As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 28, 2025.

 

Registration No. 333-284137

 

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

 

Amendment No. 2 TO

 

FORM F-1

REGISTRATION STATEMENT

UNDER

THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933

 

 

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Not Applicable

(Translation of Registrants name into English)

 

 

 

Cayman Islands   3823   Not Applicable
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation or Organization)
  (Primary Standard Industrial
Classification Code Number)
  (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

83 Science Park Dr,

#02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1

Singapore 118258

+65 6250 3877

(Address, including zip code, and telephone number, including area code, of Registrant’s principal executive office)

 

 

 

Cogency Global Inc.
122 East 42nd Street, 18th Floor
New York, New York 10168

800-221-0102

(Name, address, including zip code, and telephone number, including area code, of agent for service)

 

 

 

Copies to:

 

William S. Rosenstadt, Esq.

Mengyi “Jason” Ye, Esq.

Yarona Yieh, Esq.

Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP

366 Madison Avenue 3rd Floor

New York, NY 10017

Telephone: (212) 588 0022

 

Lawrence Venick, Esq.

Loeb & Loeb LLP

2206-19 Jardine House

1 Connaught Place

Central, Hong Kong SAR

Telephone: 852-3923-1111

 

 

 

 

Approximate date of commencement of proposed sale to the public: As soon as practicable after the effective date of this registration statement.

 

If any of the securities being registered on this Form are to be offered on a delayed or continuous basis pursuant to Rule 415 under the Securities Act of 1933, check the following box. ☒

 

If this Form is filed to register additional securities for an offering pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering. ☐

 

If this Form is a post-effective amendment filed pursuant to Rule 462(c) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering. ☐

 

If this Form is a post-effective amendment filed pursuant to Rule 462(d) under the Securities Act, check the following box and list the Securities Act registration statement number of the earlier effective registration statement for the same offering. ☐

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933.

 

Emerging growth company ☒

 

If an emerging growth company that prepares its financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 7(a)(2)(B) of the Securities Act. ☐

 

The term new or revised financial accounting standard refers to any update issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board to its Accounting Standards Codification after April 5, 2012.

 

The Registrant hereby amends this Registration Statement on such date or dates as may be necessary to delay its effective date until the Registrant shall file a further amendment which specifically states that this Registration Statement shall thereafter become effective in accordance with Section 8(a) of the Securities Act of 1933 or until this Registration Statement shall become effective on such date as the Securities and Exchange Commission, acting pursuant to said Section 8(a), may determine.

 

 

 

 
 

 

The information in this prospectus is not complete and may be changed or supplemented. We may not sell these securities until the registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission is effective. This prospectus is not an offer to sell these securities and it is not soliciting an offer to buy these securities in any jurisdiction where such offer or sale is not permitted.

 

PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS   SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED March 28, 2025

 

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

[2,700,000] Class A Ordinary Shares

[900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares being offered by the Selling Shareholders

 

 

This is an initial public offering of our Class A Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share (the “Class A Ordinary Shares”). We are offering, on a firm commitment engagement basis, [2,700,000] Class A Ordinary Shares, and the Selling Shareholders (as defined and named herein) are offering an aggregate of [900,090] Ordinary Shares to be sold in the offering pursuant to this prospectus. We anticipate that the initial public offering price of the Class A Ordinary Shares will be between US$[4.00] and US$[5.00] per Class A Ordinary Share. We will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the Class A Ordinary Shares to be sold by the Selling Shareholders.

 

Prior to this offering, there has been no public market for our Class A Ordinary Shares. We have applied to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on the New York Stock Exchange American (“NYSE American”) under the symbol “[POAS]”. This offering is contingent upon the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on the New York Stock Exchange and there can be no assurance that we will be successful in listing our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American. We will not close this offering unless such Class A Ordinary Shares will be listed on the NYSE American at the completion of this offering.

 

We are authorized to issue an unlimited number of shares, divided into Class A Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share, and Class B Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share (the “Class B Ordinary Shares”). As of the date of this prospectus, there are 10,601,750 Class A Ordinary Shares and 15,125,251 Class B Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding. Each Class A Ordinary Share is entitled to one (1) vote and each Class B Ordinary Share is entitled to three (3) votes. Also, each Class B Ordinary Share is not convertible into Class A Ordinary Shares and vice versa, Class A Ordinary Shares are not convertible into Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

Throughout this prospectus, unless the context indicates otherwise, any references to “Phaos Technology Cayman,” “the Company,” or “our Company” are to Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands holding company.

 

Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission nor any state securities commission has approved or disapproved of these securities or passed upon the adequacy or accuracy of this prospectus. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offense.

 

Investing in our Class A Ordinary Shares involves a high degree of risk, including the risk of losing your entire investment. See “Risk Factors” beginning on page 12 to read about factors you should consider before buying our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

We are both an “emerging growth company” and a “foreign private issuer” under applicable U.S. federal securities laws and, as such, are eligible for reduced public company reporting requirements. Please see “Implications of Our Being an Emerging Growth Company” and “Implications of Our Being a Foreign Private Issuer” beginning on page 10 of this prospectus for more information.

 

We are a holding company that is incorporated in the Cayman Islands. As a holding company with no operations, we conduct all of our operations through our wholly owned subsidiaries in Singapore. The Class A Ordinary Shares offered in this offering are shares of the holding company that is incorporated in the Cayman Islands.

 

Upon completion of this offering, our issued and outstanding shares will consist of [13,301,750] Class A Ordinary Shares. We expect to be a controlled company as defined under the NYSE American Rules because, immediately after the completion of this offering, Beh Hook Seng through his ownership of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd and TongHuai SG2 Enterprise Pte. Ltd. will collectively own approximately [0]% of our total issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares and [65.1]% Class B Ordinary Shares (collectively, the “Ordinary Shares”), representing approximately [50.03]% of the total voting power.

 

After this offering, Beh Hook Seng, through his ownership of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd and TongHuai SG2 Enterprise Pte. Ltd, will control shares representing more than 50% of the total voting power of our shares. As a result, this concentrated control may limit or preclude your ability to influence corporate matters for the foreseeable future, including the election of directors, amendments of our organizational documents, and any merger, consolidation, sale of all or substantially all of our assets, or other major corporate transaction requiring shareholder approval. In addition, this may have anti-takeover effects and may prevent or discourage unsolicited acquisition proposals or offers for our capital stock that you may feel are in your best interest as one of our shareholders.

 

Our dual class share structure consists of Class A Ordinary Shares, which are entitled to one (1) vote per share and Class B Ordinary Shares which entitled to three (3) votes per share. Each of our Class B ordinary share is convertible into one Class A Ordinary Share at any time by the holder thereof. Our Class A Ordinary Shares are not convertible into our Class B Ordinary Share under any circumstances. Only our Class A ordinary shares are tradable on the market immediately after our listing on Nasdaq. This voting structure may discourage investors from pursuing any change of control transactions that holders of our Class A Ordinary Shares may view as beneficial.

 

Investing in our Class A Ordinary Shares involves a high degree of risk. See “Risk Factors” beginning on page 12.

 

Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission nor any other regulatory body has approved or disapproved of these securities or passed upon the adequacy or accuracy of this prospectus. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offense.

 

   Per Share   Total 
Initial public offering price(1)  US$            US$      
Underwriting discounts and commissions(2)  US$    US$  
Underwriting discounts to be paid by the Selling Shareholders   US$       US$    
Proceeds to the Company before expenses(3)  US$    US$  
Proceeds to the Selling Shareholders before expenses(3)   US$       US$    

 

 
  
(1)Initial public offering price per share is assumed to be US$[4.50], being the mid-point of the range set forth on the cover page of this prospectus.
(2)We have agreed to pay the underwriter a discount equal to 7.5% of the gross proceeds of the offering. This table does not include a non-accountable expense allowance equal to 1% of the gross proceeds of this offering payable to the underwriter. For a description of the other compensation to be received by the underwriter, see “Underwriting” beginning on page 80.
(3)Excludes fees and expenses payable to the underwriter. The total amount of underwriter expenses related to this offering is set forth in the section entitled “Expenses Relating to This Offering” on page 91.

 

The underwriter has an option to purchase up to [405,000] additional Class A Ordinary Shares (excluding shares subject to this option and excluding the [900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares offered by the Selling Shareholders) from us at the initial public offering price, less the underwriting discounts and commissions, within 45 days from the date of closing of this offering, to cover any over-allotments.

 

If we complete this offering, net proceeds will be delivered to us and the Selling Shareholders on the closing date.

 

The underwriter expects to deliver the Class A Ordinary Shares to the purchasers against payment on or about [●], 2025.

 

 

Network 1 Financial Securities Inc.

 

The date of this prospectus is [●], 2025.

 

 
 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

    Page
ABOUT THIS PROSPECTUS   1
PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION   1
MARKET AND INDUSTRY DATA   2
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS   2
DEFINITIONS   3
PROSPECTUS SUMMARY   4
RISK FACTORS   12
ENFORCEABILITY OF CIVIL LIABILITIES   24
USE OF PROCEEDS   26
CAPITALIZATION   27
DILUTION   28
DIVIDENDS AND DIVIDEND POLICY   29
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS   30
HISTORY AND CORPORATE STRUCTURE   41
BUSINESS   42
REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT   53
MANAGEMENT   56
PRINCIPAL AND SELLING SHAREHOLDERS   61
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS   63
DESCRIPTION OF SHARE CAPITAL   64
CERTAIN CAYMAN ISLANDS COMPANY CONSIDERATIONS   68
SHARES ELIGIBLE FOR FUTURE SALE   74
MATERIAL TAX CONSIDERATIONS   75
UNDERWRITING   80
EXPENSES RELATING TO THIS OFFERING   91
LEGAL MATTERS   91
EXPERTS   91
WHERE YOU CAN FIND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   91
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS   F-1

 

You should not assume that the information contained in the registration statement to which this prospectus is a part is accurate as of any date other than the date hereof, regardless of the time of delivery of this prospectus or of any sale of the Class A Ordinary Shares being registered in the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part.

 

No dealer, salesperson or any other person is authorized to give any information or make any representations in connection with this offering other than those contained in this prospectus and, if given or made, the information or representations must not be relied upon as having been authorized by us. This prospectus does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security other than the securities offered by this prospectus, or an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities by anyone in any jurisdiction in which the offer or solicitation is not authorized or is unlawful.

 

Until ______, 2025 (the 25th day after the date of this prospectus), all dealers that effect transactions in these Class A Ordinary Shares, whether or not participating in this offering, may be required to deliver a prospectus. This is in addition to the dealers’ obligation to deliver a prospectus when acting as an underwriter and with respect to their unsold allotments or subscriptions.

 

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ABOUT THIS PROSPECTUS

 

Neither we, the Selling Shareholders, nor any of the underwriters have authorized anyone to provide you with any information or to make any representations other than as contained in this prospectus or in any related free writing prospectus. Neither we, the Selling Shareholders. nor the underwriters take responsibility for, and provide no assurance about the reliability of, any information that others may give you. Please read this prospectus carefully. It describes our business, our financial condition and our results of operations. We have prepared this prospectus so that you will have the information necessary to make an informed investment decision. This prospectus is an offer to sell only the securities offered hereby, but only under circumstances and in jurisdictions where it is lawful to do so. The information contained in this prospectus is accurate only as of the date of this prospectus, regardless of the time of delivery of this prospectus or any sale of the securities. Our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects may have changed since that date.

 

For investors outside the United States: Neither we, the Selling Shareholders, nor the underwriter have done anything that would permit this offering or possession or distribution of this prospectus in any jurisdiction, other than the United States, where action for that purpose is required. Persons outside the United States who come into possession of this prospectus must inform themselves about, and observe any restrictions relating to, the offering of the Class A Ordinary Shares and the distribution of this prospectus outside the United States.

 

PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

Basis of Presentation

 

Unless otherwise indicated, all financial information contained in this prospectus is prepared and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP” or “GAAP”).

 

Certain amounts, percentages and other figures included in this prospectus have been subject to rounding adjustments. Accordingly, amounts, percentages and other figures shown as totals in certain tables or charts may not be the arithmetic aggregation of those that precede them and amounts and figures expressed as percentages in the text may not total 100% or, when aggregated may not be the arithmetic aggregation of the percentages that precede them.

 

Our financial year ends on April 30 of each year. References in this prospectus to a financial year, such as “financial year 2024,” relate to our financial year ended April 30 of that calendar year.

 

Financial Information in U.S. Dollars

 

Our reporting currency is the Singapore Dollar. This prospectus also contains translations of certain foreign currency amounts into U.S. dollars for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise stated, all translations of Singapore dollars into U.S. dollars were made at US$0.7559 = S$1, the exchange rate set forth in the H10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board on October 31, 2024. We make no representation that the Singapore dollar or U.S. dollar amounts referred to in this prospectus could have been or could be converted into U.S. dollars or Singapore dollars, at any particular rate or at all.

 

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MARKET AND INDUSTRY DATA

 

Certain market data and forecasts used throughout this prospectus were obtained from market research, reports of governmental and international agencies and industry publications, gathered by the Company. This information involves a number of assumptions and limitations, and you are cautioned not to give undue weight to such estimates. Our estimates involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on various factors, including those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in this prospectus.

 

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

 

This prospectus contains forward-looking statements that relate to our current expectations and views of future events. These forward-looking statements are contained principally in the sections entitled “Prospectus Summary,” “Risk Factors,” “Use of Proceeds,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” and “Business.” These statements relate to events that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, including those listed under “Risk Factors,” which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.

 

In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “believe,” “plan,” “expect,” “intend,” “should,” “seek,” “estimate,” “will,” “aim” and “anticipate,” or other similar expressions, but these are not the exclusive means of identifying such statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this document, including those regarding future financial position and results, business strategy, plans and objectives of management for future operations (including development plans and dividends) and statements on future industry growth are forward-looking statements. In addition, we and our representatives may from time to time make other oral or written statements which are forward-looking statements, including in our periodic reports that we will file with the SEC, other information sent to our shareholders and other written materials.

 

These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual outcomes may differ materially from the information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in “Risk Factors” and the following:

 

  ● our business and operating strategies and our various measures to implement such strategies;
     
  ● our operations and business prospects, including development and capital expenditure plans for our existing business;
     
  ● changes in policies, legislation, regulations or practices in the industry and those countries or territories in which we operate that may affect our business operations;
     
  ● our financial condition, results of operations and dividend policy;
     
  ● changes in political and economic conditions and competition in the area in which we operate, including a downturn in the general economy;
     
  ● the regulatory environment and industry outlook in general;
     
  ● future developments in the supply of microscopy equipment market and actions of our competitors;
     
  ● catastrophic losses from man-made or natural disasters, such as fires, floods, windstorms, earthquakes, diseases, epidemics, other adverse weather conditions or natural disasters, war, international or domestic terrorism, civil disturbances and other political or social occurrences;
     
  ● the loss of key personnel and the inability to replace such personnel on a timely basis or on terms acceptable to us;
     
  ● the overall economic environment and general market and economic conditions in the jurisdictions in which we operate;
     
  ● our ability to execute our strategies;
     
  ● changes in the need for capital and the availability of financing and capital to fund those needs;
     
  ● our ability to anticipate and respond to changes in the markets in which we operate, and in client demands, trends and preferences;

 

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  ● exchange rate fluctuations, including fluctuations in the exchange rates of currencies that are used in our business;
     
  ● changes in interest rates or rates of inflation; and
     
  ● legal, regulatory and other proceedings arising out of our operations.

 

The forward-looking statements made in this prospectus relate only to events or information as of the date on which the statements are made in this prospectus. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. You should read this prospectus and the documents that we reference in this prospectus and have filed as exhibits to the registration statement, of which this prospectus is a part, completely and with the understanding that our actual future results or performance may be materially different from what we expect.

 

This prospectus contains certain data and information that we obtained from various government and private publications. Statistical data in these publications also include projections based on a number of assumptions. The markets for the supply of microscopy equipment may not grow at the rate projected by such market data, or at all. Failure of this industry to grow at the projected rate may have a material and adverse effect on our business and the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares. Furthermore, if any one or more of the assumptions underlying the market data are later found to be incorrect, actual results may differ from the projections based on these assumptions. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

 

DEFINITIONS

 

“Memorandum and Articles of Association” means collectively the Memorandum of Association and the Articles of Association.

 

“Articles of Association” means the articles of association of our Company adopted on March 7, 2024 at incorporation, as amended from time to time.

 

“Memorandum of Association” means the memorandum of association of our Company adopted on March 7, 2024 at incorporation, as amended from time to time.

 

“Business Day” means a day (other than a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday in the U.S.) on which licensed banks in the U.S. are generally open for normal business to the public.

 

“Company,” “our Company,” or “Phaos Technology Cayman” means Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a exempted company incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability on March 7, 2024.,

 

“Companies Act” means the Companies Act (As Revised) of the Cayman Islands.

 

“COVID-19” means the Coronavirus Disease 2019.

 

“Directors” means the directors of our Company as at the date of this prospectus, unless otherwise stated.

 

“Exchange Act” means the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

 

“Executive Directors” means the executive Directors of our Company as at the date of this prospectus, unless otherwise stated.

 

“Executive Officers” means the executive officers of our Company as at the date of this prospectus, unless otherwise stated.

 

“Group,” “our Group,” “we,” “us,” or “our” means our Company and its subsidiaries or any of them, or where the context so requires, in respect of the period before our Company becoming the holding company of its present subsidiaries, such subsidiaries as if they were subsidiaries of our Company at the relevant time or the businesses which have since been acquired or carried on by them or as the case may be their predecessors.

 

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“Independent Directors Nominees” means the independent non-executive director nominees of our Company as at the date of this prospectus, unless otherwise stated.

 

“Independent Third Party” means a person or company who or which is independent of and is not a 5% owner of, does not control and is not controlled by or under common control with any 5% owner and is not the spouse or descendant (by birth or adoption) of any 5% owner of the Company.

 

“MOM” means the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore.

 

“PTPL” means Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd., a company incorporated in Singapore on February 22, 2017, and a wholly owned subsidiary of our Company.

 

“S$” or “SGD” or “Singapore Dollars” means Singapore dollar(s), the lawful currency of Singapore.

 

“SEC” or “Securities and Exchange Commission” means the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

“Securities Act” means the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

 

“Selling Shareholders” means collectively (i) Chua Jun Hao, David as to 454,545 Class A Ordinary Shares, (ii) Chua Kheng Choon as to 175,795 Class A Ordinary Shares, (iii) ICHAM Master Fund VCC as to 43,864 Class A Ordinary Shares, (iv) Liew Ah Choy as to 59,091 Class A Ordinary Shares, and (v) Tan Chiew Hiah as to 175,795 Class A Ordinary Shares, all being existing shareholders of our Company that are selling a portion of their Ordinary Shares pursuant to this prospectus

 

“Singapore Companies Act” means the Companies Act 1967 of Singapore, as amended, supplemented or modified from time to time.

 

“WSH” means the Workplace Safety and Health Council of Singapore, a statutory body under the MOM.

 

“US$,” or “USD” or “United States Dollars” means United States dollar(s), the lawful currency of the United States of America.

 

PROSPECTUS SUMMARY

 

This summary highlights information contained elsewhere in this prospectus. This summary may not contain all of the information that may be important to you, and we urge you to read this entire prospectus carefully, including the “Risk Factors,” “Business” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections and our consolidated financial statements and notes to those statements, included elsewhere in this prospectus, before deciding to invest in our Class A Ordinary Shares. This prospectus includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. See “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,”

 

Overview

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (the “Company”) is an investment holding company incorporated on March 7, 2024, under the laws of the Cayman Islands. The Company through its subsidiary assembling and commercialization of such advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products. Using its patented microsphere-assisted technology, the Company can significantly increase the magnification of existing traditional optical microscope compared to its competitors, hence allowing our clients to see beyond the optical limit in an effective manner. Currently, it is the only commercially available advanced optical microscope that can see below the 200nm optical limit, within a commercially viable working distance.

 

Our business is primarily involved in the assembling and commercialization of advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes. Our range of product includes optical microscopy solutions, featuring:

 

  i) Super-resolution imagers capable of achieving imaging down to 137nm;
     
  ii) Specialized microscopes designed to meet the diverse needs of various industries; and
     
  iii) Three-dimensional (“3-D”) real-time image magnifiers for enhanced visualization.

 

Traditional optical microscopes are able to see up to 250nm, while our solution allows users to see up to 137nm. As a result, we believe that this is considered by the optical industry as a super resolution optical microscopy solution.

 

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In addition to our hardware offerings, we currently provide complimentary proprietary software, which is developed in-house. This software includes Artificial Intelligent (“AI”) components that allows our customers to perform recognition patterns for research, quality assurance and quality control (“QA/QC”), as well as diagnostics purposes. The in-house software is meticulously crafted to complement our product line ensuring seamless integration and optimized performance for our customers.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, the provision of microscopy products contributed to 99.8% and 80.9% of our revenue, respectively.

 

We distribute our microscopy products with software solutions through an extensive network of distributors, primarily in Singapore and expanding across regions such as Southeast Asia and South Asia. Our microscopy solutions accommodate a diverse range of applications enabling us to serve a wide range of customer needs and capitalize on emerging growth opportunities in the region. Our diverse customer base primarily includes industries with usage in fields such as manufacturing, research & development, biomedical, semiconductors, Printed Circuit Board (“PCB”), electronics, precision engineering, injection molding, research, healthcare, QA/QC and diagnostics. Our business strategic focus involves strengthening our market position in Singapore and progressively expanding into the Southeast Asian region.

 

We believe in our strong corporate culture which emphasizes the creation of shareholder value. In the six months period ended October 31, 2024, business in Singapore contributed to 32.1% of our Group’s revenue. We also believe that our financial results reflect our strong market position. For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, our revenue was S$365,415. For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, our revenue was S$63,129. This is a reduction of 82.7% in revenue. Our net loss and accumulated deficit was S$1,535,175 and S$6,205,397, respectively, for October 31, 2023, while our net loss and accumulated deficit was S$2,019,092 (US$1,526,234) and S$9,049,158 (US$6,840,259) for October 31, 2024. This signifies an increase of 31.5% and 45.8% for net loss and accumulated deficit. The increase in net loss is driven by a decrease in revenue and an increase in employee benefits expenses and other operating expenses from October 31, 2023 to October 31, 2024.

 

Competitive Strengths

 

We have strong and stable relationships with our suppliers and customers

 

Ever since we started our business in 2017, we have emphasized developing strong and stable business relationships with our key suppliers and customers. For the financial years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, top 5 customers accounted for 86% and 91% of total revenue, respectively.

 

We have an experienced management team

 

Our proficient management team, under the leadership of Mr. Andrew Yeo, who serves as our Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, has played a pivotal role in driving the expansion of our Group. Mr. Yeo, with over two decades of expertise in the technology sector, assumes a key role in shaping and implementing our Group’s business strategies and overseeing customer relationships. He is ably assisted by Mr. Tay Beng Boon, our Chief Operation Officer, charged with enhancing operational effectiveness, leading product research and development, and overseeing services within the company. Mr. Tay brings with him over 25 years of engineering experience across various industries, including semiconductors, heavy industry, water, energy, waste management, and clean technology. Furthermore, our Group is advantaged by a well-experienced management team with significant expertise in providing solutions in the area of microscopy. Further details can be found in the section titled “Management — Executive Directors and Officers” for additional information.

 

We have integrated our software solutions within our product portfolio.

 

Having integrated our proprietary software into our microscopic hardware products, we have combined cutting-edge hardware with advanced software functionalities, creating a synergistic ecosystem that enhances overall product performance. Our software solutions enable precise control, automation, and data analysis, empowering users with a comprehensive toolkit for scientific research and analysis. Not only does this improve the efficiency of our microscopic hardware, but our integration also provides a distinct edge in terms of versatility and adaptability, ensuring that our products remain at the forefront of technological innovation, giving us a competitive advantage in meeting evolving customer needs.

 

We provide turn-key solutions.

 

We specialize in delivering turn-key solutions by developing products with features that precisely target our customers’ key needs, avoiding unnecessary expenses. Additionally, our commitment goes beyond selling off-the-shelf items; we offer turn-key computer vision implementations that are tailored to solve our customers’ specific pain points, providing comprehensive and customized solutions for their unique requirements.

 

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We provide reliable after-sales support.

 

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the point of sale, as we understand the importance of seamless customer experiences. We take pride in offering reliable after-sales support to ensure that our customers receive comprehensive assistance and satisfaction long after their purchase. Our dedicated support team comprises of experts with in-depth knowledge of our microscopy products, as well as our software development team, which stand ready to address any queries, troubleshoot issues, and provide guidance on optimal product utilization for our customers.

 

We have a strong sales network in the optical application market in Asia

 

We have strong access to customers across Asia, having sold our solutions to customers from Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, India, China, and South Korea. Together with our distributors and sales partners, we have strong access to customers and user-base in the region, allowing us to understand the needs of our customers better, and providing the relevant solution to solve their needs.

 

Growth strategies

 

Expand business and operations through joint ventures and/or strategic alliances

 

We plan to strategically expand into new countries to enhance existing customer support and broaden our global presence. By establishing a foothold in diverse international markets, we aim to better understand and cater to the unique needs of our customers in those regions. This expansion not only allows us to provide more localized and personalized support but also facilitates quicker response times and streamlined services.

 

Strengthening our global presence via marketing

 

Looking ahead, the company plans to broaden its marketing approach. This involves a shift to digital marketing in markets in South-East Asia, China, Taiwan, and Korea, leveraging increased brand awareness gained from our earlier physical marketing efforts in these regions. Additionally, we aim to expand our physical presence beyond Asia-Pacific, targeting the Middle East, USA, and Europe through relevant exhibitions, focusing on brand recognition.

 

Strengthening our distribution network

 

The company continues to expand its distribution network in order to capture a higher market penetration rate in existing markets and to continue to develop into new markets. The distribution network is a critical point to serve local markets as local expertise and experience is critical in serving these markets.

 

Widening our product range and solutions

 

The company continues to expand on future client needs based on four directions:

 

1. Specific product range(s) for specific ground applications.
       
   The Company has six (6) product ranges currently in production, focusing on industrial applications in the initial phases of product development. A product range refers to variation of a single product with similar applications across the range. The variations cover minor modifications to the flagship product to serve slightly different segments within the same industry applications. All of our product ranges generate revenue for the Company via the same method, mainly through device sales and maintenance , with the software provided free of charge. In most cases, our customers pay upfront upon the purchase of our products, and pay a yearly maintenance fee. Our six (6) product ranges are as follows:
       
   1.  The Optonano Series targets the super-resolution market. This is our flagship product range and it targets use cases for clients within advanced material research and universities. The application for the Optonano Series centers around real time observation of nano opaque samples and was launched in Q2’2020.
       
   2.  The PT-Industrial Series is a range of industrial microscopes targeting a wide range of industrial applications, with the option to upgrade to super resolution lenses. The PT-Industrial Series was launched in Q3’2022.
       
   3.  The PT-Metrology Series targets a market requiring tabletop quantitative measurement system, instead of traditional standalone measurement systems for the application of Quality Assurance and Quality Control use cases. This series was launched in Q4’2022.
       
   4.  The PT-Biology Series is a microscope targeting applications around biology observation. It is designed for transparent sample observation, such as blood cell and bacterial observations. The PTB Biology Series was launched in Q2’2023.
       
   5.  The PTS Series targets users in the applications around general inspections. This is a range of stereo microscopes that are commonly used in electronics and circuit board production, as well as injection molding inspections. The PTS Series targets applications for observing samples that are much bigger in size. The PTS Series was launch in Q3’2023.
       
   6.  The PTZ Series targets fast failure analysis coupled with 3D observation methods. It is designed with a flexible zoom objective lens for different levels of magnification, in combination of a rotating lens to observe samples from different angles. The PTZ Series was launched in Q2’ 2024.

 

  The Company sells the above product ranges as a bundle consisting of hardware and software services. Currently, the software services are bundled free of charge with the hardware. We use the same direct and indirect channels across all product ranges, as all our sales channels are crossed trained on all products. As a result of macro-economic factors, all the product ranges are priced competitively, with a gross margin range of between 20% to 40%. Please refer to “Business – Our Products” at page 42 for more information.
   
  The Company continues to explore requirements pertaining to industrial applications of our products. Concurrently, the Company is also building products for the biomedical sector and education systems.
   
2.Total solution for customers’ pain points.
   
  In addition to hardware product sales, we provide application software to provide a fully customized end to end solution that addresses specific industrial pain points.

 

3.Building new technologies into existing products to fulfill the needs of the future market.
   
  In the medium term, the Company shall continue to invest in microscopy and vision technology, augmenting with Internet of Things (“IOT”) and cloud computing solutions. The Company aims to build databases to train its AI software for further pathology and metrology use cases.

 

4.Providing calibration and certification services.
   
  We aim to provide calibration and certification services to our existing customers and customers that use similar equipment by the second quarter of 2025. Equipment owners undergo certification to provide assurance to their customers of the reliability and quality of their equipment. Periodically, equipment owners will need to calibrate their systems to ensure that the systems are operating properly as well. Providing these services, allows us to continue to service our existing customers annually, and also access to new customers in the similar industry, but provides a continued stream of recurring income from the services provided.

 

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Summary of Risk Factors

 

Investing in our Class A Ordinary Shares involves risks. The risks summarized below are qualified by reference to “Risk Factors” beginning on page 12 of this prospectus, which you should carefully consider before deciding to purchase Class A Ordinary Shares. If any of these risks occurs, our business, financial condition or results of operations would likely be materially adversely affected. In such case, the trading price of our Class A Ordinary Shares would likely decline, and you may lose all or part of your investment.

 

We face numerous risks that could materially affect our business, results of operations or financial condition. These risks include but are not limited to the following:

 

Risks related to Our Business and Industry:

 

  ● We are affected by regional and worldwide political, regulatory, social and economic conditions in the jurisdictions in which we and our customers and suppliers operate and in the jurisdictions which we intend to expand our business in.
     
  ● We are susceptible to fluctuations in the prices and quantity of materials and components used in the manufacturing of our microscopy equipment.
     
  ● Our continued success is dependent on our key management personnel and our experienced and skilled personnel, and our business may be severely disrupted if we are unable to retain them or to attract suitable replacements.
     
  ● Our reputation and profitability may be adversely affected if there are major failures or malfunction in our microscopy equipment sold by or sold to our customers.
     
  ● A significant failure or deterioration in our quality control systems could have a material adverse effect on our business and operating results.
     
  ● We are exposed to disputes and claims arising from site accidents due to the usage of our microscopy equipment.
     
  ● We may be affected if we are found to be in breach of any lease agreements entered into by us.
     
  ● Increased competition in the microscopy equipment sales and rental business in Singapore and the region may affect our ability to maintain our market share and growth.
     
  ● We are exposed to the credit risks of our customers.
     
  ● Our business is subject to supply chain interruptions.
     
  ● Our business and operations may be materially and adversely affected in the event of a re-occurrence or a prolonged global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19.
     
  ● We may be affected by an outbreak of other infectious diseases.
     
  ● We are exposed to risks arising from fluctuations of foreign currency exchange rates.
     
  ● We and/or our customers may not be able to obtain the necessary approvals or certifications for the use of our microscopy equipment in various jurisdictions.
     
  ● We are subject to health and safety regulations and penalties, and may be adversely affected by new and changing laws and regulations.
     
  ● Our insurance policies may be inadequate to cover our assets, operations and any loss arising from business interruptions.
     
  ● We may be harmed by negative publicity.
     
  ● If we are unable to maintain and protect our intellectual property, or if third parties assert that we infringe on their intellectual property rights, our business could suffer.

 

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  ● We are exposed to risks in respect of acts of war, terrorist attacks, epidemics, political unrest, adverse weather conditions and other uncontrollable events.
     
  ● We may not be able to successfully implement our business strategies and future plans.
     
  ● We are subject to risks related to product recalls, and our operation results and financial condition would suffer if we fail to adequately manage such risks.

 

Risks related to our Securities and this offering:

 

  ● An active trading market for our Class A Ordinary Shares may not be established or, if established, may not continue and the trading price for our Class A Ordinary Shares may fluctuate significantly.
     
  ● We may not maintain the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American which could limit investors’ ability to make transactions in our Class A Ordinary Shares and subject us to additional trading restrictions.
     
  ● The trading price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be volatile, which could result in substantial losses to investors.
     
  ● Certain recent initial public offerings of companies with public floats comparable to the anticipated public float of our Company have experienced extreme volatility that was seemingly unrelated to the underlying performance of the respective company. We may experience similar volatility. Such volatility, including any stock-run up, may be unrelated to our actual or expected operating performance and financial condition or prospects, making it difficult for prospective investors to assess the rapidly changing value of our Class A Ordinary Shares.
     
  ● If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or reports about our business causing us to lose visibility in the financial markets or if they adversely change their recommendations regarding our Class A Ordinary Shares, the market price for our Class A Ordinary Shares and trading volume could decline.
     
  ● If we fail to implement and maintain an effective system of internal controls and/ or financial reporting, we may fail to meet our reporting obligations and/or are unable to accurately report our results of operations or prevent fraud; and this may materially adversely affect investors’ confidence and consequently, the market price of our Ordinary Shares.
     
  ● Because we do not expect to pay dividends in the foreseeable future, you must rely on price appreciation of our Class A Ordinary Shares for a return on your investment.
     
  ● Short selling may drive down the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares.
     
  ● Because our public offering price per share is substantially higher than our net tangible book value per share, you will experience immediate and substantial dilution.
     
  ● The initial public offering price for our Class A Ordinary Shares may not be indicative of prices that will prevail in the trading market and such market prices may be volatile.
     
  ● You must rely on the judgment of our management as to the uses of the net proceeds from this offering, and such uses may not produce income or increase our share price.
     
  ● If we are classified as a passive foreign investment company, United States taxpayers who own our securities may have adverse United States federal income tax consequences.
     
  ● Our Controlling Shareholder has substantial influence over the Company. His interests may not be aligned with the interests of our other shareholders, and he could prevent or cause a change of control or other transactions.
     
  ● As a “controlled company” under the rules of NYSE American, we may choose to exempt our Company from certain corporate governance requirements that could have an adverse effect on our public shareholders.
     
  ● As a company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, we are permitted to follow certain home country practices in relation to corporate governance matters in lieu of certain requirements under NYSE American corporate governance listing standards. These practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with NYSE American corporate governance listing standards.
     
  ● You may face difficulties in protecting your interests, and your ability to protect your rights through U.S. courts may be limited, because we are incorporated under Cayman Islands law.
     
  ● Certain judgments obtained against us or our auditor by our shareholders may not be enforceable.

 

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  ● We are an emerging growth company within the meaning of the Securities Act and may take advantage of certain reduced reporting requirements applicable to other public companies that are not emerging growth companies.
     
  ● We are a foreign private issuer within the meaning of the Exchange Act, and as such we are exempt from certain provisions applicable to United States domestic public companies.
     
  ● We may lose our foreign private issuer status in the future, which could result in significant additional costs and expenses to us.
     
  ● Our compensation of directors and officers may not be publicly available.
     
  ● We will incur significantly increased costs and devote substantial management time as a result of the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American.
     
  ● Our Company intends to grant employee share options and other share-based awards in the future. Our Company will recognize any share-based compensation expenses in our statements of comprehensive loss. Any additional grant of employee share options and other share-based awards in the future may have a material adverse effect on our results of operation.

 

Corporate Information

 

Phaos Technology Cayman was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on March 7, 2024 for the purposes of listing our Class A Ordinary Shares. Our registered office in the Cayman Islands is at 89 Nexus Way, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-9009, Cayman Islands. Our principal executive office is at 83 Science Park Dr, I #02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1, Singapore 118258. Our telephone number at this location is +65 6250 3877. Our principal website address is www.phaostech.com. The information contained on our website does not form part of this prospectus. Our agent for service of process in the United States is Cogency Global Inc., 122 E. 42nd Street, 18th Floor, New York, New York 10168.

 

Corporate Structure(1)

 

 

(1) Our Corporate Structure post-reorganization.

 

Our Company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on March 7, 2024 under the Companies Act as an exempted company with limited liability for the purposes of listing our Class A Ordinary Shares. Our authorized share capital is US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share.

 

Our historical operations are that of PTPL, our operating subsidiary, which was incorporated in Singapore as a private company limited by shares on February 22, 2017. PTPL has been carrying on business since February 22, 2017 and is engaged in the sale and development of microscopy equipment, and its related software.

 

Share Swap Agreements

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company proceeded with an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Subject to completion of the restructuring, both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

The material terms of the Share Swap Agreements are as follows:

 

 1.Sale and Purchase of Sale Shares: Vendors will sell and transfer the Sale Shares to the Purchaser (PTPL) free of encumbrances. Purchaser will buy and accept the Sale Shares from the Vendors under the same conditions. Purchaser is not obligated to complete the purchase unless all Sale Shares are transferred simultaneously.
   
 2.Consideration: The Purchase Consideration is determined on a willing buyer–willing seller basis.
   
 3.Vendors’ Obligations Pending Completion: Vendors are prohibited from dealing, transferring, or encumbering the Sale Shares after this Agreement is executed, unless explicitly permitted.
   
 4.Completion: Upon completion, Purchaser is to allot and issue Consideration Shares to Vendors and deliver signed share transfer forms, board resolutions, and an updated register of members. Vendor is to deliver signed share transfer forms, share certificates, and board approvals for the transfer, and provide relevant documents and approvals for share transfers to be updated. Upon fulfilment of obligations, legal and beneficial ownership of Sale Shares transfers to the Purchaser, with the consideration Shares issued ranking equally with existing issued shares.
   
 5.Warranties: Vendors jointly and severally warrant the truth and accuracy of all information provided as of the Agreement date and the Completion Date, with warranties deemed repeated during this period.
   
 6.Termination: If a Party breaches the Agreement and fails to remedy the breach within 14 days after notice, the aggrieved Party may exercise all legal or equitable rights and remedies.

 

Implications of Our Being a “Controlled Company”

 

Upon the completion of this offering, we will be a “controlled company” as defined under the NYSE American Company Guide as Beh Hook Seng, through his ownership of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd and TongHuai SG2 Enterprise Pte. Ltd, will together hold [34.17]% of our total issued and outstanding Ordinary Shares (both Class A and Class B included) and will be able to exercise [50.03]% of the total voting power of our authorized and issued shares. For so long as we remain a “controlled company,” we are permitted to elect not to comply with certain corporate governance requirements. If we rely on these exemptions, you will not have the same protection afforded to shareholders of companies that are subject to these corporate governance requirements.

 

Implications of Our Being an Emerging Growth Company

 

As a company with less than US$1.235 billion in revenue during our last fiscal year, we qualify as an “emerging growth company” as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012, or the JOBS Act. An emerging growth company may take advantage of specified reduced reporting and other requirements that are otherwise applicable generally to public companies. These provisions include:

 

  ● being permitted to provide only two financial years of selected financial information (rather than five years) and only two years of audited financial statements (rather than three years), in addition to any required unaudited interim financial statements, with correspondingly reduced “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” disclosure; and
     
  ● an exemption from compliance with the auditor attestation requirement of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.

 

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We may take advantage of these reporting exemptions until we are no longer an emerging growth company. We will remain an emerging growth company until the earliest of (1) the last day of the fiscal year in which the fifth anniversary of the completion of this offering occurs, (2) the last day of the fiscal year in which we have total annual gross revenue of at least US$1.235 billion, (3) the date on which we are deemed to be a “large accelerated filer” under the Exchange Act, which means the market value of our Class A Ordinary Shares that are held by non-affiliates exceeds US$700.0 million as of the prior April 30, and (4) the date on which we have issued more than US$1.0 billion in non-convertible debt during the prior three-year period. We may choose to take advantage of some, but not all, of the available exemptions. We have included two years of selected financial data in this prospectus in reliance on the first exemption described above. Accordingly, the information contained herein may be different from the information you receive from other public companies in which you hold stock.

 

Implications of Our Being a Foreign Private Issuer

 

Upon completion of this offering, we will report under the Exchange Act as a non-U.S. company with foreign private issuer status. Even after we no longer qualify as an emerging growth company, as long as we qualify as a foreign private issuer under the Exchange Act, we will be exempt from certain provisions of the Exchange Act that are applicable to U.S. domestic public companies, including:

 

  ● the sections of the Exchange Act regulating the solicitation of proxies, consents or authorizations in respect of a security registered under the Exchange Act;
     
  ● the sections of the Exchange Act requiring insiders to file public reports of their stock ownership and trading activities and liability for insiders who profit from trades made in a short period of time; and
     
  ● the rules under the Exchange Act requiring the filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC, of quarterly reports on Form 10-Q containing unaudited financial and other specified information, or current reports on Form 8-K, upon the occurrence of specified significant events.

 

Both foreign private issuers and emerging growth companies are also exempt from certain more stringent executive compensation disclosure rules. Thus, even if we no longer qualify as an emerging growth company but remain a foreign private issuer, we will continue to be exempt from the more stringent compensation disclosures required of companies that are neither emerging growth companies nor foreign private issuers.

 

In addition, as a company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, we are permitted to adopt certain home country practices in relation to corporate governance matters that differ significantly from the corporate governance listing requirements of the NYSE American. These practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with corporate governance listing requirements of the NYSE American. Following this offering, we will rely on home country practice to be exempted from certain of the corporate governance requirements of the NYSE American, namely (i) a majority of the Directors on our Board are not required to be independent Directors; (ii) there will not be a necessity to have regularly scheduled executive sessions with independent Directors; and (iii) there will be no requirement for the Company to obtain shareholder approval prior to an issuance of securities in connection with (a) the acquisition of stock or assets of another company; (b) equity-based compensation of officers, directors, employees or consultants; (c) a change of control; and (d) transactions other than public offerings.

 

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The Offering

 

Offering Price   The initial public offering price will be between [US$4.00] to [US$5.00] per Class A Ordinary Share.
     
Class A Ordinary Shares offered by us   [2,700,000] Class A Ordinary Shares.
     
Class A Ordinary Shares offered by the Selling Shareholders   [900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares (of which Chua Jun Hao, David is selling [454,545] Class A Ordinary Shares, (ii) Chua Kheng Choon is selling [175,795] Class A Ordinary Shares, (iii) ICHAM Master Fund VCC is selling [43,864] Class A Ordinary Shares, (iv) Liew Ah Choy is selling [59,091] Class A Ordinary Shares, and (v) Tan Chiew Hiah is selling [175,795] Class A Ordinary Shares)
     
Option to Purchase Additional Class A Ordinary Shares   We have granted to the underwriter an option, exercisable within 45 days from the date of closing of this offering, to purchase up to [405,000] additional Class A Ordinary Shares.
     
Class A Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding prior to this offering   10,601,750 Class A Ordinary Shares
     
Class A Ordinary Shares to be issued and outstanding immediately after this offering   [13,301,750] Class A Ordinary Shares (or [13,706,750] Class A Ordinary Shares if the underwriter exercises its option to purchase additional Class A Ordinary Shares in full and excluding [202,500] Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the Representative’s Warrants).
     
Use of proceeds   We estimate that we will receive net proceeds from this offering of approximately US$[11.24] million (or US$[12.92] million if the underwriter exercises its option to purchase additional Class A Ordinary Shares in full), after deducting the underwriting discounts, commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by us and assuming an initial public offering price of US$[4.50] per Class A Ordinary Share, being the mid-point of the estimated range of the initial public offering price shown on the front cover of this prospectus. We currently intend to use the net proceeds from this offering to run marketing and promotion campaigns to boost our brand (5%), invest in product development to create new and improved offerings (15%), expansion of supply chain (20%), and cover general working capital needs and for corporate purposes (60%). See “Use of Proceeds.” We will not receive any proceeds from the sale of Ordinary Shares by the Selling Shareholders.
     
Lock-up   We, each of our directors, executive officers, shareholders, and all option holders have agreed with the underwriter, subject to certain exceptions, not to sell, transfer or otherwise dispose of any Ordinary Shares or similar securities or any securities convertible into or exchangeable or exercisable for our Ordinary Shares for a period of 180 days from the date of this prospectus, except for the Selling Shareholders with respect to their [900,090] Ordinary Shares sold in this offering without the prior written consent of the Representative. See “Shares Eligible for Future Sale” and “Underwriting — Lock-Up Agreements” for more information.
     
Risk factors   Investing in our Class A Ordinary Shares involves risks. See “Risk Factors” beginning on page 12 of this prospectus for a discussion of factors you should carefully consider before deciding to invest in our Class A Ordinary Shares.
     
Listing   We plan to apply to list the Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American. This offering is contingent upon the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American. There can be no assurance that we will be successful in listing our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American. We will not close this offering unless such Class A Ordinary Shares will be listed on the NYSE American at the completion of this offering.
     
Proposed trading symbol   [POAS]
     
Transfer agent  

Vstock Transfer LLC

 

Address: 18 Lafayette Pl, Woodmere, NY 11598

 

Telephone: (212) 828-8436 

 

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RISK FACTORS

 

Investing in our shares is highly speculative and involves a significant degree of risk. You should carefully consider the following risks, as well as other information contained in this prospectus, before making an investment in our Company. The risks discussed below could materially and adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows, ability to pay dividends and the trading price of our shares. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial may also materially and adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows and ability to pay dividends, and you may lose all or part of your investment.

 

This prospectus also contains forward-looking statements having direct and/or indirect implications on our future performance. Our actual results may differ materially from those anticipated by these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including the risks and uncertainties faced by us, as described below and elsewhere in this prospectus.

 

Risks Related to Our Business and Industry

 

We are susceptible to fluctuations in the prices and quantity of materials and components used in the manufacturing of our microscopy equipment.

 

We are exposed to fluctuations in the prices of materials and components for the manufacture of microscopy equipment. In the event that we are not able to source any specific materials and components at acceptable prices, or if we face any delays or shortages in obtaining sufficient quantity of materials and components, this may have a negative impact on our profitability. Currently, we source our key components from different countries. Our lenses are sourced from Japan, Germany and China while our light sources and electromechanical parts are sourced from the United Kingdom, Malaysia, Thailand and locally from Singapore. As much as possible, we adopt a diversification strategy for the procurement of such key materials to reduce price fluctuations and quantity issues.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, our top 5 customers accounted for 85.7% and 99.9% of our total revenue, with our largest customer accounting for 27% and 60%, respectively.

 

Our top 5 customers accounted for 85.7% and 99.9% of our total revenue for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, with our largest customer accounting for 27% and 60%, respectively. Our ability to sign new contracts or obtain new business from our major customers and to maintain good business relationships with them is subject to the stability of their operations and to their business strategies, both of which are beyond our control and our ability to predict. If our major customers decide to change their business strategies, such as downsizing their business or suspending or ceasing their development or expansion plans due to changes in market conditions, business strategies or performance, their demand for our products may fall. Any failure to sign new contracts with our major customers or the potential loss of a single significant customer or significant decrease in the estimated contract value of the new contracts and/or their significant delay in or failure to make payments could lead to loss of revenue and/or affect our liquidity and thus affect our business adversely Accordingly, if we are unable to enter into business relationships with new customers to diversify our customer portfolio, our business may be adversely affected.

 

Our continued success is dependent on our key management personnel and our experienced and skilled personnel, and our business may be severely disrupted if we are unable to retain them or to attract suitable replacements.

 

Since the inception of our business, Mr. Andrew Yeo, our Executive Director, and Chief Executive Officer, has played a pivotal role in expanding our operations from our initial development of the ON200 series from ideation to full production, to the present scale of the development of multiple product lines of microscopy equipment. We heavily rely on Mr. Yeo’s extensive network and contacts which have developed over the past two decades, particularly regarding the sourcing of materials and components used in the manufacturing of our microscopy equipment, as well as his unique understanding of the industry landscape in which we operate in.

 

The ongoing success of our company is closely tied to Mr. Yeo’s service and performance, as he actively guides the implementation of our business strategies and future plans. The established working and business relationships Mr. Yeo has cultivated with our key suppliers and customers are crucial for the ongoing development of our business. If Mr. Yeo were to cease his employment, there is no guarantee that we could promptly find suitable replacements possessing a comparable network of contacts. The departure of Mr. Yeo, or the inability to identify, recruit, train, and retain qualified technical and operations personnel in the future, could have significant adverse effects on our business, financial health, operational results, and growth prospects.

 

Furthermore, although we rely on specific key personnel, we lack key man life insurance policies for all individuals. The loss of such individuals could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, and future growth prospects.

 

Our reputation and profitability may be adversely affected if there are major failures or malfunction in our microscopy equipment sold by or sold to our customers.

 

Our operations face the risk of equipment failure, stemming from factors such as wear and tear, quality control issues, potential non-compliance with procedures and protocols by our customers, and inherent risks within our customers’ operating environments. Such failures may lead to operational pauses for users of our microscopy solutions. This could negatively impact on our operations and financial performance.

 

Since our inception, we have worked to establish goodwill in our brands and foster customer loyalty. Consequently, any significant lapses in equipment sales or unforeseen circumstances resulting in negative publicity may harm our reputation, leading to a loss of confidence in our equipment by customers. In such a scenario, our business, profitability, and financial performance may be adversely affected.

 

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A significant failure or deterioration in our quality control systems could have a material adverse effect on our business and operating results.

 

The success of our business hinges on the excellence and safety of our products. Therefore, the efficient and successful operation of our quality control systems is crucial. Various factors, including the design of these systems, the effectiveness of quality training programs, and employee adherence to quality control guidelines, can influence the performance of our quality control mechanisms. While we make diligent efforts to ensure that our service providers have robust and compliant quality control systems, any substantial failure or decline in the effectiveness of these systems could significantly and adversely impact our business and operational outcomes.

 

We are affected by regional and worldwide political, regulatory, social and economic conditions in the jurisdictions in which we and our customers and suppliers operate and in the jurisdictions which we intend to expand our business in.

 

We, along with our customers and suppliers, are subject to the laws, regulations, and government policies in each jurisdiction where we operate or plan to expand. Our business and future expansion relies on the political, regulatory, social, and economic conditions in these jurisdictions, factors over which we have limited control. Economic downturns, policy changes, currency and interest rate fluctuations, capital controls, labor laws, alterations in, duties and taxation changes, and restrictions on imports and exports in these countries have the potential to significantly and negatively impact our business, financial health, operational results, and prospects.

 

Typically, we finance our acquisitions of materials and components to manufacture microscopy equipment through internal resources and long-term financing obtained from banks and other financial institutions. Any disruptions, uncertainties, or volatility in the global credit markets could constrain our ability to secure the necessary financing for our business on favorable terms and costs. The interest rates on most of our credit facilities are subject to periodic review by the relevant financial institutions.

 

Moreover, the variability and instability in the global credit markets has the potential to restrict credit lines available to our existing and prospective customers from banks or financial institutions. Consequently, these customers might encounter challenges in securing adequate financing for the acquisition of our materials and components for the manufacturing of microscopy equipment, prompting us to consider reducing our rates to accommodate their financial constraints. Such adjustments could adversely affect our revenue and overall financial performance.

 

We may be exposed to disputes and claims arising from the usage of our microscopy equipment.

 

We may face claims related to defects or malfunctions in our microscopy equipment, and if we are compelled to pay damages due to disputes, it could negatively impact on our reputation and profitability. Despite our efforts to mitigate such risks through regular inspections and quality control of our microscopy equipment, it is challenging to prevent every potential defect or malfunction. If accidents occur that are not covered by our insurance policies, or if the claims surpass our insurance coverage, or face disputes with insurance companies, we may be obligated to cover the compensation costs. This could significantly and adversely affect our financial performance. Furthermore, the payment of insurance claims might lead to increased premiums for our insurance policies, elevating our operational costs and having an adverse impact on our overall financial performance.

 

We may be affected if we are found to be in breach of any lease agreements entered into by us.

 

We have leased certain of our real properties from CapitaLand Singapore (BP&C) Pte. Ltd. and are subject to certain terms and conditions in respect of these real properties, such as the requirement to fulfill existing and future lease obligations. As such, we may be exposed to significant remediation cost, including but not limited to potentially costly fines or compensation, if we are found to be in breach of any of the terms and conditions of our leases.

 

Increased competition in the microscopy equipment business may affect our ability to maintain our market share and growth.

 

Operating in the competitive microscopy equipment sales industry, we face formidable competitors with greater scale and financial resources. These competitors have the capability to develop cutting-edge equipment with superior specifications, boast larger customer bases, and leverage extensive marketing resources to offer a broader range of microscopy equipment. Additionally, the entry of new competitors or market consolidation could further intensify competition.

 

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Our ongoing success hinges on our ability to effectively compete with current and potential rivals and adapt to evolving market conditions and demands. Failing to do so could adversely impact on our business and financial performance. While we maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers, there is no guarantee that existing agreements will be renewed or sustained.

 

The risk of losing suppliers and customers to competitors, along with the potential departure of skilled employees to rival companies, poses a threat to our competitive position. If these circumstances materialize, our business, financial condition, results of operations, and prospects may be significantly and adversely affected.

 

We are exposed to the credit risks of our customers.

 

We extend credit terms to some of our customers. Our average accounts receivable turnover days were approximately 208 days, and 80 days for the six months period ended October 31, 2023, and the financial year ended April 30, 2024, respectively. Our customers may be unable to meet their contractual payment obligations to us, either in a timely manner or at all. The reasons for payment delays, cancellations, or default by our customers may include insolvency or bankruptcy, or insufficient financing or working capital due to late payments by their respective customers. While we did not experience any material order cancellations by our customers during the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and the financial year ended April 30, 2024, there is no assurance that our customers will not cancel their orders and/or refuse to make payment in the future in a timely manner or at all. We may not be able to enforce our contractual rights to receive payment through legal proceedings. In the event 1that we are unable to collect payments from our customers, we are still obliged to pay our suppliers in a timely manner and thus our business, financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected.

 

Our business is subject to supply chain interruptions.

 

We collaborate with third-party logistic providers and component manufacturers to facilitate2 the import, export, and transportation of components essential for the production of our microscopy equipment. Our supply chain logistics heavily depend on the capabilities of these third-party service providers to ensure the timely delivery of components. Various factors pose potential risks to our operations, including, but not limited to:

 

  ● disruptions in our delivery capabilities;
     
  ● failure of third-party service providers to meet our standards or their commitments to us;
     
  ● Rising transportation expenses, constraints in shipping, or other factors that may affect costs, such as the need to locate higher-cost service providers, whether readily available or not.; and
     
  ● The impacts of COVID-19 and/ or other future pandemics resulting in disruptions arising from initiatives to manage or alleviate the pandemic, including but not limited to facility closures, governmental orders, outbreaks, and potential limitations in transportation capacity.

 

Our results of operations and capital resources have not been materially impacted by supply chain interruptions during the six months period ended October 31, 2024 and during the financial year ended April 30, 2024, and there have not been any material impact for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 and for the financial year ended April 30, 2024. However, any increased costs from delays, cancellations, and insurance, or disruption to, or inefficiency in, the supply chain network of our third-party service providers, geopolitical conflicts such as the Russia-Ukrainian Conflict, or the present unrest in the Middle East, COVID-19 outbreaks, or other factors, could affect our revenue and profitability. Please refer to the risk factors “Our business and operations may be materially and adversely affected in the event of a re-occurrence or a prolonged global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19” set out below in this prospectus, for details on how these recent events have caused interruptions to our supply chain and impacted our operations. If we fail to manage these risks effectively, we could experience a material adverse impact on our reputation, revenue, and profitability.

 

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Our business model does not heavily rely on third-party software or services, particularly those that are directly integrated into our products or operations. This diminishes our reliance on external technology, thereby reducing the potential impact of cybersecurity breaches or disruptions originating from third-party entities. Currently, we receive only a limited number of inquiries through our website at www.phaostech.com. Although data breaches and operational disruptions remain possible, the physical presence of our business enables alternative methods for product distribution and customer service, mitigating the overall impact of cybersecurity incidents on our operations. Despite our perception of a lower risk of cybersecurity incidents significantly affecting our operations, we prioritize the implementation of cybersecurity measures to uphold a secure and reliable business environment. For instance, our plans include: (i) integrating cybersecurity clauses into our business contracts; (ii) specifying security requirements and data protection protocols in vendor contracts to ensure consistent cybersecurity standards across our supply chain; (iii) educating employees on cybersecurity threats by providing training to recognize and report phishing attempts, social engineering tactics, and other cyber threats; and (iv) implementing cybersecurity awareness tools and simulations to assess employees’ knowledge and response to potential threats. Through these measures, we aim to enhance our ability to respond to and recover from any eventual cybersecurity incidents.  

 

Our business and operations may be materially and adversely affected in the event of a re-occurrence or a prolonged global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19.

 

The global COVID-19 pandemic, declared by the World Health Organization in early 2020, has disrupted not only our operations but also those of our customers and suppliers. If the COVID-19 outbreak intensifies or new variants emerge with increased transmissibility and virulence, it could lead to stricter regulations on businesses. Extended closures or disruptions to the operations of ourselves, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors may result in delays, shortages of supplies and services, or the termination of orders and contracts. Additionally, the potential quarantine of employees suspected of contracting COVID-19 could lead to a labor shortage, requiring workplace disinfection and affecting our production and processing facilities. Such disruptions may significantly impact our business, financial condition, and operational results.

 

Moreover, during the financial years 2022 and 2023, we encountered challenges in participating in trade conventions and showcasing our products in foreign jurisdictions due to travel restrictions imposed by the Singapore Government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a microscopy company specializing in revealing small-scale observations, ranging from micron to nanometer levels, the absence of face-to-face interactions and the limited use of virtual meetings before the pandemic presented a challenge in demonstrating the capabilities of our systems. Additionally, previous travel and visiting restrictions hindered our client/supplier relationships by resulting in delays in production, increased lead times, and difficulties in maintaining a consistent inventory, thereby impacting our company’s ability to meet customer demands.

 

Lastly, compliance with governmental regulations has resulted in the implementation of control measures to protect our staff and customers from outbreaks of infectious diseases, such as requiring our staff to wear personal protective equipment (such as face masks and gloves) during interaction with customers, increasing costs for compliance with such regulations.

 

While we have taken proactive measures to mitigate future impacts, including refining our virtual demonstration capabilities and exploring alternative methods for marketing and showcasing our microscopy equipment, we cannot confirm the extent to which our business will be materially affected by a re-occurrence or a prolonged global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19.

 

We may be affected by an outbreak of other infectious diseases.

 

The occurrence of infectious diseases, including but not limited to severe acute respiratory syndrome and avian influenza, or the emergence of new infectious diseases in the future, has the potential to impact not only our operations but also those of our customers and suppliers. If any employees at our offices, worksites, or those of our customers and suppliers are affected by such diseases, there could be a necessity to temporarily close down our or their offices or worksites as a preventive measure to contain the spread of the diseases. This could negatively affect our revenue and financial performance.

 

We are exposed to risks arising from fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates.

 

As our shares are quoted in US$ on the NYSE American, dividends, if any, in respect of our shares will be paid in US$. Fluctuations in the exchange rate between the US$ and other currencies will affect, amongst other things, the foreign currency value of the proceeds which a shareholder would receive upon sale of our shares and the foreign currency value of dividend distributions.

 

We are subject to health, and safety regulations and penalties, and may be adversely affected by new and changing laws and regulations.  

 

We are bound by laws, regulations, and policies governing workplace health and safety, necessitating the implementation of measures to safeguard the well-being of our employees. Any modifications to existing laws, regulations, or policies, or the introduction of new ones within the microscopy equipment industry, may impose fresh restrictions or prohibitions on our current practices. Compliance with these evolving requirements could entail substantial costs and expenses, demanding additional allocation of resources. Such changes have the potential to materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, and prospects.

 

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Our insurance policies may be inadequate to cover our assets, operations, and any loss arising from business interruptions.

 

We bear the risk of equipment loss or damage in Singapore due to fire, theft, or natural disasters. These incidents have the potential to disrupt or halt our business operations, thereby impacting our financial results negatively. Our current insurance coverage might not adequately address all potential losses.

 

Given the nature of our operations, there is also a risk of accidents involving our employees or third parties during the manufacturing, installation and maintenance process. If claims arise from such incidents, and either liability is assigned to us or our insurance coverage proves insufficient, we could face losses that adversely affect our profitability and financial standing.

 

We may be harmed by negative publicity.

 

We operate in a highly competitive industry where other companies offer similar products. The majority of our customer base is built through word of mouth, relying on positive feedback from our customers. Therefore, the satisfaction of our customers with our microscopy equipment is crucial for our business success, as satisfied customers often lead to referrals. Failing to meet customer expectations could result in negative feedback on our products and services, negatively impacting our business and reputation. If we cannot maintain high customer satisfaction or address dissatisfaction adequately, it may adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, and prospects.

 

Our reputation is also vulnerable to negative publicity in reports, major newspapers, forums, or rumours. There is no guarantee that our Group will be immune to negative publicity in the future, and such occurrences could significantly and adversely affect our reputation and prospects. This, in turn, may hinder our ability to attract new customers, retain existing ones, and have an adverse impact on our business and results of operations.

 

If we are unable to maintain and protect our intellectual property, or if third parties assert that we infringe on their intellectual property rights, our business could suffer.

 

The success of our business is contingent, in part, upon our ability to safeguard our proprietary information and other intellectual property, including trademarks, patents, client lists, manufacturing processes, and business methods. We primarily rely on contractual agreements and patent laws to secure our intellectual property rights; however, there is a risk that these rights may not be adequately protected, potentially leading to disclosure or use by third parties that could compromise our competitive standing. Failing to detect unauthorized use or to promptly enforce our intellectual property rights may have detrimental effects on our business. Additionally, there is a possibility of third parties alleging that our business operations infringe on their intellectual property rights, posing threats to our reputation, creating financial burdens for defending claims, and limiting our ability to offer certain services. The increasing reliance on mobile devices for storing and transporting intellectual property introduces a heightened risk of inadvertent disclosure in case of loss or theft, particularly if the information is inadequately safeguarded or encrypted. This also elevates the potential for unauthorized individuals, whether with system access or through unauthorized means, to exploit the information to our disadvantage.

 

We are exposed to risks with respect of acts of war, terrorist attacks, epidemics, political unrest, adverse weather conditions, and other uncontrollable events.

 

Unforeseeable events and various factors, including power outages, labor disputes, adverse weather conditions, catastrophes, epidemics, or outbreaks, have the potential to interrupt our operations and result in loss and damage to our storage facilities, workshop, and office. Additionally, acts of war, terrorist attacks, or other violent acts could significantly and adversely impact global financial markets and consumer confidence. Our business is susceptible to macroeconomic influences in the countries where we operate, such as overall economic conditions, market sentiment, social and political unrest, and regulatory, fiscal, and governmental policies, all of which are beyond our control. The occurrence of any such event has the potential to cause harm or disruption to our business, markets, customers, and suppliers, ultimately having a material and adverse effect on our business, financial health, operating results, and future prospects.

 

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We may not be able to successfully implement our business strategies and future plans.

 

In line with our business strategies and future objectives, we plan to diversify our product portfolio and enhance our storage facilities and capabilities. Additionally, we are exploring potential business opportunities through joint ventures. While we have formulated these expansion plans based on our optimistic outlook for our business, there is no guarantee that these initiatives will prove commercially successful or align precisely with our expectations. The success and feasibility of our expansion hinge on our ability to accurately anticipate the demand for microscopy equipment among our clientele, recruit and retain skilled personnel to execute our strategies, and implement effective business development and marketing plans. Furthermore, the execution of these plans may necessitate significant capital expenditure and additional financial commitments.

 

There is no assurance that our business strategies and future plans will yield the anticipated results, such as increased revenue that justifies our investment costs, or that they will lead to cost savings, improved operational efficiency, and productivity enhancements. Obtaining favourable financing, if at all, is also uncertain. Failure to meet our expectations in the execution of these plans, achieve adequate revenue levels, or efficiently manage costs could result in an inability to recover our investment costs and negatively impact our business, financial health, operating results, and future prospects.

 

We are subject to risks related to product recalls, and our operation results and financial condition would suffer if we fail to adequately manage such risks.

 

We have incorporated measures into our sourcing and certification processes aimed at preventing and identifying defects in the components used for the manufacturing of our microscopy equipment. See “Business — Sales Process Flow” and “Business — Certifications” sections for more information. Despite these measures, it is possible that defects in our products may not be entirely prevented, revealed, or detected until after they have been introduced to the market. As a result, there is a risk of product defects that may necessitate a product recall. The costs associated with such recalls and the related remedial actions could significantly impact our operations and potentially have a material adverse effect on our business, financial results, and overall financial condition. Additionally, product recalls may lead to negative publicity and public concerns about the safety of our products, potentially damaging the reputation of both our products and our business, and potentially causing a decline in the market value of our shares.

 

Risks Related to Our Securities and This Offering

 

Our dual class share structure with different voting rights may adversely affect the value and liquidity of the Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

We cannot predict whether our dual class share structure with different voting rights will result in a lower or more volatile market price of the Class A Ordinary Shares, in adverse publicity, or other adverse consequences. Certain index providers have announced restrictions on including companies with multiple class share structures in certain of their indices. Because of our dual class structure, we will likely be excluded from these indices and other stock indices that take similar actions. Given the sustained flow of investment funds into passive strategies that seek to track certain indices, exclusion from certain stock indices would likely preclude investment by many of these funds and could make the Class A Ordinary Shares less attractive to investors. In addition, several shareholder advisory firms have announced their opposition to the use of multiple class structure and our dual class structure may cause shareholder advisory firms to publish negative commentary about our corporate governance, in which case the market price and liquidity of the Class A Ordinary Shares could be adversely affected.

 

Our dual class share structure with different voting rights will limit your ability to influence corporate matters and could discourage others from pursuing any change of control transactions that holders of our Class A ordinary shares may view as beneficial.

 

We adopt a dual class share structure such that our ordinary shares consist of Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares. In respect of matters requiring the votes of shareholders, each our Class A Ordinary Share is entitled to one (1) vote and each our Class B Ordinary Share is entitled to three (3) votes. Each of our Class B ordinary share is convertible into one Class A Ordinary Share at any time by the holder thereof. Our Class A Ordinary Shares are not convertible into our Class B Ordinary Share under any circumstances. Only our Class A ordinary shares are tradable on the market immediately after our listing on Nasdaq. This voting structure may discourage investors from pursuing any change of control transactions that holders of our Class A Ordinary Shares may view as beneficial.

 

An active trading market for our Class A Ordinary Shares may not be established or, if established, may not continue and the trading price for our Class A Ordinary Shares may fluctuate significantly.

 

We cannot assure you that a liquid public market for our Class A Ordinary Shares will be established. If an active public market for our Class A Ordinary Shares does not occur following the completion of this offering, the market price and liquidity of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be materially and adversely affected. The public offering price for our Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering was determined by negotiation between us and the underwriter based upon several factors, and we can provide no assurance that the trading price of our shares after this offering will not decline below the public offering price. As a result, investors in our shares may experience a significant decrease in the value of their shares.

 

We may not maintain the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American which could limit investors’ ability to make transactions in our Class A Ordinary Shares and subject us to additional trading restrictions.

 

We intend to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American concurrently with this offering. In order to continue listing our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American, we must maintain certain financial and share price levels and we may be unable to meet these requirements in the future. We cannot assure you that our Class A Ordinary Shares will continue to be listed on the NYSE American in the future.

 

If the NYSE American delists our Class A Ordinary Shares and we are unable to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on another national securities exchange, we expect our Class A Ordinary Shares could be quoted on an over-the-counter market in the United States. If this were to occur, we could face significant material adverse consequences, including:

 

  (a) a limited availability of market quotations for our Class A Ordinary Shares;

 

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  (b) reduced liquidity for our Class A Ordinary Shares;
     
  (c) a determination that our Class A Ordinary Shares are “penny stock,” which will require brokers trading in our Class A Ordinary Shares to adhere to more stringent rules and possibly result in a reduced level of trading activity in the secondary trading market for our Class A Ordinary Shares;
     
  (d) a limited amount of news and analyst coverage; and
     
  (e) a decreased ability to issue additional securities or obtain additional financing in the future.

 

As long as our Class A Ordinary Shares are listed on NYSE American, U.S. federal law prevents or pre-empts individual states from regulating their sale. However, the law does allow the states to investigate companies if there is a suspicion of fraud, and, if there is a finding of fraudulent activity, then the states can regulate or bar their sale. Further, if we were no longer listed on NYSE American, we would be subject to regulations in each state in which we offer our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

The trading price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be volatile, which could result in substantial losses to investors.

 

The trading price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be volatile and could fluctuate widely due to factors beyond our control. This may happen because of the broad market and industry factors, like the performance and fluctuation of the market prices of other companies with business operations located mainly in Singapore that have listed their securities in the United States. In addition to market and industry factors, the price and trading volume for our shares may be highly volatile for factors specific to our own operations, including the following:

 

  ● fluctuations in our revenues, earnings, and cash flow;
     
  ● changes in financial estimates by securities analysts;
     
  ● additions or departures of key personnel;
     
  ● release of lock-up or other transfer restrictions on our outstanding equity securities or sales of additional equity securities; and
     
  ● potential litigation or regulatory investigations.

 

Any of these factors may result in significant and sudden changes in the volume and price at which our shares will trade.

 

In the past, shareholders of public companies have often brought securities class action suits against those companies following periods of instability in the market price of their securities. If we were involved in a class action suit, it could divert a significant amount of our management’s attention and other resources from our business and operations and require us to incur significant expenses to defend the suit, which could harm our results of operations. Any such class action suit, whether or not successful, could harm our reputation and restrict our ability to raise capital in the future. In addition, if a claim is successfully made against us, we may be required to pay significant damages, which could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.

 

Certain recent initial public offerings of companies with public floats comparable to the anticipated public float of our Company have experienced extreme volatility that was seemingly unrelated to the underlying performance of the respective company. We may experience similar volatility. Such volatility, including any stock-run up, may be unrelated to our actual or expected operating performance and financial condition or prospects, making it difficult for prospective investors to assess the rapidly changing value of our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Recently, there have been instances of extreme stock price run-ups followed by rapid price declines and strong stock price volatility with recent initial public offerings, especially among those with relatively smaller public floats. As a relatively small-capitalization company with relatively small public float, we may experience greater stock price volatility, extreme price run-ups, lower trading volume and less liquidity than large-capitalization companies. In particular, our Class A Ordinary Shares may be subject to rapid and substantial price volatility, low volumes of trades and large spreads in bid and ask prices. Such volatility, including any stock-run up, may be unrelated to our actual or expected operating performance and financial condition or prospects, making it difficult for prospective investors to assess the rapidly changing value of our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

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In addition, if the trading volumes of our Class A Ordinary Shares are low, persons buying or selling in relatively small quantities may easily influence prices of our Class A Ordinary Shares. This low volume of trades could also cause the price of our Class A Ordinary Shares to fluctuate greatly, with large percentage changes in price occurring in any trading day session. Holders of our Class A Ordinary Shares may also not be able to readily liquidate their investment or may be forced to sell at depressed prices due to low volume trading. Broad market fluctuations and general economic and political conditions may also adversely affect the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares. As a result of this volatility, investors may experience losses on their investment in our Class A Ordinary Shares. A decline in the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares also could adversely affect our ability to issue additional shares of Class A Ordinary Shares or other of our securities and our ability to obtain additional financing in the future. No assurance can be given that an active market in our Class A Ordinary Shares will develop or be sustained. If an active market does not develop, holders of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be unable to readily sell the shares they hold or may not be able to sell their shares at all.

 

If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or reports about our business, or if they adversely change their recommendations regarding our Class A Ordinary Shares, the market price for our Class A Ordinary Shares and trading volume could decline.

 

The trading market for our shares will be influenced by research or reports that industry or securities analysts publish about our business. If one or more analysts downgrade our shares, the market price for our shares would likely decline. If one or more of these analysts cease to cover us or fail to regularly publish reports on us, we could lose visibility in the financial markets, which in turn could cause the market price or trading volume for our shares to decline.

 

If we fail to implement and maintain an effective system of internal controls over financial reporting, we may fail to meet our reporting obligations and/or are unable to accurately report our results of operations or prevent fraud; and this may materially adversely affect investors’ confidence and consequently, the market price of our Ordinary Shares.

 

Prior to this offering, we have been a private company with limited accounting personnel and other resources with which to address our internal controls and procedures. This has resulted in material weaknesses and control deficiencies identified included (i) a lack of sufficient skilled staff with U.S. GAAP knowledge and the SEC reporting knowledge for the purpose of financial reporting; and (ii) a lack of formal accounting policies and procedures manual to ensure proper financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

 

Following the identification of the material weaknesses and control deficiencies, we shall take the following remedial measures: (i) engaging an external consulting firm to assist us with assessment of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements and improvement of overall internal control; and (ii) adopting directors’ resolutions to appoint independent directors, establish an audit committee, and strengthen corporate governance.

 

We plan to take additional remedial measures, including (i) hiring more qualified accounting personnel with relevant U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting experience and qualifications to strengthen the financial reporting function and to set up a financial and system control framework; and (ii) implementing regular and continuous U.S. GAAP accounting and financial reporting training programs for our accounting and financial reporting personnel.

 

However, the implementation of these measures may not fully address the material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting. Our failure to correct the material weaknesses or our failure to discover and address any other material weaknesses or control deficiencies could result in inaccuracies in our financial statements and could also impair our ability to comply with applicable financial reporting requirements and related regulatory filings on a timely basis. As a result, our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects, as well as the trading price of our Ordinary Shares, may be materially and adversely affected. Moreover, ineffective internal control over financial reporting significantly hinders our ability to prevent fraud.

 

Upon completion of this offering, we will become a public company in the United States subject to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 will require that we include a report of management on our internal control over financial reporting in our annual report on Form 20-F beginning with our annual report for the year ending April 30, 2024. In addition, once we cease to be an “emerging growth company,” as such term is defined in the JOBS Act, our independent registered public accounting firm must attest to and report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting. Our management may conclude that our internal control over financial reporting is not effective. Moreover, even if our management concludes that our internal control over financial reporting is effective, our independent registered public accounting firm, after conducting its own independent testing, may issue a report that is qualified, if it is not satisfied with our internal controls or the level at which our controls are documented, designed, operated, or reviewed, or if it interprets the relevant requirements differently from us. In addition, after we become a public company, our reporting obligations may place a significant strain on our management, operational, and financial resources and systems for the foreseeable future. We may be unable to complete our evaluation testing and any required remediation in a timely manner.

 

Because we do not expect to pay dividends in the foreseeable future, you must rely on price appreciation of our Class A Ordinary Shares for a return on your investment.

 

We currently intend to retain all of our available funds and any future earnings after this offering to fund the development and growth of our business. As a result, we do not expect to pay any cash dividends in the foreseeable future. Therefore, you should not rely on an investment in our shares as a source for any future dividend income. Our Board has complete discretion as to whether to distribute dividends, subject to certain requirements of Cayman Islands and Singapore law. Even if our Board decides to declare and pay dividends (by way of a simple majority decision of our Directors), the timing, amount and form of future dividends, if any, will depend on, among other things, our future results of operations and cash flow, our capital requirements and surplus, the amount of distributions, if any, received by us from our subsidiaries, our financial condition, contractual restrictions and other factors as determined by our Board. Accordingly, the return on your investment in our Class A Ordinary Shares will likely depend entirely upon any future price appreciation of our Class A Ordinary Shares. There is no guarantee that our Class A Ordinary Shares will appreciate in value after this offering or even maintain the price at which you purchased our shares. You may not realize a return on your investment in our shares and you may even lose your entire investment.

 

Short selling may drive down the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Short selling is the practice of selling shares that the seller does not own but rather has borrowed from a third party with the intention of buying identical shares back at a later date to return to the lender. The short seller hopes to profit from a decline in the value of the shares between the sale of the borrowed shares and the purchase of the replacement shares, as the short seller expects to pay less in that purchase than it received in the sale. As it is in the short seller’s interest for the price of the shares to decline, many short sellers publish, or arrange for the publication of, negative opinions and allegations regarding the relevant issuer and its business prospects in order to create negative market momentum and generate profits for themselves after selling the shares short. These short attacks have, in the past, led to selling of shares in the market. If we were to become the subject of any unfavourable publicity, whether such allegations are proven to be true or untrue, we could have to expend a significant number of resources to investigate such allegations and/or defend ourselves. While we would strongly defend against any such short seller attacks, we may be constrained in the manner in which we can proceed against the relevant short seller by principles of freedom of speech, applicable state law or issues of commercial confidentiality.

 

Because our public offering price per share is substantially higher than our net tangible book value per share, you will experience immediate and substantial dilution.

 

If you purchase Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering, you will pay substantially more than our net tangible book value per share. As a result, you will experience immediate and substantial dilution of US$[4.03] per Class A Ordinary Share, representing the difference between our as adjusted net tangible book value per Class A Ordinary Share of US$[0.47] as of April 30, 2024, after giving effect to the net proceeds to us from this offering, assuming no change to the number of shares offered by us as set forth on the cover page of this prospectus and an assumed public offering price of US$[4.5] per Class A Ordinary Share (being the mid-point of the initial public offering price range). See “Dilution” for a more complete description of how the value of your investment in our shares will be diluted upon the completion of this offering.

 

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The initial public offering price for our Class A Ordinary Shares may not be indicative of prices that will prevail in the trading market and such market prices may be volatile.

 

The initial public offering price for our Class A Ordinary Shares will be determined by negotiations between us and the underwriters, and does not bear any relationship to our earnings, book value or any other indicia of value. We cannot assure you that the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares will not decline significantly below the initial public offering price. The financial markets in the United States and other countries have experienced significant price and volume fluctuations in the last few years. Volatility in the price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be caused by factors outside of our control and may be unrelated or disproportionate to changes in our results of operations.

 

You must rely on the judgment of our management as to the uses of the net proceeds from this offering, and such uses may not produce income or increase our share price.

 

We intend to use the net proceeds of this offering as set out in “Use of Proceeds.” However, our management will have considerable discretion in the application of the net proceeds received by us in this offering. You will not have the opportunity, as part of your investment decision, to assess whether the proceeds are being used appropriately. The net proceeds may be used for corporate purposes that do not improve our efforts to achieve or maintain profitability or increase our share price. The net proceeds from this offering may be placed in investments that do not produce income or that lose value.

 

If we are classified as a passive foreign investment company, United States taxpayers who own our securities may have adverse United States federal income tax consequences.

 

We are a non-U.S. corporation and, as such, we will be classified as a passive foreign investment company, which is known as a PFIC, for any taxable year if, for such year, either:

 

  ● At least 75% of our gross income for the year is passive income; or
     
  ● The average percentage of our assets (determined at the end of each quarter) during the taxable year that produce passive income or that are held for the production of passive income is at least 50%.

 

Passive income generally includes dividends, interest, rents, royalties (other than rents or royalties derived from the active conduct of a trade or business) and gains from the disposition of passive assets.

 

If we are determined to be a PFIC for any taxable year (or portion thereof) that is included in the holding period of a U.S. taxpayer who holds our securities, the U.S. taxpayer may be subject to increased U.S. federal income tax liability and may be subject to additional reporting requirements.

 

While we do not expect to become a PFIC, because the value of our assets for purposes of the asset test may be determined by reference to the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares, fluctuations in the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may cause us to become a PFIC for the current or subsequent taxable years. The determination of whether we will be or become a PFIC will also depend, in part, on the composition of our income and assets.  If we determine not to deploy significant amounts of cash for active purposes, our risk of being a PFIC may substantially increase. Because there are uncertainties in the application of the relevant rules and PFIC status is a factual determination made annually after the close of each taxable year, there can be no assurance that we will not be a PFIC for the current taxable year or any future taxable year.

 

For a more detailed discussion of the application of the PFIC rules to us and the consequences to U.S. taxpayers if we were determined to be a PFIC, see “Material Tax Considerations — Passive Foreign Investment Company Considerations.”

 

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Our Controlling Shareholder has substantial influence over the Company. His interests may not be aligned with the interests of our other shareholders, and he could prevent or cause a change of control or other transactions.

 

Post restructuring and immediately prior to the completion of this offering, Beh Hook Seng through his ownership of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. and TongHuai SG2 Enterprise Pte. Ltd, in addition to his own shares will own an aggregate of approximately 0% of our issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares and 65.1% of our issued and outstanding Class B Ordinary Shares. Upon completion of this offering, Beh Hook Seng through his ownership of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. and TongHuai SG2 Enterprise Pte. Ltd, in addition to his own shares will own an aggregate of approximately 0% of our issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares and 65.1% of our issued and outstanding Class B Ordinary Shares representing [50.03]% of the total voting rights.

 

Accordingly, our Controlling Shareholder could have considerable influence or control over the outcome of any corporate transactions or other matters submitted to the shareholders for approval, including (i) mergers, consolidations, (ii) the election or removal of Directors, (iii) the sale of all or substantially all of our assets, (iv) making amendments to our Memorandum and Articles of Association, (v) whether to issue additional shares, including to him, (vi) employment, including compensation arrangements, and (vii) the power to prevent or cause a change in control. The interests of our largest shareholder may differ from the interests of our other shareholders. Without the consent of our Controlling Shareholder, we may be prevented from entering into transactions that could be beneficial to us or our other shareholders. The concentration in the ownership of our shares may cause a material decline in the value of our shares. For more information regarding our principal shareholders and their affiliated entities, see “Principal and Selling Shareholders.”

 

As a “controlled company” under the rules of the NYSE American, we may choose to exempt our Company from certain corporate governance requirements that could have an adverse effect on our public shareholders.

 

Our directors and officers beneficially own a majority of the voting power of our issued and outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares. Under Section 110 and 801 of the NYSE American Company Guide, a company of which more than 50% of the voting power is held by an individual, group or another company is a “controlled company” and may elect not to comply with certain corporate governance requirements, including:

 

  ● an exemption from the rule that a majority of our Board must be independent directors;
     
  ● an exemption from the rule that the compensation of our chief executive officer must be determined or recommended solely by independent directors; and
     
  ● An exemption from the rule that our director nominees must be selected or recommended solely by independent directors.

 

The exemption we intend to rely on is that a majority of our Board need not be independent directors. As a result, you may not have the same protection afforded to shareholders of companies that are subject to these corporate governance requirements.

 

As a company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, we are permitted to follow certain home country practices in relation to corporate governance matters in lieu of certain requirements under the NYSE American corporate governance listing rules. These practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with NYSE American corporate governance listing standards.

 

As a foreign private issuer that has applied to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American, we rely on a provision in NYSE American corporate governance listing standards that allows us to follow Cayman Islands law with regard to certain aspects of corporate governance. This allows us to follow certain corporate governance practices that differ in significant respects from the corporate governance requirements applicable to U.S. companies listed on the NYSE American.

 

These practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with corporate governance listing requirements of NYSE American. Following this offering, we will rely on home country practice to be exempted from certain of the corporate governance requirements of NYSE American, namely (i) a majority of the Directors on our Board are not required to be independent Directors; (ii) there will not be a necessity to have regularly scheduled executive sessions with independent Directors; and (iii) there will be no requirement for the Company to obtain Shareholder approval prior to an issuance of securities in connection with (a) the acquisition of stock or assets of another company; (b) equity-based compensation of officers, directors, employees or consultants; (c) a change of control; and (d) transactions other than public offerings.

 

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You may face difficulties in protecting your interests, and your ability to protect your rights through U.S. courts may be limited, because we are incorporated under Cayman Islands law.

 

We are an exempted company with limit liability incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands. Our corporate affairs are governed by our Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Companies Act and the common law of the Cayman Islands.

 

The rights of shareholders to take action against the directors, actions by minority shareholders and the fiduciary duties of our directors to us under Cayman Islands law are governed by the Companies Act and the common law of the Cayman Islands. The common law of the Cayman Islands is derived in part from comparatively limited judicial precedent in the Cayman Islands as well as from the common law of England, the decisions of whose courts are of persuasive authority, but are not binding, on a court in the Cayman Islands. The rights of our shareholders and the fiduciary duties of our directors under Cayman Islands law are not as clearly established as they would be under statutes or judicial precedent in some states in the United States. In particular, the Cayman Islands has a less developed body of securities laws than the United States. Some U.S. states have more fully developed and judicially interpreted bodies of corporate law than the Cayman Islands. In addition, Cayman Islands companies may not have the standing to initiate a shareholder derivative action in a federal court of the United States.

 

Holders of our Ordinary Shares will have no general right under Cayman Islands law to inspect corporate records (other than the memorandum and articles of association and any special resolutions passed by our company, and our registers of mortgages and charges) or obtain copies of our list of shareholders or our corporate records. Our directors have discretion under our Memorandum and Articles of Association to determine whether or not, and under what conditions, our corporate records may be inspected by holders of shares of our company. This may make it more difficult for you to obtain the information needed to establish any facts necessary for a shareholder motion or to solicit proxies from other shareholders in connection with a proxy contest.

 

As a result of all the above, shareholders may have more difficulty in protecting their interests in the face of actions taken by our management, members of the Board or Controlling Shareholders than they would as shareholders of a company incorporated in a U.S. state. For a discussion of significant differences between the provisions of the Companies Act and the laws applicable to companies incorporated in a U.S. state and their shareholders, see “Certain Cayman Islands Company Considerations — Differences in Corporate Law.”

 

Certain judgments obtained against us or our auditor by our shareholders may not be enforceable.

 

We are an exempted Cayman Islands company. Our operating subsidiaries were incorporated and are located in Singapore. Substantially all of our assets are located outside of the United States. In addition, all of our current Directors and officers are nationals and residents of countries other than the United States and substantially all of the assets of these persons are located outside the United States. As a result, it may be difficult for a shareholder to effect service of process within the United States upon these persons or to enforce against us, our directors and officers, or our auditor judgments obtained in United States courts, including judgments predicated upon the civil liability provisions of the securities laws of the United States or any state in the United States. Even if you are successful in bringing an action of this kind, the laws of the Cayman Islands and Singapore may render you unable to enforce a judgment against our assets or the assets of our Directors and officers. For more information regarding the relevant laws of the Cayman Islands and Singapore, see “Enforceability of Civil Liabilities.” As a result of the above, our shareholders may have more difficulties in protecting their interests through actions against us, our officers, Directors, or major shareholders, than would shareholders of a corporation incorporated in a jurisdiction in the United States.

 

We are an emerging growth company within the meaning of the Securities Act and may take advantage of certain reduced reporting requirements.

 

We are an “emerging growth company,” as defined in the JOBS Act, and we may take advantage of certain exemptions from various requirements applicable to other public companies that are not emerging growth companies including, most significantly, not being required to comply with the auditor attestation requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act for so long as we are an emerging growth company. As a result, if we elect not to comply with such auditor attestation requirements, our investors may not have access to certain information they may deem important.

 

The JOBS Act also provides that an emerging growth company does not need to comply with any new or revised financial accounting standards until such a date that a private company is otherwise required to comply with such new or revised accounting standards. In other words, an “emerging growth company” can delay the adoption of certain accounting standards until those standards would otherwise apply to private companies. We have elected to take advantage of the extended transition period, although we have adopted certain new and revised accounting standards based on transition guidance permitted under such standards earlier. As a result of this election, our future financial statements may not be comparable to other public companies that comply with the public company effective dates for these new or revised accounting standards.

 

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We are a foreign private issuer within the meaning of the Exchange Act, and as such we are exempt from certain provisions applicable to United States domestic public companies.

 

Because we are a foreign private issuer under the Exchange Act, we are exempt from certain provisions of the securities rules and regulations in the United States that are applicable to U.S. domestic issuers, including:

 

  ● the rules under the Exchange Act requiring the filing of quarterly reports on Form 10-Q or current reports on Form 8-K with the SEC;
     
  ● the sections of the Exchange Act regulating the solicitation of proxies, consents, or authorizations in respect of a security registered under the Exchange Act;
     
  ● the sections of the Exchange Act requiring insiders to file public reports of their share ownership and trading activities and liability for insiders who profit from trades made in a short period of time; and
     
  ● the selective disclosure rules by issuers of material non-public information under Regulation FD.

 

We will be required to file an annual report on Form 20-F within four months of the end of each fiscal year. In addition, we intend to publish our financial results on a semi-annual basis through press releases distributed pursuant to the rules and regulations of the NYSE American. Press releases relating to financial results and material events will also be furnished to the SEC on Form 6-K. However, the information we are required to file with or furnish to the SEC will be less extensive and less timely compared to that required to be filed with the SEC by U.S. domestic issuers. As a result, you may not be afforded the same protections or information that would be made available to you if you were investing in a U.S. domestic issuer.

 

We may lose our foreign private issuer status in the future, which could result in significant additional costs and expenses to us.

 

As discussed above, we are a foreign private issuer under the Exchange Act, and therefore, we are not required to comply with all of the periodic disclosure and current reporting requirements of the Exchange Act. The determination of foreign private issuer status is made annually on the last Business Day of an issuer’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, and, accordingly, the next determination will be made with respect to us on October 30, 2023. In the future, we would lose our foreign private issuer status if (1) more than 50% of our outstanding voting securities are owned by U.S. residents and (2) a majority of our directors or executive officers are U.S. citizens or residents, or we fail to meet additional requirements necessary to avoid the loss of foreign private issuer status. If we lose our foreign private issuer status, we will be required to file with the SEC periodic reports and registration statements on U.S. domestic issuer forms, which are more detailed and extensive than the forms available to a foreign private issuer. We will also have to comply with U.S. federal proxy requirements, and our officers, Directors and 10% shareholders will become subject to the short-swing profit disclosure and recovery provisions of Section 16 of the Exchange Act. In addition, we will lose our ability to rely upon exemptions from certain corporate governance requirements under the listing rules of NYSE American. As a U.S. listed public company that is not a foreign private issuer, we will incur significant additional legal, accounting, and other expenses that we will not incur as a foreign private issuer.

 

Our compensation of directors and officers may not be publicly available.

 

Under Cayman Islands law, the Company is not required to disclose compensation paid to our senior management on an individual basis and the Company has not otherwise publicly disclosed this information elsewhere. The executive officers, directors and management of the Company receive fixed and variable compensation. They also receive benefits in line with market practice. The fixed component of their compensation is set on market terms and adjusted annually. The variable component consists of cash bonuses and awards of shares (or the cash equivalent). Cash bonuses are paid to executive officers and members of management based on previously agreed targets for the business. Shares (or the cash equivalent) are awarded under share options.

 

As a result of all of the above, our public shareholders may have more difficulty in protecting their interests in the face of actions taken by management, members of the board of directors or controlling shareholders than they would as public shareholders of a company incorporated in the United States.

 

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We will incur significantly increased costs and devote substantial management time as a result of the listing of our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American.

 

We will incur additional legal, accounting, and other expenses as a public reporting company, particularly after we cease to qualify as an emerging growth company. For example, we will be required to comply with the additional requirements of the rules and regulations of the SEC and the NYSE American rules, including applicable corporate governance practices. We expect that compliance with these requirements will increase our legal and financial compliance costs and will make some activities more time-consuming and costly. In addition, we expect that our management and other personnel will need to divert attention from operational and other business matters to devote substantial time to these public company requirements. We cannot predict or estimate the amount of additional costs we may incur as a result of becoming a public company or the timing of such costs.

 

In addition, changing laws, regulations and standards relating to corporate governance and public disclosure are creating uncertainty for public companies, increasing legal and financial compliance costs, and making some activities more time-consuming. These laws, regulations and standards are subject to varying interpretations, in many cases due to their lack of specificity, and, as a result, their application in practice may evolve over time as new guidelines are provided by regulatory and governing bodies. This could result in continuing uncertainty regarding compliance matters and higher costs necessitated by ongoing revisions to disclosure and governance practices. We intend to invest resources to comply with evolving laws, regulations and standards, and this investment may result in increased general and administrative expenses and a diversion of management’s time and attention from revenue-generating activities to compliance activities. If our efforts to comply with new laws, regulations and standards differ from the activities intended by regulatory or governing bodies due to ambiguities related to their application and practice, regulatory authorities may also initiate legal proceedings against us, and our business may be adversely affected.

 

Our Company intends to grant employee share options and other share-based awards in the future. Our Company will recognize any share-based compensation expenses in our statements of comprehensive loss. Any additional grant of employee share options and other share-based awards in the future may have a material adverse effect on our results of operation.

 

Our Company intends to adopt an employee share incentive plan in 2025, or the 2025 ESIP, for the purpose of granting share-based compensation awards, in an aggregate amount of up to 6% of our issued and outstanding Class A Shares following this offering, to our employees, directors and consultants to incentivize their performance and align their interests with ours. Under the 2025 ESIP, we expect to be permitted to issue options to purchase or share awards of up to 822,405 Class A Shares. As of the date of this prospectus, we have not awarded any shares and no options to purchase Class A Shares have been exercised and no Class A Shares have been issued upon exercised vested options, in each case under the 2025 ESIP. As a result of these grants and potential future grants, we expect to continue to incur significant share-based compensation expenses in the future. The amount of these expenses is based on the fair value of the share-based awards. We account for compensation costs for all share options using a fair-value based method and recognize expenses in our statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. The expenses associated with share-based compensation will decrease our profitability, perhaps materially, and the additional securities issued under share-based compensation plans will dilute the ownership interests of our shareholders. However, if we limit the scope of our share-based compensation plan, we may not be able to attract or retain key personnel who expect to be compensated by options.

 

ENFORCEABILITY OF CIVIL LIABILITIES

 

Our Company is an exempted company incorporated with limited liability under the laws of the Cayman Islands. We are incorporated in the Cayman Islands because of certain benefits associated with being a Cayman Islands company, such as political and economic stability, an effective judicial system, a favorable tax system, the absence of foreign exchange control or currency restrictions and the availability of professional and support services. However, the Cayman Islands has a less developed body of securities laws as compared to the United States and provides less protection for investors. In addition, Cayman Islands companies may not have standing to sue before the U.S. federal courts.

 

All of our current operations are conducted outside of the United States and all of our current assets are located outside of the United States, with the majority of our operations and current assets being located in Singapore. All of the Directors and Executive Officers of our Company reside outside the United States, and are currently located in Singapore. Substantially all of their assets are located outside the United States.

 

As a result, it may not be possible for you to:

 

  ● effect service of process within the United States upon our non-U.S. resident directors or on us;
     
  ● enforce in U.S. courts judgments obtained against our non-U.S. resident directors or us in the U.S. courts in any action, including actions under the civil liability provisions of U.S. securities laws; and
     
  ● enforce in U.S. courts judgments obtained against our non-U.S. resident directors or us in courts of jurisdictions outside the United States in any action, including actions under the civil liability provisions of U.S. securities laws.

 

We have appointed Cogency Global as our agent upon whom process may be served in any action brought against us under the securities laws of the United States.

 

Cayman Islands

 

Ogier, our counsel as to Cayman Islands law, has advised us that there is uncertainty as to whether the courts of the Cayman Islands would (i) recognize or enforce judgments of the U.S. courts obtained against us or our Directors or Executive Officers that are predicated upon the civil liability provisions of the U.S. securities laws or any U.S. state; or (ii) entertain original actions brought in the Cayman Islands against us or our Directors or Executive Officers that are predicated upon the U.S. securities laws or the securities laws of any U.S. state.

 

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We have been advised by Ogier that although there is no statutory enforcement in the Cayman Islands of judgments obtained in the federal or state courts of the United States (and the Cayman Islands is not a party to any treaties for the reciprocal enforcement or recognition of such judgments with the United States), the courts of the Cayman Islands would in certain circumstances recognize and enforce a judgment obtained in the federal or state courts of the United States against the Company without re-examination or re-litigation of matters adjudicated upon, provided such judgement, (a) is given by a foreign court of competent jurisdiction; (b) imposes on the judgment debtor a liability to pay a liquidated sum for which the judgment has been given;(c) is final; (d) is not in respect of taxes, a fine or a penalty, (e) was not obtained by fraud; and (f) is not of kind the enforcement of which is contrary to natural justice or the public policy of the Cayman Islands. However, the Cayman Islands courts are unlikely to enforce a judgment obtained from United States courts under civil liability provisions of the U.S. federal securities law if such judgment is determined by the courts of the Cayman Islands to give rise to obligations to make payments that are penal or punitive in nature. Because such a determination has not yet been made by a court of the Cayman Islands, it is uncertain whether such civil liability judgments from U.S. courts would be enforceable in the Cayman Islands. A Cayman Islands court may stay enforcement proceedings if concurrent proceedings are being brought elsewhere.

 

Subject to the above limitations, in appropriate circumstances, a Cayman Islands court may give effect in the Cayman Islands to other kinds of final foreign judgments such as declaratory orders, orders for performance of contracts and injunctions.

 

Singapore

 

There is no treaty between the United States and Singapore providing for the reciprocal recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters and a final judgment for the payment of money rendered by any federal or state court in the United States based on civil liability, whether or not predicated solely upon the federal securities laws, would, therefore, not be automatically enforceable in Singapore.

 

In making a determination as to enforceability of a foreign judgment, the Singapore courts generally need to be satisfied that the foreign judgment was final and conclusive and on the merits of the case, given by a court of law of competent jurisdiction, and was expressed to be for a fixed sum of money. However, the Singapore courts are generally unlikely to enforce a foreign judgment if (i) the foreign judgment was obtained by fraud; (ii) the proceedings in which the foreign judgment was obtained was not conducted in accordance with principles of natural justice; (iii) the enforcement of the foreign judgment would be contrary to the public policy of Singapore; (iv) the foreign judgment would conflict with earlier judgments from Singapore or earlier foreign judgments recognized in Singapore; or (v) the foreign judgment would amount to the direct or indirect enforcement of foreign penal, revenue or other public laws. Civil liability provisions of the federal and state securities law of the United States permit the award of punitive damages against us, our Directors and officers. The Singapore courts generally do not allow the enforcement of foreign judgments if it appears that such foreign judgments award damages (including exemplary or punitive damages) that are in excess of compensation for the actual loss or harm suffered by the relevant party, and generally would only allow enforcement on the part that reflects the relevant compensation for the actual loss or harm suffered by the relevant party. Accordingly, it is uncertain as to whether a judgment of the courts of the United States awarding such punitive damages would be regarded by the Singapore courts as being pursuant to foreign, penal, revenue or other public laws. Such determination has yet to be conclusively made by a Singapore court in a reported decision.

 

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USE OF PROCEEDS

 

We expect to receive approximately US$[10,200,000] of net proceeds from this offering after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses of approximately US$[1,800,000] payable by us. We will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the Ordinary Shares by the Selling Shareholders.

 

We currently intend to use proceeds from this offering in the following ways:

 

Product Research and Development — We intend to use 15% of the proceeds from the offering for product research and development, which underscores our commitment to innovation and long-term sustainability. We intend to foster the creation of new products, technologies, and processes, thereby staying at the forefront of industry trends and maintaining a competitive edge

 

Expansion of Supply Chain – We intend to use 20% of the proceeds from the offering to build and automate our supply chain through building facilities that can allow us to build certain key components of our products in-house.

 

Marketing and promotion campaigns — We intend to use 5% of the proceeds from the offering for marketing and promotion campaigns. This allocation reflects our commitment to expanding brand awareness, reaching new customers, and driving revenue growth through targeted marketing initiatives.

 

Working Capital — The balance amount, approximately 60% of the proceeds from the offering, will be used for general working capital and corporate purposes. The foregoing represents our current intentions based upon our present plans and business conditions to use and allocate the net proceeds of this offering. Our management, however, will have significant flexibility and discretion to apply the net proceeds of this offering. If an unforeseen event occurs or business conditions change, we may use the proceeds of this offering differently than as described in this prospectus. See “Risk Factors — You must rely on the judgment of our management as to the uses of the net proceeds from this offering, and such uses may not produce income or increase our share price.”

 

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CAPITALIZATION

 

The following table sets forth our capitalization as of April 30, 2024:

 

  ● on an actual basis; and
     
  ● on a pro forma as adjusted basis to reflect (i) the above; and (ii) the issuance and sale of [●] Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering at an initial public offering price of US$[●] per Class A Ordinary Share (being the mid-point of the initial public offering price range), after deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses payable by us.

 

The pro forma as adjusted information below is illustrative only, and our capitalization following the completion of this offering is subject to adjustment based on the actual net proceeds to us from the offering. You should read this table in conjunction with “Use of Proceeds,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and our consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this prospectus.

 

Shareholders’ Equity   Actual   As
adjusted(1)(2)
Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share, 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares authorized, [●] Class A Ordinary Shares outstanding on an actual basis, [●] Class B Ordinary Shares outstanding on an as adjusted basis   $           $          
Additional paid-in capital              
New additional paid-in capital              
– Retained earnings              
               
Total Shareholders’ Equity              
               
Indebtedness              
Bank borrowings              
Total Indebtedness              

 

 

(1)Reflects the sale of Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering (excluding any Class A Ordinary Share that may be sold as a result of the underwriter exercising its over-allotment option) at an assumed initial public offering price of $[●] per share, and after deducting the estimated underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses payable by us. The pro forma as adjusted information is illustrative only, and we will adjust this information based on the actual initial public offering price and other terms of this offering determined at pricing. Additional paid-in capital reflects the net proceeds we expect to receive, after deducting the underwriting discounts, estimated offering expenses payable by us and advisory fees. We estimate that such net proceeds will be approximately $[●].
(2)Assuming the underwriters do not exercise their over-allotment option.

 

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DILUTION

 

Investors purchasing our Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering will experience immediate and substantial dilution in the pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value of their Class A Ordinary Shares. Dilution in pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value represents the difference between the initial public offering price of our Class A Ordinary Shares and the pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value per share of our Class A Ordinary Shares immediately after the offering.

 

Historical net tangible book value per share represents our total tangible assets (total assets excluding goodwill and other intangible assets) less total liabilities, divided by the number of outstanding Class A and Class B Ordinary Shares. After giving effect to the sale of Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering by the Company at an initial public offering price of US$[●] per share, after deducting US$[●] in underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company of approximately US$[●], the pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value as of April 30, 2024 would have been approximately US$[●] or US$[●] per share. This represents an immediate increase in pro forma as adjusted net tangible book value of US$[●] per share to our existing stockholders and an immediate dilution of US$[●] per share to new investors purchasing Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering.

 

The following table illustrates this dilution on a per share basis to new investors.

 

   US$ 
Assumed initial public offering price per share   [●] 
Historical net tangible book value per share as of April 30, 2024   [●] 
Increase in as adjusted net tangible book value per share attributable to the investors in this offering   [●] 
Pro forma net tangible book value per share after giving effect to this offering   [●] 
Dilution per share to new investors participating in this offering   [●] 

 

A US$1.0 increase (decrease) in the assumed initial public offering price of US$[●] per Class A Ordinary Share, which is the midpoint of the price range set forth on the cover page of this prospectus, would increase (decrease) the as adjusted net tangible book value per share by US$[●], and increase (decrease) dilution to new investors by US$[●] per share, in each case assuming that the number of shares offered by us, as set forth on the cover page of this prospectus, remains the same and after deducting underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses payable by us. If the underwriters exercise in full their option to purchase additional Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering, the as adjusted net tangible book value after the offering would be US$[●] per share, the increase in net tangible book value to existing shareholders would be US$[●] per share, and the dilution to new investors would be US$[●] per share, in each case assuming an initial public offering price of US$[●] per share, which is the midpoint of the price range set forth on the cover page of this prospectus.

 

The following table summarizes, on a pro forma and a post restructuring, as adjusted basis as of April 30, 2024, the differences between existing shareholders and the new investors with respect to the number of Class A Ordinary Shares purchased from us, the total consideration paid and the average price per Class A ordinary share before deducting the estimated commissions to the underwriter and the estimated offering expenses payable by us.

 

  

Ordinary Shares

(Class A and Class B) purchased

   Total consideration   Average price per Ordinary 
   Number   Percent   Amount   Percent   Share 
   ($ in thousands) 
Existing shareholders         %  $      %  $  
New investors   

 

     %  $      %  $  
Total                %  $              %  $        

 

The pro forma as adjusted information as discussed above is illustrative only. Our net tangible book value following the completion of this offering is subject to adjustment based on the actual initial public offering price of our Class A Ordinary Shares and other terms of this offering determined at the pricing.

 

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DIVIDENDS AND DIVIDEND POLICY

 

While we currently have no plans to distribute dividends, in the event we consider distributing a dividend in the future, our Board shall take into account, among other things, the following factors when deciding whether to propose a dividend and in determining the dividend amount: (a) operating and financial results; (b) cash flow situation; (c) business conditions and strategies; (d) future operations and earnings ; (e) taxation considerations; (f) interim dividend paid, if any; (g) capital requirement and expenditure plans; (h) interests of shareholders; (i) statutory and regulatory restrictions; (j) any restrictions on payment of dividends; and (k) any other factors that our Board may consider relevant. The payment of dividends, in certain circumstances is also subject to the approval of our Shareholders, the Companies Act and our Memorandum and Articles of Association as well as any other applicable laws. Currently, we do not have any predetermined dividend distribution ratio. In addition, our shareholders may by ordinary resolution declare a dividend, but no dividend may exceed the amount recommended by our board of Directors. Under the Companies Act, a Cayman Islands company may pay a dividend out of either profit or share premium account, provided that in no circumstances may a dividend be paid if this would result in the company being unable to pay its debts as they fall due in the ordinary course of business.

 

Even if our Board decides to pay dividends, the form, frequency and amount will depend upon our future operations and earnings, capital requirements and surplus, general financial condition, contractual restrictions and other factors that the Board may deem relevant. In addition, we are a holding company and depend on the receipt of dividends and other distributions from our subsidiaries to pay dividends on our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

There are no foreign exchange controls or foreign exchange regulations under current applicable laws of the various places of incorporation of our significant subsidiaries that would affect the payment or remittance of dividends.

 

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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

 

The following discussion and analysis of the Company’s financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the section of this prospectus titled “Summary Financial Information” and the Company’s consolidated financial statements and related notes appearing elsewhere in this prospectus. In addition to historical information, this discussion and analysis here and throughout this prospectus contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. The Company’s actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including, but not limited to, those set forth under “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this prospectus.

 

Overview

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (the “Company”) is an investment holding company incorporated on March 7, 2024 under the laws of the Cayman Islands. The Company through its subsidiary assembling and commercialization of such advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products. Using its patented microsphere-assisted technology, the Company can significantly increase the magnification of existing traditional optical microscope by up to 4 times compared to its competitors, hence allowing clients to see beyond the optical limit in an effective manner. Currently, it is the only commercially available advanced optical microscope that can see below the 200nm optical limit, within a commercially viable working distance.

 

Our business is primarily involved on the assembling and commercialization of advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes. Our product range includes microscopy solutions, featuring:

 

  i) Super-resolution imagers capable of achieving imaging down to 137 nm;
  ii) Specialized microscopes designed to meet the diverse needs of various industries; and
  iii) Three-dimensional (3-D) real-time image magnifiers for enhanced visualization.

 

Traditional optical microscopes are able to see up to 220 nm, while our solution allows users to see up to 137 nm. As a result, we believe that this is considered by the optical industry as a super resolution optical microscopy solution.

 

In addition to our hardware offerings, we currently provide complimentary proprietary software, which is developed in-house. This software includes Artificial Intelligent (“AI”) components that allows our customers to perform recognition patterns for research, quality assurance and control (“QA/QC”), as well as diagnostics purposes. The in-house software is meticulously crafted to complement our product line ensuring seamless integration and optimized its performance for our customers.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and October 31, 2024, the provision of microscopy products contributed to 99.8% and 80.9% of our revenue, respectively.

 

We distribute our microscopy products with software solutions through an extensive network of distributors, primarily in Singapore and expanding across regions such as Southeast Asia and South Asia. Our microscopy solutions accommodate a diverse range of applications enabling us to serve a wide range of customer needs and capitalize on emerging growth opportunities in the region. Our diverse customer base primarily includes industries with usage in fields such as manufacturing, research & development, biomedical, semiconductors, Printed Circuit Board (“PCB”), electronics, precision engineering, injection molding, research, healthcare, quality assurance and control (“QA/QC”), and diagnostics. Our business strategic focus involves strengthening our market position in Singapore and progressively expanding into the Southeast Asian region.

 

We believe in our strong corporate culture which emphasizes the creation of shareholder value. In the six months period ended October 31, 2024, business in Singapore contributed to 32.1% of our Group’s revenue. For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, our revenue was S$365,415. For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, our revenue was S$63,129. This is a decrease of 82.7% in revenue. Our net loss and accumulated deficit was S$1,535,175 and S$6,205,397, respectively, for October 31, 2023, while our net loss and accumulated deficit was S$2,019,092 (US$1,526,234) and S$9,049,158 (US$6,840,259) for October 31, 2024. This signifies an increase of 31.5% and 45.8% for net loss and accumulated deficit.

 

Key Factors Affecting the Results of Our Group’s Operations

 

Our operating results are primarily affected by those factors set out in the section headed “Risk Factors” in this prospectus and those set out below:

 

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Supply chain interruptions

 

Supply chain interruptions pose significant challenges to businesses, impacting operations, production, and ultimately, the ability to meet customer demand. We conduct a comprehensive analysis of the supply chain to identify potential vulnerabilities and points of failure. This includes assessing dependencies on critical suppliers, geographical risks, transportation logistics, and regulatory compliance issues. The Group will strengthen relationships with key suppliers through open communication, collaboration, and regular performance evaluations. We develop robust contingency plans to address potential supply chain disruptions, including natural disasters, geopolitical events, trade disputes, and pandemics. These plans include clear protocols and procedures for activating contingency measures swiftly and effectively when disruptions occur. By proactively addressing supply chain interruptions and implementing risk management strategies, businesses can enhance our resilience and mitigate the impact of disruptions on operations and customer satisfaction.

 

Fluctuations in material prices and quantities

 

Fluctuations in material prices and quantities can significantly affect the cost of assembling microscopy products. To mitigate these impacts, we implement effective inventory management practices, optimizing levels based on demand forecasts and lead times. Maintaining adequate buffer stocks helps offset sudden price increases or supply shortages. Additionally, we continuously assess cost reduction strategies such as process optimization and exploring alternative materials or components with similar performance at lower costs. These measures not only reduce overall production costs but also enhance our resilience to price fluctuations. By implementing these strategies, we can better manage our susceptibility to market volatility, strengthening our competitiveness and ensuring sustained performance in the market.

 

Pricing and profitability

 

Setting the right pricing strategy for our microscopy products is crucial for generating revenue and achieving profitability. We provide the software as a complimentary product to our microscopy products. Other factors such as market demand, tight competition, product differentiation, and perceived value all influence our pricing decisions. Balancing affordability with profitability is essential to attract customers while maximizing our returns. Similarly, choosing the right distribution channels for selling microscopy equipment can impact sales volume, reach, and profitability. While we previously marketed through direct channels such as our in-house sales team and organic growth through inbound calls, mail and social media., we now market through indirect channels, such as distributors, and while it provides broader market coverage, we are currently uncertain as to whether it may or may not result in lower margins due to many other external macro-factors in play such as competitors, innovation within the optical industry as well as the general economic environment.

 

Compliance with health, and safety regulations

 

Compliance with health and safety regulations is paramount to our business operations, as non-compliance can lead to penalties and reputational damage. We closely monitor existing regulations and proactively adapt our practices to ensure compliance. Additionally, we stay vigilant regarding new and evolving laws and regulations that may impact our operations. To mitigate the risks associated with regulatory changes, we maintain robust internal controls and processes focused on compliance with health and safety regulations. This includes conducting regular audits, implementing training programs for employees, and engaging with regulatory authorities to stay informed about emerging requirements. By prioritizing compliance with health and safety regulations and staying abreast of regulatory developments, we aim to safeguard our business against potential penalties and reputational harm while fostering a safe and sustainable operating environment.

 

Inflation

 

Inflation can drive the prices of raw materials and components used in our microscopy products upwards. This increase in material costs can be attributed to various factors, including supply chain disruptions, and fluctuations in commodities prices. Energy prices, particularly crude oil prices, can impact transportation and production costs as well. Overall, we may face higher procurement costs for essential components and materials as well as elevated expenses for transportation, energy and labor. To mitigate the effects of inflation on material costs and profit margins, we will continuously assess cost reduction strategies, including exploring alternative sources of materials.

 

Critical Accounting Policies

 

The significant accounting policies which we believe are the most critical to aid in fully understanding and evaluating our reported financial results are described below. Refer to “Note 2 — Summary of significant accounting policies” to the consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this prospectus for more detailed information regarding our critical accounting policies.

 

Revenue recognition

 

The Company follows the revenue requirements of Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) (“Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 606”). The core principle underlying the revenue recognition of this ASC allows the Company to recognize revenue that represents the transfer of goods and services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expect to be entitled in such exchange. This will require the Company to identify contractual performance obligations and determine whether revenue should be recognized at a point in time or over time, based on when control of goods and services transfers to a customer.

 

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To achieve that core principle, the Company applies the five-step model to recognize revenue from customer contracts. The five-step model requires that the Company (i) identify the contract with the customer, (ii) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (iii) determine the transaction price, including variable consideration to the extent that it is probable that a significant future reversal will not occur, (iv) allocate the transaction price to the respective performance obligations in the contract, and (v) recognize revenue when (or as) the Company satisfies the performance obligation.

 

Revenues are generally recognized upon the transfer of control of promised products or services provided to our customers, reflecting the amount of consideration we expect to receive for those products or services.

 

We currently generate our revenues from the following main sources:

 

Sales of microscopes and parts

 

The Company sells microscopes and parts. Revenue is recognized when the goods are delivered to the customer and all criteria for acceptance have been satisfied. The goods are often sold with a right of return.

 

The amount of revenue recognized is based on the transaction price, which comprises the contractual price. Based on the Company’s experience with similar types of contracts, variable consideration is typically constrained and is included in the transaction only to the extent that it is a highly probable that a significant reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

 

At the end of each reporting date, the Company updates its assessment of the estimated transaction price, including its assessment of whether an estimate of variable consideration is constrained. The corresponding amounts are adjusted against revenue in the period in which the transaction price changes. The Company also updates its measurement of the asset for the right to recover returned goods for changes in its expectations about returned goods.

 

The Company has elected to apply the practical expedient to recognize the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an expense when incurred where the amortization period of the asset that would otherwise be recognized is one year or less.

 

Income taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under FASB ASC 740. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the consolidated financial statements carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets are also provided for net operating loss carryforwards that can be utilized to offset future taxable income.

 

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period including the enactment date. A valuation allowance is established, when necessary, to reduce net deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. Current income taxes are provided for in accordance with the laws of the relevant taxing authorities.

 

The provisions of FASB ASC 740-10-25, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes,” prescribe a more-likely-than-not threshold for consolidated financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken (or expected to be taken) in a tax return. This interpretation also provides guidance on the recognition of income tax assets and liabilities, classification of current and deferred income tax assets and liabilities, accounting for interest and penalties associated with tax positions, and related disclosures.

 

The Company did not accrue any liability, interest or penalties related to uncertain tax positions in its provision for income taxes for the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, and six months ended October 31, 2024. The Company does not expect that its assessment regarding unrecognized tax positions will materially change over the next 12 months.

 

Critical accounting estimates

 

The discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. These principles require us to make certain estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in our consolidated financial statements.

 

The useful life and impairment of long-lived assets

 

The judgment that the long-lived assets, which include property and equipment, are being amortized over their useful lives and are not impaired are significant accounting estimates. We have estimated the useful life and residual value and concluded that no impairment loss was recognized as of April 30, 2023 and 2024 and October 31, 2024.

 

Collectability of account receivables

 

We maintain an allowance for estimated credit losses inherent in its accounts receivable portfolio. In establishing the required allowance, management considers historical losses adjusted to take into account current market conditions and the Company’s customers’ financial condition, the receivable amount in dispute, and the current receivables aging and current payment patterns, over the contractual life of the receivable. The Company writes off the receivable when it is determined to be uncollectible.

 

Collectability of note receivables

 

We keep a close observation on the collection of note receivables to maintain an allowance for estimated credit losses inherent in the note receivables portfolio. To establish the required allowance, management considers historical losses, taking into account current market conditions and the borrower’s financial conditions to calculate the loss given default and probability of default for estimates on credit losses. The company writes off the receivable when it is deemed to be uncollectable.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

A discussion of recent accounting pronouncements is included in “Note 2—Summary of Significant Accounting Policies to our audited consolidated financial statements” included elsewhere in this prospectus.

 

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Results of Operations

 

Comparison of Six Months Periods Ended October 31, 2024 and 2023

 

The following table summarizes the consolidated results of our operations for the six months periods ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively:

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
Revenue     63,129       47,720       365,415       276,217       (302,286 )     (228,497 )     -82.7 %
Costs of products sold     (128,052 )     (96,795 )     (403,677 )     (305,139 )     275,625       208,344       -68.3 %
                                      -       -       0.0 %
Employee benefits expense     (1,154,747 )     (872,874 )     (833,810 )     (630,277 )     (320,937 )     (242,597 )     38.5 %
Research and Development expenses     (149,493 )     (113,002 )     (86,940 )     (65,718 )     (62,553 )     (47,284 )     71.9 %
Depreciation expenses     (95,602 )     (72,266 )     (106,009 )     (80,132 )     10,407       7,866       -9.8 %
Operating lease expenses     (70,281 )     (53,126 )     (66,878 )     (50,553 )     (3,403 )     (2,573 )     5.1 %
Other operating expenses     (536,561 )     (405,587 )     (496,087 )     (374,992 )     (40,474 )     (30,595 )     8.2 %
Loss from operations     (2,071,607 )     (1,565,930 )     (1,627,986 )     (1,230,594 )     (443,621 )     (335,336 )     27.2 %
                                                         
Non-operating income:                                                        
Other income     57,431       43,413       115,702       87,459       (58,271 )     (44,046 )     -50.4 %
Interest expense     (4,916 )     (3,717 )     (22,891 )     (17,303 )     17,975       13,586       -78.5 %
Total non-operating income, net     52,515       39,696       92,811       70,156       (40,296 )     (30,460 )     -43.4 %
                                                         
Loss before income tax expense     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )     (1,535,175 )     (1,160,438 )     (483,917 )     (365,796 )     31.5 %
Income tax expense     -       -       -       -       -       -       0.0 %
Net loss     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )     (1,535,175 )     (1,160,438 )     (483,917 )     (365,796 )     31.5 %
                                                         
Other comprehensive income:                                                        
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of income tax     -       -       -       -       -       -       0.0 %
Total comprehensive   loss     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )     (1,535,175 )     (1,160,438 )     (483,917 )     (365,796 )     31.5 %
                                                         
Basic and diluted loss per  share to ordinary shareholders     (0.08 )     (0.06 )     (0.07 )     (0.05 )     (0.01 )     (0.01 )     14.3 %

 

Comparison of Years Ended April 30, 2024 and 2023

 

The following table summarizes the consolidated results of our operations for the year ended April 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively:

 

   For Years Ended April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
Revenue   1,882,803    1,380,848    650,797    488,163    1,232,006    892,685    189.3%
Costs of products sold   (985,099)   (722,472)   (536,169)   (402,180)   (448,930)   (320,292)   83.7%
                                    
Employee benefits expense   (1,851,971)   (1,358,236)   (1,323,686)   (992,897)   (528,285)   (365,339)   39.9%
Research and Development expenses   (90,566)   (66,421)   (26,956)   (20,220)   (63,610)   (46,201)   236.0%
Depreciation expenses   (176,713)   (129,602)   (195,641)   (146,750)   18,928    17,148    -9.7%
Operating lease expenses   (136,781)   (100,316)   (102,136)   (76,612)   (34,645)   (23,704)   33.9%
Other operating expenses   (1,144,802)   (839,598)   (508,427)   (381,371)   (636,375)   (458,227)   125.2%
Loss from operations   (2,503,129)   (1,835,797)   (2,042,218)   (1,531,867)   (460,911)   (303,930)   22.6%
                                    
Non-operating income:                                   
Other income   186,828    137,020    399,461    299,636    (212,633)   (162,616)   -53.2%
Interest expense   (43,543)   (31,935)   (25,066)   (18,802)   (18,477)   (13,133)   73.7%
Total non-operating income, net   143,285    105,085    374,395    280,834    (231,110)   (175,749)   -61.7%
                                    
Loss before income tax expense   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)   (1,667,823)   (1,251,033)   (692,021)   (479,679)   41.5%
Income tax expense   -    -    -    -    -    -    - 
Net loss   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)   (1,667,823)   (1,251,033)   (692,021)   (479,679)   41.5%
                                    
Other comprehensive income:                                   
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of income tax   -    -    -    -    -    -    - 
Total comprehensive loss   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)   (1,667,823)   (1,251,033)   (692,021)   (479,679)   41.5%
                                    
Basic and diluted loss per share to ordinary shareholders   (0.10)   (0.07)   (0.08)   (0.06)    (0.02 )     (0.01 )     25.0 %

 

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Revenue

 

We provide services through sales of microscopes and parts. The following table provides financial information for each of these operating groups:

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
Revenue:                                          
Sales of microscopes and parts     51,054       38,592       364,785       275,741       (313,731 )     (237,149 )     -86.0 %
Services     12,075       9,127       630       476       11,445       8,651       1,816.7 %
Total     63,129       47,719       365,415       276,217       (302,286 )     (228,498 )     -82.7 %
                                                         
Revenue as a percentage of total:                                                        
Sales of microscopes and parts     80.9 %     80.9 %     99.8 %     99.8 %                        
Services     19.1 %     19.1 %     0.2 %     0.2 %                        
Total     100.0 %     100.0 %     100.0 %     100.0 %                        

 

   For Years Ended April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
Revenue:                                   
Sales of microscopes and parts   1,881,663    1,380,012    650,797    488,163    1,230,866    891,849    189.1%
Services   1,140    836    -    -    1,140    836    N/A 
Total   1,882,803    1,380,848    650,797    488,163    1,232,006    892,685    189.3%
                                    
Revenue as a percentage of total:                                   
Sales of microscopes and parts   99.9%   99.9%   100.0%   100.0%               
Services   0.1%   0.1%   0.0%   0.0%               
Total   100.0%   100.0%   100.0%   100.0%               

 

The principal activities of the Company for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 was sales of microscopy solutions, products and accessories. Our revenue for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 was S$63,129 (approximately US$47,719) and S$365,415 (approximately US$276,217), respectively, representing a decrease of 82.7%. This reduction in revenue was primarily attributed to diversification of customer base in the region, with the price of the products remaining largely unchanged. In addition, we have zero returns for our products for the six months periods ended October 31, 2024 and 2023.

 

The principal activities of the Company for the years ended April 30, 2024 and 2023 was the same as the six months periods ended 31 October, 2024 and 2023. Our revenue for the years ended April 30, 2024 and 2023 was S$1,882,803 (approximately US$1,380,848) and S$650,797 (approximately US$488,163), respectively, representing an increase of 189.3%. This surge in revenue was primarily attributed to a rise in demand for our products with the increase in reach to the region, with the price of the products remaining largely unchanged. The increase in revenue is due to our largest customer that comprise of 43% and 73% of revenue for the years ended April 30, 2023 and April 30, 2024, respectively; the largest customer for the year ended April 30, 2023 and April 30, 2024 is different. For the year ending April 30, 2023 and April 30, 2024, the largest customer is neither related to the Company nor to the shareholders of the Company. In addition, we have zero returns for our products for the years ended April 30, 2024 and 2023.

 

Other Income

 

The following table provides financial information for the different types of Other Income:

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                           
Interest income     5832       4408       1       1       5,831       4,407       583100.0 %
Government Grants     30,889       23,350       66,098       49,963       (35,209 )     (26,613 )     -53.3 %
Gain on disposal of property and equipment     -       -       -       -       -       -       0.0 %
Other     20,710       15,655       49,603       37,495       (28,893 )     (21,840 )     -58.2 %
                                                         
Total     57,431       43,413       115,702       87,459       (58,271 )     (44,046 )     -50.4 %

 

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   Years Ended April 30,
   2024  2023  Variance
   SGD  USD  SGD  USD  SGD  USD  % Change
                      
Interest income   2.0    1.0    2.0    1.5    —    (0.5)   0.0%
Government Grants   116,542    85,473    361,842    271,418    (245,300)   (185,945)   -67.8%
Gain on disposal of property and equipment   —    —    14,776    11,083    (14,776)   (11,083)   -100.0%
Other   70,284    51,546    22,841    17,133    47,443    34,413    207.7%
                                    
Total   186,828    137,020    399,461    299,636    (212,633)   (162,616)   -53.2%

 

Our Other Income showed a decrease of S$58,271 (approximately US$44,046) or 50.4% from S$115,702 (approximately US$87,459) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 to S$57,431 (approximately US$43,413) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024, This was primarily attributable to a decrease in government grants of S$35,209 (approximately US$26,613) or 53.3% from S$66,098 (approximately US$49,963) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 to S$30,889 (approximately US$23,350) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024.

 

For the year ended April 30, 2023 to April 30, 2024, there was a decrease of S$212,633 (approximately US$162,616) or 53.2% from S$399,461 (approximately US$299,636) to S$186,828 (approximately US$137,020), This was primarily attributable to a decrease in government grants of S$245,300 (approximately US$185,945) or 67.8% from S$361,842 (approximately US$271,418) for the year ended April 30, 2023 to S$116,542 (approximately US$85,473) for the year ended April 30, 2024.

 

Cost of sales

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                           
Tools and hardware and Production Labor     123,803       93,583       399,253       301,795       (275,450 )     (208,212 )     -69.0 %
Inward freight     4,249       3,212       4,424       3,344       (175 )     (132 )     -4.0 %
Total     128,052       96,795       403,677       305,139       (275,625 )     (208,344 )     -68.3 %

 

   For Years Ended April 30,
   2024  2023  Variance   
   SGD  USD  SGD  USD  SGD  USD  % Change
                      
Tools and hardware and Production Labor   975,748    715,614    534,044    400,586    441,704    315,028    82.7%
Inward freight   9,351    6,858    2,125    1,594    7,226    5,264    340.0%
Total   985,099    722,472    536,169    402,180    448,930    320,292    83.7%

 

Our cost of services comprises mainly tools and hardware, production labor and inward freight. Our total cost of sales decreased by S$275,625 (approximately US$208,344) or by 68.3% from S$403,677 (approximately US$305,139) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023, to S$128,052 (approximately US$96,795) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024. This was primarily attributable to a decrease of 69.0% in our purchase from S$399,253 (approximately US$301,795) in October 31, 2023 to S$123,803 (approximately US$93,583) in October 31, 2024. Such a decrease was in line with our decreased revenue due to diversification of customer base.

 

For the year ended April 30, 2023 to April 30, 2024, the total cost of sales increased by S$448,930 (approximately US$320,292) or by 83.7% from S$536,169 (approximately US$402,180) to S$985,099 (approximately US$722,472). This was primarily attributable to an increase of 82.7% in our purchase from S$534,044 (approximately US$400,586) in April 30, 2023 to S$975,748 (approximately US715,614) in April 30, 2024. The increase of 83.7% in cost of sales was due to our increased revenue of 189%. The increase in revenue is substantially higher than the increase in our cost of sales, as a result of the turn-key solutions that we have provided for our customers. This allowed the Company to price such turn-key solutions at a higher margin.

 

Payroll

 

As of April 30, 2023, and 2024 we have 20 and 24 employees, respectively, but as of October 31, 2024, the workforce consists of 25 full time employees. We enter into employment contracts with our full-time employees, which are not covered by collective bargaining agreements. The remuneration to our employees includes fixed salaries, performance-based bonuses, allowances and sales commissions for employees. We determine employees’ remuneration based on a number of factors including years of experience, qualifications and market rates.

 

Operating lease expenses

 

As of six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and October 31, 2024, the Company has three office premise lease agreements with lease terms ranging from two to three years, and has paid a sum of S$66,878 and S$70,281 for the expenses, respectively. The company has a non-cancellable lease for an office premise located at The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #04-01B, Singapore 118258 with a lease term extending over 3 years, which signify a longer commitment to this office space. As of April 30, 2024, the company entered to a lease agreement for office premises at The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #02-01 and #04-01B, Singapore 118258 with a lease term extending over 3 years.

 

As of April 30, 2023 and April 30, 2024, the Company has three office premise lease agreements with lease terms ranging from two to three years, and has paid a sum of S$102,136 and S$136,781 for the expenses, respectively. The company has a non-cancellable lease for an office premise located at The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #04-01B, Singapore 118258 with a lease term extending over 3 years, which signify a longer commitment to this office space. As of April 30, 2024, the company entered to a lease agreement for office premises at The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #02-01 and #04-01B, Singapore 118258 with a lease term extending over 3 years

 

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General and administrative expenses

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                           
Advertising fee and marketing cost     2,569       1,942       629       475       1,940       1,467       308.4 %
Commission                                                        
Consultancy fee     28,000       21,165       18,000       13,606       10,000       7,559       55.6 %
Professional and legal fees     24,751       18,709       22,200       16,781       2,551       1,928       11.5 %
Travelling expenses     71,063       53,717       64,406       48,684       6,657       5,033       10.3 %
Staff training     531       401       1,544       1,167       (1,013 )     (766 )     -65.6 %
Other expenses     409,647       309,653       389,308       294,279       20,339       15,374       5.2 %
Total     536,561       405,587       496,087       374,992       40,474       30,595       8.2 %

 

   For Years Ended April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
                             
Advertising fee and marketing cost   12,728    9,335    34,353    25,768    (21,625)   (16,433)   -62.9%
Commission   -    -    15,400    11,552    (15,400)   (11,552)   -100.0%
Consultancy fee   36,000    26,403    39,939    29,958    (3,939)   (3,555)   -9.9%
Professional and legal fees   44,868    32,906    74,129    55,604    (29,261)   (22,698)   -39.5%
Travelling expenses   136,651    100,220    60,444    45,339    76,207    54,881    126.1%
Staff training   10,394    7,623    16,911    12,686    (6,517)   (5,063)   -38.5%
Other expenses   904,161    663,111    267,251    200,464    636,910    462,647    238.3%
Total   1,144,802    839,598    508,427    381,371    636,375    458,227    125.2%

 

For the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, other operating expenses consist primarily of advertising fee and marketing cost, consultancy fee, professional and legal fees, travelling expenses, staff training and other expenses. Other expenses include accounting fee, bank service charges, entertainment and refreshment, exchange gain or loss, repairs and maintenance, management fee and others. Operating expenses increased by S$40,474 (approximately US$30,595), or 8.2% from S$496,087 (approximately US$374,992) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 to S$536,561 (approximately US$405,587) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024. The increase was primarily due to travelling and other expenses. This indicates the company sought to promote its products and services more aggressively in the market regionally, reflecting heightened administrative and operational activities as well as increased business travel or expansion initiatives undertaken by the company.

 

For the year ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, other operating expenses consist primarily of advertising fee and marketing cost, commission, consultancy fee, professional and legal fees, travelling expenses, staff training and other expenses. Other expenses include accounting fee, bank service charges, entertainment and refreshment, exchange gain or loss, repairs and maintenance, management fee and others. Operating expenses increased by S$636,375 (approximately US$458,227), or 125.2% from S$508,427 (approximately US$381,371) for the year ended April 30, 2023 to S$1,144,802 (approximately US$839,598) for the year ended April 30, 2024. The increase was primarily due to travelling and other expenses. This indicates the company sought to promote its products and services more aggressively in the market regionally, reflecting heightened administrative and operational activities as well as increased business travel or expansion initiatives undertaken by the company.

 

Finance expenses

 

Our finance expenses decreased by S$17,975 (approximately US$13,587) from S$22,891 (approximately US$17,303) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 to S$4,916 (approximately US$3,716) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024. Such decrease was primarily due to interest expenses from loans.

 

Our finance expenses increased by S$18,477 (approximately US$13,133) from S$25,066 (approximately US$18,802) for the year ended April 30, 2023 to S$43,543 (approximately US$31,935) for the year ended April 30, 2024. Such increase was primarily due to interest expenses from the loans full year impact in 2024 compared to the prior year.

 

Research and development expenses

 

The following table sets forth a breakdown of our research and development expenses for the periods indicated:

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                           
Research and Development Expenses     149,493       113,002       86,940       65,718       62,553       47,284       71.9 %
                                                         
Total Research and Development expenses     149,493       113,002       86,940       65,718       62,553       47,284       71.9 %

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance 
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
                                    
Research and Development Expenses   90,566    66,421    26,956    20,220    63,610    46,201    236.0%
                                    
Total Research and Development expenses   90,566    66,421    26,956    20,220    63,610    46,201    236.0%

 

Research and development expenses primarily consisted of testing and retrieval of relevant test reports. Research and development expenses increased by approximately 71.9%, from S$86,940 (US$65,718) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 to S$149,493 (US$113,002) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 due to an increase in testing expenses due to the purchase of additional equipment(s) and resource(s) for research and development as we continue to ramp up our research and development capabilities so as to enter new markets.

 

Nature of research and development expenses for the year ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 is similar to the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024 with an increase of approximately 236%, from S$26,956 (US$20,220) for the year ended April 30, 2023 to S$90,566 (US$66,421) for the year ended April 30, 2024 due to an increase in testing expenses due to the purchase of additional equipment(s) and resource(s) for research and development as we continue to ramp up our research and development capabilities so as to enter new markets.

 

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Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

Our primary source of liquidity has been cash generated from our business operations, proceeds from equity and debt financing, which have historically been sufficient to meet our working capital and capital expenditure requirements.

 

As of the six months period ending October 31, 2024, the Group had a net loss of S$2,019,092 (approximately US$1,526,234) and incurred a negative cashflow from operations of S$1,928,899 (approximately US$1,458,055), against a cash balance of S$231,655 (approximately US$175,108). This raises substantial doubt about our ability as a going concern.

 

To sustain our ability to support our ongoing activities, we considered supplementing our sources of funding through the following:

 

- Debt financing through private placement, including a shareholder loan amounting to a total of S$2 million (US$1.51 million);
     
- Equity financing through private placement or initial public offering; and
     
- Cash flow from operations through the sale of our products.

 

Management has commenced a strategy to raise debt and equity. If management is unable to successfully execute this plan, there will likely be a material adverse effect on our business.

 

    For six months periods ended October 31,  
    2024     2023     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                           
Liquidity and capital resources:                                                        
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year     2,312,107       1,747,722       54,097       40,892       2,258,010       1,706,830       4174.0 %
                                                         
Net cash used in operating activities     (1,928,899 )     (1,458,055 )     (1,484,779 )     (1,122,344 )     (444,120 )     (335,711 )     29.9 %
Net cash used in investing activities     (285,804 )     (216,039 )     (77,942 )     (58,916 )     (207,862 )     (157,123 )     266.7 %
Net cash generated from financing activities     134,251       101,480       2,267,022       1,713,642       (2,132,771 )     (1,612,162 )     -94.1 %
              0               0                          
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents     (2,080,452 )     (1,572,614 )     704,301       532,382       (2,784,753 )     (2,104,996 )     -395.4 %
                                                         
Cash and cash equivalents as at the end of the year     231,655       175,108       758,398       573,274       (526,743 )     (398,166 )     -69.5 %

 

   For Years Ended April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
                             
Liquidity and capital resources:                                   
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year   54,097    39,675    120,596    90,459    (66,499)   (50,784)   -55.1%
                                    
Net cash used in operating activities   (1,609,467)   (1,180,385)   (1,788,528)   (1,341,575)   179,061    161,190    -10.0%
Net cash used in investing activities   (1,652,300)   (1,211,797)   (187,888)   (140,935)   (1,464,412)   (1,070,862)   779.4%
Net cash generated from financing activities   5,519,777    4,048,206    1,909,917    1,432,629    3,609,860    2,615,577    189.0%
                                    
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents   2,258,010    1,656,024    (66,499)   (49,881)   2,324,509    1,705,905    -3495.6%
                                    
Cash and cash equivalents as at the end of the year   2,312,107    1,695,699    54,097    40,578    2,258,010    1,655,121    4174.0%

 

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On August 11, 2022, the Company has acquired a 5-year S$270,000 temporary bridging loan which expires in July 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 4.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Andrew Yeo Eng Sian (Chief Executive Officer) and Beh Hook Seng (Executive Chairman). As of October 31, 2024, the carrying amount of the bank loan was S$160,822 (US$121,565).

 

On November 1, 2022, the Company has acquired another 5-year S$500,000 secured fixed rate bank loan which expires in November 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 7.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Beh Hook Seng, Andrew Yeo Eng Sian, Wong Teck Far and Chua Jun Hao, David. As of October 31, 2024, the bank loan has been fully paid.

 

Cash Flows used in Operating Activities

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, net cash flow used in operating activities was S$1,928,899 (approximately US$1,458,055) compared to cash flow used in operations of S$1,484,779 (approximately US$1,122,344) during the six months period ended October 31, 2023. The increase in cash flow used in operations was primarily the result of payment to payables.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, net loss of S$2,019,092 (approximately US$1,526,234) adjusted for non-cash items which included depreciation S$95,602 (approximately US$72,266). This was offset against net cash outflow arising from the net change in operating assets and liabilities of S$75,690 (approximately US$57,215).

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, net loss of S$1,535,175 (approximately US$1,160,438) adjusted for non-cash item which included depreciation and fixed assets written off totaling S$106,700 (approximately US$80,654). This was offset against net cash outflow arising from the net change in operating assets and liabilities of S$123,181 (approximately US$93.114).

 

For the year ended April 30, 2024, net cash flow used in operating activities was S$1,609,467 (approximately US$1,180,385) compared to cash flow used in operations of S$1,788,528 (approximately US$1,341,575) during the year ended April 30, 2023. The decrease in cash flow used in operations was primarily the result of a decrease in Accounts Receivables, due to improvements in collections.

 

For the year ended April 30, 2024, net loss of S$2,359,844 (approximately US$1,730,712) adjusted for non-cash items which included depreciation and fixed assets written off totalling S$330,423 (approximately US$242,333). This was offset against net cash outflow arising from the net change in operating assets and liabilities of S$419,954 (approximately US$307,994).

 

For the year ended April 30, 2023, net loss of S$1,667,823 (approximately US$1,251,034) adjusted for non-cash item which included depreciation, gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment and fixed assets written off totalling S$182,341 (approximately US$136,774). This was offset against net cash outflow arising from the net change in operating assets and liabilities of S$303,046 (approximately US$227,315).

 

Cash Flows used in Investing Activities

 

Net cash used in investing activities was S$285,804 (approximately US$216,041) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024, as compared to S$77,942 (approximately US$58,916) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023.

 

Net cash used in investing activities for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 consisted of a loan to third-party, purchase of production equipment, computer and software, furniture and fittings, office equipment and renovation in the amount of S$285,804 (approximately US$216,041). On January 19, 2024, Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. (the “Lender”) entered into a loan agreement with PT Neura Integrasi Solusi (the “Borrower”) for the purposes of further business activities in Indonesia and working capital. A summary of the terms of the Loan Agreement is listed below:

 

  a. Principal outstanding and Interest: The outstanding principal is S$1,582,604 (approximately US$1,196,290) with an interest rate of 1% per annum to be payable on the due date.

 

Net cash used in investing activities for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 consisted of purchase of production equipment, computer and software, furniture and fittings, office equipment and renovation in the amount of S$17,382 (approximately US$13,139).

 

Net cash used in investing activities was S$1,652,300 (approximately US$1,211,797) for the year ended April 30, 2024, as compared to S$187,888 (approximately US$140,935) for the year ended April 30, 2023.

 

Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended April 30, 2024 consisted of a loan to third-party, purchase of production equipment, computer and software, furniture and fittings, office equipment and renovation in the amount of S$1,652,300 (approximately US$1,211,797). On January 19, 2024, Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. (the “Lender”) entered into a loan agreement with PT Neura Integrasi Solusi (the “Borrower”) for the purposes of further business activities in Indonesia and working capital. A summary of the terms of the Loan Agreement is listed below:

 

  a. Principal outstanding and Interest: The outstanding principal is S$1,530,982 (approximately US$1,122,822) with an interest rate of 1% per annum to be payable on the due date.

 

Net cash used in investing activities for the year ended April 30, 2023 consisted of proceeds from disposal of furniture and fittings in the amount of S$29,748 (approximately US$22,314), and offset by purchase of production equipment, computer and software, furniture and fittings, office equipment and renovation in the amount of S$217,636 (approximately US$163,249).

 

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

 

Net cash generated from financing activities was S$134,251 (approximately US$101,479) for the six months period ended October 31, 2024, as compared to S$2,267,022 (approximately US$1,713,642) for the six months period ended October 31, 2023.

 

Net cash generated from financing activities for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 consisted of proceeds from subscription monies in the amount of S$255,195 (approximately US$192,902), net advance from related party, Tonghuai Holdings Pte. Ltd., of S$412,670 (approximately US$311,937), and offset by repayments of borrowings of S$413,612 (approximately US$312,650) and deferred offering costs of S$120,002 (approximately US$90,710).

 

Net cash generated from financing activities for the six months period ended October 31, 2023 consisted of proceeds from subscription monies in the amount of S$2,109,255 (approximately US$1,594,386), net advance from related party, Tonghuai Holdings Pte. Ltd., of S$300,000 (approximately US$226,770), and offset by repayments of borrowings of S$73,034 (approximately US$55,206).

 

Net cash generated from financing activities was S$5,519,777 (approximately US$4,048,206) for the year ended April 30, 2024, as compared to S$1,909,917 (approximately US$1,432,629) for the year ended April 30, 2023.

 

Net cash generated from financing activities for the year ended April 30, 2024 consisted of proceeds from subscription monies in the amount of S$8,117,201 (approximately US$5,953,155), net advance from related party, Tonghuai Holdings Pte. Ltd., of S$2,229,247 (approximately US$1,634,929), and offset by repayments of borrowings of S$143,483 (approximately US$105,230) and deferred offering costs of S$224,694 (approximately US$164,790).

 

Net cash generated from financing activities for the year ended April 30, 2023 consisted of proceeds from borrowings of S$770,000 (approximately US$577,577), proceeds from subscription monies in the amount of S$180,000 (approximately US$135,018), net advance from related party, Tonghuai Holdings Pte. Ltd., of S$1,012,000 (approximately US$759,101), and offset by repayments of borrowings of S$52,083 (approximately US$39,067).

 

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Working Capital

 

As of the six months period ending October 31, 2024, the Group’s incurred a negative cashflow from operations of S$1,928,899 (approximately US$1,458,055), against a cash balance of S$231,655 (approximately US$175,108).

 

As of the year ending April 30, 2024, the Group’s incurred a negative cashflow from operations of S$1,609,467 (approximately US$1,180,385), against a cash balance of S$2,312,107 (approximately US$1,695,699).

 

Discussion of Certain Balance Sheet Items

 

The following table set forth selected information from our consolidated balance sheets as of October 31, 2024 and April 30, 2024. This information should be read together with our consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this prospectus.

 

Account payables

 

    As of,  
    October 31, 2024     April 30, 2024     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
                                                         
Account payables     5,898       4,458       293,908       222,165       (288,010 )     (217,707 )     -98.0 %

 

   As of April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
                                    
Account payables   293,908    215,552    91,094    68,329    202,814    147,223    222.6%

 

Account payables decreased by S$288,010 (approximately US$217,707) from S$293,908 (approximately US$222,165) to S$5,898 (approximately US$4,458) as of April 30, 2024, to October 31, 2024, respectively. The turnover days is 17 days as of October 31, 2024 and 109 days as of April 30, 2024. This decrease reflects our ongoing efforts to manage our payables efficiently as we grow and expand our operations. We remain focused on managing our accounts payable efficiently to support our financial stability and growth objectives in the future.

 

Account payables increased by S$202,814 (approximately US$147,223) from S$91,094 (approximately US$68,329) to S$293,908 (approximately US$215,552) as of April 30, 2023, to April 30, 2024, respectively. The turnover days is 109 days as of April 30, 2024 and 80 days as of April 30, 2023. This decrease reflects our ongoing efforts to manage our payables efficiently as we grow and expand our operations. We remain focused on managing our accounts payable efficiently to support our financial stability and growth objectives in the future.

 

Account receivables

 

    As of,  
    October 31, 2024     April 30, 2024     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
Account receivables, before allowance for doubtful accounts     56,796       42,932       436,196       329,721       (379,400 )     (286,789 )     -87.0 %
Accounts Receivables                                                        
(1 - 90 days)     13,421       10,145       210,397       159,039       (196,976 )     (148,894 )     -93.6 %
Accounts Receivables                                                        
(91 - 180 days)     -       -       (57,888 )     (43,758 )     57,888       43,758       -100.0 %
Accounts Receivables                                                        
Over 180 days     43,375       32,787       283,687       214,439       (240,312 )     (181,652 )     -84.7 %

 

   As of April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
                                    
Account receivables, before allowance for doubtful accounts   436,196    319,906    569,235    426,984    (133,039)   (107,078)   -23.4%
Accounts Receivables   210,397    154,305    548,203    411,208    (337,806)   (256,903)   -61.6%
(1 - 90 days)                                   
Accounts Receivables   (57,888)   (42,455)   -    -    (57,888)   (42,455)   N/A 
(91 - 180 days)                                   
Accounts Receivables                                   
Over 180 days   283,687    208,056    21,032    15,776    262,655    192,280    1248.8%

 

Typically, we provide up to 30 days credit terms for our customers.

 

Account receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts decreased by S$376,615 (approximately US$284,683) from S$412,589 (approximately US$311,876) to S$35,974 (approximately US$27,193) as of April 30, 2024, to October 31, 2024, respectively. The turnover days is 208 days and 80 days as of October 31, 2024 and April 30, 2024, respectively. An increase in accounts receivable and turnover days is as a result customer base where government bodies tend to take longer to pay. As of January 31, 2025, US$44,641 of the US$33,744 remains to be collected.

 

Account receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts decreased by S$135,614 (approximately US$108,615) from S$548,203 (approximately US$411,208) to S$412,589 (approximately US$302,593) as of April 30, 2023, to April 30, 2024, respectively. The turnover days is 80 days and 307 days as of April 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. A decrease in accounts receivable and turnover days is as a result prompt payments made by customers. As of September 30, 2024, US$17,084 of the US$319,906 remains to be collected.

 

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Lease Liabilities

 

    As of,  
    October 31, 2024     April 30, 2024     Variance        
    SGD     USD     SGD     USD     SGD     USD     % Change  
Current Liabilities                                                        
Lease liabilities – current     136,090       102,870       132,786       100,373       3,304       2,497       2.5 %
                                                         
Non-current liabilities                                                        
Lease liabilities – non-current     16,478       12,456       85,360       64,524       (68,882 )     (52,068 )     -80.7 %
                                                         
Total lease liabilities     152,568       115,326       218,146       164,897       (65,578 )     (49,571 )     -30.1 %

 

   As of April 30, 
   2024   2023   Variance     
   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   SGD   USD   % Change 
Current Liabilities                                   
Lease liabilities – current   132,786    97,385    90,315    67,746    42,471    29,639    47.0%
                                    
Non-current liabilities                                   
Lease liabilities – non-current   85,360    62,603    77,121    57,848    8,239    4,755    10.7%
                                    
Total lease liabilities   218,146    159,988    167,436    125,594    50,710    34,394    30.3%

 

Total lease liabilities comprise current lease liabilities and non-current lease liabilities.

 

The total borrowings of the Group decreased by S$65,578 (approximately US$49,571) from S$218,146 (approximately US$164,897) to S$152,568 (approximately US$115,326) as of April 30, 2024, to October 31, 2024, respectively.

 

The total borrowings of the Group increased by S$50,710 (approximately US$34,394) from S$167,346 (approximately US$125,594) to S$218,146 (approximately US$159,988) as of April 30, 2023, to April 30, 2024, respectively.

 

Leases represented three property lease agreements with lease terms ranging from 2 years to 3 years. The existing lease payable represents the remaining lease period which will end in the year 2026.

 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

 

We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditure or capital resources that is material to investors.

 

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HISTORY AND CORPORATE STRUCTURE

 

As at the date of this prospectus, our Group is comprised of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary PTPL.

 

Corporate Structure

 

Our Company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on March 7, 2024, under the Companies Act as an exempted company with limited liability. Our authorized share capital is currently US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares with par value US$0.0001 per share.

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company proceeded with an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

The Reorganization involved the transfer of 100% of the equity interests in Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. from its original shareholders Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited. Consequently, Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited became the ultimate holding company of all the entities mentioned above.

 

The Reorganization has been accounted for as a recapitalization among entities under common control since the same controlling shareholders controlled all these entities before and after the Reorganization. The consolidation of the Company and its subsidiary has been accounted for at historical cost and prepared on the basis as if the transactions had been effective as of the beginning of the first period presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Results of operations for the periods presented comprise those of the previously separate entity combined from the beginning of the period to the end of the period eliminating the effects of intra-entity transactions.

 

Organization Chart

 

The chart below sets out our corporate structure post re-organization.

 

 

Entities

 

A description of our principal operating subsidiaries is set out below.

 

PTPL

 

On February 22, 2017, PTPL was incorporated in Singapore as a private company limited by shares. It commenced business on February 22, 2017 and is engaged in the sale and development of microscopy equipment, and its related software.

 

As part of a group reorganization on November 29, 2024, PTPL became a wholly owned subsidiary of our Company.

 

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BUSINESS

 

Overview

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (the “Company”) is an investment holding company incorporated on March 7, 2024 under the laws of the Cayman Islands. The Company through its subsidiary assembling and commercialization of such advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products. Using its patented microsphere-assisted technology, the Company can significantly increase the magnification of existing traditional optical microscope by up to 4 times compared to its competitors, hence allowing clients to see beyond the optical limit in an effective manner. Currently, it is the only commercially available advanced optical microscope that can see below the 200nm optical limit, within a commercially viable working distance.

 

Our business is primarily involved in the assembling and commercialization of advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes. Our product range includes microscopy solutions, featuring:

 

  i) Super-resolution imagers capable of achieving imaging down to 137 nm.
  ii) Specialized microscopes designed to meet the diverse needs of various industries; and
  iii) Three-dimensional (3-D) real-time image magnifiers for enhanced visualization.

 

Traditional optical microscopes are able to see up to 250nm, while our solution allows users to see up to 137nm. As a result, we believe that this is considered by the optical industry as a super resolution optical microscopy solution.

 

In addition to our hardware offerings, we currently provide complimentary proprietary software, which is developed in-house. This software includes Artificial Intelligent (“AI”) components that allows our customers to perform recognition patterns for research, quality assurance and control (“QA/QC”), as well as diagnostics purposes. The in-house software is meticulously crafted to complement our product line ensuring seamless integration and optimized its performance for our customers.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023 and October 31, 2024, the provision of microscopy products contributed to 99.8% and 80.9% of our revenue, respectively.

 

We distribute our microscopy products with software solutions through an extensive network of distributors, primarily in Singapore and expanding across regions such as Southeast Asia and South Asia. Our microscopy solutions accommodate a diverse range of applications enabling us to serve a wide range of customer needs and capitalize on emerging growth opportunities in the region. Our diverse customer base primarily includes industries with usage in fields such as manufacturing, research & development, biomedical, semiconductors, Printed Circuit Board (“PCB”), electronics, precision engineering, injection molding, research, healthcare, quality assurance and control (“QA/QC”), and diagnostics. Our business strategic focus involves strengthening our market position in Singapore and progressively expanding into the Southeast Asian region.

 

We believe in our strong corporate culture which emphasizes the creation of shareholder value. In the six months period ended October 31, 2024, business in Singapore contributed to 32.1% of our Group’s revenue. We also believe that our financial results reflect our strong market position. For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, our revenue was S$63,129. For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, our revenue was S$365,415. This is a reduction of 82.7% in revenue.

 

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Our Products

 

Below are our products which are presently on sale:

 

 

 

 

 

Our Optonano series offers super-resolution imaging down to 137nm and high-speed data acquisition. It enables users to view live and still images with ease, and is capable of high-magnification with its 100x lens and super-resolution (“Optonano Lens”) applications to construct high-quality image of larger sample areas. Additionally, its in-built auto focus is deployed on the camera setting to allow users to achieve optimized imaging automatically on target observation.

 


 

 

 

Our PT-Industrial (“PT-I”) series is used for material study, failure analysis, simple measuring, quality control, inspection and manufacturing. It possesses several observation methods, including images produced by uniformly illuminating the sample so as to allow the specimen to appear as a dark image against a brightly lit background (“Brightfield”), images that are produced by using scattered light outside of the lens to observe the surface of an image against a dark background (“Darkfield”), the utilization of polarized lights between filters to enhance the color demonstration of images for better identification of the image’s material (“Polarization”), the conversion of phase shifts through varying brightness for observing transparent samples through delaying the different light wavelengths when it passes through the transparent sample (“Phase contrast”) and the usage of polarized light to convert phase delays into changes in intensity for viewing opaque samples ((“Differential Interference Contrast) (“DIC”)), providing high-resolution imaging and advanced observation techniques for different samples. Further, the hardware can also be customized to address the needs of the customers. This allows us to develop solutions for niche markets, where existing solutions either do not address, and/or too expensive because they are built for a broader generic market. Our solutions are also able to be integrated into existing systems to allow for more seamless operational efficiency for our customers.

 

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Our PT-Metrology (“PT-M”) series offers quick dimensional measurements with a single key operation. The Double Telecentric Optical Lens ensures accurate measurement across the entire depth of field without focusing multiple times. Additionally, its motorized Z-Axis and XY Stage provides a Z-Axis Travel Range up to 200mm and image sensor up to 20MP CMOS, with a field of view up to 500mm x 400mm, and a loading capacity up to 20kg. Lastly, the one key measurement function via an intuitive interface allows any operator to take accurate measurements with ease.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our PT-Biology (“PT-B”) series is developed to address specialized images needed in the biomedical sector, especially in pathology. It is equipped with infinity plan achromatic objectives and wide field eyepieces, with Brightfield, Phase Contrast and Polarization observation methods. Its built-in field diaphragm, adjustable brightness, high image contrast, and 40-1600x Magnification Range is specifically designed for use in the biomedical industry which required transmission light to observe the sample.

 

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Our PT-Stereo (“PT-S”) series is our specialized system internally developed for quality assurance and control application. The series is a stereo microscope designed to provide clear magnified stereoscopic images that amplify solid or thick samples. With a long working distance of 110mm and wide zoom range from 0.7x - 6.3x, this series offers real-time image observation, while its adjustable and customizable bottom and top light-emitting diode (“LED”)light sources provides better imaging. This is a 3D microscopy that is commonly used for QA/QC inspections.

 

 

 

 

Our PT-Zoom (“PT-Z”) series provides three-dimensional magnified view of samples to enhance visualization for our users. The series offers motorized 360° 3D real-time image observation, allowing the sample to be observed in all directions, while the long working distance ensures a large field of view, providing high-definition imaging quality using adjustable front and side LED light sources. Additionally, its adjustable rotation speed and continuous zoom allows for observation at multiple angles.

 

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Functionality Testing, Inspection of Equipment and Quality Control

 

Our company has established a quality control and assurance system for the manufacture of our microscopy equipment.   This quality inspection has resulted in the company achieving ISO 9001/14001/45001 certification in July 20, 2023. The exhaustive list for our quality control and assurance system includes but is not limited to:

 

  (a) Selection of components from third party suppliers. All of our key components are from reputable company with at least 10 years of track record in the market.
     
  (b) Quality checks on incoming components from third party suppliers. For example, we build in-house inspection tools to verify critical incoming components’ quality.
     
  (c) Post-manufacturing testing and inspection. For example, all outgoing equipment (depending on the respective model) will need to undergo a series of quality inspections through life sample imaging, accuracy check on the tolerance using master gauges, repeatability test, as well as functional test. Upon successfully passing the test, a certification number will be attached to the equipment. Prior to shipping, an equipment check list will be processed to ensure all parts and components are in place.

 

Our Customers

 

Our main customers can be categorized into three main groups:

 

  - Manufacturing companies – Our customers in this category are often using our solutions to provide better quality assurance and control for the products they are manufacturing. This would include usage in fields such as Printed Circuit Boards, electronics, precision engineering, injection molding and QA/QC.
     
  - Biomedical service providers – Our end-customers purchase our systems to provide services to their end customers such as hospitals, clinics etc. This will include usage in healthcare and diagnostics.
     
  - Research and development (“R&D”) institutions – For R&D institutions, such as research facilities and universities, we provide our systems to enable their research and innovation activities and assist their researchers and engineers to see small objects in higher resolution.

 

Sales and Marketing

 

Our sales and marketing team consists of 7 full-time employees based in Singapore. Our Executive Director, Tay Beng Boon, oversees our sales and marketing department. We believe that we have a dedicated sales and marketing team providing top-notch services to customers in Southeast Asia, Europe, and America. Our sales team consists of staff who specialize in handling queries from potential customers, and who possess unique industry knowledge, able to identify customer’s needs and requirements.

 

We actively promote our platform and elevate brand visibility through a combination of online and offline branding initiatives and business development activities. Participation in prominent exhibitions both in Singapore and internationally, including events such as Laser World of Photonics, Lux Photonics Consortium, and SEMICON SEA 2022, serves as a key strategy for showcasing our diverse range of microscopy equipment. Additionally, word-of-mouth referrals from our satisfied customers and established business contacts constitute another significant avenue for marketing. We attribute the success of this channel to the exemplary services provided by our high-caliber sales staff, resulting in positive customer reviews and referrals, ultimately enhancing brand awareness. The trust garnered from our clientele often leads to further recommendations within their social networks and repeat business for additional microscopy equipment or related needs. Our commitment to investing resources in these marketing efforts remains unwavering as we strive to maintain and expand our brand presence.

 

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Sales Process Flow

 

The process flow pertaining to our sales business activities can be described as follows:

 

Just in time (“JIT”) mode for standard model:

 

For standard products, the company emphasizes JIT delivery to minimize the inventory from supplier to distributors to end customers. We utilize our original equipment manufacturer (“OEM”) supplier or in-house assembly line upon receiving an order. The typical lead time from order to delivery ranges between 4to 6 weeks. We work closely with local distributors to store a minimum of specific fast flowing model in specific countries, basing on market research and customers’ needs.

 

Reaching out to the customers:

 

The company works with reputed Japanese distributors to penetrate the Japanese market. Similar strategies are applied for the Korea market.

 

The Southeast Asia region is unique with most of the countries speaking their own languages and having their own unique business culture. We reach out to these respective countries through local consultants of the Company, in countries such as Indonesia and Philippines, as well as local distributors that understand the local culture. Concurrently, we are building local teams within each country to support the local distributors in for growth and after sales services.

 

Application Team

 

The company works with local customers to understand their challenges in the workflow processes or the capabilities of existing solutions in market. After understanding the challenges from these customers, we offer full end-to-end customized solutions to address the problem faced by our clients. We augment our standard product ranges with our applications team to meet unique customers demand for creative solutions to their problems.

 

Competition

 

The microscopy equipment industry is growing and increasingly competitive. We compete with competitors who have well-recognized brands for the same pool of potential customers. We also believe that some of our competitors may be better funded or better connected than us. These includes Keyence Corp. (TYO:6861) whereby their IM Series and VHX Series is similar to our products, Nikon Corp. (TYO:7731) whereby their LV Series and ECLIPSE Series is similar to our products, Olympus Corp. (TYO: 7733) whereby their MX Series, DSX Series and CX Series is similar to our products and Hirox Co. Ltd, whereby their HRX Series is similar to our products. Nonetheless, we believe that we are well positioned to compete in the industry because of (i) our strong and stable relationships with our suppliers and customers, (ii) our experienced management team, (iii) our integrated software solutions within our product portfolio; (iv) our innovative and turn-key solutions; (v) our adaptive business model; and (vi) our reliable after-sales support.

 

Competitive Strengths

 

We have strong and stable relationships with our suppliers and customers

 

Ever since we started our business in 2017, we have emphasized developing strong and stable business relationships with our key suppliers and customers. Especially our supplier relationship who have been with us throughout the whole journey of development. Which some have become our shareholders over the time. For the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, our top 5 customers accounted for 85.7% and 99.9% of total revenue, respectively.

 

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We have an experienced management team

 

Our proficient management team, under the leadership of Mr. Andrew Yeo, who serves as our Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, has played a pivotal role in driving the expansion of our Group. Mr. Yeo, with over two decades of expertise in the technology sector, assumes a key role in shaping and implementing our Group’s business strategies and overseeing customer relationships. He is ably assisted by Mr. Tay Beng Boon, our Chief Operation Officer, charged with enhancing operational effectiveness, leading product research and development, and overseeing services within the company. Mr. Tay brings with him over 25 years of engineering experience across various industries, including semiconductors, heavy industry, water, energy, waste management, and clean technology. Furthermore, our Group is advantaged by a well-experienced management team with significant expertise in providing solutions in the area of microscopy. Further details can be found in the section titled “Management — Executive Directors and Officers” for additional information.

 

We have integrated our software solutions within our product portfolio.

 

Having integrated our proprietary software into our microscopic hardware products, we have combined cutting-edge hardware with advanced software functionalities, creating a synergistic ecosystem that enhances overall product performance. Our software solutions enable precise control, automation, and data analysis, empowering users with a comprehensive toolkit for scientific research and analysis. Not only does this improve the efficiency of our microscopic hardware, but our integration also provides a distinct edge in terms of versatility and adaptability, ensuring that our products remain at the forefront of technological innovation, giving us a competitive advantage in meeting evolving customer needs.

 

We provide turn-key solutions.

 

We specialize in delivering turn-key solutions by developing products with features that precisely target our customers’ key needs, avoiding unnecessary expenses. Additionally, our commitment goes beyond selling off-the-shelf items; we offer turnkey computer vision implementations that are tailored to solve our customers’ specific challenges, providing comprehensive and customized solutions for their unique requirements.

 

We provide reliable after-sales support.

 

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the point of sale, as we understand the importance of seamless customer experiences. We take pride in offering reliable after-sales support to ensure that our customers receive comprehensive assistance and satisfaction long after their purchase. Our dedicated support team comprises of experts with in-depth knowledge of our microscopy products, as well as our software development team, which stand ready to address any queries, troubleshoot issues, and provide guidance on optimal product utilization for our customers.

 

Business Strategies

 

We intend to strengthen our market position in the microscopy equipment industry by implementing the following business strategies and plans.

 

Expand business and operations through joint ventures and/or strategic alliances in the Southeast Asia Market

 

We plan to strategically expand into Southeast Asia countries, in particular Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam to enhance existing customer support and broaden our global presence. Currently, we have already deployed manpower into Indonesia and Philippines, with the intention to setup a sales office in these countries. Additionally, we are developing strong distribution networks through partnership with distributors in Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, China, South Korea and Philippines. By establishing a foothold in diverse international markets, we aim to better understand and cater to the unique needs of our customers in those regions. This expansion not only allows us to provide more localized and personalized support but also facilitates quicker response times and streamlined services.

 

Strengthening our global presence via marketing

 

Looking ahead, the Company plans to broaden its marketing approach. This involves a shift to digital marketing in markets in Southeast Asia, China, Taiwan, and Korea, leveraging increased brand awareness gained from our earlier physical marketing efforts in these regions. Additionally, we aim to expand our physical presence beyond Asia-Pacific, targeting the Middle East, USA, and Europe through relevant exhibitions, focusing on brand recognition.

 

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Widening our product range 

 

The Company intends to continue its development and evolution in the following ways:

 

  1. Continuous improvements to our current products to meet our existing or potential customers’ requirements. The Company have six (6) series of products to cover the current market. Currently, all products belong to both desktop and standalone series, with the majority of these products intended for industries application. End customers have provided valuable feedback on new applications which have allowed us to add in new analytics software for the new application required on the ground. For example, our software is currently capable of artificial intelligence (“AI”) analysis on material composite, 3D analysis and measurement of materials, detail surface profile analysis.
     
  2. New product series development.

 

  - The Company is releasing their 2nd series of products for bio-medical applications by September 2024 Targeting the customers and application in the field of digital pathology. We will be providing both hardware and software solutions to cover the needs in digital pathology for cancer cell analysis. Solutions include AI component to speed up the analysis. It is a total solution to speed up the cancer diagnosis and treatment which will help to save lives.
     
  - The Company is working with a Korean leading microscopy company in developing a series of products using Optical Coherence Tomography technology. This new product allows both surface analysis of material and penetration analysis of the material below its surface. This gives a detailed 3D understanding of the test material. As part of the agreement, the Company will provide our lens and artificial intelligence software capabilities, while the Korean company will provide their technology in optical interference photoacoustic technology into the collaboration. This development is co-sponsored by both Singapore and Korea governments. The development is expected to be completed by December 31, 2026.

 

Real Property

 

A description of the Company’s leased real properties are as follows:

 

Location   Usage   Lease Period   Rent (per month)   Approximate area (sq m)
The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #02-01, Singapore 118258   Office   January 1, 2024 to December 14, 2025   S$ 3,132.70   92.41
The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #04-01B, Singapore 118258   Design and Assembly   January 1, 2024 to December 14, 2025   S$ 4,436.15   130.86
The Curie Singapore Science Park Unit #04-01A, Singapore 118258   Design and Assembly   January 1, 2023 to December 14, 2025   S$ 4,144.61   122.26

 

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Impact of COVID-19 on our business and operations

 

Impact on our Group

 

During the pandemic, the introduction of COVID-19 Act and its restrictions posed significant challenges to our company as our business operations involved physical demonstrations of our products to potential customers. The most significant hurdle encountered during the pandemic was the inability to personally showcase our microscopy products to customers. As a microscopy company specializing in revealing small-scale observations, ranging from micron to nanometer levels, the absence of face-to-face interactions and the limited use of virtual meetings before the pandemic presented a challenge in demonstrating the capabilities of our systems.

 

Throughout the pandemic period, there were also travel and visiting restrictions which hindered our client/suppliers relationships. To overcome this obstacle, we transitioned to remote collaboration with our customers. They sent us their samples for microscopy inspections, enabling us to conduct analyses and share digital captures with them for verification. This approach not only facilitated continued engagement with local customers but also expanded our reach to regional customers.

 

Additionally, the restrictions on international travel and lockdown measures have impeded the timely delivery of essential components and materials required for manufacturing microscopy equipment. Disruptions in global supply chains have led to delays in production, increased lead times, and difficulties in maintaining a consistent inventory, thereby impacting the company’s ability to meet customer demands. To combat this, we further enhanced our distributor network to establish a stronger local presence and gain a deeper understanding of the market. These distributors play a crucial role in providing language support, particularly in key growing markets such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines. This strategic expansion allowed us to better serve customers in these regions and effectively navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic.

 

The Group has also adopted control measures to protect our staff and customers from outbreaks of infectious diseases, such as requiring our staff to wear personal protective equipment (such as face masks and gloves) during interaction with customers.

 

We will continue to work closely with our customers to ensure that the impact of the COVID-19 is minimized to its fullest extent.

 

Our Group has implemented precautionary measures to safeguard our employees, workers, and customers from infectious disease outbreaks. These measures align with guidelines issued by the Ministry of Manpower (“MOM”) outlining best practices for workplaces in Singapore. This includes the mandatory use of personal protective equipment (such as face masks and gloves) by our staff who interact with customers, along with regular monitoring of our stock of protective equipment for both staff and workers.

 

In the event that any of our staff is suspected or confirmed to have contracted COVID-19, we may need to temporarily halt operations, quarantine the affected personnel, disinfect the impacted facilities, and appropriately redistribute manpower. We remain committed to closely collaborating with our customers to minimize the impact of such incidents arising from unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, we will implement our business contingency plans in mutual agreement with our customers to mitigate any potential disruptions effectively.

 

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Awards and Certifications

 

Certifications

 

We have obtained the bizSAFE Level 3 certification from the Workplace Safety and Health Council, which recognizes that we have conducted risk assessments for every work activity and process in our workplace. We have also obtained ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications, with the accreditations provided by the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand and the audit completed by EQA IMS Certification Pte. Ltd.. This demonstrates our commitment to quality management, environment management and occupational health and safety.

 

Awards

 

We have been honored with a prestigious array of awards that underscore our commitment to excellence and innovation in our industry. These accolades serve as a testament to the hard work, dedication, and forward-thinking approach of our team. Notable among these recognitions are the Titan Business Award for the Most Innovative Company of the Year 2023 by International Awards Associate Inc, a private entity; the Stevie Award for Innovation in Technology Development in 2023 presented by Stevie Awards Inc, a private entity; Singapore SME500 Awards in 2023, presented by the Singapore Association of Trade and Commerce, a trade association; Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Award 2023, presented by the Charlton Media Group, a private entity; and Top 10 Start-Ups of 2022 by CIO Outlook, presented by APAC CIO Outlook, a private entity. Our Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Yeo, has also received the Microscopy Technology CEO of the Year in 2023 by APAC Insider, presented by AI Global Media. These awards are awarded based on a qualitative assessment of our company (except for the Singapore SME Awards which are awarded for enterprising small companies with a turnover of less than S$50 million), validating our ongoing pursuit of quality and customer satisfaction. As we continue to evolve and strive for excellence, these accolades inspire us to maintain the highest standards in all aspects of our business operations.

 

The awards are based on the relevant qualifications stated in the table below:

 

Award   Year   Awarding Organization   Qualification
Titan Business Award for the Most Innovative Company of the Year 2023   2023   International Awards Associate Inc  

Recognizes companies who demonstrate innovations in Designs, Campaigns, Technology, Services & Solutions, and Organizational Excellence

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Stevie Award for Innovation in Technology Development   2023   Stevie Awards Inc   Recognizes company in their innovation in technology development, management, planning, and implementation.
Singapore SME500 Awards   2023   Singapore Association of Trade and Commerce   Recognizes Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that have been developed and managed effectively, performed well in its fiscal years, instilled and maintained business excellence in its operations. Apart from business excellence, the award honors leading businesses that have proven its success within relating industries, boasting abilities and capabilities to expand and internationalize.
Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Award 2023   2023   Charlton Media Group   Recognizes companies in Singapore that are riding the digital disruption wave and leading the technological revolution and digital journeys of their respective industries
Top 10 Start-Ups of 2022 by CIO Outlook   2022   APAC CIO Outlook   Selected to highlight some of the key developments in the startup space in Singapore and how Singapore’s startup scene has experienced significant growth in recent years, despite the pandemic-driven market limitations.
Microscopy Technology CEO of the Year in 2023   2023   APAC Insider   Recognizes and congratulates hardworking CEOs dedicated to innovation and success in the Asia-Pacific region.

 

Inventory

 

For our microscopy equipment sales, we maintain an inventory of individual components of the products, as well as the final assembled products which are in demand with our customers and hence easier to sell.

 

As of October 31, 2024, and April 30, 2024, we had inventories of S$156,525 (approximately US$118,317) and S$187,584 (approximately US$141,795), respectively.

 

Intellectual Property

 

Our Group’s intellectual property rights are important to its business. As of the date of this prospectus, the Group is presently in the process of registering one trademark in respect of its logo.

 

Phaos’ patented “microsphere-assisted technology” is based on one patent and one patent pending that has been filed for the protection of our core technology.

 

As stated above, the patent “Membrane for Retaining a Microsphere” (Patent No 11201801542U) has been granted patent in Singapore to the National University of Singapore, which is exclusively licensed to Phaos Technology Pte Ltd. The patent will expire on August 27, 2036.

 

Additionally, Phaos has applied for patent “A Microsphere Holder”. We have currently applied for and are waiting to be granted patent protection in Singapore, USA and China. The status of the patent application are as follows:

 

Country   Application No.   Current Status   Most recent action

Singapore

 

 

11202111259R

 

 

Granted patent (Patent No 11202111259R), patent publication date December 19, 2024

 

 

N/A.

 

China

 

 

202080029874.3

 

 

Granted patent (Patent No: ZL202080029874.3), patent publication date September 24, 2024

 

 

N/A

U.S.

 

17/602,038

 

Current status - Granted patent (Patent No 12,228,717), patent publication date February 18, 2025.

 

N/A

 

These patents cover the way that our microscope systems holds the microsphere within our microscopes to achieve the enhanced resolution The patents are currently used in the ON200, ON200+ and the PTI product lines.

 

As of the date of this prospectus, the Group has registered the following domain name:

 

Domain Name   Registered Owner   Registration Date   Expiry Date
www.phaostech.com   Phaos Technology Pte Ltd   August 12, 2023   August 12, 2026

 

We were not involved in any proceedings with regard to, and we have not received notice of any claims of infringement of, any intellectual property rights that may be threatened or pending, in which we may be involved either as a claimant or respondent.

 

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Research and Development

 

Below are some of the research and development activities our Company is presently working on.

 

1.Improving Working Distance of Microsphere-assisted Microscope

 

The Company is currently working on a new series of microsphere lens with improved working distance. This high resolution lenses with long working distance will provide a new dimension and breakthrough in the market for high resolution observation and analysis.

 

2.3D Analysis Solution Microscopy Development.

 

The Company is working on a new product range that allows both surface analysis of material and allows for penetration analysis of the material below its surface.

 

3.Fully Automated Zoom Microscopy.

 

We are enhancing our product range to improve on the microscopy zoom functionality, by developing automated zoom capability, so as to improve accuracy.

 

4.Solution for digital pathology for cancer cell analysis.

 

We are embarking on the development of an end-to-end hardware and software system that helps to shorten the cancer diagnosis process and will allow us to build a bridge between traditional microscopy to future leading technologies.

 

5.AI analysis and Cloud computing

 

We are currently developing new AI and cloud computing capabilities in image processing, recognition, anomaly detection and other various AI capabilities. We aim to develop these capabilities to help reduce the manpower workload and reduce reliance on human judgement. We also look to improve our hardware capabilities to support a more seamless and quicker AI performance for critical decision-making optical systems.

 

Employees

 

We employed 30 people as of January 31, 2025, who were located in Singapore, Indonesia and Philippines.

 

The following table sets forth the breakdown of our full-time employees.

 

Function 

Number of

employees

 
Management   4 
Finance   2 
Human Resource    2  
IT   3 
Sales & Marketing    12  
Operations   7 
Total    30  

 

Our employees are not covered by collective bargaining agreements. We consider our labor practices and employee relations to be good.

 

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Insurance

 

We maintain commercial all risks property insurance policies covering our business premises in accordance with customary industry practice; as well as insurance policies covering heads of liability such as workmen’s compensation, public liability, and contractors’ all risk as required from time-to-time by our clients. We carry work injury and medical insurance for our employees, in compliance with applicable regulations. We will continue to review and assess our risk portfolio and make necessary and appropriate adjustments to our insurance practices to align with our needs and with industry practice in Singapore and in the markets in which we operate.

 

Litigation and Other Legal Proceedings

 

We and our subsidiaries have been and may from time to time be involved in various legal proceedings and claims in the ordinary course of business, including contractual disputes and other commercial disputes. As of the date of this prospectus, we are not a party to any significant proceedings in Singapore. We are not aware of any legal proceedings of which we are a party outside of Singapore.

 

REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT

 

This section sets forth a summary of the material laws and regulations that affect our Group’s business and operations in Singapore. Information contained in this section should not be construed as a comprehensive summary nor detailed analysis of laws and regulations applicable to the business and operations of our Group. This overview is provided as general information only and not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. You should consult your own advisers regarding the implication of the laws and regulations of Singapore on our business and operations.

 

Laws and Regulations Relating to Our Business in Singapore

 

Employees

 

Employment Act

 

The Employment Act 1968 of Singapore, or the Singapore EA, sets out the basic terms and conditions of employment and the rights and responsibilities of employers as well as employees. The EA extends to all employees, with the exception of certain groups of employees.

 

The Singapore EA prescribes certain minimum conditions of service that employers are required to provide to their employees, including (i) minimum days of statutory annual and sick leave; (ii) paid public holidays; (iii) statutory protection against wrongful dismissal; (iv) provision of key employment terms in writing; and (v) statutory maternity leave and childcare leave benefits. In addition, certain statutory protections relating to overtime and hours of work are prescribed under the Singapore EA, but only apply to limited categories of employees, such as an employee (other than a workman or a person employed in a managerial or an executive position) who receives a salary of up to S$2,600 a month (“relevant employee”). Section 38(8) of the Singapore EA provides, amongst others, that a relevant employee is not allowed to work for more than 12 hours in any one day except in specified circumstances, such as where the work is essential to the life of the community, defense or security. In addition, section 38(5) of the Singapore EA limits the extent of overtime work that a relevant employee can perform, to 72 hours a month.

 

Other employment-related benefits which are prescribed by law include (i) contributions to be made by an employer to the Central Provident Fund (“CPF”), under the Central Provident Fund Act 1953 of Singapore in respect of each employee who is a citizen or permanent resident of Singapore; (ii) the provision of statutory maternity, paternity, childcare, adoption, unpaid infant care and shared parental leave benefits (in each case subject to the fulfilment of certain eligibility criteria) under the Child Development Co-savings Act 2001 of Singapore; (iii) statutory protections against dismissal on the grounds of age, and statutory requirements to offer re-employment to an employee who attains the prescribed minimum retirement age, under the Retirement and Re-employment Act 1993 of Singapore; and (iv) statutory requirements relating to work injury compensation and workplace safety and health, under the Work Injury Compensation Act 2019 of Singapore (“WICA”) and the Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006 of Singapore (“WSHA”), respectively.

 

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Employment of Foreign Workers in Singapore

 

The employment of foreign workers in Singapore is governed by the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act 1990 of Singapore (“EFMA”) and regulated by the MOM.

 

In Singapore, under Section 5(1) of the EFMA, no person shall employ a foreign employee unless the foreign employee has a valid work pass from the Controller of Work Passes appointed by the MOM to issue such work passes, which allows the foreign employee to work for him in Singapore. Section 5(6) of the EFMA provides that any person who contravenes Section 5(1) of the EFMA shall be guilty of an offence and shall: (a) be liable on conviction to a fine of at least S$5,000 and not more than S$30,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both; and (b) on a second or subsequent conviction be punished with a fine of at least S$10,000 and not more than S$30,000 and with imprisonment for a term of not less than one month and not more than 12 months in the case of an individual; or be punished with a fine of at least S$20,000 and not more than S$60,000, in any other case.

 

The availability of the foreign workers to various sectors is also regulated by the MOM through, amongst others, the following policy instruments:

 

(i)approved source countries;

 

(ii)the imposition of security bonds and levies;

 

(iii)dependency ceilings based on the ratio of local to foreign workers; and

 

(iv)quotas based on the man year entitlements (“MYE”) in respect of workers from Non-Traditional Sources (“NTS”) and the PRC.

 

Various categories of work passes may be issued by the Controller of Work Passes under the Employment of Foreign Manpower (Work Passes) Regulations 2012 (“EFMR”), including amongst others the work permit, the S Pass and the employment pass. The work permit is issued to, amongst others, semi-skilled migrant workers in the construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard, process, or services sector. The S Pass is issued to skilled foreign workers who, amongst others, must earn a salary of at least S$3,150 a month in all sectors except the financial services sector, while skilled foreign workers in the financial services sector must earn a salary of at least S$3,650 a month to qualify. From 1 September 2025, the minimum monthly salary requirement for S Pass applicants will be raised to S$3,300, with a higher minimum qualifying salary requirement of S$3,800 for S Pass applicants in the financial services sector. The employment pass is issued to foreign professionals, managers and executives who meet the eligibility criteria, and applicants must earn a salary of at least S$5,000 a month in order to qualify, with applicants in the financial services sector needing to earn a salary of at least S$5,500 a month to qualify. The minimum qualifying salary requirements applicable to an applicant may increase with age.

 

The EFMR requires employers of work permit holders, inter alia, to:

 

(a)bear the costs for the medical treatment of the foreign employee, including any service, investigation, medicine, and medical consumable, among others, which are necessary for the medical treatment;

 

(b)provide safe working conditions and take such measures as are necessary to ensure the safety and health of the foreign employee at work;

 

(c)provide acceptable accommodation for the foreign employee, which must be consistent with the written laws, directives, guidelines, and circulars of the authorities;

 

(d)purchase and maintain medical insurance of at least S$60,000, with at least the first S$15,000 in aggregate of claims to be paid in full by the insurer.

 

The EFMR requires employers of S Pass holders, inter alia, to:

 

(a)bear the costs for the medical treatment of the foreign employee, including any service, investigation, medicine and medical consumable, among others, which are necessary for the medical treatment;

 

(b)purchase and maintain medical insurance of at least S$60,000, with at least the first S$15,000 in aggregate of claims to be paid in full by the insurer.

 

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The employment of work permit and S Pass holders are subject to foreign worker levies and quotas. The foreign worker levy generally depends on two factors: (a) the worker’s qualification and (2) the number of work permit or S Pass holders hired. The foreign worker quota imposes a maximum ratio of foreign employees to the total workforce that a company in a given sector can employ.

 

Before applying for work permits for its foreign workers, a company must first declare its business activity to the MOM using the MOM’s online service. After the company declares its business activity, the MOM will assign the company to the most relevant sector. Each sector has sector-specific rules in relation to the employment of foreign workers and the company’s sector will determine the number of work permit holders that it can employ. To declare its business activity, the company must have a CPF account, contribute CPF Funds for its local workers for at least one (1) month before declaring its business activity, and submit copies of the relevant licenses to the MOM. After a company submits the online application to declare its business activity, the MOM may request for additional information and documents to declare manufacturing as their business activity.

 

Workplace Safety and Health Act

 

The WSHA is administered by the MOM. Under the WSHA, every employer has the duty to take, so far as is reasonably practicable, such measures as are necessary to ensure the safety and health of his employees at work. These measures include providing and maintaining for the persons at work a work environment which is safe, without risk to health, and adequate as regards facilities and arrangements for their welfare at work, ensuring that adequate safety measures are taken in respect of any machinery, equipment, plant, article or process used by those persons, ensuring that those persons are not exposed to hazards arising out of the arrangement, disposal, manipulation, organization, processing, storage, transport, working or use of things in their workplace or near their workplace and under the control of the employer, developing and implementing procedures for dealing with emergencies that may arise while those persons are at work and ensuring that those persons at work have adequate instruction, information, training and supervision as is necessary for them to perform their work.

 

More specific duties imposed on employers are laid out in the Workplace Safety and Health (General Provisions) Regulations (“WSHR”). Some of these duties include taking effective measures to protect persons at work from the harmful effects of any exposure to any infectious agents or bio-hazardous material which may constitute a risk to their health.

 

Under the WSHA, inspectors appointed by the Commissioner for Workplace Safety and Health (“CWSH”) may, among others, enter, inspect and examine any workplace, to inspect and examine any machinery, equipment, plant, installation or article at any workplace, to make such examination and inquiry as may be necessary to ascertain whether the provisions of the WSHA are complied with, to take samples of any material or substance found in a workplace or being discharged from any workplace for the purpose of analysis or test, to assess the levels of noise, illumination, heat or harmful or hazardous substances in any workplace and the exposure levels of persons at work therein and to take into custody any article in the workplace which is relevant to an investigation or inquiry under the WSHA.

 

Workmen’s Compensation

 

The WICA, which is regulated by the MOM, applies to all employees in all industries who are engaged under a contract of service, except for independent contractors and the self-employed, domestic workers, and members of the Singapore Armed Forces, Singapore Police Force, Singapore Civil Defence Force, Central Narcotics Bureau and Singapore Prison Service. The WICA is in regard to injury suffered by them in the course of their employment and sets out, amongst others, the amount of compensation they are entitled to and the method(s) of calculating such compensation.

 

The WICA provides, amongst others, that the employer shall be liable to pay compensation under the WICA if personal injury is caused to an employee during the course of the employee’s employment with the employer. The WICA, read together with the Work Injury Compensation (Insurance) Regulations 2020, provides, amongst others, that employers are required to maintain work injury compensation insurance for all employees doing manual work regardless of salary level and non-manual employees earning S$2,600 or less a month (excluding any overtime payment, bonus payment, annual wage supplement, productivity incentive payment and any allowance however described), who are engaged under contracts of service (unless exempted).

 

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The WICA does not cover self-employed persons or independent contractors. However, the WICA provides that, where any person (referred to as the principal) in the course of or for the purpose of his trade or business contracts with any other person (referred to as the subcontractor employer), the principal may be directed by the Commissioner for Labour to fulfil the subcontractor employer’s obligations under the WICA in relation to any employee of the subcontractor employer employed in the execution of the work, such as to compensate those employees of the subcontractor employer who were injured while employed in the execution of work for the principal.

 

Under the WICA, if an employee dies or sustains injuries in a work-related accident or contracted occupational diseases in the course of the employment, the employer is generally liable to pay compensation in accordance with the provisions of the WICA. An injured employee is generally entitled to claim medical leave wages, medical expenses and lump sum compensation for permanent incapacity or death, subject to certain limits stipulated in the WICA.

 

Under the WICA, every employer is required to insure and maintain insurance under approved policies with an insurer against all liabilities which he may incur under the provisions of the WICA in respect of all employees employed by him, unless specifically exempted.

 

MANAGEMENT

 

The following table sets forth the names, ages and titles of our Directors and Executive Officers:

 

Name   Age   Title
Beh Hook Seng   53   Chairman and Executive Director
Andrew Yeo   45   Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director
Tay Beng Boon   51   Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director
Gan Hong Loon   40   Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director
Lionel Choong Khuat Leok   61   Independent Director Nominee
Wesley Yiu   30   Independent Director Nominee
Liu Yi, Louis   43   Independent Director Nominee
Erik Cheong Wei Kiat   35   Independent Director Nominee
Koh Boon Chiao   45   Independent Director Nominee

 

No arrangement or understanding exists between any such director or officer and any other persons pursuant to which any director or executive officer was elected as a director or executive officer. Our directors are elected annually at the board meeting and serve until their successors take office or until their death, resignation or removal. The Executive Officers serve at the pleasure of the Board.

 

Executive Directors and Officers:

 

Mr. Beh Hook Seng has been our Executive Director and Chairman since our Company’s inception. Mr. Beh is responsible for the overall business management of our Group. With comprehensive experience spanning three decades in revitalizing and restructuring companies, Mr. Beh’s financial expertise provides our Company with strategic oversight, ensuring the sustained growth and prosperity of our Group. Mr. Beh commenced his career at Standard Chartered Bank in 1990 as a senior business financial manager, focusing on identifying and sourcing deals in the financial markets while managing financial risk. In 2005, he ventured into Private Equity Fund Management, establishing CK Capital Management as a director. During his tenure, Mr. Beh orchestrated a series of highly profitable business acquisitions, resulting in their subsequent listing on various stock exchanges. Mr. Beh currently also serves as the director of Tonghuai Holdings Pte Ltd, a private equity investment firm headquartered in Singapore with a specialized focus on the Asian market since 2018.

 

Mr. Beh obtained a Diploma from Singapore Polytechnic in 1998.

 

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Mr. Andrew Yeo is the Chief Executive Officer and an Executive Director of our Company. Mr. Yeo has over 20 years of management experience across various industries, including mobile technology and security. Known for his sharp, resourceful, and passionate entrepreneurial spirit, Mr. Yeo’s strategic direction has propelled Phaos beyond Singapore’s borders, establishing a presence in key markets such as the US, Europe, China, and Japan, with plans for expansion into additional markets. From 2014 to 2019, Mr. Yeo served as the Assistant Director of NUS Enterprise, where he led the NUS Graduate Research Innovation Programme (GRIP), nurturing numerous successful deep-tech start-ups. Mr. Yeo’s tenure at our Company has led to numerous prestigious accolades, including the Singapore Business Review’s Technological Excellence Award, Stevie Award, and the APAC Insider’s CEO of the Year Award.

 

Mr. Yeo obtained a Master’s degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the National University of Singapore in 2008, and a Bachelors’ degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the National University of Singapore in 2003.

 

Mr. Tay Beng Boon is the Chief Operating Officer and an Executive Director of our Company. Mr. Tay oversees operational efficiency, product research and development, and services for our Company, and has over 25 years of engineering experience in diverse sectors including semiconductor, heavy industry, water, energy, waste, and clean technology. Mr. Tay is recognized for his ability to establish high-performing teams and drive strategic and technological transformations. Prior to joining our Company, Mr. Tay founded a startup in the heavy industry, wastewater treatment and clean technology sector, leading the company to achieve an annual turnover of over S$35 million, from 2008 to 2018.

 

Mr. Tay obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in B-tech Mechanical Engineering from the National University of Singapore, from 2007 to 2010.

 

Mr. Gan Hong Loon is the Chief Financial Officer and an Executive Director of our Company. Mr. Gan oversees financial functions such as corporate finance, accounting, and investor relations, and has over 15 years of corporate experience spanning the financial and technology sectors. Prior to joining our Company, Mr. Gan worked as a banker at Deutsche Bank and MUFG from July 2008 to March 2014 and March 2014 to February 2016, respectively, specializing in intricate transactions across the Asia Pacific region. Following this, he transitioned to a role in Aten, an India-focused family office and boutique advisory firm from February 2016 to February 2019, where he served clients including private equity funds, venture capitalists, and ultra-high net worth individuals.

 

Mr. Gan obtained a Bachelor of Accountancy from the Nanyang Technological University in 2008. He has passed 3 levels of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams and a Registered Management Consultant (RMC) in Singapore.

 

Independent Director Nominees:

 

Mr. Lionel Choong Khuat Leok is an Independent Director Nominee, with his appointment set to begin upon the Company’s listing on the NYSE American. Mr. Choong is presently an independent non-executive director and the audit committee chairman of MOXIAN INC (NASDAQ: MOXC), a role which he has held since May 2018. Mr. Choong is also the Acting CFO and Chief Accounting Officer since July 2015 at LOGIQ INC (formerly Weyland Tech Inc.) (Nasdaq: LGIQ) a company listed on the NASDAQ OTC-QX and Canadian NEO exchange (NEO: LGIQ). In his respective roles, Mr. Choong specializes in helping companies reorganize internally, combining people, systems and finance to position companies for funding opportunities. Mr. Choong also adds value to companies through providing guidance on transparency, accounting and other records, internal controls systems and corporate governance, helping companies achieve a greater valuation.

 

Mr. Choong graduated from the London Guildhall University in 1984 with a Bachelor of Arts in Accountancy, obtained a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Northwestern University in 2002, and obtained an Advanced Diploma in Corporate Finance from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales in 2002. Mr. Choong has been a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants since 1992, a fellow and is a member of the Hong Kong Securities Institute Limited

 

Mr. Wesley Yiu is an Independent Director Nominee. The independent director nominee’s appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American. Mr. Yiu is presently the Co-Founder and CEO of Noctua Games, a role which he has had since May 2024, where he specializes in helping game developers take their games to market. In his role, he has struck partnerships with leading game companies like Tencent, and raised over US$4 million via seed financing. From July 2017 to July 2021, Mr. Yiu served as the Co-Founder Group COO, and later Group CEO from July 2021 to April 2024 of ATTN Group, the largest gaming media group in South East Asia, where he facilitated the Groups’ overall revenues by 30% YoY doubled group’s gross margins from 15% to 30%, reduced operational losses in the company by 90% and raised a total of 20 million USD throughout Seed to Series B. From September 2016 to January 2018, Mr. Yiu served as the managing director of Fortius Distributions Indonesia, a distributor and marketing solutions provider in Indonesia.

 

Mr. Yiu graduated from the University of Warwick with a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry with Management) in 2016.

 

Mr. Liu Yi, Louis is an Independent Director Nominee. The independent director nominee’s appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American. Mr. Liu is presently the Founder and Director of DMC Consulting Pte. Ltd and MRI Moore’s Rowland LLP, a company based in Singapore that specialized in corporate secretarial, accounting and consulting services for North Asia clients. He is currently a qualified Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (“ACCA”) and Chartered Public Accountant (“CPA”) Singapore. Previously, Mr, Liu has held positions of listed companies on the Singapore Exchange, namely JES International Limited and 8Telcom International Holdings Pte. Ltd, where he is the Chairman of the Auditing Committee and a member of the Remuneration and Nominating Committees for both companies.

 

Mr. Liu graduated with a Degree in applied accounting in December 2006 with Oxford Brooks University.

 

Mr. Erik Cheong Wei Kiat is an Independent Director Nominee. The independent director nominee’s appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American. He is presently a Partner at Widus Partners. He previously served as CEO and Investor at GCL Global Holdings (Nasdaq: GCL), from June 2021 to July 2023, and as CIO and Investor at Titan Digital Media during the same period. Mr. Cheong also held roles as CEO (APAC) at OMNi SuperApp from July 2019 to June 2021, Co-Founder of Park N Parcel from April 2016 to December 2022, and Institutional Equities Dealer at Maybank Kim Eng Securities from June 2012 to June 2013, among other positions.

 

Mr. Cheong earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from University College Dublin in 2012 and a Diploma in Information Technology from Nanyang Polytechnic in 2009. He was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia in Consumer Technology and has received awards such as the National Youth Entrepreneurship Award. His work has been covered by media outlets including CNBC, Nikkei Asian Review, and The Straits Times.

 

Mr. Koh Boon Chiao is an Independent Director Nominee. The independent director nominee’s appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American. He is currently serving as Counsel at RCP Law LLC (August 2024 to present) and was previously Special Counsel at Mishcon de Reya LLP (January 2024 to July 2024). His prior roles include General Counsel at Yangzijiang Financial Holding Ltd. (May 2022 to December 2023), Head of Legal at EVYD Research Pte Ltd (October 2021 to April 2022) and Digitrade Fintech Pte Ltd (March 2021 to October 2021), Assistant General Counsel at MindChamps PreSchool Singapore Pte Ltd (August 2020 to March 2021), Head of Legal at ICHX Tech Pte Ltd (March 2019 to August 2020), Head of Legal at TenX Pte Ltd (March 2018 to February 2019), Assistant Vice President, Legal at Parkway Pantai Limited (July 2016 to February 2018), Senior Associate/Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP (October 2010 to July 2016), and Associate at Shook Lin & Bok LLP (May 2006 to October 2010).

 

Mr. Koh was called to the Singapore Bar in 2006 and earned his Bachelor of Laws with Second Class Honours from the National University of Singapore between 2001 and 2005. He also holds the position of Independent Non-Executive Director at Fuxing China Group Limited on the Mainboard of SGX-ST since May 2024.

 

Relationship Within Board of Directors

 

There is no family relationship between any of the directors of the company.

 

Committees of the Board

 

Our Board has established an audit committee, a compensation committee and a nomination committee, each of which will operate pursuant to a charter adopted by our Board that will be effective upon the effectiveness of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part. The Board may also establish other committees from time to time to assist our company and the Board. Upon the effectiveness of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part, the composition and functioning of all of our committees will comply with all applicable requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, the NYSE American and SEC rules and regulations, if applicable. Upon our listing on the NYSE American, each committee’s charter will be available on our website at www.phaostech.com. The reference to our website address does not constitute incorporation by reference of the information contained at or available through our website, and you should not consider it to be part of this prospectus.

 

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Audit committee

 

[Mr. Liu Yi, Louis], [Mr. Lionel Choong Khuat Leok] and [Mr. Koh Boon Chiao] will serve on the audit committee, which will be chaired by [Mr. Lionel Choong Khuat Leok]. Our Board has determined that each are “independent” for audit committee purposes as that term is defined by the rules of the SEC and NYSE American, and that each has sufficient knowledge in financial and auditing matters to serve on the audit committee. Our Board has designated [Mr. Lionel Choong Khuat Leok] as an “audit committee financial expert,” as defined under the applicable rules of the SEC. The audit committee’s responsibilities include:

 

  ● appointing, approving the compensation of, and assessing the independence of our independent registered public accounting firm;
     
  ● pre-approving auditing and permissible non-audit services, and the terms of such services, to be provided by our independent registered public accounting firm;
     
  ● reviewing the overall audit plan with our independent registered public accounting firm and members of management responsible for preparing our financial statements;
     
  ● reviewing and discussing with management and our independent registered public accounting firm our annual and quarterly financial statements and related disclosures as well as critical accounting policies and practices used by us;
     
  ● coordinating the oversight and reviewing the adequacy of our internal control over financial reporting;
     
  ● establishing policies and procedures for the receipt and retention of accounting-related complaints and concerns; recommending, based upon the audit committee’s review and discussions with management and our independent registered public accounting firm, whether our audited financial statements shall be included in our Annual Report on Form 20-F;
     
  ● monitoring the integrity of our financial statements and our compliance with legal and regulatory requirements as they relate to our financial statements and accounting matters;
     
  ● preparing the audit committee report required by SEC rules to be included in our annual proxy statement;
     
  ● reviewing all related person transactions for potential conflict of interest situations and approving all such transactions; and
     
  ● reviewing earnings releases.

 

Compensation committee

 

[Mr. Wesley Yiu], [Mr. Liu Yi, Louis] and [Mr. Erik Cheong Wei Kiat] will serve on the compensation committee, which will be chaired by [Mr. Liu Yi, Louis]. Our Board has determined that each such member satisfies the “independence” requirements of Rule 803 of the Listing Rules of the NYSE American Company Guide. The compensation committee’s responsibilities include:

 

  ● evaluating the performance of our chief executive officer in light of our company’s corporate goals and objectives and, based on such evaluation: (i) recommending to the Board the cash compensation of our chief executive officer, and (ii) reviewing and approving grants and awards to our chief executive officer under equity-based plans;
     
  ● reviewing and recommending to the Board the cash compensation of our other executive officers;
     
  ● reviewing and establishing our overall management compensation, philosophy and policy;
     
  ● overseeing and administering our compensation and similar plans;
     
  ● reviewing and approving the retention or termination of any consulting firm or outside advisor to assist in the evaluation of compensation matters and evaluating and assessing potential and current compensation advisors in accordance with the independence standards identified in the applicable NYSE American rules;
     
  ● retaining and approving the compensation of any compensation advisors;
     
  ● reviewing and approving our policies and procedures for the grant of equity-based awards;
     
  ● reviewing and recommending to the Board the compensation of our Directors; and
     
  ● preparing the compensation committee report required by SEC rules, if and when required.

 

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Nomination committee

 

[Mr. Wesley Yiu], [Mr. Koh Boon Chiao] and [Mr. Erik Cheong Wei Kiat] will serve on the nomination committee, which will be chaired by [Mr. Wesley Yiu]. Our Board has determined that each member of the nomination committee is “independent” as defined in the applicable NYSE American rules. The nomination committee’s responsibilities include:

 

●developing and recommending to the Board criteria for board and committee membership;

 

●establishing procedures for identifying and evaluating Director candidates, including nominees recommended by stockholders; and

 

●reviewing the composition of the Board to ensure that it is composed of members containing the appropriate skills and expertise to advise us.

 

While we do not have a formal policy regarding board diversity, our nomination committee and Board will consider a broad range of factors relating to the qualifications and background of nominees, which may include diversity (not limited to race, gender or national origin). Our nomination committee’s and Board’ priority in selecting board members is identification of persons who will further the interests of our shareholders through their established record of professional accomplishment, the ability to contribute positively to the collaborative culture among board members, knowledge of our business, understanding of the competitive landscape and professional and personal experience and expertise relevant to our growth strategy.

 

Foreign Private Issuer Status

 

We are a “foreign private issuer,” as defined by the SEC. As a result, in accordance with the rules and regulations of NYSE American, we may choose to comply with home country governance requirements and certain exemptions thereunder rather than complying with NYSE American corporate governance standards. We may choose to take advantage of the following exemptions afforded to foreign private issuers:

 

●Exemption from filing quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, from filing proxy solicitation materials on Schedule 14A or 14C in connection with annual or special meetings of shareholders, from providing current reports on Form 8-K disclosing significant events within four days of their occurrence, and from the disclosure requirements of Regulation FD.

 

Exemption from Section 16 rules regarding sales of ordinary shares by insiders, which will provide less data in this regard than shareholders of U.S. companies that are subject to the Exchange Act.

 

●Exemption from NYSE American rules applicable to domestic issuers requiring disclosure within four business days of any determination to grant a waiver of the code of business conduct and ethics to directors and officers. Although we will require board approval of any such waiver, we may choose not to disclose the waiver in the manner set forth in NYSE American rules, as permitted by the foreign private issuer exemption.

 

●Exemption from the requirement that our Board have a compensation committee that is composed entirely of independent directors with a written charter addressing the committee’s purpose and responsibilities.

 

●Exemption from the requirements that director nominees are selected, or recommended for selection by our Board, either by (1) independent directors constituting a majority of our Board’ independent directors in a vote in which only independent directors participate, or (2) a committee comprised solely of independent directors, and that a formal written charter or board resolution, as applicable, addressing the nominations process is adopted.

 

If we rely on our home country corporate governance practices in lieu of certain of the rules of NYSE American, our shareholders may not have the same protections afforded to shareholders of companies that are subject to all of the corporate governance requirements of NYSE American. If we choose to do so, we may utilize these exemptions for as long as we continue to qualify as a foreign private issuer.

 

Although we are permitted to follow certain corporate governance rules that conform to Cayman Islands requirements in lieu of many of NYSE American corporate governance rules, we intend to comply with NYSE American corporate governance rules applicable to foreign private issuers.

 

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Controlled Company

 

We expect to continue to be a controlled company within the meaning of the NYSE American Company Guide, and as a result, we expect to qualify for and intend to continue to rely on exemptions from certain corporate governance requirements.

 

Public Companies that qualify as a “Controlled Company” with securities listed on the NYSE American must comply with the exchange’s continued listing standards to maintain their listings. NYSE American has adopted qualitative listing standards. Companies that do not comply with these corporate governance requirements may lose their listing status. Under NYSE American rules, a “controlled company” is a company with more than 50% of its voting power held by a single person, entity or group. Under NYSE American rules, a controlled company is exempt from certain corporate governance requirements, including:

 

●an exemption from the rule that a majority of our Board must be independent directors;

 

●an exemption from the rule that the compensation of our chief executive officer must be determined or recommended solely by independent directors; and

 

●An exemption from the rule that our director nominees must be selected or recommended solely by independent directors.

 

Controlled companies must still comply with the exchange’s other corporate governance standards. These include having an audit committee and the special meetings of independent or non-management directors.

 

Upon the completion of this offering, our Controlling Shareholder will beneficially own [34.17]% of our total issued and outstanding Ordinary Shares, representing [50.03]% of the total voting power. As a result, we will be a “controlled company” as defined under Rule 801 of the NYSE American Company Guide, because our Controlling Shareholders will hold more than 50% of the voting power for the election of directors. As a “controlled company,” we are permitted to elect not to comply with certain corporate governance requirements. The exemption we intend to rely on is that a majority of our Board need not be independent directors As a result, you may not have the same protection afforded to shareholders of companies that are subject to these corporate governance requirements.

 

Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Insider Trading Policy and Executive Compensation Recovery Policy

 

Prior to the effectiveness of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part, we intend to adopt (i) a written code of business conduct and ethics and (ii) Insider Trading Policy that applies to our Directors, officers, and employees, including our chief executive officer, chief financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller or persons performing similar functions, and we also intend to adopt an (iii) Executive Compensation Recovery Policy that applies to our officers, and employees, including our chief executive officer, chief financial officer, principal accounting officer or controller or persons performing similar functions, (collectively the “Policies”). Following the effectiveness of the registration statement of which this prospectus is a part, a current copy of the Policies will be posted on the Corporate Governance section of our website, which is located at www.phaostech.com. The information on our website is deemed not to be incorporated in this prospectus or to be a part of this prospectus. We intend to disclose any amendments to the Policies, and any waivers of the Policies for our Directors, executive officers and senior finance executives, on our website to the extent required by applicable U.S. federal securities laws and the corporate governance rules of NYSE American.

 

Compensation of Executive Directors and Executive Officers

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, we paid an aggregate of approximately US$199,566 (approximately S$264,011) in cash to each of our Executive Directors and Executive Officers. For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, we paid an aggregate of approximately US$152,092 (approximately S$201,206) in cash to each of our Executive Directors and Executive Officers

 

Employment Agreements

 

Employment Agreement between Beh Hook Seng and Phaos Technology Cayman

 

Effective as of December 31, 2024, Phaos Technology Cayman entered into an Employment Agreement with Beh Hook Seng. The agreement provides for an annual base salary, together with such additional discretionary bonus. Beh Hook Seng’s employment will continue indefinitely, subject to, amongst others, termination by either party to the agreement upon 60 days prior written notice or the equivalent salary in lieu of such notice. The agreement also provides that Beh Hook Seng shall not, during the term of the agreement and for 12 months after cessation of employment, carry on business in competition with the Group.

 

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Employment Agreement between Gan Hong Loon and Phaos Technology Cayman

 

Effective as of December 31, 2024, Phaos Technology Cayman entered into an Employment Agreement with Gan Hong Loon. The agreement provides for an annual base salary, together with such additional discretionary bonus. Gan Hong Loon’s employment will continue indefinitely, subject to, amongst others, termination by either party to the agreement upon 60 days prior written notice or the equivalent salary in lieu of such notice. The agreement also provides that Gan Hong Loon shall not, during the term of the agreement and for 12 months after cessation of employment, carry on business in competition with the Group.

 

Employment Agreement between Andrew Yeo and Phaos Technology Cayman

 

Effective as of December 31, 2024, Phaos Technology Cayman entered into an Employment Agreement with Andrew Yeo. The agreement provides for an annual base salary, together with such additional discretionary bonus. Andrew Yeo’s employment will continue indefinitely, subject to, amongst others, termination by either party to the agreement upon 60 days prior written notice or the equivalent salary in lieu of such notice. The agreement also provides that Andrew Yeo shall not, during the term of the agreement and for 12 months after cessation of employment, carry on business in competition with the Group.

 

Employment Agreement between Tay Beng Boon and Phaos Technology Cayman

 

Effective as of December 31, 2024, Phaos Technology Cayman entered into an Employment Agreement with Tay Beng Boon. The agreement provides for an annual base salary, together with such additional discretionary bonus. Tay Beng Boon’s employment will continue indefinitely, subject to termination by either party to the agreement upon 60 days prior written notice or the equivalent salary in lieu of such notice. The agreement also provides that Tay Beng Boon shall not, during the term of the agreement and for 12 months after cessation of employment, carry on business in competition with the Group.

 

Directors’ Agreements

 

Each of our Directors has entered into a Director’s Agreement with the Company effective upon the Company’s listing on NYSE American. The terms and conditions of such Directors’ Agreements are similar in all material aspects save for the term. Each Executive Director’s Agreement is for an initial term of three (3) years and will continue until the Director’s successor is duly elected and qualified. Each independent directors nominee’s agreement is for an initial term of one (1) year and will continue until the Director’s successor is duly elected and qualified. Each Director will be up for re-election each year at the annual board meeting and, upon re-election, the terms, and provisions of his or her Director’s Agreement will remain in full force and effect. Under the Directors’ Agreements, the Company agrees, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, to indemnify the Directors against liabilities and expenses incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, the Directors’ performance of their duties, other than any such losses incurred as a result of the Directors’ gross negligence or willful misconduct.

 

Under the independent directors Nominee’s Agreements, the initial aggregate annual salary that is payable to our independent director nominees is US$30,000.00 in cash.

 

Other than as disclosed above, none of our Directors have entered into a service agreement with our Company or any of our subsidiaries that provides for benefits upon termination of employment.

 

PRINCIPAL AND SELLING SHAREHOLDERS

 

The following table sets forth information regarding the beneficial ownership of our share capital by:

 

●each person, or group of affiliated persons, known by us to beneficially own more than 5% of our shares;

 

●each of our named Executive Officers;

 

●each of our Directors and Director nominees; and

 

●all of our current Executive Officers, Directors and Director nominees as a group.

 

Applicable percentage ownership is based on 10,601,750 Class A Ordinary Shares and 15,125,250 Class B Ordinary Shares of our Company issued and outstanding as of the date of this prospectus and, with respect to percent ownership after this offering.

 

The information presented below regarding beneficial ownership of our voting securities has been presented in accordance with the rules of the SEC and is not necessarily indicative of ownership for any other purpose. Under these rules, a person is deemed to be a “beneficial owner” of a security if that person has or shares the power to vote or direct the voting of the security or the power to dispose or direct the disposition of the security. A person is deemed to own beneficially any security as to which such person has the right to acquire sole or shared voting or investment power within sixty (60) days through the conversion or exercise of any convertible security, warrant, option or other right. More than one (1) person may be deemed to be a beneficial owner of the same securities. The percentage of beneficial ownership by any person as of a particular date is calculated by dividing the number of shares beneficially owned by such person, which includes the number of shares as to which such person has the right to acquire voting or investment power within sixty (60) days, by the sum of the number of shares outstanding as of such date, plus the number of shares as to which such person has the right to acquire voting or investment power within sixty (60) days. Consequently, the denominator used for calculating such percentage may be different for each beneficial owner. Except as otherwise indicated below and under applicable community property laws, we believe that the beneficial owners of our shares listed below have sole voting and investment power with respect to the shares shown.

 

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Unless otherwise noted below, the address of each person listed on the table is 83 Science Park Dr, I #02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1, Singapore 118258.

 

    Amount of
Beneficial
Ownership of
Class A
Shares(1)
    Pre-
Offering
Percentage
Ownership of
Class A
Shares(2)
    Post-Offering
Percentage
Ownership of
Class A
Shares(2)(3)
    Amount of
Beneficial
Ownership of
Class B
Shares Pre-
and Post-
Offering
    Percentage
Ownership
of Class B
Shares
    Pre-
Offering
Combined
Voting
Power of
Class A
and Class B
Shares(2)
    Post-
Offering
Combined
Voting
Power of
Class A and
Class B
Shares(2)(3)
 
Directors and Executive Officers:                                                        
Beh Hook Seng(4)     —       — %     — %     9,852,625       65.14 %     52.80 %       %
Andrew Yeo(10)     —       — %     — %     807,125       5.34 %     4.33 %       %
Tay Beng Boon(5)     —       — %     — %     307,625       2.03 %     1.65 %       %
Gan Hong Loon(6)     —       — %     — %     307,625       2.03 %     1.65 %       %
Lionel Choong(7)     —       — %     — %     —       — %       %       %
Wesley Yiu(7)     —       — %     — %     —       — %       %       %
Erik Cheong Wei Kiat(7)     —       — %     — %     —       — %       %       %
Liu Yi, Louis(7)     —       — %     — %     —       — %       %       %
Koh Boon Chiao(7)     —       — %     — %     —       — %       %       %
5% or Greater Shareholders                                                             
Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd(8)     —       — %     — %     4,759,750       31.47 %     25.51 %       %
Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd(9)     —       — %     — %     1,888,875       12.49 %     10.12 %       %
SG AB Venture Pte Ltd(10)     —       — %     — %     807,125       5.34 %     4.33 %       %
Singlight Technology Pte Ltd(11)     —       — %     — %     3,850,250       25.45 %     20.63 %       %
Liew Ah Choy(12)     1,088,250       10.26 %       %     —       — %     1.94 %       %
Chua Jun Hao, David(13)     1,000,000       9.43 %       %     —       — %     1.79 %       %
Leslie Tam(14)     543,500       5.13 %       %     —       — %     0.97 %       %
Chen Hong(15)     595,750       5.62 %       %     —       — %     1.06 %       %
Tan Chew Hiah(16)     587,625       5.54 %       %     —       — %     1.05 %       %
Lee Pei Fang(17)     587,625       5.54 %       %     —       — %     1.05 %       %
Chua Kheng Choon(18)     587,625       5.54 %       %     —       — %     1.05 %       %

 

  (1) Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules of the SEC and includes voting or investment power with respect to the Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares. All shares represent only Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares held by shareholders as no options are issued or outstanding.
  (2) Calculation based on 10,601,750 Class A Ordinary Shares and 15,125,250 Class B Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding as of the date of this prospectus. Holders of Class A Ordinary Shares are entitled to one vote per share held. Holders of Class B are entitled to three votes per share held.
  (3) Assuming 2,700,000 Class A Ordinary Shares are issued in this offering, not including 405,000 Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the underwriters’ over-allotment option and 232,875 Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the warrants to be issued to the underwriters in connection with this offering.
  (4) Beh Hook Seng holds 4,759,750 Class B ordinary shares through Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd, 1,888,875 Class B Ordinary Shares through Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd, and 3,204,000 Class B Ordinary Shares in his own name. Beh Hook Seng holds 100% of, Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd and Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd, has the power to direct the voting and disposition of the ordinary shares held by Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd and Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd, and may be deemed the beneficial owner of all ordinary shares held by Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd and Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd.
  (5) Represents 307,625 Class B Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Tay Beng Boon.
  (6) Represents 307,625 Class B Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Gan Hong Loon.
  (7) The individual is an independent director nominee and consents to be an independent director upon our company’s listing on Nasdaq.
  (8) Represents 4,759,750 Class B Ordinary Shares held by Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte Ltd, which is beneficially owned and controlled by Beh Hook Seng, and its current registered address is located at 57 Mohamed Sultan Road #02-06 Singapore 238997 .
  (9) Represents 1,888,875 Class B Ordinary Shares held by Tonghuai SG2 Enterprise Pte Ltd, which is beneficially owned and controlled by Beh Hook Seng, and its current registered address is located at 57 Mohamed Sultan Road #02-06 Singapore 238997 .
  (10) Represents 807,125 Class B Ordinary Shares held by SG AB Venture Pte Ltd, which is beneficially owned and controlled by Andrew Yeo , and its current registered address is located at 57 Mohamed Sultan Road #02-06 Singapore 238997.
  (11) Represents 3,850,250 Class B Ordinary Shares held by Singlight Technology Pte Ltd, which is beneficially owned and controlled by Hong Ming Hui, and its current registered address is located at 10 Ubi Crescent #04-19, Ubi Techpark, Singapore 408564.
  (12) Represents 1,088,250 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Liew Ah Choy.
  (13) Represents 1,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Chua Jun Hao, David.
  (14) Represents 543,500 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Leslie Tam.
  (15) Represents 595,750 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Chen Hong.
  (16) Represents 587,625 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Tan Chew Hiah.
  (17) Represents 587,625 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Lee Pei Fang.
  (18) Represents 587,625 Class A Ordinary Shares which is beneficially owned controlled and held by Chua Kheng Choon.

 

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Selling Shareholders

 

This prospectus covers the offering of in aggregate [900,090] Ordinary Shares by the Selling Shareholders. This prospectus and any prospectus supplement will only permit the Selling Shareholders to sell the number of Ordinary Shares identified in the column “Number of Ordinary Shares to be Sold.” The Ordinary Shares owned by the Selling Shareholders are “restricted” securities under applicable United States federal and state securities laws and are being registered pursuant to this prospectus to enable the Selling Shareholders the opportunity to sell those Ordinary Shares.

 

The following table sets forth the name of the Selling Shareholders, the number and percentage of Ordinary Shares beneficially owned by the Selling Shareholders, the number of Ordinary Shares sold in this offering and the number and percentage of Ordinary Shares the Selling Shareholders will own after the offering. The information appearing in the table below is based on information provided by or on behalf of the named Selling Shareholders. We will not receive any proceeds from the sale of the Ordinary Shares by the Selling Shareholders.

 

Name of Selling Shareholder*  

Class A Ordinary

Shares

Beneficially

Owned

Prior to

Offering(1)

   

Pre-

Offering

Percentage

Ownership of

Class A

Shares(2)

   

Number of Class A

Ordinary

Shares Sold

   

Number of Class A

Ordinary

Shares Owned

After Offering

   

Post-

Offering

Percentage

Ownership of

Class A

Shares(2)(3)

   

Post-

Offering

Combined

Voting

Power of

Class A and

Class B

Shares(2)(3)

 
Chua Jun Hao, David (4)     1,000,000       9.43 %     454,545       545,455       [—]       [—]  
Chua Kheng Choon (5)     587,625       5.54 %     175,795       411,830       [—]       [—]  
ICHAM Master Fund VCC(6)     298,625       2.82 %     43,864       254,761       [—]       [—]  
Liew Ah Choy(7)     1,088,250       10.26 %     59,091       1,029,159       [—]       [—]  
Tan Chiew Hiah(8)     587,625       5.54 %     175,795       411,830       [—]       [—]  

 

Notes:

 

(1) Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules of the SEC and includes voting or investment power with respect to the Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares. All shares represent only Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares held by shareholders as no options are issued or outstanding.
   
(2) Calculation based on 10,601,750 Class A Ordinary Shares and 15,125,250 Class B Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding as of the date of this prospectus. Holders of Class A Ordinary Shares are entitled to one vote per share held. Holders of Class B are entitled to three votes per share held.
   
(3) Assuming 3,600,090 Class A Ordinary Shares are issued in this offering, not including 405,000 Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the underwriters’ over-allotment option and 232,875 Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the warrants to be issued to the underwriters in connection with this offering.
   
(4) Chua Jun Hao, David, a resident of Singapore is a shareholder owning 9.43% of Class A Ordinary Shares.
   
(5) Chua Kheng Choon, a resident of Singapore is a shareholder owning 5.54% of Class A Ordinary Shares.
   
(6) ICHAM Master Fund VCC, a fund incorporated in Singapore is a shareholder owning 2.82% of Class A Ordinary Shares.
   
(7) Liew Ah Choy a resident of Singapore, is a shareholder owning 10.26% of Class A Ordinary Shares.
   
(8) Tan Chiew Hiah a resident of Singapore, is a shareholder owning 5.54% of Class A Ordinary Shares.
   
* Other than as indicated, none of the other Selling Shareholders and/or persons who have control over the Selling Shareholders has had, within the past three years, any relationship with the Company or any of the predecessors or affiliates.

 

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

We have adopted an audit committee charter, which requires the committee to review all related-party transactions on an ongoing basis and all such transactions be approved by the committee.

 

In addition to the executive officer and director compensation arrangements discussed in “Executive Compensation,” below we describe transactions since 2021 and up to the date of this prospectus, to which we have been a participant, in which the amount involved in the transaction is material to our company and in which any of the following is a party: (a) enterprises that directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, control or are controlled by, or are under common control with, our Company; (b) associates; (c) individuals owning, directly or indirectly, an interest in the voting power of our Company that gives them significant influence over our Company, and close members of any such individual’s family; (d) key management personnel, that is, those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of our Company, including directors and senior management of companies and close members of such individuals’ families; and (e) enterprises in which a substantial interest in the voting power is owned, directly or indirectly, by any person described in (c) or (d) or over which such a person is able to exercise significant influence.

 

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Nature of relationships with related parties

 

Related Party Name   Relationship to the Company
TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd.   Shareholder

 

a. Related party balances

 

        As of April 30,     As of October 31,  
Nature  Name  2021   2022   2023   2024    2024   2024 
      SGD    SGD   SGD   SGD   SGD   USD 
Amount due to shareholders  TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd.(2)   (750,000)   (1,950,000)   (2,962,000)   (732,753)    (1,145,423 )    (865,825 )
Total      (750,000)   (1,950,000)   (2,962,000)   (732,753)    (1,145,423 )    (865,825 )

 

 

(1) The figure for year 2021 is based as of the month of June 30, 2021 given that the previous financial year end of TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. was June 30 in the year 2021.
   
(2)

The Company has entered into several shareholder loan agreements with TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd a shareholder of the Company. The loans are interest-free and have no determined repayment date, being repayable on demand. As of the date of this prospectus, there are no outstanding loans from the Company to any shareholder.

 

b. Related party transactions

 

          For the years ended April 30,     For the six months ended October 31,  
Nature   Name     2021     2022     2023     2024     2024     2024  
                S$     S$     S$     S$     US$  
-     -       -      

-

      -     -     -     -
Total     -       -      

-

     

-

     

-

     

-

     

-

 

 

DESCRIPTION OF SHARE CAPITAL

 

We are an exempted company with limited liability incorporated in the Cayman Islands company and our affairs are governed by our Memorandum and Articles of Association, as amended from time to time, the Companies Act and the common law of Cayman Islands.

 

As of the date of this prospectus, our authorized share capital is US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share. As of the date of this prospectus, 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares are issued and outstanding.

 

Immediately upon the completion of this offering, we will have [●] Class A Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding. All of our shares issued and outstanding prior to the completion of the offering are and will be fully paid, and all of our shares to be issued in the offering will be issued as fully paid.

 

Our Memorandum and Articles of Association

 

We adopted the Memorandum and Articles of Association on March 7, 2024 at incorporation. The following are summaries of certain material provisions of the Memorandum and Articles of Association and of the Companies Act, insofar as they relate to the material terms of our Ordinary Shares.

 

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Objects of Our Company. Under our Memorandum and Articles of Association, the objects of our company are unrestricted, and we can exercise all the functions of a natural person of full capacity irrespective of any question of corporate benefit, as provided by section 27(2) of the Companies Act.

 

Ordinary Shares. Our Ordinary Shares are issued in registered form and are issued when registered in our register of members. We may not issue shares to bearer. Our shareholders who are non-residents of the Cayman Islands may freely hold and vote for their shares.

 

Dividends. The holders of our Class A Ordinary Shares are entitled to such dividends as may be declared by our Board. The holders of our Class B Ordinary Shares have no rights to share in any dividends as may be declared by our Board. Our Memorandum and Articles of Association provide that dividends may be declared and paid out of the funds of our company lawfully available therefor. Under the laws of the Cayman Islands, our company may pay a dividend out of either profit or share premium account; provided that in no circumstances may a dividend be paid out of our share premium if this would result in our company being unable to pay its debts as they fall due in the ordinary course of business.

 

Voting Rights. Voting at any meeting of shareholders is by way of a poll duly demanded. Subject to the Companies Act, a poll may be demanded by:

 

●by the chairman of the meeting; or;

 

●by at least one shareholder present in person or by proxy or (in the case of a shareholder being a corporation) by its duly authorized representative having the right to vote on the resolutions.

 

An ordinary resolution to be passed at a meeting by the shareholders requires the affirmative vote of a simple majority of the votes attaching to the ordinary shares cast at a meeting, while a special resolution requires the affirmative vote of no less than two-thirds of the votes cast attaching to the issued and outstanding ordinary shares at a meeting.

 

Subject to the Company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association, each Class A Ordinary Share confers on the holder the right to one (1) vote at a meeting of the shareholders or on any resolution of shareholders.

 

Subject to the Company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association, each Class B Ordinary Share confers on the holder the right to three (3) votes per share at a meeting of the shareholders or on any resolution of shareholders.

 

A special resolution will be required for important matters such as a change of name, making changes to our Memorandum and Articles of Association, a reduction of our share capital and the winding up of our company. Our shareholders may, among other things, divide or combine their shares by ordinary resolution.

 

General Meetings of Shareholders. As a Cayman Islands exempted company, we are not obliged by the Companies Act to call shareholders’ annual general meetings. Our Memorandum and Articles of Association provide that we shall not hold a general meeting in each year as our annual general meeting, unless required by the

 

NYSE American rules, and the annual general meeting shall be held at such time and place as may be determined by our directors.

 

Shareholders’ general meetings may be convened by the chairperson of our Board or by a majority of our Board. Advance notice of not less than seven clear days is required for the convening of our annual general shareholders’ meeting (if any) and any other general meeting of our shareholders. A quorum required for any general meeting of shareholders consists of, at the time when the meeting proceeds to business, one or more shareholders holding shares which carry in aggregate (or representing by proxy) not less than one-third of all votes attaching to issued and outstanding shares in our company entitled to vote at such general meeting.

 

The Companies Act does not provide shareholders with any right to requisition a general meeting or to put any proposal before a general meeting. However, these rights may be provided in a company’s articles of association. Our Memorandum and Articles of Association provide that upon the requisition of any one or more of our shareholders holding shares which carry in aggregate not less than one-third of all votes attaching to the issued and outstanding shares of our company entitled to vote at general meetings, specifying the purpose of the meeting and signed by each of the shareholders making the requisition, our board will convene an extraordinary general meeting within 2 months after deposit of the requisition and put the resolutions so requisitioned to a vote at such meeting. If the directors do not convene such meeting within 21 days’ from the date of receipt of the written requisition, those shareholders who requested the meeting or any of them may convene the general meeting themselves in which case reasonable expenses incurred by them as a result of the directors failing to convene a meeting shall be reimbursed by us. However, our Memorandum and Articles of Association do not provide our shareholders with any right to put any proposals before annual general meetings or extraordinary general meetings not called by such shareholders.

 

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Transfer of Class A Ordinary Shares. Subject to the restrictions set out below, any of our shareholders may transfer all or any of his or her Class A Ordinary Shares by an instrument of transfer in the usual or common form or in a form prescribed by NYSE American or any other form approved by our Board. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Class A Ordinary Shares may also be transferred in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations of NYSE American.

 

Where the Class A Ordinary Shares are not listed on or subject to the rules of NYSE American, our Board may, in its absolute discretion, decline to register any transfer of any Class A Ordinary Share which is not fully paid up or on which we have a lien. Our Board may also decline to register any transfer of any Class A Ordinary Share unless:

 

●the instrument of transfer is lodged with us, accompanied by the certificate for the Class A Ordinary Shares to which it relates and such other evidence as our Board may reasonably require to show the right of the transferor to make the transfer;

 

●the instrument of transfer is in respect of only one class of Class A Ordinary Shares;

 

●the instrument of transfer is properly stamped, if required;

 

●in the case of a transfer to joint holders, the number of joint holders to whom the Class A Ordinary Share is to be transferred does not exceed four; and

 

●a fee of such maximum sum as NYSE American may determine to be payable or such lesser sum as our directors may from time to time require is paid to us in respect thereof.

 

If our directors refuse to register a transfer they shall, within one month after the date on which the instrument of transfer was lodged, send to each of the transferor and the transferee notice of such refusal.

 

The registration of transfers may, on 14 days’ notice being given by advertisement in such one or more newspapers or by electronic means and after compliance with any notice required in accordance with the rules of NYSE American, be suspended and the register closed at such times and for such periods as our Board may from time to time determine; provided, however, that the registration of transfers shall not be suspended nor the register closed for more than 30 days in any year as our board may determine.

 

Liquidation. If our company is wound up, the liquidator may with the sanction of a special resolution and any other sanction required by the Companies Act, divide in specie among the shareholders of the Class A Ordinary Shares the whole or any part of the assets of the Company and may, for that purpose, to value any assets and to determine how the division shall be carried out as among the shareholders of the ordinary shares.

 

The liquidator may also vest the whole or any part of these assets in trustees for the benefit of the shareholders of Class A Ordinary Shares and those liable to contribute to the winding up.

 

No distribution (whether in cash or otherwise) of our company’s assets on a winding up may be made to a holder of a Class B Ordinary Share.

 

Calls on Shares and Forfeiture of Shares. Our Board may from time to time make calls upon shareholders for any amounts unpaid on their shares in a notice served to such shareholders at least 14 days prior to the specified time and place of payment. The shares that have been called upon and remain unpaid are subject to forfeiture.

 

Redemption, Repurchase and Surrender of Shares. We may issue shares on terms that such shares are subject to redemption, at our option or at the option of the holders of these shares, on such terms and in such manner as may be determined by our Board. Our company may also repurchase any of our shares on such terms and in such manner as have been approved by our Board. Under the Companies Act, the redemption or repurchase of any share may be paid out of our company’s profits, share premium account or out of the proceeds of a new issue of shares made for the purpose of such redemption or repurchase, or out of capital if our company can, immediately following such payment, pay its debts as they fall due in the ordinary course of business. In addition, under the Companies Act no such share may be redeemed or repurchased (a) unless it is fully paid up, (b) if such redemption or repurchase would result in there being no shares outstanding or (c) if the company has commenced liquidation. In addition, our company may accept the surrender of any fully paid share for no consideration.

 

Variations of Rights of Shares. Whenever the capital of our company is divided into different classes the rights attached to any such class may, subject to any rights or restrictions for the time being attached to any class, only be varied with the written consent of shareholders holding not less than fifty percent of the issued shares of that class or with the sanction of a resolution passed by a majority of two-thirds of the votes cast at a separate meeting of the holders of the shares of that class. The rights conferred upon the holders of the shares of any class issued with preferred or other rights shall not, unless otherwise expressly provided by the terms of issue of the shares of that class, be deemed to be varied by the creation, allotment or issue of further shares ranking pari passu with such existing class of shares.

 

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Issuance of Additional Shares. Our Memorandum and Articles of Association authorizes our Board to issue additional Ordinary Shares from time to time as our Board shall determine, to the extent of available authorized but unissued shares.

 

Our Memorandum and Articles of Association also authorizes our Board to issue from time to time one or more series of preference shares and to determine, with respect to any series of preference shares, the terms and rights of that series, to the extent of available authorized but unissued shares, including, among other things:

 

●the designation of the series;

 

●the number of shares of the series;

 

●the dividend rights, dividend rates, conversion rights and voting rights; and

 

●the rights and terms of redemption and liquidation preferences.

 

Our Board may issue preference shares without action by our shareholders to the extent of available authorized but unissued shares. Issuance of these shares may dilute the voting power of holders of Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Inspection of Books and Records. Holders of our Ordinary Shares will have no general right under Cayman Islands law to inspect or obtain copies of our list of shareholders or our corporate records (except for the memorandum and articles of association of our company, any special resolutions passed by our company and the register of mortgages and charges of our company). However, our Memorandum and Articles of Association have provisions that provide our shareholders the right to receive our annual audited financial statements. See “Where You Can Find Additional Information.”

 

Anti-Takeover Provisions. Some provisions of our Memorandum and Articles of Association may discourage, delay or prevent a change of control of our company or management that shareholders may consider favorable, including provisions that:

 

●authorize our Board to issue authorized but unissued preference shares in one or more series and to designate the price, rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions of such preference shares without any further vote or action by our shareholders; and

 

●limit the ability of shareholders to requisition and convene general meetings of shareholders.

 

However, under Cayman Islands law, our directors may only exercise the rights and powers granted to them under our Memorandum and Articles of Association for a proper purpose and for what they believe in good faith to be in the best interests of our company.

 

Exempted Company. We are an exempted company with limited liability under the Companies Act. The Companies Act distinguishes between ordinary resident companies and exempted companies. Any company that is registered in the Cayman Islands but conducts business mainly outside of the Cayman Islands may apply to be registered as an exempted company. The requirements for an exempted company are essentially the same as for an ordinary company except that an exempted company:

 

●does not have to file an annual return of its shareholders with the Registrar of Companies;

 

●is not required to open its register of members for inspection;

 

●does not have to hold an annual general meeting;

 

●may issue shares with no par value;

 

●may obtain an undertaking against the imposition of any future taxation (such undertakings are usually given for 20 years in the first instance);

 

●may register by way of continuation in another jurisdiction and be deregistered in the Cayman Islands;

 

●may register as an exempted limited duration company; and

 

●may register as a segregated portfolio company.

 

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“Limited liability” means that the liability of each shareholder is limited to the amount unpaid by the shareholder on that shareholder’s shares of the company (except in exceptional circumstances, such as involving fraud, the establishment of an agency relationship or an illegal or improper purpose or other circumstances in which a court may be prepared to pierce or lift the corporate veil).

 

History of Securities Issuances

 

Other than the issuance of securities in connection with the reorganization, we have not issued any securities in the past three years.

 

CERTAIN CAYMAN ISLANDS COMPANY CONSIDERATIONS

 

Upon the closing of this offering, we will be subject to reporting and other informational requirements of the Exchange Act, as applicable to foreign private issuers.

 

NYSE American listing rules include certain accommodations in the corporate governance requirements that allow foreign private issuers, such as us, to follow “home country” corporate governance practices in lieu of the otherwise applicable corporate governance standards of NYSE American. The application of such exceptions requires that we disclose each NYSE American corporate governance standard that we do not follow and describe the Cayman Islands corporate governance practices we do follow in lieu of the relevant NYSE American corporate governance standard.

 

Differences in Corporate Law

 

The Companies Act is derived, to a large extent, from the older Companies Acts of England but does not follow recent English statutory enactments and accordingly there are significant differences between the Companies Act and the current Companies Act of England. In addition, the Companies Act differs from laws applicable to U.S. corporations and their shareholders. Set forth below is a summary of certain significant differences between the provisions of the Companies Act applicable to us and the laws applicable to companies incorporated in the State of Delaware in the United States and their shareholders.

 

Mergers and Similar Arrangements. The Companies Act permits mergers and consolidations between Cayman Islands companies and between Cayman Islands companies and non-Cayman Islands companies, provided that the laws of the foreign jurisdiction permit such merger or consolidation. For these purposes, (a) “merger” means the merging of two or more constituent companies and the vesting of their undertaking, property and liabilities in one of such companies as the surviving company, and (b) a “consolidation” means the combination of two or more constituent companies into a new consolidated company and the vesting of the undertaking, property and liabilities of such companies to the consolidated company. In order to effect such a merger or consolidation, the directors of each constituent company must approve a written plan of merger or consolidation, which must then be authorized by (a) a special resolution of the shareholders of each constituent company, and (b) such other authorization, if any, as may be specified in such constituent company’s articles of association. The plan must be filed with the Registrar of Companies of the Cayman Islands together with a declaration as to the solvency of the consolidated or surviving company, a list of the assets and liabilities of each constituent company and an undertaking that a copy of the certificate of merger or consolidation will be given to the members and creditors of each constituent company and that notification of the merger or consolidation will be published in the Cayman Islands Gazette. Court approval is not required for a merger or consolidation which is effected in compliance with these statutory procedures.

 

A merger between a Cayman parent company and its Cayman subsidiary or subsidiaries does not require authorization by a resolution of shareholders of that Cayman subsidiary if a copy of the plan of merger is given to every member of that Cayman subsidiary to be merged unless that member agrees otherwise. For this purpose, a company is a “parent” of a subsidiary if it holds issued shares that together represent at least ninety percent (90%) of the votes at a general meeting of the subsidiary.

 

The consent of each holder of a fixed or floating security interest over a constituent company is required unless this requirement is waived by a court in the Cayman Islands.

 

Save in certain limited circumstances, a shareholder of a Cayman constituent company who dissents from the merger or consolidation is entitled to payment of the fair value of his shares (which, if not agreed between the parties, will be determined by the Cayman Islands court) upon dissenting to the merger or consolidation, provided the dissenting shareholder complies strictly with the procedures set out in the Companies Act. The exercise of dissenter rights will preclude the exercise by the dissenting shareholder of any other rights to which he or she might otherwise be entitled by virtue of holding shares, save for the right to seek relief on the grounds that the merger or consolidation is void or unlawful.

 

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Separate from the statutory provisions relating to mergers and consolidations, the Companies Act also contains statutory provisions that facilitate the reconstruction and amalgamation of companies by way of schemes of arrangement, provided that the arrangement is approved by seventy-five per cent in value of the members or class of members, as the case may be, with whom the arrangement is to be made and a majority in number of each class of creditors with whom the arrangement is to be made, and who must in addition represent seventy-five per cent in value of each such class of creditors, as the case may be, that are present and voting either in person or by proxy at a meeting, or meetings, convened for that purpose. The convening of the meetings and subsequently the arrangement must be sanctioned by the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands. While a dissenting shareholder has the right to express to the court the view that the transaction ought not to be approved, the court can be expected to approve the arrangement if it determines that:

 

●the statutory provisions as to the required majority vote have been met;

 

●the shareholders have been fairly represented at the meeting in question and the statutory majority are acting bona fide without coercion of the minority to promote interests adverse to those of the class;

 

●the arrangement is such that may be reasonably approved by an intelligent and honest man of that class acting in respect of his interest; and

 

●the arrangement is not one that would more properly be sanctioned under some other provision of the Companies Act.

 

The Companies Act also contains a statutory power of compulsory acquisition which may facilitate the “squeeze out” of a dissentient minority shareholder upon a tender offer. When a tender offer is made and accepted by holders of 90% of the shares affected within four months, the offeror may, within a two-month period commencing on the expiration of such four-month period, require the holders of the remaining shares to transfer such shares to the offeror on the terms of the offer. An objection can be made to the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands but this is unlikely to succeed in the case of an offer which has been so approved unless there is evidence of fraud, bad faith or collusion.

 

If an arrangement and reconstruction by way of scheme of arrangement is thus approved and sanctioned, or if a tender offer is made and accepted, in accordance with the foregoing statutory procedures, a dissenting shareholder would have no rights comparable to appraisal rights, save that objectors to a takeover offer may apply to the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands for various orders that the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands has a broad discretion to make, which would otherwise ordinarily be available to dissenting shareholders of Delaware corporations, providing rights to receive payment in cash for the judicially determined value of the shares.

 

The Companies Act also contains statutory provisions which provide that a company may present a petition to the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands for the appointment of a restructuring officer on the grounds that the company (a) is or is likely to become unable to pay its debts within the meaning of section 93 of the Companies Act; and (b) intends to present a compromise or arrangement to its creditors (or classes thereof) either, pursuant to the Companies Act, the law of a foreign country or by way of a consensual restructuring. The petition may be presented by a company acting by its directors, without a resolution of its members or an express power in its articles of association. On hearing such a petition, the Cayman Islands court may, among other things, make an order appointing a restructuring officer or make any other order as the court thinks fit.

 

Shareholders’ Suits. In principle, we will normally be the proper plaintiff and as a general rule a derivative action may not be brought by a minority shareholder. However, based on English authorities, which would in all likelihood be of persuasive authority in the Cayman Islands, the Cayman Islands courts can be expected to follow and apply the common law principles (namely the rule in Foss v. Harbottle and the exceptions thereto) so that a non-controlling shareholder may be permitted to commence a class action against or derivative actions in the name of the company to challenge actions where:

 

●a company acts or proposes to act illegally or ultra vires;

 

●the act complained of, although not ultra vires, could only be effected duly if authorized by more than the number of votes which have actually been obtained; and

 

●those who control the company are perpetrating a “fraud on the minority.”

 

A shareholder may have a direct right of action against us where the individual rights of that shareholder have been infringed or are about to be infringed.

 

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Indemnification of Directors and Executive Officers and Limitation of Liability. Cayman Islands law does not limit the extent to which a company’s memorandum and articles of association may provide for indemnification of officers and directors, except to the extent any such provision may be held by the Cayman Islands courts to be contrary to public policy, such as to provide indemnification against civil fraud or the consequences of committing a crime. Our Memorandum and Articles of Association provide to the extent permitted by law, that we shall indemnify each existing or former secretary, director (including alternate director), and any of our other officers (including an investment adviser or an administrator or liquidator) and their personal representatives against: (a) all actions, proceedings, costs, charges, expenses, losses, damages or liabilities incurred or sustained by the existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary or officer in or about the conduct of our business or affairs or in the execution or discharge of the existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary’s or officer’s duties, powers, authorities or discretions; and (b) without limitation to paragraph (a) above, all costs, expenses, losses or liabilities incurred by the existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary or officer in defending (whether successfully or otherwise) any civil, criminal, administrative or investigative proceedings (whether threatened, pending or completed) concerning us or our affairs in any court or tribunal whether in the Cayman Islands or elsewhere. No such existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary or officer, however, shall be indemnified in respect of any matter arising out of his own actual fraud, willful default or willful neglect. To the extent permitted by law, we may make a payment, or agree to make a payment, whether by way of advance, loan or otherwise, for any legal costs incurred by an existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary or any of our officers in respect of any matter identified in above on condition that the director (including alternate director), secretary or officer must repay the amount paid by us to the extent that we are ultimately found not liable to indemnify the director (including alternate director), the secretary or that officer for those legal costs. This standard of conduct is generally the same as permitted under the Delaware General Corporation Law for a Delaware corporation.

 

In addition, we have entered into indemnification agreements with our directors and executive officers that provide such persons with additional indemnification beyond that provided in our Memorandum and Articles of Association.

 

Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to our directors, officers or persons controlling us under the foregoing provisions, we have been informed that in the opinion of the SEC, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is therefore unenforceable.

 

Directors’ Fiduciary Duties. Under Delaware corporate law, a director of a Delaware corporation has a fiduciary duty to the corporation and its shareholders. This duty has two components: the duty of care and the duty of loyalty. The duty of care requires that a director act in good faith, with the care that an ordinarily prudent person would exercise under similar circumstances. Under this duty, a director must inform himself of, and disclose to shareholders, all material information reasonably available regarding a significant transaction. The duty of loyalty requires that a director acts in a manner he reasonably believes to be in the best interests of the corporation. He must not use his corporate position for personal gain or advantage. This duty prohibits self-dealing by a director and mandates that the best interest of the corporation and its shareholders take precedence over any interest possessed by a director, officer or controlling shareholder and not shared by the shareholders generally. In general, actions of a director are presumed to have been made on an informed basis, in good faith and in the honest belief that the action taken was in the best interests of the corporation. However, this presumption may be rebutted by evidence of a breach of one of the fiduciary duties. Should such evidence be presented concerning a transaction by a director, the director must prove the procedural fairness of the transaction, and that the transaction was of fair value to the corporation.

 

As a matter of Cayman Islands law, a director of a Cayman Islands company is in the position of a fiduciary with respect to the company and therefore it is considered that he owes the following duties to the company — a duty to act in good faith in the best interests of the company, a duty not to make a personal profit based on his position as director (unless the company permits him to do so), a duty not to put himself in a position where the interests of the company conflict with his personal interest or his duty to a third party and a duty to exercise powers for the purpose for which such powers were intended. A director of a Cayman Islands company owes to the company a duty to act with skill, care and diligence. It was previously considered that a director need not exhibit in the performance of his duties a greater degree of skill, care and diligence than may reasonably be expected from a person of his knowledge and experience. However, English and Commonwealth courts have moved towards an objective standard with regard to the required skill, care and diligence in keeping with a standard of care commensurate with any particular skill they have which enables them to meet a higher standard than a director without those skills and these authorities are likely to be followed in the Cayman Islands.

 

Shareholder Action by Written Consent. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation may eliminate the right of shareholders to act by written consent by amendment to its certificate of incorporation. Cayman Islands law permits us to eliminate the right of shareholders to act by written consent and our Articles of Association provide that any action required or permitted to be taken at any general meetings may be taken upon the vote of shareholders at a general meeting duly noticed and convened in accordance with our Articles of Association and shareholders may also approve corporate matters by way of a unanimous written resolution without a meeting being held.

 

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Shareholder Proposals. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a shareholder has the right to put any proposal before the annual meeting of shareholders, provided it complies with the notice provisions in the governing documents. A special meeting may be called by the Board or any other person authorized to do so in the governing documents, but shareholders may be precluded from calling special meetings.

 

The Companies Act does not provide shareholders with any right to requisition a general meeting or to put any proposal before a general meeting. However, these rights may be provided in a company’s articles of association. Our Articles of Association allow our shareholders holding shares which carry in aggregate not less than one-third of all votes attaching to the issued and outstanding shares of our company entitled to vote at general meetings to requisition an extraordinary general meeting of our shareholders, in which case our board is obliged to convene an extraordinary general meeting and to put the resolutions so requisitioned to a vote at such meeting. Other than this right to requisition a shareholders’ meeting, our Articles of Association do not provide our shareholders with any other right to put proposals before annual general meetings or extraordinary general meetings. As an exempted Cayman Islands company, we are not obliged by law to call shareholders’ annual general meetings. However, our Memorandum and Articles of Association require us to call such meetings every year if required by the NYSE American rules.

 

Cumulative Voting. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, cumulative voting for elections of directors is not permitted unless the corporation’s certificate of incorporation specifically provides for it. Cumulative voting potentially facilitates the representation of minority shareholders on a Board since it permits the minority shareholder to cast all the votes to which the shareholder is entitled on a single director, which increases the shareholder’s voting power with respect to electing such director. There are no prohibitions in relation to cumulative voting under the laws of the Cayman Islands but our of Association do not provide for cumulative voting. As a result, our shareholders are not afforded any less protections or rights on this issue than shareholders of a Delaware corporation.

 

Removal of Directors. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a director of a corporation with a classified board may be removed only for cause with the approval of a majority of the outstanding shares entitled to vote, unless the certificate of incorporation provides otherwise. Under our Articles of Association, subject to certain restrictions as contained therein, directors may be removed with or without cause, by an ordinary resolution of our shareholders. An appointment of a director may be on terms that the director shall automatically retire from office (unless he has sooner vacated office) at the next or a subsequent annual general meeting or upon any specified event or after any specified period in a written agreement between the company and the director, if any; but no such term shall be implied in the absence of express provision. Under our Articles of Association, a director’s office shall be vacated if the director (i) becomes bankrupt or has a receiving order made against him or suspends payment or compounds with his creditors; (ii) is found to be or becomes of unsound mind or dies; (iii) resigns his office by notice in writing to the company; (iv) without special leave of absence from our Board, is absent from meetings of the board for a continuous period of six months; (v) is prohibited by law from being a director or; (vi) is removed from office pursuant to the laws of the Cayman Islands or any other provisions of our Memorandum and Articles of Association.

 

Transactions with Interested Shareholders. The Delaware General Corporation Law contains a business combination statute applicable to Delaware corporations whereby, unless the corporation has specifically elected not to be governed by such statute by amendment to its certificate of incorporation, it is prohibited from engaging in certain business combinations with an “interested shareholder” for three years following the date that such person becomes an interested shareholder. An interested shareholder generally is a person or a group who or which owns or owned 15% or more of the target’s outstanding voting shares within the past three years. This has the effect of limiting the ability of a potential acquirer to make a two-tiered bid for the target in which all shareholders would not be treated equally. The statute does not apply if, among other things, prior to the date on which such shareholder becomes an interested shareholder, the Board approves either the business combination or the transaction which resulted in the person becoming an interested shareholder. This encourages any potential acquirer of a Delaware corporation to negotiate the terms of any acquisition transaction with the target’s Board.

 

Cayman Islands law has no comparable statute. As a result, we cannot avail ourselves of the types of protections afforded by the Delaware business combination statute. However, although Cayman Islands law does not regulate transactions between a company and its significant shareholders, it does provide that such transactions must be entered into bona fide in the best interests of the company and not with the effect of constituting a fraud on the minority shareholders.

 

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Dissolution; Winding up. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, unless the Board approves the proposal to dissolve, dissolution must be approved by shareholders holding 100% of the total voting power of the corporation. Only if the dissolution is initiated by the Board may it be approved by a simple majority of the corporation’s outstanding shares. Delaware law allows a Delaware corporation to include in its certificate of incorporation a supermajority voting requirement in connection with dissolutions initiated by the board.

 

Under Cayman Islands law, a company may be wound up by either an order of the courts of the Cayman Islands or by a special resolution of its members or, if the company is unable to pay its debts as they fall due, by an ordinary resolution of its members. The court has authority to order winding up in a number of specified circumstances including where it is, in the opinion of the court, just and equitable to do so.

 

Variation of Rights of Shares. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation may vary the rights of a class of shares with the approval of a majority of the outstanding shares of such class, unless the certificate of incorporation provides otherwise. Under our Articles of Association, if our share capital is divided into more than one class of shares, the rights attached to any such class may be varied with the sanction of a resolution passed by a majority of two-thirds of the votes cast at a separate meeting of the holders of the shares of that class or by consent in writing from the shareholders holding not less than fifty percent of the issued shares of that class.

 

Amendment of Governing Documents. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation’s governing documents may be amended with the approval of a majority of the outstanding shares entitled to vote, unless the certificate of incorporation provides otherwise. Under Cayman Islands law, our Memorandum and Articles of Association may only be amended with a special resolution of our shareholders.

 

Rights of Non-resident or Foreign Shareholders. There are no limitations imposed by our Memorandum and Articles of Association on the rights of non-resident or foreign shareholders to hold or exercise voting rights on our shares. In addition, there are no provisions in our Memorandum and Articles of Association governing the ownership threshold above which shareholder ownership must be disclosed.

 

1. Cayman Islands Data Protection

 

We have certain duties under the Data Protection Act (as revised) of the Cayman Islands, or the DPA, based on internationally accepted principles of data privacy.

 

Privacy Notice

 

This privacy notice puts our shareholders on notice that through your investment into us you will provide us with certain personal information which constitutes personal data within the meaning of the DPA, or personal data.

 

Investor Data

 

We will collect, use, disclose, retain and secure personal data to the extent reasonably required only and within the parameters that could be reasonably expected during the normal course of business. We will only process, disclose, transfer or retain personal data to the extent legitimately required to conduct our activities of on an ongoing basis or to comply with legal and regulatory obligations to which we are subject. We will only transfer personal data in accordance with the requirements of the DPA, and will apply appropriate technical and organizational information security measures designed to protect against unauthorized or unlawful processing of the personal data and against the accidental loss, destruction or damage to the personal data.

 

In our use of this personal data, we will be characterized as a “data controller” for the purposes of the DPA, while our affiliates and service providers who may receive this personal data from us in the conduct of our activities may either act as our “data processors” for the purposes of the DPA or may process personal information for their own lawful purposes in connection with services provided to us.

 

We may also obtain personal data from other public sources. Personal data includes, without limitation, the following information relating to a shareholder and/or any individuals connected with a shareholder as an investor: name, residential address, email address, contact details, corporate contact information, signature, nationality, place of birth, date of birth, tax identification, credit history, correspondence records, passport number, bank account details, source of funds details and details relating to the shareholder’s investment activity.

 

Who this Affects

 

If you are a natural person, this will affect you directly. If you are a corporate investor (including, for these purposes, legal arrangements such as trusts or exempted limited partnerships) that provides us with personal data on individuals connected to you for any reason in relation your investment in us, this will be relevant for those individuals and you should transit the content of this Privacy Notice to such individuals or otherwise advise them of its content.

 

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How We May Use a Shareholder’s Personal Data

 

We may, as the data controller, collect, store and use personal data for lawful purposes, including, in particular: (i) where this is necessary for the performance of our rights and obligations under any agreements; (ii) where this is necessary for compliance with a legal and regulatory obligation to which we are or may be subject (such as compliance with anti-money laundering and FATCA/CRS requirements); and/or (iii) where this is necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests and such interests are not overridden by your interests, fundamental rights or freedoms.

 

Should we wish to use personal data for other specific purposes (including, if applicable, any purpose that requires your consent), we will contact you.

 

Why We May Transfer Your Personal Data

 

In certain circumstances we may be legally obliged to share personal data and other information with respect to your shareholding with the relevant regulatory authorities such as the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority or the Tax Information Authority. They, in turn, may exchange this information with foreign authorities, including tax authorities.

 

We anticipate disclosing personal data to persons who provide services to us and their respective affiliates (which may include certain entities located outside the US, the Cayman Islands or the European Economic Area), who will process your personal data on our behalf.

 

The Data Protection Measures We Take

 

Any transfer of personal data by us or our duly authorized affiliates and/or delegates outside of the Cayman Islands shall be in accordance with the requirements of the DPA.

 

We and our duly authorized affiliates and/or delegates shall apply appropriate technical and organizational information security measures designed to protect against unauthorized or unlawful processing of personal data, and against accidental loss or destruction of, or damage to, personal data.

 

We shall notify you of any personal data breach that is reasonably likely to result in a risk to your interests, fundamental rights or freedoms or those data subjects to whom the relevant personal data relates.

 

Contacting the Company

 

For further information on the collection, use, disclosure, transfer or processing of your personal data or the exercise of any of the rights listed above, please contact us through our website at www.phaostech.com or through phone number +65 (6250 3877).

 

2. AML

 

Anti-Money Laundering Matters

 

In order to comply with legislation or regulations aimed at the prevention of money laundering, the Company may be required to adopt and maintain anti-money laundering procedures, and may require subscribers to provide evidence to verify their identity. Where permitted, and subject to certain conditions, the Company may also delegate the maintenance of our anti-money laundering procedures (including the acquisition of due diligence information) to a suitable person.

 

The Company reserves the right to request such information as is necessary to verify the identity of a subscriber. In the event of delay or failure on the part of the subscriber in producing any information required for verification purposes, we may refuse to accept the application, in which case any funds received will be returned without interest to the account from which they were originally debited.

 

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SHARES ELIGIBLE FOR FUTURE SALE

 

Upon completion of this offering, we will have [●] Class A Ordinary Shares issued and outstanding.

 

All of the Class A Ordinary Shares sold in this offering by the Company and by the Selling Shareholders will be freely transferable in the United States, without restriction or further registration under the Securities Act, by persons other than our “affiliates.” Rule 144 of the Securities Act defines an “affiliate” of a company as a person that, directly or indirectly, through one or more intermediaries, controls or is controlled by, or is under common control with, our Company. All of our Class A Ordinary Shares outstanding immediately prior to the completion of this offering are “restricted securities” as that term is defined in Rule 144 because they were issued in a transaction or series of transactions not involving a public offering. Restricted securities may be sold only if they are the subject of an effective registration statement under the Securities Act or if they are sold pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirement of the Securities Act such as those provided for in Rules 144 promulgated under the Securities Act, which rule is summarized below. Restricted shares may also be sold outside of the United States to non-U.S. persons in accordance with Rule 904 of Regulation S under the Securities Act. This prospectus may not be used in connection with any resale of our Class A Ordinary Shares acquired in this offering by our affiliates.

 

Sales of substantial amounts of our Class A Ordinary Shares in the public market could adversely affect prevailing market prices of our Class A Ordinary Shares. Prior to this offering, there has been no public market for our Class A Ordinary Shares, and while we plan to apply to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on NYSE American, we cannot assure you that a regular trading market will develop in the Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Lock-Up Agreements

 

The Company, on behalf of itself and any successor entity, agrees that, without the prior written consent of the representative, it will not, for a period of 180 days after the date of this prospectus, (i) offer, pledge, sell, contract to sell, sell any option or contract to purchase, purchase any notion or contract to sell, grant any option, right or warrant to purchase, lead, or otherwise transfer or dispose of directly or indirectly, any share of capital share of the Company or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital share of the Company; (ii) file or caused to be filed any registration statement with the SEC relating to the offering of any shares of capital share of the Company of any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital shares of the company; (iii) complete any offering of debt securities of the Company, other than entering into a line of credit with a traditional bank or (iv) enter into any swap or other arrangement that transfers to another, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of capital share of the Company, whether any such transaction described in clause (i), (ii), (iii) or (iv) above is to be settled by delivery of shares of capital share of the Company or such other securities, in such or otherwise.

 

Our directors, executive officers and shareholders have agreed, subject to limited exceptions set forth below, not to offer, pledge, sell, contract to sell, sell any option or contract to purchase, purchase any option or contract to sell, grant any option, right or warrant to purchase, lend, or otherwise transfer or dispose of, directly or indirectly, any shares of capital stock of the Company or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital stock of the Company (the “Lock-Up Securities”), that transfers, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of our Class A Ordinary Shares or such other securities for a period of 180 days after the date of this prospectus, except for the Selling Shareholders with respect to their [900,090] Ordinary Shares sold in this offering, without the prior written consent of the representative.

 

Notwithstanding the foregoing to the contrary and subject to the conditions below, a holder may transfer Lock-Up Securities without the prior written consent of the representative in connection with (a) transactions relating to Lock-Up Securities acquired in open market transactions after the completion of the Public Offering; provided that no filing under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act, shall be required or shall be voluntarily made in connection with subsequent sales of Lock-Up Securities acquired in such open market transactions; (b) transfers of Lock-Up Securities (i) as a bona fide gift, by will or intestacy, (ii) by operation of law, such as pursuant to a qualified domestic order or as required by a divorce settlement, or (iii) to a family member or trust for the benefit of a family member (for purposes hereof, “family member” means any relationship by blood, marriage or adoption, not more remote than first cousin); (c) transfers of Lock-Up Securities to a charity or educational institution; or (d) if the holder, directly or indirectly, controls a corporation, partnership, limited liability company or other business entity, any transfers of Lock-Up Securities to any shareholder, partner or member of, or owner of similar equity interests in, the undersigned, as the case may be; provided that in the case of any transfer pursuant to the foregoing clauses (b), (c) or (d), (i) any such transfer shall not involve a disposition for value, (ii) each transferee shall sign and deliver to the representative a lock-up agreement substantially in the form of this lock-up agreement and (ii) no filing under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act shall be required or shall be voluntarily made.

 

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Rule 144

 

In general, under Rule 144 as currently in effect, once we have been subject to the public company reporting requirements of Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Exchange Act for at least 90 days, persons who are not our affiliates and have beneficially owned our Class A Ordinary Shares for more than six months but not more than one year may sell such Class A Ordinary Shares without registration under the Securities Act subject to the availability of current public information about us. Persons who are not our affiliates and have beneficially owned our Class A Ordinary Shares for more than one year may freely sell our Class A Ordinary Shares without registration under the Securities Act. Persons who are our affiliates (including persons beneficially owning 10% or more of our outstanding shares), and have beneficially owned our Class A Ordinary Shares for at least six months, may sell within any three-month period a number of restricted securities that does not exceed the greater of the following:

 

●1.0% of the then outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares; or

 

●The average weekly trading volume of our Class A Ordinary Shares during the four calendar weeks preceding the date on which notice of the sale on Form 144 is filed with the SEC by such person.

 

Such sales are also subject to manner-of-sale provisions, notice requirements and the availability of current public information about us. In addition, in each case, these shares would remain subject to any applicable lock-up arrangements and would only become eligible for sale when the lock-up period expires.

 

MATERIAL TAX CONSIDERATIONS

 

The following summary of certain Cayman Islands and U.S. federal income tax consequences of an investment in our Class A Ordinary Shares is based upon laws and relevant interpretations thereof in effect as of the date of this prospectus, all of which are subject to change. This summary does not deal with all possible tax consequences relating to an investment in the Class A Ordinary Shares, such as the tax consequences under U.S. state and local tax laws or under the tax laws of jurisdictions other than the Cayman Islands and the United States. You are encouraged to consult your own tax advisors concerning the overall tax consequences arising in your own particular situation under U.S. federal, state, local or foreign law of the ownership of our Class A Ordinary Shares. To the extent that this discussion relates to matters of Cayman Islands tax law, it is the opinion of Ogier, our counsel as to Cayman Islands law.

 

Cayman Islands Tax Considerations

 

The Cayman Islands currently levies no taxes on individuals or corporations based upon profits, income, gains or appreciation and there is no taxation in the nature of inheritance tax or estate duty. There are no other taxes likely to be material to us levied by the government of the Cayman Islands except for stamp duties which may be applicable on instruments executed in, or, after execution, brought within the jurisdiction of the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands is a party to a double tax treaty entered into with the United Kingdom in 2010 but otherwise is not party to any double tax treaties applicable to any payments made to or by the Company. There are no exchange control regulations or currency restrictions in the Cayman Islands.

 

Payments of dividends and capital in respect of our Class A Ordinary Shares will not be subject to taxation in the Cayman Islands and no withholding will be required on the payment of a dividend or capital to any holder of our Class A Ordinary Shares, nor will gains derived from the disposal of our Class A Ordinary Shares be subject to Cayman Islands income or corporation tax.

 

Under the laws of the Cayman Islands, no stamp duty is payable in the Cayman Islands on the issue of shares by, or any transfers of shares of, Cayman Islands companies (except those which hold interests in land in the Cayman Islands), provided such instrument of transfer is not executed in, or after execution, brought within the jurisdiction of the Cayman Islands.

 

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United States Federal Income Tax Considerations

 

The following discussion is a summary of U.S. federal income tax considerations generally applicable to the ownership and disposition of our Class A Ordinary Shares by U.S. Holders (as defined below) that acquire our Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering and hold our Class A Ordinary Shares as “capital assets” (generally, property held for investment) under the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). This discussion is based upon existing United States federal income tax law which is subject to differing interpretations or change, possibly with retroactive effect. There can be no assurance that the Internal Revenue Service, or the IRS, or a court will not take a contrary position. This discussion does not address all aspects of United States federal income taxation that may be relevant to particular investors in light of their specific circumstances, including investors subject to special tax rules (for example, certain financial institutions (including banks), cooperatives, pension plans, insurance companies, broker-dealers, traders in securities that have elected the mark-to-market method of accounting for their securities, partnerships and their partners, regulated investment companies, real estate investment trusts, and tax-exempt organizations (including private foundations)), investors who are not U.S. Holders, investors who own (directly, indirectly, or constructively) 10% or more of our stock (by vote or value), investors that will hold their Class A Ordinary Shares as part of a straddle, hedge, conversion, constructive sale, or other integrated transaction for United States federal income tax purposes, or U.S. Holders that have a functional currency other than the U.S. dollar, all of whom may be subject to tax rules that differ significantly from those summarized below. In addition, this discussion does not discuss any non-United States tax, state or local tax, or non-income tax (such as the U.S. federal gift or estate tax) considerations, or any consequences under the alternative minimum tax or Medicare tax on net investment income. Each U.S. Holder is urged to consult its tax advisor regarding the United States federal, state, local, and non-United States income and other tax considerations of an investment in our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Singapore Tax Considerations

 

The following discussion is a summary of material Singapore income tax, stamp duty and estate duty considerations relevant to the purchase, ownership and disposition of our Class A Ordinary Shares by an investor who is not tax resident or domiciled in Singapore and who does not carry on business or otherwise have a presence in Singapore. The statements made herein regarding taxation are based on certain aspects of the tax laws of Singapore and administrative guidelines issued by the relevant authorities in force as of the date hereof and are subject to any changes in such laws or administrative guidelines, or in the interpretation of those laws or guidelines, occurring after such date, which changes could be made on a retroactive basis. The statements made herein do not describe all of the tax considerations that may be relevant to all our shareholders, some of which (such as dealers in securities) may be subject to different rules. The statements are not intended to be and do not constitute legal or tax advice and no assurance can be given that courts or fiscal authorities responsible for the administration of such laws will agree with the interpretation adopted therein. Each prospective investor should consult an independent tax advisor regarding all Singapore income and other tax consequences applicable to them from owning or disposing of our Class A Ordinary Shares in light of the investor’s particular circumstances.

 

Income Taxation Under Singapore Law

 

Dividend Distributions with Respect to Class A Ordinary Shares

 

On the basis that a company is not tax resident in Singapore for Singapore tax purposes, dividends paid by the company should generally be considered as sourced outside Singapore (unless our Class A Ordinary Shares are held as part of a trade or business carried on in Singapore in which event the holders of such shares may be taxed on the dividends as they are derived).

 

Foreign-sourced dividends received or deemed received in Singapore by an individual not resident in Singapore would be exempt from Singapore income tax. This exemption will also apply in the case of a Singapore tax resident individual who receives such foreign-sourced income in Singapore (except where such income is received through a partnership in Singapore).

 

Foreign-sourced dividends received or deemed received by corporate investors in Singapore will be liable for Singapore tax. However, if the conditions for the exemption of specified foreign-sourced income are met, foreign-sourced dividends received by corporate investors resident in Singapore would be exempt from Singapore tax.

 

Foreign-sourced dividends received or deemed received in Singapore on or after June 1, 2003 by a Singapore resident corporate taxpayer is exempt from tax, provided certain prescribed conditions are met, including the following:

 

(a)such income is subject to tax of a similar character to income tax under the law of the jurisdiction from which such income is received;

 

(b)at the time the income is received in Singapore, the highest rate of tax of a similar character to income tax (by whatever name called) levied under the law of the territory from which the income is received on any gains or profits from any trade or business carried on by any company in that territory at that time is not less than 15%; and

 

(c)the Comptroller of Income Tax is satisfied that the tax exemption would be beneficial to the person resident in Singapore.

 

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In the case of dividends paid by a company resident in a territory from which the dividends are received, the “subject to tax condition” in (a) above is considered met where tax is paid in that territory by such company in respect of its income out of which such dividends are paid or tax is paid on such dividends in that territory from which such dividends are received. Certain concessions and clarifications have also been announced by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (“IRAS”) with respect to the above conditions.

 

Capital Gains upon Disposition of Class A Ordinary Shares

 

Under current Singapore tax law, there is no tax on capital gains. As such, any profits from the disposal of our Class A Ordinary Shares would not ordinarily be taxable in Singapore. However, there are no specific laws or regulations which deal with the characterization of whether a gain is income or capital in nature. If the gains from the disposal of Class A Ordinary Shares are construed to be of an income nature (which could be the case if, for instance, the gains arise from activities which the IRAS regards as carrying on a trade or business in Singapore), the disposal profits would be taxable as income rather than capital gains. As the precise status of each prospective investor will vary from one another, each prospective investor should consult an independent tax advisor on the Singapore income tax and other tax consequences that will apply to their individual circumstances.

 

Subject to certain conditions being satisfied, gains derived by a company from the disposal of our Class A Ordinary Shares between the period of June 1, 2012 and December 31, 2027 (inclusive of both dates) will not be subject to Singapore income tax, if the divesting company holds a minimum shareholding of 20% of our Class A Ordinary Shares and these shares have been held for a continuous minimum period of 24 months. For disposals during the period from June 1, 2012 and May 31, 2022 (inclusive of both dates), this exemption would not apply to the disposal of unlisted shares in a company that is in the business of trading or holding immovable properties in Singapore (excluding property development). For disposals during the period from June 1, 2022 and December 31, 2027 (inclusive of both dates), this exemption would not apply to the disposal of unlisted shares in a company that is in the business of trading, holding or developing immovable properties in Singapore or abroad.

 

Stamp Duty

 

There is no Singapore stamp duty payable in respect of the issuance or holding of our Class A Ordinary Shares. Singapore stamp duty will be payable if there is an instrument of transfer of our Class A Ordinary Shares executed in Singapore or if there is an instrument of transfer executed outside of Singapore which is received in Singapore. Under Singapore law, stamp duty is not applicable to electronic transfers of our shares effected on a book entry basis outside Singapore. We therefore expect that no Singapore stamp duty will be payable in respect of Class A Ordinary Shares purchased by U.S. holders in this offering assuming that they are acquired solely in book entry form through the facility outside Singapore established by our transfer agent and registrar outside Singapore.

 

Where shares evidenced in certificated form are transferred and an instrument of transfer is executed (whether physically or in the form of an electronic instrument) in Singapore or outside Singapore and which is received in Singapore, Singapore stamp duty is payable on the instrument of transfer for the sale of our Class A Ordinary Shares at the rate of 0.2% of the consideration for, or market value of, the transferred shares, whichever is higher. The Singapore stamp duty is borne by the purchaser unless there is an agreement to the contrary. Where the instrument of transfer is executed outside of Singapore and is received in Singapore, Singapore stamp duty must be paid within 30 days of receipt of the instrument of transfer in Singapore. Electronic instruments that are executed outside Singapore are treated as received in Singapore in any of the following scenarios: (a) it is retrieved or accessed by a person in Singapore; (b) an electronic copy of it is stored on a device (including a computer) and brought into Singapore; or (c) an electronic copy of it is stored on a computer in Singapore. Where the instrument of transfer is executed in Singapore, Singapore stamp duty must be paid within 14 days of the execution of the instrument of transfer.

 

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General

 

For purposes of this discussion, a “U.S. Holder” is a beneficial owner of our Class A Ordinary Shares that is, for United States federal income tax purposes, (i) an individual who is a citizen or resident of the United States, (ii) a corporation (or other entity treated as a corporation for United States federal income tax purposes) created in, or organized under the laws of, the United States or any state thereof or the District of Columbia, (iii) an estate the income of which is includible in gross income for United States federal income tax purposes regardless of its source, or (iv) a trust (A) the administration of which is subject to the primary supervision of a United States court and which has one or more United States persons who have the authority to control all substantial decisions of the trust or (B) that has otherwise validly elected to be treated as a United States person under the Code.

 

If a partnership (or other entity or arrangement treated as a partnership for United States federal income tax purposes) is a beneficial owner of our Class A Ordinary Shares, the tax treatment of a partner in the partnership will generally depend upon the status of the partner as a U.S. Holder, as described above, and the activities of the partnership. Partnerships holding our Class A Ordinary Shares and partners in such partnerships are urged to consult their tax advisors as to the particular United States federal income tax consequences of an investment in our Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

Dividends

 

The entire amount of any cash distribution paid with respect to our Class A Ordinary Shares (including the amount of any non-U.S. taxes withheld therefrom, if any) generally will constitute dividends to the extent such distributions are paid out of our current or accumulated earnings and profits, as determined under United States federal income tax principles, and generally will be taxed as ordinary income in the year received by such U.S. Holder. To the extent amounts paid as distributions on the Class A Ordinary Shares exceed our current or accumulated earnings and profits, such distributions will not be dividends, but instead will be treated first as a tax-free return of capital to the extent of the U.S. Holder’s adjusted tax basis, determined for federal income tax purposes, in the Class A Ordinary Shares with respect to which the distribution is made, and thereafter as capital gain. However, we do not intend to compute (or to provide U.S. Holders with the information necessary to compute) our earnings and profits under United States federal income tax principles. Accordingly, a U.S. Holder will be unable to establish that a distribution is not out of earnings and profits and should expect to treat the full amount of each distribution as a “dividend” for United States federal income tax purposes.

 

Any dividends that we pay will generally be treated as income from foreign sources for United States foreign tax credit purposes and will generally constitute passive category income. Depending on the U.S. Holder’s particular facts and circumstances, a U.S. Holder may be eligible, subject to a number of complex limitations, to claim a foreign tax credit in respect of any foreign withholding taxes imposed (at a rate not exceeding any applicable treaty rate) on dividends received on our Class A Ordinary Shares. A U.S. Holder who does not elect to claim a foreign tax credit for foreign tax withheld may instead claim a deduction, for United States federal income tax purposes, in respect of such withholdings, but only for a year in which such U.S. Holder elects to do so for all creditable foreign income taxes. The rules governing the foreign tax credit are complex. U.S. Holders are advised to consult their tax advisors regarding the availability of the foreign tax credit under their particular circumstances.

 

Dividends paid in non-U.S. currency will be included in the gross income of a U.S. Holder in a U.S. dollar amount calculated by reference to a spot market exchange rate in effect on the date that the dividends are received by the U.S. Holder, regardless of whether such foreign currency is in fact converted into U.S. dollars on such date. Such U.S. Holder will have a tax basis for United States federal income tax purposes in the foreign currency received equal to that U.S. dollar value. If such dividends are converted into U.S. dollars on the date of receipt, a U.S. Holder generally should not be required to recognize foreign currency gain or loss in respect thereof. If the foreign currency so received is not converted into U.S. dollars on the date of receipt, such U.S. Holder will have a basis in the foreign currency equal to its U.S. dollar value on the date of receipt. Any gain or loss on a subsequent conversion or other disposition of the foreign currency generally will be treated as ordinary income or loss to such U.S. Holder and generally will be income or loss from sources within the United States for foreign tax credit limitation purposes. U.S. Holders should consult their own tax advisors regarding the treatment of foreign currency gain or loss, if any, on any foreign currency received by a U.S. Holder that are converted into U.S. dollars on a date subsequent to receipt.

 

Sale or Other Disposition of Class A Ordinary Shares

 

A U.S. Holder will generally recognize capital gain or loss upon a sale or other disposition of Class A Ordinary Shares, in an amount equal to the difference between the amount realized and the U.S. Holder’s adjusted tax basis, determined for federal income tax purposes, in such Class A Ordinary Shares, each amount determined in U.S. dollars. Any capital gain or loss will be long-term capital gain or loss if the Class A Ordinary Shares have been held for more than one year and will generally be United States source gain or loss for United States foreign tax credit purposes. The deductibility of a capital loss may be subject to limitations, particularly with regard to shareholders who are individuals. Each U.S. Holder is advised to consult its tax advisor regarding the tax consequences if a foreign tax is imposed on a disposition of our Class A Ordinary Shares, including the availability of the foreign tax credit under its particular circumstances.

 

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A U.S. Holder that receives Singapore dollars or another currency other than U.S. dollars on the disposition of our Class A Ordinary Shares will realize an amount equal to the U.S. dollar value of the non-U.S. currency received at the spot rate on the date of sale (or, if the Class A Ordinary Shares are traded on a recognized exchange and in the case of cash basis and electing accrual basis U.S. Holders, the settlement date). An accrual basis U.S. Holder that does not elect to determine the amount realized using the spot rate on the settlement date will recognize foreign currency gain or loss equal to the difference between the U.S. dollar value of the amount received based on the spot market exchange rates in effect on the date of sale or other disposition and the settlement date. A U.S. Holder will have a tax basis in the currency received equal to the U.S. dollar value of the currency received on the settlement date. Any gain or loss on a subsequent disposition or conversion of the currency will be United States source ordinary income or loss.

 

Passive Foreign Investment Company Considerations

 

For United States federal income tax purposes, a non-United States corporation, such as our Company, will be treated as a “passive foreign investment company,” or “PFIC” if, in the case of any particular taxable year, either (a) 75% or more of our gross income for such year consists of certain types of “passive” income or (b) 50% or more of the value of our assets (generally determined on the basis of a quarterly average) during such year produce or are held for the production of passive income. Based upon our current and expected income and assets (including goodwill and taking into account the expected proceeds from this offering) and the expected market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares following this offering, we do not expect to be a PFIC for the current taxable year or the foreseeable future.

 

However, while we do not expect to be or become a PFIC, no assurance can be given in this regard because the determination of whether we are or will become a PFIC for any taxable year is a fact-intensive inquiry made annually that depends, in part, upon the composition and classification of our income and assets. Fluctuations in the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may cause us to be or become a PFIC for the current or subsequent taxable years because the value of our assets for the purpose of the asset test, including the value of our goodwill and other unbooked intangibles, may be determined by reference to the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares (which may be volatile). The composition of our income and assets may also be affected by how, and how quickly, we use our liquid assets and the cash raised in this offering. It is also possible that the Internal Revenue Service may challenge our classification of certain income or assets for purposes of the analysis set forth in subparagraphs (a) and (b), above or the valuation of our goodwill and other unbooked intangibles, which may result in our company being or becoming a PFIC for the current or future taxable years.

 

If we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds our Class A Ordinary Shares, and unless the U.S. Holder makes a mark-to-market election (as described below), the U.S. Holder will generally be subject to special tax rules on (i) any excess distribution that we make to the U.S. Holder (which generally means any distribution paid during a taxable year to a U.S. Holder that is greater than 125% of the average annual distributions paid in the three preceding taxable years or, if shorter, the U.S. Holder’s holding period for the Class A Ordinary Shares), and (ii) any gain realized on the sale or other disposition, including, under certain circumstances, a pledge, of Class A Ordinary Shares. Under the PFIC rules:

 

●such excess distribution and/or gain will be allocated ratably over the U.S. Holder’s holding period for the Class A Ordinary Shares;

 

●such amount allocated to the current taxable year and any taxable years in the U.S. Holder’s holding period prior to the first taxable year in which we are a PFIC, each a pre-PFIC year, will be taxable as ordinary income;

 

●such amount allocated to each prior taxable year, other than a pre-PFIC year, will be subject to tax at the highest tax rate in effect applicable to the U.S. Holder for that year; and

 

●an interest charge generally applicable to underpayments of tax will be imposed on the tax attributable to each prior taxable year, other than a pre-PFIC year.

 

If we are a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds our Class A Ordinary Shares and we own any equity in a non-United States entity that is also a PFIC, or a lower-tier PFIC, such U.S. Holder would be treated as owning a proportionate amount (by value) of the shares of the lower-tier PFIC for purposes of the application of these rules. U.S. Holders are advised to consult their tax advisors regarding the application of the PFIC rules to any of the entities in which we may own equity.

 

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As an alternative to the foregoing rules, a U.S. Holder of “marketable stock” in a PFIC may make a mark-to-market election with respect to such stock, provided that certain requirements are met. The mark-to-market election is available only for stock that is regularly traded on a national securities exchange that is registered with the SEC, or on a foreign exchange or market that the IRS determines is a qualified exchange that has rules sufficient to ensure that the market price represents a legitimate and sound fair market value. Although we plan to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American, we cannot guarantee that our listing will be approved. Furthermore, we cannot guarantee that, once listed, our Class A Ordinary Shares will continue to be listed and regularly traded on such exchange. U.S. Holders are advised to consult their tax advisors as to whether the Class A Ordinary Shares are considered marketable for these purposes.

 

If an effective mark-to-market election is made with respect to our Class A Ordinary Shares, the U.S. Holder will generally (i) include as ordinary income for each taxable year that we are a PFIC the excess, if any, of the fair market value of Class A Ordinary Shares held at the end of the taxable year over its adjusted tax basis of such Class A Ordinary Shares and (ii) deduct as an ordinary loss the excess, if any, of its adjusted tax basis of the Class A Ordinary Shares held at the end of the taxable year over the fair market value of such Class A Ordinary Shares held at the end of the taxable year, but only to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the mark-to-market election. The U.S. Holder’s adjusted tax basis in the Class A Ordinary Shares would be adjusted to reflect any income or loss resulting from the mark-to-market election. If a U.S. Holder makes an effective mark-to-market election, in each year that we are a PFIC any gain recognized upon the sale or other disposition of the Class A Ordinary Shares will be treated as ordinary income and loss will be treated as ordinary loss, but only to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the mark-to-market election.

 

If a U.S. Holder makes a mark-to-market election in respect of a PFIC and such corporation ceases to be a PFIC, the U.S. Holder will not be required to take into account the mark-to-market gain or loss described above during any period that such corporation is not a PFIC.

 

Because a mark-to-market election generally cannot be made for any lower-tier PFICs that a PFIC may own, a U.S. Holder who makes a mark-to-market election with respect to our Class A Ordinary Shares may continue to be subject to the general PFIC rules with respect to such U.S. Holder’s indirect interest in any of our non-United States subsidiaries if any of them is a PFIC.

 

If a U.S. Holder owns our Class A Ordinary Shares during any taxable year that we are a PFIC, such holder would generally be required to file an annual IRS Form 8621. Each U.S. Holder is advised to consult its tax advisor regarding the potential tax consequences to such holder if we are or become a PFIC, including the possibility of making a mark-to-market election.

 

THE DISCUSSION ABOVE IS A GENERAL SUMMARY. IT DOES NOT COVER ALL TAX MATTERS THAT MAY BE OF IMPORTANCE TO A PARTICULAR INVESTOR. EACH PROSPECTIVE INVESTOR IN OUR CLASS A ORDINARY SHARES IS URGED TO CONSULT ITS OWN TAX ADVISER ABOUT THE TAX CONSEQUENCES TO IT OF OWNING AND DISPOSING OF OUR CLASS A ORDINARY SHARES IN LIGHT OF SUCH PROSPECTIVE INVESTOR’S OWN CIRCUMSTANCES.

 

Underwriting

 

In connection with this offering, we and the Selling Shareholders will enter into an underwriting agreement with Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc., as representative of the underwriters, or the representative, in this offering. The representative may retain other brokers or dealers to act as sub-agents or selected dealers on their behalf in connection with this offering. The underwriters have agreed to purchase [2,700,000] Class A Ordinary Shares from us and [900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares from the Selling Shareholders, at the offering price less the underwriting discounts set forth on the cover page of this prospectus.:

 

Name of Underwriters  

Number of

Class A Ordinary
Shares

 
Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc.     [3,600,090]  
Total        

 

The underwriters are committed to purchase all the Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus if they purchase any Class A Ordinary Shares. The underwriters are not obligated to purchase the Class A Ordinary Shares covered by the underwriter’s over-allotment option to purchase Class A Ordinary Shares as described below. The underwriters are offering the Class A Ordinary Shares, subject to prior sale, when, as, and if issued to and accepted by them, subject to approval of legal matters by their counsel and other conditions contained in the underwriting agreement, such as the receipt by the underwriters of officer’s certificates and legal opinions. The underwriters reserve the right to withdraw, cancel, or modify offers to the public and to reject orders in whole or in part.

 

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Pricing of this Offering

 

Prior to this offering, there has been no public market for our Class A Ordinary Shares. The offering price for our Class A Ordinary Shares will be determined through negotiations between us, the Selling Shareholders and the representative. Among the factors to be considered in these negotiations will be prevailing market conditions, our financial information, market valuations of other companies that we and the representative believe to be comparable to us, estimate of our business potential and earning prospects, the present state of our development, and other factors deemed relevant. The offering price of our Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering does not necessarily bear any direct relationship to the assets, operations, book value, or other established criteria of value of our company.

 

Over-Allotment Option

 

We have granted to the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an aggregate of additional Class A Ordinary Shares (equal to 15% of the number of Class A Ordinary Shares sold in the offering excluding shares subject to this option and excluding the [900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares offered by the Selling Shareholders) at the offering price per Class A Ordinary Share less underwriting discounts and commissions. The underwriters may exercise this option for 45 days from the date of closing of this offering solely to cover sales of Class A Ordinary Shares by the underwriters in excess of the total number of Class A Ordinary Shares set forth in the table above. If any of the additional Class A Ordinary Shares are purchased, the underwriters will offer the additional Class A Ordinary Shares at $[ ] per Class A Ordinary Share, the offering price of each Class A Ordinary Share.

 

Discounts and Expenses

 

The underwriting discounts for the shares and the over-allotment shares are equal to 7.5% of the offering price.

 

The following table shows the price per share and total offering price, underwriting discounts, and proceeds before expenses to us and the Selling Shareholders. The total amounts are shown assuming both no exercise and full exercise of the over-allotment option.

 

 

       Total 
   Per Share  

No Exercise of

Over-allotment

Option

  

Full Exercise of

Over-allotment

Option

 
IPO price  $[4.50]   $[12,150,000]   $[-] 
Underwriting discounts to be paid by us(1)  $[-]   $[-]   $[-] 
Underwriting discounts to be paid by the Selling Shareholders   $ [-]     $ [-]     $ [-]  
Proceeds to us, before expenses  $[-]   $[-]   $[-] 
Proceeds, before expenses, to the Selling Shareholders    $ [-]     $ [-]     $ [-]  

 

(1) This only includes the proceeds of the sale of Class A Ordinary Shares underwritten by the underwriter.

 

We have agreed to pay to the underwriters, by deduction from the gross proceeds of the offering contemplated herein, a non-accountable expense allowance equal to one percent (1%) of the gross proceeds received by us from the sale of the Class A Ordinary Shares in this offering.

 

We have agreed to pay expenses relating to the offering, including: (i) our legal and accounting fees and disbursements; (ii) the costs of preparing, printing, mailing, and delivering the registration statement, the preliminary and final prospectus contained therein and amendments thereto, post-effective amendments and supplements thereto, and the underwriting agreement and related documents (all in such quantities as the representative may reasonably require); (iii) the costs of preparing and printing stock certificates and/or warrant certificates; (iv) the costs of any “due diligence” meetings; (v) all reasonable and documented fees and expenses for conducting a net road show presentation; (vi) all filing fees and communication expenses relating to the registration of the shares to be sold in the offering with the SEC and the filing of the offering materials with FINRA; (vii) the reasonable and documented fees and disbursements of the representative’s counsel up to $100,000; (viii) background checks of the Company’s officers and directors up to $15,000; (ix) preparation of bound volumes and mementos in such quantities as the representative may reasonably request up to $2,500; (x) transfer taxes, if any, payable upon the transfer of securities from us to the representative; and (xi) the fees and expenses of the transfer agent, clearing firm, and registrar for the shares; provided that the actual accountable expenses of the representative shall not exceed $175,000. We are required to supply the representative and its counsel, at our cost, with a reasonable number of bound volumes of the offering materials within a reasonable time after the closing of this offering as well as commemorative tombstones.

 

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We paid an expense deposit of $50,000 to the representative, upon the execution of a letter of intent between us and the representative. Upon the confidential filing of the registration statement, we will pay an additional $25,000 to the representative. Upon the public filing of the registration statement, we will pay an additional $50,000 to the representative. Upon the closing of this offering, we will pay an additional $50,000 to the representative. The representative will be entitled to a breakup fee of $150,000 if we terminate our engagement with the representative after the first filing of the registration statement but prior to being listed on a national exchange. Any expense deposits will be returned to us to the extent the representative’s out-of-pocket accountable expenses are not actually incurred in accordance with FINRA Rule 5110(g)(4)(A).

 

We estimate that the total expenses of the offering payable by us, excluding the underwriting discounts and non-accountable expense allowance, will be approximately $[  ] million.

 

Underwriter Warrants

 

We have agreed to issue warrants to the representative or its designees (the “Underwriter Warrants”) to purchase a number of Class A Ordinary Shares equal to seven and one-half percent (7.5%) of the total number of Class A Ordinary Shares sold in this offering, including Class A Ordinary Shares issued upon exercise of underwriters’ over-allotment option (excluding shares subject to this option and excluding the [900,090] Class A Ordinary Shares offered by the Selling Shareholders). Such Underwriter Warrants shall have an exercise price equal to 125% of the public offering price of the Class A Ordinary Shares sold in this offering. The Underwriter Warrants are exercisable at any time following the date of commencement of sales of the offering and for a period of five years following the date of commencement of sales of the offering, in whole or in part. The Class A Ordinary Shares underlying the Underwriter Warrants have resale registration rights including one demand at our expense and one demand at the holders’ expense and unlimited “piggy-back” rights for periods of five and five years, respectively, from the commencement of sales of this offering. In compliance with FINRA Rule 5110(g)(8), such registration rights are limited to demand and “piggy back” rights for periods of five and five years, respectively, from the date of commencement of sales of the offering of which this prospectus forms a part, and such demand rights may be exercised on only one occasion.

 

The Underwriter Warrants and the underlying Class A Ordinary Shares are deemed compensation by FINRA and are therefore subject to a lock-up for a period of 180 days immediately following the commencement of sales of this offering. Pursuant to FINRA 5110(e)(1), these securities may not be sold, transferred, assigned, pledged or hypothecated, nor may they be the subject of any hedging, short sale, derivative, put or call transaction that would result in the economic disposition of the securities by any person for a period of 180 days immediately following the commencement of sales of this offering except to any underwriter and selected dealer participating in the offering and their officers or partners, registered persons of affiliates or as otherwise permitted under FINRA Rule 5110(e)(2).

 

Right of First Refusal

 

We have granted the representative a right of first refusal, for a period of twelve (12) months from the closing of the offering, to co-manage any public future public and private equity and debt offering, including all equity linked financings (excluding (i) shares issued under any compensation or stock option plan approved by the Company’s shareholders, (ii) shares issued as consideration of an acquisition or as part of a strategic partnership or transaction and (iii) conventional banking arrangements and commercial debt financing), during such twelve (12) month period, of the Company, or any successor to or any current or future subsidiary of the Company, with the representative receiving the right to underwrite or place a number of the securities to be sold therein having an aggregate purchase price therein equal to a minimum of the aggregate purchase price of the shares sold in this offering (excluding shares issued upon exercise of underwriters’ over-allotment option). If the representative fails to accept in writing any such proposal within ten (10) days after receipt of a written notice from us containing such proposal, the representative will have no claim or right with respect to any such sale contained in any such notice. If, thereafter, such proposal is modified in any material respect, the Company will adopt the same procedure as with respect to the original proposed public of private sale, and the representative shall have the right of first refusal with respect to such revised proposal as set forth above. In accordance with FINRA Rule 5110(g)(6)(A), such right of first refusal shall not have a duration of more than three years from the commencement of sales of this offering.

 

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Lock-up Agreements

 

The Company, on behalf of itself and any successor entity, agrees that, without the prior written consent of the representative, it will not, for a period of 180 days after the date of this prospectus, (i) offer, pledge, sell, contract to sell, sell any option or contract to purchase, purchase any notion or contract to sell, grant any option, right or warrant to purchase, lead, or otherwise transfer or dispose of directly or indirectly, any share of capital share of the Company or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital share of the Company; (ii) file or caused to be filed any registration statement with the SEC relating to the offering of any shares of capital share of the Company of any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital shares of the company; (iii) complete any offering of debt securities of the Company, other than entering into a line of credit with a traditional bank or (iv) enter into any swap or other arrangement that transfers to another, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of capital share of the Company, whether any such transaction described in clause (i), (ii), (iii) or (iv) above is to be settled by delivery of shares of capital share of the Company or such other securities, in such or otherwise.

 

Our directors, executive officers and shareholders have agreed, subject to limited exceptions set forth below, not to offer, pledge, sell, contract to sell, sell any option or contract to purchase, purchase any option or contract to sell, grant any option, right or warrant to purchase, lend, or otherwise transfer or dispose of, directly or indirectly, any shares of capital stock of the Company or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of capital stock of the Company (the “Lock-Up Securities”), that transfers, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of our Class A Ordinary Shares or such other securities for a period of 180 days after the date of this prospectus, except for the Selling Shareholders to the extent of their participation in this offering, without the prior written consent of the representative.

 

Notwithstanding the foregoing to the contrary and subject to the conditions below, a holder may transfer Lock-Up Securities without the prior written consent of the representative in connection with (a) transactions relating to Lock-Up Securities acquired in open market transactions after the completion of the Public Offering; provided that no filing under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act, shall be required or shall be voluntarily made in connection with subsequent sales of Lock-Up Securities acquired in such open market transactions; (b) transfers of Lock-Up Securities (i) as a bona fide gift, by will or intestacy, (ii) by operation of law, such as pursuant to a qualified domestic order or as required by a divorce settlement, or (iii) to a family member or trust for the benefit of a family member (for purposes hereof, “family member” means any relationship by blood, marriage or adoption, not more remote than first cousin); (c) transfers of Lock-Up Securities to a charity or educational institution; or (d) if the holder, directly or indirectly, controls a corporation, partnership, limited liability company or other business entity, any transfers of Lock-Up Securities to any shareholder, partner or member of, or owner of similar equity interests in, the undersigned, as the case may be; provided that in the case of any transfer pursuant to the foregoing clauses (b), (c) or (d), (i) any such transfer shall not involve a disposition for value, (ii) each transferee shall sign and deliver to the representative a lock-up agreement substantially in the form of this lock-up agreement and (ii) no filing under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act shall be required or shall be voluntarily made.

 

No Sales of Similar Securities

 

We have agreed not to offer; pledge; announce the intention to sell; sell; contract to sell; sell any option or contract to purchase; purchase any option or contract to sell; grant any option, right, or warrant to purchase; or otherwise transfer or dispose of, directly or indirectly, any Class A Ordinary Shares or any securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for Class A Ordinary Shares or enter into any swap or other agreement that transfers, in whole or in part, any of the economic consequences of ownership of our Class A Ordinary Shares, whether any such transaction is to be settled by delivery of Class A Ordinary Shares or such other securities, in cash or otherwise, without the prior written consent of the representative, for a period of 180 days from the date of this prospectus.

 

Foreign Regulatory Restrictions on Purchase of our Class A Ordinary Shares

 

We have not taken any action to permit a public offering of our Class A Ordinary Shares outside the United States or to permit the possession or distribution of this prospectus outside the United States. People outside the United States who come into possession of this prospectus must inform themselves about and observe any restrictions relating to this offering of our Class A Ordinary Shares and the distribution of this prospectus outside the United States.

 

Indemnification

 

We have agreed to indemnify the underwriter and its affiliates against liabilities relating to the offering arising under the Securities Act and the Exchange Act and to contribute to payments that the underwriters may be required to make for these liabilities.

 

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Application for NYSE American Listing

 

We have applied to list our Class A Ordinary Shares on the NYSE American under the symbol “POAS.” We will not consummate this offering without a listing approval letter from the NYSE American.

 

Electronic Offer, Sale, and Distribution

 

A prospectus in electronic format may be made available on websites or through other online services maintained by the underwriters or selling group members, if any, or by their affiliates, and the underwriters may distribute prospectus electronically. The underwriters may agree to allocate a number of Class A Ordinary Shares to selling group members for sale to their online brokerage account holders. The Class A Ordinary Shares to be sold pursuant to Internet distributions will be allocated on the same basis as other allocations. Other than the prospectus in electronic format, the information on, or that can be accessed through, these websites and any information contained in any other website maintained by these entities is not part of, and is not incorporated by reference into, this prospectus or the registration statement of which this prospectus forms a part, has not been approved and/or endorsed by us or the underwriters, and it should not be relied upon by investors.

 

In connection with this offering, certain of the underwriters or securities dealers may distribute prospectuses by electronic means, such as e-mail.

 

Passive Market Making

 

Any underwriter who is a qualified market maker on NYSE American may engage in passive market making transactions on NYSE American, in accordance with Rule 103 of Regulation M under the Exchange Act, during a period before the commencement of offers or sales of the shares and extending through the completion of the distribution. Passive market makers must comply with applicable volume and price limitations and must be identified as a passive market maker. In general, a passive market maker must display its bid at a price not in excess of the highest independent bid for such security. If all independent bids are lowered below the passive market maker’s bid, however, the passive market maker’s bid must then be lowered when certain purchase limits are exceeded.

 

Potential Conflicts of Interest

 

The underwriters and their affiliates may, from time to time, engage in transactions with and perform services for us in the ordinary course of their business for which they may receive customary fees and reimbursement of expenses. In the ordinary course of their various business activities, the underwriters and their affiliates may make or hold a broad array of investments and actively trade debt and equity securities (or related derivative securities) and financial instruments (including bank loans) for their own accounts and for the accounts of their customers, and such investment and securities activities may involve securities and/or instruments of our Company. The underwriters and their affiliates may also make investment recommendations and/or publish or express independent research views in respect to such securities or instruments and may at any time hold, or recommend to clients that they acquire, long and/or short positions in such securities and instruments.

 

Price Stabilization, Short Positions, and Penalty Bids

 

Until the distribution of the Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus is completed, rules of the SEC may limit the ability of the underwriters to bid for and to purchase our Class A Ordinary Shares. As an exception to these rules, the underwriters may engage in transactions effected in accordance with Regulation M under the Exchange Act that are intended to stabilize, maintain, or otherwise affect the price of our Class A Ordinary Shares. The underwriters may engage in over-allotment sales, syndicate-covering transactions, stabilizing transactions, and penalty bids in accordance with Regulation M.

 

  ● Stabilizing transactions consist of bids or purchases made by the managing underwriter for the purpose of preventing or slowing a decline in the market price of our securities while this offering is in progress.
     
  ● Short sales and over-allotments occur when the managing underwriter, on behalf of the underwriting syndicate, sells more of our shares than they purchase from us in this offering. In order to cover the resulting short position, the managing underwriter may exercise the over-allotment option described above and/or may engage in syndicate-covering transactions. There is no contractual limit on the size of any syndicate-covering transaction. The underwriters will deliver a prospectus in connection with any such short sales. Purchasers of shares sold short by the underwriters are entitled to the same remedies under the federal securities laws as any other purchaser of units covered by the registration statement.

 

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  ● Syndicate-covering transactions are bids for or purchases of our securities on the open market by the managing underwriter on behalf of the underwriters in order to reduce a short position incurred by the managing underwriter on behalf of the underwriters. Short sales may be “covered short sales,” which are short positions in an amount not greater than the underwriters’ option to purchase additional shares referred to above, or may be “naked short sales,” which are short positions in excess of that amount. The underwriters may close out any covered short position by either exercising their option, in whole or in part, or by purchasing shares in the open market. In making this determination, the underwriters will consider, among other things, the price of shares available for purchase in the open market as compared to the price at which they may purchase shares through the over-allotment option. Naked short sales are short sales made in excess of the over-allotment option. The underwriters must close out any naked short position by purchasing shares in the open market. A naked short position is more likely to be created if the underwriters are concerned that there may be downward pressure on the price of our Class A Ordinary Shares in the open market that could adversely affect investors who purchased in this offering.
     
  ● A penalty bid is an arrangement permitting the managing underwriter to reclaim the selling concession that would otherwise accrue to an underwriter if the Class A Ordinary Shares originally sold by the underwriter were later repurchased by the managing underwriter and therefore were not effectively sold to the public by such underwriter.

 

Stabilization, syndicate-covering transactions, and penalty bids may have the effect of raising or maintaining the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares or preventing or delaying a decline in the market price of our Class A Ordinary Shares. As a result, the price of our Class A Ordinary Shares may be higher than the price that might otherwise exist in the open market.

 

Neither we nor the underwriters make any representation or prediction as to the effect that the transactions described above may have on the prices of our Class A Ordinary Shares. These transactions may occur on NYSE American or on any trading market. If any of these transactions are commenced, they may be discontinued without notice at any time.

 

Offers Outside of the United States

 

Other than in the United States, no action has been taken by us or the underwriters that would permit a public offering of the Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus in any jurisdiction where action for that purpose is required. The Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, nor may this prospectus or any other offering material or advertisements in connection with the offer and sale of any such shares be distributed or published in any jurisdiction, except under circumstances that will result in compliance with the applicable rules and regulations of that jurisdiction. Persons into whose possession this prospectus comes are advised to inform themselves about and to observe any restrictions relating to the offering and the distribution of this prospectus. This prospectus does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus in any jurisdiction in which such an offer or a solicitation is unlawful.

 

Australia

 

This prospectus is not a disclosure document under Chapter 6D of the Australian Corporations Act, has not been lodged with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and does not purport to include the information required of a disclosure document under Chapter 6D of the Australian Corporations Act. Accordingly, (i) the offer of the securities under this prospectus is only made to persons to whom it is lawful to offer the securities without disclosure under Chapter 6D of the Australian Corporations Act under one or more exemptions set out in section 708 of the Australian Corporations Act; (ii) this prospectus is made available in Australia only to those persons as set forth in clause (i) above; and (iii) the offeree must be sent a notice stating in substance that, by accepting this offer, the offeree represents that the offeree is such a person as set forth in clause (i) above, and, unless permitted under the Australian Corporations Act, agrees not to sell or offer for sale within Australia any of the securities sold to the offeree within 12 months after its transfer to the offeree under this prospectus.

 

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Canada

 

The securities may be sold in Canada only to purchasers purchasing, or deemed to be purchasing, as principal that are accredited investors, as defined in National Instrument 45-106 Prospectus Exemptions or subsection 73.3(1) of the Securities Act (Ontario), and are permitted clients, as defined in National Instrument 31-103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations. Any resale of the securities must be made in accordance with an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the prospectus requirements of applicable securities laws.

 

Securities legislation in certain provinces or territories of Canada may provide a purchaser with remedies for rescission or damages if this prospectus (including any amendment thereto) contains a misrepresentation, provided that the remedies for rescission or damages are exercised by the purchaser within the time limit prescribed by the securities legislation of the purchaser’s province or territory. The purchaser should refer to any applicable provisions of the securities legislation of the purchaser’s province or territory for particulars of these rights or consult with a legal advisor.

 

Pursuant to section 3A.3 of National Instrument 33-105 Underwriting Conflicts (NI 33-105), the underwriters are not required to comply with the disclosure requirements of NI 33-105 regarding underwriter conflicts of interest in connection with this offering.

 

China

 

The information in this document does not constitute a public offer of the securities, whether by way of sale or subscription, in the People’s Republic of China (“PRC”) (excluding, for purposes of this paragraph, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Macau Special Administrative Region and Taiwan). The securities may not be offered or sold directly or indirectly in the PRC to legal or natural persons other than directly to “qualified domestic institutional investors.”

 

European Economic Area — Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and Netherlands

 

In relation to each Member State of the European Economic Area that has implemented the Prospectus Regulation (each, a “Relevant Member State”), an offer to the public of our securities may not be made in that Relevant Member State, except that an offer to the public in that Relevant Member State of our securities may be made at any time under the following exemptions under the Prospectus Regulation:

 

  (a) to any legal entity which is a qualified investor as defined in the Prospectus Regulation;
     
  (b)

to fewer than 150 natural or legal persons (other than qualified investors as defined in the Prospectus Regulation), subject to obtaining the prior consent of the representative for any such offer; or

     
  (c)

in any other circumstances falling within Article 1(4) of the Prospectus Regulation, provided that no such offer of our securities shall result in a requirement for the publication by us or any underwriter of a prospectus pursuant to Article 3 of the Prospectus Regulation.

 

For the purposes of this provision, the expression an “offer to the public” in relation to our securities in any Relevant Member State means the communication in any form and by any means of sufficient information on the terms of the offer and our securities to be offered so as to enable an investor to decide to purchase our securities, and the expression “Prospectus Regulation” means Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 (as amended).

 

This European Economic Area selling restriction is in addition to any other applicable selling restrictions set out below.

 

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France

 

This document is not being distributed in the context of a public offering of financial securities (offre au public de titres financiers) in France within the meaning of Article L.411-1 of the French Monetary and Financial Code (Code Monétaire et Financier) and Articles 211-1 et seq. of the General Regulation of the French Autorité des Marchés Financiers (“AMF”). The securities have not been offered or sold and will not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, to the public in France.

 

This document and any other offering material relating to the securities have not been, and will not be, submitted to the AMF for approval in France and, accordingly, may not be distributed or caused to distributed, directly or indirectly, to the public in France.

 

Such offers, sales and distributions have been and shall only be made in France to (i) qualified investors (investisseurs qualifiés) acting for their own account, as defined in and in accordance with Articles L.411-2-II-2° and D.411-1 to D.411-3, D. 744-1, D.754-1 and D.764-1 of the French Monetary and Financial Code and any implementing regulation; and/or (ii) a restricted number of non-qualified investors (cercle restreint d’investisseurs) acting for their own account, as defined in and in accordance with Articles L.411-2-II-2 and D.411-4, D.744-1, D.754-1 and D.764-1 of the French Monetary and Financial Code and any implementing regulation.

 

Pursuant to Article 211-3 of the General Regulation of the AMF, investors in France are informed that the securities cannot be distributed (directly or indirectly) to the public by the investors otherwise than in accordance with Articles L.411-1, L.411-2, L.412-1 and L.621-8 to L.621-8-3 of the French Monetary and Financial Code.

 

Ireland

 

The information in this document does not constitute a prospectus under any Irish laws or regulations, and this document has not been filed with or approved by any Irish regulatory authority, as the information has not been prepared in the context of a public offering of securities in Ireland within the meaning of the Irish Prospectus (Directive 2003/71/EC) Regulations 2005 (the “Prospectus Regulations”). The securities have not been offered or sold, and will not be offered, sold or delivered directly or indirectly in Ireland by way of a public offering, except to (i) qualified investors as defined in Regulation 2(l) of the Prospectus Regulations; and (ii) fewer than 100 natural or legal persons who are not qualified investors.

 

Hong Kong

 

The securities may not be offered or sold in Hong Kong by means of any document other than (i) in circumstances which do not constitute an offer to the public within the meaning of the Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance (Cap. 32 of the Laws of Hong Kong) (“Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance”) or which do not constitute an invitation to the public within the meaning of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571 of the Laws of Hong Kong) (“Securities and Futures Ordinance”); (ii) to “professional investors” as defined in the Securities and Futures Ordinance and any rules made thereunder; or (iii) in other circumstances which do not result in the document being a “prospectus” as defined in the Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance, and no advertisement, invitation or document relating to our securities may be issued or may be in the possession of any person for the purpose of issue (in each case whether in Hong Kong or elsewhere), which is directed at, or the contents of which are likely to be accessed or read by, the public in Hong Kong (except if permitted to do so under the securities laws of Hong Kong) other than with respect to our securities that are or are intended to be disposed of only to persons outside Hong Kong or only to “professional investors” in Hong Kong as defined in the Securities and Futures Ordinance and any rules made thereunder.

 

Israel

 

The securities offered by this prospectus have not been approved or disapproved by the Israeli Securities Authority (the ISA), nor have such securities been registered for sale in Israel. The shares may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, to the public in Israel, absent the publication of a prospectus. The ISA has not issued permits, approvals or licenses in connection with the offering or publishing of the prospectus; nor has it authenticated the details included herein, confirmed their reliability or completeness, or rendered an opinion as to the quality of the securities being offered. Any resale in Israel, directly or indirectly, to the public of the securities offered by this prospectus is subject to restrictions on transferability and must be effected only in compliance with the Israeli securities laws and regulations.

 

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Italy

 

The offering of the securities in the Republic of Italy has not been authorized by the Italian Securities and Exchange Commission (Commissione Nazionale per le Societ - $$ - Aga e la Borsa, “CONSOB”) pursuant to Italian securities legislation, and, accordingly, no offering material relating to the securities may be distributed in Italy, and such securities may not be offered or sold in Italy in a public offer within the meaning of Article 1.1(t) of Legislative Decree No. 58 of 24 February 1998 (“Decree No. 58”), other than:

 

  ●

to Italian qualified investors, as defined in Article 100 of Decree no. 58 by reference to Article 34-ter of CONSOB Regulation no. 11971 of May 14, 1999 (“Regulation no. 1197l”) as amended (“Qualified Investors”); and

     
  ● in other circumstances that are exempt from the rules on public offer pursuant to Article 100 of Decree No. 58 and Article 34-ter of Regulation No. 11971 as amended.

 

Any offer, sale or delivery of the securities or distribution of any offer document relating to the securities in Italy (excluding placements where a Qualified Investor solicits an offer from the issuer) under the paragraphs above must be:

 

  ● made by investment firms, banks or financial intermediaries permitted to conduct such activities in Italy in accordance with Legislative Decree No. 385 of September 1, 1993 (as amended), Decree No. 58, CONSOB Regulation No. 16190 of 29 October 2007 and any other applicable laws; and
     
  ● in compliance with all relevant Italian securities, tax and exchange controls and any other applicable laws.

 

Any subsequent distribution of the securities in Italy must be made in compliance with the public offer and prospectus requirement rules provided under Decree No. 58 and Regulation No. 11971, as amended, unless an exception from those rules applies. Failure to comply with such rules may result in the sale of such securities being declared null and void and in the liability of the entity transferring the securities for any damages suffered by the investors.

 

Japan

 

The securities have not been and will not be registered under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act of Japan (Act No. 25 of 1948, as amended), or the FIEA. The securities may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, in Japan or to or for the benefit of any resident of Japan (including any person resident in Japan or any corporation or other entity organized under the laws of Japan) or to others for reoffering or resale, directly or indirectly, in Japan or to or for the benefit of any resident of Japan, except pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the FIEA and otherwise in compliance with any relevant laws and regulations of Japan.

 

Portugal

 

This document is not being distributed in the context of a public offer of financial securities (oferta pública de valores mobiliários) in Portugal, within the meaning of Article 109 of the Portuguese Securities Code (Código dos Valores Mobiliários). The securities have not been offered or sold and will not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly, to the public in Portugal. This document and any other offering material relating to the securities have not been, and will not be, submitted to the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (Comissão do Mercado de Valores Mobiliários) for approval in Portugal and, accordingly, may not be distributed or caused to distributed, directly or indirectly, to the public in Portugal, other than under circumstances that are deemed not to qualify as a public offer under the Portuguese Securities Code. Such offers, sales and distributions of securities in Portugal are limited to persons who are “qualified investors” (as defined in the Portuguese Securities Code). Only such investors may receive this document, and they may not distribute it or the information contained in it to any other person.

 

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Singapore

 

This prospectus has not been registered as a prospectus with the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Accordingly, this prospectus and any other document or material in connection with the offer or sale, or invitation for subscription or purchase, of our securities may not be circulated or distributed, nor may our securities be offered or sold, or be made the subject of an invitation for subscription or purchase, whether directly or indirectly, to persons in Singapore other than (i) to an institutional investor (as defined under Section 4A of the Securities and Futures Act, 2001 of Singapore (“SFA”)) under Section 274 of the SFA; (ii) to a relevant person (as defined in Section 275(2) of the SFA) pursuant to Section 275(1) of the SFA, or any person pursuant to Section 275(1A) of the SFA, and in accordance with the conditions specified in Section 275 of the SFA and (where applicable) Regulation 3 of the Securities and Futures (Classes of Investors) Regulations 2018; or (iii) otherwise pursuant to, and in accordance with the conditions of, any other applicable provision of the SFA, in each case subject to conditions set forth in the SFA.

 

Where our securities are subscribed or purchased under Section 275 of the SFA by a relevant person which is a corporation (which is not an accredited investor (as defined in Section 4A of the SFA)) the sole business of which is to hold investments and the entire share capital of which is owned by one or more individuals, each of whom is an accredited investor, the securities or securities-based derivatives contracts of that corporation shall not be transferable within six months after that corporation has acquired the securities or securities-based derivatives contracts under Section 275 of the SFA except: (1) to an institutional investor or to a relevant person, or to any person arising from an offer referred to in Section 275(1A) or Section 276(4)(c)(ii) of the SFA, (2) where no consideration is or will be given for the transfer, (3) where the transfer is by operation of law, (4) as specified in Section 276(7) of the SFA, or (5) as specified in Regulation 37A of the Securities and Futures (Offers of Investments) (Securities and Securities-based Derivatives Contracts) Regulations 2018.

 

Where our securities are subscribed or purchased under Section 275 of the SFA by a relevant person which is a trust (where the trustee is not an accredited investor (as defined in Section 4A of the SFA)) whose sole purpose is to hold investments and each beneficiary of the trust is an accredited investor, the beneficiaries’ rights and interest (howsoever described) in that trust shall not be transferable within six months after that trust has acquired the shares under Section 275 of the SFA except: (1) to an institutional investor or to a relevant person, or to any person arising from an offer referred to in Section 275(1A) or Section 276(4)(c)(ii) of the SFA, (2) where no consideration is or will be given for the transfer, (3) where the transfer is by operation of law, (4) as specified in Section 276(7) of the SFA, or (5) as specified in Regulation 37A of the Securities and Futures (Offers of Investments) (Securities and Securities-based Derivatives Contracts) Regulations 2018.

 

Malaysia

 

The securities have not been and may not be approved by the Securities Commission Malaysia, or SC, and this document has not been and will not be registered as a prospectus with the SC under the Malaysian capital markets and services act of 2007, or CMSA. Accordingly, no securities or offer for subscription or purchase of securities or invitation to subscribe for or purchase securities are being made to any person in or from within Malaysia under this document except to persons falling within any of paragraphs 2(g)(i) to (xi) of schedule 5 of the CMSA and distributed only by a holder of a capital markets services license who carries on the business of dealing in securities and subject to the issuer having lodged this prospectus with the SC within seven days from the date of the distribution of this prospectus in Malaysia. The distribution in Malaysia of this document is subject to Malaysian laws. Save as aforementioned, no action has been taken in Malaysia under its securities laws in respect of this document. This document does not constitute and may not be used for the purpose of a public offering or an issue, offer for subscription or purchase, invitation to subscribe for or purchase any securities requiring the approval of the SC or the registration of a prospectus with the SC under the CMSA.

 

Sweden

 

This document has not been, and will not be, registered with or approved by Finansinspektionen (the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority). Accordingly, this document may not be made available, nor may the securities be offered for sale in Sweden, other than under circumstances that are deemed not to require a prospectus under the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act (1991:980) (Sw. lag (1991:980) om handel med finansiella instrument). Any offering of securities in Sweden is limited to persons who are “qualified investors” (as defined in the Financial Instruments Trading Act). Only such investors may receive this document, and they may not distribute it or the information contained in it to any other person.

 

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Switzerland

 

The securities may not be publicly offered in Switzerland and will not be listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (“SIX”) or on any other stock exchange or regulated trading facility in Switzerland. This document has been prepared without regard to the disclosure standards for issuance prospectuses under art. 652a or art. 1156 of the Swiss Code of Obligations or the disclosure standards for listing prospectuses under art. 27 ff. of the SIX Listing Rules or the listing rules of any other stock exchange or regulated trading facility in Switzerland. Neither this document nor any other offering material relating to the securities may be publicly distributed or otherwise made publicly available in Switzerland.

 

Neither this document nor any other offering material relating to the securities has been or will be filed with or approved by any Swiss regulatory authority. In particular, this document will not be filed with, and the offer of securities will not be supervised by, the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA). This document is personal to the recipient only and not for general circulation in Switzerland.

 

United Arab Emirates

 

Neither this document nor the securities have been approved, disapproved or passed on in any way by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates or any other governmental authority in the United Arab Emirates, nor has the Company received authorization or licensing from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates or any other governmental authority in the United Arab Emirates to market or sell the securities within the United Arab Emirates. This document does not constitute and may not be used for the purpose of an offer or invitation. No services relating to the securities, including the receipt of applications and/or the allotment or redemption of such shares, may be rendered within the United Arab Emirates by the Company.

 

No offer or invitation to subscribe for securities is valid or permitted in the Dubai International Financial Centre.

 

United Kingdom

 

Neither the information in this document nor any other document relating to the offer has been delivered for approval to the Financial Services Authority in the United Kingdom, and no prospectus (within the meaning of section 85 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000, as amended (“FSMA”)) has been published or is intended to be published in respect of the securities. This document is issued on a confidential basis to “qualified investors” (within the meaning of section 86(7) of FSMA) in the United Kingdom, and the securities may not be offered or sold in the United Kingdom by means of this document, any accompanying letter or any other document, except in circumstances which do not require the publication of a prospectus pursuant to section 86(1) FSMA. This document should not be distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, nor may its contents be disclosed by recipients to any other person in the United Kingdom.

 

The address of Network 1 Financial Securities, Inc. is 2 Bridge Avenue, Suite 241 Red Bank, NJ 07701.

 

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EXPENSES RELATING TO THIS OFFERING

 

Set forth below is an itemization of the total expenses, excluding underwriting discounts, expected to be incurred in connection with this offering by us and the Selling Shareholders. With the exception of the SEC registration fee, the FINRA filing fee, and the stock exchange market entry and listing fee, all amounts are estimates.

 

Securities and Exchange Commission Registration Fee   US$ [2,599.71]  
NYSE American Listing Fee   US$ [2,500]  
FINRA Filing Fee   US$ [1,047]  
Legal Fees and Expenses   US$ [350,000]  
Accounting Fees and Expenses   US$ [500,000]  
Printing and Engraving Expenses   US$ [20,000]  
Miscellaneous Expenses   US$ [●]  
Underwriter Expenses   US$ [891,000]  
Total Expenses   US$ [●]  

 

LEGAL MATTERS

 

Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP is acting as counsel to our company regarding U.S. securities law matters. The validity of the Class A Ordinary Shares offered hereby will be opined upon for us by Ogier. Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP is acting as counsel to our company regarding U.S. securities law matters. Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP may rely upon Ogier with respect to matters governed by the law of the Cayman Islands. We can rely on Bayfront Law LLC regarding certain legal matters as to Singapore law. Loeb & Loeb LLP is acting as U.S. counsel for the underwriter.

 

EXPERTS

 

The consolidated financial statements for each of two fiscal years ended April 30, 2024 and 2023 included in this prospectus have been audited by Kreit and Chiu CPA LLP., an independent registered public accounting firm, as stated in their report appearing herein. Such financial statements have been so included in reliance upon the report of such firm given upon the authority of such firm as experts in accounting and auditing. The office of Kreit and Chiu CPA LLP. is located at 733 Third Avenue, Floor 16 #1014, New York, NY 10017.

 

WHERE YOU CAN FIND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

We have filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form F-1, including relevant exhibits and schedules under the Securities Act, covering the Class A Ordinary Shares offered by this prospectus. You should refer to our registration statements and their exhibits and schedules if you would like to find out more about us and about the Class A Ordinary Shares. This prospectus summarizes material provisions of contracts and other documents that we refer you to. Since this prospectus may not contain all the information that you may find important, you should review the full text of these documents.

 

Immediately upon the completion of this offering, we will be subject to periodic reporting and other informational requirements of the Exchange Act, as applicable to foreign private issuers. Accordingly, we will be required to file reports, including annual reports on Form 20-F, and other information with the SEC. As a foreign private issuer, we are exempt from the rules of the Exchange Act prescribing the furnishing and content of proxy statements to shareholders under the federal proxy rules contained in Sections 14(a), (b) and (c) of the Exchange Act, and our executive officers, directors and principal shareholders are exempt from the reporting and short-swing profit recovery provisions contained in Section 16 of the Exchange Act.

 

The registration statements, reports and other information so filed can be inspected and copied at the public reference facilities maintained by the SEC at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. You can request copies of these documents upon payment of a duplicating fee, by writing to the SEC. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 for further information on the operation of the public reference rooms. The SEC also maintains a website that contains reports, proxy statements and other information about issuers, such as us, who file electronically with the SEC. The address of that website is http://www.sec.gov. The information on that website is not a part of this prospectus.

 

No dealers, salesperson or other person is authorized to give any information or to represent anything not contained in this prospectus. You must not rely on any unauthorized information or representations. This prospectus is an offer to sell only the securities offered hereby, but only under circumstances and in jurisdictions where it is lawful to do so. The information contained in this prospectus is current only as of its date.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

  Page
Consolidated Financial Statements:  
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024 F-2
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss for the Six Months Periods Ended October 31, 2023 and 2024 F-3
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity/(Deficit) for the Six Months Periods Ended October 31, 2023 and 2024 F-4
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Six Months Period Ended October 31, 2023 and 2024 F-5
Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements F-6 – F-19
   
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm F-20
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of April 30, 2023 and 2024 F-21
Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss for the Years Ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 F-22
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Deficit for the Years Ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 F-23
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 F-24
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-25 – F-38

 

F-1

 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
ASSETS                        
Current assets                        
Cash and cash equivalents     2,312,107       231,655       175,108  
Accounts receivable, net     412,589       35,974       27,193  
Other current assets     65,156       160,430       121,269  
Loan to third parties     1,530,982       1,582,604       1,196,290  
Deferred offering costs     224,694       344,695       260,553  
Inventories     187,584       156,525       118,317  
Total current assets     4,733,112       2,511,883       1,898,730  
                         
Non-current assets                        
Property and equipment, net     233,309       371,888       281,110  
Right-of-use assets     218,146       152,568       115,326  
Total non-current assets     451,455       524,456       396,436  
                         
TOTAL ASSETS     5,184,567       3,036,339       2,295,166  
                         
LIABILITIES                        
Current liabilities                        
Accounts payable     293,908       5,898       4,458  
Accruals and other payables     445,122       415,321       313,941  
Amount due to major shareholders     732,753       1,145,423       865,825  
Bank loans, current     440,455       54,314       41,056  
Operating lease liabilities, current     132,786       136,090       102,870  
Total current liabilities     2,045,024       1,757,046       1,328,150  
                         
Non-current liabilities                        
Bank loans, non-current     133,979       106,508       80,509  
Operating lease liabilities, non-current     85,360       16,478       12,456  
Total non-current liabilities     219,339       122,986       92,965  
                         
TOTAL LIABILITIES     2,264,363       1,880,032       1,421,115  
                         
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES                        
                         
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY                        
Ordinary shares, Class A, USD 0.0001 par value and [10,473,625] shares outstanding at October 31, 2024     1,428       1,428       1,079  
Ordinary shares, Class B, USD 0.0001 par value and [15,125,251] shares outstanding at October 31, 2024*     2,063       2,063       1,559  
Additional paid-in capital     9,984,030       9,984,030       7,546,928  
Subscription receivable     (37,251 )     (37,251 )     (28,158 )
Subscribed shares; not issued     -       255,195       192,902  
Accumulated deficit     (7,030,066 )     (9,049,158 )     (6,840,259 )
Total shareholders’ equity     2,920,204       1,156,307       874,051  
                         
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY     5,184,567       3,036,339       2,295,166  

 

* Give retroactive effect to reflect the reorganization in November 2024. See Note 1.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

 

    For the six months periods ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Revenue     365,415       63,129       47,720  
Cost of Goods sold (excluding depreciation shown separately below)     (403,677 )     (128,052 )     (96,795 )
Employee benefits expenses     (833,810 )     (1,154,747 )     (872,874 )
Depreciation expenses     (106,009 )     (95,602 )     (72,266 )
Operating lease expense     (66,878 )     (70,281 )     (53,126 )
Research and Development Expenses     (86,940 )     (149,493 )     (113,002 )
Other operating expenses     (496,087 )     (536,561 )     (405,587 )
Loss from operations     (1,627,986 )     (2,071,607 )     (1,565,930 )
                         
Non-operating income :                        
Other income     115,702       57,431       43,413  
Interest expense     (22,891 )     (4,916 )     (3,717 )
Total non-operating income, net     92,811       52,515       39,696  
                         
Loss before income taxes     (1,535,175 )     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )
Income tax expense     -       -       -  
Net loss     (1,535,175 )     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )
                         
Weighted average number of outstanding ordinary shares*                        
Basic and diluted     21,930,333       25,598,876       25,598,876  
                         
Net loss per share attributable to ordinary shareholders                        
Basic and diluted     (0.07 )     (0.08 )     (0.06 )

 

* Give retroactive effect to reflect the reorganization on November 2024. See Note 1.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY / (DEFICIT)

 

    Ordinary Shares Class A and Class B  
    Ordinary shares     Additional     Issued shares,     Subscribed           Total  
    Shares Outstanding     Par value    

paid-in

capital

    Amount outstanding     Shares; not issued     Accumulated deficit     shareholders’
deficit
 
          S$     S$     S$     S$     S$     S$  
Balance as of May 1, 2023     19,912,375       2,654       1,650,415           -            -       (4,670,222 )     (3,017,153 )
Net loss     -       -       -       -               (1,535,175 )     (1,535,175 )
Share issued during the period     4,346,375       595       2,288,660                               2,289,255  
Balance as of October 31, 2023 (unaudited)     24,258,750       3,249       3,939,075       -       -       (6,205,397 )     (2,263,073 )

 

          US$     US$     US$     US$     US$     US$  
Balance as of October 31, 2023 (unaudited)     24,258,750       2,456       2,977,547       -       -       (4,690,660 )     (1,710,657 )

 

    Ordinary shares (Class A and Class B)  
   

Shares

Outstanding*

    Par value**    

Additional

paid-in capital

    Issued shares, Amount outstanding     Subscribed Shares; not issued     Accumulated deficit    

Total

shareholders’

equity

 
          S$     S$     S$     S$     S$     S$  
Balance as of May 1, 2024     25,598,876       3,491       9,984,030       (37,251 )     -       (7,030,066 )     2,920,204  
Net loss     -                                       (2,019,092 )     (2,019,092 )
Receipt of subscription proceeds     -       -       -       -       255,195       -       255,195  
                                                         
Balance as of October 31, 2024

(unaudited)

    25,598,876       3,491       9,984,030       (37,251 )     255,195       (9,049,158 )     1,156,307  

 

          US$     US$     US$     US$     US$     US$  
Balance as of October 31, 2024 (unaudited)     25,598,876       2,638       7,546,928       (28,158 )     192,902       (6,840,259 )     874,051  

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed financial statements.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

 

    For the six months periods ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited    

Unaudited

 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:                        
Net loss     (1,535,175 )     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:                        
Gain on disposal of property and equipment     -       -       -  
Fixed assets written off     691       -       -  
Depreciation     106,009       95,602       72,266  
Operating lease expenses     66,878       70,281       53,126  
Change in operating assets and liabilities:                        
Account receivables     (30,537 )     376,615       284,685  
Contract assets     18,827       -       -  
Other current assets     92,616       (95,274 )     (72,018 )
Inventories     (6,101 )     31,059       23,478  
Account payables     59,861       (288,010 )     (217,707 )
Accruals and other payables     (157,018 )     (29,801 )     (22,527 )
Contract liabilities     (33,951 )     -       -  
Operating lease obligations     (66,878 )     (70,281 )     (53,126 )
                         
Net cash used in operating activities     (1,484,778 )     (1,928,901 )     (1,458,057 )
                         
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:                        
Purchase of equipment     (17,382 )     (234,181 )     (177,019 )
Loan to third party     (60,560 )     (51,622 )     (39,022 )
                         
Net cash used in investing activities     (77,942 )     (285,803 )     (216,041 )
                         
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:                        
Repayment of bank loans     (73,034 )     (413,612 )     (312,650 )
Proceeds from subscription     2,109,255       255,195       192,902  
Proceeds from major shareholder     300,000       750,000       566,928  
Repayment to major shareholder     -       (337,330 )     (254,986 )
Deferred offering cost     (69,200 )     (120,001 )     (90,710 )
                         
Net cash provided by financing activities     2,267,021       134,252       101,484  
                         
Net change in cash and cash equivalents     704,301       (2,080,452 )     (1,572,614 )
                         
Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of year     54,097       2,312,107       1,747,722  
                         
Cash and cash equivalents - end of period     758,398       231,655       175,108  
                         
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:                        
Cash paid for interest     22,891       4,916       3,717  
New shares issued with consideration receivable     -       37,251       28,158  

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

1 Organization and business overview

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited or the Company is an investment holding company incorporated on March 7, 2024 under the laws of the Cayman Islands. The Company, through its subsidiaries provides research and development, as well as the manufacturing and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products. Using its patented microsphere technology, the Company can significantly increase the magnification of existing traditional optical microscope by up to 4 times compared to its competitors, thereby allowing the Company’s client to see beyond the optical limit of 200nm.

 

In addition to selling optical and microscopy equipment, the Company develops software solution that is complimentary to the hardware equipment in order to provide partners and clients with a fully integrated hardware and software microscopy solution. The software is augmented by algorithms around Artificial Intelligence to allow for use cases in pathology and metrology, whereby partners and clients can use the software to further analyze what they see through the hardware equipment.

 

The Company and its subsidiaries are collectively referred to as the “Company”. The Company is headquartered in Singapore.

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company proceeded with an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Subject to completion of the restructuring, both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

The Reorganization has been accounted for as a recapitalization among entities under common control since the same controlling shareholders controlled all these entities before and after the Reorganization. The consolidation of the Company and its subsidiaries has been accounted for at historical cost and prepared on the basis as if the aforementioned transactions had become effective as of the beginning of the first period presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Results of operations for the periods presented comprise those of the previously separate entities combined from the beginning of the period to the end of the period eliminating the effects of intra-entity transactions.

 

The consolidated financial statements of the Company include the following entities:

 

 

Name   Date of incorporation   Percentage of direct or indirect interests   Place of incorporation   Principal activities
Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited   March 7, 2024   Parent Company   Cayman Island   Investment holding
Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited   March 7, 2024   Parent Company   British Virgin Islands   Investment holding
Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.   August 28, 2017   100%   Singapore   Research and development and commercialization of advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies

 

Basis of presentation

 

This summary of significant accounting policies is presented to assist in understanding the Company’s consolidated financial statements and have been consistently applied in the preparation of the financial statements. The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”) and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

 

Consolidation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly owned subsidiaries. Significant inter-company balances, investment and capital, if any, have been eliminated upon consolidation.

 

Use of estimates

 

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements about carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Significant accounting estimates reflected in the Company’s consolidated financial statements include, but are not limited to the useful lives and impairment of long-lived assets, and collectability of accounts receivable and other current assets. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents primarily consist of bank deposits with original maturities of three months or less, which are unrestricted as to withdrawal and use.

 

Accounts receivable, net

 

Accounts receivable mainly represent amounts due from customers that meet the revenue recognition criteria. These accounts receivables are recorded net of any allowance for credit losses and specific customer credit allowances. The Company maintains an allowance for estimated credit losses inherent in its accounts receivable portfolio. In establishing the required allowance, management considers historical losses adjusted to take into account current market conditions and the Company’s customers’ financial condition, the receivable amount in dispute, and the current receivables aging and current payment patterns, over the contractual life of the receivable. The Company writes off the receivable when it is determined to be uncollectible.

 

Other current assets

 

Other current assets primarily consists of deposits, prepayments made to vendors or services providers for future services that have not been provided, and other receivables from third parties. These advances are reviewed periodically to determine whether their carrying value has become impaired. As of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024, management believes that the Company’s other current assets are not impaired.

 

Inventories

 

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. The cost of inventories is based on the first-in, first-out principle. Due to the minimal amount of inventory, the Company does not operate a batch program that aggregates the number of units of similar inventory.

 

The cost of inventories include expenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories and other costs incurred in bringing them to their existing location and condition. General and administrative costs are not charged to inventory as they are not considered direct costs towards production.

 

The company does not mortgage, pledge or subject any inventory to lien. Inventories by the Company is not collateralized in any form.

 

Deferred offering costs

 

Pursuant to ASC 340-10-S99-1, offering costs directly attributable to an offering of equity securities are deferred and would be charged against the gross proceeds of the offering as a reduction of additional paid-in capital. These costs include legal fees related to the registration drafting and counsel, consulting fees related to the registration preparation, the SEC filing and print related costs. As of October 31, 2024, the Company had not concluded its IPO hence professional fees are recorded as deferred offering costs. As of October 31, 2024, the accumulated deferred offering cost was S$344,695 (US$260,553).

 

Property and equipment, net

 

Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment if applicable. The Company computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows:

 

Property and equipment   lesser of lease term or expected useful life
Computers   3 years
Furniture and fittings   5 years
Office and production equipment   3 to 5 years
Renovation   3 years

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies (cont’d)

 

The cost and related accumulated depreciation of assets sold or otherwise retired are eliminated from the accounts and any gain or loss is included in the consolidated statement of income. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred, while additions renewals and betterments, which are expected to extend the useful life of assets, are capitalized. The Company also re-evaluates the periods of depreciation to determine whether subsequent events and circumstances warrant revised estimates of useful lives.

 

Impairment of long-lived assets

 

The Company evaluates the recoverability of its long-lived assets (asset groups), including property and equipment and operating lease right-of-use assets, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of its asset (asset group) may not be fully recoverable. When these events occur, the Company measures impairment by comparing the carrying amount of the assets to the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset (asset group) and their eventual disposition. If the sum of the expected undiscounted cash flows is less than the carrying amount of the asset (asset group), the Company recognizes an impairment loss based on the excess of the carrying amount of the asset (asset group) over their fair value. Fair value is generally determined by discounting the cash flows expected to be generated by the asset (asset group), when the market prices are not readily available. The adjusted carrying amount of the asset is the new cost basis and is depreciated over the asset’s remaining useful life. Long-lived assets are grouped with other assets and liabilities at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities. For the year ended April 30, 2024 and six months ended October 31, 2024, no impairment of long-lived assets was observed and recognized.

 

Fair value measurements

 

ASC 820 defines fair value as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining the fair value measurements for assets and liabilities required or permitted to be recorded at fair value, the Company considers the principal or most advantageous market in pricing the asset or liability. ASC 820 establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows:

 

  Level 1 - observable inputs that reflect quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
  Level 2 - other inputs that are directly or indirectly observable in the marketplace.
  Level 3 - unobservable inputs which are supported by little or no market activity.

 

The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other current assets, inventories and liabilities, accounts payable, and accruals and other payables approximate their fair values because of their generally short maturities.

 

Revenue recognition

 

The Company follows the revenue requirements of Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) (“Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 606”). The core principle underlying the revenue recognition of this ASC allows the Company to recognize revenue that represents the transfer of goods and services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expect to be entitled in such exchange. This will require the Company to identify contractual performance obligations and determine whether revenue should be recognized at a point in time or over time, based on when control of goods and services transfers to a customer.

 

To achieve that core principle, the Company applies five-step model to recognize revenue from customer contracts. The five-step model requires that the Company (i) identify the contract with the customer, (ii) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (iii) determine the transaction price, including variable consideration to the extent that it is probable that a significant future reversal will not occur, (iv) allocate the transaction price to the respective performance obligations in the contract, and (v) recognize revenue when (or as) the Company satisfies the performance obligation.

 

Revenues are generally recognized upon the transfer of control via acceptance of promised products provided to our customers, reflecting the amount of consideration we expect to receive for those products or services.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies (cont’d)

 

The Company generates revenue from the following streams:

 

Sales of microscopes and parts

 

The Company sells microscopes and parts. Revenue is recognized when the goods are delivered to the customer and all criteria for acceptance have been satisfied. The goods are often sold with a right of return.

 

The amount of revenue recognized is based on the transaction price, which comprises the contractual price. Based on the Company’s experience with similar types of contracts, variable consideration is typically constrained and is included in the transaction only to the extent that it is a highly probable that a significant reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

 

The Company has elected to apply the practical expedient to recognize the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an expense when incurred where the amortization period of the asset that would otherwise be recognized is one year or less.

 

Contract Assets and contract liabilities

 

The contract assets primarily relate to the Company’s rights to bill for work completed but not billed at the reporting date. The contract assets are transferred to receivables until the subsequent billing phase. The contract liabilities primarily relate to advance billing to customers based on the contract, for which project task has been yet completed.

 

Segments

 

ASC 280, “Segment Reporting”, establishes standards for reporting information about operating segments on a basis consistent with the Company’s internal organizational structure as well as information about geographical areas, business segments and major clients in financial statements for detailing the Company’s business segments. Based on the criteria established by ASC 280, the Company’s chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) has been identified as the Chief Executive Officer, who reviews consolidated results when making decisions about allocating resources and assessing performance of the Company. As a whole and hence, the Company has only one reportable segment. The Company does not distinguish between markets or segments for the purpose of internal reporting.

 

Concentrations and credit risk

 

The Company maintains cash with banks in Singapore (“SGN”). Should any bank holding cash become insolvent, or if the Company is otherwise unable to withdraw funds, the Company would lose the cash with that bank; however, the Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and believes it is not exposed to any significant risks on its cash in bank accounts. In Singapore, a depositor has up to S$100,000 insured by Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation (“SDIC”).

 

Financial instruments that potentially expose the Company to the concentration of credit risk consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents and accounts receivable. The Company has designed their credit policies with an objective to minimize their exposure to credit risk. The Company’s accounts receivable are short term in nature and the associated risk is minimal. The Company conducts credit evaluations on its clients and generally does not require collateral or other security. The Company periodically evaluates the creditworthiness of the existing clients in determining the allowance for doubtful accounts primarily based upon the age of the receivables and factors surrounding the credit risk of specific clients.

 

As of six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and October 31, 2024, the Company’s assets were located in Singapore and the Company’s revenue was derived from the operation in Singapore.

 

For the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024, top 5 customers accounted for 85.7% and 99.9% of total revenue, respectively. The top 5 suppliers accounted for 96% and 100% of our total cost of goods sold, respectively.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, customer A, customer B, customer C and customer D accounted for 27%, 18%, 16% and 13% of the Company’s total revenue and 1% [customer A] and 1% [customer C] of the total accounts receivable as of October 31, 2023; whereas customer B and customer D have no outstanding as of October 31, 2023. For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, customer A, customer B, customer C and customer D accounted for 60%, 13%, 10% and 10% of the Company’s total revenue and 9% [customer A], 7% [customer C] and 12% [customer D] of the total accounts receivable as of October 31, 2024; whereas customer B has no outstanding as of October 31, 2024.

 

For the six months period ended October 31, 2023, vendor A, vendor B and vendor C accounted for 85%, 8%, 2% and 1% of the Company’s total purchases and 90% [vendor B] and 8% [vendor D] of the total accounts payable as of October 31, 2023; whereas vendors A and C have no outstanding as of October 31, 2023. For the six months period ended October 31, 2024, vendor A, vendor B and vendor C accounted for 76%, 15% and 9% of the Company’s total purchases and 30% [vendor B] and 41% [vendor C] of the total accounts payable as of October 31, 2024; whereas vendors A has no outstanding as of October 31, 2024.

 

Government grants

 

Government grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be received, and all attaching conditions will be complied with. Government grant is recognized as ‘Other income’ in profit or loss.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies (cont’d)

 

Commitments and contingencies

 

In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to contingencies, including legal proceedings and claims arising out of the business that relate to a wide range of matters, such as government investigations and tax matters. The Company recognizes a liability for such contingency if it determines it is probable that a loss has occurred and a reasonable estimate of the loss can be made. The Company may consider many factors in making these assessments including historical and the specific facts and circumstances of each matter.

 

Employee benefits

 

Employee benefits are recognized as an expense, unless the cost qualifies to be capitalized as an asset.

 

  i) Defined contribution plans

 

Defined contribution plans are post-employment benefit plans under which the Company pays fixed contributions into separate entities such as the Central Provident Fund on a mandatory, contractual or voluntary basis. The Company has no further payment obligations once the contributions have been paid. Contributions to defined contribution pension schemes are recognized as an expense in the period in which the related service is performed.

 

  ii) Short-term compensated absences

 

Employee entitlements to annual leave are recognized when they accrue to employees. A provision is made for the estimated liability for annual leave as a result of services rendered by employees up to the balance sheet date.

 

Related parties

 

Parties are considered to be related if one party has the ability, directly or indirectly, to control the other party or exercise significant influence over the other party in making financial and operating decisions. Parties are also considered to be related if they are subject to common control or significant influence of the same party, such as a family member or relative, shareholder, or a related corporation.

 

The Company follows ASC 850 Related Party Disclosures for the identification of related parties and disclosure of related party transactions.

 

Foreign currency and foreign currency translation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements are presented in Singapore Dollars (“S$”), which is the reporting currency of the Company. The functional currency of the Company and its subsidiary in the British Virgin Island is United States Dollar (“US$”).

 

Convenience translation

 

Translations of the consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of income and consolidated statement of cash flows from S$ into US$ as of and for the six months period ended October 31, 2024 are solely for the convenience of the reader and were calculated at the rate of US$0.7559 = S$1 as set forth in the statistical release of the Federal Reserve System on October 31, 2024. No representation is made that the SGD amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into US$ at that rate on October 31, 2024, or at any other rate.

 

Income taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under FASB ASC 740. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the consolidated financial statements carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets are also provided for net operating loss carry forward that can be utilized to offset future taxable income.

 

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period including the enactment date. A valuation allowance is established, when necessary, to reduce net deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. Current income taxes are provided for in accordance with the laws of the relevant taxing authorities.

 

The provisions of FASB ASC 740-10-25, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes,” prescribe a more-likely-than-not threshold for consolidated financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken (or expected to be taken) in a tax return. This interpretation also provides guidance on the recognition of income tax assets and liabilities, classification of current and deferred income tax assets and liabilities, accounting for interest and penalties associated with tax positions, and related disclosures.

 

The Company did not accrue any liability, interest or penalties related to uncertain tax positions in its provision for income taxes for the six months ended October 31, 2023 and 2024. The Company does not expect that its assessment regarding unrecognized tax positions will materially change over the next 12 months.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies (cont’d)

 

Leases

 

The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019. The Company is a lessee of non-cancellable operating leases for its corporate office premises. The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Lease assets and liabilities are recognized at the present value of the future lease payments at the lease commencement date. The interest rate used to determine the present value of the future lease payments is the Company’s incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at the lease commencement date. The Company generally uses the base, non-cancellable lease term in calculating the right-of-use assets and liabilities.

 

The Company has elected not to recognize ROU assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less. The Company recognizes the lease payments associated with its short-term leases as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 

The Company evaluates the impairment of its right-of-use assets consistent with the approach applied for its other long-lived assets. The assessment of possible impairment is based on its ability to recover the carrying value of the asset from the expected undiscounted future pre-tax cash flows of the related operations. The Company has elected to include the carrying amount of finance and operating lease liabilities in any tested asset group and include the associated lease payments in the undiscounted future pre-tax cash flows. For the year ended April 30, 2024 and six months period ended October 31, 2024, the Company did not have any impairment loss against its operating lease right-of-use assets.

 

The Company’s operating lease liabilities and right-of-use assets are disclosed in Note 8.

 

Net loss per share

 

Basic loss per share is computed by dividing net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share reflect the potential dilution that could occur if outstanding stock options, warrants and convertible debt were exercised or converted into ordinary shares. When the Company incurs a loss, diluted shares are not included, as their inclusion would have an anti-dilutive effect. The Company did not have any dilutive securities or debt for the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024.

 

Going Concern

 

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. As of the six months ending October 31, 2024, the Group had a net loss of S$2,019,092 (approximately US$1,526,234) and incurred a negative cashflow from operations of S$1,928,901    (approximately US$1,458,055), against a cash balance   of S$231,655 (approximately US$175,108). This raises substantial doubt about our ability as a going concern.

 

To sustain our ability to support our ongoing activities, we considered supplementing our sources of funding through the following:

 

  - Debt financing through private placement, including a shareholder loan amounting to a total of S$2 million (US$1.51 million);
  - Equity financing through private placement or initial public offering; and
  - Cash flow from operations through the sale of our products.

 

Management has commenced a strategy to raise debt and equity. If management is unable to successfully execute this plan, there will likely be a material adverse effect on our business. These raises substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.

 

The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might be necessary if the Group is unable to continue as a going concern.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

The Company is an “emerging growth company” (“EGC”) as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 (the “JOBS Act”). Under the JOBS Act, EGC can delay adopting new or revised accounting standards issued subsequent to the enactment of the JOBS Act until such time as those standards apply to private companies. The Company made the election to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards.

 

In July 2023, the FASB issued ASU Update No. 2023-03, Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205), Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income (Topic 220), Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity (Topic 480), Equity (505), and Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718). This guidance amends,   and addresses several topics pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 120, SEC Staff Announcement at the March 24, 2022 EITF Meeting, and Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 6.B, Accounting Series Release 280—General Revision of Regulation S-X: Income or Loss Applicable to Common Stock. The effect of the amendments was not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

In October 2023, the FASB issued ASU Update No. 2023-06 to incorporate into the Codification 14 of the 27 disclosures referred by the SEC in its Release No. 33-10532. This guidance amends 12 Codification Subtopics, to which the Company has identified several to further analyze the effect of the amendments to the Company’s consolidated financial statements. These amendments are to 1) 250-10 Accounting Changes and Error Corrections and 2) 270-10 Interim Reporting – Overall. The effect of the amendments was not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

Except as mentioned above, the Group does not believe other recently issued but not yet effective accounting standards, if currently adopted, would have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets, statements of operations and cash flows.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

3 Account receivable, net

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Accounts receivable     436,196       56,796       42,932  
Less: allowance for credit losses     (23,607 )     (20,822 )     (15,739 )
Total accounts receivable     412,589       35,974       27,193  

 

Movement of allowance for credit losses are as follows:

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Allowance for credit losses, beginning balance     21,032       23,607       17,845  
Addition     2,575                  
Write off             (2,785)       (2,106)  
Allowance for credit losses, ending balance     23,607       20,822       15,739  

 

4 Other current assets

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Deposit     43,250       43,250       32,693  
Prepayment     20,898       41,148       31,104  
Other current assets     1,008       76,032       57,472  
      65,156       160,430       121,269  

 

5 Loan to third parties

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
      Audited       Unaudited       Unaudited  
Loan to third parties      1,530,982       1,582,604       1,196,290  

 

On January 19, 2024, the Company provided a loan to PT Neura Integrasi Solusi, a technology company providing pathology related software solutions. The loan bears an interest at a rate of 1% per annum, with a maturity date of 36 months and is due on demand. The purpose of the loan was to provide working capital for our Indonesian partner in the expansion of our business. The carrying amount of the loan as of October 31, 2024 is S$1,582,604 (US$1,196,290). The borrower of the loan, PT Neura Integrasi Solusi is neither affiliated with the Company nor the shareholders of the Company.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

6 Property and equipment, net

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Production equipment     571,691       762,692       576,519  
Computer and software     68,674       100,687       76,109  
Furniture and Fittings     4,046       8,156       6,165  
Office Equipment     6,688       6,689       5,056  
Renovation     111,633       117,803       89,047  
Construction in Progress     -       886       670  
Total     762,732       996,913       753,566  
Less: accumulated depreciation     (529,423 )     (625,025 )     (472,456 )
Net book value     233,309       371,888       281,110  

 

Depreciation expense for the six months periods ended October 31, 2024 and 2024 was S$106,009 and S$95,602 (US$72,266) respectively.

 

7 Inventories

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Parts     23,978       8,225       6,217  
Partial finished goods     82,527       82,527       62,382  
Finished goods     81,079       65,773       49,718  
      187,584       156,525       118,317  

 

8 Leases

 

The Company determines if a contract contains a lease at inception. US GAAP requires that the Company’s leases be evaluated and classified as operating or finance leases for financial reporting purposes. The classification evaluation begins at the commencement date and the lease term used in the evaluation includes the non-cancellable period for which the Company has the right to use the underlying asset, together with renewal option periods when the exercise of the renewal option is reasonably certain and failure to exercise such option which results in an economic penalty.

 

The Company has three office premises operating lease agreements with lease terms ranging from two to three years, respectively. The Company’s lease agreements do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants. Upon adoption of ASU 2016-02, no right-of-use (“ROU”) assets nor lease liability was recorded for the lease with a lease term of one year.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

8 Leases (cont’d)

 

As of October 31, 2024, the Company had the following non-cancellable operating lease contracts:

 

Description of lease   Lease term
     
Office premises   2 to 3 years

 

  (a) Amount recognized in the consolidated balance sheets:

 

    As of  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Right-of-use assets     218,146       152,568       115,327  
Operating lease liabilities                        
Current     132,786       136,090       102,870  
Non-current     85,360       16,478       12,457  
      218,146       152,568       115,327  

 

  (b) A summary of lease cost recognized in the Group’s consolidated statements of operations is as follows:

 

    For Six months Periods Ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Operating lease expense     66,878       70,281       53,125  

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

8 Leases (cont’d)

 

Lease Commitment

 

Future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating lease agreements as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024 were as follows:

 

    Minimum lease payment  
    S$     US$  
    Audited     Audited  
Twelve months ending April 30,                
2025     140,561       103,088  
2026     86,848       63,694  
Total future minimum lease payments     227,409       166,782  
Less imputed interest     (9,263 )     (6,794  
Present value of operating lease liabilities     218,146       159,988  
Less: current portion     (132,786 )     (97,385  
Long-term portion     85,360       62,603  

 

    Minimum lease payment  
    S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited  
Twelve months ending October 31,            
2025     140,560       106,249  
2026     16,567       12,523  
Total future minimum lease payments     157,127       118,772  
Less imputed interest     (4,559 )     (3,446 )
Present value of operating lease liabilities     152,568       115,326  
Less: current portion     (136,090 )     (102,870 )
Long-term portion     16,478       12,456  

 

The following summarizes other supplemental information about the Company’s lease as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024:

 

    As of,  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    Audited     Unaudited  
Weighted average discount rate     5 %     5 %
Weighted average remaining lease term     20 months       14 months  

 

9 Bank loans

 

On August 11, 2022, the Company has acquired a 5-year S$270,000 temporary bridging loan which expires in July 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 4.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Andrew Yeo Eng Sian (Chief Executive Officer) and Beh Hook Seng (Executive Chairman). As of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024, the carrying amount of the bank loan was S$187,017 and S$160,822 (US$121,565), respectively.

 

On November 1, 2022, the Company has acquired another 5-year S$500,000 secured fixed rate bank loan which expires in November 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 7.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Beh Hook Seng, Andrew Teo Eng Sian, Wong Teck Far and Chua Jun Hao, David. As of April 30, 2024, the carrying amount of the bank loan was S$387,417. This loan has been fully paid in May 2024.

 

Interest expenses for the six months periods ended October 31, 2023 and 2024 are S$22,891 and S$4,916 (US$3,716), respectively.

 

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PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

9 Bank loans (cont’d)

 

The maturities schedule is as follows:

 

    Amount     Amount  
    S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited  
Year ending October 31,            
2025     54,314       41,056  
2026     56,951       43,049  
2027     49,557       37,460  
2028                
Total     160,822       121,565  
Less: current portion     (54,314 )     (41,056 )
Long-term portion     106,508       80,509  

 

10 Accruals and other current liabilities

 

    As of,  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Accruals     71,023       60,000       45,354  
Goods and Services Tax payables     26,161       -       -  
Provision for reinstatement     32,000       32,000       24,189  
Other payables     61,444       44,910       33,947  
Non-trade creditors     254,494       278,411       210,451  
Total     445,122       415,321       313,941  

 

11 Equity

 

Ordinary and Preference shares

 

The Company was incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands on March 7, 2024. The original authorized share capital of the Company was US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share. Holders of Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares have the same rights except for voting rights. Each holder of our Class A Ordinary Share is entitled to one (1) vote per share. Each holder of our Class B Ordinary Share is entitled to three (3) votes per share.

 

The Company issued 25,598,876 Ordinary Class A and Class B Shares as of April 30, 2024 and 25,598,876 Class A and Class B Shares as of October 31, 2024.

 

Post restructuring, for April 30, 2024, the Company had received a total of S$8,297,201 (US$6,085,167) in share application monies, and S$37,251 (US$27,320) in monies to be received from investors, in relation to the planned issuance of 5,686,501 shares at an average issue price of S$[1.46] per share. We discovered an error whereby we previously reported S$180,000 as “Amount due to Investors”. In accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (“SAB”) 99, Materiality we evaluated the materiality of the error from quantitative and qualitative perspectives, and concluded that the error was immaterial to the Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2023. We have corrected this error through an adjustment from “Amount due to Investor” to “Subscribed, to be issued” for the period ending April 30, 2024. This reduces Balance Sheet amount for Liabilities through a decrease in “Amount due to Investors” and an increase in the Equity section of the Balance Sheet through an increase in “Subscribed, to be issued”.

 

The Company has completed the restructuring process on November 29, 2024.

 

F-16

 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

12 Related party transactions and balances

 

The table below sets forth the major related parties and their relationships with the Company as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024:

 

Name of related parties   Relationship with the Company
Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd.   Major shareholder
Singlight Technology Holdings Pte. Ltd.   Shareholder of the Company

 

Amount due to major shareholder

 

The Company received advances from major shareholder, Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. for business working purposes. The payable balance due to Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. was S$732,753 and S$1,145,423 (US$865,825) as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024. Such balance is interest free, unsecured, and due on demand without an agreement. Due to the due in demand nature of the advance, we reclassified the “Amount due to major shareholder” from non-current liabilities to current liabilities. In accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (“SAB”) 99, Materiality, we evaluated the materiality of the error from qualitative and quantitative perspectives, and concluded that the error was immaterial to the Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2023 and 2024. We have corrected this error by making an adjustment for both periods ending April 30, 2023 and 2024, reducing Balance Sheet amounts for “Non-current liabilities” and increasing the Balance Sheet amounts for “Current liabilities”.

 

13 Income taxes

 

Caymans and BVIs

 

The Company and its subsidiaries are domiciled in the Cayman Island and British Virgin Islands. The locality currently enjoys permanent income tax holidays; accordingly, the Company does not accrue for income taxes.

 

Singapore

 

Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. is incorporated in Singapore and are subject to Singapore Corporate Tax on the taxable income as reported in its statutory financial statements adjusted in accordance with relevant Singapore tax laws. The applicable tax rate is 17% in Singapore, with 75% of the first S$10,000 taxable income and 50% of the next S$190,000 taxable income exempted from income tax.

 

A reconciliation between of the statutory tax rate to the effective tax rate are as follows:

 

    For Six Months Periods Ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Loss before tax     (1,535,175 )     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )
Singapore income tax rate     (17.0 )%     (17.0 )%     (17.0 )%
Reconciling items:                        
Non-deductible expenses     1.3 %     0.9 %     0.9 %
Income not subject to tax     -       -       -  
Singapore Statutory stepped income exemption (Deductions under Section 14)     -       -       -  
Deferred tax assets on temporary differences not recognized     15.7 %     16.1 %     16.1 %
Effective tax rate     -       -       -  

 

F-17

 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

13 Income taxes (cont’d)

 

Deferred tax

 

Significant components of deferred tax were as follows:

 

    As of,  
    April 30, 2024     October 31, 2024     October 31, 2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Audited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Net operating loss carried forward     6,537,161       6,748,859       5,101,463  
Deferred tax assets, gross     1,111,317       1,147,306       867,249  
Valuation allowance     (1,111,317 )     (1,147,306 )     (867,249 )
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance     -       -       -  

 

Deferred tax assets are recognized in the consolidated financial statements only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the Company can utilize the benefits. The use of these tax losses is subject to the agreement of the tax authorities and compliance with certain provisions of the tax legislations of the respective countries in which the group companies operate.

 

The deferred tax assets not recognized as of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024 was S$1,111,317 and S$1,147,306 (US$867,249) respectively. The deferred tax assets not recognized was primarily related to the Company’s net loss (tax losses) carry forwards, in the judgment of management, are not more likely than not to be realized. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that all or some portion of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. Tax losses on Net Operating Losses can be carried forward indefinitely unless there’s a major change in shareholding.

 

14 Other operating expenses

 

    For Six Months Periods Ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Consumable expenses     85,522       -       -  
Marketing expenses     45,405       30,841       23,313  
Professional fees     285,221       317,947       240,335  
Travelling expenses     64,406       71,063       53,717  
Other expenses     15,533       116,710       88,221  
Total     496,087       536,561       405,586  

 

F-18

 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

15 Other income

 

    For Six Months Periods Ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Interest income     1       5,832       4,408  
Government grants     66,098       30,889       23,350  
Other     49,603       20,710       15,655  
Total     115,702       57,431       43,413  

 

16 Loss per share

 

Basic loss per share is the amount of losses available to each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted loss per share is the amount of losses available to each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period adjusted to include the effect of potentially dilutive common shares.

 

    For Six Months Periods Ended October 31,  
    2023     2024     2024  
    S$     S$     US$  
    Unaudited     Unaudited     Unaudited  
Numerator:                  
Net loss available to common stockholders     (1,535,175 )     (2,019,092 )     (1,526,234 )
Denominator:                        
Weighted average Class A and Class B shares outstanding – basic and diluted     21,930,333       25,598,876       25,598,876  
Loss per common share:                        
Basic and diluted     (0.07 )     (0.08 )     (0.06 )

 

17 Commitment and Contingencies

 

For the details on future minimum lease payment under the non-cancellable operating leases as of October 31, 2024, please refer to Note 8 set forth in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

As of April 30, 2024 and October 31, 2024, the Company did not have any capital commitments and contingencies.

 

18 Subsequent events

 

The Company has assessed all subsequent events through the date that the consolidated financial statements were issued and other than the following, there are no further material subsequent events that require disclosure in these consolidated financial statements.

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company completed an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares. On the same date, an additional share of 128,215 Class A Ordinary Shares are issued to a new investor.

 

On February 15, 2025, the Company obtained a shareholder loan from TongHuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. of S$1 million with an additional option of S$1 million.

 

F-19

 

 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

 

Board of Directors and Shareholders

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

Opinion on the Financial Statements

 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited as of April 30, 2024 and 2023, and the related consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss, change in shareholders’ deficit, and cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2024, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited as of April 30, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the two years in the period ended April 30, 2024, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the entity’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

 

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

 

/s/ Kreit & Chiu CPA LLP

 

We have served as Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited ’s auditor since 2023.

 

Los Angeles, California

November 13, 2024, except for Notes 1, 11 and 16 for which the date is November 29, 2024 and Note 2 for which the date is December 11, 2024.

 

F-20
 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
ASSETS               
Current assets               
Cash and cash equivalents   54,097    2,312,107    1,695,699 
Accounts receivable, net   548,203    412,589    302,593 
Contract assets   18,827    -    - 
Other current assets   136,647    65,156    47,786 
Loan to third parties   -    1,530,982    1,122,822 
Deferred offering costs   -    224,694    164,791 
Inventories   151,523    187,584    137,574 
Total current assets   909,297    4,733,112    3,471,265 
                
Non-current assets               
Property and equipment, net   305,633    233,309    171,109 
Right-of-use assets   167,436    218,146    159,988 
Total non-current assets   473,069    451,455    331,097 
                
TOTAL ASSETS   1,382,366    5,184,567    3,802,362 
                
LIABILITIES               
Current liabilities               
Accounts payable   91,094    293,908    215,552 
Accruals and other payables   281,072    445,122    326,452 
Amount due to major shareholders   2,962,000    732,753    537,401 
Amount due to investors   180,000    -    - 
Bank loans, current   143,354    440,455    323,030 
Operating lease liabilities, current   90,315    132,786    97,385 
Total current liabilities   3,747,835    2,045,024    1,499,820 
                
Non-current liabilities               
Bank loans, non-current   574,563    133,979    98,260 
Operating lease liabilities, non-current   77,121    85,360    62,603 
Total non-current liabilities   651,684    219,339    160,863 
                
TOTAL LIABILITIES   4,399,519    2,264,363    1,660,683 
                
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES               
                
SHAREHOLDERS’ (DEFICIT) / EQUITY               
Ordinary shares, Class A, USD 0.0001 par value and [10,473,625] outstanding at April 30 2024   145    1,428    1,047 
Ordinary shares, Class B, USD 0.0001 par value and [15,125,250] shares outstanding at April 30, 2024*   2,509    2,063    1,513 
Additional paid-in capital   1,650,415    9,984,030    7,322,288 
Subscription receivable   -    (37,251)   (27,320)
Accumulated deficit   (4,670,222)   (7,030,066)   (5,155,849)
Total shareholders’ (deficit) / equity   (3,017,153)   2,920,204    2,141,679 
                
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY   1,382,366    5,184,567    3,802,362 

 

* Give retroactive effect to reflect the reorganization in November 2024. See Note 1.

** Amount less than S$1.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

F-21
 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

 

   For the years ended April 30 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Revenue   650,797    1,882,803    1,380,848 
Cost of Goods sold (excluding depreciation shown separately below)   (536,169)   (985,099)   (722,472)
Employee benefits expenses   (1,323,686)   (1,851,971)   (1,358,236)
Depreciation expenses   (195,641)   (176,713)   (129,602)
Operating lease expense   (102,136)   (136,781)   (100,316)
Research and Development Expenses   (26,956)   (90,566)   (66,421)
Other operating expenses   (508,427)   (1,144,802)   (839,598)
Loss from operations   (2,042,218)   (2,503,129)   (1,835,797)
                
Non-operating income :               
Other income   399,461    186,828    137,020 
Interest expense   (25,066)   (43,543)   (31,935)
Total non-operating income, net   374,395    143,285    105,085 
                
Loss before income taxes   (1,667,823)   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)
Income tax expense   -    -    - 
Net loss   (1,667,823)   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)
                
Weighted average number of outstanding ordinary shares*               
Basic and diluted   19,912,375    23,540,241    23,540,241 
                
Net loss per share attributable to ordinary shareholders               
Basic and diluted   (0.08)   (0.10)   (0.07)

 

* Give retroactive effect to reflect the reorganization on November 2024. See Note 1.

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

F-22
 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS’ DEFICIT

 

   Ordinary shares (Class A and Class B) 
  

Shares

Outstanding

  

Par

value

  

Additional

paid-in

capital

  

Subscription

Receivables

  

Accumulated

deficit

  

Total

shareholders’ (deficit) /

equity

 
Balance as of April 30, 2023   19,912,375    2,654    1,650,415    0    (4,670,222)   (3,017,153)
Net loss   -    -    -    -    (2,359,844)   (2,359,844)
Proceeds from Investors   5,686,501    837    8,333,615    (37,251)   -    8,297,201 
Balance as of April 30, 2024   25,598,876    3,491    9,984,030    (37,251)   (7,030,066)   2,920,204 
                               
          US$    US$    US$    US$    US$ 
Balance as of April 30, 2024   25,598,876    2,560    7,322,288    (27,320)   (5,155,849)   2,141,679 

 

 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

F-23
 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

 

   For the years ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:               
Net loss   (1,667,823)   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:               
Gain on disposal of property and equipment   (14,776)   -    - 
Fixed assets written off   1,476    16,929    12,416 
Depreciation   195,641    176,713    129,601 
Operating lease expenses   94,576    136,781    100,316 
Change in operating assets and liabilities:               
Account receivables   (458,952)   135,614    99,459 
Contract assets   (18,827)   18,827    13,808 
Other current assets   (73,373)   71,491   52,432
Inventories   116,530    (36,061)   (26,447)
Account payables   (33,491)   202,814    148,744 
Accruals and other payables   157,338    198,001    145,214 
Contract liabilities   7,729    (33,951)   (24,900)
Operating lease obligations   (94,576)   (136,781)   (100,316)
                
Net cash used in operating activities   (1,788,528)   (1,609,467)   (1,180,385)
                
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:               
Purchase of equipment   (217,636)   (121,318)   (88,975)
Loan to third party   

-

    (1,530,982)   (1,122,822)
Proceeds from disposal of equipment   29,748    -    - 
                
Net cash used in investing activities   (187,888)   (1,652,300)   (1,211,797)
                
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:               
Proceeds from bank loans   770,000    -    - 
Repayment of bank loans   (52,083)   (143,483)   (105,230)
Proceeds from subscription   180,000    8,117,201    5,953,155 
Proceeds from major shareholder   1,012,000    636,127    466,536 
Repayment to major shareholder   -    (2,865,374)   (2,101,465)
Deferred offering cost   -    (224,694)   (164,790)
                
Net cash provided by financing activities   1,909,917    5,519,777    4,048,206 
                
Net change in cash and cash equivalents   (66,499)   2,258,010    1,656,024 
                
Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of year   120,596    54,097    39,675 
                
Cash and cash equivalents - end of year   54,097    2,312,107    1,695,699 
                
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:               
Cash paid for interest   25,066    43,543    31,935 
New shares issued with consideration receivable   -    37,251    27,320 

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

 

F-24
 

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

1 Organization and business overview

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited or the Company is an investment holding company incorporated on March 7, 2024 under the laws of the Cayman Islands. The Company, through its subsidiaries provides research and development, as well as the manufacturing and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products. Using its patented microsphere technology, the Company can significantly increase the magnification of existing traditional optical microscope by up to 4 times compared to its competitors, thereby allowing the Company’s client to see beyond the optical limit of 200nm in a cost effective manner. Currently, it is the only commercially available advanced optical microscope that can see below the 200nm optical limit with a commercially viable working distance.

 

In addition to selling optical and microscopy equipment, the Company develops software solution that is complimentary to the hardware equipment in order to provide partners and clients with a fully integrated hardware and software microscopy solution. The software is augmented by algorithms around Artificial Intelligence to allow for use cases in pathology and metrology, whereby partners and clients can use the software to further analyze what they see through the hardware equipment.

 

The Company and its subsidiaries are collectively referred to as the “Company”. The Company is headquartered in Singapore.

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company proceeded with an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Subject to completion of the restructuring, both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

The Reorganization has been accounted for as a recapitalization among entities under common control since the same controlling shareholders controlled all these entities before and after the Reorganization. The consolidation of the Company and its subsidiaries has been accounted for at historical cost and prepared on the basis as if the aforementioned transactions had become effective as of the beginning of the first period presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Results of operations for the periods presented comprise those of the previously separate entities combined from the beginning of the period to the end of the period eliminating the effects of intra-entity transactions.

 

The consolidated financial statements of the Company include the following entities:

 

 

Name   Date of incorporation   Percentage of direct or indirect interests   Place of incorporation   Principal activities
Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited   March 7, 2024   Parent Company   Cayman Island   Investment holding
Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited   March 7, 2024   Parent Company   British Virgin Islands   Investment holding
Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.   August 28, 2017   100%   Singapore   Research and development and commercialization of advanced microscopy-related solutions, technologies and products.

 

F-25
 

 

2 Summary of significant accounting policies

 

Basis of presentation

 

This summary of significant accounting policies is presented to assist in understanding the Company’s consolidated financial statements and have been consistently applied in the preparation of the financial statements. The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”) and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

 

Consolidation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly owned subsidiaries. Significant inter-company balances, investment and capital, if any, have been eliminated upon consolidation.

 

Use of estimates

 

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements about carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Significant accounting estimates reflected in the Company’s consolidated financial statements include, but are not limited to the useful lives and impairment of long-lived assets, and collectability of accounts receivable and other current assets. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents primarily consist of bank deposits with original maturities of three months or less, which are unrestricted as to withdrawal and use.

 

Accounts receivable, net

 

Accounts receivable mainly represent amounts due from customers that meet the revenue recognition criteria. These accounts receivables are recorded net of any allowance for credit losses and specific customer credit allowances. The Company maintains an allowance for estimated credit losses inherent in its accounts receivable portfolio. In establishing the required allowance, management considers historical losses adjusted to take into account current market conditions and the Company’s customers’ financial condition, the receivable amount in dispute, and the current receivables aging and current payment patterns, over the contractual life of the receivable. The Company writes off the receivable when it is determined to be uncollectible.

 

Other current assets

 

Other current assets primarily consists of deposits, prepayments made to vendors or services providers for future services that have not been provided, and other receivables from third parties. These advances are reviewed periodically to determine whether their carrying value has become impaired. As of April 30, 2023 and 2024, management believes that the Company’s other current assets are not impaired.

 

Inventories

 

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. The cost of inventories is based on the first-in, first-out principle. Due to the minimal amount of inventory, the Company does not operate a batch program that aggregates the number of units of similar inventory.

 

The cost of inventories include expenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories and other costs incurred in bringing them to their existing location and condition. General and administrative costs are not charged to inventory as they are not considered direct costs towards production.

 

The company does not mortgage, pledge or subject any inventory to lien. Inventories by the Company is not collateralized in any form.

 

Deferred offering costs

 

Pursuant to ASC 340-10-S99-1, offering costs directly attributable to an offering of equity securities are deferred and would be charged against the gross proceeds of the offering as a reduction of additional paid-in capital. These costs include legal fees related to the registration drafting and counsel, consulting fees related to the registration preparation, the SEC filing and print related costs. As of April 30, 2024, the Company had not concluded its IPO hence professional fees are recorded as deferred offering costs. As of April 30, 2024, the accumulated deferred offering cost was S$224,694 (US$164,791).

 

Property and equipment, net

 

Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment if applicable. The Company computes depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows:

 

Property and equipment   lesser of lease term or expected useful life
Computers   3 years
Furniture and fittings   5 years
Office and production equipment   3 to 5 years
Renovation   3 years

 

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The cost and related accumulated depreciation of assets sold or otherwise retired are eliminated from the accounts and any gain or loss is included in the consolidated statement of income. Expenditures for maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred, while additions renewals and betterments, which are expected to extend the useful life of assets, are capitalized. The Company also re-evaluates the periods of depreciation to determine whether subsequent events and circumstances warrant revised estimates of useful lives.

 

Impairment of long-lived assets

 

The Company evaluates the recoverability of its long-lived assets (asset groups), including property and equipment and operating lease right-of-use assets, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of its asset (asset group) may not be fully recoverable. When these events occur, the Company measures impairment by comparing the carrying amount of the assets to the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset (asset group) and their eventual disposition. If the sum of the expected undiscounted cash flows is less than the carrying amount of the asset (asset group), the Company recognizes an impairment loss based on the excess of the carrying amount of the asset (asset group) over their fair value. Fair value is generally determined by discounting the cash flows expected to be generated by the asset (asset group), when the market prices are not readily available. The adjusted carrying amount of the asset is the new cost basis and is depreciated over the asset’s remaining useful life. Long-lived assets are grouped with other assets and liabilities at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities. For the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, no impairment of long-lived assets was observed and recognized.

 

Fair value measurements

 

ASC 820 defines fair value as the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining the fair value measurements for assets and liabilities required or permitted to be recorded at fair value, the Company considers the principal or most advantageous market in pricing the asset or liability. ASC 820 establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy, which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows:

 

  Level 1 - observable inputs that reflect quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
  Level 2 - other inputs that are directly or indirectly observable in the marketplace.
  Level 3 - unobservable inputs which are supported by little or no market activity.

 

The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other current assets, inventories and liabilities, accounts payable, and accruals and other payables approximate their fair values because of their generally short maturities.

 

Revenue recognition

 

The Company follows the revenue requirements of Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) (“Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 606”). The core principle underlying the revenue recognition of this ASC allows the Company to recognize revenue that represents the transfer of goods and services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the Company expect to be entitled in such exchange. This will require the Company to identify contractual performance obligations and determine whether revenue should be recognized at a point in time or over time, based on when control of goods and services transfers to a customer.

 

To achieve that core principle, the Company applies five-step model to recognize revenue from customer contracts. The five-step model requires that the Company (i) identify the contract with the customer, (ii) identify the performance obligations in the contract, (iii) determine the transaction price, including variable consideration to the extent that it is probable that a significant future reversal will not occur, (iv) allocate the transaction price to the respective performance obligations in the contract, and (v) recognize revenue when (or as) the Company satisfies the performance obligation.

 

Revenues are generally recognized upon the transfer of control via acceptance of promised products provided to our customers, reflecting the amount of consideration we expect to receive for those products or services.

 

Adjustments to comparative figures – correction of errors

 

For the year ended April 30, 2024, the Company has identified a misstatement in the classification of a loan to 3rd party which was booked under “Cash Flows from Operating Activities” to the amount of S$1,539,982 (approximately US$1,122,822). This was adjusted to “Cash Flows from Investing Activities” for the year ended April 30, 2024.

 

There is no impact on net cash flow, total assets, opening cash balances and ending cash balances from this adjustment.

 

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The Company generates revenue from the following streams:

 

Sales of microscopes and parts

 

The Company sells microscopes and parts. Revenue is recognized when the goods are delivered to the customer and all criteria for acceptance have been satisfied. The goods are often sold with a right of return.

 

The amount of revenue recognized is based on the transaction price, which comprises the contractual price. Based on the Company’s experience with similar types of contracts, variable consideration is typically constrained and is included in the transaction only to the extent that it is a highly probable that a significant reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

 

The Company has elected to apply the practical expedient to recognize the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an expense when incurred where the amortization period of the asset that would otherwise be recognized is one year or less.

 

Contract Assets and contract liabilities

 

The contract assets primarily relate to the Company’s rights to bill for work completed but not billed at the reporting date. The contract assets are transferred to receivables until the subsequent billing phase. The contract liabilities primarily relate to advance billing to customers based on the contract, for which project task has been yet completed.

 

Segments

 

ASC 280, “Segment Reporting”, establishes standards for reporting information about operating segments on a basis consistent with the Company’s internal organizational structure as well as information about geographical areas, business segments and major clients in financial statements for detailing the Company’s business segments. Based on the criteria established by ASC 280, the Company’s chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) has been identified as the Chief Executive Officer, who reviews consolidated results when making decisions about allocating resources and assessing performance of the Company. As a whole and hence, the Company has only one reportable segment. The Company does not distinguish between markets or segments for the purpose of internal reporting.

 

Concentrations and credit risk

 

The Company maintains cash with banks in Singapore (“SGN”). Should any bank holding cash become insolvent, or if the Company is otherwise unable to withdraw funds, the Company would lose the cash with that bank; however, the Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and believes it is not exposed to any significant risks on its cash in bank accounts. In Singapore, a depositor has up to S$100,000 insured by Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation (“SDIC”).

 

Financial instruments that potentially expose the Company to the concentration of credit risk consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents and accounts receivable. The Company has designed their credit policies with an objective to minimize their exposure to credit risk. The Company’s accounts receivable are short term in nature and the associated risk is minimal. The Company conducts credit evaluations on its clients and generally does not require collateral or other security. The Company periodically evaluates the creditworthiness of the existing clients in determining the allowance for doubtful accounts primarily based upon the age of the receivables and factors surrounding the credit risk of specific clients.

 

As of April 30, 2023 and 2024, the Company’s assets were located in Singapore and the Company’s revenue was derived from the operation in Singapore.

 

For the financial years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, top 5 customers accounted for 86% and 91% of total revenue, respectively. The top 5 suppliers accounted for 91% and 87% of our total cost of goods sold, respectively.

 

For the financial year ended April 30, 2023, customer A, customer B, customer C and customer D accounted for 42%, 15%, 11% and 9% of the Company’s total revenue and 60% [customer A], 24% [customer B] and 12% [customer D] of the total accounts receivable as of April 30, 2023; whereas customer C has no outstanding as of April 30, 2023. For the financial year ended April 30, 2024, customer A, customer B, customer C and customer D accounted for 73%, 6%, 5% and 4% of the Company’s total revenue and 45% [customer A] of the total accounts receivable as of April 30, 2024; whereas customers B, C and D have no outstanding as of April 30, 2024.

 

For the financial year ended April 30, 2023, vendor A, vendor B, vendor C and vendor D accounted for 54%, 25%, 6% and 3% of the Company’s total purchases and 55% [vendor C] of the total accounts payable as of April 30, 2023; whereas vendors A, B and D have no outstanding as of April 30, 2023. For the financial year ended April 30, 2024, vendor A, vendor B, vendor C and vendor D accounted for 39%, 30%, 13% and 3% of the Company’s total purchases and 57% [vendor B] and 41% [vendor C] of the total accounts payable as of April 30, 2024; whereas vendors A and D have no outstanding as of April 30, 2024..

 

Government grants

 

Government grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be received, and all attaching conditions will be complied with. Government grant is recognized as ‘Other income’ in profit or loss.

 

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Commitments and contingencies

 

In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to contingencies, including legal proceedings and claims arising out of the business that relate to a wide range of matters, such as government investigations and tax matters. The Company recognizes a liability for such contingency if it determines it is probable that a loss has occurred and a reasonable estimate of the loss can be made. The Company may consider many factors in making these assessments including historical and the specific facts and circumstances of each matter.

 

Employee benefits

 

Employee benefits are recognized as an expense, unless the cost qualifies to be capitalized as an asset.

 

i)Defined contribution plans

 

Defined contribution plans are post-employment benefit plans under which the Company pays fixed contributions into separate entities such as the Central Provident Fund on a mandatory, contractual or voluntary basis. The Company has no further payment obligations once the contributions have been paid. Contributions to defined contribution pension schemes are recognized as an expense in the period in which the related service is performed.

 

ii)Short-term compensated absences

 

Employee entitlements to annual leave are recognized when they accrue to employees. A provision is made for the estimated liability for annual leave as a result of services rendered by employees up to the balance sheet date.

 

Related parties

 

Parties are considered to be related if one party has the ability, directly or indirectly, to control the other party or exercise significant influence over the other party in making financial and operating decisions. Parties are also considered to be related if they are subject to common control or significant influence of the same party, such as a family member or relative, shareholder, or a related corporation.

 

The Company follows ASC 850 Related Party Disclosures for the identification of related parties and disclosure of related party transactions.

 

Foreign currency and foreign currency translation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements are presented in Singapore Dollars (“S$”), which is the reporting currency of the Company. The functional currency of the Company and its subsidiary in the British Virgin Island is United States Dollar (“US$”).

 

Convenience translation

 

Translations of the consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of income and consolidated statement of cash flows from S$ into US$ as of and for the year ended April 30, 2024 are solely for the convenience of the reader and were calculated at the rate of US$0.7334 = S$1 as set forth in the statistical release of the Federal Reserve System on April 30, 2024. No representation is made that the SGD amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into US$ at that rate on April 30, 2024, or at any other rate.

 

Income taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under FASB ASC 740. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the consolidated financial statements carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets are also provided for net operating loss carry forward that can be utilized to offset future taxable income.

 

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period including the enactment date. A valuation allowance is established, when necessary, to reduce net deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. Current income taxes are provided for in accordance with the laws of the relevant taxing authorities.

 

The provisions of FASB ASC 740-10-25, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes,” prescribe a more-likely-than-not threshold for consolidated financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken (or expected to be taken) in a tax return. This interpretation also provides guidance on the recognition of income tax assets and liabilities, classification of current and deferred income tax assets and liabilities, accounting for interest and penalties associated with tax positions, and related disclosures.

 

The Company did not accrue any liability, interest or penalties related to uncertain tax positions in its provision for income taxes for the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024. The Company does not expect that its assessment regarding unrecognized tax positions will materially change over the next 12 months.

 

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Leases

 

The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019. The Company is a lessee of non-cancellable operating leases for its corporate office premises. The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Lease assets and liabilities are recognized at the present value of the future lease payments at the lease commencement date. The interest rate used to determine the present value of the future lease payments is the Company’s incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at the lease commencement date. The Company generally uses the base, non-cancellable lease term in calculating the right-of-use assets and liabilities.

 

The Company has elected not to recognize ROU assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less. The Company recognizes the lease payments associated with its short-term leases as an expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 

The Company evaluates the impairment of its right-of-use assets consistent with the approach applied for its other long-lived assets. The assessment of possible impairment is based on its ability to recover the carrying value of the asset from the expected undiscounted future pre-tax cash flows of the related operations. The Company has elected to include the carrying amount of finance and operating lease liabilities in any tested asset group and include the associated lease payments in the undiscounted future pre-tax cash flows. For the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024, the Company did not have any impairment loss against its operating lease right-of-use assets.

 

The Company’s operating lease liabilities and right-of-use assets are disclosed in Note 8.

 

Net (loss) per share

 

Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net earnings (loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share reflect the potential dilution that could occur if outstanding stock options, warrants and convertible debt were exercised or converted into ordinary shares. When the Company incurs a loss, diluted shares are not included, as their inclusion would have an anti-dilutive effect. The Company did not have any dilutive securities or debt for each of the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024.

 

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

The Company is an “emerging growth company” (“EGC”) as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 (the “JOBS Act”). Under the JOBS Act, EGC can delay adopting new or revised accounting standards issued subsequent to the enactment of the JOBS Act until such time as those standards apply to private companies. The Company made the election to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards.

 

In July 2023, the FASB issued ASU Update No. 2023-03, Presentation of Financial Statements (Topic 205), Income Statement—Reporting Comprehensive Income (Topic 220), Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity (Topic 480), Equity (505), and Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718). This guidance amends, and addresses several topics pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 120, SEC Staff Announcement at the March 24, 2022 EITF Meeting, and Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 6.B, Accounting Series Release 280—General Revision of Regulation S-X: Income or Loss Applicable to Common Stock. The effect of the amendments was not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

In October 2023, the FASB issued ASU Update No. 2023-06 to incorporate into the Codification 14 of the 27 disclosures referred by the SEC in its Release No. 33-10532. This guidance amends 12 Codification Subtopics, to which the Company has identified several to further analyze the effect of the amendments to the Company’s consolidated financial statements. These amendments are to 1) 250-10 Accounting Changes and Error Corrections and 2) 270-10 Interim Reporting – Overall. The effect of the amendments was not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

 

Except as mentioned above, the Group does not believe other recently issued but not yet effective accounting standards, if currently adopted, would have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets, statements of operations and cash flows.

 

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3 Account receivable, net

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Accounts receivable   569,235    436,196    319,906 
Less: allowance for credit losses   (21,032)   (23,607)   (17,313)
Total accounts receivable   548,203    412,589    302,593 

 

Movement of allowance for credit losses are as follows:

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Allowance for credit losses, beginning balance   48,073    21,032    15,424 
Addition   -    2,575    1,889 
Write off   (27,041)   -    - 
Allowance for credit losses, ending balance   21,032    23,607    17,313 

 

4 Other current assets

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Deposit   48,274    43,250    31,720 
Prepayment   68,330    20,898    15,327 
Other current assets   20,043    1,008    739 
    136,647    65,156    47,786 

 

5 Loan to third parties

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
                
        -    1,530,982    1,122,822 

 

On 19th January 2024, the Company provided a loan to PT Neura Integrasi Solusi, a technology company providing pathology related software solutions. The loan bears an interest at a rate of 1% per annum, with a maturity date of 36 months and is due on demand. The purpose of the loan was to provide working capital for our Indonesian partner in the expansion of our business. The carrying amount of the loan as of April 30, 2024 is S$ 1,530,982 (US$1,122,822). The borrower of the loan, PT Neura Integrasi Solusi is neither affiliated with the Company nor the shareholders of the Company.

 

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6 Property and equipment, net

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Production equipment   527,691    571,691    419,278 
Computer and software   55,070    68,674    50,366 
Furniture and Fittings   2,533    4,046    2,967 
Office Equipment   6,688    6,688    4,905 
Renovation   111,633    111,633    81,872 
Total   703,615    762,732    559,388 
Less: accumulated depreciation   (397,982)   (529,423)   (388,279)
Net book value   305,633    233,309    171,109 

 

Depreciation expense for the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 was S$195,641 and S$176,713 (US$129,601) respectively.

 

7 Inventories

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Parts   14,477    23,978    17,585 
Partial finished goods   -    82,527    60,525 
Finished goods   137,046    81,079    59,464 
    151,523    187,584    137,574 

 

8 Leases

 

The Company determines if a contract contains a lease at inception. US GAAP requires that the Company’s leases be evaluated and classified as operating or finance leases for financial reporting purposes. The classification evaluation begins at the commencement date and the lease term used in the evaluation includes the non-cancellable period for which the Company has the right to use the underlying asset, together with renewal option periods when the exercise of the renewal option is reasonably certain and failure to exercise such option which results in an economic penalty.

 

The Company has three office premises operating lease agreements with lease terms ranging from two to three years, respectively. The Company’s lease agreements do not contain any material residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants. Upon adoption of ASU 2016-02, no right-of-use (“ROU”) assets nor lease liability was recorded for the lease with a lease term of one year.

 

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As of April 30, 2024, the Company had the following non-cancellable operating lease contracts:

 

Description of lease   Lease term
     
Office premises   2 to 3 years

 

8 Leases (cont’d)

 

  (a) Amount recognized in the consolidated balance sheets:

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Right-of-use assets   167,436    218,146    159,988 
Operating lease liabilities               
Current   90,315    132,786    97,385 
Non-current   77,121    85,360    62,603 
    167,436    218,146    159,988 

 

  (b) A summary of lease cost recognized in the Group’s consolidated statements of operations is as follows:

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Operating lease expense   102,136    136,781    100,316 

 

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Lease Commitment

 

Future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating lease agreements as of April 30, 2024 were as follows:

 

   Minimum lease payment 
  S$   US$ 
         
Twelve months ending April 30,        
2025   140,561    103,088 
2026   86,848    63,694 
Total future minimum lease payments   227,409    166,782 
Less imputed interest   (9,263)   (6,794)
Present value of operating lease liabilities   218,146    159,988 
Less: current portion   (132,786)   (97,385)
Long-term portion   85,360    62,603 

 

The following summarizes other supplemental information about the Company’s lease as of April 30:

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024 
Weighted average discount rate   5.25%   5%
Weighted average remaining lease term   15 months    20 months 

 

9 Bank loans

 

On August 11, 2022, the Company has acquired a 5-year S$270,000 temporary bridging loan which expires in July 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 4.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Andrew Yeo Eng Sian (Chief Executive Officer) and Beh Hook Seng (Executive Chairman). As of April 30, 2023 and 2024, the carrying amount of the bank loan was S$242,640 and S$187,017 (US$137,158), respectively.

 

On November 1, 2022, the Company has acquired another 5-year S$500,000 secured fixed rate bank loan which expires in November 2027. The bank loan which carries interest of 7.75% per annum is secured by joint and several guarantee by Beh Hook Seng, Andrew Teo Eng Sian, Wong Teck Far and Chua Jun Hao, David. As of April 30, 2023 and 2024, the carrying amount of the bank loan was S$475,277 and S$387,417 (US$284,132), respectively.

 

Interest expenses for the years ended April 30, 2023 and 2024 are S$25,066 and S$43,543 (US$31,935), respectively.

 

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The maturities schedule is as follows:

 

   Amount   Amount 
  S$   US$ 
Year ending April 30,        
2025   440,455    323,030 
2026   55,613    40,786 
2027   58,313    42,767 
2028   20,053    14,707 
Total   574,434    421,290 
Less: current portion   (440,455)   (323,030)
Long-term portion   133,979    98,260 

 

10 Accruals and other current liabilities

 

   As of April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Accruals   95,173    71,023    52,088 
Goods and Services Tax payables   6,018    26,161    19,186 
Provision for reinstatement   32,000    32,000    23,469 
Other payables   -    61,444    45,063 
Non-trade creditors   147,881    254,494    186,646 
Total   281,072    445,122    326,452 

 

11 Equity

 

Ordinary and Preference shares

 

The Company was incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands on March 7, 2024. The original authorized share capital of the Company was US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares, par value US$0.0001 per share. Holders of Class A Ordinary Shares and Class B Ordinary Shares have the same rights except for voting rights. Each holder of our Class A Ordinary Share is entitled to one (1) vote per share. Each holder of our Class B Ordinary Share is entitled to three (3) votes per share.

 

The Company issued 19,912,375 Ordinary Class A and Class B Shares as of April 30, 2023 and 25,598,876 Class A and Class B Shares as of April 30, 2024.

 

Post restructuring, for April 30, 2024, the Company had received a total of S$8,297,201 (US$6,085,167) in share application monies, and S$37,251 (US$27,320) in monies to be received from investors, in relation to the planned issuance of 5,686,501 shares at an average issue price of S$[1.46] per share. We discovered an error whereby we previously reported S$180,000 as “Amount due to Investors”. In accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (“SAB”) 99, Materiality we evaluated the materiality of the error from quantitative and qualitative perspectives, and concluded that the error was immaterial to the Balance Sheet as of April 30 2023. We have corrected this error through an adjustment from “Amount due to Investor” to “Subscribed, to be issued” for the period ending April 30, 2024. This reduces Balance Sheet amount for Liabilities through a decrease in “Amount due to Investors” and an increase in the Equity section of the Balance Sheet through an increase in “Subscribed, to be issued”.

 

The Company has completed the restructuring process on 29 November 2024.

 

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12 Related party transactions and balances

 

The table below sets forth the major related parties and their relationships with the Company as of April 30, 2023 and 2024:

 

Name of related parties   Relationship with the Company
Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd.   Major shareholder
Singlight Technology Holdings Pte. Ltd.   Shareholder of the Company

 

Amount due to major shareholder

 

The Company received advances from major shareholder, Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. for business working purposes. The payable balance due to Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd. was S$2,962,000 and S$732,753 (US$537,401) as of April 30, 2023 and 2024. Such balance is interest free, unsecured, and due on demand without an agreement. Due to the due in demand nature of the advance, we reclassified the “Amount due to major shareholder” from non-current liabilities to current liabilities. In accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (“SAB”) 99, Materiality, we evaluated the materiality of the error from qualitative and quantitative perspectives, and concluded that the error was immaterial to the Balance Sheet as of 30th April 2023 and 30th April 2024. We have corrected this error by making an adjustment for both periods ending 30th April 2023 and 3th April 2024, reducing Balance Sheet amounts for “Non-current liabilities” and increasing the Balance Sheet amounts for “Current liabilities”.

 

13 Income taxes

 

Caymans and BVIs

 

The Company and its subsidiaries are domiciled in the Cayman Island and British Virgin Islands. The locality currently enjoys permanent income tax holidays; accordingly, the Company does not accrue for income taxes.

 

Singapore

 

Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. is incorporated in Singapore and are subject to Singapore Corporate Tax on the taxable income as reported in its statutory financial statements adjusted in accordance with relevant Singapore tax laws. The applicable tax rate is 17% in Singapore, with 75% of the first S$10,000 taxable income and 50% of the next S$190,000 taxable income exempted from income tax.

 

13 Income taxes (cont’d)

 

A reconciliation between of the statutory tax rate to the effective tax rate are as follows:

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Loss before tax   (1,667,823)   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)
Singapore income tax rate   (17.0)%   (17.0)%   (17.0)%
Reconciling items:               
Non-deductible expenses   2.1%   1.4%   1.4%
Income not subject to tax   -    -    - 
Singapore Statutory stepped income exemption (Deductions under Section 14)   -    -    - 
Deferred tax assets on temporary differences not recognized   14.9%   15.6%   15.6%
Effective tax rate   -    -    - 

 

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Deferred tax

 

Significant components of deferred tax were as follows:

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Net operating loss carried forward   4,373,226    6,537,161    4,794,354 
Deferred tax assets, gross   743,448    1,111,317    815,040 
Valuation allowance   (743,448)   (1,111,317)   (815,040)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance   -    -    - 

 

Deferred tax assets are recognized in the consolidated financial statements only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the Company can utilize the benefits. The use of these tax losses is subject to the agreement of the tax authorities and compliance with certain provisions of the tax legislations of the respective countries in which the group companies operate.

 

The deferred tax assets not recognized as of April 30, 2023 and 2024 was S$743,448 and S$1,111,317 (US$815,040) respectively. The deferred tax assets not recognized was primarily related to the Company’s net loss (tax losses) carry forwards, in the judgment of management, are not more likely than not to be realized. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that all or some portion of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. Tax losses on Net Operating Losses can be carried forward indefinitely unless there’s a major change in shareholding.

 

14 Other operating expenses

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Consumable expenses   -    86,532    63,463 
Marketing expenses   77,465    87,008    63,812 
Professional fees   124,568    691,464    507,119 
Travelling expenses   60,444    136,651    100,220 
Other expenses   245,950    143,147    104,984 
    508,427    1,144,802    839,598 

 

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15 Other income

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
             
Interest income   2    2    1 
Government grants   361,842    116,542    85,473 
Gain on disposal of property and equipment   14,776    -    - 
Other   22,841    70,284    51,546 
    399,461    186,828    137,020 

 

16 Loss per share

 

Basic loss per share is the amount of losses available to each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted loss per share is the amount of losses available to each share of common stock outstanding during the reporting period adjusted to include the effect of potentially dilutive common shares.

 

   Years Ended April 30, 
   2023   2024   2024 
   S$   S$   US$ 
Numerator:            
Net loss available to common stockholders   (1,667,823)   (2,359,844)   (1,730,712)
Denominator:               
Weighted average common Class A and Class B shares outstanding – basic and diluted   19,912,375    23,540,241    23,540,241 
Loss per common share:               
Basic and diluted   (0.08)   (0.10)   (0.07)

 

17 Commitment and Contingencies

 

For the details on future minimum lease payment under the non-cancellable operating leases as of April 30, 2024, please refer to Note 8 set forth in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

As of April 30, 2023 and 2024, the Company did not have any capital commitments and contingencies.

 

18 Subsequent events

 

The Company has assessed all subsequent events through the date that the consolidated financial statements were issued and other than the following, there are no further material subsequent events that require disclosure in these consolidated financial statements.

 

On November 29, 2024, the Company completed an internal reorganization whereby PTPL became our indirect wholly-owned subsidiary through a share swap. Both the ordinary and preferential shares of PTPL were swapped on a 1:125 basis to Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited. Subsequently, the shares of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited were swapped 1:1 to Phaos Technology (Cayman) Limited, where the holders of the ordinary shares of PTPL eventually being swapped to Class A Ordinary Shares, and the holders of preferential shares of PTPL being swapped to Class B Ordinary Shares. On the same date, an additional share of 128,215 Class A Ordinary Shares are issued to a new investor.

 

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[2,700,000] CLASS A ORDINARY SHARES

 

and

 

[900,090]

Class A Ordinary Shares offered by the Selling Shareholders

 

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

 

 

 

 

PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS

 

[    ], 2025

 

 

 

 

Network 1 Financial Securities Inc.

 

 

 

 
 

 

PART II

 

INFORMATION NOT REQUIRED IN PROSPECTUS

 

Item 6. Indemnification of Directors and Officers.

 

Cayman Islands law does not limit the extent to which a company’s articles of association may provide for indemnification of officers and Directors, except to the extent any such provision may be held by the Cayman Islands courts to be contrary to public policy, such as to provide indemnification against civil fraud or the consequences of committing a crime.

 

Our Articles of Association provide that, to the extent permitted by law, we shall indemnify each existing or former secretary, director (including alternate director), and any of our other officers (including an investment adviser or an administrator or liquidator) and their personal representatives against:

 

(a) all actions, proceedings, costs, charges, expenses, losses, damages, or liabilities incurred or sustained by the existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary, or officer in or about the conduct of our business or affairs or in the execution or discharge of the existing or former director (including alternate director)’s, secretary’s, or officer’s duties, powers, authorities or discretions; and

 

(b) without limitation to paragraph (a) above, all costs, expenses, losses, or liabilities incurred by the existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary, or officer in defending (whether successfully or otherwise) any civil, criminal, administrative or investigative proceedings (whether threatened, pending or completed) concerning us or our affairs in any court or tribunal, whether in the Cayman Islands or elsewhere.

 

No such existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary, or officer, however, shall be indemnified in respect of any matter arising out of his own actual fraud, willful default, or willful neglect.

 

To the extent permitted by the Companies Act, we may make a payment, or agree to make a payment, whether by way of advance, loan or otherwise, for any legal costs incurred by an existing or former director (including alternate director), secretary, or any of our officers in respect of any matter identified in above on condition that the director (including alternate director), secretary, or officer must repay the amount paid by us to the extent that we are ultimately found not liable to indemnify the director (including alternate director), secretary or that officer for those legal costs.

 

The underwriting agreement, the form of which will be filed as Exhibit 1.1 to this registration statement, provides for indemnification by the underwriter of us and our officers and Directors for certain liabilities, including liabilities arising under the Securities Act, but only to the extent that such liabilities are caused by information relating to the underwriter furnished to us in writing expressly for use in this registration statement and certain other disclosure documents.

 

Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to Directors, officers or persons controlling us pursuant to the foregoing provisions, we have been informed that in the opinion of the SEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act and is therefore unenforceable.

 

Item 7. Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

 

Founding Transactions

 

The Company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability on March 7, 2024. On March 7, 2024, the Company issued 1 fully-paid Class B Ordinary Share of par value US$0.0001 each to Ogier Global Subscriber (Cayman) Limited which was transferred to Beh Hook Seng on the same day.

 

None of the offerees is a U.S. person. These transactions were not registered under the Securities Act in reliance on an exemption from registration set forth in Regulation S thereof.

 

Item 8. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

 

(a) Exhibits

 

See Exhibit Index beginning on page II-4 of this registration statement.

 

The agreements included as exhibits to this registration statement contain representations and warranties by each of the parties to the applicable agreement. These representations and warranties were made solely for the benefit of the other parties to the applicable agreement and (i) were not intended to be treated as categorical statements of fact, but rather as a way of allocating the risk to one of the parties if those statements prove to be inaccurate; (ii) may have been qualified in such agreement by disclosure that was made to the other party in connection with the negotiation of the applicable agreement; (iii) may apply contract standards of “materiality” that are different from “materiality” under the applicable securities laws; and (iv) were made only as of the date of the applicable agreement or such other date or dates as may be specified in the agreement.

 

We acknowledge that, notwithstanding the inclusion of the foregoing cautionary statements, we are responsible for considering whether additional specific disclosure of material information regarding material contractual provisions is required to make the statements in this registration statement not misleading.

 

(b) Financial Statement Schedules

 

Schedules have been omitted because the information required to be set forth therein is not applicable or is shown in the Consolidated Financial Statements or the Notes thereto.

 

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Item 9. Undertakings

 

The undersigned registrant hereby undertakes to provide to the underwriter at the closing specified in the underwriting agreements, certificates in such denominations and registered in such names as required by the underwriter to permit prompt delivery to each purchaser.

 

The undersigned registrant hereby undertakes:

 

1)To file, during any period in which offers or sales are being made, a post-effective amendment to this registration statement:

 

(i)To include any prospectus required by section 10(a)(3) of the Securities Act of 1933;

 

(ii)To reflect in the prospectus any facts or events arising after the effective date of the registration statement (or the most recent post-effective amendment thereof) which, individually or in the aggregate, represent a fundamental change in the information set forth in the registration statement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any increase or decrease in volume of securities offered (if the total dollar value of securities offered would not exceed that which was registered) and any deviation from the low or high end of the estimated maximum offering range may be reflected in the form of prospectus filed with the Commission pursuant to Rule 424(b) (§230.424(b) of this chapter) if, in the aggregate, the changes in volume and price represent no more than 20% change in the maximum aggregate offering price set forth in the “Calculation of Registration Fee” table in the effective registration statement.

 

(iii)To include any material information with respect to the plan of distribution not previously disclosed in the registration statement or any material change to such information in the registration statement.

 

2)That, for the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933, each such post-effective amendment shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

 

3)To remove from registration by means of a post-effective amendment any of the securities being registered which remain unsold at the termination of the offering.

 

4)To file a post-effective amendment to the registration statement to include any financial statements required by Item 8.A of Form 20-F at the start of any delayed offering or throughout a continuous offering. Financial statements and information otherwise required by Section 10(a)(3) of the Securities Act need not be furnished, provided that the registrant includes in the prospectus, by means of a post-effective amendment, financial statements required pursuant to this paragraph and other information necessary to ensure that all other information in the prospectus is at least as current as the date of those financial statements.

 

5)That, for the purpose of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933 to any purchaser, each prospectus filed by the Registrant pursuant to Rule 424(b) as part of a registration statement relating to an offering, other than registration statements relying on Rule 430B or other than prospectuses filed in reliance on Rule 430A, shall be deemed to be part of and included in the registration statement as of the date it is first used after effectiveness. Provided, however, that no statement made in a registration statement or prospectus that is part of the registration statement or made in a document incorporated or deemed incorporated by reference into the registration statement or prospectus that is part of the registration statement will, as to a purchaser with a time of contract of sale prior to such first use, supersede or modify any statement that was made in the registration statement or prospectus that was part of the registration statement or made in any such document immediately prior to such date of first use;

 

II-2
 

 

6)That, for the purpose of determining liability of the registrant under the Securities Act to any purchaser in the initial distribution of the securities:

 

The undersigned registrant undertakes that in a primary offering of securities of the undersigned registrant pursuant to this registration statement, regardless of the placement method used to sell the securities to the purchaser, if the securities are offered or sold to such purchaser by means of any of the following communications, the undersigned registrant will be a seller to the purchaser and will be considered to offer or sell such securities to such purchaser:

 

 (i)Any preliminary prospectus or prospectus of the undersigned registrant relating to the offering required to be filed pursuant to Rule 424.
   
 (ii)Any free writing prospectus relating to the offering prepared by or on behalf of the undersigned registrant or used or referred to by the undersigned registrant;
   
 (iii)The portion of any other free writing prospectus relating to the offering containing material information about the undersigned registrant or its securities provided by or on behalf of the undersigned registrant; and
   
(iv)Any other communication that is an offer in the offering made by the undersigned registrant to the purchaser.

 

7)Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 may be permitted to Directors, officers and controlling persons of the registrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the registrant has been advised that in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Act and is, therefore, unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by the registrant of expenses incurred or paid by a Director, officer or controlling person of the registrant in the successful defense of any action, suit or proceeding) is asserted by such Director, officer or controlling person in connection with the securities being registered, the registrant will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is against public policy as expressed in the Act and will be governed by the final adjudication of such issue.

 

8)That, for purposes of determining any liability under the Securities Act of 1933, (i) the information omitted from the form of prospectus filed as part of this registration statement in reliance upon Rule 430A and contained in a form of prospectus filed by the registrant pursuant to Rule 424(b) (1) or (4) or 497(h) under the Securities Act shall be deemed to be part of this registration statement as of the time it was declared effective; and (ii) each post-effective amendment that contains a form of prospectus shall be deemed to be a new registration statement relating to the securities offered therein, and the offering of such securities at that time shall be deemed to be the initial bona fide offering thereof.

 

II-3
 

 

EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit No.   Description of document
1.1**   Form of Underwriting Agreement
3.1   Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association of the Registrant
4.1**   Form of Underwriters’ Warrant
5.1**   Opinion of Ogier regarding the validity of securities being registered
5.2**   Opinion of Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP regarding the validity of the underwriters’ warrants being registered
10.1   Employment Agreement between the Registrant and Beh Hook Seng
10.2   Employment Agreement between the Registrant and Gan Hong Loon
10.3  

Employment Agreement between the Registrant and Andrew Yeo

10.4  

Employment Agreement between the Registrant and Tay Beng Boon

10.5   Independent Director Offer Letter between the Registrant and Lionel Choong
10.6   Independent Director Offer Letter between the Registrant and Wesley Yiu
10.7   Independent Director Offer Letter between the Registrant and Erik Cheong Wei Kiat
10.8   Independent Director Offer Letter between the Registrant and Louis, Liu Yi
10.9  

Independent Director Offer Letter between the Registrant and Koh Boon Chiao

10.10†

 

Director Agreement between the Registrant and Beh Hook Seng

10.11†  

Director Agreement between the Registrant and Gan Hong Loon

10.12  

Director Agreement between the Registrant and Andrew Yeo

10.13   Director Agreement between the Registrant and Tay Beng Boon
10.14†   Sample Loan Agreement between the Company and Tonghuai SG Enterprise Pte. Ltd.
10.15   Lease Agreement between the Company and Capitaland Singapore (BP&C) Pte. Ltd. for #04-01A Science Park Drive
10.16   Lease Agreement between the Company and Capitaland Singapore (BP&C) Pte. Ltd. for #02-01 and #04-01B Science Park Drive
10.17**   DBS Bank Temporary Bridging Loan for a facility of S$270,000 dated August 11, 2022
10.18   Maybank Working Capital Loan for a facility of S$509,000 dated November 4, 2022
10.19   Sample Purchase Order between the Company and PT. Neura Integrasi Solusi dated April 20, 2023
10.20   Sample Purchase Order between the Company and OptoSigma Southeast Asia Pte Ltd dated April 27, 2023
10.21   Share Swap Agreement between PTPL and Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited
10.22   Share Swap Agreement between Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited and Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited
10.23†*   Loan Agreement between the Company and PT. Neura Integrasi Solusi
10.24†*   Research and Development Agreement between the Company and MGEN.co.ltd
14.1*   Code of Ethics of the Registrant
14.2*   Insider Trading Policy of the Registrant
14.3*   Executive Compensation Recovery Policy of the Registrant
21.1*   List of Subsidiaries of the Registrant
23.1   Consent of Kreit and Chiu CPA LLP
23.2**   Consent of Ogier (included in Exhibit 5.1)
24.1**   Form of Power of Attorney (included on signature pages)
99.1*   Audit Committee Charter
99.2*   Compensation Committee Charter
99.3*   Nomination Committee Charter
99.4*   Consent of Lionel Choong as a director nominee
99.5*   Consent of Wesley Yiu as a director nominee
99.6   Consent of Erik Cheong Wei Kiat as a director nominee
99.7*   Consent of Louis, Liu Yi as a director nominee
99.8   Consent of Koh Boon Chiao as a director nominee
107   Filing Fee Table

 

 

* Filed previously
**To be filed by amendment
†Portions of this exhibit have been omitted in accordance with Item 601(b)(10)(iv) of Regulation S-K. The Registrant undertakes to furnish a copy of all omitted schedules and exhibits to the SEC upon its request.

 

II-4
 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act, the registrant certifies that it has reasonable grounds to believe that it meets all of the requirements for filing on Form F-1 and has duly caused this registration statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, in Singapore, on March 28, 2025.

 

  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
  Name:  Andrew Yeo
  Title:

Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer

(Principal Executive Officer)

 

POWER OF ATTORNEY

 

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Andrew Yeo and Gan Hong Loon, each acting singly as an attorney-in-fact with full power of substitution, for him or her in any and all capacities, to do any and all acts and all things and to execute any and all instruments which said attorney and agent may deem necessary or desirable to enable the registrant to comply with the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and any rules, regulations and requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission thereunder, in connection with the registration under the Securities Act of ordinary shares of the registrant (the “Shares”), including, without limitation, the power and authority to sign the name of each of the undersigned in the capacities indicated below to the Registration Statement on Form F-1 (the “Registration Statement”) to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission with respect to such Shares, to any and all amendments or supplements to such Registration Statement, whether such amendments or supplements are filed before or after the effective date of such Registration Statement, to any related Registration Statement filed pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act, and to any and all instruments or documents filed as part of or in connection with such Registration Statement or any and all amendments thereto, whether such amendments are filed before or after the effective date of such Registration Statement; and each of the undersigned hereby ratifies and confirms all that such attorney and agent shall do or cause to be done by virtue hereof.

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act, this Registration Statement has been signed by the following persons in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

Signatures   Title   Date
    Andrew Yeo   March 28, 2025
 /s/ Andrew Yeo   Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer    
    (Principal Executive Officer)    
         
    Beh Hook Seng   March 28, 2025
 /s/ Beh Hook Seng   Chairman and Executive Director    
         
    Gan Hong Loon   March 28, 2025
 /s/ Gan Hong Loon   Chief Financial Officer and Director    
    (Principal Accounting and Financial Officer)    
         
    Tay Beng Boon   March 28, 2025
 /s/ Tay Beng Boon   Chief Operating Officer and Director    

 

II-5
 

 

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE REGISTRANT

 

Pursuant to the Securities Act, the undersigned, the duly authorized representative in the United States of America, has signed this registration statement or amendment thereto in New York, New York, United States of America on March 28, 2025.

 

  COGENCY GLOBAL INC.
   
  By: /s/ Colleen A. De Vries
  Name: Colleen A. De Vries
  Title: Senior Vice-President on behalf of Cogency Global Inc.

 

II-6

 

Exhibit 3.1

 

Companies Act (Revised)

 

Company Limited by Shares

 

 

 

AMENDED AND RESTATED

MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION

OF

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

 

 

 

(Adopted by special resolutions passed on 21 October 2024)

 

 

Filed: 22-Oct-2024 16:47 EST

Auth Code: J64428273329

 

 
 

 

Companies Act (Revised)

 

Company Limited by Shares

 

Amended and Restated

 

Memorandum of Association

 

of

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

(Adopted by special resolutions passed on 21 October 2024)

 

1The name of the Company is Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited.
  
2The Company’s registered office will be situated at the office of Ogier Global (Cayman) Limited, 89 Nexus Way, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-9009, Cayman Islands or at such other place in the Cayman Islands as the directors may at any time decide.
  
3The Company’s objects are unrestricted. As provided by section 7(4) of the Companies Act (Revised), the Company has full power and authority to carry out any object not prohibited by any law of the Cayman Islands.
  
4The Company has unrestricted corporate capacity. Without limitation to the foregoing, as provided by section 27 (2) of the Companies Act (Revised), the Company has and is capable of exercising all the functions of a natural person of full capacity irrespective of any question of corporate benefit.
  
5Nothing in any of the preceding paragraphs permits the Company to carry on any of the following businesses without being duly licensed, namely:
(a)the business of a bank or trust company without being licensed in that behalf under the Banks and Trust Companies Act (Revised); or
   
(b)insurance business from within the Cayman Islands or the business of an insurance manager, agent, sub-agent or broker without being licensed in that behalf under the Insurance Act (Revised);or
   
(c)the business of company management without being licensed in that behalf under the Companies Management Act (Revised).

 

Filed: 22-Oct-2024 16:47 EST

Auth Code: J64428273329

 

 
 

 

6The Company will not trade in the Cayman Islands with any person, firm or corporation except in furtherance of its business carried on outside the Cayman Islands. Despite this, the Company may effect and conclude contracts in the Cayman Islands and exercise in the Cayman Islands any of its powers necessary for the carrying on of its business outside the Cayman Islands.
  
7The Company is a company limited by shares and accordingly the liability of each member is limited to the amount (if any) unpaid on that member’s shares.
  
8The authorised share capital of the Company is US$100,000 divided into 950,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares of US$0.0001 each and 50,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares of US$0.0001 each. Other than as set out in the preceding sentence, there is no limit on the number of shares of any class which the Company is authorised to issue. However, subject to the Companies Act (Revised) and the Company’s articles of association, the Company has power to do any one or more of the following:
(a)redeem or repurchase any of its shares;
   
(b)increase or reduce its capital;
   
(c)issue any part of its capital (whether original, redeemed, increased or reduced):

 

(i)with or without any preferential, deferred, qualified or special rights, privileges or conditions; or
   
(ii)subject to any limitations or restrictions

 

and unless the condition of issue expressly declares otherwise, every issue of shares (whether declared to be ordinary, preference or otherwise) is subject to this power; and

 

(d)alter any of those rights, privileges, conditions, limitations or restrictions.

 

9The Company has power to register by way of continuation as a body corporate limited by shares under the laws of any jurisdiction outside the Cayman Islands and to be deregistered in the Cayman Islands.

 

Filed: 22-Oct-2024 16:47 EST

Auth Code: J64428273329

 

 
 

 

Companies Act (Revised)

 

Company Limited By Shares

 

 

 

AMENDED AND RESTATED

ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION

OF

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

 

 

 

(Adopted by special resolutions passed on 21 October 2024)

 

 

Filed: 22-Oct-2024 16:47 EST

Auth Code: J64428273329

 

 
 

 

CONTENTS

 

1 Definitions, interpretation and exclusion of Table A 1
Definitions 1
Interpretation 4
Exclusion of Table A Articles 5
2 Shares 5
Power to issue Shares and options, with or without special rights 5
Power to pay commissions and brokerage fees 5
Trusts not recognised 6
Security interests 6
Power to vary class rights 6
Effect of new Share issue on existing class rights 7
No bearer Shares or warrants 7
Treasury Shares 7
Rights attaching to Treasury Shares and related matters 7
Register of Members 8
Annual Return 8
3 Share certificates 8
Issue of share certificates 8
Renewal of lost or damaged share certificates 9
4 Lien on Shares 9
Nature and scope of lien 9
Company may sell Shares to satisfy lien 9
Authority to execute instrument of transfer 10
Consequences of sale of Shares to satisfy lien 10
Application of proceeds of sale 10
5 Calls on Shares and forfeiture 11
Power to make calls and effect of calls 11
Time when call made 11
Liability of joint holders 11
Interest on unpaid calls 11
Deemed calls 12
Power to accept early payment 12
Power to make different arrangements at time of issue of Shares 12
Notice of default 12
Forfeiture or surrender of Shares 12
Disposal of forfeited or surrendered Share and power to cancel forfeiture or surrender 13
Effect of forfeiture or surrender on former Member 13
Evidence of forfeiture or surrender 13
Sale of forfeited or surrendered Shares 14
6 Transfer of Shares 14
Right to transfer 14
Form of Transfer 14
Power to refuse registration for Shares not listed on a Designated Stock Exchange 14
Suspension of transfers 15
Company may retain instrument of transfer 15
Notice of refusal to register 15

 

Filed: 22-Oct-2024 16:47 EST

Auth Code: J64428273329

 

 
 

 

7 Transmission of Shares 15
Persons entitled on death of a Member 15
Registration of transfer of a Share following death or bankruptcy 15
Indemnity 16
Rights of person entitled to a Share following death or bankruptcy 16
8 Alteration of capital 16
Increasing, consolidating, converting, dividing and cancelling share capital 16
Dealing with fractions resulting from consolidation of Shares 17
Reducing share capital 17
9 Conversion, redemption and purchase of own Shares 17
Power to issue redeemable Shares and to purchase own Shares 17
Power to pay for redemption or purchase in cash or in specie 18
Effect of redemption or purchase of a Share 18
No conversion rights 18
10 Meetings of Members 19
Annual and extraordinary general meetings 19
Power to call meetings 19
Content of notice 20
Period of notice 20
Persons entitled to receive notice 21
Accidental omission to give notice or non-receipt of notice 21
11 Proceedings at meetings of Members 21
Quorum 21
Lack of quorum 22
Chairman 22
Right of a Director to attend and speak 22
Accommodation of Members at meeting 22
Security 23
Adjournment 23
Method of voting 23
Taking of a poll 23
No casting vote 24
Written resolutions 24
Sole-Member Company 25
12 Voting rights of Members 25
Right to vote 25
Voting Rights 25
Rights of joint holders 25
Representation of corporate Members 25
Member with mental disorder 26
Objections to admissibility of votes 26
Form of proxy 26
How and when proxy is to be delivered 27
Voting by proxy 28
13 Number of Directors 29
14 Appointment, disqualification and removal of Directors 29
First Directors 29
No age limit 29
Corporate Directors 29
No shareholding qualification 29
Appointment of Directors 29
Board’s power to appoint Directors 30
Eligibility 30
Removal of Directors 30
Resignation of Directors 30
Termination of the office of Director 30

 

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15 Alternate Directors 31
Appointment and removal 31
Notices 32
Rights of alternate Director 32
Appointment ceases when the appointor ceases to be a Director 32
Status of alternate Director 32
Status of the Director making the appointment 33
16 Powers of Directors 33
Powers of Directors 33
Directors below the minimum number 33
Appointments to office 33
Provisions for employees 34
Exercise of voting rights 34
Remuneration 34
Disclosure of information 35
17 Delegation of powers 35
Power to delegate any of the Directors’ powers to a committee 35
Local boards 36
Power to appoint an agent of the Company 36
Power to appoint an attorney or authorised signatory of the Company 36
Borrowing Powers 37
Corporate Governance 37
18 Meetings of Directors 37
Regulation of Directors’ meetings 37
Calling meetings 37
Notice of meetings 38
Use of technology 38
Quorum 38
Chairman or deputy to preside 38
Voting 38
Recording of dissent 39
Written resolutions 39
Validity of acts of Directors in spite of formal defect 39
19 Permissible Directors’ interests and disclosure 40
20 Minutes 41
21 Accounts and audit 41
Financial year 41
Auditors 41
22 Record dates 42
23 Dividends 42
Source of dividends 42
Declaration of dividends by Members 42
Payment of interim dividends and declaration of final dividends by Directors 42
Apportionment of dividends 43
Right of set off 43
Power to pay other than in cash 44
How payments may be made 44
Dividends or other monies not to bear interest in absence of special rights 45
Dividends unable to be paid or unclaimed 45

 

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24 Capitalisation of profits 45
Capitalisation of profits or of any share premium account or capital redemption reserve; 45
Applying an amount for the benefit of Members 46
25 Share Premium Account 46
Directors to maintain share premium account 46
Debits to share premium account 46
26 Seal 46
Company seal 46
Duplicate seal 46
When and how seal is to be used 47
If no seal is adopted or used 47
Power to allow non-manual signatures and facsimile printing of seal 47
Validity of execution 47
27 Indemnity 48
Release 48
Insurance 49
28 Notices 49
Form of notices 49
Electronic communications 50
Persons entitled to notices 51
Persons authorised to give notices 51
Delivery of written notices 51
Joint holders 51
Signatures 51
Giving notice to a deceased or bankrupt Member 52
Date of giving notices 52
Saving provision 53
29 Authentication of Electronic Records 53
Application of Articles 53
Authentication of documents sent by Members by Electronic means 53
Authentication of document sent by the Secretary or Officers of the Company by Electronic means 53
Manner of signing 54
Saving provision 54
30 Transfer by way of continuation 54
31 Winding up 55
Distribution of assets in specie 55
No obligation to accept liability 55
32 Amendment of Memorandum and Articles 55
Power to change name or amend Memorandum 55
Power to amend these Articles 55

 

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Companies Act (Revised)

 

Company Limited by Shares

 

Amended and Restated

 

Articles of Association

 

of

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

(Adopted by special resolutions passed on 21 October 2024)

 

1 Definitions, interpretation and exclusion of Table A

 

Definitions

 

1.1In these Articles, the following definitions apply:

 

Articles means, as appropriate:

 

(a)these articles of association as amended from time to time: or
   
 (b)two or more particular articles of these Articles;

 

and Article refers to a particular article of these Articles;

 

Auditors means the auditor or auditors for the time being of the Company;

 

Board means the board of Directors from time to time;

 

Board Resolution means (a) a resolution approved at a duly convened and constituted meeting of the Directors by an affirmative vote of a majority of the Directors present at the meeting who voted on the matter, or (b) a written resolution of the Directors passed in accordance with Article 18.14.

 

Business Day means a day when banks in Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands are open for the transaction of normal banking business and for the avoidance of doubt, shall not include a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday in the Cayman Islands;

 

Cayman Islands means the British Overseas Territory of the Cayman Islands;

 

Class A Ordinary Share means an Ordinary Share designated by the directors as a Class A Ordinary Share;

 

Class B Ordinary Share means an Ordinary Share designated by the directors as a Class B Ordinary Share;

 

Clear Days, in relation to a period of notice, means that period excluding:

 

 the day when the notice is given or deemed to be given; and
   
(c)the day for which it is given or on which it is to take effect;

 

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Commission means Securities and Exchange Commission of the United States of America or other federal agency for the time being administering the U.S. Securities Act;

 

Company means the above-named company;

 

Default Rate means ten per cent per annum;

 

Designated Stock Exchanges means the Nasdaq Capital Market in the United States of America for so long as the Company’s Shares are there listed and any other stock exchange on which the Company’s Shares are listed for trading;

 

Designated Stock Exchange Rules means the relevant code, rules and regulations, as amended, from time to time, applicable as a result of the original and continued listing of any Shares on the Designated Stock Exchanges;

 

Directors means the directors for the time being of the Company and the expression Director shall be construed accordingly;

 

Electronic has the meaning given to that term in the Electronic Transactions Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands;

 

Electronic Record has the meaning given to that term in the Electronic Transactions Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands;

 

Electronic Signature has the meaning given to that term in the Electronic Transactions Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands;

 

Founder means Mr. Beh Hook Seng;

 

Fully Paid Up means:

 

 in relation to a Share with par value, means that the par value for that Share and any premium payable in respect of the issue of that Share, has been fully paid or credited as paid in money or money’s worth; and
   
(d)in relation to a Share without par value, means that the agreed issue price for that Share has been fully paid or credited as paid in money or money’s worth;

 

General Meeting means a general meeting of the Company duly constituted in accordance with the Articles;

 

Independent Director means a Director who is an independent director as defined in the Designated Stock Exchange Rules as determined by the Board by Board Resolution;

 

Law means the Companies Act (Revised) of the Cayman Islands, including any statutory modification or re-enactment thereof for the time being in force;

 

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Member means any person or persons entered on the register of Members from time to time as the holder of a Share;

 

Memorandum means the memorandum of association of the Company as amended from time to time;

 

month means a calendar month;

 

Officer means a person appointed to hold an office in the Company including a Director, alternate Director or liquidator and excluding the Secretary;

 

Ordinary Resolution means a resolution of a General Meeting passed by a simple majority of Members who (being entitled to do so) vote in person or by proxy at that meeting. The expression includes a unanimous written resolution;

 

Ordinary Share means an ordinary share in the capital of the Company having the rights set out in these Articles and issued as either a Class A Ordinary Share or as a Class B Ordinary Share. In these Articles the term Ordinary Share shall embrace all classes of Ordinary Share except where reference is made to a specific class;

 

Partly Paid Up means:

 

 in relation to a Share with par value, that the par value for that Share and any premium payable in respect of the issue of that Share, has not been fully paid or credited as paid in money or money’s worth; and
   
(e)in relation to a Share without par value, means that the agreed issue price for that Share has not been fully paid or credited as paid in money or money’s worth;

 

Register of Members means the register of Members maintained in accordance with the Law and includes (except where otherwise stated) any branch or duplicate register of the Members;

 

Secretary means a person appointed to perform the duties of the secretary of the Company, including a joint, assistant or deputy secretary;

 

Share means a share in the capital of the Company and the expression:

 

 includes stock (except where a distinction between shares and stock is expressed or implied); and
   
(f)where the context permits, also includes a fraction of a Share;

 

Special Resolution means a resolution of a General Meeting or a resolution of a meeting of the holders of any class of Shares in a class meeting duly constituted in accordance with the Articles in each case passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of Members who (being entitled to do so) vote in person or by proxy at that meeting. The expression includes a unanimous written resolution;

 

Treasury Shares means Shares held in treasury pursuant to the Law and Article 2.13; and

 

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U.S. Securities Act means the Securities Act of 1933 of the United States of America, as amended, or any similar federal statute and the rules and regulations of the Commission thereunder, all as the same shall be in effect at the time.

 

Interpretation

 

1.2In the interpretation of these Articles, the following provisions apply unless the context otherwise requires:

 

(a)A reference in these Articles to a statute is a reference to a statute of the Cayman Islands as known by its short title, and includes:
(i)any statutory modification, amendment or re-enactment; and
   
(ii)any subordinate legislation or regulations issued under that statute.

 

Without limitation to the preceding sentence, a reference to a revised Law of the Cayman Islands is taken to be a reference to the revision of that Law in force from time to time as amended from time to time.

(b)Headings are inserted for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Articles, unless there is ambiguity.
   
(c)If a day on which any act, matter or thing is to be done under these Articles is not a Business Day, the act, matter or thing must be done on the next Business Day.
   
(d)A word which denotes the singular also denotes the plural, a word which denotes the plural also denotes the singular, and a reference to any gender also denotes the other genders.
   
(e)A reference to a person includes, as appropriate, a company, trust, partnership, joint venture, association, body corporate or government agency.
   
(f)Where a word or phrase is given a defined meaning another part of speech or grammatical form in respect to that word or phrase has a corresponding meaning.
   
(g)All references to time are to be calculated by reference to time in the place where the Company’s registered office is located.
   
(h)The words written and in writing include all modes of representing or reproducing words in a visible form, but do not include an Electronic Record where the distinction between a document in writing and an Electronic Record is expressed or implied.
   
(i)The words including, include and in particular or any similar expression are to be construed without limitation.

 

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1.3The headings in these Articles are intended for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of these Articles.

 

Exclusion of Table A Articles

 

1.4The regulations contained in Table A in the First Schedule of the Law and any other regulations contained in any statute or subordinate legislation are expressly excluded and do not apply to the Company.

 

2Shares

 

Power to issue Shares and options, with or without special rights

 

2.1Subject to the provisions of the Law and these Articles about the redemption and purchase of the Shares, the Directors have general and unconditional authority to allot (with or without confirming rights of renunciation), grant options over or otherwise deal with any unissued Shares to such persons, at such times and on such terms and conditions as they may decide. No Share may be issued at a discount except in accordance with the provisions of the Law.
  
2.2Without limitation to the preceding Article, the Directors may so deal with the unissued Shares:

 

(a)either at a premium or at par; or
   
(b)with or without preferred, deferred or other special rights or restrictions, whether in regard to dividend, voting, return of capital or otherwise.

 

2.3Without limitation to the two preceding Articles, the Directors may refuse to accept any application for Shares, and may accept any application in whole or in part, for any reason or for no reason.

 

Power to pay commissions and brokerage fees

 

2.4The Company may pay a commission to any person in consideration of that person:

 

(a)subscribing or agreeing to subscribe, whether absolutely or conditionally; or
   
(b)procuring or agreeing to procure subscriptions, whether absolute or conditional,

 

for any Shares. That commission may be satisfied by the payment of cash or the allotment of Fully Paid Up or Partly Paid Up Shares or partly in one way and partly in another.

 

2.5The Company may employ a broker in the issue of its capital and pay him any proper commission or brokerage.

 

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Trusts not recognised

 

2.6Except as required by Law:

 

(a)no person shall be recognised by the Company as holding any Share on any trust; and
   
(b)no person other than the Member shall be recognised by the Company as having any right in a Share.

 

Security interests

 

2.7Notwithstanding the preceding Article, the Company may (but shall not be obliged to) recognise a security interest of which it has actual notice over shares. The Company shall not be treated as having recognised any such security interest unless it has so agreed in writing with the secured party.

 

Power to vary class rights

 

2.8If the share capital is divided into different classes of Shares then, unless the terms on which a class of Shares was issued state otherwise, the rights attaching to a class of Shares may only be varied if one of the following applies:
(a)the Members holding not less than 50% of the issued Shares of that class consent in writing to the variation; or
   
(b)the variation is made with the sanction of a Special Resolution passed at a separate general meeting of the Members holding the issued Shares of that class.

 

2.9For the purpose of Article 2.8(b), all the provisions of these Articles relating to general meetings apply, mutatis mutandis, to every such separate meeting except that:

 

(a)the necessary quorum shall be one or more persons holding, or representing by proxy, not less than one third of the issued Shares of the class; and
   
(b)any Member holding issued Shares of the class, present in person or by proxy or, in the case of a corporate Member, by its duly authorised representative, may demand a poll.

 

2.10For the purposes of a separate class meeting, the Directors may treat two or more or all the classes of Shares as forming one class of Shares if the Directors consider that such classes of Shares would be affected in the same way by the proposals under consideration, but in any other case shall treat them as separate classes of Shares.

 

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Effect of new Share issue on existing class rights

 

2.11Unless the terms on which a class of Shares was issued state otherwise, the rights conferred on the Member holding Shares of any class shall not be deemed to be varied by the creation or issue of further Shares ranking pari passu with the existing Shares of that class.

 

No bearer Shares or warrants

 

2.12The Company shall not issue Shares or warrants to bearers.

 

Treasury Shares

 

2.13Shares that the Company purchases, redeems or acquires by way of surrender in accordance with the Law shall be held as Treasury Shares and not treated as cancelled if:

 

(a)the Directors so determine prior to the purchase, redemption or surrender of those shares; and
   
(b)the relevant provisions of the Memorandum and Articles and the Law are otherwise complied with.

 

Rights attaching to Treasury Shares and related matters

 

2.14No dividend may be declared or paid, and no other distribution (whether in cash or otherwise) of the Company’s assets (including any distribution of assets to Members on a winding up) may be made to the Company in respect of a Treasury Share.
  
2.15The Company shall be entered in the register of Members as the holder of the Treasury Shares. However:
(a)the Company shall not be treated as a Member for any purpose and shall not exercise any right in respect of the Treasury Shares, and any purported exercise of such a right shall be void; and
   
(b)a Treasury Share shall not be voted, directly or indirectly, at any meeting of the Company and shall not be counted in determining the total number of issued shares at any given time, whether for the purposes of these Articles or the Law.
2.16Nothing in Article 2.15 prevents an allotment of Shares as Fully Paid Up bonus shares in respect of a Treasury Share and Shares allotted as Fully Paid Up bonus shares in respect of a Treasury Share shall be treated as Treasury Shares.
  
2.17Treasury Shares may be disposed of by the Company in accordance with the Law and otherwise on such terms and conditions as the Directors determine.

 

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Register of Members

 

2.18The Directors shall keep or cause to be kept a register of Members as required by the Law and may cause the Company to maintain one or more branch registers as contemplated by the Law, provided that where the Company is maintaining one or more branch registers, the Directors shall ensure that a duplicate of each branch register is kept with the Company’s principal register of Members and updated within such number of days of any amendment having been made to such branch register as may be required by the Law.
  
2.19The title to Shares listed on a Designated Stock Exchange may be evidenced and transferred in accordance with the laws applicable to the rules and regulations of the Designated Stock Exchange and, for these purposes, the register of Members may be maintained in accordance with Article 40B of the Act.

 

Annual Return

 

2.20The Directors in each calendar year shall prepare or cause to be prepared an annual return and declaration setting forth the particulars required by the Law and shall deliver a copy thereof to the registrar of companies for the Cayman Islands.

 

3 Share certificates

 

Issue of share certificates

 

3.1A Member shall only be entitled to a share certificate if the Directors resolve that share certificates shall be issued. Share certificates representing Shares, if any, shall be in such form as the Directors may determine. If the Directors resolve that share certificates shall be issued, upon being entered in the register of Members as the holder of a Share, the Directors may issue to any Member:
(a)without payment, one certificate for all the Shares of each class held by that Member (and, upon transferring a part of the Member’s holding of Shares of any class, to a certificate for the balance of that holding); and
   
(b)upon payment of such reasonable sum as the Directors may determine for every certificate after the first, several certificates each for one or more of that Member’s Shares.
3.2Every certificate shall specify the number, class and distinguishing numbers (if any) of the Shares to which it relates and whether they are Fully Paid Up or Partly Paid Up. A certificate may be executed under seal or executed in such other manner as the Directors determine.
  
3.3Every certificate shall bear legends required under the applicable laws, including the U.S. Securities Act.

 

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3.4The Company shall not be bound to issue more than one certificate for Shares held jointly by several persons and delivery of a certificate for a Share to one joint holder shall be a sufficient delivery to all of them.

 

Renewal of lost or damaged share certificates

 

3.5If a share certificate is defaced, worn-out, lost or destroyed, it may be renewed on such terms (if any) as to:

 

(a)evidence;
   
(b)indemnity;
   
(c)payment of the expenses reasonably incurred by the Company in investigating the evidence; and
   
(d)payment of a reasonable fee, if any for issuing a replacement share certificate,

 

as the Directors may determine, and (in the case of defacement or wearing-out) on delivery to the Company of the old certificate.

 

4 Lien on Shares

 

Nature and scope of lien

 

4.1The Company has a first and paramount lien on all Shares (whether Fully Paid Up or not) registered in the name of a Member (whether solely or jointly with others). The lien is for all monies payable to the Company by the Member or the Member’s estate:

 

(a)either alone or jointly with any other person, whether or not that other person is a Member; and
   
(b)whether or not those monies are presently payable.

 

4.2At any time the Board may by Board Resolution declare any Share to be wholly or partly exempt from the provisions of this Article.

 

Company may sell Shares to satisfy lien

 

4.3The Company may sell any Shares over which it has a lien if all of the following conditions are met:

 

(a)the sum in respect of which the lien exists is presently payable;
   
(b)the Company gives notice to the Member holding the Share (or to the person entitled to it in consequence of the death or bankruptcy of that Member) demanding payment and stating that if the notice is not complied with the Shares may be sold; and

 

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(c)that sum is not paid within fourteen Clear Days after that notice is deemed to be given under these Articles,

 

and Shares to which this Article 4.3 applies shall be referred to as Lien Default Shares.

 

4.4The Lien Default Shares may be sold in such manner as the Board determines by Board Resolution.
  
4.5To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Directors shall incur no personal liability to the Member concerned in respect of the sale.

 

Authority to execute instrument of transfer

 

4.6To give effect to a sale, the Directors may authorise any person to execute an instrument of transfer of the Lien Default Shares sold to, or in accordance with the directions of, the purchaser.
  
4.7The title of the transferee of the Lien Default Shares shall not be affected by any irregularity or invalidity in the proceedings in respect of the sale.

 

Consequences of sale of Shares to satisfy lien

 

4.8On a sale pursuant to the preceding Articles:

 

(a)the name of the Member concerned shall be removed from the register of Members as the holder of those Lien Default Shares; and
   
(b)that person shall deliver to the Company for cancellation the certificate (if any) for those Lien Default Shares.
4.9Notwithstanding the provisions of Article 4.8, such person shall remain liable to the Company for all monies which, at the date of sale, were presently payable by him to the Company in respect of those Lien Default Shares. That person shall also be liable to pay interest on those monies from the date of sale until payment at the rate at which interest was payable before that sale or, failing that, at the Default Rate. The Board may by Board Resolution waive payment wholly or in part or enforce payment without any allowance for the value of the Lien Default Shares at the time of sale or for any consideration received on their disposal.

 

Application of proceeds of sale

 

4.10The net proceeds of the sale, after payment of the costs, shall be applied in payment of so much of the sum for which the lien exists as is presently payable. Any residue shall be paid to the person whose Lien Default Shares have been sold:

 

(a)if no certificate for the Lien Default Shares was issued, at the date of the sale; or

 

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(b)if a certificate for the Lien Default Shares was issued, upon surrender to the Company of that certificate for cancellation

 

but, in either case, subject to the Company retaining a like lien for all sums not presently payable as existed on the Lien Default Shares before the sale.

 

5 Calls on Shares and forfeiture

 

Power to make calls and effect of calls

 

5.1Subject to the terms of allotment, the Board may by Board Resolution make calls on the Members in respect of any monies unpaid on their Shares including any premium. The call may provide for payment to be by instalments. Subject to receiving at least 14 Clear Days’ notice specifying when and where payment is to be made, each Member shall pay to the Company the amount called on his Shares as required by the notice.
  
5.2Before receipt by the Company of any sum due under a call, that call may be revoked in whole or in part and payment of a call may be postponed in whole or in part. Where a call is to be paid in instalments, the Company may revoke the call in respect of all or any remaining instalments in whole or in part and may postpone payment of all or any of the remaining instalments in whole or in part.
  
5.3A Member on whom a call is made shall remain liable for that call notwithstanding the subsequent transfer of the Shares in respect of which the call was made. He shall not be liable for calls made after he is no longer registered as Member in respect of those Shares.

 

Time when call made

 

5.4A call shall be deemed to have been made at the time when the resolution of the Directors authorising the call was passed.

 

Liability of joint holders

 

5.5Members registered as the joint holders of a Share shall be jointly and severally liable to pay all calls in respect of the Share.

 

Interest on unpaid calls

 

5.6If a call remains unpaid after it has become due and payable the person from whom it is due and payable shall pay interest on the amount unpaid from the day it became due and payable until it is paid:

 

(a)at the rate fixed by the terms of allotment of the Share or in the notice of the call; or
   
(b)if no rate is fixed, at the Default Rate.

 

The Directors may waive payment of the interest wholly or in part.

 

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Deemed calls

 

5.7Any amount payable in respect of a Share, whether on allotment or on a fixed date or otherwise, shall be deemed to be payable as a call. If the amount is not paid when due the provisions of these Articles shall apply as if the amount had become due and payable by virtue of a call.

 

Power to accept early payment

 

5.8The Company may accept from a Member the whole or a part of the amount remaining unpaid on Shares held by him although no part of that amount has been called up.

 

Power to make different arrangements at time of issue of Shares

 

5.9Subject to the terms of allotment, the Directors may make arrangements on the issue of Shares to distinguish between Members in the amounts and times of payment of calls on their Shares.

 

Notice of default

 

5.10If a call remains unpaid after it has become due and payable the Directors may give to the person from whom it is due not less than 14 Clear Days’ notice requiring payment of:

 

(a)the amount unpaid;
   
(b)any interest which may have accrued;
   
(c)any expenses which have been incurred by the Company due to that person’s default.

 

5.11The notice shall state the following:

 

(a)the place where payment is to be made; and
   
(b)a warning that if the notice is not complied with the Shares in respect of which the call is made will be liable to be forfeited.

 

Forfeiture or surrender of Shares

 

5.12If the notice given pursuant to Article 5.10 is not complied with, the Directors may, before the payment required by the notice has been received, resolve that any Share the subject of that notice be forfeited. The forfeiture shall include all dividends or other monies payable in respect of the forfeited Share and not paid before the forfeiture. Despite the foregoing, the Board may by Board Resolution determine that any Share the subject of that notice be accepted by the Company as surrendered by the Member holding that Share in lieu of forfeiture.

 

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Disposal of forfeited or surrendered Share and power to cancel forfeiture or surrender

 

5.13A forfeited or surrendered Share may be sold, re-allotted or otherwise disposed of on such terms and in such manner as the Board by Board Resolution determine either to the former Member who held that Share or to any other person. The forfeiture or surrender may be cancelled on such terms as the Directors think fit at any time before a sale, re-allotment or other disposition. Where, for the purposes of its disposal, a forfeited or surrendered Share is to be transferred to any person, the Directors may by Board Resolution authorise some person to execute an instrument of transfer of the Share to the transferee.

 

Effect of forfeiture or surrender on former Member

 

5.14On forfeiture or surrender:

 

(a)the name of the Member concerned shall be removed from the register of Members as the holder of those Shares and that person shall cease to be a Member in respect of those Shares; and
   
(b)that person shall surrender to the Company for cancellation the certificate (if any) for the forfeited or surrendered Shares.

 

5.15Despite the forfeiture or surrender of his Shares, that person shall remain liable to the Company for all monies which at the date of forfeiture or surrender were presently payable by him to the Company in respect of those Shares together with:

 

(a)all expenses; and
    
(b)interest from the date of forfeiture or surrender until payment:

 

(i)at the rate of which interest was payable on those monies before forfeiture; or
   
(ii)if no interest was so payable, at the Default Rate.

 

The Directors, however, may waive payment wholly or in part.

 

Evidence of forfeiture or surrender

 

5.16A declaration, whether statutory or under oath, made by a Director or the Secretary shall be conclusive evidence of the following matters stated in it as against all persons claiming to be entitled to forfeited Shares:
(a)that the person making the declaration is a Director or Secretary of the Company, and
   
(b)that the particular Shares have been forfeited or surrendered on a particular date.

 

Subject to the execution of an instrument of transfer, if necessary, the declaration shall constitute good title to the Shares.

 

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Sale of forfeited or surrendered Shares

 

5.17Any person to whom the forfeited or surrendered Shares are disposed of shall not be bound to see to the application of the consideration, if any, of those Shares nor shall his title to the Shares be affected by any irregularity in, or invalidity of the proceedings in respect of, the forfeiture, surrender or disposal of those Shares.

 

6 Transfer of Shares

 

Right to transfer

 

Form of Transfer

 

 Subject to the following Articles about the transfer of Shares, and provided that such transfer complies with applicable rules of the Designated Stock Exchange, a Member may freely transfer Shares (except Class B Ordinary Shares which shall not be transferrable) to another person by completing an instrument of transfer in a common form or in a form prescribed by the Designated Stock Exchange or in any other form approved by the directors, executed:

 

 where the Shares (except Class B Ordinary Shares which shall not be transferrable) are Fully Paid, by or on behalf of that Member; and
   
 where the Shares (except Class B Ordinary Shares which shall not be transferrable) are partly paid, by or on behalf of that Member and the transferee.

 

 The transferor shall be deemed to remain the holder of a Share (except Class B Ordinary Shares which shall not be transferrable) until the name of the transferee is entered into the Register of Members.

 

Power to refuse registration for Shares not listed on a Designated Stock Exchange

 

 Where the Shares in question are not listed on or subject to the rules of any Designated Stock Exchange, registration of any transfer of shares must be approved by the Directors by Board Resolution, and the Directors may in their absolute discretion decline to register any transfer of such Shares which are not Fully Paid Up or on which the Company has a lien. The Directors may also, but are not required to, decline to register any transfer of any such Share unless:

 

(a)the instrument of transfer is lodged with the Company, accompanied by the certificate (if any) for the Shares to which it relates and such other evidence as the Board may reasonably require to show the right of the transferor to make the transfer;
   
(b)the instrument of transfer is in respect of only one class of Shares;
   
(c)the instrument of transfer is properly stamped, if required;
   
(d)in the case of a transfer to joint holders, the number of joint holders to whom the Share is to be transferred does not exceed four;
   
(e)the Shares transferred are Fully Paid Up and free of any lien in favour of the Company; and

 

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(f)any applicable fee of such maximum sum as the Designated Stock Exchanges may determine to be payable, or such lesser sum as the Board may from time to time require, related to the transfer is paid to the Company.

 

Suspension of transfers

 

6.1The registration of transfers may, on 14 days’ notice being given by advertisement in such one or more newspapers or by electronic means, be suspended and the register of Members closed at such times and for such periods as the Directors may, in their absolute discretion, from time to time determine, provided always that such registration of transfer shall not be suspended nor the register of Members closed for more than 30 days in any year.

 

Company may retain instrument of transfer

 

6.2All instruments of transfer that are registered shall be retained by the Company.

 

Notice of refusal to register

 

6.3If the Directors refuse to register a transfer of any Shares not listed on a Designated Stock Exchange, they shall within one month after the date on which the instrument of transfer was lodged with the Company send to each of the transferor and the transferee notice of the refusal.

 

7 Transmission of Shares

 

Persons entitled on death of a Member

 

7.1If a Member dies, the only persons recognised by the Company as having any title to the deceased Members’ interest are the following:
(a)where the deceased Member was a joint holder, the survivor or survivors; and
   
(b)where the deceased Member was a sole holder, that Member’s personal representative or representatives.
7.2Nothing in these Articles shall release the deceased Member’s estate from any liability in respect of any Share, whether the deceased was a sole holder or a joint holder.

 

Registration of transfer of a Share following death or bankruptcy

 

7.3A person becoming entitled to a Share in consequence of the death or bankruptcy of a Member may elect to do either of the following:
(a)to become the holder of the Share; or
   
(b)to transfer the Share to another person.

 

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7.4That person must produce such evidence of his entitlement as the Directors may properly require.
  
7.5If the person elects to become the holder of the Share, he must give notice to the Company to that effect. For the purposes of these Articles, that notice shall be treated as though it were an executed instrument of transfer.
  
7.6If the person elects to transfer the Share to another person then:

 

(a)if the Share is Fully Paid Up, the transferor must execute an instrument of transfer; and
   
(b)if the Share is nil or Partly Paid Up, the transferor and the transferee must execute an instrument of transfer.

 

7.7All the Articles relating to the transfer of Shares shall apply to the notice or, as appropriate, the instrument of transfer.

 

Indemnity

 

7.8A person registered as a Member by reason of the death or bankruptcy of another Member shall indemnify the Company and the Directors against any loss or damage suffered by the Company or the Directors as a result of that registration.

 

Rights of person entitled to a Share following death or bankruptcy

 

7.9A person becoming entitled to a Share by reason of the death or bankruptcy of a Member shall have the rights to which he would be entitled if he were registered as the holder of the Share. But, until he is registered as Member in respect of the Share, he shall not be entitled to attend or vote at any meeting of the Company or at any separate meeting of the holders of that class of Shares.

 

8Alteration of capital

 

Increasing, consolidating, converting, dividing and cancelling share capital

 

8.1To the fullest extent permitted by the Law, the Company may by Ordinary Resolution do any of the following and amend its Memorandum for that purpose:

 

(a)increase its share capital by new Shares of the amount fixed by that Ordinary Resolution and with the attached rights, priorities and privileges set out in that Ordinary Resolution;
   
(b)consolidate and divide all or any of its share capital into Shares of larger amount than its existing Shares;
   
(c)convert all or any of its Paid Up Shares into stock, and reconvert that stock into Paid Up Shares of any denomination;

 

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(d)sub-divide its Shares or any of them into Shares of an amount smaller than that fixed by the Memorandum, so, however, that in the sub-division, the proportion between the amount paid and the amount, if any, unpaid on each reduced Share shall be the same as it was in case of the Share from which the reduced Share is derived; and
   
(e)cancel Shares which, at the date of the passing of that Ordinary Resolution, have not been taken or agreed to be taken by any person, and diminish the amount of its share capital by the amount of the Shares so cancelled or, in the case of Shares without nominal par value, diminish the number of Shares into which its capital is divided.

 

Dealing with fractions resulting from consolidation of Shares

 

8.2Whenever, as a result of a consolidation of Shares, any Members would become entitled to fractions of a Share the Directors may on behalf of those Members deal with the fractions as it thinks fit, including (without limitation):

 

(a)either round up or down the fraction to the nearest whole number, such rounding to be determined by the Directors acting in their sole discretion; or
   
(b)sell the Shares representing the fractions for the best price reasonably obtainable to any person (including, subject to the provisions of the Law, the Company); and
   
(c)distribute the net proceeds in due proportion among those Members.

 

8.3For the purposes of Article 8.2, the Directors may authorise some person to execute an instrument of transfer of the Shares to, in accordance with the directions of, the purchaser. The transferee shall not be bound to see to the application of the purchase money nor shall the transferee’s title to the Shares be affected by any irregularity in, or invalidity of, the proceedings in respect of the sale.

 

Reducing share capital

 

8.4Subject to the Law and to any rights for the time being conferred on the Members holding a particular class of Shares, the Company may, by Special Resolution, reduce its share capital in any way.

 

9 Conversion, redemption and purchase of own Shares

 

Power to issue redeemable Shares and to purchase own Shares

 

9.1Subject to the Law and to any rights for the time being conferred on the Members holding a particular class of Shares, the Company may by its Directors:

 

(a)issue Shares that are to be redeemed or liable to be redeemed, at the option of the Company or the Member holding those redeemable Shares, on the terms and in the manner its Directors determine before the issue of those Shares;

 

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(b)with the consent by Special Resolution of the Members holding Shares of a particular class, vary the rights attaching to that class of Shares so as to provide that those Shares are to be redeemed or are liable to be redeemed at the option of the Company on the terms and in the manner which the Directors determine at the time of such variation; and
   
(c)purchase all or any of its own Shares of any class including any redeemable Shares on the terms and in the manner which the Directors determine at the time of such purchase.

 

The Company may make a payment in respect of the redemption or purchase of its own Shares in any manner authorised by the Law, including out of any combination of the following: capital, its profits and the proceeds of a fresh issue of Shares.

 

Power to pay for redemption or purchase in cash or in specie

 

9.2When making a payment in respect of the redemption or purchase of Shares, the Directors may make the payment in cash or in specie (or partly in one and partly in the other) if so authorised by the terms of the allotment of those Shares or by the terms applying to those Shares in accordance with Article 9.1, or otherwise by agreement with the Member holding those Shares.

 

Effect of redemption or purchase of a Share

 

9.3Upon the date of redemption or purchase of a Share:

 

(a)the Member holding that Share shall cease to be entitled to any rights in respect of the Share other than the right to receive:

 

(i)the price for the Share; and
   
(ii)any dividend declared in respect of the Share prior to the date of redemption or purchase;

 

(b)the Member’s name shall be removed from the register of Members with respect to the Share; and
   
(c)the Share shall be cancelled or held as a Treasury Share, as the Directors may determine.

 

9.4For the purpose of Article 9.3, the date of redemption or purchase is the date when the Member’s name is removed from the register of Members with respect to the Shares the subject of the redemption or purchase.

 

No conversion rights

 

9.5Class A Ordinary Shares shall not be convertible into Class B Ordinary Shares.

 

9.6Class B Ordinary Shares shall not be convertible into Class A Ordinary Shares.

 

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10Meetings of Members

 

Annual and extraordinary general meetings

 

10.1The Company may, but shall not (unless required by the Designated Stock Exchange Rules) be obligated to, in each year hold a general meeting as an annual general meeting, which, if held, shall be convened by the chairman of the Board, or the Directors by Board Resolution, in accordance with these Articles.
  
10.2All general meetings other than annual general meetings shall be called extraordinary general meetings.

 

Power to call meetings

 

10.3The chairman of the Board, or the Directors may by Board Resolution, call a general meeting at any time.
  
10.4If there are insufficient Directors to constitute a quorum and the remaining Directors are unable to agree on the appointment of additional Directors, the Directors must call a general meeting for the purpose of appointing additional Directors.
  
10.5The Directors must also call a general meeting if requisitioned in the manner set out in the next two Articles.
  
10.6Any one or more Members holding not less than one-third of all votes attaching to the total issued and paid up share capital of the Company at the date of deposit of the requisition shall at all times have the right, by written requisition to the Board or the Secretary, to require an extraordinary general meeting to be called by the Board for the transaction of any business specified in such requisition; and such meeting shall be held within two (2) months after the deposit of such requisition. If within twenty one (21) days of such deposit the Board fails to proceed to convene such meeting the requisitionist(s) himself (themselves) may do so in the same manner, and all reasonable expenses incurred by the requisitionist(s) as a result of the failure of the Board shall be reimbursed to the requisitionist(s) by the Company.
  
10.7The requisition must also:

 

(a)specify the purpose of the meeting.
   
(b)be signed by or on behalf of each requisitioner (and for this purpose each joint holder shall be obliged to sign). The requisition may consist of several documents in like form signed by one or more of the requisitioners; and
   
(c)be delivered in accordance with the notice provisions.

 

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10.8Without limitation to the foregoing, if there are insufficient Directors to constitute a quorum and the remaining Directors are unable to agree on the appointment of additional Directors, any one or more Members who together hold at least five per cent of the rights to vote at a general meeting may call a general meeting for the purpose of considering the business specified in the notice of meeting which shall include as an item of business the appointment of additional Directors.
  
10.9If the Members call a meeting under the above provisions, the Company shall reimburse their reasonable expenses.

 

Content of notice

 

10.10Notice of a general meeting shall specify each of the following:

 

(a)the place, the date and the hour of the meeting;
   
(b)if the meeting is to be held in two or more places, the technology that will be used to facilitate the meeting;
   
(c)subject to paragraph (d) and the requirements of (to the extent applicable) the Designated Stock Exchange Rules, the general nature of the business to be transacted; and
   
(d)if a resolution is proposed as a Special Resolution, the text of that resolution.

 

10.11In each notice there shall appear with reasonable prominence the following statements:

 

(a)that a Member who is entitled to attend and vote is entitled to appoint one or more proxies to attend and vote instead of that Member; and
   
(b)that a proxyholder need not be a Member.

 

Period of notice

 

10.12At least seven Clear Days’ notice of an annual general meeting must be given to Members. For any other general meeting, at least seven Clear Days’ notice must be given to Members.
  
10.13Subject to the Law, a meeting may be convened on shorter notice, subject to the Law with the consent of the Member or Members who, individually or collectively, hold at least ninety per cent of the voting rights of all those who have a right to vote at that meeting.

 

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Persons entitled to receive notice

 

10.14Subject to the provisions of these Articles and to any restrictions imposed on any Shares, the notice shall be given to the following people:

 

(a)the Members
   
(b)persons entitled to a Share in consequence of the death or bankruptcy of a Member; and
   
(c)the Directors.

 

10.15The Board may by Board Resolution determine that the Members entitled to receive notice of a meeting are those persons entered on the register of Members at the close of business on a day determined by the Board.

 

Accidental omission to give notice or non-receipt of notice

 

10.16Proceedings at a meeting shall not be invalidated by the following:

 

(a)an accidental failure to give notice of the meeting to any person entitled to notice; or
   
(b)non-receipt of notice of the meeting by any person entitled to notice.

 

10.17In addition, where a notice of meeting is published on a website proceedings at the meeting shall not be invalidated merely because it is accidentally published:
(a)in a different place on the website; or
   
(b)for part only of the period from the date of the notification until the conclusion of the meeting to which the notice relates.

 

11 Proceedings at meetings of Members

 

Quorum

 

11.1Save as provided in the following Article, no business shall be transacted at any meeting unless a quorum is present in person or by proxy. A quorum is as follows:
(a)if the Company has only one Member: that Member;
   
(b)if the Company has more than one Member: one or more Members holding Shares that represent not less than one-third of the outstanding Shares carrying the right to vote at such general meeting.

 

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Lack of quorum

 

11.2If a quorum is not present within fifteen minutes of the time appointed for the meeting, or if at any time during the meeting it becomes inquorate, then the following provisions apply:

 

(a)If the meeting was requisitioned by Members, it shall be cancelled.
   
(b)In any other case, the meeting shall stand adjourned to the same time and place seven days hence, or to such other time or place as is determined by the Directors. If a quorum is not present within fifteen minutes of the time appointed for the adjourned meeting, then the Members present in person or by proxy shall constitute a quorum.

 

Chairman

 

11.3The chairman of a general meeting shall be the chairman of the Board appointed by Board Resolution, or such other Director as the Directors have nominated to chair Board meetings in the absence of the chairman of the Board. Absent any such person being present within fifteen minutes of the time appointed for the meeting, the Directors present shall elect one of their number to chair the meeting.
  
11.4If no Director is present within fifteen minutes of the time appointed for the meeting, or if no Director is willing to act as chairman, the Members present in person or by proxy and entitled to vote shall choose one of their number to chair the meeting.

 

Right of a Director to attend and speak

 

11.5Even if a Director is not a Member, he shall be entitled to attend and speak at any general meeting and at any separate meeting of Members holding a particular class of Shares.

 

Accommodation of Members at meeting

 

11.6lf it appears to the chairman of the meeting that the meeting place specified in the notice convening the meeting is inadequate to accommodate all Members entitled and wishing to attend, the meeting will be duly constituted and its proceedings valid if the chairman is satisfied that adequate facilities are available to ensure that a Member who is unable to be accommodated is able (whether at the meeting place or elsewhere):
(a)to participate in the business for which the meeting has been convened;
   
(b)to hear and see all persons present who speak (whether by the use of microphones, loud-speakers, audio-visual communications equipment or otherwise); and
   
(c)to be heard and seen by all other persons present in the same way.

 

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Security

 

11.7In addition to any measures which the Board may be required to take due to the location or venue of the meeting, the Board may make any arrangement and impose any restriction it considers appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the security of a meeting including, without limitation, the searching of any person attending the meeting and the imposing of restrictions on the items of personal property that may be taken into the meeting place. The Board may refuse entry to, or eject from, a meeting a person who refuses to comply with any such arrangements or restrictions.

 

Adjournment

 

11.8The chairman may at any time adjourn a meeting with the consent of the Members constituting a quorum. The chairman must adjourn the meeting if so directed by the meeting. No business, however, can be transacted at an adjourned meeting other than business which might properly have been transacted at the original meeting.
  
11.9Should a meeting be adjourned for more than 7 Clear Days, whether because of a lack of quorum or otherwise, Members shall be given at least seven Clear Days’ notice of the date, time and place of the adjourned meeting and the general nature of the business to be transacted. Otherwise it shall not be necessary to give any notice of the adjournment.

 

Method of voting

 

11.10A resolution put to the vote of the meeting shall be decided on a poll duly demanded. Subject to the Law, a poll may be demanded:

 

(a)by the chairman of the meeting; or
   
(b)by at least one Member having the right to vote on the resolutions.

 

Taking of a poll

 

11.11A poll demanded on the question of adjournment shall be taken immediately.
  
11.12A poll demanded on any other question shall be taken either immediately or at an adjourned meeting at such time and place as the chairman directs, not being more than thirty Clear Days after the poll was demanded.
  
11.13The demand for a poll shall not prevent the meeting continuing to transact any business other than the question on which the poll was demanded.

 

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11.14A poll shall be taken in such manner as the chairman directs. He may appoint scrutineers (who need not be Members) and fix a place and time for declaring the result of the poll. If, through the aid of technology, the meeting is held in more than place, the chairman may appoint scrutineers in more than place; but if he considers that the poll cannot be effectively monitored at that meeting, the chairman shall adjourn the holding of the poll to a date, place and time when that can occur.

 

No casting vote

 

11.15In the case of an equality of votes on a poll, the chairman of the meeting at which the poll is demanded shall not be entitled to a second or casting vote.

 

Written resolutions

 

11.16Members may pass a resolution in writing without holding a meeting if the following conditions are met:

 

(a)all Members entitled to vote are given notice of the resolution as if the same were being proposed at a meeting of Members;
   
(b)all Members entitled so to vote;

 

(i)sign a document; or
   
(ii)sign several documents in the like form each signed by one or more of those Members; and

 

(c)the signed document or documents is or are delivered to the Company, including, if the Company so nominates, by delivery of an Electronic Record by Electronic means to the address specified for that purpose.
   
(d)Such written resolution shall be as effective as if it had been passed at a meeting of the Members entitled to vote duly convened and held.

 

11.17If a written resolution is described as a Special Resolution or as an Ordinary Resolution, it has effect accordingly.
  
11.18The Directors may determine the manner in which written resolutions shall be put to Members. In particular, they may provide, in the form of any written resolution, for each Member to indicate, out of the number of votes the Member would have been entitled to cast at a meeting to consider the resolution, how many votes he wishes to cast in favour of the resolution and how many against the resolution or to be treated as abstentions. The result of any such written resolution shall be determined on the same basis as on a poll.

 

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Sole-Member Company

 

11.19If the Company has only one Member, and the Member records in writing his decision on a question, that record shall constitute both the passing of a resolution and the minute of it.

 

12 Voting rights of Members

 

Right to vote

 

12.1Subject to the following, unless their Shares carry no right to vote, or unless a call or other amount presently payable has not been paid, all Members are entitled to vote at a general meeting, on a poll, and all Members holding Shares of a particular class of Shares are entitled to vote at a meeting of the holders of that class of Shares.

 

Voting Rights

 

12.2The holder of an Ordinary Share shall (in respect of such Ordinary Share) have the right to receive notice of, attend at and vote as a Member at any general meeting of the Company.
  
12.3Each holder of Class A Ordinary Shares shall, on a poll, be entitled to exercise one (1) vote for each Class A Ordinary Share he or she holds on any and all matters.
  
12.4Each holder of Class B Ordinary Shares shall, on a poll, be entitled to exercise twenty (20) votes for each Class B Ordinary Share he or she holds on any and all matters.
  
12.5Members may vote in person or by proxy.
  
12.6No Member is bound to vote on his Shares or any of them; nor is he bound to vote each of his Shares in the same way.

 

Rights of joint holders

 

12.7If Shares are held jointly, only one of the joint holders may vote. If more than one of the joint holders tenders a vote, the vote of the holder whose name in respect of those Shares appears first in the register of Members shall be accepted to the exclusion of the votes of the other joint holder.

 

Representation of corporate Members

 

12.8Save where otherwise provided, a corporate Member must act by a duly authorised representative.
  
12.9A corporate Member wishing to act by a duly authorised representative must identify that person to the Company by notice in writing.
  
12.10The authorisation may be for any period of time, and must be delivered to the Company before the commencement of the meeting at which it is first used.
  
12.11The Directors of the Company may require the production of any evidence which they consider necessary to determine the validity of the notice.

 

 

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12.12Where a duly authorised representative is present at a meeting that Member is deemed to be present in person; and the acts of the duly authorised representative are personal acts of that Member.
  
12.13A corporate Member may revoke the appointment of a duly authorised representative at any time by notice to the Company; but such revocation will not affect the validity of any acts carried out by the duly authorised representative before the Directors of the Company had actual notice of the revocation.

 

Member with mental disorder

 

12.14A Member in respect of whom an order has been made by any court having jurisdiction (whether in the Cayman Islands or elsewhere) in matters concerning mental disorder may vote on a poll, by that Member’s receiver, curator bonis or other person authorised in that behalf appointed by that court.
  
12.15For the purpose of the preceding Article, evidence to the satisfaction of the Directors of the authority of the person claiming to exercise the right to vote must be received not less than 24 hours before holding the relevant meeting or the adjourned meeting in any manner specified for the delivery of forms of appointment of a proxy, whether in writing or by Electronic means. In default, the right to vote shall not be exercisable.

 

Objections to admissibility of votes

 

12.16An objection to the validity of a person’s vote may only be raised at the meeting or at the adjourned meeting at which the vote is sought to be tendered. Any objection duly made shall be referred to the chairman whose decision shall be final and conclusive.

 

Form of proxy

 

12.17An instrument appointing a proxy shall be in any common form or in any other form approved by the Directors.
  
12.18The instrument must be in writing and signed in one of the following ways:

 

(a)by the Member; or
   
(b)by the Member’s authorised attorney; or
   
(c)if the Member is a corporation or other body corporate, under seal or signed by an authorised officer, secretary or attorney.

 

If the Directors so resolve, the Company may accept an Electronic Record of that instrument delivered in the manner specified below and otherwise satisfying the Articles about authentication of Electronic Records.

 

 

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12.19The Directors may require the production of any evidence which they consider necessary to determine the validity of any appointment of a proxy.
  
12.20A Member may revoke the appointment of a proxy at any time by notice to the Company duly signed in accordance with Article 12.18.
  
12.21No revocation by a Member of the appointment of a proxy made in accordance with Article 12.20 will affect the validity of any acts carried out by the relevant proxy before the Directors of the Company had actual notice of the revocation.

 

How and when proxy is to be delivered

 

12.22Subject to the following Articles, the Directors may, in the notice convening any meeting or adjourned meeting, or in an instrument of proxy sent out by the Company, specify the manner by which the instrument appointing a proxy shall be deposited and the place and the time (being not later than the time appointed for the commencement of the meeting or adjourned meeting to which the proxy relates) at which the instrument appointing a proxy shall be deposited. In the absence of any such direction from the Directors in the notice convening any meeting or adjourned meeting or in an instrument of proxy sent out by the Company, the form of appointment of a proxy and any authority under which it is signed (or a copy of the authority certified notarially or in any other way approved by the Directors) must be delivered so that it is received by the Company before the time for holding the meeting or adjourned meeting at which the person named in the form of appointment of proxy proposes to vote. They must be delivered in either of the following ways:

 

(a)In the case of an instrument in writing, it must be left at or sent by post:

 

(i)to the registered office of the Company; or
   
(ii)to such other place within the Cayman Islands specified in the notice convening the meeting or in any form of appointment of proxy sent out by the Company in relation to the meeting.

 

(b)If, pursuant to the notice provisions, a notice may be given to the Company in an Electronic Record, an Electronic Record of an appointment of a proxy must be sent to the address specified pursuant to those provisions unless another address for that purpose is specified:

 

(i)in the notice convening the meeting; or
   
(ii)in any form of appointment of a proxy sent out by the Company in relation to the meeting; or
   
(iii)in any invitation to appoint a proxy issued by the Company in relation to the meeting.

 

 

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(c)Notwithstanding Article 12.22(a) and Article 12.22(b), the chairman of the Company may, in any event at his discretion, direct that an instrument of proxy shall be deemed to have been duly deposited.

 

12.23Where a poll is taken:

 

(a)if it is taken more than seven Clear Days after it is demanded, the form of appointment of a proxy and any accompanying authority (or an Electronic Record of the same) must be delivered in accordance with Article 12.22 before the time appointed for the taking of the poll;
   
(b)if it to be taken within seven Clear Days after it was demanded, the form of appointment of a proxy and any accompanying authority (or an Electronic Record of the same) must be delivered in accordance with Article 12.22 before the time appointed for the taking of the poll.

 

12.24If the form of appointment of proxy is not delivered on time, it is invalid.
  
12.25When two or more valid but differing appointments of proxy are delivered or received in respect of the same Share for use at the same meeting and in respect of the same matter, the one which is last validly delivered or received (regardless of its date or of the date of its execution) shall be treated as replacing and revoking the other or others as regards that Share. lf the Company is unable to determine which appointment was last validly delivered or received, none of them shall be treated as valid in respect of that Share.
  
12.26The Board may at the expense of the Company send forms of appointment of proxy to the Members by post (that is to say, pre-paying and posting a letter), or by Electronic communication or otherwise (with or without provision for their return by pre-paid post) for use at any general meeting or at any separate meeting of the holders of any class of Shares, either blank or nominating as proxy in the alternative any one or more of the Directors or any other person. lf for the purpose of any meeting invitations to appoint as proxy a person or one of a number of persons specified in the invitations are issued at the Company’s expense, they shall be issued to all (and not to some only) of the Members entitled to be sent notice of the meeting and to vote at it. The accidental omission to send such a form of appointment or to give such an invitation to, or the non-receipt of such form of appointment by, any Member entitled to attend and vote at a meeting shall not invalidate the proceedings at that meeting

 

Voting by proxy

 

12.27A proxy shall have the same voting rights at a meeting or adjourned meeting as the Member would have had except to the extent that the instrument appointing him limits those rights. Notwithstanding the appointment of a proxy, a Member may attend and vote at a meeting or adjourned meeting. If a Member votes on any resolution a vote by his proxy on the same resolution, unless in respect of different Shares, shall be invalid.

 

 

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12.28The instrument appointing a proxy to vote at a meeting shall be deemed also to confer authority to demand or join in demanding a poll, and, for the purposes of Article 11.11, a demand by a person as proxy for a Member shall be the same as a demand by a Member. Such appointment shall not confer any further right to speak at the meeting, except with the permission of the chairman of the meeting.

 

13Number of Directors

 

13.1There shall be a Board consisting of not less than one person provided however that the Company may by Ordinary Resolution increase or reduce the limits in the number of Directors. Unless fixed by Ordinary Resolution, the maximum number of Directors shall be unlimited.

 

14 Appointment, disqualification and removal of Directors

 

First Directors

 

14.1The first Directors shall be appointed in writing by the subscriber or subscribers to the Memorandum, or a majority of them.

 

No age limit

 

14.2There is no age limit for Directors save that they must be at least eighteen years of age.

 

Corporate Directors

 

14.3Unless prohibited by law, a body corporate may be a Director. If a body corporate is a Director, the Articles about representation of corporate Members at general meetings apply, mutatis mutandis, to the Articles about Directors’ meetings.

 

No shareholding qualification

 

14.4Unless a shareholding qualification for Directors is fixed by Ordinary Resolution, no Director shall be required to own Shares as a condition of his appointment.

 

Appointment of Directors

 

14.5A Director may be appointed by Ordinary Resolution or by the Directors. Any appointment may be to fill a vacancy or as an additional Director.
  
14.6A remaining Director may appoint a Director even though there is not a quorum of Directors.
  
14.7No appointment can cause the number of Directors to exceed the maximum (if one is set); and any such appointment shall be invalid.
  
14.8For so long as Shares are listed on a Designated Stock Exchange, the Directors shall include at least such number of Independent Directors as applicable law, rules or regulations or the Designated Stock Exchange Rules require as determined by the Board by Board Resolution.

 

 

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Board’s power to appoint Directors

 

14.9Without prejudice to the Company’s power to appoint a person to be a Director pursuant to these Articles, the Board shall have power at any time to appoint any person who is willing to act as a Director, either to fill a vacancy or as an addition to the existing Board, subject to the total number of Directors not exceeding any maximum number fixed by or in accordance with these Articles.

 

Eligibility

 

14.10No person (other than a Director retiring in accordance with these Articles) shall be appointed or re-appointed a Director at any general meeting unless:

 

(a)he is recommended by the Board; or
   
(b)not less than seven nor more than forty-two Clear Days before the date appointed for the meeting, a Member (other than the person to be proposed) entitled to vote at the meeting has given to the Company notice of his intention to propose a resolution for the appointment of that person, stating the particulars which would, if he were so appointed, be required to be included in the Company’s register of Directors and a notice executed by that person of his willingness to be appointed.

 

Removal of Directors

 

14.11A Director may be removed by Board Resolution.

 

Resignation of Directors

 

14.12A Director may at any time resign office by giving to the Company notice in writing or, if permitted pursuant to the notice provisions, in an Electronic Record delivered in either case in accordance with those provisions.
  
14.13Unless the notice specifies a different date, the Director shall be deemed to have resigned on the date that the notice is delivered to the Company.

 

Termination of the office of Director

 

14.14A Director may retire from office as a Director by giving notice in writing to that effect to the Company at the registered office, which notice shall be effective upon such date as may be specified in the notice, failing which upon delivery to the registered office.
  
14.15Without prejudice to the provisions in these Articles for retirement (by rotation or otherwise), a Director’s office shall be terminated forthwith if:

 

(a)he is prohibited by the law of the Cayman Islands from acting as a Director; or

 

 

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(b)he is made bankrupt or makes an arrangement or composition with his creditors generally; or
   
(c)he resigns his office by notice to the Company; or
   
(d)he only held office as a Director for a fixed term and such term expires; or
   
(e)in the opinion of a registered medical practitioner by whom he is being treated he becomes physically or mentally incapable of acting as a Director; or
   
(f)he is given notice by the majority of the other Directors (not being less than two in number) to vacate office (without prejudice to any claim for damages for breach of any agreement relating to the provision of the services of such Director); or
   
(g)he is made subject to any law relating to mental health or incompetence, whether by court order or otherwise; or
   
(h)without the consent of the other Directors, he is absent from meetings of Directors for a continuous period of six months.

 

15 Alternate Directors

 

Appointment and removal

 

15.1Any Director may appoint any other person, including another Director, to act in his place as an alternate Director. No appointment shall take effect until the Director has given notice of the appointment to the Board.
  
15.2A Director may revoke his appointment of an alternate at any time. No revocation shall take effect until the Director has given notice of the revocation to the Board.
  
15.3A notice of appointment or removal of an alternate Director shall be effective only if given to the Company by one or more of the following methods:

 

(a)by notice in writing in accordance with the notice provisions contained in these Articles;
   
(b)if the Company has a facsimile address for the time being, by sending by facsimile transmission to that facsimile address a facsimile copy or, otherwise, by sending by facsimile transmission to the facsimile address of the Company’s registered office a facsimile copy (in either case, the facsimile copy being deemed to be the notice unless Article 29.7 applies), in which event notice shall be taken to be given on the date of an error-free transmission report from the sender’s fax machine;

 

 

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(c)if the Company has an email address for the time being, by emailing to that email address a scanned copy of the notice as a PDF attachment or, otherwise, by emailing to the email address provided by the Company’s registered office a scanned copy of the notice as a PDF attachment (in either case, the PDF version being deemed to be the notice unless Article 29.7 applies), in which event notice shall be taken to be given on the date of receipt by the Company or the Company’s registered office (as appropriate) in readable form; or
   
(d)if permitted pursuant to the notice provisions, in some other form of approved Electronic Record delivered in accordance with those provisions in writing.

 

Notices

 

15.4All notices of meetings of Directors shall continue to be given to the appointing Director and not to the alternate.

 

Rights of alternate Director

 

15.5An alternate Director shall be entitled to attend and vote at any Board meeting or meeting of a committee of the Directors at which the appointing Director is not personally present, and generally to perform all the functions of the appointing Director in his absence. An alternate Director, however, is not entitled to receive any remuneration from the Company for services rendered as an alternate Director.

 

Appointment ceases when the appointor ceases to be a Director

 

15.6An alternate Director shall cease to be an alternate Director if:

 

(a)the Director who appointed him ceases to be a Director; or
   
(b)the Director who appointed him revokes his appointment by notice delivered to the Board or to the registered office of the Company or in any other manner approved by the Board; or
   
(c)in any event happens in relation to him which, if he were a Director of the Company, would cause his office as Director to be vacated.

 

Status of alternate Director

 

15.7An alternate Director shall carry out all functions of the Director who made the appointment.
  
15.8Save where otherwise expressed, an alternate Director shall be treated as a Director under these Articles.
  
15.9An alternate Director is not the agent of the Director appointing him.
  
15.10An alternate Director is not entitled to any remuneration for acting as alternate Director.

 

 

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Status of the Director making the appointment

 

15.11A Director who has appointed an alternate is not thereby relieved from the duties which he owes the Company.

 

16 Powers of Directors

 

Powers of Directors

 

16.1Subject to the provisions of the Law, the Memorandum and these Articles the business of the Company shall be managed by the Directors who may for that purpose exercise all the powers of the Company.
  
16.2No prior act of the Directors shall be invalidated by any subsequent alteration of the Memorandum or these Articles. However, to the extent allowed by the Law, Members may, by Special Resolution, validate any prior or future act of the Directors which would otherwise be in breach of their duties.

 

Directors below the minimum number

 

16.3lf the number of Directors is less than the minimum prescribed in accordance with these Articles, the remaining Director or Directors shall act only for the purposes of appointing an additional Director or Directors to make up such minimum or of convening a general meeting of the Company for the purpose of making such appointment. lf there are no Director or Directors able or willing to act, any two Members may summon a general meeting for the purpose of appointing Directors. Any additional Director so appointed shall hold office (subject to these Articles) only until the dissolution of the annual general meeting next following such appointment unless he is re-elected during such meeting.

 

Appointments to office

 

16.4The Directors may by Board Resolution appoint a Director:

 

(a)as chairman of the Board;
   
(b)as managing Director;
   
(c)to any other executive office,

 

for such period, and on such terms, including as to remuneration as they think fit.

 

16.5The appointee must consent in writing to holding that office.
  
16.6Where a chairman is appointed he shall, unless unable to do so, preside at every meeting of Directors.

 

 

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16.7If there is no chairman, or if the chairman is unable to preside at a meeting, that meeting may select its own chairman; or the Directors may nominate one of their number to act in place of the chairman should he ever not be available.
  
16.8Subject to the provisions of the Law, the Directors may also appoint and remove any person, who need not be a Director:

 

(a)as Secretary; and
   
(b)to any office that may be required

 

for such period and on such terms, including as to remuneration, as they think fit. In the case of an Officer, that Officer may be given any title the Directors decide.

 

16.9The Secretary or Officer must consent in writing to holding that office.
  
16.10A Director, Secretary or other Officer of the Company may not the hold the office, or perform the services, of auditor.

 

Provisions for employees

 

16.11The Board may make provision for the benefit of any persons employed or formerly employed by the Company or any of its subsidiary undertakings (or any member of his family or any person who is dependent on him) in connection with the cessation or the transfer to any person of the whole or part of the undertaking of the Company or any of its subsidiary undertakings.

 

Exercise of voting rights

 

16.12The Board may exercise the voting power conferred by the Shares in any body corporate held or owned by the Company in such manner in all respects as it thinks fit (including, without limitation, the exercise of that power in favour of any resolution appointing any Director as a Director of such body corporate, or voting or providing for the payment of remuneration to the Directors of such body corporate).

 

Remuneration

 

16.13Every Director may be remunerated by the Company for the services he provides for the benefit of the Company, whether as Director, employee or otherwise, and shall be entitled to be paid for the expenses incurred in the Company’s business including attendance at Directors’ meetings.
  
16.14Until otherwise determined by the Company by Ordinary Resolution, the Directors (other than alternate Directors) shall be entitled to such remuneration by way of fees for their services in the office of Director as the Directors may determine.

 

 

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16.15Remuneration may take any form and may include arrangements to pay pensions, health insurance, death or sickness benefits, whether to the Director or to any other person connected to or related to him.
  
16.16Unless his fellow Directors determine otherwise, a Director is not accountable to the Company for remuneration or other benefits received from any other company which is in the same group as the Company or which has common shareholdings.

 

Disclosure of information

 

16.17The Directors may release or disclose to a third party any information regarding the affairs of the Company, including any information contained in the register of Members relating to a Member, (and they may authorise any Director, Officer or other authorised agent of the Company to release or disclose to a third party any such information in his possession) if:

 

(a)the Company or that person, as the case may be, is lawfully required to do so under the laws of any jurisdiction to which the Company is subject; or
   
(b)such disclosure is in compliance with the Designated Stock Exchange Rules; or
   
(c)such disclosure is in accordance with any contract entered into by the Company; or
   
(d)the Directors are of the opinion such disclosure would assist or facilitate the Company’s operations.

 

17Delegation of powers

 

Power to delegate any of the Directors’ powers to a committee

 

17.1The Directors may delegate any of their powers to any committee consisting of one or more persons who need not be Members. Persons on the committee may include non-Directors so long as the majority of those persons are Directors. Any such committee shall be made up of such number of Independent Directors as required from time to time by the Designated Stock Exchange Rules or otherwise required by applicable law.
  
17.2The delegation may be collateral with, or to the exclusion of, the Directors’ own powers.
  
17.3The delegation may be on such terms as the Directors think fit, including provision for the committee itself to delegate to a sub-committee; save that any delegation must be capable of being revoked or altered by the Directors at will.
  
17.4Unless otherwise permitted by the Directors, a committee must follow the procedures prescribed for the taking of decisions by Directors.

 

 

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17.5The Board shall by Board Resolution establish an audit committee, a compensation committee and a nominating and corporate governance committee. Each of these committees shall be empowered to do all things necessary to exercise the rights of such committee set forth in these Articles. Each of the audit committee, compensation committee and nominating and corporate governance committee shall consist of at least three Directors (or such larger minimum number as may be required from time to time by the Designated Stock Exchange Rules). The majority of the committee members on each of the compensation committee and nominating and corporate governance committee shall be Independent Directors. The audit committee shall be made up of such number of Independent Directors as required from time to time by the Designated Stock Exchange Rules or otherwise required by applicable law.

 

Local boards

 

17.6The Board may by Board Resolution establish any local or divisional board or agency for managing any of the affairs of the Company whether in the Cayman Islands or elsewhere and may appoint any persons to be members of a local or divisional Board, or to be managers or agents, and may fix their remuneration.
  
17.7The Board may by Board Resolution delegate to any local or divisional board, manager or agent any of its powers and authorities (with power to sub-delegate) and may authorise the members of any local or divisional board or any of them to fill any vacancies and to act notwithstanding vacancies.
  
17.8Any appointment or delegation under this Article 17.8 may be made on such terms and subject to such conditions as the Board thinks fit and the Board may by Board Resolution remove any person so appointed, and may revoke or vary any delegation.

 

Power to appoint an agent of the Company

 

17.9The Directors may appoint any person, either generally or in respect of any specific matter, to be the agent of the Company with or without authority for that person to delegate all or any of that person’s powers. The Directors may make that appointment:

 

(a)by causing the Company to enter into a power of attorney or agreement; or
   
(b)in any other manner they determine.

 

Power to appoint an attorney or authorised signatory of the Company

 

17.10The Directors may appoint any person, whether nominated directly or indirectly by the Directors, to be the attorney or the authorised signatory of the Company. The appointment may be:

 

(a)for any purpose;
   
(b)with the powers, authorities and discretions;

 

 

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(c)for the period; and
   
(d)subject to such conditions

 

as they think fit. The powers, authorities and discretions, however, must not exceed those vested in, or exercisable, by the Directors under these Articles. The Directors may do so by power of attorney or any other manner they think fit.

 

17.11Any power of attorney or other appointment may contain such provision for the protection and convenience for persons dealing with the attorney or authorised signatory as the Directors think fit. Any power of attorney or other appointment may also authorise the attorney or authorised signatory to delegate all or any of the powers, authorities and discretions vested in that person.
  
17.12The Board may by Board Resolution remove any person appointed under Article 17.10 and may revoke or vary the delegation.

 

Borrowing Powers

 

17.13The Directors may exercise all the powers of the Company to borrow money and to mortgage or charge its undertaking, property and assets both present and future and uncalled capital, or any part thereof, and to issue debentures and other securities, whether outright or as collateral security for any debt, liability or obligation of the Company or its parent undertaking (if any) or any subsidiary undertaking of the Company or of any third party.

 

Corporate Governance

 

17.14The Board may by Board Resolution, from time to time, and except as required by applicable law or the Designated Stock Exchange Rules, adopt, institute, amend, modify or revoke the corporate governance policies or initiatives of the Company, which shall be intended to set forth the guiding principles and policies of the Company and the Board on various corporate governance related matters as the Board shall determine by Board Resolution from time to time.

 

18 Meetings of Directors

 

Regulation of Directors’ meetings

 

18.1Subject to the provisions of these Articles, the Directors may regulate their proceedings as they think fit.

 

Calling meetings

 

18.2Any Director may call a meeting of Directors at any time. The Secretary must call a meeting of the Directors if requested to do so by a Director.

 

 

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Notice of meetings

 

18.3Notice of a Board meeting may be given to a Director personally or by word of mouth or given in writing or by Electronic communications at such address as he may from time to time specify for this purpose (or, if he does not specify an address, at his last known address). A Director may waive his right to receive notice of any meeting either prospectively or retrospectively.

 

Use of technology

 

18.4A Director may participate in a meeting of Directors through the medium of conference telephone, video or any other form of communications equipment providing all persons participating in the meeting are able to hear and speak to each other throughout the meeting.
  
18.5A Director participating in this way is deemed to be present in person at the meeting.

 

Quorum

 

18.6The quorum for the transaction of business at a meeting of Directors shall be one unless the Directors fix some other number.

 

Chairman or deputy to preside

 

18.7The Board may by Board Resolution appoint a chairman and one or more deputy chairman or chairmen and may at any time revoke any such appointment.
  
18.8The chairman, or failing him any deputy chairman (the longest in office taking precedence if more than one is present), shall preside at all Board meetings. If no chairman or deputy chairman has been appointed, or if he is not present within five minutes after the time fixed for holding the meeting, or is unwilling to act as chairman of the meeting, the Directors present shall choose one of their number to act as chairman of the meeting.

 

Voting

 

18.9A question which arises at a Board meeting shall be decided by a majority of votes. If votes are equal the Founder may, if he wishes, exercise a casting vote.

 

 

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Recording of dissent

 

18.10A Director present at a meeting of Directors shall be presumed to have assented to any action taken at that meeting unless:

 

(a)his dissent is entered in the minutes of the meeting; or
   
(b)he has filed with the meeting before it is concluded signed dissent from that action; or
   
(c)he has forwarded to the Company as soon as practical following the conclusion of that meeting signed dissent.

 

A Director who votes in favour of an action is not entitled to record his dissent to it.

 

Written resolutions

 

18.11The Directors may pass a resolution in writing without holding a meeting if all Directors sign a document or sign several documents in the like form each signed by one or more of those Directors.
  
18.12A written resolution signed by a validly appointed alternate Director need not also be signed by the appointing Director.
  
18.13A written resolution signed personally by the appointing Director need not also be signed by his alternate.
  
18.14A resolution in writing passed pursuant to Article 18.11, Article 18.12 and/or Article 18.13 shall be as effective as if it had been passed at a meeting of the Directors duly convened and held; and it shall be treated as having been passed on the day and at the time that the last Director signs (and for the avoidance of doubt, such day may or may not be a Business Day).

 

Validity of acts of Directors in spite of formal defect

 

18.15All acts done by a meeting of the Board, or of a committee of the Board, or by any person acting as a Director or an alternate Director, shall, notwithstanding that it is afterwards discovered that there was some defect in the appointment of any Director or alternate Director or member of the committee, or that any of them were disqualified or had vacated office or were not entitled to vote, be as valid as if every such person had been duly appointed and qualified and had continued to be a Director or alternate Director and had been entitled to vote.

 

 

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19Permissible Directors’ interests and disclosure

 

19.1A Director shall not, as a Director, vote in respect of any contract, transaction, arrangement or proposal in which he has an interest which (together with any interest of any person connected with him) is a material interest (otherwise then by virtue of his interests, direct or indirect, in Shares or debentures or other securities of, or otherwise in or through, the Company) and if he shall do so his vote shall not be counted, nor in relation thereto shall he be counted in the quorum present at the meeting, but (in the absence of some other material interest than is mentioned below) none of these prohibitions shall apply to:

 

(a)the giving of any security, guarantee or indemnity in respect of:

 

(i)

money lent or obligations incurred by him or by any other person for the benefit of the Company or any of its subsidiaries; or

 

(ii)a debt or obligation of the Company or any of its subsidiaries for which the Director himself has assumed responsibility in whole or in part and whether alone or jointly with others under a guarantee or indemnity or by the giving of security;

 

(b)where the Company or any of its subsidiaries is offering securities in which offer the Director is or may be entitled to participate as a holder of securities or in the underwriting or sub-underwriting of which the Director is to or may participate;
   
(c)any contract, transaction, arrangement or proposal affecting any other body corporate in which he is interested, directly or indirectly and whether as an officer, shareholder, creditor or otherwise howsoever, provided that he (together with persons connected with him) does not to his knowledge hold an interest representing one per cent or more of any class of the equity share capital of such body corporate (or of any third body corporate through which his interest is derived) or of the voting rights available to members of the relevant body corporate (any such interest being deemed for the purposes of this Article 19.1 to be a material interest in all circumstances);
   
(d)any act or thing done or to be done in respect of any arrangement for the benefit of the employees of the Company or any of its subsidiaries under which he is not accorded as a Director any privilege or advantage not generally accorded to the employees to whom such arrangement relates; or
   
(e)any matter connected with the purchase or maintenance for any Director of insurance against any liability or (to the extent permitted by the Law) indemnities in favour of Directors, the funding of expenditure by one or more Directors in defending proceedings against him or them or the doing of any thing to enable such Director or Directors to avoid incurring such expenditure.

 

 

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19.2A Director may, as a Director, vote (and be counted in the quorum) in respect of any contract, transaction, arrangement or proposal in which he has an interest which is not a material interest or which falls within Article 19.1.

 

20Minutes

 

20.1The Company shall cause minutes to be made in books of:

 

(a)all appointments of Officers and committees made by the Board and of any such Officer’s remuneration; and
   
(b)the names of Directors present at every meeting of the Directors, a committee of the Board, the Company or the holders of any class of shares or debentures, and all orders, resolutions and proceedings of such meetings.

 

20.2Any such minutes, if purporting to be signed by the chairman of the meeting at which the proceedings were held or by the chairman of the next succeeding meeting or the Secretary, shall be prima facie evidence of the matters stated in them.

 

21Accounts and audit

 

21.1The Directors must ensure that proper accounting and other records are kept, and that accounts and associated reports are distributed in accordance with the requirements of the Law.
  
21.2The books of account shall be kept at the registered office of the Company and shall always be open to inspection by the Directors. No Member (other than a Director) shall have any right of inspecting any account or book or document of the Company except as conferred by the Law or as authorised by the Directors or by Ordinary Resolution.

 

Financial year

 

21.3Unless the Directors otherwise prescribe, the financial year of the Company shall end on 31 December in each year and begin on 1 January in each year.

 

Auditors

 

21.4The Directors may appoint an Auditor of the Company who shall hold office on such terms as the Directors determine.
  
21.5At any general meeting convened and held at any time in accordance with these Articles, the Members may, by Ordinary Resolution, remove the Auditor before the expiration of his term of office. If they do so, the Members shall, by Ordinary Resolution, at that meeting appoint another Auditor in his stead for the remainder of his term.
  
21.6The Auditors shall examine such books, accounts and vouchers; as may be necessary for the performance of their duties.

 

 

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21.7The Auditors shall, if so requested by the Directors, make a report on the accounts of the Company during their tenure of office at the next annual general meeting following their appointment, and at any time during their term of office, upon request of the Directors or any general meeting of the Company.

 

22Record dates

 

22.1Except to the extent of any conflicting rights attached to Shares, the resolution declaring a dividend on Shares of any class, whether it be an Ordinary Resolution of the Members or a Board Resolution, may specify that the dividend is payable or distributable to the persons registered as the holders of those Shares at the close of business on a particular date, notwithstanding that the date may be a date prior to that on which the resolution is passed.
  
22.2If the resolution does so specify, the dividend shall be payable or distributable to the persons registered as the holders of those Shares at the close of business on the specified date in accordance with their respective holdings so registered, but without prejudice to the rights inter se in respect of the dividend of transferors and transferees of any of those Shares.
  
22.3The provisions of this Article apply, mutatis mutandis, to bonuses, capitalisation issues, distributions of realised capital profits or offers or grants made by the Company to the Members.

 

23 Dividends

 

Source of dividends

 

23.1Dividends may be declared and paid out of any funds of the Company lawfully available for distribution.
  
23.2Subject to the requirements of the Law regarding the application of a company’s Share premium account and with the sanction of an Ordinary Resolution, dividends may also be declared and paid out of any share premium account.

 

Declaration of dividends by Members

 

23.3Subject to the provisions of the Law, the Company may by Ordinary Resolution declare dividends in accordance with the respective rights of the Members but no dividend shall exceed the amount recommended by the Directors.
  
23.4No dividend may be declared or paid, and no other distribution (whether in cash or otherwise) of the Company’s assets (including any distribution of assets to Members on a winding up) may be made to a holder of a Class B Ordinary Share.

 

Payment of interim dividends and declaration of final dividends by Directors

 

23.5Subject to Article 23.4, the Directors may by Board Resolution declare and pay interim dividends or recommend final dividends in accordance with the respective rights of the Members if it appears to them that they are justified by the financial position of the Company and that such dividends may lawfully be paid.

 

 

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23.6Subject to the provisions of the Law, in relation to the distinction between interim dividends and final dividends, the following applies:

 

(a)Upon determination to pay a dividend or dividends described as interim by the Directors in the dividend Board Resolution, no debt shall be created by the declaration until such time as payment is made.
   
(b)Upon declaration of a dividend or dividends described as final by the Directors in the dividend Board Resolution, a debt shall be created immediately following the declaration, the due date to be the date the dividend is stated to be payable in the Board Resolution.

 

If the Board Resolution fails to specify whether a dividend is final or interim, it shall be assumed to be interim.

 

23.7In relation to Shares carrying differing rights to dividends or rights to dividends at a fixed rate, the following applies:

 

(a)If the share capital is divided into different classes, the Directors may pay dividends on Shares which confer deferred or non-preferred rights with regard to dividends as well as on Shares which confer preferential rights with regard to dividends but no dividend shall be paid on Shares carrying deferred or non-preferred rights if, at the time of payment, any preferential dividend is in arrears.
   
(b)The Directors may also pay, at intervals settled by them, any dividend payable at a fixed rate if it appears to them that there are sufficient funds of the Company lawfully available for distribution to justify the payment.
   
(c)If the Directors act in good faith, they shall not incur any liability to the Members holding Shares conferring preferred rights for any loss those Members may suffer by the lawful payment of the dividend on any Shares having deferred or non-preferred rights.

 

Apportionment of dividends

 

23.8Except as otherwise provided by the rights attached to Shares all dividends shall be declared and paid according to the amounts Paid Up on the Shares on which the dividend is paid. All dividends shall be apportioned and paid proportionately to the amount Paid Up on the Shares during the time or part of the time in respect of which the dividend is paid. But if a Share is issued on terms providing that it shall rank for dividend as from a particular date, that Share shall rank for dividend accordingly.

 

Right of set off

 

23.9The Directors may deduct from a dividend or any other amount payable to a person in respect of a Share any amount due by that person to the Company on a call or otherwise in relation to a Share.

 

 

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Power to pay other than in cash

 

23.10If the Directors so determine, any Board Resolution declaring a dividend may direct that it shall be satisfied wholly or partly by the distribution of assets. If a difficulty arises in relation to the distribution, the Directors may settle that difficulty in any way they consider appropriate. For example, they may do any one or more of the following:

 

(a)issue fractional Shares;
   
(b)fix the value of assets for distribution and make cash payments to some Members on the footing of the value so fixed in order to adjust the rights of Members; and
   
(c)vest some assets in trustees.

 

How payments may be made

 

23.11Subject to Article 23.4, a dividend or other monies payable on or in respect of a Share may be paid in any of the following ways:

 

(a)if the Member holding that Share or other person entitled to that Share nominates a bank account for that purpose - by wire transfer to that bank account; or
   
(b)by cheque or warrant sent by post to the registered address of the Member holding that Share or other person entitled to that Share.

 

23.12For the purposes of Article 23.11(a), the nomination may be in writing or in an Electronic Record and the bank account nominated may be the bank account of another person. For the purposes of Article 23.11(b), subject to any applicable law or regulation, the cheque or warrant shall be made to the order of the Member holding that Share or other person entitled to the Share or to his nominee, whether nominated in writing or in an Electronic Record, and payment of the cheque or warrant shall be a good discharge to the Company.
  
23.13Subject to Article 23.4, if two or more persons are registered as the holders of the Share or are jointly entitled to it by reason of the death or bankruptcy of the registered holder (Joint Holders), a dividend (or other amount) payable on or in respect of that Share may be paid as follows:

 

(a)to the registered address of the Joint Holder of the Share who is named first on the register of Members or to the registered address of the deceased or bankrupt holder, as the case may be; or
   
(b)to the address or bank account of another person nominated by the Joint Holders, whether that nomination is in writing or in an Electronic Record.

 

23.14Subject to Article 23.4, any Joint Holder of a Share may give a valid receipt for a dividend (or other amount) payable in respect of that Share.

 

 

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Dividends or other monies not to bear interest in absence of special rights

 

23.15Unless provided for by the rights attached to a Share, no dividend or other monies payable by the Company in respect of a Share shall bear interest.

 

Dividends unable to be paid or unclaimed

 

23.16Subject to Article 23.4, if a dividend cannot be paid to a Member or remains unclaimed within six weeks after it was declared or both, the Directors may pay it into a separate account in the Company’s name. If a dividend is paid into a separate account, the Company shall not be constituted trustee in respect of that account and the dividend shall remain a debt due to the Member.
  
23.17A dividend that remains unclaimed for a period of six years after it became due for payment shall be forfeited to, and shall cease to remain owing by, the Company.

 

24Capitalisation of profits

 

Capitalisation of profits or of any share premium account or capital redemption reserve;

 

24.1The Directors may resolve to capitalise:

 

(a)any part of the Company’s profits not required for paying any preferential dividend (whether or not those profits are available for distribution); or
   
(b)any sum standing to the credit of the Company’s share premium account or capital redemption reserve, if any.

 

24.2Subject to Article 23.4, the amount resolved to be capitalised must be appropriated to the Members who would have been entitled to it had it been distributed by way of dividend and in the same proportions. The benefit to each Member so entitled must be given in either or both of the following ways:

 

(a)by paying up the amounts unpaid on that Member’s Shares;
   
(b)by issuing Fully Paid Up Shares, debentures or other securities of the Company to that Member or as that Member directs. The Directors may resolve that any Shares issued to the Member in respect of Partly Paid Up Shares (Original Shares) rank for dividend only to the extent that the Original Shares rank for dividend while those Original Shares remain Partly Paid Up.

 

 

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Applying an amount for the benefit of Members

 

24.3Subject to Article 23.4, the amount capitalised must be applied to the benefit of Members in the proportions to which the Members would have been entitled to dividends if the amount capitalised had been distributed as a dividend.
  
24.4Subject to the Law, if a fraction of a Share, a debenture or other security is allocated to a Member, the Directors may issue a fractional certificate to that Member or pay him the cash equivalent of the fraction.

 

25Share Premium Account

 

Directors to maintain share premium account

 

25.1The Directors shall establish a share premium account in accordance with the Law. They shall carry to the credit of that account from time to time an amount equal to the amount or value of the premium paid on the issue of any Share or capital contributed or such other amounts required by the Law.

 

Debits to share premium account

 

25.2The following amounts shall be debited to any share premium account:

 

(a)on the redemption or purchase of a Share, the difference between the nominal value of that Share and the redemption or purchase price; and
   
(b)any other amount paid out of a share premium account as permitted by the Law.

 

25.3Notwithstanding the preceding Article, on the redemption or purchase of a Share, the Directors may pay the difference between the nominal value of that Share and the redemption purchase price out of the profits of the Company or, as permitted by the Law, out of capital.

 

26 Seal

 

Company seal

 

26.1The Company may have a seal if the Directors so determine by Board Resolution.

 

Duplicate seal

 

26.2Subject to the provisions of the Law, the Company may also have a duplicate seal or seals for use in any place or places outside the Cayman Islands. Each duplicate seal shall be a facsimile of the original seal of the Company. However, if the Directors so determine by Board Resolution, a duplicate seal shall have added on its face the name of the place where it is to be used.

 

 

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When and how seal is to be used

 

26.3A seal may only be used by the authority of the Directors. Unless the Directors otherwise determine by Board Resolution, a document to which a seal is affixed must be signed in one of the following ways:

 

(a)by a Director (or his alternate) and the Secretary; or
   
(b)by a single Director (or his alternate).

 

If no seal is adopted or used

 

26.4If the Directors do not adopt a seal, or a seal is not used, a document may be executed in the following manner:

 

(a)by a Director (or his alternate) and the Secretary; or
   
(b)by a single Director (or his alternate); or
   
(c)in any other manner permitted by the Law.

 

Power to allow non-manual signatures and facsimile printing of seal

 

26.5The Directors may determine by Board Resolution that either or both of the following applies:

 

(a)that the seal or a duplicate seal need not be affixed manually but may be affixed by some other method or system of reproduction;
   
(b)that a signature required by these Articles need not be manual but may be a mechanical or Electronic Signature.

 

Validity of execution

 

26.6If a document is duly executed and delivered by or on behalf of the Company, it shall not be regarded as invalid merely because, at the date of the delivery, the Secretary, or the Director, or other Officer or person who signed the document or affixed the seal for and on behalf of the Company ceased to be the Secretary or hold that office and authority on behalf of the Company.

 

 

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27Indemnity

 

27.1To the extent permitted by law, the Company shall indemnify each existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary and other Officer of the Company (including an investment adviser or an administrator or liquidator) and their personal representatives against:

 

(a)all actions, proceedings, costs, charges, expenses, losses, damages or liabilities incurred or sustained by the existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer in or about the conduct of the Company’s business or affairs or in the execution or discharge of the existing or former Director’s (including alternate Director’s), Secretary’s or Officer’s duties, powers, authorities or discretions; and
   
(b)without limitation to paragraph (a), all costs, expenses, losses or liabilities incurred by the existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer in defending (whether successfully or otherwise) any civil, criminal, administrative or investigative proceedings (whether threatened, pending or completed) concerning the Company or its affairs in any court or tribunal, whether in the Cayman Islands or elsewhere.

 

No such existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer, however, shall be indemnified in respect of any matter arising out of his own dishonesty.

 

27.2To the extent permitted by Law, the Company may make a payment, or agree to make a payment, whether by way of advance, loan or otherwise, for any legal costs incurred by an existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer of the Company in respect of any matter identified in Article 27.1 on condition that the Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer must repay the amount paid by the Company to the extent that it is ultimately found not liable to indemnify the Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or that Officer for those legal costs.

 

Release

 

27.3To the extent permitted by Law, the Company may by Special Resolution release any existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or other Officer of the Company from liability for any loss or damage or right to compensation which may arise out of or in connection with the execution or discharge of the duties, powers, authorities or discretions of his office; but there may be no release from liability arising out of or in connection with that person’s own dishonesty.

 

 

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Insurance

 

27.4To the extent permitted by Law, the Company may pay, or agree to pay, a premium in respect of a contract insuring each of the following persons against risks determined by the Directors, other than liability arising out of that person’s own dishonesty:

 

(a)an existing or former Director (including alternate Director), Secretary or Officer or auditor of:

 

(i)the Company;
   
(ii)a company which is or was a subsidiary of the Company;
   
(iii)a company in which the Company has or had an interest (whether direct or indirect); and

 

(b)a trustee of an employee or retirement benefits scheme or other trust in which any of the persons referred to in paragraph (a) is or was interested.

 

28 Notices

 

Form of notices

 

28.1Save where these Articles provide otherwise, and subject to the Designated Stock Exchange Rules, any notice to be given to or by any person pursuant to these Articles shall be:

 

(a)in writing signed by or on behalf of the giver in the manner set out below for written notices; or
   
(b)subject to the next Article, in an Electronic Record signed by or on behalf of the giver by Electronic Signature and authenticated in accordance with Articles about authentication of Electronic Records; or
   
(c)where these Articles expressly permit, by the Company by means of a website.

 

 

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Electronic communications

 

28.2A notice may only be given to the Company in an Electronic Record if:

 

(a)the Directors so resolve;
   
(b)the resolution states how an Electronic Record may be given and, if applicable, specifies an email address for the Company; and
   
(c)the terms of that resolution are notified to the Members for the time being and, if applicable, to those Directors who were absent from the meeting at which the resolution was passed.

 

If the resolution is revoked or varied, the revocation or variation shall only become effective when its terms have been similarly notified.

 

28.3A notice may not be given by Electronic Record to a person other than the Company unless the recipient has notified the giver of an Electronic address to which notice may be sent.
  
28.4Subject to the Law, the Designated Stock Exchange Rules and to any other rules which the Company is bound to follow, the Company may also send any notice or other document pursuant to these Articles to a Member by publishing that notice or other document on a website where:

 

(a)the Company and the Member have agreed to his having access to the notice or document on a website (instead of it being sent to him);
   
(b)the notice or document is one to which that agreement applies;
   
(c)the Member is notified (in accordance with any requirements laid down by the Law and, in a manner for the time being agreed between him and the Company for the purpose) of:

 

(i)the publication of the notice or document on a website;
   
(ii)the address of that website; and
   
(iii)the place on that website where the notice or document may be accessed, and how it may be accessed; and

 

 

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(d)the notice or document is published on that website throughout the publication period, provided that, if the notice or document is published on that website for a part, but not all of, the publication period, the notice or document shall be treated as being published throughout that period if the failure to publish that notice of document throughout that period is wholly attributable to circumstances which it would not be reasonable to have expected the Company to prevent or avoid. For the purposes of this Article 28.4 “publication period” means a period of not less than seven days, beginning on the day on which the notification referred to in Article 28.4(c) is deemed sent.

 

Persons entitled to notices

 

28.5Any notice or other document to be given to a Member may be given by reference to the register of Members as it stands at any time within the period of seven days before the day that the notice is given or (where and as applicable) within any other period permitted by, or in accordance with the requirements of, (to the extent applicable) the Designated Stock Exchange Rules and/or the Designated Stock Exchanges. No change in the register of Members after that time shall invalidate the giving of such notice or document or require the Company to give such item to any other person.

 

Persons authorised to give notices

 

28.6A notice by either the Company or a Member pursuant to these Articles may be given on behalf of the Company or a Member by a Director or company secretary of the Company or a Member.

 

Delivery of written notices

 

28.7Save where these Articles provide otherwise, a notice in writing may be given personally to the recipient, or left at (as appropriate) the Member’s or Director’s registered address or the Company’s registered office, or posted to that registered address or registered office.

 

Joint holders

 

28.8Where Members are joint holders of a Share, all notices shall be given to the Member whose name first appears in the register of Members.

 

Signatures

 

28.9A written notice shall be signed when it is autographed by or on behalf of the giver, or is marked in such a way as to indicate its execution or adoption by the giver.
  
28.10An Electronic Record may be signed by an Electronic Signature.

 

 

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Evidence of transmission

 

28.11A notice given by Electronic Record shall be deemed sent if an Electronic Record is kept demonstrating the time, date and content of the transmission, and if no notification of failure to transmit is received by the giver.
  
28.12A notice given in writing shall be deemed sent if the giver can provide proof that the envelope containing the notice was properly addressed, pre-paid and posted, or that the written notice was otherwise properly transmitted to the recipient.
  
28.13A Member present, either in person or by proxy, at any meeting of the Company or of the holders of any class of Shares shall be deemed to have received due notice of the meeting and, where requisite, of the purposes for which it was called.

 

Giving notice to a deceased or bankrupt Member

 

28.14A notice may be given by the Company to the persons entitled to a Share in consequence of the death or bankruptcy of a Member by sending or delivering it, in any manner authorised by these Articles for the giving of notice to a Member, addressed to them by name, or by the title of representatives of the deceased, or trustee of the bankrupt or by any like description, at the address, if any, supplied for that purpose by the persons claiming to be so entitled.
  
28.15Until such an address has been supplied, a notice may be given in any manner in which it might have been given if the death or bankruptcy had not occurred.

 

Date of giving notices

 

28.16A notice is given on the date identified in the following table

 

Method for giving notices   When taken to be given
(A) Personally   At the time and date of delivery
(B) By leaving it at the Member’s registered address   At the time and date it was left
(C) By posting it by prepaid post to the street or postal address of that recipient   48 hours after the date it was posted
(D) By Electronic Record (other than publication on a website), to recipient’s Electronic address   48 hours after the date it was sent
(E) By publication on a website   24 hours after the date on which the Member is deemed to have been notified of the publication of the notice or document on the website

 

 

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Saving provision

 

28.17None of the preceding notice provisions shall derogate from the Articles about the delivery of written resolutions of Directors and written resolutions of Members.

 

29 Authentication of Electronic Records

 

Application of Articles

 

29.1Without limitation to any other provision of these Articles, any notice, written resolution or other document under these Articles that is sent by Electronic means by a Member, or by the Secretary, or by a Director or other Officer of the Company, shall be deemed to be authentic if either Article 29.2 or Article 29.4 applies.

 

Authentication of documents sent by Members by Electronic means

 

29.2An Electronic Record of a notice, written resolution or other document sent by Electronic means by or on behalf of one or more Members shall be deemed to be authentic if the following conditions are satisfied:

 

(a)the Member or each Member, as the case may be, signed the original document, and for this purpose Original Document includes several documents in like form signed by one or more of those Members; and
   
(b)the Electronic Record of the Original Document was sent by Electronic means by, or at the direction of, that Member to an address specified in accordance with these Articles for the purpose for which it was sent; and
   
(c)Article 29.7 does not apply.

 

29.3For example, where a sole Member signs a resolution and sends the Electronic Record of the original resolution, or causes it to be sent, by facsimile transmission to the address in these Articles specified for that purpose, the facsimile copy shall be deemed to be the written resolution of that Member unless Article 28.7 applies.

 

Authentication of document sent by the Secretary or Officers of the Company by Electronic means

 

29.4An Electronic Record of a notice, written resolution or other document sent by or on behalf of the Secretary or an Officer or Officers of the Company shall be deemed to be authentic if the following conditions are satisfied:

 

(a)the Secretary or the Officer or each Officer, as the case may be, signed the original document, and for this purpose Original Document includes several documents in like form signed by the Secretary or one or more of those Officers; and

 


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(b)the Electronic Record of the Original Document was sent by Electronic means by, or at the direction of, the Secretary or that Officer to an address specified in accordance with these Articles for the purpose for which it was sent; and
   
(c)Article 29.7 does not apply.

 

This Article 29.4 applies whether the document is sent by or on behalf of the Secretary or Officer in his own right or as a representative of the Company.

 

29.5For example, where a sole Director signs a resolution and scans the resolution, or causes it to be scanned, as a PDF version which is attached to an email sent to the address in these Articles specified for that purpose, the PDF version shall be deemed to be the written resolution of that Director unless Article 29.7 applies.

 

Manner of signing

 

29.6For the purposes of these Articles about the authentication of Electronic Records, a document will be taken to be signed if it is signed manually or in any other manner permitted by these Articles.

 

Saving provision

 

29.7A notice, written resolution or other document under these Articles will not be deemed to be authentic if the recipient, acting reasonably:

 

(a)believes that the signature of the signatory has been altered after the signatory had signed the original document; or
   
(b)believes that the original document, or the Electronic Record of it, was altered, without the approval of the signatory, after the signatory signed the original document; or
   
(c)otherwise doubts the authenticity of the Electronic Record of the document

 

and the recipient promptly gives notice to the sender setting the grounds of its objection. If the recipient invokes this Article, the sender may seek to establish the authenticity of the Electronic Record in any way the sender thinks fit.

 

30Transfer by way of continuation

 

30.1The Company may, by Special Resolution, resolve to be registered by way of continuation in a jurisdiction outside:

 

(a)the Cayman Islands; or
   
(b)such other jurisdiction in which it is, for the time being, incorporated, registered or existing.

 

 

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30.2To give effect to any resolution made pursuant to the preceding Article, the Directors may cause the following:

 

(a)an application be made to the Registrar of Companies of the Cayman Islands to deregister the Company in the Cayman Islands or in the other jurisdiction in which it is for the time being incorporated, registered or existing; and
   
(b)all such further steps as they consider appropriate to be taken to effect the transfer by way of continuation of the Company.

 

31Winding up

 

Distribution of assets in specie

 

31.1If the Company is wound up the Members may, subject to these Articles and any other sanction required by the Law, pass a Special Resolution allowing the liquidator to do either or both of the following:

 

(a)to divide in specie among the holders of the Class A Ordinary Shares the whole or any part of the assets of the Company and, for that purpose, to value any assets and to determine how the division shall be carried out as among the holders of the Class A Ordinary Shares; and/or
   
(b)to vest the whole or any part of the assets in trustees for the benefit of the holders of the Class A Ordinary Shares and those liable to contribute to the winding up.

 

31.2 No distribution (whether in cash or otherwise) of the Company’s assets on a winding up may be made to a holder of a Class B Ordinary Share.

 

No obligation to accept liability

 

31.3No Member shall be compelled to accept any assets if an obligation attaches to them.
  
31.4The Directors are authorised to present a winding up petition
  
31.5The Directors have the authority to present a petition for the winding up of the Company to the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands on behalf of the Company without the sanction of a resolution passed at a general meeting.

 

32 Amendment of Memorandum and Articles

 

Power to change name or amend Memorandum

 

32.1Subject to the Law, the Company may, by Special Resolution:

 

(a)change its name; or
   
(b)change the provisions of its Memorandum with respect to its objects, powers or any other matter specified in the Memorandum.

 

Power to amend these Articles

 

32.2Subject to the Law and as provided in these Articles, the Company may, by Special Resolution, amend these Articles in whole or in part.

 

 

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Exhibit 10.1

 

 

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

 

This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on 14 March 2024 by and between Beh Hook Seng (the “Executive”) and Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands company (the “Company”).

 

WHEREAS, the Executive has been the Executive Chairman of the Company since 14 March 2024 (the “Effective Date”).

 

WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive desire to enter into this Agreement to memorialize the terms and conditions of the Executive’s employment with the Company starting on the date hereof.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the mutual covenants and representations contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

 

Article I.  Employment; Responsibilities; Compensation

 

Section 1.01 Employment. Subject to ARTICLE 3, the Company hereby agrees to employ Executive, and Executive hereby agrees to be employed by the Company, in accordance with this Agreement, for the period commencing as of the Effective Date and ending on 14 March 2026 (“Initial Term”). the Initial Term shall automatically be extended one additional year unless either party gives written notice to the other party 30 days prior to expiration of the Initial Term that it or she, as applicable, does not wish to extend this Agreement. Executive’s continued employment after the expiration of the Initial Term shall be in accordance with and governed by this Agreement, unless modified by the parties to this Agreement in writing. For purposes of this Agreement the Initial Term and any extended term shall be referred to as the “TERM”.

 

Section 1.02 Responsibilities; Loyalty

 

(a) Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Executive is employed in the position of the Executive Chairman of the Company, and shall perform the functions and responsibilities of that position. Additional or different duties may be assigned by the Company from time to time. Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties and responsibilities maybe modified from time to time in the sole discretion of the Company.

 

(b) Executive shall devote the whole of Executive’s professional time, attention and energies to the performance of Executive’s work. Executive agrees to comply with all policies of the Company, if any, in effect from time to time, and to comply with all laws, rules and regulations, including those applicable to the Company.

 

Section 1.03 Compensation. Please refer to the compensation based on the contract between Beh Hook Seng and Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1.04 Business Expenses. The Company shall reimburse Executive for all business expenses that are reasonable and necessary and incurred by Executive while performing his duties under this Agreement, upon presentation of expense statements, receipts and/or vouchers or such other information and documentation as the Company may reasonably require.

 

Section 1.05 Clawback. Any compensation paid to the Executive shall be subject to recovery by the Company, and the Executive shall be required to repay such compensation, if (a) such recovery and repayment is required by applicable law or (b) either in the year such compensation is paid, or within the three (3) year period thereafter the Company is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance of the Company with any financial reporting requirement under applicable securities laws and the Executive is either (i) a named executive officer or (ii) an employee who is responsible for preparation of the Company’s financial statements. The parties agree that the repayment obligations set forth in this Section 1.05 shall only apply to the extent repayment is required by applicable law, or to the extent the Executive’s compensation is determined to be in excess of the amount that would have been deliverable to the Executive taking into account any restatement or correction of any inaccurate financial statements or materially inaccurate performance metric criteria.

 

Article II.  Confidential Information; Post-Employment Obligations; Company Property

 

Section 2.01 Company Property. As used in this Article II, the term the “Company” refers to the Company and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries. All written materials, records, data and other documents relating to Company business, products or services prepared or possessed by Executive during Executive’s employment by the Company are the Company’s property. All information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions that are conceived, made, developed or acquired by Executive individually or in conjunction with others during Executive’s employment (whether during business hours and whether on Company’s premises or otherwise) that relate to Company business, products or services are the Company’s sole and exclusive property. All memoranda, notes, records, files, correspondence, drawings, manuals, models, specifications, computer programs, maps and all other documents, data or materials of any type embodying such information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions are Company property. At the termination of Executive’s employment with the Company for any reason, Executive shall return all of the Company’s documents, data or other Company property to the Company.

 

Section 2.02 Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges that the business of the Company is highly competitive and that the Company will provide Executive with access to Confidential Information. Executive acknowledges that this Confidential Information constitutes a valuable, special and unique asset used by the Company in its business to obtain a competitive advantage over competitors. Executive further acknowledges that protection of such Confidential Information against unauthorized disclosure and use is of critical importance to the Company in maintaining its competitive position. Executive agrees that Executive will not, at any time during or after Executive’s employment with the Company, make any unauthorized disclosure of any Confidential Information of the Company, or make any use thereof, except in the carrying out of Executive’s employment responsibilities to the Company. Executive also agrees to preserve and protect the confidentiality of third-party Confidential Information to the same extent, and on the same basis, as the Company’s Confidential Information.

 

(b) For purposes hereof, “Confidential Information” includes all non-public information regarding the Company’s business operations and methods, existing and proposed investments and investment strategies, financial performance, compensation arrangements and amounts (whether relating to the Company or to any of its employees), contractual relationships, business partners and relationships (including customers and suppliers), strategies, business plans and other confidential information that is used in the operation, technology and business dealings of the Company, regardless of the medium in which any of the foregoing information is contained, so long as such information is actually confidential and proprietary to the Company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2.03 Non-Competition Obligations.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges and agrees that as an employee and representative of the Company, Executive will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships and goodwill with current and future operating partners, investors, partners and prospects on a personal level. Executive acknowledges and agrees that this responsibility creates a special relationship of trust and confidence between the Company, Executive and these persons or entities. Executive also acknowledges that this creates a high risk and opportunity for Executive to misappropriate these relationships and the goodwill existing between the Company and such persons. Executive acknowledges and agrees that it is fair and reasonable for the Company to take steps to protect itself from the risk of such misappropriation.

 

Executive acknowledges and agrees that, in exchange for his agreement in SECTION 2.03(c) below, he willreceive substantial, valuable consideration from the Company upon the execution of this Agreement and during the course of this Agreement, including, (i) Confidential Information and access to Confidential Information, (ii) compensation and other benefits and (c) access to the Company’s prospects.

 

(b) During the Non-Compete Term and provided that the Company has made all severance payments provided for herein (to the extent applicable), Executive will not, directly or indirectly, provide the same or substantially the same services that he provides to the Company to any Business Enterprise in the Market Area (as defined below) without prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. This includes working as an agent, consultant, employee, officer, director, partner or independent contractor or being a shareholder, member, joint venturer or equity owner in, any such Business Enterprise; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that the foregoing shall not restrict Executive from holding up to 5% of the voting power or equity of one or more Business Enterprises.

 

(c) For purposes of hereof:

 

(i) “BUSINESS ENTERPRISE” means any corporation, partnership, limited liability company, sole proprietorship, joint venture or other business association or entity (other than the Company) engaged in the business of assembling and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes in the Market Area;

 

(ii) “MARKET AREA” means: (1) New York County, New York, and (2) any geographic area in which the Company is conducting any material amount publishing or development of technology during the Term, and for which he has material responsibilities or about which he has material Confidential Information; and

 

(iii) “NON-COMPETE TERM” means in the case of termination for any reason, the period from the Effective Date to the date ending 2 years following the date of termination.

 

Section 2.04 Non-Solicitation of Executives. During the Non-Compete Term, Executive will not, either directly or indirectly, call on, solicit or induce any other executive or officer of the Company or its affiliates with whom Executive had contact, knowledge of, or association with in the course of employment with the Company to terminate his employment, and will not assist any other person or entity in such a solicitation; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that with respect to soliciting any executive or officer whose employment was terminated by the Company or its affiliates, or general solicitations for employment not targeted at current officers or employees of the Company or its affiliates, the foregoing restriction shall not apply.

 

Article III.  Termination of Employment

 

Section 3.01 Termination of Employment.

 

(a) Executive’s employment with the Company shall be terminated (i) immediately upon the death of Executive without further action by the Company, (ii) upon Executive’s Permanent Disability without further action by the Company, (iii) by the Company for Cause, (iv) by Executive without Good Reason, (v) by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason, including by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason within 12 months following a Change of Control, provided that, in the case of clause (v), the terminating party must give at least 30 days’ advance written notice of such termination. For purposes of this ARTICLE III, “date of termination” means the date of Executive’s death, the date of Executive’s Permanent Disability, or the date of Executive’s separation from service with the Company, as applicable.

 

(b) For purposes hereof:

 

(i) “CAUSE” shall include (A) continued failure by Executive to perform substantially Executive’s duties and responsibilities (other than a failure resulting from Permanent Disability) that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days after receipt of appropriate written notice from the Board; (B) engagement in willful, reckless or grossly negligent misconduct that is materially injurious to Company or any of its affiliates, monetarily or otherwise; (C) except as provided by (D), the indictment of Executive with a crime involving moral turpitude or a felony; (D) the indictment of Executive for an act of criminal fraud, misappropriation or personal dishonesty; or (E) a material breach by Executive of any provision of this Agreement that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days following written notice of such breach by the Company to Executive identifying the provision of this Agreement that Company determined has been breached. For purposes of (C) and (D), if the criminal charge is subsequently dismissed with prejudice or the Executive is acquitted at trial or on appeal then the Executive will be deemed to have been terminated without Cause.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ii) “CHANGE OF CONTROL” means the occurrence of any one or more of the following events that occurs after the Effective Date:

 

1) Any “person” (as such term is used in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “EXCHANGE ACT”)) becomes a “beneficial owner” (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of securities of the Company representing more than 50% of the voting power of the then outstanding securities of the Company; provided that a Change of Control shall not be deemed to occur as a result of a transaction in which the Company becomes a subsidiary of another corporation and in which the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the transaction, will beneficially own, immediately after the transaction, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the parent corporation would be entitled in the election of directors; or

 

2) The consummation of (A) a merger or consolidation of the Company with another corporation where the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the merger or consolidation, will not beneficially own, immediately after the merger or consolidation, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the surviving corporation would be entitled in the election of directors, (B) a sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company, or (C) a liquidation or dissolution of the Company.

 

(iii) “GOOD REASON” shall mean one or more of the following conditions arising not more than six months before Executive’s termination date without Executive’s consent: (A) a material breach by the Company of any provision of this Agreement; (B) assignment by the Board or a duly authorized committee thereof to Executive of any duties that materially and adversely alter the nature or status of Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties, title or responsibilities from those of a President and Chief Executive Officer, or eligibility for Company compensation plans; (C) requirement by the Company for Executive to relocate to a primary place of business which is more than [50] miles away from the Executive’s primary place of business as of the Effective Date of this Agreement; or (D) a material reduction in Executive’s Base Salary in effect at the relevant time. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Good Reason will exist only if Executive provides notice to the Company of the existence of the condition otherwise constituting Good Reason within 90 days of the initial existence of the condition, and the Company fails to remedy the condition on or before the 30th day following its receipt of such notice.

 

(iv) “PERMANENT DISABILITY” shall mean Executive’s inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment that can be expected to result in death or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. Executive will be deemed permanently disabled if determined to be totally disabled by the Social Security Administration or if determined to be disabled in accordance with a disability insurance program that applies a definition of disability that complies with the requirements of this paragraph.

 

(c) If Executive’s employment is terminated under any of the foregoing circumstances, all future compensation to which Executive is otherwise entitled and all future benefits for which Executive is eligible, other than those already earned but which is unpaid, shall cease and terminate as of the date of termination, except as specifically provided in this ARTICLE III.

 

Article IV.  Miscellaneous

 

Section 4.01 Notices. All notices and other communications required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, mailed by certified mail (return receipt requested) or sent by overnight delivery service, or electronic mail, or facsimile transmission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 4.02 Severability and Reformation. If any one or more of the terms, provisions, covenants or restrictions of this Agreement shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the terms, provisions, covenants and restrictions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid, void or unenforceable provisions shall be deemed severable. Moreover, if any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be excessively broad as to duration, geographical scope, activity or subject, it shall be reformed by limiting and reducing it to the minimum extent necessary, so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable law as it shall then appear.

 

Section 4.03 Assignment. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the heirs and legal representatives of Executive and the permitted assigns and successors of the Company, but neither this Agreement nor any rights or obligations hereunder shall be assignable or otherwise subject to hypothecation by Executive (except by will or by operation of the laws of intestate succession) or by the Company, except that the Company may assign this Agreement to any successor (whether by merger, purchase or otherwise), if such successor expressly agrees to assume the obligations of the Company hereunder.

 

Section 4.04 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended only by writing signed by Executive and by the Company.

 

Section 4.05 GOVERNING LAW. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED, INTERPRETED AND GOVERNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, WITHOUT REFERENCE TO RULES RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF LAW.

 

Section 4.06 Jurisdiction. Each of the parties hereto hereby irrevocably consents and submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Singapore in connection with any proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby and waives any objection to venue in Singapore. In addition, each of the parties hereto hereby waives trial by jury in connection with any claim or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby.

 

Section 4.07 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes in all respects any prior or other agreement \with respect to such subject matter, including the Employment Agreement.

 

Section 4.08 Counterparts; No Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original. For purposes of determining whether a party has signed this Agreement or any document contemplated hereby or any amendment or waiver hereof, only a handwritten signature on a paper document or a facsimile transmission of a handwritten original signature will constitute a signature, notwithstanding any law relating to or enabling the creation, execution or delivery of any contract or signature by electronic means.

 

Section 4.09 Construction. The headings and captions of this Agreement are provided for convenience only and are intended to have no effect in construing or interpreting this Agreement. The language in all parts of this Agreement shall be in all cases construed in accordance to its fair meaning and not strictly for or against the Company or Executive. The words “include,” “includes,” and “including” will be deemed to be followed by “without limitation.”

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first written above:

 

  Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited
   
  /s/ Beh Hook Seng
  Beh Hook Seng
  Executive Chairman

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Beh Hook Seng  
Beh Hook Seng  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.2

 

 

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

 

This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on 14 March 2024 by and between Gan Hong Loon (the “Executive”) and Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands company (the “Company”).

 

WHEREAS, the Executive has been the Chief Financial Officer of the Company since 14 March 2024 (the “Effective Date”).

 

WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive desire to enter into this Agreement to memorialize the terms and conditions of the Executive’s employment with the Company starting on the date hereof.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the mutual covenants and representations contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

 

Article I.  Employment; Responsibilities; Compensation

 

Section 1.01 Employment. Subject to ARTICLE 3, the Company hereby agrees to employ Executive, and Executive hereby agrees to be employed by the Company, in accordance with this Agreement, for the period commencing as of the Effective Date and ending on 14 March 2026 (“Initial Term”). the Initial Term shall automatically be extended one additional year unless either party gives written notice to the other party 30 days prior to expiration of the Initial Term that it or she, as applicable, does not wish to extend this Agreement. Executive’s continued employment after the expiration of the Initial Term shall be in accordance with and governed by this Agreement, unless modified by the parties to this Agreement in writing. For purposes of this Agreement the Initial Term and any extended term shall be referred to as the “TERM”.

 

Section 1.02 Responsibilities; Loyalty

 

(a) Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Executive is employed in the position of Chief Financial Officer of the Company, and shall perform the functions and responsibilities of that position. Additional or different duties may be assigned by the Company from time to time. Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties and responsibilities maybe modified from time to time in the sole discretion of the Company.

 

(b) Executive shall devote the whole of Executive’s professional time, attention and energies to the performance of Executive’s work. Executive agrees to comply with all policies of the Company, if any, in effect from time to time, and to comply with all laws, rules and regulations, including those applicable to the Company.

 

Section 1.03 Compensation. Please refer to the compensation based on the contract between Gan Hong Loon and Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1.04 Business Expenses. The Company shall reimburse Executive for all business expenses that are reasonable and necessary and incurred by Executive while performing his duties under this Agreement, upon presentation of expense statements, receipts and/or vouchers or such other information and documentation as the Company may reasonably require.

 

Section 1.05 Clawback. Any compensation paid to the Executive shall be subject to recovery by the Company, and the Executive shall be required to repay such compensation, if (a) such recovery and repayment is required by applicable law or (b) either in the year such compensation is paid, or within the three (3) year period thereafter the Company is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance of the Company with any financial reporting requirement under applicable securities laws and the Executive is either (i) a named executive officer or (ii) an employee who is responsible for preparation of the Company’s financial statements. The parties agree that the repayment obligations set forth in this Section 1.05 shall only apply to the extent repayment is required by applicable law, or to the extent the Executive’s compensation is determined to be in excess of the amount that would have been deliverable to the Executive taking into account any restatement or correction of any inaccurate financial statements or materially inaccurate performance metric criteria.

 

Article II.  Confidential Information; Post-Employment Obligations; Company Property

 

Section 2.01 Company Property. As used in this Article II, the term the “Company” refers to the Company and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries. All written materials, records, data and other documents relating to Company business, products or services prepared or possessed by Executive during Executive’s employment by the Company are the Company’s property. All information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions that are conceived, made, developed or acquired by Executive individually or in conjunction with others during Executive’s employment (whether during business hours and whether on Company’s premises or otherwise) that relate to Company business, products or services are the Company’s sole and exclusive property. All memoranda, notes, records, files, correspondence, drawings, manuals, models, specifications, computer programs, maps and all other documents, data or materials of any type embodying such information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions are Company property. At the termination of Executive’s employment with the Company for any reason, Executive shall return all of the Company’s documents, data or other Company property to the Company.

 

Section 2.02 Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges that the business of the Company is highly competitive and that the Company will provide Executive with access to Confidential Information. Executive acknowledges that this Confidential Information constitutes a valuable, special and unique asset used by the Company in its business to obtain a competitive advantage over competitors. Executive further acknowledges that protection of such Confidential Information against unauthorized disclosure and use is of critical importance to the Company in maintaining its competitive position. Executive agrees that Executive will not, at any time during or after Executive’s employment with the Company, make any unauthorized disclosure of any Confidential Information of the Company, or make any use thereof, except in the carrying out of Executive’s employment responsibilities to the Company. Executive also agrees to preserve and protect the confidentiality of third-party Confidential Information to the same extent, and on the same basis, as the Company’s Confidential Information.

 

(b) For purposes hereof, “Confidential Information” includes all non-public information regarding the Company’s business operations and methods, existing and proposed investments and investment strategies, financial performance, compensation arrangements and amounts (whether relating to the Company or to any of its employees), contractual relationships, business partners and relationships (including customers and suppliers), strategies, business plans and other confidential information that is used in the operation, technology and business dealings of the Company, regardless of the medium in which any of the foregoing information is contained, so long as such information is actually confidential and proprietary to the Company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2.03 Non-Competition Obligations.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges and agrees that as an employee and representative of the Company, Executive will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships and goodwill with current and future operating partners, investors, partners and prospects on a personal level. Executive acknowledges and agrees that this responsibility creates a special relationship of trust and confidence between the Company, Executive and these persons or entities. Executive also acknowledges that this creates a high risk and opportunity for Executive to misappropriate these relationships and the goodwill existing between the Company and such persons. Executive acknowledges and agrees that it is fair and reasonable for the Company to take steps to protect itself from the risk of such misappropriation.

 

Executive acknowledges and agrees that, in exchange for his agreement in SECTION 2.03(c) below, he willreceive substantial, valuable consideration from the Company upon the execution of this Agreement and during the course of this Agreement, including, (i) Confidential Information and access to Confidential Information, (ii) compensation and other benefits and (c) access to the Company’s prospects.

 

(b) During the Non-Compete Term and provided that the Company has made all severance payments provided for herein (to the extent applicable), Executive will not, directly or indirectly, provide the same or substantially the same services that he provides to the Company to any Business Enterprise in the Market Area (as defined below) without prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. This includes working as an agent, consultant, employee, officer, director, partner or independent contractor or being a shareholder, member, joint venturer or equity owner in, any such Business Enterprise; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that the foregoing shall not restrict Executive from holding up to 5% of the voting power or equity of one or more Business Enterprises.

 

(c) For purposes of hereof:

 

(i) “BUSINESS ENTERPRISE” means any corporation, partnership, limited liability company, sole proprietorship, joint venture or other business association or entity (other than the Company) engaged in the business of assembling and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes in the Market Area;

 

(ii) “MARKET AREA” means: (1) New York County, New York, and (2) any geographic area in which the Company is conducting any material amount publishing or development of technology during the Term, and for which he has material responsibilities or about which he has material Confidential Information; and

 

(iii) “NON-COMPETE TERM” means in the case of termination for any reason, the period from the Effective Date to the date ending 2 years following the date of termination.

 

Section 2.04 Non-Solicitation of Executives. During the Non-Compete Term, Executive will not, either directly or indirectly, call on, solicit or induce any other executive or officer of the Company or its affiliates with whom Executive had contact, knowledge of, or association with in the course of employment with the Company to terminate his employment, and will not assist any other person or entity in such a solicitation; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that with respect to soliciting any executive or officer whose employment was terminated by the Company or its affiliates, or general solicitations for employment not targeted at current officers or employees of the Company or its affiliates, the foregoing restriction shall not apply.

 

Article III.  Termination of Employment

 

Section 3.01 Termination of Employment.

 

(a) Executive’s employment with the Company shall be terminated (i) immediately upon the death of Executive without further action by the Company, (ii) upon Executive’s Permanent Disability without further action by the Company, (iii) by the Company for Cause, (iv) by Executive without Good Reason, (v) by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason, including by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason within 12 months following a Change of Control, provided that, in the case of clause (v), the terminating party must give at least 30 days’ advance written notice of such termination. For purposes of this ARTICLE III, “date of termination” means the date of Executive’s death, the date of Executive’s Permanent Disability, or the date of Executive’s separation from service with the Company, as applicable.

 

(b) For purposes hereof:

 

(i) “CAUSE” shall include (A) continued failure by Executive to perform substantially Executive’s duties and responsibilities (other than a failure resulting from Permanent Disability) that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days after receipt of appropriate written notice from the Board; (B) engagement in willful, reckless or grossly negligent misconduct that is materially injurious to Company or any of its affiliates, monetarily or otherwise; (C) except as provided by (D), the indictment of Executive with a crime involving moral turpitude or a felony; (D) the indictment of Executive for an act of criminal fraud, misappropriation or personal dishonesty; or (E) a material breach by Executive of any provision of this Agreement that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days following written notice of such breach by the Company to Executive identifying the provision of this Agreement that Company determined has been breached. For purposes of (C) and (D), if the criminal charge is subsequently dismissed with prejudice or the Executive is acquitted at trial or on appeal then the Executive will be deemed to have been terminated without Cause.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ii) “CHANGE OF CONTROL” means the occurrence of any one or more of the following events that occurs after the Effective Date:

 

1) Any “person” (as such term is used in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “EXCHANGE ACT”)) becomes a “beneficial owner” (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of securities of the Company representing more than 50% of the voting power of the then outstanding securities of the Company; provided that a Change of Control shall not be deemed to occur as a result of a transaction in which the Company becomes a subsidiary of another corporation and in which the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the transaction, will beneficially own, immediately after the transaction, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the parent corporation would be entitled in the election of directors; or

 

2) The consummation of (A) a merger or consolidation of the Company with another corporation where the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the merger or consolidation, will not beneficially own, immediately after the merger or consolidation, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the surviving corporation would be entitled in the election of directors, (B) a sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company, or (C) a liquidation or dissolution of the Company.

 

(iii) “GOOD REASON” shall mean one or more of the following conditions arising not more than six months before Executive’s termination date without Executive’s consent: (A) a material breach by the Company of any provision of this Agreement; (B) assignment by the Board or a duly authorized committee thereof to Executive of any duties that materially and adversely alter the nature or status of Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties, title or responsibilities from those of a President and Chief Executive Officer, or eligibility for Company compensation plans; (C) requirement by the Company for Executive to relocate to a primary place of business which is more than [50] miles away from the Executive’s primary place of business as of the Effective Date of this Agreement; or (D) a material reduction in Executive’s Base Salary in effect at the relevant time. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Good Reason will exist only if Executive provides notice to the Company of the existence of the condition otherwise constituting Good Reason within 90 days of the initial existence of the condition, and the Company fails to remedy the condition on or before the 30th day following its receipt of such notice.

 

(iv) “PERMANENT DISABILITY” shall mean Executive’s inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment that can be expected to result in death or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. Executive will be deemed permanently disabled if determined to be totally disabled by the Social Security Administration or if determined to be disabled in accordance with a disability insurance program that applies a definition of disability that complies with the requirements of this paragraph.

 

(c) If Executive’s employment is terminated under any of the foregoing circumstances, all future compensation to which Executive is otherwise entitled and all future benefits for which Executive is eligible, other than those already earned but which is unpaid, shall cease and terminate as of the date of termination, except as specifically provided in this ARTICLE III.

 

Article IV.  Miscellaneous

 

Section 4.01 Notices. All notices and other communications required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, mailed by certified mail (return receipt requested) or sent by overnight delivery service, or electronic mail, or facsimile transmission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 4.02 Severability and Reformation. If any one or more of the terms, provisions, covenants or restrictions of this Agreement shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the terms, provisions, covenants and restrictions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid, void or unenforceable provisions shall be deemed severable. Moreover, if any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be excessively broad as to duration, geographical scope, activity or subject, it shall be reformed by limiting and reducing it to the minimum extent necessary, so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable law as it shall then appear.

 

Section 4.03 Assignment. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the heirs and legal representatives of Executive and the permitted assigns and successors of the Company, but neither this Agreement nor any rights or obligations hereunder shall be assignable or otherwise subject to hypothecation by Executive (except by will or by operation of the laws of intestate succession) or by the Company, except that the Company may assign this Agreement to any successor (whether by merger, purchase or otherwise), if such successor expressly agrees to assume the obligations of the Company hereunder.

 

Section 4.04 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended only by writing signed by Executive and by the Company.

 

Section 4.05 GOVERNING LAW. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED, INTERPRETED AND GOVERNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, WITHOUT REFERENCE TO RULES RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF LAW.

 

Section 4.06 Jurisdiction. Each of the parties hereto hereby irrevocably consents and submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Singapore in connection with any proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby and waives any objection to venue in Singapore. In addition, each of the parties hereto hereby waives trial by jury in connection with any claim or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby.

 

Section 4.07 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes in all respects any prior or other agreement \with respect to such subject matter, including the Employment Agreement.

 

Section 4.08 Counterparts; No Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original. For purposes of determining whether a party has signed this Agreement or any document contemplated hereby or any amendment or waiver hereof, only a handwritten signature on a paper document or a facsimile transmission of a handwritten original signature will constitute a signature, notwithstanding any law relating to or enabling the creation, execution or delivery of any contract or signature by electronic means.

 

Section 4.09 Construction. The headings and captions of this Agreement are provided for convenience only and are intended to have no effect in construing or interpreting this Agreement. The language in all parts of this Agreement shall be in all cases construed in accordance to its fair meaning and not strictly for or against the Company or Executive. The words “include,” “includes,” and “including” will be deemed to be followed by “without limitation.”

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first written above:

 

  Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited
   
  /s/ Beh Hook Seng
  Beh Hook Seng
  Executive Chairman

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Gan Hong Loon  
Gan Hong Loon  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.3

 

 

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

 

This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on 14 March 2024 by and between Andrew Yeo Eng Sian (the “Executive”) and Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands company (the “Company”).

 

WHEREAS, the Executive has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Company since 14 March 2024 (the “Effective Date”).

 

WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive desire to enter into this Agreement to memorialize the terms and conditions of the Executive’s employment with the Company starting on the date hereof.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the mutual covenants and representations contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

 

Article I.  Employment; Responsibilities; Compensation

 

Section 1.01 Employment. Subject to ARTICLE 3, the Company hereby agrees to employ Executive, and Executive hereby agrees to be employed by the Company, in accordance with this Agreement, for the period commencing as of the Effective Date and ending on 14 March 2026 (“Initial Term”). the Initial Term shall automatically be extended one additional year unless either party gives written notice to the other party 30 days prior to expiration of the Initial Term that it or she, as applicable, does not wish to extend this Agreement. Executive’s continued employment after the expiration of the Initial Term shall be in accordance with and governed by this Agreement, unless modified by the parties to this Agreement in writing. For purposes of this Agreement the Initial Term and any extended term shall be referred to as the “TERM”.

 

Section 1.02 Responsibilities; Loyalty

 

(a) Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Executive is employed in the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Company, and shall perform the functions and responsibilities of that position. Additional or different duties may be assigned by the Company from time to time. Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties and responsibilities maybe modified from time to time in the sole discretion of the Company.

 

(b) Executive shall devote the whole of Executive’s professional time, attention and energies to the performance of Executive’s work. Executive agrees to comply with all policies of the Company, if any, in effect from time to time, and to comply with all laws, rules and regulations, including those applicable to the Company.

 

Section 1.03 Compensation. Please refer to the compensation based on the contract between Andrew Yeo Eng Sian and Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1.04 Business Expenses. The Company shall reimburse Executive for all business expenses that are reasonable and necessary and incurred by Executive while performing his duties under this Agreement, upon presentation of expense statements, receipts and/or vouchers or such other information and documentation as the Company may reasonably require.

 

Section 1.05 Clawback. Any compensation paid to the Executive shall be subject to recovery by the Company, and the Executive shall be required to repay such compensation, if (a) such recovery and repayment is required by applicable law or (b) either in the year such compensation is paid, or within the three (3) year period thereafter the Company is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance of the Company with any financial reporting requirement under applicable securities laws and the Executive is either (i) a named executive officer or (ii) an employee who is responsible for preparation of the Company’s financial statements. The parties agree that the repayment obligations set forth in this Section 1.05 shall only apply to the extent repayment is required by applicable law, or to the extent the Executive’s compensation is determined to be in excess of the amount that would have been deliverable to the Executive taking into account any restatement or correction of any inaccurate financial statements or materially inaccurate performance metric criteria.

 

Article II.  Confidential Information; Post-Employment Obligations; Company Property

 

Section 2.01 Company Property. As used in this Article II, the term the “Company” refers to the Company and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries. All written materials, records, data and other documents relating to Company business, products or services prepared or possessed by Executive during Executive’s employment by the Company are the Company’s property. All information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions that are conceived, made, developed or acquired by Executive individually or in conjunction with others during Executive’s employment (whether during business hours and whether on Company’s premises or otherwise) that relate to Company business, products or services are the Company’s sole and exclusive property. All memoranda, notes, records, files, correspondence, drawings, manuals, models, specifications, computer programs, maps and all other documents, data or materials of any type embodying such information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions are Company property. At the termination of Executive’s employment with the Company for any reason, Executive shall return all of the Company’s documents, data or other Company property to the Company.

 

Section 2.02 Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges that the business of the Company is highly competitive and that the Company will provide Executive with access to Confidential Information. Executive acknowledges that this Confidential Information constitutes a valuable, special and unique asset used by the Company in its business to obtain a competitive advantage over competitors. Executive further acknowledges that protection of such Confidential Information against unauthorized disclosure and use is of critical importance to the Company in maintaining its competitive position. Executive agrees that Executive will not, at any time during or after Executive’s employment with the Company, make any unauthorized disclosure of any Confidential Information of the Company, or make any use thereof, except in the carrying out of Executive’s employment responsibilities to the Company. Executive also agrees to preserve and protect the confidentiality of third-party Confidential Information to the same extent, and on the same basis, as the Company’s Confidential Information.

 

(b) For purposes hereof, “Confidential Information” includes all non-public information regarding the Company’s business operations and methods, existing and proposed investments and investment strategies, financial performance, compensation arrangements and amounts (whether relating to the Company or to any of its employees), contractual relationships, business partners and relationships (including customers and suppliers), strategies, business plans and other confidential information that is used in the operation, technology and business dealings of the Company, regardless of the medium in which any of the foregoing information is contained, so long as such information is actually confidential and proprietary to the Company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2.03 Non-Competition Obligations.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges and agrees that as an employee and representative of the Company, Executive will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships and goodwill with current and future operating partners, investors, partners and prospects on a personal level. Executive acknowledges and agrees that this responsibility creates a special relationship of trust and confidence between the Company, Executive and these persons or entities. Executive also acknowledges that this creates a high risk and opportunity for Executive to misappropriate these relationships and the goodwill existing between the Company and such persons. Executive acknowledges and agrees that it is fair and reasonable for the Company to take steps to protect itself from the risk of such misappropriation.

 

Executive acknowledges and agrees that, in exchange for his agreement in SECTION 2.03(c) below, he willreceive substantial, valuable consideration from the Company upon the execution of this Agreement and during the course of this Agreement, including, (i) Confidential Information and access to Confidential Information, (ii) compensation and other benefits and (c) access to the Company’s prospects.

 

(b) During the Non-Compete Term and provided that the Company has made all severance payments provided for herein (to the extent applicable), Executive will not, directly or indirectly, provide the same or substantially the same services that he provides to the Company to any Business Enterprise in the Market Area (as defined below) without prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. This includes working as an agent, consultant, employee, officer, director, partner or independent contractor or being a shareholder, member, joint venturer or equity owner in, any such Business Enterprise; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that the foregoing shall not restrict Executive from holding up to 5% of the voting power or equity of one or more Business Enterprises.

 

(c) For purposes of hereof:

 

(i) “BUSINESS ENTERPRISE” means any corporation, partnership, limited liability company, sole proprietorship, joint venture or other business association or entity (other than the Company) engaged in the business of assembling and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes in the Market Area;

 

(ii) “MARKET AREA” means: (1) New York County, New York, and (2) any geographic area in which the Company is conducting any material amount publishing or development of technology during the Term, and for which he has material responsibilities or about which he has material Confidential Information; and

 

(iii) “NON-COMPETE TERM” means in the case of termination for any reason, the period from the Effective Date to the date ending 2 years following the date of termination.

 

Section 2.04 Non-Solicitation of Executives. During the Non-Compete Term, Executive will not, either directly or indirectly, call on, solicit or induce any other executive or officer of the Company or its affiliates with whom Executive had contact, knowledge of, or association with in the course of employment with the Company to terminate his employment, and will not assist any other person or entity in such a solicitation; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that with respect to soliciting any executive or officer whose employment was terminated by the Company or its affiliates, or general solicitations for employment not targeted at current officers or employees of the Company or its affiliates, the foregoing restriction shall not apply.

 

Article III.  Termination of Employment

 

Section 3.01 Termination of Employment.

 

(a) Executive’s employment with the Company shall be terminated (i) immediately upon the death of Executive without further action by the Company, (ii) upon Executive’s Permanent Disability without further action by the Company, (iii) by the Company for Cause, (iv) by Executive without Good Reason, (v) by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason, including by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason within 12 months following a Change of Control, provided that, in the case of clause (v), the terminating party must give at least 30 days’ advance written notice of such termination. For purposes of this ARTICLE III, “date of termination” means the date of Executive’s death, the date of Executive’s Permanent Disability, or the date of Executive’s separation from service with the Company, as applicable.

 

(b) For purposes hereof:

 

(i) “CAUSE” shall include (A) continued failure by Executive to perform substantially Executive’s duties and responsibilities (other than a failure resulting from Permanent Disability) that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days after receipt of appropriate written notice from the Board; (B) engagement in willful, reckless or grossly negligent misconduct that is materially injurious to Company or any of its affiliates, monetarily or otherwise; (C) except as provided by (D), the indictment of Executive with a crime involving moral turpitude or a felony; (D) the indictment of Executive for an act of criminal fraud, misappropriation or personal dishonesty; or (E) a material breach by Executive of any provision of this Agreement that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days following written notice of such breach by the Company to Executive identifying the provision of this Agreement that Company determined has been breached. For purposes of (C) and (D), if the criminal charge is subsequently dismissed with prejudice or the Executive is acquitted at trial or on appeal then the Executive will be deemed to have been terminated without Cause.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ii) “CHANGE OF CONTROL” means the occurrence of any one or more of the following events that occurs after the Effective Date:

 

1) Any “person” (as such term is used in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “EXCHANGE ACT”)) becomes a “beneficial owner” (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of securities of the Company representing more than 50% of the voting power of the then outstanding securities of the Company; provided that a Change of Control shall not be deemed to occur as a result of a transaction in which the Company becomes a subsidiary of another corporation and in which the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the transaction, will beneficially own, immediately after the transaction, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the parent corporation would be entitled in the election of directors; or

 

2) The consummation of (A) a merger or consolidation of the Company with another corporation where the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the merger or consolidation, will not beneficially own, immediately after the merger or consolidation, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the surviving corporation would be entitled in the election of directors, (B) a sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company, or (C) a liquidation or dissolution of the Company.

 

(iii) “GOOD REASON” shall mean one or more of the following conditions arising not more than six months before Executive’s termination date without Executive’s consent: (A) a material breach by the Company of any provision of this Agreement; (B) assignment by the Board or a duly authorized committee thereof to Executive of any duties that materially and adversely alter the nature or status of Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties, title or responsibilities from those of a President and Chief Executive Officer, or eligibility for Company compensation plans; (C) requirement by the Company for Executive to relocate to a primary place of business which is more than [50] miles away from the Executive’s primary place of business as of the Effective Date of this Agreement; or (D) a material reduction in Executive’s Base Salary in effect at the relevant time. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Good Reason will exist only if Executive provides notice to the Company of the existence of the condition otherwise constituting Good Reason within 90 days of the initial existence of the condition, and the Company fails to remedy the condition on or before the 30th day following its receipt of such notice.

 

(iv) “PERMANENT DISABILITY” shall mean Executive’s inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment that can be expected to result in death or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. Executive will be deemed permanently disabled if determined to be totally disabled by the Social Security Administration or if determined to be disabled in accordance with a disability insurance program that applies a definition of disability that complies with the requirements of this paragraph.

 

(c) If Executive’s employment is terminated under any of the foregoing circumstances, all future compensation to which Executive is otherwise entitled and all future benefits for which Executive is eligible, other than those already earned but which is unpaid, shall cease and terminate as of the date of termination, except as specifically provided in this ARTICLE III.

 

Article IV.  Miscellaneous

 

Section 4.01 Notices. All notices and other communications required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, mailed by certified mail (return receipt requested) or sent by overnight delivery service, or electronic mail, or facsimile transmission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 4.02 Severability and Reformation. If any one or more of the terms, provisions, covenants or restrictions of this Agreement shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the terms, provisions, covenants and restrictions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid, void or unenforceable provisions shall be deemed severable. Moreover, if any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be excessively broad as to duration, geographical scope, activity or subject, it shall be reformed by limiting and reducing it to the minimum extent necessary, so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable law as it shall then appear.

 

Section 4.03 Assignment. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the heirs and legal representatives of Executive and the permitted assigns and successors of the Company, but neither this Agreement nor any rights or obligations hereunder shall be assignable or otherwise subject to hypothecation by Executive (except by will or by operation of the laws of intestate succession) or by the Company, except that the Company may assign this Agreement to any successor (whether by merger, purchase or otherwise), if such successor expressly agrees to assume the obligations of the Company hereunder.

 

Section 4.04 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended only by writing signed by Executive and by the Company.

 

Section 4.05 GOVERNING LAW. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED, INTERPRETED AND GOVERNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, WITHOUT REFERENCE TO RULES RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF LAW.

 

Section 4.06 Jurisdiction. Each of the parties hereto hereby irrevocably consents and submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Singapore in connection with any proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby and waives any objection to venue in Singapore. In addition, each of the parties hereto hereby waives trial by jury in connection with any claim or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby.

 

Section 4.07 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes in all respects any prior or other agreement \with respect to such subject matter, including the Employment Agreement.

 

Section 4.08 Counterparts; No Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original. For purposes of determining whether a party has signed this Agreement or any document contemplated hereby or any amendment or waiver hereof, only a handwritten signature on a paper document or a facsimile transmission of a handwritten original signature will constitute a signature, notwithstanding any law relating to or enabling the creation, execution or delivery of any contract or signature by electronic means.

 

Section 4.09 Construction. The headings and captions of this Agreement are provided for convenience only and are intended to have no effect in construing or interpreting this Agreement. The language in all parts of this Agreement shall be in all cases construed in accordance to its fair meaning and not strictly for or against the Company or Executive. The words “include,” “includes,” and “including” will be deemed to be followed by “without limitation.”

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first written above:

 

  Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited
   
  /s/ Beh Hook Seng
  Beh Hook Seng
  Executive Chairman

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Andrew Yeo Eng Sian  
Andrew Yeo Eng Sian  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.4

 

 

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

 

This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on 14 March 2024 by and between Tay Beng Boon (the “Executive”) and Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands company (the “Company”).

 

WHEREAS, the Executive has been the Chief Operations Officer of the Company since 14 March 2024 (the “Effective Date”).

 

WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive desire to enter into this Agreement to memorialize the terms and conditions of the Executive’s employment with the Company starting on the date hereof.

 

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the mutual covenants and representations contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:

 

Article I.  Employment; Responsibilities; Compensation

 

Section 1.01 Employment. Subject to ARTICLE 3, the Company hereby agrees to employ Executive, and Executive hereby agrees to be employed by the Company, in accordance with this Agreement, for the period commencing as of the Effective Date and ending on 14 March 2026 (“Initial Term”). the Initial Term shall automatically be extended one additional year unless either party gives written notice to the other party 30 days prior to expiration of the Initial Term that it or she, as applicable, does not wish to extend this Agreement. Executive’s continued employment after the expiration of the Initial Term shall be in accordance with and governed by this Agreement, unless modified by the parties to this Agreement in writing. For purposes of this Agreement the Initial Term and any extended term shall be referred to as the “TERM”.

 

Section 1.02 Responsibilities; Loyalty

 

(a) Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Executive is employed in the position of Chief Operations Officer of the Company, and shall perform the functions and responsibilities of that position. Additional or different duties may be assigned by the Company from time to time. Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties and responsibilities maybe modified from time to time in the sole discretion of the Company.

 

(b) Executive shall devote the whole of Executive’s professional time, attention and energies to the performance of Executive’s work. Executive agrees to comply with all policies of the Company, if any, in effect from time to time, and to comply with all laws, rules and regulations, including those applicable to the Company.

 

Section 1.03 Compensation. Please refer to the compensation based on the contract between Tay Beng Boon and Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 1.04 Business Expenses. The Company shall reimburse Executive for all business expenses that are reasonable and necessary and incurred by Executive while performing his duties under this Agreement, upon presentation of expense statements, receipts and/or vouchers or such other information and documentation as the Company may reasonably require.

 

Section 1.05 Clawback. Any compensation paid to the Executive shall be subject to recovery by the Company, and the Executive shall be required to repay such compensation, if (a) such recovery and repayment is required by applicable law or (b) either in the year such compensation is paid, or within the three (3) year period thereafter the Company is required to prepare an accounting restatement due to material noncompliance of the Company with any financial reporting requirement under applicable securities laws and the Executive is either (i) a named executive officer or (ii) an employee who is responsible for preparation of the Company’s financial statements. The parties agree that the repayment obligations set forth in this Section 1.05 shall only apply to the extent repayment is required by applicable law, or to the extent the Executive’s compensation is determined to be in excess of the amount that would have been deliverable to the Executive taking into account any restatement or correction of any inaccurate financial statements or materially inaccurate performance metric criteria.

 

Article II.  Confidential Information; Post-Employment Obligations; Company Property

 

Section 2.01 Company Property. As used in this Article II, the term the “Company” refers to the Company and each of its direct and indirect subsidiaries. All written materials, records, data and other documents relating to Company business, products or services prepared or possessed by Executive during Executive’s employment by the Company are the Company’s property. All information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions that are conceived, made, developed or acquired by Executive individually or in conjunction with others during Executive’s employment (whether during business hours and whether on Company’s premises or otherwise) that relate to Company business, products or services are the Company’s sole and exclusive property. All memoranda, notes, records, files, correspondence, drawings, manuals, models, specifications, computer programs, maps and all other documents, data or materials of any type embodying such information, ideas, concepts, improvements, discoveries and inventions are Company property. At the termination of Executive’s employment with the Company for any reason, Executive shall return all of the Company’s documents, data or other Company property to the Company.

 

Section 2.02 Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges that the business of the Company is highly competitive and that the Company will provide Executive with access to Confidential Information. Executive acknowledges that this Confidential Information constitutes a valuable, special and unique asset used by the Company in its business to obtain a competitive advantage over competitors. Executive further acknowledges that protection of such Confidential Information against unauthorized disclosure and use is of critical importance to the Company in maintaining its competitive position. Executive agrees that Executive will not, at any time during or after Executive’s employment with the Company, make any unauthorized disclosure of any Confidential Information of the Company, or make any use thereof, except in the carrying out of Executive’s employment responsibilities to the Company. Executive also agrees to preserve and protect the confidentiality of third-party Confidential Information to the same extent, and on the same basis, as the Company’s Confidential Information.

 

(b) For purposes hereof, “Confidential Information” includes all non-public information regarding the Company’s business operations and methods, existing and proposed investments and investment strategies, financial performance, compensation arrangements and amounts (whether relating to the Company or to any of its employees), contractual relationships, business partners and relationships (including customers and suppliers), strategies, business plans and other confidential information that is used in the operation, technology and business dealings of the Company, regardless of the medium in which any of the foregoing information is contained, so long as such information is actually confidential and proprietary to the Company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2.03 Non-Competition Obligations.

 

(a) Executive acknowledges and agrees that as an employee and representative of the Company, Executive will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships and goodwill with current and future operating partners, investors, partners and prospects on a personal level. Executive acknowledges and agrees that this responsibility creates a special relationship of trust and confidence between the Company, Executive and these persons or entities. Executive also acknowledges that this creates a high risk and opportunity for Executive to misappropriate these relationships and the goodwill existing between the Company and such persons. Executive acknowledges and agrees that it is fair and reasonable for the Company to take steps to protect itself from the risk of such misappropriation.

 

Executive acknowledges and agrees that, in exchange for his agreement in SECTION 2.03(c) below, he willreceive substantial, valuable consideration from the Company upon the execution of this Agreement and during the course of this Agreement, including, (i) Confidential Information and access to Confidential Information, (ii) compensation and other benefits and (c) access to the Company’s prospects.

 

(b) During the Non-Compete Term and provided that the Company has made all severance payments provided for herein (to the extent applicable), Executive will not, directly or indirectly, provide the same or substantially the same services that he provides to the Company to any Business Enterprise in the Market Area (as defined below) without prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. This includes working as an agent, consultant, employee, officer, director, partner or independent contractor or being a shareholder, member, joint venturer or equity owner in, any such Business Enterprise; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that the foregoing shall not restrict Executive from holding up to 5% of the voting power or equity of one or more Business Enterprises.

 

(c) For purposes of hereof:

 

(i) “BUSINESS ENTERPRISE” means any corporation, partnership, limited liability company, sole proprietorship, joint venture or other business association or entity (other than the Company) engaged in the business of assembling and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products tailored for precision measurement and magnification purposes in the Market Area;

 

(ii) “MARKET AREA” means: (1) New York County, New York, and (2) any geographic area in which the Company is conducting any material amount publishing or development of technology during the Term, and for which he has material responsibilities or about which he has material Confidential Information; and

 

(iii) “NON-COMPETE TERM” means in the case of termination for any reason, the period from the Effective Date to the date ending 2 years following the date of termination.

 

Section 2.04 Non-Solicitation of Executives. During the Non-Compete Term, Executive will not, either directly or indirectly, call on, solicit or induce any other executive or officer of the Company or its affiliates with whom Executive had contact, knowledge of, or association with in the course of employment with the Company to terminate his employment, and will not assist any other person or entity in such a solicitation; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that with respect to soliciting any executive or officer whose employment was terminated by the Company or its affiliates, or general solicitations for employment not targeted at current officers or employees of the Company or its affiliates, the foregoing restriction shall not apply.

 

Article III.  Termination of Employment

 

Section 3.01 Termination of Employment.

 

(a) Executive’s employment with the Company shall be terminated (i) immediately upon the death of Executive without further action by the Company, (ii) upon Executive’s Permanent Disability without further action by the Company, (iii) by the Company for Cause, (iv) by Executive without Good Reason, (v) by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason, including by the Company without Cause or by Executive for Good Reason within 12 months following a Change of Control, provided that, in the case of clause (v), the terminating party must give at least 30 days’ advance written notice of such termination. For purposes of this ARTICLE III, “date of termination” means the date of Executive’s death, the date of Executive’s Permanent Disability, or the date of Executive’s separation from service with the Company, as applicable.

 

(b) For purposes hereof:

 

(i) “CAUSE” shall include (A) continued failure by Executive to perform substantially Executive’s duties and responsibilities (other than a failure resulting from Permanent Disability) that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days after receipt of appropriate written notice from the Board; (B) engagement in willful, reckless or grossly negligent misconduct that is materially injurious to Company or any of its affiliates, monetarily or otherwise; (C) except as provided by (D), the indictment of Executive with a crime involving moral turpitude or a felony; (D) the indictment of Executive for an act of criminal fraud, misappropriation or personal dishonesty; or (E) a material breach by Executive of any provision of this Agreement that is materially injurious to the Company and that remains uncorrected for 10 days following written notice of such breach by the Company to Executive identifying the provision of this Agreement that Company determined has been breached. For purposes of (C) and (D), if the criminal charge is subsequently dismissed with prejudice or the Executive is acquitted at trial or on appeal then the Executive will be deemed to have been terminated without Cause.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(ii) “CHANGE OF CONTROL” means the occurrence of any one or more of the following events that occurs after the Effective Date:

 

1) Any “person” (as such term is used in sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “EXCHANGE ACT”)) becomes a “beneficial owner” (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of securities of the Company representing more than 50% of the voting power of the then outstanding securities of the Company; provided that a Change of Control shall not be deemed to occur as a result of a transaction in which the Company becomes a subsidiary of another corporation and in which the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the transaction, will beneficially own, immediately after the transaction, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the parent corporation would be entitled in the election of directors; or

 

2) The consummation of (A) a merger or consolidation of the Company with another corporation where the stockholders of the Company, immediately prior to the merger or consolidation, will not beneficially own, immediately after the merger or consolidation, shares entitling such stockholders to more than 50% of all votes to which all stockholders of the surviving corporation would be entitled in the election of directors, (B) a sale or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company, or (C) a liquidation or dissolution of the Company.

 

(iii) “GOOD REASON” shall mean one or more of the following conditions arising not more than six months before Executive’s termination date without Executive’s consent: (A) a material breach by the Company of any provision of this Agreement; (B) assignment by the Board or a duly authorized committee thereof to Executive of any duties that materially and adversely alter the nature or status of Executive’s position, job descriptions, duties, title or responsibilities from those of a President and Chief Executive Officer, or eligibility for Company compensation plans; (C) requirement by the Company for Executive to relocate to a primary place of business which is more than [50] miles away from the Executive’s primary place of business as of the Effective Date of this Agreement; or (D) a material reduction in Executive’s Base Salary in effect at the relevant time. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Good Reason will exist only if Executive provides notice to the Company of the existence of the condition otherwise constituting Good Reason within 90 days of the initial existence of the condition, and the Company fails to remedy the condition on or before the 30th day following its receipt of such notice.

 

(iv) “PERMANENT DISABILITY” shall mean Executive’s inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment that can be expected to result in death or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. Executive will be deemed permanently disabled if determined to be totally disabled by the Social Security Administration or if determined to be disabled in accordance with a disability insurance program that applies a definition of disability that complies with the requirements of this paragraph.

 

(c) If Executive’s employment is terminated under any of the foregoing circumstances, all future compensation to which Executive is otherwise entitled and all future benefits for which Executive is eligible, other than those already earned but which is unpaid, shall cease and terminate as of the date of termination, except as specifically provided in this ARTICLE III.

 

Article IV.  Miscellaneous

 

Section 4.01 Notices. All notices and other communications required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, mailed by certified mail (return receipt requested) or sent by overnight delivery service, or electronic mail, or facsimile transmission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 4.02 Severability and Reformation. If any one or more of the terms, provisions, covenants or restrictions of this Agreement shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remainder of the terms, provisions, covenants and restrictions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid, void or unenforceable provisions shall be deemed severable. Moreover, if any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be excessively broad as to duration, geographical scope, activity or subject, it shall be reformed by limiting and reducing it to the minimum extent necessary, so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable law as it shall then appear.

 

Section 4.03 Assignment. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the heirs and legal representatives of Executive and the permitted assigns and successors of the Company, but neither this Agreement nor any rights or obligations hereunder shall be assignable or otherwise subject to hypothecation by Executive (except by will or by operation of the laws of intestate succession) or by the Company, except that the Company may assign this Agreement to any successor (whether by merger, purchase or otherwise), if such successor expressly agrees to assume the obligations of the Company hereunder.

 

Section 4.04 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended only by writing signed by Executive and by the Company.

 

Section 4.05 GOVERNING LAW. THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED, INTERPRETED AND GOVERNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, WITHOUT REFERENCE TO RULES RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF LAW.

 

Section 4.06 Jurisdiction. Each of the parties hereto hereby irrevocably consents and submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Singapore in connection with any proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby and waives any objection to venue in Singapore. In addition, each of the parties hereto hereby waives trial by jury in connection with any claim or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the transactions contemplated hereby.

 

Section 4.07 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes in all respects any prior or other agreement \with respect to such subject matter, including the Employment Agreement.

 

Section 4.08 Counterparts; No Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original. For purposes of determining whether a party has signed this Agreement or any document contemplated hereby or any amendment or waiver hereof, only a handwritten signature on a paper document or a facsimile transmission of a handwritten original signature will constitute a signature, notwithstanding any law relating to or enabling the creation, execution or delivery of any contract or signature by electronic means.

 

Section 4.09 Construction. The headings and captions of this Agreement are provided for convenience only and are intended to have no effect in construing or interpreting this Agreement. The language in all parts of this Agreement shall be in all cases construed in accordance to its fair meaning and not strictly for or against the Company or Executive. The words “include,” “includes,” and “including” will be deemed to be followed by “without limitation.”

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first written above:

 

  Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited
   
  /s/ Beh Hook Seng
  Beh Hook Seng
  Executive Chairman

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Tay Beng Boon  
Tay Beng Boon  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.5

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Independent Director Offer Letter – Lionel Choong

 

Dear Mr. Lionel Choong,

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as an Independent Director and the Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as an Independent Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as an Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditionsrelating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American Markets (the “Commencement Date”).

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon the IPO date and shall continue for a period of one year from the Commencement Date subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as an Independent Director and such other duties as are reasonably contemplated by you holding office as an independent director of the Company or which may reasonably be assigned to you by the Board from time to time, including being member of the committee(s) of the Board (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. As compensation for your services to the Company, you will receive a yearly compensation of USD$30,000, payable on the 16th day of each month on a pro-rata basis commencing one (1) month after the Commencement Date

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors’ insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

 

 

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include:(i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as an Independent Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board (including any failure to elect you for an ensuing term at any annual meeting of the Board).You may also terminate your services as an Independent Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

 

 

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arisingout of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American ArbitrationAssociation at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
  PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
   

Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Lionel Choong  
Name: Lionel Choong  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.6

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Independent Director Offer Letter – Wesley Yiu

 

Dear Mr. Wesley Yiu,

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as an Independent Director, and Chairman of the Nominating Committee of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as an Independent Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as an Independent Director and Chairman of the Nominating Committee, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American Markets (the “Commencement Date”). 

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon the IPO date and shall continue for a period of one year from the Commencement Date subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as an Independent Director and such other duties as are reasonably contemplated by you holding office as an independent director of the Company or which may reasonably be assigned to you by the Board from time to time, including being member of the committee(s) of the Board (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. As compensation for your services to the Company, you will receive a yearly compensation of USD$30,000, payable on the 16th day of each month on a pro-rata basis commencing one (1) month after the Commencement Date

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors’ insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

 

 

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include:(i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as an Independent Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board (including any failure to elect you for an ensuing term at any annual meeting of the Board).You may also terminate your services as an Independent Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

 

 

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arisingout of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American ArbitrationAssociation at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
  PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
   

Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Wesley Yiu  
Name: Wesley Yiu  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.7

 

March 26, 2025

 

Re: Independent Director Offer Letter – Erik Cheong

 

Dear Mr. Erik Cheong,

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as an Independent Director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as an Independent Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as an Independent Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market (the “Commencement Date”).

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon the Commencement Date and shall continue for a period of one year from the Commencement Date subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as an Independent Director and such other duties as are reasonably contemplated by you holding office as an independent director of the Company or which may reasonably be assigned to you by the Board from time to time, including being member of the committee(s) of the Board (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. As compensation for your services to the Company, you you will receive a yearly compensation of USD$30,000, payable on the 16th day of each month on a pro-rata basis commencing one (1) month after the Commencement Date.

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors’ insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

 
 

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include: (i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as an Independent Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board (including any failure to elect you for an ensuing term at any annual meeting of the Board).You may also terminate your services as an Independent Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

 
 

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arising out of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any term or condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure of the same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of any such party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreement may be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
   
  PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
     
  By: /s/Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
/s/ Erik Cheong  
Name: Erik Cheong  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.8

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Independent Director Offer Letter – Liu Yi, Louis

 

Dear Mr. Liu Yi, Louis,

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as an Independent Director, and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as an Independent Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as an Independent Director and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American Markets (the “Commencement Date”).

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon the IPO date and shall continue for a period of one year from the Commencement Date subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as an Independent Director and such other duties as are reasonably contemplated by you holding office as an independent director of the Company or which may reasonably be assigned to you by the Board from time to time, including being member of the committee(s) of the Board (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. As compensation for your services to the Company, you will receive a yearly compensation of USD$30,000, payable on the 16th day of each month on a pro-rata basis commencing one (1) month after the Commencement Date

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors’ insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

 

 

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include:( i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as an Independent Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board (including any failure to elect you for an ensuing term at any annual meeting of the Board).You may also terminate your services as an Independent Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

 

 

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arisingout of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American ArbitrationAssociation at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
   
  PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED
     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
  /s/ Liu Yi, Louis  
Name: Liu Yi, Louis  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.9

 

March 26, 2025

 

Re: Independent Director Offer Letter – Koh Boon Chiao

 

Dear Mr. Koh Boon Chiao,

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited, a Cayman Islands limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as an Independent Director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as an Independent Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as an Independent Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market (the “Commencement Date”).

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon the Commencement Date and shall continue for a period of one year from the Commencement Date subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as an Independent Director and such other duties as are reasonably contemplated by you holding office as an independent director of the Company or which may reasonably be assigned to you by the Board from time to time, including being member of the committee(s) of the Board (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. As compensation for your services to the Company, you will receive a yearly compensation of USD$30,000, payable on the 16th day of each month on a pro-rata basis commencing one (1) month after the Commencement Date.

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors’ insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include: (i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

 

 

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as an Independent Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board (including any failure to elect you for an ensuing term at any annual meeting of the Board).You may also terminate your services as an Independent Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

 

 

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arising out of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any term or condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure of the same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of any such party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreement may be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS (CAYMAN) LIMITED

     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:

 
     
  /s/ Koh Boon Chiao  
Name: Koh Boon Chiao  

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.10

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited

83 Science Park Dr, 

#02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1

Singapore 118258

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Director Offer Letter – Beh Hook Seng

 

Dear Mr. Beh Hook Seng:

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited, a [Cayman Islands] limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleased to offer you a position as director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significant asset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as a Director in the Company. Should you choose to accept this position as Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall also be subject to the approval of Company’s Board of Directors and/or Nomination and Compensation Committees and shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American for a term of 5 years. Your term as a Director shall continue subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified. The position shall be up for re-appointment every year by the board of the Directors of the Company (the “Board”) and upon re-appointment, the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as Director (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. The compensation for your services to the Company will be included in your employment agreement with Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited.

 

You shall be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred by you in connection with the performance of your Duties (including travel expenses for in-person meetings).

 

 

 

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include: 

(i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

 

 

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as a Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board. You may also terminate your services as a Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned and to reimburse you for approved expenses already incurred in connection with your performance of your Duties as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arising out of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any term or condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure of the same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of any such party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreement may be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of a signature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

 

 

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising out of, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
  Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited
     
  By /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
   
  /s/ Beh Hook Seng  
Name: Beh Hook Seng  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.11

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited

83 Science Park Dr,

#02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1

Singapore 118258

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Director Offer Letter – Gan Hong Loon

 

Dear Mr. Gan Hong Loon:

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited, a [Cayman Islands] limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleasedto offer you a position as director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significantasset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as a Director in the Company. Should you choose toaccept this position as Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall also be subject to the approval of Company’s Board of Directors and/or Nomination and Compensation Committees and shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American for a term of 5 years. Your term as a Director shall continue subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified. The position shall be up for re-appointment every year by the board of the Directors of the Company (the “Board”) and upon re-appointment, the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as Director (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. The compensation for your services to the Company will be included in your employment agreement with Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited.

 

You shall be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred by you in connection with the performance of your Duties (including travel expenses for in-person meetings).

 

 

 

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include: (i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

 

 

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as a Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board. You may also terminate your services as a Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned and to reimburse you for approved expenses already incurred in connection with your performance of your Duties as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arisingout of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of asignature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

 

 

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising outof, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
  Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited
     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
  Andrew Yeo
  Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
     
  /s/ Gan Hong Loon  
Name: Gan Hong Loon  

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.12

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited

83 Science Park Dr,

#02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1

Singapore 118258

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Director Offer Letter – Andrew Yeo

 

Dear Mr. Andrew Yeo:

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited, a [Cayman Islands] limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleasedto offer you a position as director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significantasset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as a Director in the Company. Should you choose toaccept this position as Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall also be subject to the approval of Company’s Board of Directors and/or Nomination and Compensation Committees and shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American for a term of 5 years. Your term as a Director shall continue subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified. The position shall be up for re-appointment every year by the board of the Directors of the Company (the “Board”) and upon re-appointment, the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as Director (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. The compensation for your services to the Company will be included in your employment agreement with Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited.

 

You shall be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred by you in connection with the performance of your Duties (including travel expenses for in-person meetings).

 

 
 

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include: (i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

 
 

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as a Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board. You may also terminate your services as a Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned and to reimburse you for approved expenses already incurred in connection with your performance of your Duties as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arisingout of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of asignature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

 
 

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising outof, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
   
  Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited
     
  By: /s/ Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
     
  /s/ Andrew Yeo  
Name:  Andrew Yeo  

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.13

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited

83 Science Park Dr,

#02-01 & #04-01A/B The Curie, Singapore Science Park 1

Singapore 118258

 

December 31, 2024

 

Re: Director Offer Letter – Tay Beng Boon

 

Dear Mr. Tay Beng Boon:

 

Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited, a [Cayman Islands] limited liability company (the “Company” or “we”), is pleasedto offer you a position as director of the Company. We believe your background and experience will be a significantasset to the Company and we look forward to your participation as a Director in the Company. Should you choose toaccept this position as Director, this letter agreement (the “Agreement”) shall constitute an agreement between you and the Company and contains all the terms and conditions relating to the services you agree to provide to the Company. Your appointment shall also be subject to the approval of Company’s Board of Directors and/or Nomination and Compensation Committees and shall begin upon Company’s listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market.

 

1. Term. This Agreement is effective upon Company’s listing on the NYSE American for a term of 5 years. Your term as a Director shall continue subject to the provisions in Section 9 below or until your successor is duly elected and qualified. The position shall be up for re-appointment every year by the board of the Directors of the Company (the “Board”) and upon re-appointment, the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

 

2. Services. You shall render customary services as Director (hereinafter, your “Duties”). During the term of this Agreement, you may attend and participate at each meeting regarding the business and operation issues of the Company as regularly or specially called, via teleconference, video conference or in person. You shall consult with the members of the Board and committee (if any) regularly and as necessary via telephone, electronic mail or other forms of correspondence.

 

3. Services for Others. You shall be free to represent or perform services for other persons during the term of this Agreement.

 

4. Compensation. The compensation for your services to the Company will be included in your employment agreement with Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited.

 

You shall be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred by you in connection with the performance of your Duties (including travel expenses for in-person meetings).

 

 

 

 

5. D&O Insurance Policy. During the term under this Agreement, the Company shall include you as an insured under its officers and directors insurance policy, if available.

 

6. No Assignment. Because of the personal nature of the services to be rendered by you, this Agreement may not be assigned by you without the prior written consent of the Company.

 

7. Confidential Information; Non-Disclosure. In consideration of your access to certain Confidential Information (as defined below) of the Company, in connection with your business relationship with the Company, you hereby represent and agree as follows:

 

a. Definition. For purposes of this Agreement the term “Confidential Information” means: (i) any information which the Company possesses that has been created, discovered or developed by or for the Company, and which has or could have commercial value or utility in the business in which the Company is engaged; (ii) any information which is related to the business of the Company and is generally not known by non-Company personnel; and (iii) Confidential Information includes, without limitation, trade secrets and any information concerning products, processes, formulas, designs, inventions (whether or not patentable or registrable under copyright or similar laws, and whether or not reduced to practice), discoveries, concepts, ideas, improvements, techniques, methods, research, development and test results, specifications, data, know-how, software, formats, marketing plans, and analyses, business plans and analyses, strategies, forecasts, customer and supplier identities, characteristics and agreements.

 

b. Exclusions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the term Confidential Information shall not include:

(i) any information which becomes generally available or is readily available to the public other than as a result of a breach of the confidentiality portions of this Agreement, or any other agreement requiring confidentiality between the Company and you; (ii) information received from a third party in rightful possession of such information who is not restricted from disclosing such information; (iii) information known by you prior to receipt of such information from the Company, which prior knowledge can be documented and (iv) information you are required to disclose pursuant to any applicable law, regulation, judicial or administrative order or decree, or request by other regulatory organization having authority pursuant to the law; provided, however, that you shall first have given prior written notice to the Company and made a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that the Confidential Information not be disclosed.

 

c. Documents. You agree that, without the express written consent of the Company, you will not remove from the Company’s premises, any notes, formulas, programs, data, records, machines or any other documents or items which in any manner contain or constitute Confidential Information, nor will you make reproductions or copies of same. You shall promptly return any such documents or items, along with any reproductions or copies to the Company upon the Company’s demand, upon termination of this Agreement, or upon your termination or Resignation (as defined in Section 9 herein).

 

d. Confidentiality. You agree that you will hold in trust and confidence all Confidential Information and will not disclose to others, directly or indirectly, any Confidential Information or anything relating to such information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company. You further agree that you will not use any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Company, except as may be necessary in the course of your business relationship with the Company, and that the provisions of this paragraph (d) shall survive termination of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you may disclose Confidential Information to your legal counsel and accounting advisors who have a need to know such information for accounting or tax purposes and who agree to be bound by the provisions of this paragraph (d).

 

 

 

 

e. Ownership. You agree that the Company shall own all right, title and interest (including patent rights, copyrights, trade secret rights, mask work rights, trademark rights, and all other intellectual and industrial property rights of any sort throughout the world) relating to any and all inventions (whether or not patentable), works of authorship, mask works, designations, designs, know-how, ideas and information made or conceived or reduced to practice, in whole or in part, by you during the term of this Agreement and that arise out of your Duties (collectively, “Inventions”) and you will promptly disclose and provide all Inventions to the Company. You agree to assist the Company, at its expense, to further evidence, record and perfect such assignments, and to perfect, obtain, maintain, enforce, and defend any rights assigned.

 

8. Non-Solicitation. During the term of your appointment, you shall not solicit for employment any employee of the Company with whom you have had contact due to your appointment.

 

9. Termination and Resignation. Your services as a Director may be terminated for any or no reason by the determination of the Board. You may also terminate your services as a Director for any or no reason by delivering your written notice of resignation to the Company (“Resignation”), and such Resignation shall be effective upon the time specified therein or, if no time is specified, upon receipt of the notice of resignation by the Company. Upon the effective date of the termination or Resignation, your right to compensation hereunder will terminate subject to the Company’s obligations to pay you any compensation that you have already earned and to reimburse you for approved expenses already incurred in connection with your performance of your Duties as of the effective date of such termination or Resignation.

 

10. Governing Law; Arbitration. All questions with respect to the construction and/or enforcement of this Agreement, and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder, shall be determined in accordance with the law of the State of New York. All disputes with respect to this Agreement, including the existence, validity, interpretation, performance, breach or termination thereof or any dispute regarding non-contractual obligations arising out of or relating to it shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association at its New York office in force when the Notice of Arbitration is submitted. The law of this arbitration clause shall be New York law. The seat of arbitration shall be in New York. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English.

 

11. Entire Agreement; Amendment; Waiver; Counterparts. This Agreement expresses the entire understanding with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes and terminates any prior oral or written agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any term of this Agreement may be amended and observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived only with the written consent of the parties hereto. Waiver of any termor condition of this Agreement by any party shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or failure ofthe same term or condition or waiver of any other term or condition of this Agreement. The failure of any party at any time to require performance by any other party of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the right of anysuch party to require future performance of such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreementmay be executed in separate counterparts each of which will be an original and all of which taken together will constitute one and the same agreement, and may be executed using facsimiles of signatures, and a facsimile of asignature shall be deemed to be the same, and equally enforceable, as an original of such signature.

 

 

 

 

12. Indemnification. The Company shall, to the maximum extent provided under applicable law, indemnify and hold you harmless from and against any expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, judgments, fines, settlements and other legally permissible amounts (“Losses”), incurred in connection with any proceeding arising outof, or related to, your performance of your Duties, other than any such Losses incurred as a result of your gross negligence or willful misconduct. The Company shall advance to you any expenses, including reasonable attorneys’fees and costs of settlement, incurred in defending any such proceeding to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Such costs and expenses incurred by you in defense of any such proceeding shall be paid by the Company in advance of the final disposition of such proceeding promptly upon receipt by the Company of (a) written request for payment; (b) appropriate documentation evidencing the incurrence, amount and nature of the costs and expenses for which payment is being sought; and (c) an undertaking adequate under applicable law made by or on your behalf to repay the amounts so advanced if it shall ultimately be determined pursuant to any non-appealable judgment or settlement that you are not entitled to be indemnified by the Company.

 

13. Acknowledgement. You accept this Agreement subject to all the terms and provisions of this Agreement. You agree to accept as binding, conclusive, and final all decisions or interpretations of the Board of Directors of the Company of any questions arising under this Agreement.

 

The Agreement has been executed and delivered by the undersigned and is made effective as of the date set first set forth above.

 

  Sincerely,
     
  Phaos Technology (Cayman) Holdings Limited
     
  By: /s/Andrew Yeo
    Andrew Yeo
    Chief Executive Officer

 

AGREED AND ACCEPTED:  
     
 

/s/ Tay Beng Boon

 
Name: Tay Beng Boon  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.14

 

LOAN AGREEMENT

 

THIS AGREEMENT is made on                              

 

BETWEEN

 

(1)TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. with its registered address at 59 Mohamed Sultan Road #01-10 Sultan Link Singapore 238999 (“Lender”); and

 

(2)PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD. with its registered address at 83 Science Park Drive, The Curie, #02-01 Singapore 118258 (“Borrower”).

 

RECITALS

 

The Lender has agreed to lend to the Borrower an amount of                                                                                     on the terms set out below.

 

IT IS AGREED as follows:

 

INTEREST AND REPAYMENT

 

The loan interest rate:                              

 

The Borrower shall repay the loan amount upon a written demand (in whole or in part as specified in the demand) by the Lender.

 

The Borrower may at any time repay to the Lender the entire or any part of the outstanding principal amount of the loan.

 

ASSIGNMENT

 

Each of parties shall not be entitled, without prior written consent of the other party, to assign all or any of its right under this Agreement

 

VARIATION

 

A variation of this Agreement is valid only if It is in writing and signed by or on behalf of each party.

 

COUNTERPARTS

 

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts each of which when executed and delivered an original, but all counterparts together constitute the same document.

 

 

 

 

LOAN AGREEMENT

 

GOVERNMENT LAW

 

This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with Singapore Law

 

IN WITNESS whereof the parties hereto have executed and delivered this document as a Deed on the date first written above.

 

EXECUTED and DELIVERED by   EXECUTED and DELIVERED by
     
/s/ Benson Beh   /s/ Benson Beh
Lender   Borrower
Benson Beh   BENSON BEH
(Director of TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE LTD)   (Director of PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE LTD)

Dated:                                         Dated:                     

 

  /s/ Andrew Yeo
  Borrower
  ANDREW YEO
  (Director of PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE LTD)

  Dated:                    

 

  /s/ Taybeng Boon
  Borrower
  TAY BENG BOON
  (Director of PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE LTD)

  Dated:                    

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.15

 

 

Lease reference number: t0032830

 

 

06-OCT-2022

Date:_______________________________                

 

CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.

 

and

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

 

Lease for

 

83 SCIENCE PARK DRIVE

#04-01A THE CURIE

SINGAPORE SCIENCE PARK I

SINGAPORE 118258

 

 

 

SCHEDULE 1

DETAILS OF LEASE

 

Item 1: Landlord (we, us, our) : CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.
       
Item 2: Tenant (you, your) : PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.
       
Item 3: Premises    
  (a) Unit numbers : #04-01A The Curie
       
  (b) Building : 83 Science Park Drive The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258
       
  (c) Boundary : (for identification only) edged in red in the attached plan (or plans),
    marked as schedule 5
Item 4: Floor Area :  
  Unit numbers   Floor Area (square metre)
  #04-01A The Curie   122.26
  Total Floor Area  

 

122.26

Item 5:

Possession Date

:

 

15 October 2022

     
Item 6: Start Date : 15 December 2022
       
Item 7: Term : 36 months beginning from the Start Date
       
Item 8: Permitted Use : Design, assembly and sales support of Phaos Technology optical microscope systems only
       
Item 9: Rent :  

 

(a)The Gross Rent, Net Rent and Service Charge are as follows.

 

Unit  Net Rent Rate (per square metre)   Service Charge Rate (per square metre)   Gross Rent Rate
(per square
metre)
   Net Rent   Service Charge   Gross Rent   Period such rent or charge applies for
#04-01A
The Curie
  $28.50   $5.40   $33.90   $3,484.41   $660.20   $4,144.61   15 December
2022 to 14
December 2025

 

(b)The charges shown above do not include goods and services tax (GST) and other Taxes you must pay under this Lease.

 

Item 10:

Fitting Out Rent-free

Period (if any)

:   Unit Start Date   End date   Length of Fitting Out Rent-free Period
      #04-01A The Curie   15 October 2022   14 December 2022   02 months

 

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Item 11:

Term Rent-free Period (if any)

:

Unit  

Start Date

  End date   Length of Term Rent-free Period
    N.A   N.A   N.A   N.A
                   
Item 12: Security Deposit : $12,433.83, being 03 months’ Gross Rent
       
Item 13: Tenant’s Works Deposit : $2,000.00 (based on the rate of $10.00 per square metre of the Floor Area of the Premises (a minimum of $2,000.00 applies))
                 
Item 14: Public liability insurance amount : $3 million        
                 
Item 15:

Electricity Supply Deposit (initial)

: N.A.      

 

 

Item 16: Floor loading limit : Storey   Floor Loading (kN per square metre)
      1   12.5
      2   12.5
      3   12.5
      4   12.5
           
Item 17: Car-park passes (if any) : 01    

 

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SCHEDULE 2

SPECIAL COVENANTS

 

(By way of note, the Plain English Campaign’s Crystal Mark will not apply to this section.)

 

[Any commercial terms and amendments to the Standard Covenants or Tenants’ Guide will be set out in this schedule.]

 

A)TAKE OVER CONDITION

 

You are aware that the Premises is fitted with ceiling boards, light fittings, variable refrigerant volume (“VRV”) air- conditioning system, fire protection system, distribution system, etc. You must at your own costs, maintain our fittings and fixtures according to our and the Authorities’ requirements. To avoid any doubt, when this Lease ends, our fittings and fixtures will be returned to us in tenantable condition (that is, in state and condition safe and suitable for use and for which you have carried out all necessary repairs).

 

B)COMMUNITY VIBRANCY

 

You must participate in at least two (02) community events per year (collectively the “Particular Events”) as organised by NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (“NUS”) acting through NUS Enterprise. Your participation in the Particular Events will be determined by NUS as they may decide. If you fail to keep to the terms of this Special Condition B), then we may revise the Net Rent Rate to the then prevailing market rental rate (“Prevailing Rent Rate”) if the Prevailing Rent Rate is higher than that reflected under Item 9(a) of schedule 1. You will pay the increase of the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate from the date reflected in our written notice to you that such amount is payable, and you will pay all costs and expense (including legal costs and stamp duties) for this.

 

C)JOINT DEVELOPMENT OF PROJECT/PRODUCTS

 

You must make sure of having the joint development of at least one (01) ongoing project or product per year (“Joint Development”) with members of NUS’s community. If any events/activities are to be organised in respect of the Joint Development, you must reasonably try to carry out such events/activities within the Park. If you fail to keep to the terms of this Special Condition C), then we may revise the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate (as defined under Special Condition B) above) if the Prevailing Rent Rate is higher than that reflected under Item 9(a) of schedule 1. You will pay the increase of the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate from the date reflected in our written notice to you that such amount is payable, and you will pay all costs and expense (including legal costs and stamp duties) for this.

 

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SCHEDULE 3

BUILDING COVENANTS

 

(By way of note, the Plain English Campaign’s Crystal Mark will not apply to this section.)

 

[Any Building Covenants specific to the Building will be set out in this schedule.]

 

In addition to the provisions set out in the Special Covenants, both you and us must keep to and be bound by the following

terms, covenants and conditions:-

 

A)REDEVELOPMENT

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, if at any time during the Term we decide that:-

 

(a)the Building is to be demolished for redevelopment; or
   
(b)the Building or any part of the Building is to be renovated, retrofitted, refurbished or altered, and this will affect the Premises,

 

we may end this Lease by giving you 06 months’ notice in writing.

 

When this Lease ends, you must deliver vacant possession of the Premises to us in line with the terms of this Lease, and you will have no claim (including right of compensation) against us for ending this Lease.

 

To avoid any doubt, this will not affect any rights and remedies that we may have against you in respect of any of your failure to keep to the terms and conditions of this Lease which occurred before the ending of this Lease. We may also offer you alternative space if available which you may relocate to within such time as we notify you and on such rent, lease term and other terms and conditions as we may decide. Whether or not you accept the offer, this will not affect your obligation to deliver vacant possession of the Premises on the date set out in the notice.

 

B)GREEN LEASE CERTIFIED/GOLD REQUIREMENTS

 

As the Building is presently or intended to be Green Mark certified, you must keep to our following requirements during the Term:

 

1.You must use energy-saving light bulbs for lighting and the overall lighting power density for office area together with laboratories shall not exceed 10 watts per square metre. If you use fluorescent light fittings, you must install it with electronics ballast. You may also use LED lights for as long as such lights do not exceed 8 watts per square metre. You must submit the lighting technical specifications, lighting schedules (showing the quantity, types of lightings and location), lighting layout plans, and the lighting power budget to us for approval before installation.
   
2.The overall lighting power density for retail and food & beverage areas shall not exceed 20 watts per square metre and 10 watts per square metre respectively. You must submit the lighting technical specifications, lighting schedules (showing the quantity, types of lightings and location), lighting layout plans, and the lighting power budget to us for approval before installation.
   
3.You must not use halogen light fittings in the Building.
   
4.You must ensure that if an area is not used frequently or only used occasionally, it must have provision of occupancy sensor to switch off the light when there is no occupant in the area
   
5.You must not remove occupancy sensors installed in the toilets under any circumstance.
   
6.If you need to replace any light fittings in the toilets, the overall lighting power density for each toilet must not exceed 10 watts per square metre and such replacement will be subject to our prior approval.

 

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7.You must ensure that the design or installation for lighting installation in the Premises must have proper zoning together with switch control to switch on and off the zone. You must ensure that the design or installation for lighting installation in the Premises must have proper zoning together with switch control to switch on and off the zone.
   
 8.You must provide separate sub-meters for server rooms and data centres to monitor your energy consumption. You must provide such data to us annually for Green Mark verification and auditing. These sub-meters must be linked to our building automation system for recording of your energy consumption and for Green Mark verification purposes.
   
 9.If you require any stand-alone air-cooled air-conditioning system for the Premises, you must first discuss with our agent, Ascendas Services Pte Ltd to explore the feasibility of tapping the Building’s chilled water and confirm if it is more energy efficient to do so than installing stand-alone air-cooled air-conditioning system.
   
  Only air-cooled air-conditioning system with minimum coefficient of performance (“COP”) of 3.78 or more is allowed to be installed and you must submit the system’s efficiency computation, technical specifications and evidence of achieving the targeted COP to us for approval before installation.
   
 10.You must ensure that all air-conditioning systems installed are designed to allow for cooling load variations due to fluctuations in ambient temperature to ensure consistent indoor conditions for thermal comfort. As required by the relevant codes of practices, the indoor temperature shall be between 230C to 250C with relative humidity less than 65 percent.
   
 11.You must only use paints with low volatile organic compound (“VOC”) and adhesives with low emission formaldehyde certified by recognised Green Certification bodies such as Singapore Green Labeling Scheme (“SGLS”) or Singapore Green Building Product Scheme (“SGBP”). You must submit the relevant Green Certification bodies certification, layout plans showing the area of coverage and catalogues or technical specifications of the products to us for approval before installation.
   
 12.You must promote the use of appropriate environmentally friendly products that are certified by recognized Green Certification bodies such as SGLS or SGBP in your fit-out works. You must submit the relevant Green Certification bodies certification and layout plans showing the area of coverage and catalogue/ technical specifications of the products to us for approval before installation.
   
 13.If any water fittings in the toilets are to be installed or replaced, you must only use the Public Utilities Board Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (“PUB WELS”) certified 3-tick water fittings and such installations will be subjected to our prior approval.
   
 14.You are encouraged to promote and implement sustainability policies such as recycling program, provide recycle bins for the collection and storage of different recyclable waste, tracking the amount of waste recycled and energy-savings programs to conserve energy.
   
 15.You must keep in line with the steps set out in the flowchart in Annex 1 and fill in the form set out in Annex 2 below.
   
 16.To avoid any doubt, you must keep to any changes to the latest relevant Green Lease requirements which may apply from time to time as required by the Authorities or us so that you do not affect our application for Green Mark certification or re-certification for the Building or Park. You may obtain a copy of the latest Green Lease requirements from the management office of the Building.

 

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ANNEX 1 

 

GREEN LEASE GOLD / CERTIFIED COMPLIANCE PROCESS FLOW CHART

 

 

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ANNEX 2 

 

TENANT’S FIT-OUT INFORMATION FORM

 

Lighting System

 

Type of Fitting

 

Type of Ballast

 

Location and Coverage Area (square metre)

 

Quantity

 

Unit Power with Ballast (Watt)

  Total Installed Power (Watt)  

Lighting Density (Watt per

square metre)

                         
                         
                         

 

Air-conditioning System

 

Model and Brand of AHU / FCU

 

 

Design Air Flow (CMH)

 

Design Chilled Water Temperatures

(℃)

 

Quantity

  Unit Power (Watt)   Total Installed Power (Watt)   Performance (Watt per CMH)
                         
                         
                         

 

Model and Brand of Unitary Cooling

Equipment

  Capacity (kilo-watt)   Quantity   Unit Power (Watt)  

Total Installed

Power (Watt)

  Number of Ticks   Performance (COP)
                         
                         
                         

 

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Water Fittings

 

Water Fitting Type

  Quantity   Total No. of Fitting
  Excellent   Very Good   Good   No Tick  
                     
                     
                     

 

Please attached WELS certificate for the fitting used.

 

In-door Air Quality Management

 

Brand of Low VOC Paint or Low Formaldehyde Adhesive   Area of Application   Certification by
         
         
         

 

Recycling Management

 

Adoption of Recycling (Yes/No)   Type of Recycling (Paper/Plastic/Can)   No. of Recycling Bin
         
         
         

 

     
Submitted By   Date

 

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SCHEDULE 4

STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS

 

   AMOUNT   GST (7%) 

Net Rent:

$28.50 per square metre per month on 122.26 square metres for a period of 36 months beginning from 15 December 2022

 

  $3,484.41   $243.91 

Service Charge:

$5.40 per square metre per month on 122.26 square metres for a period of 36 months beginning from 15 December 2022

 

  $660.20   $46.21 

Gross Rent:

$33.90 per square metre per month on 122.26 square metres for a period of 36 months beginning from 15 December 2022

 

  $4,144.61   $290.12 
Legal Fees  $800.00   $56.00 
Security Deposit in Cash  $12,433.83      
Tenant’s Works Deposit  $2,000.00      
Sub-Total  $19,378.44   $346.12 
GST  $346.12      

Total amount (including GST)

[payable to ‘CapitaLand Singapore (BP&C) Pte Ltd’]

  $19,724.56      

Stamp duty

[payable to ‘Infinitus Law Corporation’]

  $596.00      

 

This Statement of Accounts sets out the initial total amount you must pay which includes an advance payment of the first month’s Gross Rent to cover the rent period beginning from 15 December 2022. Your first payment must be made by cash or cheque as your GIRO payments may start from the first day of the following month.

 

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CONTENTS PAGE

 

SCHEDULE DETAILS OF LEASE. 2
SCHEDULE SPECIAL COVENANTS. 4
SCHEDULE BUILDING COVENANTS. 5
SCHEDULE STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS. 10
STANDARD COVENANTS. 12

 

1 INTERPRETATION 12
  1.1 Definitions. 12
1.2 General rules of interpretation. 15
       
2 GRANT OF LEASE. 15
  2.1 Lease. 15
  2.2 Permitted Use. 15
  2.3 Head Landlord’s and Authorities’ approvals. 16
  2.4 Compliance regulations. 16
  2.5 Rights and exceptions. 16
       
3 TAKING POSSESSION. 17
     
4 YOUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT. 17
     
  4.1 General obligations relating to payments. 17
  4.1.1 Gross Rent and other payments. 17
  4.1.2 Rent-free Period (if any) 18
  4.1.3 Interest. 18
  4.1.4 Utilities. 18
  4.1.5 Electricity supply. 18
  4.1.6 Taxes. 19
  4.1.7 Additional Property Tax. 19
  4.1.8 Security Deposit. 19
  4.1.9 Car-park passes. 20
  4.1.10 Insurance during the Lease. 20
  4.1.11 Not to affect our insurance. 20
4.2   General obligations during the Lease. 21
  4.2.1 Tenant’s Works. 21
  4.2.2 Tenant’s Works Deposit. 21
  4.2.3 Insurance while carrying out Tenant’s Works. 21
  4.2.4 Maintain and repair. 22 
  4.2.5 Permitting us to inspect the Premises and carry out repairs. 22
4.3   General Obligations Relating to Moving out of the Premises. 23
  4.3.1 Moving out of the Premises.

23 

  4.3.2 Holding over. 23
  4.3.3 Viewing. 23
4.4   Other terms. 23
  4.4.1 Assigning and subletting. 23
  4.4.2 No lodging of caveat, registering this Lease or subdividing the Building. 24
  4.4.3 Keeping to the Law. 24
  4.4.4 Head Lease. 24
  4.4.5 Tenants’ Guide. 24
  4.4.6 Confidentiality of information. 25
  4.4.7 Indemnity by you. 25
       
5 OUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT. 25
  5.1 Quiet enjoyment. 25
  5.2 Property Tax. 25
  5.3 Managing the Building. 26
  5.4 No claim against us. 26
  5.5 Limits to trustee’s liability. 27
       
6 OUR GENERAL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES. 27
  6.1 Cost and expenses. 27
  6.2 Set-off and forfeiture of deposits. 27
  6.3 Remedial measures. 27
  6.4 Re-entry. 28
  6.5 Removing your property. 28
  6.6 Government takeover under the Land Acquisition Act. 29
  6.7 We may transfer this Lease. 29
       
7 OTHER TERMS. 29
  7.1 Notices. 29
  7.2 Process of serving documents in line with the Law. 29
  7.3 No waiver. 30
  7.4 Entire Agreement. 30
  7.5 Severability. 30
  7.6 Governing Law and jurisdiction. 30
  7.7 Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act. 30
  7.8 Electronic Signatures. 31
       
8 SUPPRESSION OF CORRUPT PRACTICE 31

 

SCHEDULE 5 PLAN OF THE PREMISES. 32
SCHEDULE 6 DECLARATION FORM. 34
SCHEDULE 7 JTC SUBLETTING APPLICATION DOCUMENTS. 36

 

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STANDARD COVENANTS

 

1INTERPRETATION

 

1.1Definitions

 

In this Lease, the following terms have the meanings as set out below.

 

1.1.1‘Additional Property Tax’ means the difference between (i) the property tax chargeable under the Property Tax Act 1960 in respect of the Premises and (ii) the Base Property Tax.

 

1.1.2‘Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal’ means the tenant service portal which you can access at http://bpi-tenant.capitaland.com or such other website address we may give you.

 

1.1.3‘Authorities’ means all relevant government bodies, statutory bodies and other authorities.

 

1.1.3A‘Base Property Tax’ means the Base Property Tax as set out in clause 5.2.
  

 

1.1.4‘Building’ means the land and the buildings which the Premises form part of (including car-parks, service, loading and any other areas for the use and enjoyment of the building, whether or not these are within the structure of the building).

 

1.1.5‘Building Covenants’ means any terms, covenants and conditions as set out in schedule 3 which are specific to the Building.

 

1.1.6‘Car-park Charges’ means the charges you must pay to use the car-parks at the Building.

 

1.1.7‘Circumstances Beyond Our Control’ means any circumstances we have no control over, and which directly or indirectly prevent or delay us from carrying out our obligations under this Lease, including natural disasters, flooding, haze, national emergency, war, insurgency, labour disputes, civil commotion or riots.

 

1.1.8‘Common Area’ means the parts of the Building (whether or not within the structure of the Building) which (a) are for shared use by us, you, other tenants and occupiers of the Building, and anyone who is properly authorised to use those areas, and (b) would be considered as ‘common areas’ or ‘common parts’ of the Building for shared use, enjoyment or benefit if the Building had been subdivided and registered under the Land Titles (Strata) Act 1967. Common Area does not include areas which are inside the Premises or which serve the Premises only.

 

1.1.9‘Conducting Media’ means any drains, sewers, conduits, flues, risers, gutters, gullies, channels, ducts, shafts, watercourses, pipes, cables, wires and mains in, on or under the Building, including any that are installed in the future.

 

1.1.10‘Electricity Charges’ means the charges for electricity as used at the Premises.

 

1.1.11‘Electricity Supply Deposit’ means the electricity-supply deposit amount, being an amount equal to 1.5 times the expected monthly Electricity Charges, which we will estimate and notify you from time to time. The initial amount of the Electricity Supply Deposit is set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.12‘Fire-safety Approval’ means the approval (including fire-safety certificates or notices of approval) issued by the Singapore Civil Defence Force under the Fire Safety Act 1993 or such other authority.

 

1.1.13‘Fitting Out Rent-free Period’ means the period where the Tenant’s Works relating to the fitting out of the Premises are carried out as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.14‘Floor Area’ means the floor area of the Premises set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.15‘Gross Rent’ means the Net Rent and the Service Charge as set out in schedule 1.
  
1.1.16‘Gross Rent Rate’ means the Gross Rent per square metre for each month under the Term as set out in schedule 1.

 

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1.1.17‘Head Landlord’ means the landlord under the Head Lease (whether immediate or not).

 

1.1.18‘Head Lease’ means the lease under which we hold our interest in the Building and includes any superior lease (that is, a lease under which our landlord or any other landlord above holds its interest in the Building) and all documents that apply to it.

 

1.1.19‘Infectious Disease’ means the diseases defined in the Infectious Diseases Act 1976.

 

1.1.20‘Interest’ means interest at the rate of 10% per year calculated on a daily basis and based on the actual number of days in the year (both before and after any judgment), or any other rate as we may notify from time to time.

 

1.1.21‘JTC’ means the Jurong Town Corporation.

 

1.1.22‘Law’ includes any present or future laws (including regulations, codes and guidelines) by statute, common law and/or equity.

 

1.1.23‘Lease’ means this lease of the Premises between you and us, made up of (i) the Standard Covenants, (ii) the Tenants’ Guide, and (iii) all schedules (including the Special Covenants and Building Covenants), attachments, appendices, annexes and side letters to each of such documents mentioned.

 

1.1.24‘Losses’ means damages, compensation, losses, costs and expenses, claims, notices and proceedings, of any nature, including, where the context allows, any costs and expenses of making good any losses or damage.

 

1.1.25‘Net Rent’ means the rent (not including Service Charge and other amounts due) for each month of the Term calculated at the monthly Net Rent Rate on the Floor Area, as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.26‘Net Rent Rate’ means the Net Rent per square metre for each month of the Term as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.27‘Original Condition’ means the original state and condition of the Premises on the date you first took possession of the Premises under this Lease as shown in the plans and drawings we have given or will give you, but not including the Tenant’s Works or any works that previous tenants have carried out.

 

1.1.28‘Our Authorised People’ means our employees, agents, independent consultants or contractors, people we allow to be in the Building or Park, visitors, licensees and other people under our control, or who we are responsible for or who claim rights under this Lease through, under or in trust for us.

 

1.1.29‘Park’ means (where it applies), the science, business or industrial park or such wider area or vicinity where the Building is located.

 

1.1.30‘Payment Date’ means the first day of a month or such relevant date as we may notify you in our invoice to make any payment as required under this Lease.

 

1.1.31‘Permitted Use’ means the use allowed for the Premises as set out in schedule 1 and approved by the Head Landlord and the Authorities.

 

1.1.32‘Possession Date’ means the possession date (if this applies) as set out in schedule 1 or any other date we may notify you.

 

1.1.33‘Premises’ means the part or parts of the Building which will be leased to you as set out in schedule 1, including improvements and additions made to the Premises, and the fixtures and fittings (whether they belong to you or us) in the Premises, but not including (i) structural parts located outside the Premises, (ii) the loadbearing framework, (iii) the roof, (iv) foundations, (v) joists (that is, a long, thick piece of wood, metal, or concrete, used in buildings to support a floor or ceiling), (vi) Conducting Media which serve only spaces other than the Premises that you do not access, (vii) our machinery and plant which are in the Premises but which serve only other spaces besides the Premises that you do not access, (ix) the faces of boundary walls that are outside the Premises; and (x) the faces of external walls outside the Premises (unless these are glass walls).

 

1.1.34‘Reinstatement Works’ means the reinstatement works to restore the Premises to their Original Condition (except for fair wear and tear) in line with the Tenants’ Guide, Law and any other requirements that we may have.

 

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1.1.35‘Rent-free Period’ means the Fitting Out Rent-free Period and the Term Rent-free Period.

 

1.1.36‘Security Deposit’ means the security deposit amount as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.37‘Service Charge’ means the charge for your share of the Total Outgoings as we may decide for each month calculated at the Service Charge Rate on the Floor Area as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.38‘Service Charge Rate’ means the Service Charge per square metre for each month as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.39‘Side Letters’ means further terms, covenants and conditions to this Lease made between you and us at any time to add to, amend or vary this Lease.

 

1.1.40‘Special Covenants’ means such further terms, covenants and conditions as set out in schedule 2 as commercially agreed to vary or add to the Lease.

 

1.1.41‘Standard Covenants’ means these standard terms, covenants and conditions.

 

1.1.42‘Start Date’ means the date on which the Term begins as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.43‘Taxes’ means any goods and services tax, duty or charge which may be imposed at any time by the Authorities.

 

1.1.44‘Tenants’ Guide’ means the further standard terms, covenants and conditions relating to safety or actions in the Building or Premises, or the use, maintenance, renovation or management of the Building or Premises.

 

1.1.45‘Tenant’s Works’ means any fitting-out work or any other renovation, alterations, additions, interior layout work, interior design, installations, internal fittings, wiring, plumbing, reinstatement or other work you carry out to the Premises.

 

1.1.46‘Tenant’s Works Deposit’ means the deposit you must pay for the Tenant’s Works (if any) as required under this Lease, and which we may collect from you from time to time to cover any Tenant’s Works. The initial amount of the Tenant’s Works Deposit is set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.47‘Term’ means the term of this Lease as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.48‘Term Rent-free Period’ means the rent-free period during the Term (if any) as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.49‘Total Outgoings’ means all outgoings, costs and expenses (including capital expenditure and loss in value over time) which we have to pay for providing, controlling, managing, maintaining and replacing any services or parts of the Building (including fixtures and fittings).

 

1.1.50‘Utilities’ means electricity, water, sewerage, tele-communications and, if it applies, gas, air conditioning and chilled water.

 

1.1.51‘Utilities Charges’ means the charges for the Utilities as used at the Premises.

 

1.1.52‘We’, ‘us’, or ‘our’ (whether capitalised or not) means us as the landlord as set out in schedule 1 and includes our successors (a person who takes over our rights and obligations) and assigns (a person who takes over our rights).

 

1.1.53‘You’, or ‘your’ (whether capitalised or not) means you as the tenant as set out in schedule 1 and includes your successors (a person who takes over your rights and obligations) and assigns (a person who takes over your rights, only after we have approved the transfer).

 

1.1.54‘Your Authorised People’ means your employees, agents, independent contractors, people you allow to be in the Premises, visitors, licensees, anyone under your control, and anyone you are responsible for or who claims rights under this Lease through, under or in trust for you.

 

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1.2General rules of interpretation

 

The following rules apply when interpreting this Lease, unless the context requires otherwise.

 

1.2.1While we have made efforts to express this Lease in plain English, any wording used may not be completely sufficient to describe its meaning, and you must read all words in line with their usual legal meaning.

 

1.2.2Headings are for convenience only and must not be used to limit or interpret any covenant, condition or clause.

 

1.2.3Any reference to the singular includes the plural, and vice versa.

 

1.2.4Any reference to a person or people includes any individual or any corporate entity.

 

1.2.5Any reference to the whole includes all or any part of the same.

 

1.2.6Each word or term does not limit the effect of another word or term.

 

1.2.7Any reference to ‘including’, ‘include’ or ‘includes’ means including without limitation or affecting the generality of any description, definition, term or phrase coming before that word.

 

1.2.8Any reference to ‘responsible’ means, where the context allows, being liable for any Losses.

 

1.2.9You must, unless set out otherwise, pay all fees, charges, costs and expenses arising out of or relating to any obligations you have under this Lease, including if it applies, Interest, on any outstanding payments you owe and any fees or expenses due to the relevant Authorities. We can claim these payments as if they are rent arrears and may deduct such payments from any deposits you have paid under this Lease. You may not withhold or delay any payment, and you must pay all amounts you owe under this Lease even if this Lease has come to an end.

 

1.2.10You must, at your own cost and expense, keep to (and make sure that each of Your Authorised People keep to) every obligation you have and restriction that applies under this Lease. If this Lease states that you will not have any claim against us for any Losses, Your Authorised People will also not have any claim against us for such Losses.

 

1.2.11If, under this Lease, you need our permission or approval for any action, you must get this in writing from us before taking that action. We will decide if, and on what terms, to give or withhold permission or approval. Even if we give our permission or approval, you will remain responsible for these permitted or approved matters or actions. This clause 1.2.11 also applies if the Head Landlord or any of the Authorities require any permission or approval. In addition, any right given to us under this Lease is also given to the Head Landlord and any Authorities and any person authorised by us, the Head Landlord and the Authorities.

 

1.2.12If we carry out any action or exercise any right or remedy under any clause in this Lease, this will not affect our other rights or remedies under that clause or the rest of this Lease.

 

1.2.13Each schedule of, attachment, appendix and annexure to this Lease forms part of this Lease. If there are any inconsistencies between the different parts of this Lease, priority will be given in the following order from first to last: (1) Side Letters (if any), (2) Special Covenants, (3) Building Covenants, (4) Standard Covenants, and (5) Tenants’ Guide.

 

2GRANT OF LEASE

 

2.1Lease

 

We agree to lease the Premises to you for the Term in return for you paying the Gross Rent and keeping to the terms, covenants and conditions as set out in this Lease (including the Special Covenants, Building Covenants and the Tenants’ Guide).

 

2.2Permitted Use

 

2.2.1You must use the Premises only for the Permitted Use. If you want to change the Permitted Use, you must first get approval from us and the Authorities. You must also get, maintain and keep to all necessary approvals which you need by Law to carry out your business at the Premises. To avoid any doubt, you must also carry out your own checks on the Premises as we will not be responsible for making sure the Premises are suitable for the Permitted Use.

 

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2.2.2If the Premises are a property where the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s 60:40 rules apply, you must make sure that at least 60% of the Floor Area is used for industrial activity, and no more than 40% of the Floor Area is used for such ancillary (that is, supporting) purposes to the Permitted Use as we, the Urban Redevelopment Authority or any other relevant Authority may approve. You must also provide us with the filled-in and signed declaration form as set out in schedule 6 upon signing this Lease. If you fail to do so, we may give you two weeks’ notice to submit such form. If you have still not provided the filled-in and signed declaration form by the end of the two weeks’ notice, we may immediately end this Lease and, if you have taken possession of the Premises, you must carry out the Reinstatement Works to keep to clause 4.3.1. You will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) any money or deposits you have paid to us under this Lease, you must pay us any costs and expenses we have to pay, and you will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to us ending this Lease.

 

2.3Head Landlord’s and Authorities’ approvals

 

2.3.1If the Premises are a property under the control of JTC, you must:

 

(a)first get the relevant approvals (including any anchor tenant approval) from JTC and the Authorities to use the Premises before we give the lease of the Premises to you; and

 

(b)give us any relevant information and documents we ask for, including the items set out in schedule 7, at least 14 days before the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier. To avoid any doubt, you must pay any costs that apply, including any subletting fees or other fees we must pay or have paid to the Head Landlord or Authorities. You must also pay any fees and other charges charged by the Head Landlord or Authorities for not meeting this condition due to your delay or failure to give us any relevant information or documents.

 

2.3.2If you do not have all the approvals as required under clause 2.3.1, we may give you notice that this Lease will be considered as null and void (that is, in a state as if this Lease never existed), except that you must reinstate the Premises in line with this Lease and you must pay all Gross Rent, Utilities Charges and other charges due from the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the day you return the Premises to us (both dates included). You will not have any claim against us for any losses you suffer due to this Lease being considered as null and void. Within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, and as long as you did not cause such failure to get such approvals, we will refund:

 

(a)all deposits you have paid (without Interest and after deducting necessary amounts if you have not kept to any other terms of this Lease or for damage you have caused to the Premises or the Building); and

 

(b)all legal fees and stamp duties you have paid if they have not been charged by our lawyers or the Authorities.

 

2.4Compliance regulations

 

You must keep to, and make sure that each of Your Authorised People keep to, the relevant anti-money- laundering, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and anti-financing of terrorism Laws and/or our policies. If you fail to do so, we may give you notice upon which this Lease will be considered as null and void (that is, as if this Lease had never existed), except that you must still (i) reinstate the Premises in line with this Lease, (ii) pay all Gross Rent, Utilities and other charges due from the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the day you return the Premises to us (both dates included), and all other Losses which we may suffer arising out of or relating to you not keeping to this clause 2.4, including the loss of Gross Rent which we could have collected for the Term and the Rent-free Period (if any), and any costs and expenses of re-letting or trying to re-let the Premises. We will also not refund any deposits or money you have paid to us, and you will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to this Lease being considered as null and void (that is, as if this Lease had never existed).

 

2.5Rights and exceptions

 

2.5.1The Premises are leased to you with:

 

(a)the right to use the Common Area to pass to and from the Premises; and

 

(b)the right to use the designated toilet facilities, lifts, staircases and driveways in the Common Area.

 

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2.5.2Under this Lease, we have:

 

(a)the right to free and uninterrupted passage and running of Utilities and other services through the Conducting Media in the Premises;

 

(b)the right to enter the Premises as allowed under this Lease, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you;

 

(c)the right of light, air, support, shelter, easements (that is, a right enjoyed by one person over another’s land for a specific purpose such as a right of way) and all other rights belonging to or enjoyed by other parts of the Building;

 

(d)the right to put up scaffolding for carrying out repairs, renovations, alterations, additions, cleaning, painting or other work to the Building, and to build on, alter, rebuild, develop or use the land next to the Building or in the Park, even if (i) access to, use or enjoyment of the Premises may be temporarily restricted, (ii) any light and air coming into the Premises is affected or (iii) any nuisance, damage, or inconvenience is caused to you or any of your occupiers, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you; and

 

(e)the right to carry out any power shutdown in the Building as may be required by us or the Authorities, by providing notice to you (except in cases of emergency), and without us having to provide any emergency power or back-up supply of electricity, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you.

 

2.5.3Any person you authorise to use or enjoy the Premises in line with this Lease will also have the rights under clause 2.5.1, and (i) we, (ii) the Head Landlord, and (iii) any person authorised by us or the Head Landlord will also have the rights under clause 2.5.2.

 

3TAKING POSSESSION

 

3.1You will take possession of the Premises on the Possession Date. If you delay taking possession of the Premises, we will not postpone the Fitting Out Works Rent-free Period (if any) and/or the Term.

 

3.2You agree to take the Premises on an ‘as is, where is’ basis and not to object to the state and condition of the Premises (including the structural, mechanical and electrical specifications) on the date you first take possession of the Premises.

 

3.3You agree that the Floor Area of the Premises are as set out in schedule 1. If we appoint a surveyor registered under the Land Surveyors Act 1991 to survey the Floor Area, the surveyor’s findings will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake), and the Gross Rent, Service Charge and other payments due under this Lease (including the Security Deposit) will be adjusted as a result of any difference in floor area of more than 3%.

 

3.4You must not load any part of the floors of the Building with more than the weight set out in schedule 1 or such other weight limit as we may notify.

 

4YOUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT

 

4.1General obligations relating to payments

 

4.1.1Gross Rent and other payments

 

4.1.1.1.Upon signing this Lease, you must pay the Gross Rent for the period of one month from the Start Date. The Gross Rent for any period less than one month will be pro-rated (based on the actual number of days in that month). You must then pay us monthly in advance on each Payment Date the:

 

(a)Net Rent, calculated at the Net Rent Rate on the Floor Area; and

 

(b)Service Charge, calculated at the Service Charge Rate on the Floor Area.

 

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4.1.1.2.

You must pay us all amounts due under this Lease promptly when they are due on the Payment Date (except that you must pay the amounts in the statement of accounts set out in schedule 4 upon signing this Lease), without us having to ask or remind you, and without making any withholding, deduction, set-off or counterclaim.

 

4.1.1.3.Other than the first initial payment as set out under schedule 4, you must make all payments by standing order automated electronic payment (GIRO) to our account or in any other way we notify you.

 

4.1.1..4We may increase the Service Charge if there is any increase in the Total Outgoings. If we do so, we will notify you of the amount and effective date of increase in the Service Charge (per square metre). Such notice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay the increased Service Charge from the date of the increase as set out in our notice until the end of the Term.

 

4.1.1.5You must not use the Common Area or any space outside the Premises in connection with your Permitted Use. If we agree to your use of any part of the Common Area or any space outside the Premises in connection with your Permitted Use, we may set charges and terms for this, and may ask you to sign a separate agreement relating to that space.

 

4.1.2Rent-free Period (if any)

 

As a show of goodwill, we will grant you the Rent-free Period (if any). During any Rent-free Period, you do not have to pay the Gross Rent but you must continue to comply with all other terms of the Lease. However, if you carry out your business during any Rent-free Period, we may collect Service Charge from you from the date your business is started. In addition, if this Lease is brought to an end early, you must pay us the Gross Rent for the entire Rent-free Period immediately when we notify you.

 

4.1.3Interest

 

If you fail to pay the Gross Rent or any other amounts due to us under this Lease on the due date (for any reason, and whether or not we send you a formal notice), you must pay us when we notify you Interest on the amount you owe from the date the amount is due (or if we have to pay costs for any work or measures we have carried out on your behalf, from the date we pay for those costs) until the date you pay the amount that is due.

 

4.1.4Utilities

 

You must pay us (or the relevant supplier if this applies) the Utilities Charges for the Utilities supplied to the Premises during the Rent-free Period (if any) and the Term of this Lease. The Utilities Charges will be calculated at the rate we notify you in our invoice and you must pay us such Utilities Charges on the Payment Date. The amount as set out in our invoice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake).

 

4.1.5Electricity supply

 

4.1.5.1If we do not arrange for the supply of electricity to the Premises, you must make arrangements with a supplier or retailer, as the case may be, for supplying electricity to the Premises. You must also:

 

(a)first get our approval of the supplier or retailer before you arrange for them to supply electricity to the Premises; and

 

(b)pay all charges directly to the supplier or retailer (including any connection charges or deposit) for supplying electricity to the Premises.

 

4.1.5.2If we arrange for the supply of electricity to the Premises by bulk or block purchase or otherwise, you must pay us:

 

(a)Electricity Charges for electricity supplied to the Premises each month. The Electricity Charges will be calculated at the rate we notify you in an invoice;

 

(b)all other charges relating to supplying electricity to the Premises (including connection and administrative charges) as we notify you in an invoice; and

 

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(c)the Electricity Supply Deposit. We will notify you of the amount of the Electricity Supply Deposit that you must pay from time to time during the Term. If the Electricity Supply Deposit you have paid to us is less than the amount we have told you to pay, you must pay the difference to us. We will keep the Electricity Supply Deposit for the whole of the Term and we may use all or part of it to indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against you failing to keep to clauses 4.1.5.2(a) and 4.1.5.2(b) above. We will refund the Electricity Supply Deposit without interest and after making any deductions that are allowed under this Lease, within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, including that you have paid all amounts that you owe us. To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Electricity Supply Deposit to you.

 

4.1.5.3The amount as set out in our invoices in clause 4.1.5.2 above will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay such amounts to us on the Payment Date. If there are any clear and obvious mistakes in the amounts as set out in our invoices, we will notify you and you must pay the difference on the Payment Date from the date of such notice. Any retailer or supplier we appoint to provide electricity to the Premises will also have the same rights as us under this clause 4.1.5.

 

4.1.5.4If we make or intend to make a bulk or block purchase to supply electricity to the whole Building or the Park, you will be considered to have given your permission for the purchase. You must also, if we ask you to, sign an authorisation in such format as we may inform. If we decide to change the retailer or supplier during the Term, we may transfer the Electricity Supply Deposit at any time to any supplier or retailer.

 

4.1.6Taxes

 

Without affecting our obligations under clause 5.2, you must pay us immediately when we notify you any Taxes charged on the amounts you must pay under this Lease.

 

4.1.7Additional Property Tax

 

Once you have signed this Lease, you must pay us any Additional Property Tax that we notify you is due for the Premises, the Rent-free Period (if any) and the Term of this Lease. We will decide whether to object to or appeal against any assessment of annual value or any property tax that is charged on the Premises. Your liability to pay the Additional Property Tax will not be affected by the expiry or earlier determination of the Term.

 

4.1.8Security Deposit

 

4.1.8.1Upon signing this Lease , you must pay and maintain with us the Security Deposit during the Term, as security for you keeping to the terms of this Lease and to indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against any Losses we may suffer against you or any of Your Authorised People in relation to any matter arising out of or relating to the Premises or this Lease, including any amount you owe us during any holdover period or future lease of the Premises.

 

4.1.8.2If you do not keep to the terms of this Lease, we may use the Security Deposit to make good to our satisfaction any losses we have suffered, and you must pay us an amount equal to the amount of the Security Deposit we use, within seven days of us notifying you.

 

4.1.8.3If the Gross Rent is increased under this Lease, the Security Deposit will also be increased and you must pay the increased amount to us on the date we notify you.

 

4.1.8.4You must not set off (that is, treat it as payment of) any part of the Security Deposit against any Gross Rent or other amounts you owe us.

 

4.1.8.5We will refund the Security Deposit to you, without interest and after making any deductions that are allowed under this Lease, within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, including that you have paid all amounts that you owe us. To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Security Deposit to you.

 

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4.1.9Car-park passes

 

4.1.9.1As a show of goodwill, we will provide car-park passes, as set out in schedule 1, as long as:

 

(a)you pay the Car-park Charges at such rates that apply from time to time and as we notify you in our invoice. Such amount as set out in the invoice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake), and you must pay us such Car-park Charges on the Payment Date;

 

(b)you keep to all relevant Laws;

 

(c)our policies that apply from time to time allow for our provision of car-park passes to you; and

 

(d)we have passes available.

 

4.1.9.2If required by Law or under our policies, we may give you notice at any time to change or cancel the number of car-park passes we allocate to you or to revise our Car-park Charges.

 

4.1.10Insurance during the Lease

 

4.1.10.1From the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the end of the Term or any period of holding over (as described in clause 4.3.2), including while the Tenant’s Works are being carried out, you must arrange and maintain the following insurance policies:

 

(a)an insurance policy in your name:

 

(i)covering you against all risks of theft, physical loss or damage (including risks of fire) in respect of your property (including personal property), goods and stock-in-trade (including all plate glass and tempered glass, glass frontage and plant and machinery, if any) in the Premises;

 

(ii)up to the full replacement value of your property, goods and stock-in-trade in the Premises; and

 

(iii)which includes a waiver of subrogation clause (that is, a clause which disallows the insurer from stepping into the insured party’s shoes and making a claim against us to recover any money that the insurer has had to pay).

 

(b)a public liability insurance policy in your name, with us named as an insured party:

 

(i)protecting against claims arising out of or relating to your operations or anything that you, or Your Authorised People have done in or from the Premises or assumed under this Lease, which will be extended to include any of the insured parties’ legal liability for loss of or damage to the Premises (including all fixtures and fittings) and all of our property;

 

(ii)for at least the amount set out in schedule 1 or any higher amount as we may require; and

 

(iii)which includes a cross-liability clause (that is, a clause which allows an insured party from claiming against another insured party if they are both covered by the same insurance policy).

 

4.1.10.2You must take out the insurance policies with a reputable insurance company as we may approve.

 

4.1.10.3If we request, you must give us copies of the insurance policies and the receipt for the last premiums you have paid for the policies. We will not be considered to have approved the insurance policies just because we have seen copies of your insurance policies and you will remain responsible for your obligations under this Lease, including having to take out the necessary insurance policies as required under this clause 4.1.10.

 

4.1.11Not to affect our insurance

 

You must not do anything that makes any of the insurance policies void or voidable (that is, in a state as if the insurance policies never existed or potentially never existed), invalid or cancelled, or leads to an increase in the premium for the insurance policies. If you fail to keep to this clause 4.1.11, you must not claim against us for any claim which is actually covered or which would have been covered had you maintained the insurance policies. You must also make good any damage or losses we suffer, including paying any increased premium, costs and expenses for restoring or renewing the insurance policies.

 

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4.2General obligations during the Lease

 

4.2.1Tenant’s Works

 

4.2.1.1You must get our approval before carrying out any Tenant’s Works. If we give our approval, you must carry out and complete the Tenant’s Works in line with the Lease, including the Tenants’ Guide and any of our other requirements in respect of such Tenant’s Works.

 

4.2.1.2You must get and maintain all necessary approvals that are required by Law (including the Fire-safety Approval, if it applies) for carrying out the Tenant’s Works.

 

4.2.2Tenant’s Works Deposit

 

4.2.2.1If we ask you to, you must pay us a Tenant’s Works Deposit for carrying out any Tenant’s Works. You must do this by the date we notify you. You must pay to us, the initial Tenant’s Works Deposit, as set out in Schedule 1, upon signing this Lease.

 

4.2.2.2The Tenant’s Works Deposit is security to make sure that you:

 

(a)comply with clause 4.2.1; and

 

(b)make good, to our satisfaction, any damage to the Premises, Building and Park resulting from the Tenant’s Works.

 

4.2.2.3If you do not comply with clause 4.2.2.2, we may carry out the necessary works and use the Tenant’s Works Deposit to pay the costs and expenses of that work. If the Tenant’s Works Deposit is not enough to cover the cost of the work, you must pay us immediately, when we notify you, the difference between the costs and expenses of the work and the Tenant’s Works Deposit.

 

4.2.2.4You must give us (i) the relevant plans, (ii) appropriate architect, engineer, qualified person or consultant certificates to confirm that the work has been carried out to the necessary standards, and (iii) the Fire Safety Approval, before you start operations at the Premises. If you fail to do this, you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) the Tenant’s Works Deposit. This will not affect any of our rights or remedies against you, including our right to charge you for any penalty fees imposed by the Authorities and our right to terminate this Lease for such breach.

 

4.2.2.5We will refund the Tenant’s Works Deposit to you, without interest, within 30 days after:

 

(a)the Tenant’s Works have been completed in accordance with this Lease, including that you have submitted the relevant plans, certificates and Fire Safety Approval required in accordance with clause 4.2.2.4;

 

(b)you have complied with all our requirements in respect of the Tenant’s Works;

 

(c)you have made good any damage to the Premises, Building and Park, to our satisfaction; and

 

(d)we have deducted any amounts owing under clause 4.2.2.3.

 

To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Tenant’s Works Deposit to you.

 

4.2.3Insurance while carrying out Tenant’s Works

 

4.2.3.1Before starting any Tenant’s Works, you must take out and maintain (i) an all-risks policy and (ii) a comprehensive public liability insurance policy against claims for personal injury, death or property damage or Losses arising out of or relating to the Tenant’s Works. Each insurance policy must provide coverage of at least S$2,000,000.00 (or such higher amount we tell you) for any one occurrence and it must be effective for the entire period of the Tenant’s Works.

 

4.2.3.2You must take out and maintain such insurance policies mentioned in clause 4.2.3.1 in the joint names of us and your contractors as co-insured parties for our and their respective rights and interests. You must use a reputable insurance company, and such insurance policies must each include a cross-liability clause (that is, a clause which allows an insured party from claiming against another insured party if they are both covered by the same insurance policy).

 

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4.2.3.3You must give us copies of such insurance policies mentioned in clause 4.2.3.1 if we ask for one. However, giving us such copies will not be considered to be constructive notice of any terms of such insurance policies nor, and will not in any way reduce or affect your obligations under this Lease, including clause 4.2.3.

 

4.2.4Maintain and repair

 

4.2.4.1You must:

 

(a)keep the Premises in a clean and tidy condition to keep to what we require under this Lease (including the Tenants’ Guide);

 

(b)keep the Premises (including all fixtures and fittings, mechanical and electrical equipment and Conducting Media in and serving the Premises, whether these belong to you or us) in good and tenantable repair and condition (that is, in a state and condition safe and suitable for use and in which you have carried out all necessary repairs for), except for fair wear and tear; and

 

(c)immediately make good, to our satisfaction, any damage you cause to the Premises (including our fixtures and fittings in them), or to any other part of the Building or Park.

 

4.2.5Permitting us to inspect the Premises and carry out repairs

 

You must allow us and Our Authorised People to enter the Premises with advance notice (except in cases of emergency) and at no cost to us, so that we may:

 

(a)check if you are keeping to the terms of this Lease;

 

(b)carry out spot checks and inspect the condition of the Premises;

 

(c)take a schedule of fixtures and fittings;

 

(d)investigate the cause of any interference or disturbance to other tenants and occupants;

 

(e)gain access to parts of the Building, mechanical and electrical equipment and/or Conducting Media (or both) which can only be accessed through or in the Premises;

 

(f)carry out any work relating to the mechanical and electrical equipment or Conducting Media and to install extra mechanical and electrical equipment or Conducting Media or to repair or replace any fixtures or fittings which belong to us;

 

(g)enforce any right or to meet any obligation we have under this Lease or the Head Lease or any obligation we have to any third party who has legal rights over the Premises, the Building or Park or whose Conducting Media passes through the Premises;

 

(h)build, alter, repair or maintain the Premises, the Building or Park (including cleaning the windows on the outside of the Building or anything serving the rest of the Building and Park as well as anything running through the Premises); and

 

(i)carry out any work which we need or want to carry out to any part of the Building or Park (including the services and facilities in it), including the right to build onto any boundary wall of the Premises.

 

4.2.5.1If we find that you have not kept to all the terms of this Lease, you must carry out the necessary work promptly and within the time period as set out in the notice we give you and to our satisfaction.

 

4.2.5.2If you do not carry out and complete the necessary work in time, we may enter the Premises to do the necessary work, and you must pay the costs and expenses for any such work. You must also, if we notify you to, do the following:

 

(a)remove your installations, machinery, partitions or any other item so that we can carry out the work. If you fail to do this, we may remove them and you will have to pay the costs and expenses immediately when we notify you. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses you suffer due to us removing these items; and

 

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(b)stop your activities to the extent and during the hours as set out in the notice we give you so we can carry out the work (including any investigations relating to the work).

 

4.2.5.3While we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to your business operations at the Premises, we will not be responsible to you for any Losses you suffer or inconvenience caused while we are inspecting the Premises or carrying out such works or repairs under this clause 4.2.5.

 

4.3General Obligations Relating to Moving out of the Premises

 

4.3.1Moving out of the Premises

 

4.3.1.1When this Lease ends, you must have completed the Reinstatement Works in line with this Lease (including the Tenants’ Guide), and return the Premises and all keys (including mailbox keys) to us.

 

4.3.1.2If you fail to keep to clause 4.3.1.1, we may carry out the Reinstatement Works. If we do this, you must pay us immediately:

 

(a)all our costs and expenses, and

 

(b)an amount equal to double the amount of Gross Rent due for the period it takes us to carry out and complete the Reinstatement Works.

 

4.3.1.3If we agree that you do not need to carry out the Reinstatement Works, we may require you to pay a reinstatement amount, which we will estimate based on the costs and expenses that we may need to pay to carry out and complete the Reinstatement Works. After making this payment, you will be considered to have transferred all such fixtures and fittings to us and we may remove, dispose or deal with them as we see fit, and you may not claim for any money left over after our removing, disposing or dealing with such fixtures and fittings.

 

4.3.1.4Any invoice we give you of the amounts you must pay to us under clauses 4.3.1.2 and 4.3.1.3 above is final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay us such amounts on the Payment Date.

 

4.3.2Holding over

 

If you do not provide us with vacant possession of the Premises when this Lease ends or continue to occupy the Premises after this Lease ends, you will be considered to be holding over and must pay us an amount equal to double the amount of Gross Rent or the market rent for the Premises that is current at that time as we may inform you (whichever is higher) for every day of the holding-over period, within seven days of our notice to you. Such holding over will not be considered as a renewal of this Lease. This clause 4.3.2 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

4.3.3Viewing

 

During the six months before the end of this Lease, you must, if we give you notice, allow us, our agents and anyone else we authorise to view the Premises for the purpose of re-letting them.

 

4.4Other terms

 

4.4.1Assigning and subletting

 

4.4.1.1You must not novate (that is, transfer all or some of your rights and obligations), assign (that is, transfer all or some of your rights), sublet, license, part with or share possession or occupation, mortgage or create a charge over, or grant anyone else any rights in respect of, this Lease or the Premises without our approval.

 

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4.4.1.2If you are a company, and there is a change in your management control or majority shareholders and you did not get our approval before making the change, this will be considered as an assignment of this Lease. For the purposes of this clause 4.4.1.2, ‘majority shareholder’ means a person who:

 

(a)controls the structure of your board of directors;

 

(b)controls more than 50% of your issued share capital; or

 

(c)controls more than 50% of your voting power.

 

4.4.1.3Without affecting clause 4.4.1.1, if you are a sole proprietor or a partnership made up of partners carrying out a business under a business name registered under the Business Names Registration Act 2014 or any other Law, and there is a change in the constitution or membership of the sole-proprietorship or partnership and you did not get our approval before making the change, this will be considered as an assignment of this Lease.

 

4.4.1.4If we give any approval under this clause 4.4.1, we may set any terms, including charging fees, and section 17 of the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act 1886 will not apply.

 

4.4.2No lodging of caveat, registering this Lease or subdividing the Building

 

4.4.2.1You must not (i) lodge a caveat relating to this Lease, nor (ii) register this Lease at the Singapore Land Registry and you must immediately withdraw any caveats which are lodged in spite of this clause 4.4.2.1.

 

4.4.2.2You must not ask us to subdivide the Building or do anything which could mean that we have to subdivide the Building.

 

4.4.23.This Lease does not operate as a Lease capable of registration under the Land Titles Act 1993 or any other Law.

 

4.4.3Keeping to the Law

 

4.4.3.1You must keep to the Law and all requirements of the Authorities relating to:

 

(a)the Premises and using or occupying the Premises; and

 

(b)your obligations under this Lease.

 

4.4..3.2You must immediately notify us of:

 

(a)any notice or order you receive from any Authority in relation to the Premises or this Lease;

 

(b)any defect in the Premises which may cause us to have any Losses or duty; and

 

(c)any damage that may happen to the Premises.

 

4.4.3.3Without affecting clause 4.4.3.1, you must not allow the Premises to be used as a place where any person is employed in a way that is not allowed under section 57(1)(e) of the Immigration Act 1959, section 5 of the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act 1990 or any other Law.

 

4.4.4Head Lease

 

You must keep to the conditions (if any) that the Head Landlord sets when approving this Lease, including in particular, any conditions that relate to the Premises, Building and Park.

 

4.4.5Tenants’ Guide

 

You confirm that you have read and received a copy of the Tenants’ Guide and you agree that you must keep to the Tenants’ Guide and any other rules that we set, including paying any fees, charges, costs and expenses arising out of or relating to, or as a result of you failing to keep to your obligations under the Tenants’ Guide. You must also make sure that Your Authorised People keep to the Tenants’ Guide. We may add to or vary the Tenants’ Guide at any time by making such revised Tenant’s Guide available on the Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal.

 

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4.4.6Confidentiality of information

 

4..4.6.1In order to protect and maintain the confidentiality of this Lease and any information relating to this Lease, and to prevent any unauthorised access to such information, you must not reveal to any third party (other than your professional advisors), this Lease or any information or any correspondence relating to this Lease, unless such disclosure is required under any Law or you get our approval beforehand. If you are allowed to reveal information to any third party, you must make sure that they keep to the terms of this clause 4.4.6.1 and such other terms as we may notify you.

 

4.4.6.2Without affecting anything else in this Lease, if you do not keep to clause 4.4.6.1 we may withdraw any special concessions we have granted you under this Lease. This includes but is not limited to:

 

(a)the Rent-free period (if any), meaning that you must pay us the Gross Rent for the entire Rent-free Period;

 

(b)any special rental rates, meaning that you must pay us a revised gross rent for the entire Term based on the market rent that applies at that time; and

 

(c)all other special concessions we grant to you.

 

4.4.6.3This clause 4.4.6 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

4.4.7Indemnity by you

 

4.4.7.1You must indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against all Losses which we may suffer or have to pay arising out of or relating to death, injury, loss or damage caused, directly or indirectly, by:

 

(a)anything that happens in the Premises or the use or occupation of the Premises;

 

(b)you or Your Authorised People to the Premises, Building or any property in them, including if caused by using, misusing, wasting or abusing the Utilities or faulty fittings or fixtures or in respect of the condition of any part of the Premises; and

 

(c)you failing to keep to the terms of this Lease.

 

4.4.7.2This clause 4.4.7 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

5OUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT

 

5.1Quiet enjoyment

 

If you pay the Gross Rent and other amounts due under this Lease and keep to the terms of this Lease, you may occupy and use the Premises during the Term without any disturbance from us, except as allowed under this Lease.

 

5.2Property Tax

 

We will pay the Base Property Tax for the Premises for the Term, calculated as follows:

 

Base Property Tax = A X C

for each month where

 

A : monthly Net Rent payable by you under this Lease
C : property tax rate applicable on the Term Start Date

 

To avoid any doubt, this does not include any Additional Property Tax, which you must pay.

 

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5.3Managing the Building

 

We will:

 

(a)keep the exterior of the Building, the Common Areas and the amenities and facilities in the Building which are for common use in good repair, and keep the mechanical and electrical services in working order and condition (except for fair wear and tear);

 

(b)provide lift services during such hours as we may notify to you, electricity for lighting the Common Areas and water for the toilet facilities (if any) in the Common Areas;

 

(c)keep the Common Areas adequately clean and lit; and

 

(d)insure the Building (not including your fixtures and fittings) against damage by fire and any other risks as we may decide.

 

5.4No claim against us

 

5.4.1Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, we are not responsible to you, and you must not claim against us, for any death, injury, or Losses which you or Your Authorised People may suffer (whether caused by negligence or otherwise) in connection with the following circumstances:

 

(a)any interruption in any of the services mentioned in clause 5.3 due to the state and condition or any repair, maintenance, damage or destruction of any installations or equipment or any mechanical, electrical, electronic, microprocessor or software defect, malfunction or breakdown that occurs;

 

(b)any act, failure to act, negligence or misconduct of:

 

(i)any of our employees or agents in relation to the Premises or the Building;

 

(ii)Our Authorised People carrying out any duty relating to the services mentioned in clause 5.3;

 

(iii)any contractor or consultant we have nominated or approved under this Lease; or

 

(iv)any other person in the Building;

 

(c)any other tenants, Your Authorised People and other people in the Building not keeping to the Tenants’ Guide;

 

(d)any accidents, injuries, loss or damage to property or people in the Premises, Building or Park;

 

(e)the use of the car-parks in the Building;

 

(f)any failure, inability or defect in the supply or character of electricity, water (including chilled water) or, if it applies, gas supplied to the Premises by any service provider;

 

(g)leaks or defects in the piping, wiring and sprinkler system, or defects in the structure of the Building;

 

(h)any failure or delay by us to carry out measures to prevent any outbreak or spread of any Infectious Disease in the Building;

 

(i)any terrorist act regardless of any other cause or event contributing to the loss (including any action taken to control, prevent or otherwise deal with any terrorist act); and

 

(j)any Circumstances Beyond Our Control.

 

5.4.2This clause 5.4 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

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5.5Limits to trustee’s liability

 

5.5.1If we are an entity listed on the stock exchange, the following clause will apply to this Lease:

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, you agree that we are entering into this Lease only in our capacity as trustee of Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust (the ‘REIT’) and not in our personal capacity. As such, any liability or indemnity we give or will give, and any power and right we grant to any receiver, attorney, agent or delegate of the trustee of the REIT will be limited to the assets of the REIT over which, as trustee of the REIT, we have legal rights, and will not extend to any of our personal assets or any assets we hold in our capacity as trustee of any other trust. This clause still applies even if this Lease ends, is brought to an end early or is cancelled. This clause will apply, with the necessary amendments and without affecting the meaning of this clause, to any notice, certificate or other document we issue under this Lease, as if it were set out in the notice, certificate or document.

 

5.5.2If we are an entity not listed on the stock exchange, the following clause will apply to this Lease:

 

If the Building is sold to the trustee of Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust (‘A-REIT’), you agree that the following clause (or a variation of the following clause) will be included in this Lease.

 

‘Limits to trustee’s liability

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, you agree that we are entering into this Lease only in our capacity as trustee of A-REIT and not in our personal capacity. As such, any liability or indemnity we give or will give, and any power and right we grant to any receiver, attorney, agent or delegate of the trustee of A-REIT will be limited to the assets of A-REIT over which the trustee of A-REIT has legal rights, and will not extend to any of our personal assets or any assets that the trustee of A-REIT holds in our capacity as trustee of any other trust. This clause still applies even if this Lease ends, is brought to an end early or is cancelled. This clause will apply, with the necessary amendments and without affecting the meaning of this clause, to any notice, certificate or other document we issue under this Lease, as if it were set out in the notice, certificate or document.’

 

6OUR GENERAL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES

 

6.1Cost and expenses

 

If we give you notice, you must pay immediately our full costs and expenses (including legal fees, administrative charges and stamp duty), relating to:

 

(a)preparing, negotiating and completing this Lease (including any Side Letters);

 

(b)considering your request for our permission or approval (including our professional advisor’s fees for advising us); and

 

(c)you not keeping to the terms of this Lease.

 

You must pay such costs and expenses on an indemnity basis (that is, to pay for all our costs and expenses and not dispute or claim that we should have minimised such costs and expenses).

 

6.2Set-off and forfeiture of deposits

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, we may deduct any payments you owe us from any deposits you have paid under this Lease. If we have deducted money from a deposit in this way, you must pay us an amount equal to the amount we have deducted within seven days of us notifying you. When this Lease ends, you must collect any deposits you have paid under this Lease within one year from such date as we have first tried to return you such deposit. If you don’t, you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) these deposits.

 

6.3Remedial measures

 

If you fail to keep to the terms of this Lease, we may take action to deal with the situation (including issuing a stop order relating to any offending activity or stepping in to do any repair or remedial works). You must pay all our costs and expenses for us taking the actions under this clause 6.3. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses or inconvenience you may suffer due to us carrying out the actions. To avoid any doubt, we do not need to exercise this right under this clause 6.3 before we exercise our other rights.

 

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6.4Re-entry

 

6.4.1You will have failed to keep to the terms of this Lease if:

 

(a)you fail to pay the Gross Rent or any other amounts you must pay under this Lease within 14 days after the due date;

 

(b)you do not keep to, and where possible, fail to correct your actions to keep to, the terms of this Lease (other than under clause 6.4.1(a)) within 14 days of our notice or such longer period as we may notify you (except in cases of emergency);

 

(c)another creditor or person enforces a writ of execution (that is, a court order which permits a transfer of assets, money or property belonging to a debtor to pay off a legal judgment) or levies distress (that is, the forcible taking of a tenant’s property by a landlord to pay off any overdue or unpaid rent or other money owed under a lease) on your property; or

 

(d)you become or are reasonably likely to become insolvent (that is, when you are unable or likely unable to pay any debts as and when they are due).

 

6.4.2If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, we may re-enter and take possession of all or any part of the Premises at any time, including during the Rent-free Period, and even if we have previously chosen not to enforce our right of re-entry, and the Term and this Lease will then end on the date of such re-entry or notice. To avoid any doubt, if you return any keys to us, this does not mean that we have accepted the surrender of the Premises, unless we confirm this in writing.

 

6.4.3If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, we may notify you to novate (that is, transfer all or some of your rights and obligations) or assign (that is, transfer all or some of your rights) your sub-leases to us, including all rent and any security deposits relating to such sub-tenancies. Upon receiving such notice, you must immediately sign such novation or will be considered to have agreed to such assignment, and must make sure all sub-tenants sign such novation or agree to such assignment, including paying all rent received from such sub- tenancies, directly to us.

 

6.4.4If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, you must, if we give you notice, leave on the Premises any of your property that we may require as set out in such notice.

 

6.4.5If we end this Lease in line with clause 6.4.2:

 

(a)your interest in and the rights to the Premises will end;

 

(b)you must move out of the Premises immediately, except that you must still carry out the Reinstatement Works in line with clause 4.3 unless we notify you otherwise;

 

(c)you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) any money or deposits you have paid to us;

 

(d)you must indemnify us (that is, pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) from and against all Losses we suffer as a result of re-entering the Premises, including Gross Rent for the Rent-free Period, any Gross Rent which you would have paid if the Term had been completed, and all our costs and expenses of re-letting or trying to re-let the Premises); and

 

(e)you will not have any claim against us for any Losses you suffer due to us ending this Lease.

 

6.5Removing your property

 

6.5.1If you leave any of your property at the Premises when this Lease ends, we have the right to dispose of it in whatever way we consider appropriate, and you must pay any costs involved. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to us removing any property from the Premises under this clause 6.5.

 

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6.5.2If we sell your property under clause 6.5.1 above, we may use the proceeds from the sale to pay our costs, expenses, Interest and any other money you owe us under this Lease. If there is any money left over, we will return such monies to you.

 

6.5.3You must indemnify us (that is, pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against any Losses we have to any third party whose property we deal with or dispose of because we mistakenly believe it is yours.

 

6.5.4This clause 6.5 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

6.6Government takeover under the Land Acquisition Act 1966

 

If any Authority compulsorily takes over the Building or any part of it, or issues any notice, order or gazette notification to take over the Building or any part of it, we may give you notice and end this Lease without compensation. To avoid any doubt, this will not affect any rights or remedies we have relating to you not keeping to the terms of this Lease.

 

6.7We may transfer this Lease

 

We may novate (that is, transfer all or some of our rights and obligations) or assign (that is, transfer all or some of our rights) under this Lease to another party without your permission. Following such transfer, you:

 

(a)will be considered as having agreed to such transfer and having accepted the new landlord;

 

(b)must release us vfrom all our obligations under this Lease (including our obligation to refund the Security Deposit and any other amounts under this Lease;

 

(c)sign the novation agreement or the acknowledgement to the notice of assignment of this Lease, which we will prepare at our cost; and

 

(d)get a replacement bank guarantee for the new landlord, if we request this, to replace any bank guarantee you have given us.

 

7OTHER TERMS

 

7.1Notices

 

7.1.1All notices relating to this Lease must be in writing.

 

7.1.2Any notice we give you is only valid if we post it on the Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal, give it by hand or send it by post to the Premises or to your registered office or business address.

 

7.1.3Any notice you give to us is only valid if you send it by registered post to our registered office.

 

7.1.4Any notice will be considered as served:

 

(a)(for a notice given by hand) immediately on the day it is sent; and

 

(b)(for notice sent by registered post) 24 hours after it is posted as long as the sender can show that the envelope containing the notice was addressed, stamped and posted.

 

7.2Process of serving documents in line with the Law

 

7.2.1Any legal process will be considered as served if it is sent to:

 

(a)us by registered post to our business address;

 

(b)you by registered post to or by leaving it at your business address or the Premises; or

 

(c)your or our solicitor by registered post to or by leaving it at their business address.

 

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7.2.2If you are a company that is not incorporated or registered in Singapore:

 

(a)you must deliver to us, within seven days of appointing the process agent, a copy of the letter (in a form we approve) issued by the process agent to us, agreeing (in a way that cannot be changed) to act as your process agent (that is, once they have agreed to act as your process agent, you or they cannot withdraw this agreement);

 

(b)serving documents on your process agent at their last known address will be considered as satisfactorily serving documents under the Law on you; and

 

(d)clauses 7.2.2(a) and 7.2.2(b) will not affect our right to serve process in any other manner allowed by Law.

 

7.3No waiver

 

7.3.1If we give you permission not to keep to any of the terms of this Lease, or if we choose not to take action even if you are not keeping to any of the terms, this decision is only effective if we confirm it in writing. If we know about you not keeping to any of the terms of this Lease, or we accept the Gross Rent or any amount due under this Lease, this does not mean that we do not require you to keep to the terms of this Lease or that we have chosen not to take action.

 

7.3.2If we give written permission or confirmation as set out in clause 7.3.1 above, this does not mean that we have also given permission or agreed not to take action if you:

 

(a)do not keep to the same term of this Lease again; or

 

(b)do not keep to another term of this Lease.

 

7.4Entire Agreement

 

7.4.1This Lease forms the entire agreement between you and us for this lease of the Premises.

 

7.4.2We are not bound by any statement, conduct or promises (whether written or spoken, express or implied by common law, statute, custom or in any other way) relating to the Premises, Building or Park if they are not set out in this Lease.

 

7.4.3You confirm that you have not agreed to or signed this Lease as a result of relying on any statement, conduct or promise we have made (or which someone else has made on our behalf), which is not as set out in this Lease.

 

7.4.4You and we each state, guarantee, confirm and agree that each has full power and authority to enter into and carry out the obligations contained within this Lease, and this Lease is valid and binding.

 

7.5Severability

 

If any part of this Lease cannot be enforced or if all or part of any clause in this Lease is illegal or invalid or cannot be enforced by Law, this will not affect the legality, validity or enforceability of any other clause in this Lease.

 

7.6Governing Law and jurisdiction

 

7.6.1This Lease is governed by Singapore Law.

 

7.6.2You and we agree that the appropriate legal forum for any disputes relating to this Lease will be the courts of Singapore.

 

7.7Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001

 

Apart from (i) the Head Landlord, (ii) any Authorities and (iii) any people authorised by us, the Head Landlord and/or the Authorities, no person who is not a party to this Lease has any right under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001 to enforce or enjoy the benefit of any term of this Lease.

 

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7.8Electronic Signatures

 

The Parties acknowledge and agree that we are authorised to rely upon and accept as an original for all purposes, this Lease, any other transaction document or other communication delivered by you or its solicitor by facsimile, telegraphic,.pdf, e-mail or other electronic transmission (each, a “Communication”) which we or our solicitor in good faith believes has been signed by you, including by electronic signature, and which has been so delivered to us or our solicitor. Such Communication shall have the same force and effect as an original signature. Without limitation, “electronic signature” will include versions of an original signature on a document electronically scanned and transmitted versions (e.g., via pdf) of an original signature; it shall also include eSignatures included on documents accessed from electronic and/or mobile devices via eSignature Services such as Docusign and AdobeSign. Notwithstanding the foregoing, we will in any instance require that an original document be submitted to us in lieu of, or in addition to, any such Communication.

 

Counterparts

 

This Lease may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute the same agreement. One or more counterparts of this Lease may be delivered by facsimile or pdf electronic transmission, with the intention that they shall have the same effect as an original counterpart.

 

8SUPPRESSION OF CORRUPT PRACTICE

 

8.1The group of which we form part is committed to conducting its business in an ethical manner and expects all its employees and parties with which it has a contractual relationship to conduct themselves with high ethical standards and to comply with applicable laws for the suppression of corrupt practices (“Anti-Corruption Laws”).

 

8.2You represent and warrant that, to the best of your knowledge, neither you nor any person who (by reference to all relevant circumstances) performs services or acts for or on behalf of you in any capacity (including, without limitation, employees, agents, related corporations and subcontractors) (“Representatives”) has contravened, or procured or encouraged third parties (including, to avoid any doubt, the employees of or any person acting on our behalf) to contravene, any Anti-Corruption Laws in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease.

 

8.3You must immediately notify us if any person employed by us or acting on our behalf or any of your Representatives, has contravened or attempted to contravene any Anti-Corruption Laws in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease, and must take adequate steps to protect the interests of both you and us. All such notices to us should be sent to the Chairman of the Audit Committee (“AC”) C/O Head of Group Internal Audit of CapitaLand Limited at the following email address: Whistleblowing.ACChair@capitaland.com.

 

8.4We may terminate this Lease and all arrangements under this Lease forthwith if you or any of your Representatives has contravened or attempted to contravene any Anti-Corruption Laws, whether in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease or otherwise. Such termination shall not affect our other rights and remedies whether under this Lease or otherwise.

 

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SCHEDULE 5

PLAN OF THE PREMISES

 

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SCHEDULE 6

DECLARATION FORM

 

1.Details (see note below)

 

Name of company or firm (as in ACRA): PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.
Premises: 83 Science Park Drive #04-01A The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258
Company’s mailing address: 83 Science Park Drive #02-01 The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258
Phone:     69099430

Email address

sharontan@phaostech.com

Company registration number:

201704914C

Country where the company is incorporated:

Singapore

 

Company’s principal activity:

 

ENGINEERING DESIGN AND CONSULTANCY ACTIVITIES N.E.C.

 

Note: If you are a foreign firm or new company in the process of being set up, please provide a local contact address and phone number, where possible.

 

2.Using the Premises

 

Design, assembly and sales support of Phaos Technology optical microscope systems

 

2.1Urban Redevelopment Agency’s 60:40 requirements

 

 

Do your activities in the Premises meet the Urban Redevelopment    
Authority’s (URA) 6040 requirements (set out below) for use of space? Yes      ☒ No       ☐

 

 

Science or business park
 
URA’s 60:40 requirements: You must make sure that at least 60% of the Floor Area is used for business park activities. The remaining space can be used as offices, showrooms, circulation space or shared facilities and other areas approved in writing by the relevant Authorities.

 

2.2Application to the Central Building Plan Department of the National Environment Agency (NEA) relating to the use of the Premises

 

You will need to submit your application online at https://e-services.nea.gov.sg/ias/. You must state in the application that the Premises are used for the purposes as set out in paragraph 2 of this declaration form. You must let us have a copy of the acknowledgement that your application has been accepted. When you receive the NEA’s clearance letter, please let us have a copy of the letter allowing you to use the Premises for your operations.

 

2.3Applying for drinkable water or non-drinkable water

 

You must apply to the Authorities for drinkable or non-drinkable water if you use more than 500 cubic metres of water per month.

 

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Declaration

 

I declare that all the information and details I have provided on this form are true, correct and complete, and that we will not change the activities to be carried out in the Premises without first getting your approval.

 

Andrew Yeo CEO

 
Name and job title   Signature
   
     
 

22-Sep-22 | 7:19 PM PDT

Company stamp   Date

 

Please provide details of the person we can contact about handing over the Premises.

 

Sharon Tan

Name and job title: HR & Admin Manager

 

69099430       sharontan@phaostech.com

Contact number and email address:______________________________________

 

Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal Administrator (you must fill in this section)

 

Please provide details of the person who will be managing your company account through our Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal.

 

Name: Sharon Tan  
     
Job title: HR & Admin Manager  
     
Email address: sharontan@phaostech.com  
     
Contact number: 69099430  

 

E-billing (you must fill in this section)

 

Please provide details of the person (for example, the finance manager) who will be accessing the billing invoices through our Capitaland Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal.

 

Name: Sharon Tan  
     
Job title: HR & Admin Manager  
     
Email address: sharontan@phaostech.com  
     
Contact number: 69099430  

 

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SCHEDULE 7

JTC SUBLETTING APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

 

This schedule does not apply to this Lease.

 

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We and you confirm our entry into this Lease, as signed and witnessed below.

 

Landlord (us)

 

Signed

for and on behalf of us

CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.

 

 
Name of authorised signatory: Roszita Yatim   Name of authorised signatory: CHAN Lih Luen
Designation: Senior Executive   Designation: Head - Lease Management
Lease Management   Lease Management
Tenant (you)    

 

Signed by

for and on behalf of you

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

 

Name: Andrew Yeo

Title: CEO

Company stamp:

 

As witnessed in the presence of:

 

Witness

 

Name: Tay Beng Boon

Title: COO

Address: 83 Science Park Drive. Unit 04-1B

Singapore 118258

 

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Exhibit 10.16

 

 

Lease reference number: t0025151

 

 

Date: 21-NOV-2023                         
 

CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.

 

and

 

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

 

Lease for

 

83 SCIENCE PARK DRIVE

#02-01 & #04-01B THE CURIE

SINGAPORE SCIENCE PARK I

SINGAPORE 118258

 

 

 

 

SCHEDULE 1

DETAILS OF LEASE

 

Item 1: Landlord (we, us, our) : CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.
       
Item 2: Tenant (you, your) : PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.
       
Item 3: Premises    
  (a) Unit numbers : #02-01 & #04-01B The Curie
       
  (b) Building : 83 Science Park Drive The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258
       
  (c) Boundary : (for identification only) edged in red in the attached plan (or plans),
    marked as schedule 5
Item 4: Floor Area :  
  Unit numbers   Floor Area (square metre)
  #02-01 & #04-01B   223.27
  The Curie 223.27 Total Floor Area  

 

223.27

Item 5:

Possession Date

:

 

N.A.

     
Item 6: Start Date : 21 November 2023
       
Item 7: Term : 24 months & 24 days beginning from the Start Date
       
Item 8: Permitted Use : Design, assembly and sales support of Phaos Technology optical microscope systems only
       
Item 9: Rent :  

 

(a)The Gross Rent, Net Rent and Service Charge are as follows.

 

Unit  Net Rent Rate (per square metre)   Service Charge Rate (per square metre)   Gross Rent Rate
(per square
metre)
   Net Rent   Service Charge   Gross Rent   Period such rent or charge applies for
#02-01 & #04-01B The Curie
  $28.50   $5.40   $33.90   $6,363.20   $1,205.66   $7,568.86   21 November 2023 to 14 December 2025

 

(b)The charges shown above do not include goods and services tax (GST) and other Taxes you must pay under this Lease.

 

Item 10:

Fitting Out Rent-free

Period (if any)

:   Unit Start Date   End date   Length of Fitting Out Rent-free Period
      N.A.   N.A.   N.A.   N.A.

 

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Item 11:

Term Rent-free Period (if any)

:

Unit  

Start Date

  End date   Length of Term Rent-free Period
    N.A   N.A   N.A   N.A
                   
Item 12: Security Deposit : $22,706.58, being 03 months’ Gross Rent
       
Item 13: Tenant’s Works Deposit : $2,232.70 (based on the rate of $10.00 per square metre of the Floor Area of the Premises (a minimum of $2,000.00 applies))
                 
Item 14: Public liability insurance amount : $3 million        
                 
Item 15:

Electricity Supply Deposit (initial)

: N.A.      

 

 

Item 16: Floor loading limit : Storey   Floor Loading (kN per square metre)
      1   12.5
      2   12.5
      3   12.5
      4   12.5
           
Item 17: Car-park passes (if any) : 02    

 

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SCHEDULE 2

SPECIAL COVENANTS

 

(By way of note, the Plain English Campaign’s Crystal Mark will not apply to this section.)

 

[Any commercial terms and amendments to the Standard Covenants or Tenants’ Guide will be set out in this schedule.]

 

A)TAKING OVER CONDITION

 

You are aware that the Premises is fitted with light fittings, variable refrigerant volume ("VRV") air-conditioning system, fire protection system, distribution system, etc. You must at your own costs, maintain our fittings and fixtures according to our and the Authorities’ requirements. To avoid any doubt, when this Lease ends, our fittings and fixtures will be returned to us in tenantable condition (that is, in state and condition safe and suitable for use and for which you have carried out all necessary repairs).

 

B)COMMUNITY VIBRANCY

 

You must participate in at least 02 community events per year (collectively the “Particular Events") as organised by NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (“NUS") acting through NUS Enterprise. Your participation in the Particular Events will be determined by NUS as they may decide. If you fail to keep to the terms of this Special Condition B), then we may revise the Net Rent Rate to the then prevailing market rental rate ("Prevailing Rent Rate") if the Prevailing Rent Rate is higher than that reflected under Item 9(a) of schedule 1. You will pay the increase of the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate from the date reflected in our written notice to you that such amount is payable, and you will pay all costs and expense (including legal costs and stamp duties) for this.

 

C)JOINT DEVELOPMENT OF PROJECT/PRODUCTS

 

You must make sure of having the joint development of at least 01 ongoing project or product per year ("Joint Development”) with members of NUS’s community. If any events/activities are to be organised in respect of the Joint Development, you must reasonably try to carry out such events/activities within the Park. If you fail to keep to the terms of this Special Condition C), then we may revise the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate (as defined under Special Condition B) above) if the Prevailing Rent Rate is higher than that reflected under Item 9(a) of schedule 1. You will pay the increase of the Net Rent Rate to the Prevailing Rent Rate from the date reflected in our written notice to you that such amount is payable, and you will pay all costs and expense (including legal costs and stamp duties) for this.

 

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SCHEDULE 3

BUILDING COVENANTS

 

(By way of note, the Plain English Campaign’s Crystal Mark will not apply to this section.)

 

[Any Building Covenants specific to the Building will be set out in this schedule.]

 

In addition to the provisions set out in the Special Covenants, both you and us must keep to and be bound by the following

terms, covenants and conditions:-

 

A)REDEVELOPMENT

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, if at any time during the Term we decide that:-

 

(i)the Building is to be demolished for redevelopment; or
   
(ii)the Building or any part of the Building is to be renovated, retrofitted, refurbished or altered, and this will affect the Premises,

 

we may end this Lease by giving you 06 months' notice in writing.

 

When this Lease ends, you must deliver vacant possession of the Premises to us in line with the terms of this Lease, and you will have no claim (including right of compensation) against us for ending this Lease.

 

To avoid any doubt, this will not affect any rights and remedies that we may have against you in respect of any of your failure to keep to the terms and conditions of this Lease which occurred before the ending of this Lease. We may also offer you alternative space if available which you may relocate to within such time as we notify you and on such rent, lease term and other terms and conditions as we may decide. Whether or not you accept the offer, this will not affect your obligation to deliver vacant possession of the Premises on the date set out in the notice.

 

B)GREEN LEASE CERTIFIED/GOLD REQUIREMENTS

 

As the Building is presently or intended to be Green Mark certified, you must keep to our following requirements during the Term:

 

1.You must use energy-saving light bulbs for lighting and the overall lighting power density for office area together with laboratories shall not exceed 10 watts per square metre. If you use fluorescent light fittings, you must install it with electronics ballast. You may also use LED lights for as long as such lights do not exceed 8 watts per square metre. You must submit the lighting technical specifications, lighting schedules (showing the quantity, types of lightings and location), lighting layout plans, and the lighting power budget to us for approval before installation.
  
2.The overall lighting power density for retail and food & beverage areas shall not exceed 20 watts per square metre and 10 watts per square metre respectively. You must submit the lighting technical specifications, lighting schedules (showing the quantity, types of lightings and location), lighting layout plans, and the lighting power budget to us for approval before installation.
  
3.You must not use halogen light fittings in the Building.
  
4.You must ensure that if an area is not used frequently or only used occasionally, it must have provision of occupancy sensor to switch off the light when there is no occupant in the area.
  
5.You must not remove occupancy sensors installed in the toilets under any circumstance.
  
6.If you need to replace any light fittings in the toilets, the overall lighting power density for each toilet must not exceed 10 watts per square metre and such replacement will be subject to our prior approval.

 

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7.You must ensure that the design or installation for lighting installation in the Premises must have proper zoning together with switch control to switch on and off the zone.
  
8.You must provide separate sub-meters for server rooms and data centres to monitor your energy consumption. You must provide such data to us annually for Green Mark verification and auditing. These sub-meters must be linked to our Building automation system for recording of your energy consumption and for Green Mark verification purposes.
  
9.If you require any stand-alone air-cooled air-conditioning system for the Premises, you must first discuss with our agent, Ascendas Services Pte Ltd to explore the feasibility of tapping the Building’s chilled water and confirm if it is more energy efficient to do so than installing stand-alone air-cooled air-conditioning system.

 

Only air-cooled air-conditioning system with minimum coefficient of performance (“COP”) of 3.78 or more is allowed to be installed and you must submit the system’s efficiency computation, technical specifications and evidence of achieving the targeted COP to us for approval before installation.

 

10.You must ensure that all air-conditioning systems installed are designed to allow for cooling load variations due to fluctuations in ambient temperature to ensure consistent indoor conditions for thermal comfort. As required by the relevant codes of practices, the indoor temperature shall be between 230C to 250C with relative humidity less than 65 percent.
  
11.You must only use paints with low volatile organic compound (“VOC”) and adhesives with low emission formaldehyde certified by recognised Green Certification bodies such as Singapore Green Labeling Scheme (“SGLS”) or Singapore Green Building Product Scheme (“SGBP”). You must submit the relevant Green Certification bodies certification, layout plans showing the area of coverage and catalogues or technical specifications of the products to us for approval before installation.
  
12.You must promote the use of appropriate environmentally friendly products that are certified by recognized Green Certification bodies such as SGLS or SGBP in your fit-out works. You must submit the relevant Green Certification bodies certification and layout plans showing the area of coverage and catalogue/ technical specifications of the products to us for approval before installation.
  
13.If any water fittings in the toilets are to be installed or replaced, you must only use the Public Utilities Board Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (“PUB WELS”) certified 3-tick water fittings and such installations will be subjected to our prior approval.
  
14.You are encouraged to promote and implement sustainability policies such as recycling program, provide recycle bins for the collection and storage of different recyclable waste, tracking the amount of waste recycled and energy- savings programs to conserve energy.
  
15.You must keep in line with the steps set out in the flowchart in Annex 1 and fill in the form set out in Annex 2 below.
  
16.To avoid any doubt, you must keep to any changes to the latest relevant Green Lease requirements which may apply from time to time as required by the Authorities or us so that you do not affect our application for Green Mark certification or re-certification for the Building or Park. You may obtain a copy of the latest Green Lease requirements from the management office of the Building.

 

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ANNEX 1 

 

GREEN LEASE GOLD / CERTIFIED COMPLIANCE PROCESS FLOW CHART

 

 

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ANNEX 2 

 

TENANT’S FIT-OUT INFORMATION FORM

 

Lighting System

 

Type of Fitting

 

Type of Ballast

 

Location and Coverage Area (square metre)

 

Quantity

 

Unit Power with Ballast (Watt)

  Total Installed Power (Watt)  

Lighting Density (Watt per

square metre)

                         
                         
                         

 

Air-conditioning System

 

Model and Brand of AHU / FCU

 

 

Design Air Flow (CMH)

 

Design Chilled Water Temperatures

(℃)

 

Quantity

  Unit Power (Watt)   Total Installed Power (Watt)   Performance (Watt per CMH)
                         
                         
                         

 

Model and Brand of Unitary Cooling

Equipment

  Capacity (kilo-watt)   Quantity   Unit Power (Watt)  

Total Installed

Power (Watt)

  Number of Ticks   Performance (COP)
                         
                         
                         

 

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Water Fittings

 

Water Fitting Type

  Quantity   Total No. of Fitting
  Excellent   Very Good   Good   No Tick  
                     
                     
                     

 

Please attached WELS certificate for the fitting used.

 

In-door Air Quality Management

 

Brand of Low VOC Paint or Low Formaldehyde Adhesive   Area of Application   Certification by
         
         
         

 

Recycling Management

 

Adoption of Recycling (Yes/No)   Type of Recycling (Paper/Plastic/Can)   No. of Recycling Bin
         
         
         

 

     
Submitted By   Date

 

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SCHEDULE 4

STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS

 

   AMOUNT   GST (8%) 

Net Rent:

$28.50 per square metre per month on 223.27 square metres for a period of 24 Months 24 Days beginning from 21 November 2023

  $6,363.20   $509.06 

Service Charge:

$5.40 per square metre per month on 223.27 square metres for a period of 24 Months 24 Days beginning from 21 November 2023 

  $1,205.66   $96.45 

Gross Rent:

$33.90 per square metre per month on 223.27 square metres for a period of 24 Months 24 Days beginning from 21 November 2023

  $7,568.86   $605.51 
Legal Fees  $800.00   $64.00 
Security Deposit in Cash  $22,706.58      
Tenant’s Works Deposit  $31,075.44   $669.51 
Sub-Total  $($21,005.25)  $ 
GST  $669.51      

Total amount (including GST)

[payable to ‘CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE LTD’]

  $10,739.70      

Stamp duty

[payable to ‘Infinitus Law Corporation’]

  $751.00      

Tenant's Work Deposit

(You are required to pay Tenant’s Works Deposit if any Tenant’s Works are to be carried out)

  $2,232.70      

 

This Statement of Accounts sets out the initial total amount you must pay which includes an advance payment of the first month’s Gross Rent to cover the rent period beginning from 21 November 2023. Your first payment must be made by bank transfer/telegraphic transfer as your GIRO payments may start from the first day of the following month.

 

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CONTENTS PAGE

 

SCHEDULE 1 DETAILS OF LEASE 2
SCHEDULE 2 SPECIAL COVENANTS 4
SCHEDULE 3 BUILDING COVENANTS 5
SCHEDULE 4 STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS 10
   
STANDARD COVENANTS 13
1 INTERPRETATION 13
  1.1 Definitions 13
  1.2 General rules of interpretation 15
       
2 GRANT OF LEASE 16
  2.1 Lease 16
  2.2 Permitted Use 16
  2.3 Head Landlord’s and Authorities’ approvals 17
  2.4 Compliance regulations 17
  2.5 Rights and exceptions 17
       
3 TAKING POSSESSION 18
     
4 YOUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT 18
  4.1 General obligations relating to payments 18
  4.1.1 Gross Rent and other payments 18
  4.1.2 Rent-free Period (if any) 19
  4.1.3 Interest 19
  4.1.4 Utilities 19
  4.1.5 Electricity supply 19
  4.1.6 Taxes 20
  4.1.7 Additional Property Tax 20
  4.1.8 Security Deposit 20
  4.1.9 Car-park passes 20
  4.1.10 Insurance during the Lease 21
  4.1.11 Not to affect our insurance 21
  4.2 General obligations during the Lease 21
  4.2.1 Tenant’s Works 21
  4.2.2 Tenant’s Works Deposit 22
  4.2.3 Insurance while carrying out Tenant’s Works 22
  4.2.4 Maintain and repair 23
  4.2.5 Permitting us to inspect the Premises and carry out repairs 23
  4.3 General Obligations Relating to Moving out of the Premises 24
  4.3.1 Moving out of the Premises 24
  4.3.2 Holding over 24
  4.3.3 Viewing 24
  4.4 Other terms 24
  4.4.1 Assigning and subletting 24
  4.4.2 No lodging of caveat, registering this Lease or subdividing the Building 25
  4.4.3 Keeping to the Law 25
  4.4.4 Head Lease 25
  4.4.5 Tenants’ Guide 25
  4.4.6 Confidentiality of information 25
  4.4.7 Indemnity by you 26

 

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  4.4.8 Sustainability standards and requirements 26
  4.4.9 Sustainability reporting 26
       
5 OUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT 27
  5.1 Quiet enjoyment 27
  5.2 Property Tax 27
  5.3 Managing the Building 27
  5.4 No claim against us 27
  5.5 Limits to trustee’s liability 28
       
6 OUR GENERAL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES 28
  6.1 Cost and expenses 28
  6.2 Set-off and forfeiture of deposits 29
  6.3 Remedial measures 29
  6.4 Re-entry 29
  6.5 Removing your property 30
  6.6 Government takeover under the Land Acquisition Act 1966 30
  6.7 We may transfer this Lease 30
       
7 OTHER TERMS 30
  7.1 Notices 30
  7.2 Process of serving documents in line with the Law 31
  7.3 No waiver 31
  7.4 Entire Agreement 31
  7.5 Severability 31
  7.6 Governing Law and jurisdiction 32
  7.7 Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001 32
  7.8 Electronic Signatures 32
       
8 SUPPRESSION OF CORRUPT PRACTICE 32
     
SCHEDULE 5 PLAN OF THE PREMISES 33
SCHEDULE 6 DECLARATION FORM 36
SCHEDULE 7 JTC SUBLETTING APPLICATION DOCUMENTS 38

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STANDARD COVENANTS

 

1INTERPRETATION

 

1.1Definitions

 

In this Lease, the following terms have the meanings as set out below.

 

1.1.1‘Additional Property Tax’ means the difference between (i) the property tax chargeable under the Property Tax Act 1960 in respect of the Premises and (ii) the Base Property Tax.

 

1.1.2‘CapitaLand Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal’ means the tenant service portal which you can access at http://bpi-tenant.capitaland.com or such other website address we may give you.
1.1.3‘Authorities’ means all relevant government bodies, statutory bodies and other authorities.

 

1.1.3A ‘Base Property Tax’ means the Base Property Tax as set out in clause 5.2.
1.1.4‘Building’ means the land and the buildings which the Premises form part of (including car-parks, service, loading and any other areas for the use and enjoyment of the building, whether or not these are within the structure of the building).

 

1.1.5‘Building Covenants’ means any terms, covenants and conditions as set out in schedule 3 which are specific to the Building.

 

1.1.6‘Car-park Charges’ means the charges you must pay to use the car-parks at the Building.
1.1.7‘Circumstances Beyond Our Control’ means any circumstances we have no control over, and which directly or indirectly prevent or delay us from carrying out our obligations under this Lease, including natural disasters, flooding, haze, national emergency, war, insurgency, labour disputes, civil commotion or riots.

 

1.1.8‘Common Area’ means the parts of the Building (whether or not within the structure of the Building) which (a) are for shared use by us, you, other tenants and occupiers of the Building, and anyone who is properly authorised to use those areas, and (b) would be considered as ‘common areas’ or ‘common parts’ of the Building for shared use, enjoyment or benefit if the Building had been subdivided and registered under the Land Titles (Strata) Act 1967. Common Area does not include areas which are inside the Premises or which serve the Premises only.

 

1.1.9‘Conducting Media’ means any drains, sewers, conduits, flues, risers, gutters, gullies, channels, ducts, shafts, watercourses, pipes, cables, wires and mains in, on or under the Building, including any that are installed in the future.

 

1.1.10‘Electricity Charges’ means the charges for electricity as used at the Premises.
1.1.11‘Electricity Supply Deposit’ means the electricity-supply deposit amount, being an amount equal to 1.5 times the expected monthly Electricity Charges, which we will estimate and notify you from time to time. The initial amount of the Electricity Supply Deposit is set out in schedule 1.
1.1.12‘Fire-safety Approval’ means the approval (including fire-safety certificates or notices of approval) issued by the Singapore Civil Defence Force under the Fire Safety Act 1993 or such other authority.
1.1.13‘Fitting Out Rent-free Period’ means the period where the Tenant’s Works relating to the fitting out of the Premises are carried out as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.14‘Floor Area’ means the floor area of the Premises set out in schedule 1.
1.1.15‘Gross Rent’ means the Net Rent and the Service Charge as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.16‘Gross Rent Rate’ means the Gross Rent per square metre for each month under the Term as set out in schedule 1.

 

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1.1.17‘Head Landlord’ means the landlord under the Head Lease (whether immediate or not).

 

1.1.18‘Head Lease’ means the lease under which we hold our interest in the Building and includes any superior lease (that is, a lease under which our landlord or any other landlord above holds its interest in the Building) and all documents that apply to it.

 

1.1.19‘Infectious Disease’ means the diseases defined in the Infectious Diseases Act 1976.
1.1.20‘Interest’ means interest at the rate of 10% per year calculated on a daily basis and based on the actual number of days in the year (both before and after any judgment), or any other rate as we may notify from time to time.

 

1.1.21‘JTC’ means the Jurong Town Corporation.

 

1.1.22‘Law’ includes any present or future laws (including regulations, codes and guidelines) by statute, common law and/or equity.
1.1.23‘Lease’ means this lease of the Premises between you and us, made up of (i) the Standard Covenants, (ii) the Tenants’ Guide, and (iii) all schedules (including the Special Covenants and Building Covenants), attachments, appendices, annexes and side letters to each of such documents mentioned.
1.1.24'Losses’ means damages, compensation, losses, costs and expenses, claims, notices and proceedings, of any nature, including, where the context allows, any costs and expenses of making good any losses or damage.

 

1.1.25‘Net Rent’ means the rent (not including Service Charge and other amounts due) for each month of the Term calculated at the monthly Net Rent Rate on the Floor Area, as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.26‘Net Rent Rate’ means the Net Rent per square metre for each month of the Term as set out in schedule 1.
1.1.27‘Original Condition’ means the original state and condition of the Premises on the date you first took possession of the Premises under this Lease as shown in the plans and drawings we have given or will give you, but not including the Tenant’s Works or any works that previous tenants have carried out.

 

1.1.28‘Our Authorised People’ means our employees, agents, independent consultants or contractors, people we allow to be in the Building or Park, visitors, licensees and other people under our control, or who we are responsible for or who claim rights under this Lease through, under or in trust for us.

 

1.1.29‘Park’ means (where it applies), the science, business or industrial park or such wider area or vicinity where the Building is located.

 

1.1.30‘Payment Date’ means the first day of a month or such relevant date as we may notify you in our invoice to make any payment as required under this Lease.

 

1.1.31‘Permitted Use’ means the use allowed for the Premises as set out in schedule 1 and approved by the Head Landlord and the Authorities.
1.1.32‘Possession Date’ means the possession date (if this applies) as set out in schedule 1 or any other date we may notify you.

 

1.1.33‘Premises’ means the part or parts of the Building which will be leased to you as set out in schedule 1, including improvements and additions made to the Premises, and the fixtures and fittings (whether they belong to you or us) in the Premises, but not including (i) structural parts located outside the Premises, (ii) the loadbearing framework, (iii) the roof, (iv) foundations, (v) joists (that is, a long, thick piece of wood, metal, or concrete, used in buildings to support a floor or ceiling), (vi) Conducting Media which serve only spaces other than the Premises that you do not access, (vii) our machinery and plant which are in the Premises but which serve only other spaces besides the Premises that you do not access, (ix) the faces of boundary walls that are outside the Premises; and (x) the faces of external walls outside the Premises (unless these are glass walls).

1.1.34‘Reinstatement Works’ means the reinstatement works to restore the Premises to their Original Condition (except for fair wear and tear) in line with the Tenants' Guide, Law and any other requirements that we may have.

 

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1.1.35‘Rent-free Period’ means the Fitting Out Rent-free Period and the Term Rent-free Period.

 

1.1.36‘Security Deposit’ means the security deposit amount as set out in schedule 1.
1.1.37‘Service Charge’ means the charge for your share of the Total Outgoings as we may decide for each month calculated at the Service Charge Rate on the Floor Area as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.38‘Service Charge Rate’ means the Service Charge per square metre for each month as set out in schedule 1.
1.1.39‘Side Letters’ means further terms, covenants and conditions to this Lease made between you and us at any time to add to, amend or vary this Lease.

 

1.1.40‘Special Covenants’ means such further terms, covenants and conditions as set out in schedule 2 as commercially agreed to vary or add to the Lease.

 

1.1.41‘Standard Covenants’ means these standard terms, covenants and conditions.
1.1.42‘Start Date’ means the date on which the Term begins as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.43‘Taxes’ means any goods and services tax, duty or charge which may be imposed at any time by the Authorities.
1.1.44‘Tenants’ Guide’ means the further standard terms, covenants and conditions relating to safety or actions in the Building or Premises, or the use, maintenance, renovation or management of the Building or Premises.

 

1.1.45‘Tenant’s Works’ means any fitting-out work or any other renovation, alterations, additions, interior layout work, interior design, installations, internal fittings, wiring, plumbing, reinstatement or other work you carry out to the Premises.

 

1.1.46‘Tenant’s Works Deposit’ means the deposit you must pay for the Tenant’s Works (if any) as required under this Lease, and which we may collect from you from time to time to cover any Tenant's Works. The initial amount of the Tenant’s Works Deposit is set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.47‘Term’ means the term of this Lease as set out in schedule 1.
1.1.48‘Term Rent-free Period’ means the rent-free period during the Term (if any) as set out in schedule 1.

 

1.1.49‘Total Outgoings’ means all outgoings, costs and expenses (including capital expenditure and loss in value over time) which we have to pay for providing, controlling, managing, maintaining and replacing any services or parts of the Building (including fixtures and fittings).

 

1.1.50‘Utilities’ means electricity, water, sewerage, tele-communications and, if it applies, gas, air conditioning and chilled water.

 

1.1.51‘Utilities Charges’ means the charges for the Utilities as used at the Premises.
1.1.52‘We’, ‘us’, or ‘our’ (whether capitalised or not) means us as the landlord as set out in schedule 1 and includes our successors (a person who takes over our rights and obligations) and assigns (a person who takes over our rights).

 

1.1.53‘You’, or ‘your’ (whether capitalised or not) means you as the tenant as set out in schedule 1 and includes your successors (a person who takes over your rights and obligations) and assigns (a person who takes over your rights, only after we have approved the transfer).

 

1.1.54‘Your Authorised People’ means your employees, agents, independent contractors, people you allow to be in the Premises, visitors, licensees, anyone under your control, and anyone you are responsible for or who claims rights under this Lease through, under or in trust for you.

 

1.2General rules of interpretation

The following rules apply when interpreting this Lease, unless the context requires otherwise.

 

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1.2.1While we have made efforts to express this Lease in plain English, any wording used may not be completely sufficient to describe its meaning, and you must read all words in line with their usual legal meaning.

 

1.2.2Headings are for convenience only and must not be used to limit or interpret any covenant, condition or clause.
1.2.3Any reference to the singular includes the plural, and vice versa.

 

1.2.4Any reference to a person or people includes any individual or any corporate entity.
1.2.5Any reference to the whole includes all or any part of the same.

 

1.2.6Each word or term does not limit the effect of another word or term.
1.2.7Any reference to ‘including’, ‘include’ or ‘includes’ means including without limitation or affecting the generality of any description, definition, term or phrase coming before that word.
1.2.8Any reference to ‘responsible’ means, where the context allows, being liable for any Losses.
1.2.9You must, unless set out otherwise, pay all fees, charges, costs and expenses arising out of or relating to any obligations you have under this Lease, including if it applies, Interest, on any outstanding payments you owe and any fees or expenses due to the relevant Authorities. We can claim these payments as if they are rent arrears and may deduct such payments from any deposits you have paid under this Lease. You may not withhold or delay any payment, and you must pay all amounts you owe under this Lease even if this Lease has come to an end.

 

1.2.10You must, at your own cost and expense, keep to (and make sure that each of Your Authorised People keep to) every obligation you have and restriction that applies under this Lease. If this Lease states that you will not have any claim against us for any Losses, Your Authorised People will also not have any claim against us for such Losses.
1.2.11If, under this Lease, you need our permission or approval for any action, you must get this in writing from us before taking that action. We will decide if, and on what terms, to give or withhold permission or approval. Even if we give our permission or approval, you will remain responsible for these permitted or approved matters or actions. This clause 1.2.11 also applies if the Head Landlord or any of the Authorities require any permission or approval. In addition, any right given to us under this Lease is also given to the Head Landlord and any Authorities and any person authorised by us, the Head Landlord and the Authorities.

 

1.2.12If we carry out any action or exercise any right or remedy under any clause in this Lease, this will not affect our other rights or remedies under that clause or the rest of this Lease.

 

1.2.13Each schedule of, attachment, appendix and annexure to this Lease forms part of this Lease. If there are any inconsistencies between the different parts of this Lease, priority will be given in the following order from first to last: (1) Side Letters (if any), (2) Special Covenants, (3) Building Covenants, (4) Standard Covenants, and (5) Tenants’ Guide.

 

2GRANT OF LEASE

 

2.1Lease

We agree to lease the Premises to you for the Term in return for you paying the Gross Rent and keeping to the terms, covenants and conditions as set out in this Lease (including the Special Covenants, Building Covenants and the Tenants’ Guide).

 

2.2Permitted Use
2.2.1You must use the Premises only for the Permitted Use. If you want to change the Permitted Use, you must first get approval from us and the Authorities. You must also get, maintain and keep to all necessary approvals which you need by Law to carry out your business at the Premises. To avoid any doubt, you must also carry out your own checks on the Premises as we will not be responsible for making sure the Premises are suitable for the Permitted Use.

 

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2.2.2If the Premises are a property where the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s 60:40 rules apply, you must make sure that at least 60% of the Floor Area is used for industrial activity, and no more than 40% of the Floor Area is used for such ancillary (that is, supporting) purposes to the Permitted Use as we, the Urban Redevelopment Authority or any other relevant Authority may approve. You must also provide us with the filled-in and signed declaration form as set out in schedule 6 upon signing this Lease. If you fail to do so, we may give you two weeks’ notice to submit such form. If you have still not provided the filled-in and signed declaration form by the end of the two weeks’ notice, we may immediately end this Lease and, if you have taken possession of the Premises, you must carry out the Reinstatement Works to keep to clause 4.3.1. You will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) any money or deposits you have paid to us under this Lease, you must pay us any costs and expenses we have to pay, and you will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to us ending this Lease.

 

2.3Head Landlord’s and Authorities’ approvals

 

2.3.1If the Premises are a property under the control of JTC, you must:
(a)first get the relevant approvals (including any anchor tenant approval) from JTC and the Authorities to use the Premises before we give the lease of the Premises to you; and

 

(b)give us any relevant information and documents we ask for, including the items set out in schedule 7, at least 14 days before the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier. To avoid any doubt, you must pay any costs that apply, including any subletting fees or other fees we must pay or have paid to the Head Landlord or Authorities. You must also pay any fees and other charges charged by the Head Landlord or Authorities for not meeting this condition due to your delay or failure to give us any relevant information or documents.

 

2.3.2If you do not have all the approvals as required under clause 2.3.1, we may give you notice that this Lease will be considered as null and void (that is, in a state as if this Lease never existed), except that you must reinstate the Premises in line with this Lease and you must pay all Gross Rent, Utilities Charges and other charges due from the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the day you return the Premises to us (both dates included). You will not have any claim against us for any losses you suffer due to this Lease being considered as null and void. Within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, and as long as you did not cause such failure to get such approvals, we will refund:

 

(a)all deposits you have paid (without Interest and after deducting necessary amounts if you have not kept to any other terms of this Lease or for damage you have caused to the Premises or the Building); and
(b)all legal fees and stamp duties you have paid if they have not been charged by our lawyers or the Authorities.

 

2.4Compliance regulations

 

You must keep to, and make sure that each of Your Authorised People keep to, the relevant anti-money- laundering, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and anti-financing of terrorism Laws and/or our policies. If you fail to do so, we may give you notice upon which this Lease will be considered as null and void (that is, as if this Lease had never existed), except that you must still (i) reinstate the Premises in line with this Lease, (ii) pay all Gross Rent, Utilities and other charges due from the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the day you return the Premises to us (both dates included), and all other Losses which we may suffer arising out of or relating to you not keeping to this clause 2.4, including the loss of Gross Rent which we could have collected for the Term and the Rent-free Period (if any), and any costs and expenses of re-letting or trying to re-let the Premises. We will also not refund any deposits or money you have paid to us, and you will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to this Lease being considered as null and void (that is, as if this Lease had never existed).

2.5Rights and exceptions

 

2.5.1The Premises are leased to you with:
(a)the right to use the Common Area to pass to and from the Premises; and

 

2.5.2the right to use the designated toilet facilities, lifts, staircases and driveways in the Common Area.

 

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Under this Lease, we have:

 

(a)the right to free and uninterrupted passage and running of Utilities and other services through the Conducting Media in the Premises;
(b)the right to enter the Premises as allowed under this Lease, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you;

 

(c)the right of light, air, support, shelter, easements (that is, a right enjoyed by one person over another’s land for a specific purpose such as a right of way) and all other rights belonging to or enjoyed by other parts of the Building;

 

(d)the right to put up scaffolding for carrying out repairs, renovations, alterations, additions, cleaning, painting or other work to the Building, and to build on, alter, rebuild, develop or use the land next to the Building or in the Park, even if (i) access to, use or enjoyment of the Premises may be temporarily restricted, (ii) any light and air coming into the Premises is affected or (iii) any nuisance, damage, or inconvenience is caused to you or any of your occupiers, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you; and

 

(e)the right to carry out any power shutdown in the Building as may be required by us or the Authorities, by providing notice to you (except in cases of emergency), and without us having to provide any emergency power or back-up supply of electricity, except that we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to you.

 

2.5.3Any person you authorise to use or enjoy the Premises in line with this Lease will also have the rights under clause 2.5.1, and (i) we, (ii) the Head Landlord, and (iii) any person authorised by us or the Head Landlord will also have the rights under clause 2.5.2.

 

3TAKING POSSESSION
3.1You will take possession of the Premises on the Possession Date. If you delay taking possession of the Premises, we will not postpone the Fitting Out Works Rent-free Period (if any) and/or the Term.
3.2You agree to take the Premises on an ‘as is, where is’ basis and not to object to the state and condition of the Premises (including the structural, mechanical and electrical specifications) on the date you first take possession of the Premises.

 

3.3You agree that the Floor Area of the Premises are as set out in schedule 1. If we appoint a surveyor registered under the Land Surveyors Act 1991 to survey the Floor Area, the surveyor’s findings will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake), and the Gross Rent, Service Charge and other payments due under this Lease (including the Security Deposit) will be adjusted as a result of any difference in floor area of more than 3%.

 

3.4You must not load any part of the floors of the Building with more than the weight set out in schedule 1 or such other weight limit as we may notify.
4YOUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT

 

4.1General obligations relating to payments

 

4.1.1Gross Rent and other payments

 

4.1.1.1Upon signing this Lease, you must pay the Gross Rent for the period of one month from the Start Date. The Gross Rent for any period less than one month will be pro-rated (based on the actual number of days in that month). You must then pay us monthly in advance on each Payment Date the:

 

(a)Net Rent, calculated at the Net Rent Rate on the Floor Area; and
(b)Service Charge, calculated at the Service Charge Rate on the Floor Area.

 

4.1.1.2You must pay us all amounts due under this Lease promptly when they are due on the Payment Date (except that you must pay the amounts in the statement of accounts set out in schedule 4 upon signing this Lease), without us having to ask or remind you, and without making any withholding, deduction, set-off or counterclaim.

 

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4.1.1.3Other than the first initial payment as set out under schedule 4, you must make all payments by standing order automated electronic payment (GIRO) to our account or in any other way we notify you.

 

4.1.1.4We may increase the Service Charge if there is any increase in the Total Outgoings. If we do so, we will notify you of the amount and effective date of increase in the Service Charge (per square metre). Such notice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay the increased Service Charge from the date of the increase as set out in our notice until the end of the Term.
4.1.1.5You must not use the Common Area or any space outside the Premises in connection with your Permitted Use. If we agree to your use of any part of the Common Area or any space outside the Premises in connection with your Permitted Use, we may set charges and terms for this, and may ask you to sign a separate agreement relating to that space.

 

4.1.2Rent-free Period (if any)

 

As a show of goodwill, we will grant you the Rent-free Period (if any). During any Rent-free Period, you do not have to pay the Gross Rent but you must continue to comply with all other terms of the Lease. However, if you carry out your business during any Rent-free Period, we may collect Service Charge from you from the date your business is started. In addition, if this Lease is brought to an end early, you must pay us the Gross Rent for the entire Rent-free Period immediately when we notify you.

 

4.1.3Interest

 

If you fail to pay the Gross Rent or any other amounts due to us under this Lease on the due date (for any reason, and whether or not we send you a formal notice), you must pay us when we notify you Interest on the amount you owe from the date the amount is due (or if we have to pay costs for any work or measures we have carried out on your behalf, from the date we pay for those costs) until the date you pay the amount that is due.

 

4.1.4Utilities

 

You must pay us (or the relevant supplier if this applies) the Utilities Charges for the Utilities supplied to the Premises during the Rent-free Period (if any) and the Term of this Lease. The Utilities Charges will be calculated at the rate we notify you in our invoice and you must pay us such Utilities Charges on the Payment Date. The amount as set out in our invoice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake).

4.1.5Electricity supply

 

4.1.5.1If we do not arrange for the supply of electricity to the Premises, you must make arrangements with a supplier or retailer, as the case may be, for supplying electricity to the Premises. You must also:

 

(a)first get our approval of the supplier or retailer before you arrange for them to supply electricity to the Premises; and
(b)pay all charges directly to the supplier or retailer (including any connection charges or deposit) for supplying electricity to the Premises.

 

4.1.5.2If we arrange for the supply of electricity to the Premises by bulk or block purchase or otherwise, you must pay us:

 

(a)Electricity Charges for electricity supplied to the Premises each month. The Electricity Charges will be calculated at the rate we notify you in an invoice;
(b)all other charges relating to supplying electricity to the Premises (including connection and administrative charges) as we notify you in an invoice; and

 

(c)the Electricity Supply Deposit. We will notify you of the amount of the Electricity Supply Deposit that you must pay from time to time during the Term. If the Electricity Supply Deposit you have paid to us is less than the amount we have told you to pay, you must pay the difference to us. We will keep the Electricity Supply Deposit for the whole of the Term and we may use all or part of it to indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against you failing to keep to clauses 4.1.5.2(a) and 4.1.5.2(b) above. We will refund the Electricity Supply Deposit without interest and after making any deductions that are allowed under this Lease, within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, including that you have paid all amounts that you owe us. To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Electricity Supply Deposit to you.

 

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4.1.5.3The amount as set out in our invoices in clause 4.1.5.2 above will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay such amounts to us on the Payment Date. If there are any clear and obvious mistakes in the amounts as set out in our invoices, we will notify you and you must pay the difference on the Payment Date from the date of such notice. Any retailer or supplier we appoint to provide electricity to the Premises will also have the same rights as us under this clause 4.1.5.

 

4.1.5.4If we make or intend to make a bulk or block purchase to supply electricity to the whole Building or the Park, you will be considered to have given your permission for the purchase. You must also, if we ask you to, sign an authorisation in such format as we may inform. If we decide to change the retailer or supplier during the Term, we may transfer the Electricity Supply Deposit at any time to any supplier or retailer.
4.1.6Taxes

Without affecting our obligations under clause 5.2, you must pay us immediately when we notify you any Taxes charged on the amounts you must pay under this Lease.

 

4.1.7Additional Property Tax

Once you have signed this Lease, you must pay us any Additional Property Tax that we notify you is due for the Premises, the Rent-free Period (if any) and the Term of this Lease. We will decide whether to object to or appeal against any assessment of annual value or any property tax that is charged on the Premises. Your liability to pay the Additional Property Tax will not be affected by the expiry or earlier determination of the Term.

 

4.1.8Security Deposit
4.1.8.1Upon signing this Lease , you must pay and maintain with us the Security Deposit during the Term, as security for you keeping to the terms of this Lease and to indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against any Losses we may suffer against you or any of Your Authorised People in relation to any matter arising out of or relating to the Premises or this Lease, including any amount you owe us during any holdover period or future lease of the Premises.

 

4.1.8.2If you do not keep to the terms of this Lease, we may use the Security Deposit to make good to our satisfaction any losses we have suffered, and you must pay us an amount equal to the amount of the Security Deposit we use, within seven days of us notifying you.

 

4.1.8.3If the Gross Rent is increased under this Lease, the Security Deposit will also be increased and you must pay the increased amount to us on the date we notify you.
4.1.8.4You must not set off (that is, treat it as payment of) any part of the Security Deposit against any Gross Rent or other amounts you owe us.

 

4.1.8.5We will refund the Security Deposit to you, without interest and after making any deductions that are allowed under this Lease, within 30 days after we have confirmed that there are no outstanding obligations under this Lease, including that you have paid all amounts that you owe us. To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Security Deposit to you.
4.1.9Car-park passes
4.1.9.1As a show of goodwill, we will provide car-park passes, as set out in schedule 1, as long as:
(a)you pay the Car-park Charges at such rates that apply from time to time and as we notify you in our invoice. Such amount as set out in the invoice will be final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake), and you must pay us such Car-park Charges on the Payment Date;

 

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(b)you keep to all relevant Laws;
(c)our policies that apply from time to time allow for our provision of car-park passes to you; and
(d)we have passes available.
4.1.9.2If required by Law or under our policies, we may give you notice at any time to change or cancel the number of car-park passes we allocate to you or to revise our Car-park Charges.
4.1.10Insurance during the Lease
4.1.10.1From the Possession Date or Start Date, whichever is earlier, until the end of the Term or any period of holding over (as described in clause 4.3.2), including while the Tenant’s Works are being carried out, you must arrange and maintain the following insurance policies:

 

(a)an insurance policy in your name:

 

(i)covering you against all risks of theft, physical loss or damage (including risks of fire) in respect of your property (including personal property), goods and stock-in-trade (including all plate glass and tempered glass, glass frontage and plant and machinery, if any) in the Premises;

 

(ii)up to the full replacement value of your property, goods and stock-in-trade in the Premises; and

 

(iii)which includes a waiver of subrogation clause (that is, a clause which disallows the insurer from stepping into the insured party’s shoes and making a claim against us to recover any money that the insurer has had to pay).

 

(b)a public liability insurance policy in your name, with us named as an insured party:

 

(i)protecting against claims arising out of or relating to your operations or anything that you, or Your Authorised People have done in or from the Premises or assumed under this Lease, which will be extended to include any of the insured parties' legal liability for loss of or damage to the Premises (including all fixtures and fittings) and all of our property;

 

(ii)for at least the amount set out in schedule 1 or any higher amount as we may require; and

 

(iii)which includes a cross-liability clause (that is, a clause which allows an insured party from claiming against another insured party if they are both covered by the same insurance policy).

 

4.1.10.2You must take out the insurance policies with a reputable insurance company as we may approve.

 

4.1.10.3If we request, you must give us copies of the insurance policies and the receipt for the last premiums you have paid for the policies. We will not be considered to have approved the insurance policies just because we have seen copies of your insurance policies and you will remain responsible for your obligations under this Lease, including having to take out the necessary insurance policies as required under this clause 4.1.10.
4.1.11Not to affect our insurance

 

You must not do anything that makes any of the insurance policies void or voidable (that is, in a state as if the insurance policies never existed or potentially never existed), invalid or cancelled, or leads to an increase in the premium for the insurance policies. If you fail to keep to this clause 4.1.11, you must not claim against us for any claim which is actually covered or which would have been covered had you maintained the insurance policies. You must also make good any damage or losses we suffer, including paying any increased premium, costs and expenses for restoring or renewing the insurance policies.

4.2General obligations during the Lease
4.2.1Tenant’s Works

 

4.2.1.1You must get our approval before carrying out any Tenant’s Works. If we give our approval, you must carry out and complete the Tenant’s Works in line with the Lease, including the Tenants' Guide and any of our other requirements in respect of such Tenant’s Works.

 

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4.2.1.2You must get and maintain all necessary approvals that are required by Law (including the Fire-safety Approval, if it applies) for carrying out the Tenant’s Works.
4.2.2Tenant’s Works Deposit

 

4.2.2.1If we ask you to, you must pay us a Tenant’s Works Deposit for carrying out any Tenant’s Works. You must do this by the date we notify you. You must pay to us, the initial Tenant’s Works Deposit, as set out in Schedule 1, upon signing this Lease.

 

4.2.2.2The Tenant’s Works Deposit is security to make sure that you:

 

(a)comply with clause 4.2.1; and
(b)make good, to our satisfaction, any damage to the Premises, Building and Park resulting from the Tenant’s Works.
4.2.2.3If you do not comply with clause 4.2.2.2, we may carry out the necessary works and use the Tenant’s Works Deposit to pay the costs and expenses of that work. If the Tenant’s Works Deposit is not enough to cover the cost of the work, you must pay us immediately, when we notify you, the difference between the costs and expenses of the work and the Tenant’s Works Deposit.
4.2.2.4You must give us (i) the relevant plans, (ii) appropriate architect, engineer, qualified person or consultant certificates to confirm that the work has been carried out to the necessary standards, and (iii) the Fire Safety Approval, before you start operations at the Premises. If you fail to do this, you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) the Tenant’s Works Deposit. This will not affect any of our rights or remedies against you, including our right to charge you for any penalty fees imposed by the Authorities and our right to terminate this Lease for such breach.
4.2.2.5We will refund the Tenant’s Works Deposit to you, without interest, within 30 days after:

 

(a)the Tenant’s Works have been completed in accordance with this Lease, including that you have submitted the relevant plans, certificates and Fire Safety Approval required in accordance with clause 4.2.2.4;

 

(b)you have complied with all our requirements in respect of the Tenant’s Works;
(c)you have made good any damage to the Premises, Building and Park, to our satisfaction; and
(d)we have deducted any amounts owing under clause 4.2.2.3.

 

To avoid any doubt, such refund will not affect any other rights we may have if we find you still owe us money or have not kept to the terms of this Lease after we return the Tenant’s Works Deposit to you.

4.2.3Insurance while carrying out Tenant’s Works
4.2.3.1Before starting any Tenant’s Works, you must take out and maintain (i) an all-risks policy and (ii) a comprehensive public liability insurance policy against claims for personal injury, death or property damage or Losses arising out of or relating to the Tenant’s Works. Each insurance policy must provide coverage of at least S$2,000,000.00 (or such higher amount we tell you) for any one occurrence and it must be effective for the entire period of the Tenant’s Works.
4.2.3.2You must take out and maintain such insurance policies mentioned in clause 4.2.3.1 in the joint names of us and your contractors as co-insured parties for our and their respective rights and interests. You must use a reputable insurance company, and such insurance policies must each include a cross-liability clause (that is, a clause which allows an insured party from claiming against another insured party if they are both covered by the same insurance policy).
4.2.3.3You must give us copies of such insurance policies mentioned in clause 4.2.3.1 if we ask for one. However, giving us such copies will not be considered to be constructive notice of any terms of such insurance policies nor, and will not in any way reduce or affect your obligations under this Lease, including clause 4.2.3.

 

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4.2.4Maintain and repair

 

4.2.4.1You must:
(a)keep the Premises in a clean and tidy condition to keep to what we require under this Lease (including the Tenants’ Guide);

 

(b)keep the Premises (including all fixtures and fittings, mechanical and electrical equipment and Conducting Media in and serving the Premises, whether these belong to you or us) in good and tenantable repair and condition (that is, in a state and condition safe and suitable for use and in which you have carried out all necessary repairs for), except for fair wear and tear; and
(c)immediately make good, to our satisfaction, any damage you cause to the Premises (including our fixtures and fittings in them), or to any other part of the Building or Park.

 

4.2.5Permitting us to inspect the Premises and carry out repairs

You must allow us and Our Authorised People to enter the Premises with advance notice (except in cases of emergency) and at no cost to us, so that we may:

 

(a)check if you are keeping to the terms of this Lease;
(b)carry out spot checks and inspect the condition of the Premises;

 

(c)take a schedule of fixtures and fittings;
(d)investigate the cause of any interference or disturbance to other tenants and occupants;

 

(e)gain access to parts of the Building, mechanical and electrical equipment and/or Conducting Media (or both) which can only be accessed through or in the Premises;

 

(f)carry out any work relating to the mechanical and electrical equipment or Conducting Media and to install extra mechanical and electrical equipment or Conducting Media or to repair or replace any fixtures or fittings which belong to us;

 

(g)enforce any right or to meet any obligation we have under this Lease or the Head Lease or any obligation we have to any third party who has legal rights over the Premises, the Building or Park or whose Conducting Media passes through the Premises;

 

(h)build, alter, repair or maintain the Premises, the Building or Park (including cleaning the windows on the outside of the Building or anything serving the rest of the Building and Park as well as anything running through the Premises); and

 

(i)carry out any work which we need or want to carry out to any part of the Building or Park (including the services and facilities in it), including the right to build onto any boundary wall of the Premises.
4.2.5.1If we find that you have not kept to all the terms of this Lease, you must carry out the necessary work promptly and within the time period as set out in the notice we give you and to our satisfaction.

 

4.2.5.2If you do not carry out and complete the necessary work in time, we may enter the Premises to do the necessary work, and you must pay the costs and expenses for any such work. You must also, if we notify you to, do the following:

 

(a)remove your installations, machinery, partitions or any other item so that we can carry out the work. If you fail to do this, we may remove them and you will have to pay the costs and expenses immediately when we notify you. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses you suffer due to us removing these items; and
(b)stop your activities to the extent and during the hours as set out in the notice we give you so we can carry out the work (including any investigations relating to the work).

 

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4.2.5.3While we will use reasonable efforts to minimise any disturbance to your business operations at the Premises, we will not be responsible to you for any Losses you suffer or inconvenience caused while we are inspecting the Premises or carrying out such works or repairs under this clause 4.2.5.

 

4.3General Obligations Relating to Moving out of the Premises

 

4.3.1Moving out of the Premises
4.3.1.1When this Lease ends, you must have completed the Reinstatement Works in line with this Lease (including the Tenants’ Guide), and return the Premises and all keys (including mailbox keys) to us.

 

4.3.1.2If you fail to keep to clause 4.3.1.1, we may carry out the Reinstatement Works. If we do this, you must pay us immediately:

 

(a)all our costs and expenses, and
(b)an amount equal to double the amount of Gross Rent due for the period it takes us to carry out and complete the Reinstatement Works.

 

4.3.1.3If we agree that you do not need to carry out the Reinstatement Works, we may require you to pay a reinstatement amount, which we will estimate based on the costs and expenses that we may need to pay to carry out and complete the Reinstatement Works. After making this payment, you will be considered to have transferred all such fixtures and fittings to us and we may remove, dispose or deal with them as we see fit, and you may not claim for any money left over after our removing, disposing or dealing with such fixtures and fittings.
4.3.1.4Any invoice we give you of the amounts you must pay to us under clauses 4.3.1.2 and 4.3.1.3 above is final and binding (unless there is a clear and obvious mistake) and you must pay us such amounts on the Payment Date.

 

4.3.2Holding over

If you do not provide us with vacant possession of the Premises when this Lease ends or continue to occupy the Premises after this Lease ends, you will be considered to be holding over and must pay us an amount equal to double the amount of Gross Rent or the market rent for the Premises that is current at that time as we may inform you (whichever is higher) for every day of the holding-over period, within seven days of our notice to you. Such holding over will not be considered as a renewal of this Lease. This clause 4.3.2 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

4.3.3Viewing

 

During the six months before the end of this Lease, you must, if we give you notice, allow us, our agents and anyone else we authorise to view the Premises for the purpose of re-letting them.

4.4Other terms

 

4.4.1Assigning and subletting
4.4.1.1You must not novate (that is, transfer all or some of your rights and obligations), assign (that is, transfer all or some of your rights), sublet, license, part with or share possession or occupation, mortgage or create a charge over, or grant anyone else any rights in respect of, this Lease or the Premises without our approval.

 

4.4.1.2If you are a company, and there is a change in your management control or majority shareholders and you did not get our approval before making the change, this will be considered as an assignment of this Lease. For the purposes of this clause 4.4.1.2, ’majority shareholder’ means a person who:

 

(a)controls the structure of your board of directors;

 

(b)controls more than 50% of your issued share capital; or
(c)controls more than 50% of your voting power.

 

4.4.1.3Without affecting clause 4.4.1.1, if you are a sole proprietor or a partnership made up of partners carrying out a business under a business name registered under the Business Names Registration Act 2014 or any other Law, and there is a change in the constitution or membership of the sole-proprietorship or partnership and you did not get our approval before making the change, this will be considered as an assignment of this Lease.

 

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4.4.1.4If we give any approval under this clause 4.4.1, we may set any terms, including charging fees, and section 17 of the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act 1886 will not apply.

 

4.4.2No lodging of caveat, registering this Lease or subdividing the Building
4.4.2.1You must not (i) lodge a caveat relating to this Lease, nor (ii) register this Lease at the Singapore Land Registry and you must immediately withdraw any caveats which are lodged in spite of this clause 4.4.2.1.

 

4.4.2.2You must not ask us to subdivide the Building or do anything which could mean that we have to subdivide the Building.

 

4.4.2.3This Lease does not operate as a Lease capable of registration under the Land Titles Act 1993 or any other Law.
4.4.3Keeping to the Law

 

4.4.3.1You must keep to the Law and all requirements of the Authorities relating to:
(a)the Premises and using or occupying the Premises; and

 

(b)your obligations under this Lease.
4.4.3.2You must immediately notify us of:

 

(a)any notice or order you receive from any Authority in relation to the Premises or this Lease;
(b)any defect in the Premises which may cause us to have any Losses or duty; and

 

(c)any damage that may happen to the Premises.
4.4.3.3Without affecting clause 4.4.3.1, you must not allow the Premises to be used as a place where any person is employed in a way that is not allowed under section 57(1)(e) of the Immigration Act 1959, section 5 of the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act 1990 or any other Law.

 

4.4.4Head Lease

 

You must keep to the conditions (if any) that the Head Landlord sets when approving this Lease, including in particular, any conditions that relate to the Premises, Building and Park.

4.4.5Tenants’ Guide

 

You confirm that you have read and received a copy of the Tenants’ Guide and you agree that you must keep to the Tenants’ Guide and any other rules that we set, including paying any fees, charges, costs and expenses arising out of or relating to, or as a result of you failing to keep to your obligations under the Tenants’ Guide. You must also make sure that Your Authorised People keep to the Tenants' Guide. We may add to or vary the Tenants’ Guide at any time by making such revised Tenant’s Guide available on the CapitaLand Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal.

4.4.6Confidentiality of information

 

4.4.6.1In order to protect and maintain the confidentiality of this Lease and any information relating to this Lease, and to prevent any unauthorised access to such information, you must not reveal to any third party (other than your professional advisors), this Lease or any information or any correspondence relating to this Lease, unless such disclosure is required under any Law or you get our approval beforehand. If you are allowed to reveal information to any third party, you must make sure that they keep to the terms of this clause 4.4.6.1 and such other terms as we may notify you.

 

4.4.6.2Without affecting anything else in this Lease, if you do not keep to clause 4.4.6.1 we may withdraw any special concessions we have granted you under this Lease. This includes but is not limited to:

 

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(a)the Rent-free period (if any), meaning that you must pay us the Gross Rent for the entire Rent-free Period;
(b)any special rental rates, meaning that you must pay us a revised gross rent for the entire Term based on the market rent that applies at that time; and

 

(c)all other special concessions we grant to you.
4.4.6.3This clause 4.4.6 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

4.4.7Indemnity by you

 

4.4.7.1You must indemnify us (that is, to pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against all Losses which we may suffer or have to pay arising out of or relating to death, injury, loss or damage caused, directly or indirectly, by:
(a)anything that happens in the Premises or the use or occupation of the Premises;

 

(b)you or Your Authorised People to the Premises, Building or any property in them, including if caused by using, misusing, wasting or abusing the Utilities or faulty fittings or fixtures or in respect of the condition of any part of the Premises; and

 

(c)you failing to keep to the terms of this Lease.
4.4.7.2This clause 4.4.7 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

4.4.8Sustainability standards and requirements

 

As the Building is presently Green Mark certified or intended to obtain green certification, you shall comply with the prevailing standards and requirements of the Building & Construction Authority (“BCA”) of Singapore’s Green Mark scheme (and/or any other similar scheme) and with our sustainability initiatives implemented from time to time (whether as set out in the Lease or otherwise), insofar as they are applicable to the Premises.

4.4.9Sustainability reporting
4.4.9.1You will provide to us promptly upon our request for the purpose of our yearly sustainability reporting, including (but not limited to) furnishing the following data for any relevant period in relation to the leased Premises:

 

(a)Energy Consumption

 

(i)annual consumption of energy in kWh;
(ii)energy source, for example the amount of energy in kWh derived from renewal energy source.

 

(b)Water consumption
(i)annual consumption of water in cubic metres;
(ii)water source, for example the amount of water in cubic metres derived from reused, recycled or captured water on site.

 

(c)Waste Management

 

(i)where applicable, annual disposal of waste in tonnes;
(ii)where applicable, disposal route, for example the amount of waste in tonnes that is disposed by way of landfill, incineration or recycling.

 

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5OUR OBLIGATIONS / INVOLVEMENT

 

5.1Quiet enjoyment

If you pay the Gross Rent and other amounts due under this Lease and keep to the terms of this Lease, you may occupy and use the Premises during the Term without any disturbance from us, except as allowed under this Lease.

 

5.2Property Tax

 

We will pay the Base Property Tax for the Premises for the Term, calculated as follows:

Base Property Tax = A X C for each month where

 

A : monthly Net Rent payable by you under this Lease

C : property tax rate applicable on the Term Start Date

To avoid any doubt, this does not include any Additional Property Tax, which you must pay.

 

5.3Managing the Building

 

We will:

 

(a)keep the exterior of the Building, the Common Areas and the amenities and facilities in the Building which are for common use in good repair, and keep the mechanical and electrical services in working order and condition (except for fair wear and tear);

 

(b)provide lift services during such hours as we may notify to you, electricity for lighting the Common Areas and water for the toilet facilities (if any) in the Common Areas;

 

(c)keep the Common Areas adequately clean and lit; and
(d)insure the Building (not including your fixtures and fittings) against damage by fire and any other risks as we may decide.

 

5.4No claim against us
5.4.1Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, we are not responsible to you, and you must not claim against us, for any death, injury, or Losses which you or Your Authorised People may suffer (whether caused by negligence or otherwise) in connection with the following circumstances:

 

(a)any interruption in any of the services mentioned in clause 5.3 due to the state and condition or any repair, maintenance, damage or destruction of any installations or equipment or any mechanical, electrical, electronic, microprocessor or software defect, malfunction or breakdown that occurs;

 

(b)any act, failure to act, negligence or misconduct of:

 

(i)any of our employees or agents in relation to the Premises or the Building;
(ii)Our Authorised People carrying out any duty relating to the services mentioned in clause 5.3;

 

(iii)any contractor or consultant we have nominated or approved under this Lease; or
(iv)any other person in the Building;

 

(c)any other tenants, Your Authorised People and other people in the Building not keeping to the Tenants’ Guide;
(d)any accidents, injuries, loss or damage to property or people in the Premises, Building or Park;

 

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(e)the use of the car-parks in the Building;

 

(f)any failure, inability or defect in the supply or character of electricity, water (including chilled water) or, if it applies, gas supplied to the Premises by any service provider;
(g)leaks or defects in the piping, wiring and sprinkler system, or defects in the structure of the Building;

 

(h)any failure or delay by us to carry out measures to prevent any outbreak or spread of any Infectious Disease in the Building;

 

(i)any terrorist act regardless of any other cause or event contributing to the loss (including any action taken to control, prevent or otherwise deal with any terrorist act); and
(j)any Circumstances Beyond Our Control.

 

5.4.2This clause 5.4 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.
5.5Limits to trustee’s liability

 

5.5.1If we are an entity listed on the stock exchange, the following clause will apply to this Lease:

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, you agree that we are entering into this Lease only in our capacity as trustee of CapitaLand Ascendas REIT (‘CLAR’) and not in our personal capacity. As such, any liability or indemnity we give or will give, and any power and right we grant to any receiver, attorney, agent or delegate of the trustee of CLAR will be limited to the assets of CLAR over which, as trustee of CLAR, we have legal rights, and will not extend to any of our personal assets or any assets we hold in our capacity as trustee of any other trust. This clause still applies even if this Lease ends, is brought to an end early or is cancelled. This clause will apply, with the necessary amendments and without affecting the meaning of this clause, to any notice, certificate or other document we issue under this Lease, as if it were set out in the notice, certificate or document.

 

5.5.2If we are an entity not listed on the stock exchange, the following clause will apply to this Lease:

 

If the Building is sold to the trustee of CapitaLand Ascendas REIT (‘CLAR’), you agree that the following clause (or a variation of the following clause) will be included in this Lease.

 

‘Limits to trustee’s liability

 

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, you agree that we are entering into this Lease only in our capacity as trustee of CLAR and not in our personal capacity. As such, any liability or indemnity we give or will give, and any power and right we grant to any receiver, attorney, agent or delegate of the trustee of CLAR will be limited to the assets of CLAR over which the trustee of CLAR has legal rights, and will not extend to any of our personal assets or any assets that the trustee of CLAR holds in our capacity as trustee of any other trust. This clause still applies even if this Lease ends, is brought to an end early or is cancelled. This clause will apply, with the necessary amendments and without affecting the meaning of this clause, to any notice, certificate or other document we issue under this Lease, as if it were set out in the notice, certificate or document.’

 

6OUR GENERAL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES

 

6.1Cost and expenses

 

If we give you notice, you must pay immediately our full costs and expenses (including legal fees, administrative charges and stamp duty), relating to:

(a)preparing, negotiating and completing this Lease (including any Side Letters);

 

(b)considering your request for our permission or approval (including our professional advisor’s fees for advising us); and

 

(c)you not keeping to the terms of this Lease.

 

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You must pay such costs and expenses on an indemnity basis (that is, to pay for all our costs and expenses and not dispute or claim that we should have minimised such costs and expenses).

 

6.2Set-off and forfeiture of deposits

Without being affected by anything else in this Lease, we may deduct any payments you owe us from any deposits you have paid under this Lease. If we have deducted money from a deposit in this way, you must pay us an amount equal to the amount we have deducted within seven days of us notifying you. When this Lease ends, you must collect any deposits you have paid under this Lease within one year from such date as we have first tried to return you such deposit. If you don’t, you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) these deposits.

 

6.3Remedial measures

If you fail to keep to the terms of this Lease, we may take action to deal with the situation (including issuing a stop order relating to any offending activity or stepping in to do any repair or remedial works). You must pay all our costs and expenses for us taking the actions under this clause 6.3. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses or inconvenience you may suffer due to us carrying out the actions. To avoid any doubt, we do not need to exercise this right under this clause 6.3 before we exercise our other rights.

 

6.4Re-entry
6.4.1You will have failed to keep to the terms of this Lease if:

 

(a)you fail to pay the Gross Rent or any other amounts you must pay under this Lease within 14 days after the due date;
(b)you do not keep to, and where possible, fail to correct your actions to keep to, the terms of this Lease (other than under clause 6.4.1(a)) within 14 days of our notice or such longer period as we may notify you (except in cases of emergency);

 

(c)another creditor or person enforces a writ of execution (that is, a court order which permits a transfer of assets, money or property belonging to a debtor to pay off a legal judgment) or levies distress (that is, the forcible taking of a tenant’s property by a landlord to pay off any overdue or unpaid rent or other money owed under a lease) on your property; or

 

(d)you become or are reasonably likely to become insolvent (that is, when you are unable or likely unable to pay any debts as and when they are due).
6.4.2If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, we may re-enter and take possession of all or any part of the Premises at any time, including during the Rent-free Period, and even if we have previously chosen not to enforce our right of re-entry, and the Term and this Lease will then end on the date of such re-entry or notice. To avoid any doubt, if you return any keys to us, this does not mean that we have accepted the surrender of the Premises, unless we confirm this in writing.

 

6.4.3If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, we may notify you to novate (that is, transfer all or some of your rights and obligations) or assign (that is, transfer all or some of your rights) your sub-leases to us, including all rent and any security deposits relating to such sub-tenancies. Upon receiving such notice, you must immediately sign such novation or will be considered to have agreed to such assignment, and must make sure all sub-tenants sign such novation or agree to such assignment, including paying all rent received from such sub- tenancies, directly to us.
6.4.4If any of the circumstances in clause 6.4.1 happens, you must, if we give you notice, leave on the Premises any of your property that we may require as set out in such notice.

 

6.4.5If we end this Lease in line with clause 6.4.2:

 

(a)your interest in and the rights to the Premises will end;
(b)you must move out of the Premises immediately, except that you must still carry out the Reinstatement Works in line with clause 4.3 unless we notify you otherwise;

 

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(c)you will forfeit (that is, give up the right to claim) any money or deposits you have paid to us;

 

(d)you must indemnify us (that is, pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) from and against all Losses we suffer as a result of re-entering the Premises, including Gross Rent for the Rent-free Period, any Gross Rent which you would have paid if the Term had been completed, and all our costs and expenses of re-letting or trying to re-let the Premises); and
(e)you will not have any claim against us for any Losses you suffer due to us ending this Lease.
6.5Removing your property

 

6.5.1If you leave any of your property at the Premises when this Lease ends, we have the right to dispose of it in whatever way we consider appropriate, and you must pay any costs involved. You will not have any claim against us for any Losses which you may suffer due to us removing any property from the Premises under this clause 6.5.

 

6.5.2If we sell your property under clause 6.5.1 above, we may use the proceeds from the sale to pay our costs, expenses, Interest and any other money you owe us under this Lease. If there is any money left over, we will return such monies to you.

 

6.5.3You must indemnify us (that is, pay all our losses in full without dispute or claim that we should have minimised such losses) against any Losses we have to any third party whose property we deal with or dispose of because we mistakenly believe it is yours.

 

6.5.4This clause 6.5 will not be affected by, and will survive, the Term coming to an end or this Lease being brought to an end early.

 

6.6Government takeover under the Land Acquisition Act 1966

If any Authority compulsorily takes over the Building or any part of it, or issues any notice, order or gazette notification to take over the Building or any part of it, we may give you notice and end this Lease without compensation. To avoid any doubt, this will not affect any rights or remedies we have relating to you not keeping to the terms of this Lease.

 

6.7We may transfer this Lease

 

We may novate (that is, transfer all or some of our rights and obligations) or assign (that is, transfer all or some of our rights) under this Lease to another party without your permission. Following such transfer, you:

 

(a)will be considered as having agreed to such transfer and having accepted the new landlord;
(b)must release us from all our obligations under this Lease (including our obligation to refund the Security Deposit and any other amounts under this Lease;

 

(c)sign the novation agreement or the acknowledgement to the notice of assignment of this Lease, which we will prepare at our cost; and

 

(d)get a replacement bank guarantee for the new landlord, if we request this, to replace any bank guarantee you have given us.
7OTHER TERMS

 

7.1Notices
7.1.1All notices relating to this Lease must be in writing.

 

7.1.2Any notice we give you is only valid if we post it on the CapitaLand Business Park & Industrial Tenant Portal, give it by hand or send it by post to the Premises or to your registered office or business address.
7.1.3Any notice you give to us is only valid if you send it by registered post to our registered office.

 

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7.1.4Any notice will be considered as served:

 

(a)(for a notice given by hand) immediately on the day it is sent; and
(b)(for notice sent by registered post) 24 hours after it is posted as long as the sender can show that the envelope containing the notice was addressed, stamped and posted.

 

7.2Process of serving documents in line with the Law
7.2.1Any legal process will be considered as served if it is sent to:

 

(a)us by registered post to our business address;
(b)you by registered post to or by leaving it at your business address or the Premises; or

 

(c)your or our solicitor by registered post to or by leaving it at their business address.
7.2.2If you are a company that is not incorporated or registered in Singapore:

 

(a)you must deliver to us, within seven days of appointing the process agent, a copy of the letter (in a form we approve) issued by the process agent to us, agreeing (in a way that cannot be changed) to act as your process agent (that is, once they have agreed to act as your process agent, you or they cannot withdraw this agreement);

 

(b)serving documents on your process agent at their last known address will be considered as satisfactorily serving documents under the Law on you; and
(c)clauses 7.2.2(a) and 7.2.2(b) will not affect our right to serve process in any other manner allowed by Law.

 

7.3No waiver
7.3.1If we give you permission not to keep to any of the terms of this Lease, or if we choose not to take action even if you are not keeping to any of the terms, this decision is only effective if we confirm it in writing. If we know about you not keeping to any of the terms of this Lease, or we accept the Gross Rent or any amount due under this Lease, this does not mean that we do not require you to keep to the terms of this Lease or that we have chosen not to take action.

 

7.3.2If we give written permission or confirmation as set out in clause 7.3.1 above, this does not mean that we have also given permission or agreed not to take action if you:

 

(a)do not keep to the same term of this Lease again; or
(b)do not keep to another term of this Lease.

 

7.4Entire Agreement
7.4.1This Lease forms the entire agreement between you and us for this lease of the Premises.

 

7.4.2We are not bound by any statement, conduct or promises (whether written or spoken, express or implied by common law, statute, custom or in any other way) relating to the Premises, Building or Park if they are not set out in this Lease.

 

7.4.3You confirm that you have not agreed to or signed this Lease as a result of relying on any statement, conduct or promise we have made (or which someone else has made on our behalf), which is not as set out in this Lease.

 

7.4.4You and we each state, guarantee, confirm and agree that each has full power and authority to enter into and carry out the obligations contained within this Lease, and this Lease is valid and binding.
7.5Severability

 

If any part of this Lease cannot be enforced or if all or part of any clause in this Lease is illegal or invalid or cannot be enforced by Law, this will not affect the legality, validity or enforceability of any other clause in this Lease.

 

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7.6Governing Law and jurisdiction
7.6.1This Lease is governed by Singapore Law.

 

7.6.2You and we agree that the appropriate legal forum for any disputes relating to this Lease will be the courts of Singapore.

 

7.7Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001

 

Apart from (i) the Head Landlord, (ii) any Authorities and (iii) any people authorised by us, the Head Landlord and/or the Authorities, no person who is not a party to this Lease has any right under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001 to enforce or enjoy the benefit of any term of this Lease.

 

7.8Electronic Signatures

 

The Parties acknowledge and agree that we are authorised to rely upon and accept as an original for all purposes, this Lease, any other transaction document or other communication delivered by you or its solicitor by facsimile, telegraphic, .pdf, e-mail or other electronic transmission (each, a “Communication”) which we or our solicitor in good faith believes has been signed by you, including by electronic signature, and which has been so delivered to us or our solicitor. Such Communication shall have the same force and effect as an original signature. Without limitation, “electronic signature” will include versions of an original signature on a document electronically scanned and transmitted versions (e.g., via pdf) of an original signature; it shall also include eSignatures included on documents accessed from electronic and/or mobile devices via eSignature Services such as Docusign and AdobeSign. Notwithstanding the foregoing, we will in any instance require that an original document be submitted to us in lieu of, or in addition to, any such Communication.

 

Counterparts

 

This Lease may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute the same agreement. One or more counterparts of this Lease may be delivered by facsimile or pdf electronic transmission, with the intention that they shall have the same effect as an original counterpart.

 

8SUPPRESSION OF CORRUPT PRACTICE

 

8.1The group of which we form part is committed to conducting its business in an ethical manner and expects all its employees and parties with which it has a contractual relationship to conduct themselves with high ethical standards and to comply with applicable laws for the suppression of corrupt practices (“Anti-Corruption Laws”).

 

8.2You represent and warrant that, to the best of your knowledge, neither you nor any person who (by reference to all relevant circumstances) performs services or acts for or on behalf of you in any capacity (including, without limitation, employees, agents, related corporations and subcontractors) (“Representatives”) has contravened, or procured or encouraged third parties (including, to avoid any doubt, the employees of or any person acting on our behalf) to contravene, any Anti-Corruption Laws in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease.

 

8.3You must immediately notify us if any person employed by us or acting on our behalf or any of your Representatives, has contravened or attempted to contravene any Anti-Corruption Laws in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease, and must take adequate steps to protect the interests of both you and us. All such notices to us should be sent to the Chairman of the Audit Committee (“AC”) C/O Head of Group Internal Audit of CapitaLand Limited at the following email address: Whistleblowing.ACChair@capitaland.com.
8.4We may terminate this Lease and all arrangements under this Lease forthwith if you or any of your Representatives has contravened or attempted to contravene any Anti-Corruption Laws, whether in connection with this Lease and/or any arrangements under this Lease or otherwise. Such termination shall not affect our other rights and remedies whether under this Lease or otherwise.

 

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SCHEDULE 5

PLAN OF THE PREMISES

 

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SCHEDULE 6

DECLARATION FORM

 

1.Details (see note below)

 

Name of company or firm (as in ACRA): PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.
Premises: 83 Science Park Drive #02-01 & #04-01B The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258
Company’s mailing address: 83 Science Park Drive #02-01 The Curie Singapore Science Park I Singapore 118258

Phone:

+6562503877

Email address

sharontan@phaostech.com

Company registration number:

201704914C

Country where the company is incorporated:

Singapore

Company’s principal activity:

Our principal activities of the Co., are: Research and development and commercialization of advanced optical related technologies and products.

     

Note: If you are a foreign firm or new company in the process of being set up, please provide a local contact address and phone number, where possible.

 

2.Using the Premises

 

Design, assembly and sales support of Phaos Technology optical microscope systems

 

2.1Urban Redevelopment Agency’s 60:40 requirements

 

Do your activities in the Premises meet the Urban Redevelopment

Authority’s (URA) 60:40 requirements (set out below) for use of space?

Yes X   No  
           

Science or business park

 

URA’s 60:40 requirements: You must make sure that at least 60% of the Floor Area is used for business park activities. The remaining space can be used as offices, showrooms, circulation space or shared facilities and other areas approved in writing by the relevant Authorities.

 

2.2Application to the Central Building Plan Department of the National Environment Agency (NEA) relating to the use of the Premises

 

Do you intend to change the use of the Premises that is to be renewed?

Yes X   No  

 

If ‘yes’, you will need to submit your application online at https://e-services.nea.gov.sg/ias/. You must state in the application that the Premises are used for the purposes as set out in paragraph 2 of this declaration form. You must let us have a copy of the acknowledgement that your application has been accepted. When you receive the NEA’s clearance letter, please let us have a copy of the letter allowing you to use the Premises for your operations.

 

2.3Applying for drinkable water or non-drinkable water

 

You must apply to the Authorities for drinkable or non-drinkable water if you use more than 500 cubic metres of water per month.

 

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Declaration

 

I declare that all the information and details I have provided on this form are true, correct and complete, and that we will not change the activities to be carried out in the Premises without first getting your approval.

 

Andrew Yeo Eng Sian CEO  

 
Name and job title   Signature  
       

 

  10-Nov-23 | 7:32 AM PST  
Company stamp   Date  

 

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SCHEDULE 7

JTC SUBLETTING APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

 

This schedule does not apply to this Lease.

 

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We and you confirm our entry into this Lease, as signed and witnessed below.

 

Landlord (us)

 

Signed

for and on behalf of us

CAPITALAND SINGAPORE (BP&C) PTE. LTD.

 

     
Name of authorised signatory: Roszita Yatim   Name of authorised signatory: Chan Lih Luen
Designation: Senior Executive Lease Management   Designation: Head - Lease Management Lease Management

 

Tenant (you)

 

Signed by

for and on behalf of you

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

 

   
Name: Andrew Yeo Eng Sian  
Title: CEO  
Company stamp:    

 

As witnessed in the presence of:

 

   
Witness Name: Tay Beng Boon                         
Title: CEO  
Address: 83 Science park drive The Curie #04-1B                       

 

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Exhibit 10.18

 

 

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

Our Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS

Pl: SRA-1FA

Maybank Singapore Limited

(UEN: 201804195C)

Maybank@JurongPoint

  63 Jurong West Central 3
  Jurong Point Shopping Centre
  #Bl-01/02, Singapore 648331
4 November 2022 Fax: +65 67901886
  www.maybank2u.com.sg
   
Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.  
(“Borrower”)  
83 Science Park Drive  
#02-01 The Curie  
Singapore 118258  
   
Dear Sir / Mdm,  

 

BANKING FACILITIES

 

We are pleased to offer to you (the “Borrower”) the following facilities (“‘Facilities”) on the terms and conditions stated in this Letter of Offer and the Annexes herein.

 

I. Facilities Overview

 

No.  Facility Type  Amount/ Limit   Tenure   Interest / Commission
               
1.  SME Working Capital Loan (“SME WCL”) under Enterprise Financing Scheme (“EFS”)  S$500,000    5 years   7.75% p.a. commencing from the date of first disbursement
                 
                Interest is calculated on a monthly rest basis and payable monthly in arrears
                 
2.  Business Credit Card (“BCC”)  S$8,000    NA   As per Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement.
                 
   Total  S$508,000         

 

II. Security

 

The Facilities and all monies owing shall be secured by:

 

  1. A fresh continuing joint and several guarantee for 5$508,000 by Beh Hook Seng (NRIC No. S7171547G), Andrew Yeo Eng Sian (NRIC No. S7870417I), Wong Teck Far (Wang Defa) (NRIC No. S8032737D) and Chua Jun Hao, David (Cai Junhao, David) (NRIC No. S8107910B).

 

Ill. General

 

The availability of the Facilities is conditional upon the preparation, execution and delivery of legal documentation in form and substance satisfactory to us.

 

All costs and expenses whatsoever including valuation costs, inspection costs, abortive costs, audit confirmation costs and legal costs and disbursements of whatsoever nature incurred by us (including, but not limited to any costs and expenses imposed by Enterprise Singapore) shall be borne by you irrespective of whether the Facilities or the Security is proceeded with or aborted for whatever reason.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []1

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

A person who is not a party to this Letter of Offer may not enforce its terms under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 2001 of Singapore.

 

We trust that the terms and conditions in this Letter of Offer and the Annexes are acceptable to you. The Annexes to this Letter of Offer form an integral part of this Letter of Offer.

 

Please confirm your acceptance of the arrangement herein by signing and returning to us the duplicate copy of this Letter of Offer within 14 days from the date hereof, together with a certified true extract of your Board Resolution in the form attached, after which date, this offer shall lapse unless a written request for an extension has been submitted to and agreed by us.

 

Yours faithfully

For and on behalf of

Maybank Singapore Limited

 

/s/ Christopher Toh   /s/ Aw Boon Tiong Reubens
Christopher Toh   Aw Boon Tiong Reubens
Team Manager   Business Development Manager
RSME   RSME
Community Financial Services   Community Financial Services

 

Enclose

 

  (1) Annex 1: Conditions Precedent
  (2) Annex 2: Terms and Conditions for SME Working Capital
  (3) Annex 3: Terms and Conditions for Business Credit Card
  (4) Annex 4: Additional Common Terms and Conditions for the Facilities
  (5) Annex 5: Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement
  (6) Annex 6: Terms and Conditions for Banking Facilities (Form No. MSL-113-0721)

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []2

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

ACCEPTANCE

 

To: Maybank Singapore Limited

 

I / We refer to your letter of offer dated 4 November 2022 and its annexes (“Letter”).

 

Terms defined in the Letter shall have the same meaning when used herein.

 

I / We hereby:

 

1. Accept your offer of the Facilities on the terms and conditions stated in the Letter.
   
2. Authorise you to credit/debit my/our account with the Bank/ Branch below stated for, where applicable, any fees, net loan amount, late fees, payments, installments, interest, insurance premium and/or other monies payable under the Letter and the Facilities.

 

  My/Our account no : __________________________________
         
  Bank/Branch : [Name of Branch] ___________________________________
         
  My/Our solicitors are : [Name of law firm] ___________________________________
         
      [Address] ___________________________________
         
      [Telephone] ___________________________________
         
      [Facsimile] ___________________________________
         
      [Attention:] ___________________________________

 

 
Signed by  
for and on behalf of Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.  
   
Date:_________________________  
   
 
Company’s Rubber Stamp  

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []3

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

SURETY CONFIRMATION

 

I/We refer to the Bank’s letter of offer dated 4 November 2022 (“Letter of Offer”).

 

I/We are aware of the facilities granted by the Bank in the Letter of Offer (“Facilities”) and I/we agree to stand as surety(ies) in accordance with the terms and conditions stated in the Letter of Offer and the security documents signed and provided by me/us (“Security Documents”). I/We understand that if the borrower named in the Letter of Offer (“Borrower”) fails to pay any amount under the Facilities granted in the Letter of Offer, the Bank has the right to require me/us to pay any outstanding amount under the Facilities, together with any interest rate charged on the Facilities and all other related costs, up to such amount as I/we have agreed to provide as security for the Facilities. I/We are aware that the Bank may require me/us to pay without taking any legal action against the Borrower or selling or otherwise disposing of any assets provided as collateral for the Facilities. In addition, I/we understand that the Bank can take legal action against me/us if I/we fail to pay the amount claimed by the Bank under the Facilities. I /We confirm that the terms of the Letter of Offer and the Security Documents have been duly explained to me/us in a language I/we understand and that I/we fully understand the said terms. I/We further confirm that I/we signed the Letter of Offer and Security Documents voluntarily and without any undue influence. I/We understand and acknowledge that it is in my/our best interests to obtain independent legal advice before standing as surety(ies) for the Borrower in respect of the Facilities.

 

  /s/ Beh Hook Seng     /s/ Andrew Yeo Eng Sian
Name: Beh Hook Seng   Name: Andrew Yeo Eng Sian
NRIC: S7171547G   NRIC: 578704171
Date:     Date:  
         
Name: Wong Teck Far (Wang Defa)   Name: Chua Jun Hao, David
        {Cai Junhao, David)
NRIC: 58032737D   NRIC: 58107910B
Date:     Date:  

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []4

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

Annex 1 - Conditions Precedent

 

Without limitation to any other conditions specified in the Letter of Offer, the standard terms and conditions relating to any of the Facilities and the security documents, the following terms and conditions shall be satisfied prior to the first disbursement of the Facilities:

 

1.A Maybank SGD current account must be opened and maintained for the purpose of servicing the Facilities during the currency of the Facilities and for the purpose of debiting/ crediting the account with the Bank/ branch for all installments, interest, fees, other charges and expenses payable and/or any monies entitled relating to the Facilities granted.
  
2.You are required to submit to us the following:

 

(i)A copy of your Memorandum and Articles of Association certified as a true copy by your director/company secretary.
   
(ii)A copy of your Certificate of Incorporation certified as a true copy by your director/ company secretary.
   
(iii)An extract of the Board of Directors’ Resolutions/an extract of Minutes of meeting of the Directors of your company certified as true extract EITHER:·

 

(a)by your director and another director/your company secretary; OR
   
  (b) by your company secretary,

 

duly authorising:

 

(I)the acceptance of the Facilities upon the terms stated herein;
   
(II)the appointment of an authorised signatory(ies) to execute on behalf of your company all legal documents, notices and any other documents connected with the Facilities; and
   
(Ill)that in the event that any legal document, notice or other document connected with the Facilities is to be executed by your company as a deed, any director and the company secretary of your company or any one or more directors of your company be authorised to execute such legal document, notice or other document as a deed on behalf of your company in accordance with the Companies Act 1967, Singapore and/or that the Common Seal of your company be affixed to such legal document, notice or other document in accordance with your company’s Constitution.

 

(iv)A copy of the NRIC of the guarantor.
   
(v)The Guarantee duly executed by the Guarantor(s).
   
(vi)A copy of the written approval from Enterprise Singapore of the Facilities and your participation in the Enterprise Financing Scheme.
   
(vii)Any other document(s) that we may reasonably require in connection with the Facilities and the Security.

 

3.All legal documentation and security documents for this Facilities in form and substance satisfactory to us and to our lawyers have been duly executed, stamped and/or registered with the relevant authority as may be necessary.

 

Provided that we shall have the right to waive the requirement of any document or any condition and grant and advance any amount under the Facilities at any time.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []5

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

Annex 2 -Terms and Conditions for SME Working Capital Loan

 

1. Facility
   
  SME Working Capital Loan (“SME WCL”) under Enterprise Financing Scheme (“EFS”)
   
2. Purpose
   
  The SME WCL facility is for the purpose of financing your working capital requirement.
   
3. Tenure
   
  The tenure of SME WCL facility is stated in the Facilities Overview of the Letter of Offer commencing from the date of first disbursement.
   
  Any further request to vary the loan tenure and/or any of the terms offered herein shall be at the absolute discretion of the Bank.
   
4. Fees
   
  A non-refundable facility fee of 1.50%of the SME WCL facility amount or S$500 whichever is higher shall be chargeable and deductible from the SME WCL facility amount on the date of disbursement.
   
5. Interest/ Commission
   
  The interest rate is stated in the Facilities Overview of the Letter of Offer or such other rate as may be approved under the EFS.
   
  The interest rate stated in this Letter of Offer may, at our absolute discretion, be reviewed from time to time and at any time, and any such review may result in the variation, increase or adjustment of the interest rate. If we revise the interest rate, we will notify you of the effective date of the revised interest rate.
   
  Interest will be computed on a 360, 365 or 366-day basis as we may determine at our discretion.
   
6. Default Interest
   
  Default interest on such amounts payable and not paid when due or upon demand, as the case may be, and on any utilisation in excess of the approved limit shall be payable at the rate of 3.50% per annum above the rate payable for such SME WCL facility.
   
  Default interest, compounded on such basis as may be determined by us, is subject to our review and may be amended from time to time at our absolute discretion.
   
7. Availability Period
   
  Subject to the completion of all legal documentation, legal searches and conditions precedents (where applicable) and our receipt of all relevant documents duly signed, the SME WCL facility shall be available for disbursement within 1 month from the date of acceptance of this Letter of Offer or such other extended period as we may agree at our absolute discretion, failing which, the said facility shall no longer be available and shall be cancelled.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []6

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

8. Disbursement
   
  The SME WCL facility may be disbursed in a single tranche during its availability period. The net loan amount to be disbursed shall be S$492,500 after deducting the facility fee.
   
  Three (3) business days’ prior written notice must be given to us for disbursement.
   
9. Repayment
   
  The SME WCL facility is repayable by 59 monthly installments of S$10,078.48 each and a final installment of the balance amount outstanding, comprising principal and interest, or such other instalment amount(s) as we may notify you from time to time. The first monthly instalment shall commence:

 

  (i) on the first day of the month following the first disbursement date of the said facility if such disbursement date falls on/before the 10th day of the month; or
     
  (ii) on the first day of the second month following the first disbursement date of the said facility if such disbursement date falls after the 10th day of the month (with interest only being debited to your account on the first day of the month following the first disbursement), and thereafter on the corresponding day of each subsequent month.

 

  Monthly installments shall be payable on the 1st day of each calendar month and payment shall be made in S$.
   
10, Prepayment
   
  Partial prepayment is allowed in full or in multiples of S$5,000, upon giving us not less than 7 business days’ prior written notice.
   
  Amounts prepaid will be applied towards reduction of the monthly installments and may not thereafter be redrawn or re-borrowed.
   
  Any prepayment shall be made together with accrued interest on the amount prepaid and any applicable costs and charges applicable thereto.
   
11. Indemnity
   
  You shall indemnify us and hold us harmless from and against any losses, costs, charges or expenses, whatsoever, legal or otherwise, which we may sustain, suffer or incur as a consequence of any event of default in respect of the non-payment of the principal amount of the SME WCL facility, or any portion thereof, or any interests/commissions/charges accrued thereon, or any other amounts payable thereunder, including but not limited to such amount as we may certify (such certification being accompanied by the basis and calculation thereof and being conclusive and binding upon you, save for manifest error) as being necessary to compensate us for (i) any actual loss of interests/commissions/charges incurred on account of such default from the date of such default to the date of payment of the amount in default, and (ii) any interests/commissions/charges or fees paid or payable on account of any funds borrowed in order to maintain any unpaid amount except to the extent that such interests/commissions/charges or fees are recovered under other provisions of this Letter of Offer.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []7

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

12. General Conditions for SME Working Capital Loan

 

(i)This offer is subject to the terms and conditions as may be approved and/or specified from time to time by Enterprise Singapore in its absolute discretion under the EFS.
   
(ii)The purpose of SME WCL facility offered herein shall only be used for working capital requirement. For avoidance of doubt, this means that it shall only be used for business operations and to meet the financial obligations of the company, that is, to pay your short-term expenses, including but not limited to inventory, payments of short-term debt and other day-to-day expenses, to ensure smooth business operations. You hereby declare and confirm that:

 

(A)you shall not use the facility for purposes other than those mentioned or allowed in paragraph (ii) above; and
   
(B)you shall ensure that (unless otherwise agreed by us in writing) the proceeds available from the SME WCL facility are not and will not be used for repayment of any existing loans (commercial, ESG or otherwise), including any shareholder loans, inter-company loans or bank loans or for non-business purposes, including speculative punting on equities, bonds, other investment products and the like, or purchase of personal assets such as cars and properties etc; and
   
(C)should you intend or have intended to use any proceed of the SME WCL facility for repayment of any existing loans (commercial, ESG or otherwise), you have or would have informed us of the said intention at the point of your application for the SME WCL facility.

 

(iii)You shall at all times comply with all terms and conditions of or relating to the EFS as may be determined from time to time by Enterprise Singapore in its absolute discretion.
   
(iv)You shall at all times ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria (including those on shareholdings, ownership and turnover) as specified from time to time by Enterprise Singapore under the EFS (“ESG Eligibility Criteria”).
   
  You shall promptly inform us of:

 

a)any change in your ownership (beneficial or legal).
b)any material change in your conditions (financial or otherwise) from the time of application for SME WCL facility.
c)any change, circumstance or proposed action that may result in the changes referred to above or that may result in you not meeting the ESG Eligibility Criteria.
d)in any of the above events, we reserve the right to call for full repayment of the SME WCL facility and in such event all moneys and interest payable to us under the Letter of Offer shall immediately become due and payable.

 

(v)The SME WCL facility offered herein is approved by us under the EFS and is subject to Enterprise Singapore’s rights to reject your continued participation in the EFS at any time.
   
  In the event that your continued participation in the EFS is rejected by Enterprise Singapore, this offer herein shall lapse, and:

 

(a)where the SME WCL facility have been either fully or partially drawn down, you shall on demand refund any amount disbursed under the SME WCL facility together with interest compounded on a monthly basis and any other costs and expenses (including but not limited to legal costs on an indemnity basis) incurred by Enterprise Singapore and/or us in recovering the aforesaid amount; and/or
   
(b)we may, at our absolute discretion, offer to you a facility outside of the EFS on such terms and conditions as we may determine.

 

(vi)You irrevocably consent to us and our officers disclosing to Enterprise Singapore information and records relating to the SME WCL facility granted hereunder and your application therefor, and your facilities and account(s) with us.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []8

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

Annex 3 - Terms and Conditions for Business Credit Card

 

1. Facility
   
  Business Credit Card (“BCC”)
   
2. Purpose
   
  Business related credit card transactions through the use of the credit card in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement.
   
3. Fees
   
  The BCC is free for 5 years, after which, an annual fee of S$180 per card per annum is chargeable as long as the BCC is being made available to you.
   
4. Interest Rate
   
  The interest rate stated in this Letter of Offer may, at our absolute discretion, be reviewed from time to time and at any time, and any such review may result in the variation, increase or adjustment of the interest rate. If we revise the interest rate, we will notify you of the effective date of the revised interest rate.
   
  Interest will be computed on a 360, 365 or 366-day basis as we may determine at our discretion.
   
5. Default Interest
   
  At such rate(s) per annum as may be stipulated in Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement
   
6. General Conditions for Business Credit Card
   
  Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement annexed hereto shall apply to the BCC. In the event of any inconsistency between the terms in the Letter of Offer and the Annexes and that set out in the Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement, the terms in the Maybank Business Platinum MasterCard Agreement shall prevail.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []9

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

Annex 4: Additional Common Terms and Conditions for the Facilities

 

1. Availability of Facilities and Funds
   
  The Facilities are granted and may be availed to you subject to the availability of funds.
   
2. Utilisation
   
  All Facilities granted in Singapore Dollars shall, unless otherwise agreed to by us, be utilised only in Singapore.
   
  You shall request for utilisation of the relevant Facilities on our prescribed documents and/or forms.
   
3. Opening and Maintaining an Operating Account
   
  You shall open and maintain a Maybank SGD current account (the “Account”) with us for the purposes of your banking transactions for so long as any sum remains owing or unpaid under the Facilities. You will:

 

  (i) utilise the services provided by us in connection with the Account and conduct your banking transactions through us using the Account; and
     
  (ii) channel a proportionate amount of your cash management activities and banking transactions (such as transactions pursuant to treasury requirements, payments and collections, trade collections and export letters of credit), and the cash balances that come with it, to us.

 

  The volume of your banking transactions and cash management activities shall commensurate with the amount of Facilities granted.
   
4. Facility Variations Request
   
  Any future request to vary the terms (which includes the conversion or variation of interest rate) of the Facilities within the tenure after your acceptance of this Letter of Offer shall be subject to the Bank’s administrative charges or such other fees as the Bank may specify from time to time.
   
This clause does not apply to Facilities granted under EFS unless Enterprise Singapore consents to the Bank imposing such charges or fees.
   
5. Custodian Fee
   
  An administrative fee of S$500 (prevailing GST will be levied) per annum is payable to us for every title deed that the Bank is safe-keeping for fully repaid facilities. The administrative fee will be deducted from your bank account(s) on an annual basis and/or payable by you upon collection of the title deed(s) from the Bank for discharging of the charge.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []10

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

6. Submission of Annual Audited/ Certified Financial Statements
   
  You are required to submit to us your annual audited/certified financial statements every year immediately after issuance but in any case not later than 6 months after the close of your financial year. Without prejudice to any other rights and powers of the Bank, we shall at liberty suspend or cancel the Facilities granted by us to you if your annual audited/certified financial statements are not submitted within the stipulated period.
   
7. Legal Searches
   
  The Facilities granted are subject to us being satisfied with the result of our winding-up, bankruptcy, causebook searches, title, property searches and all other searches and requisitions (where applicable), as we deem necessary. In the event any of these searches are unsatisfactory, we shall be entitled to cancel, recall or review the Facilities.
   
8. Representations, Warranties and Undertakings
   
  Without limitation to any other representations and warranties specified elsewhere, this offer is subject to your representing and warranting to us that:

 

  (i) there are no proceedings pending before any court or to your knowledge threatened against or affecting you and no proceedings are before any government agency or administrative body pending to your knowledge threatened against you which adversely affect your financial condition or your ability to pay, when due, the principal of and interest on the Facilities and any other sums that may become due and owing hereunder and to the best of your knowledge and belief, you have complied with all applicable statutes and regulations made thereunder and with the requirements of all government authorities having jurisdiction over you;
     
  (ii) there are no material adverse changes in your or any surety’s circumstances or in the value of the security or any other factors materially affecting the Facilities. You shall also warrant to inform us promptly in the event of such changes.

 

 

Each of the representations and warranties contained in this paragraph shall survive this Letter of Offer and the utilisation of the Facilities.

   
9. Change in ownership and/or financial conditions
   
  You shall promptly inform us of any material change in the ownership or the conditions (financial or otherwise) of your company or your firm (whether a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited partnership, limited liability partnership or otherwise), and in the event of such changes, we reserve the right to call for full immediate repayment of some or all the Facilities.
   
10. Changes in Constitution
   
  The mortgage of the property and/or any security mortgaged, charged or pledged to us or over which we have a lien or right of set-off or otherwise howsoever taken from time to time by us as security (“the securities”) shall continue to be binding and enforceable notwithstanding any change in your or your surety’s constitution, if a corporation, whether by amalgamation, consolidation, reconstruction or otherwise, and if a firm (whether a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited partnership, limited liability partnership or otherwise) whether by death, insanity, retirement, expulsion, admission of or any change in your owner(s), partner(s) or otherwise and notwithstanding that the firm no longer carries on business or that the owner of the securities or any of the partners named in the securities ceases to be the owner or a partner of the firm or by any change howsoever in its constitution.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []11

 

 

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd.
Ref: RCDA/HY/351PTHOS  

 

11. Taxes
   
  Any goods and services tax or other levies now or hereafter imposed by law or required to be paid in respect of any monies payable to or to be received by us or any expenses to be incurred by us shall (except to the extent prohibited by law) be borne by you.
   
12. Expenses
   
  All costs and expenses whatsoever including valuation costs, inspection costs, abortive costs, audit confirmation costs and legal costs and disbursements of whatsoever nature incurred by us (including, but not limited to any costs and expenses imposed by Enterprise Singapore) shall be borne by you irrespective of whether the Facilities or the Security is proceeded with or aborted for whatever reason. All costs and expenses including legal costs and expenses incurred by Enterprise Singapore and us in enforcing the payment of monies owing in respect of the Facilities and/or the Security shall be payable by you on a full indemnity basis.
   
13. Right of Debit
   
  We shall be entitled to debit your account for, where applicable, any facility fees, annual fees, late fees, monthly installment due for the Facilities, interest and/or other monies payable.
   
14. Review
   
  Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, we may at our absolute discretion from time to time review and without prior notice, vary, decrease, restructure, withdraw, cancel and/or recall the Facilities or any part thereof and/or require all or part of the monies outstanding under the Facilities to be repaid.
   
15. Opportunity to Bid and Right to Match
   
  In the event that you or any of your subsidiaries plan for listing or require any other investment banking services, we shall be informed of such requirements and we or our affiliate shall be given the opportunity to provide a bid, and to match the best offer, for the provision of advice on the listing or the investment banking services required.
   
16. Currency Indemnity
   
Any amount received or recovered by us in respect of any sum expressed to be due to us from you under this Letter of Offer and/or the security documents for the Facilities (“Security Documents”) in a currency other than Singapore Dollars, whether as a result of, or the enforcement of, a judgement or order of a court or tribunal of any jurisdiction, shall only constitute a discharge to you to the extent of the amount in Singapore Dollars which we are able, in accordance with our usual practice, to purchase with the amount so received or recovered in such other currency on the date of that receipt or recovery (or, if it is not practicable to make that purchase on that date, on the first date on which it is practicable to do so). If that amount in the Singapore Dollars is less than the amount in Singapore Dollars due to us under this Letter and/or the Security Documents, you shall indemnify us against any loss sustained by us in that event. In any event, you shall indemnify us against the cost of making any such purchase.
   
17. Pari-Passu
   
All such unsecured and/or unsubordinated obligations and/or liabilities under all such existing facilities stipulated in the previous Letter(s) of Offer shall rank ahead of, or otherwise at least pari-passu in all respects with, all other present and/or future obligations and liabilities under the EFS administered by Enterprise Singapore and/or all such other insurers/underwriters where applicable.
   
18. Terms and Conditions
   
  The Terms and Conditions for Banking Facilities attached hereto (Form No. MSL-113-0721) and any other standard terms and conditions relating to any of the Facilities shall apply. In the event of any inconsistency between the terms in the Letter of Offer and the Annexes and that set out in the Terms and Conditions for Banking Facilities and/ or any other standard terms and conditions relating to any of the Facilities, the terms in the Letter of Offer and the Annexes shall apply.

 

Customer’s Initial: [     ]Bank Officer’s Initial: []12

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.19

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.20

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 10.21

 

DATED 28th October 2024

 

BETWEEN

 

The parties whose details are set out in Schedule 1 (each a Vendor, collectively the Vendors)

 

AND

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited (Company No. 2143510)

(Purchaser)

 

 

 

SHARE SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT

IN RESPECT OF

PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Share Sale and Purchase Agreement ("Agreement") is made on 28th October 2024.

 

BETWEEN

(1)The parties whose details are set out in Schedule 1 attached hereto ("Schedule 1"), being all of the shareholders of PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD. (Company No. 201704914C), a company incorporated under the laws of Singapore, as of the date of this Agreement (each a "Vendor", collectively the "Vendors");

 

AND

(2)Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited (Company No. 2143510), a company incorporated under the laws of the British Virgin Islands and having its registered office at Ritter House, Wickhams Cay 11,PO Box 3170, Road Town, Tortola VG1110, British Virgin Islands ("Purchaser");

 

(The Vendors and the Purchaser are collectively referred to as the "Parties" and where the context permits or requires, "Party" shall mean any one of them.)

 

RECITALS:

A.The Vendors and each of them are desirous of selling the Sale Shares (as defined in Clause 1.1) to the Purchaser and the Purchaser is desirous of purchasing and accepting the transfer of the Sale Shares in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 and on the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement.

 

IT IS AGREED as follows:

1.DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION
1.1Definitions

 

In this Agreement (including the Recital\s and Schedules), unless the context otherwise requires, the following expressions shall have the respective meanings assigned to them below:

 

  "Business Day" : means a day in which commercial banks are open for business in Singapore and excludes a Saturday, Sunday or gazetted public holiday;
       
  "Company" : means PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD. (Company No. 201704914C), a company incorporated in Singapore;
       
  "Company Board" : means the board of directors of the Company;
       
  "Completion" : means the completion of the transfer of the Sale Shares in accordance with this Agreement;
       
  "Completion Date" : means the date on which Completion takes place in accordance with Clause 5;
       
  "Consideration Shares" : means an aggregate of 25,598,875 new ordinary shares of no par value each in the Purchaser to be allotted and issued by the Purchaser to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1, credited as fully paid, for the purposes of Completion;
       
  "Encumbrance(s)" : means any mortgage, charge, pledge, lien, assignment, hypothecation, security interest, title retention, preferential right or trust arrangement or other security arrangement or agreement conferring a right to a priority of payment and "Encumber'' shall be construed accordingly;
       
  "Purchase Consideration" : has the meaning specified in Clause 3.1;

 

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  "Sale Shares"   means the 204,791 shares representing the entire issued shares in the Company comprising of (i) 121,002 preference shares and (ii) 83,789 ordinary shares, to be purchased by the Purchaser from the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 and "Sale Share" means any one of them;
       
  "Surviving Provisions"   means Clauses 1, 5.2.3, and 7; and
       
  "Warranties"   means all statements of fact herein and the representations and warranties set out in Schedule 1 given by the Vendors in this Agreement.

 

1.2Interpretation
1.2.1In this Agreement, unless there is something in the context inconsistent with such construction or unless it is expressly provided otherwise:
(a)a person includes an individual, firm, partnership, joint venture, unincorporated association, corporation or other body corporate;

 

(b)a person includes the legal personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns of that person;

 

(c)a statute includes rules, regulations and any other subordinate legislation under it and consolidations, amendments, re-enactments or replacements of any of them;
(d)this Agreement and any other document or instrument referred to in this Agreement includes this Agreement and any such other document or instrument as amended, supplemented, modified or novated from time to time;
(e)a "Recital", "Clause", "Schedule", "Appendix" or "Annexure" is a reference to a recital and clause of, and schedule, appendix or annexure to, this Agreement, all of which form an integral part of this Agreement;
(f)a "Paragraph" is a reference to a paragraph of the Clause or Schedule in which such reference appears;

 

(g)writing includes all modes of representing or reproducing words in a legible, permanent and visible form;
(h)the singular includes the plural and vice versa;
(i)a gender includes all genders; and

 

  (j) a date or time of day is a reference to Singapore date or time.
1.2.2Headings and sub-headings are inserted for ease of reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
1.2.3Anything or obligation to be done under this Agreement which is required or falls to be done on a stipulated day, shall be done on the next succeeding Business Day, if the day upon which that thing or obligation is required or falls to be done falls on a day which is not a Business Day.
1.2.4Any information, fact or matter which is capable of influencing the decision of subscriber of shares or which is necessary for a subscriber to know to enable it to come to a considered judgment is to be regarded as material and unless otherwise provided, the materiality of any inaccuracy, discrepancy, commission or omission, alteration and liability in respect of any relevant subject matter will be construed accordingly.

 

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1.2.5No rule of construction applies to the disadvantage of a Party because the Party is responsible for the preparation of this Agreement or any part ofit.

 

2.SALE AND PURCHASE OF SALE SHARES
2.1Sale and Purchase

 

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement:

2.1.1The Vendors and each of them shall, as legal and beneficial owner, sell and procure the transfer to the Purchaser the Sale Shares free from all Encumbrances and together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 as of Completion; and
2.1.2the Purchaser shall purchase and accept the transfer of the Sale Shares from each of the Vendors free from all Encumbrances and together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 as of Completion.
2.2Purchase of all Sale Shares

 

The Purchaser shall not be obliged to complete the purchase of any of the Sale Shares unless the purchase of all the Sale Shares are completed simultaneously.

 

3.CONSIDERATION

 

3.1Purchase Consideration

 

The consideration for the sale, purchase and transfer of the Sale Shares ("Purchase Consideration") is arrived at on a willing buyer-willing seller basis.

3.2Settlement of Purchase Consideration

 

The Purchase Consideration shall be satisfied or settled in the manner provided in Clause 5.2 on the Completion Date.

 

4.THE VENDORS' OBLIGATION PENDING COMPLETION
4.1No other dealing with Sale Shares

 

None of the Vendors shall, after the execution of this Agreement, enter into any agreement, transaction or arrangement whatsoever (whether conditional or otherwise) to sell, dispose of, transfer, assign, convey or Encumber its entire portion of Sale Shares or any part thereof to any other party whomsoever unless otherwise provided in this Agreement.

 

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5.COMPLETION
5.1Completion shall take place upon the execution of this Agreement or such other date agreed in writing between the Parties.
5.2On the Completion Date, the following shall take place concurrently:
5.2.1the Purchaser shall:
(a)allot and issue the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 credited as fully paid; and
(b)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor, copies of the Purchaser's duly completed and signed counterpart of the share transfer form (in such prescribed forms under the applicable laws and/or the constitutional documents of the Company) in respect of the Sale Shares; and
(c)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor a copy of the written resolutions of the Purchaser's board of directors, approving the allotments and issuance of the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1; and
(d)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor a copy of the updated register of members of the Purchaser reflecting the allotments and issuance of the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1;
5.2.2each Vendor or any director of the Company (as the case may be) shall deliver or procure to be delivered to the Purchaser:
(a)copies of the duly completed and signed counterpart of the share transfer form (in such prescribed forms under the applicable laws and/or the constitutional documents of the Company) in favour of the Purchaser by each Vendor, in respect of the Sale Shares, together with the duly sealed original share certificates;
(b)a letter addressed to the Commissioner of Stamp Duties of Singapore (in such format as may be prescribed by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore) certifying the net asset value per share of the Company;
(c)a copy or extract of the meeting minutes or written resolutions of the Company's board of directors approving:
(i)the transfer of the Sale Shares to the Purchaser;
(ii)the cancellation of any and all of the share certificate(s) issued in the name of the Vendors in respect of the Sale Shares;
(iii)the execution and issuance of a new share certificate issued in the name of the Purchaser in respect of the Sale Shares;
(iv)the lodgement of the notice of transfer of the Sale Shares with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore, in order for the transfer of the Sale Shares to be updated in the electronic register of members of the Company; and
(v)the making of such other entries into such other corporate records of the Company as may be necessary;
(d)such other papers and documents as the Purchaser may require.

 

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5.2.3upon fulfilment of the obligations of the Purchaser and Vendors in Clauses 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 of this Agreement, the Vendors or any director of the Company shall direct the secretary of the Company to cause the notice of transfer in favour of the Purchaser to be lodged with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore and for the electronic register of members of the Company to be updated to reflect the Purchaser as the holder of the Sale Shares whereupon the legal and beneficial ownership of the Sale Shares shall be transferred to the Purchaser.
5.2.4The Consideration Shares shall, upon allotment and issuance, rank pari passu in all respects with the then existing issued shares in the Purchaser.

 

6.WARRANTIES / INDEMNITIES
6.1Except as expressly provided in the Warranties to the contrary, each of the Vendors, jointly and severally, give the Warranties in favour of the Purchaser as at the date of this Agreement and as at the Completion Date. Each of the Vendors hereby, jointly and severally warrants to the Purchaser that the information and statements set out in the Warranties are true, accurate and correct in all respects at the date of this Agreement and will continue to be so up to and including Completion. To this effect, the Warranties shall be deemed to be repeated during this period as if they had been entered into afresh during the said period in relation to the facts and circumstances then existing.
6.2Each of the Warranties shall be construed as a separate and independent warranty and except where this Agreement expressly provides otherwise, each such warranty is not limited by the other provisions of this Agreement, including the other Warranties.

 

7.TERMINATION
7.1If any Party breaches any of the provisions of this Agreement which (if capable of remedy) is not remedied within fourteen (14) days after being given notice by the aggrieved Party to rectify such breach, the aggrieved Party shall, if the aggrieved Party is not otherwise in breach or default of this Agreement, be entitled to all rights and remedies available at law or in equity.
7.2Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement, this Agreement (other than the Surviving Provisions) shall terminate upon the mutual written agreement of the Parties, and this Agreement shall terminate on the date of such written agreement or such other date as may be specified by the Parties in the written agreement.
7.3For the avoidance of doubt, the Surviving Provisions shall survive the expiry or termination of this Agreement.

 

8.GENERAL
8.1Notices

 

8.1.1Any notices, demands or other communications required or permitted, under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered personally or by way of electronic mail or sent by prepaid registered post to the address of the relevant Party set out in Clause 8.1.2 or to such other addresses as a Party may from time to time duly notify the other in writing.

 

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8.1.2The addresses of the Parties for the purpose of this Agreement are specified below:

 

The Vendors - PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD.

 

Attention : The Board of Directors

 

Address : 83 Science Park Drive, The Curie, #04-01A/B, Singapore 118258

 

Email address : ir@phaostech.com

 

The Purchaser - PHAOS TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD.

 

Attention : The Board of Directors

 

Address : 83 Science Park Drive, The Curie, #04-01A/B, Singapore 118258

 

Email address : ir@phaostech.com

 

8.1.3A notice shall be effective upon receipt and shall be deemed to have been received:
(a)if delivered by hand, at the time of delivery;
(b)if sent by email, when the email is sent; and
(c)if delivered by pre-paid registered post, seven (7) days after posting.
8.2Time

 

Time is of the essence as regards to all dates, periods of time and times specified in this Agreement.

 

8.3Law and Jurisdiction
8.3.1The construction, validity and performance of this Agreement and all non-contractual obligations (if any) arising from or connected with this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Singapore.
8.3.2The Parties to this Agreement irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Singapore.
8.4Enforceability
8.4.1If one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect under any applicable law or decision, the validity, legality or enforceability of the remaining provisions contained herein shall not be affected or impaired in any way.
8.4.2Each Party shall, in any such event, execute such additional documents as any other Party may reasonably request in order to give valid, legal and enforceable effect to any provision which is determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable.

 

8.4.3If any provision shall be void, illegal or unenforceable but would be valid and enforceable if read down, then that provision shall be read down to the extent necessary to render the provision valid and enforceable.

 

8.5Waivers
8.5.1Waiver of any breach of this Agreement or of any right, power, authority, discretion or remedy arising upon a breach of or default under this Agreement, must be in writing and signed by or on behalf of the party granting the waiver.

 

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8.5.2A breach of or default under this Agreement is not waived by any failure or delay by any Party in exercising or partial exercise of any right, power, authority, discretion or remedy under this Agreement.
8.5.3A right, power, authority, discretion or remedy created or arising upon a breach or default under this Agreement shall not be waived by any failure or delay in the exercise, or a partial exercise, of that or any other right, power, authority, discretion or remedy under this Agreement.

 

8.6Amendment/Variation

 

Any amendment and/or variation of any term of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by all Parties.

 

8.7Cost and Expenses
8.7.1Each Party shall bear its/his own legal, professional and other costs and expenses incurred by it/him in connection with the negotiation, preparation or completion of this Agreement.
8.7.2The Purchaser shall bear all stamp duty payable in connection with the purchase of the Sale Shares.
8.8Successors-in-title and Assignees
8.8.1No Party may without the prior written consent of the others, assign, grant any security interest over, hold on trust or otherwise transfer the benefit of the whole or any party of this Agreement.
8.8.2This Agreement is binding on the Parties and their respective successors-in-title and permitted assigns, as the case may be. Any reference in this Agreement to any of the Parties shall be construed accordingly.

 

8.9Further Assurance

 

Each of the Parties agrees at its own cost to perform (or procure the performance of) all further acts and things, and execute and deliver (or procure the execution and delivery of) such further documents, as may be required by law or as the other party may reasonably require, whether on or after the date of this Agreement, to implement and/or give effect to this Agreement and the transaction contemplated by this Agreement.

8.10Counterparts

 

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, all of which taken together constitute one instrument. This Agreement shall not be effective until each Party has executed at least one counterpart. Signatures may be exchanged by e-mail, with original signatures to be followed. Each Party agrees to be bound by its own electronic signature and that it accepts the electronic signature of any other Party.

8.11Entire Agreement

 

This Agreement constitutes the whole agreement between the Parties. This Agreement supersedes and extinguishes any previous agreements between the Parties, whether orally or in writing, in respect of the transaction contemplated by this Agreement which shall cease to have any further force or effect.

 

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Schedule 1 Details of Vendors

 

Name of Vendors  

No. of Sale Shares

Held

  Class of Sale Shares  

No. of Consideration

Shares Received

 

Total No. of Ordinary

Shares held in the Purchaser

SINGLIGHT

TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.

  30,802  

Preference Shares

  3,850,250   3,850,250

TONGHUAI SG

ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.

  38,078     4,759,750   4,759,750

SG AB VENTURE PTE.

LTD.

  6,457     807,125   807,125

TONGHUAI SG2

ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.

  15,111     1,888,875   1,888,875
BEH HOOK SENG   21,152     2,644,000   2,644,000
TAY BENG BOON   4,701     587,625   587,625
GAN HONG LOON   4,701     587,625   587,625
Preference Shares Total   121,002     15,125,250   15,125,250
LIEWAH CHOY   8,706            1,088,250   1,088,250

OPTOSIGMA

SOUTHEAST ASIA PTE. LTD.

  197  

Ordinary Shares

  24,625   24,625
SHIM SHOON CHONG   164     20,500   20,500
JASON NG TECK YEE   1,133     141,625   141,625
KOH XIAN WEI   200     25,000   25,000
WONG SWEE LEE   2,389     298,625   298,625
SIGMAKOKI CO., LTD.   983     122,875   122,875

ICHAM MASTER FUND

vcc

  2,389     298,625   298,625

CLARITY PARTNERS

MULTl STRATEGY VCC

  996     124,500   124,500
TAM NAI HIM LESLIE   4,348     543,500   543,500
TAN, YUJIE   3,697     462,125   462,125
WUBO   558     69,750   69,750
LIM SWEE GEK   873     109,125   109,125
WONG KEONG WING   10     1,250   1,250

TAN CHEE WEE

TERENCE

  500     62,500   62,500
CHUA JUN HAO, DAVID   8,000     1,000,000   1,000,000
SAM PENG PUING   2,000     250,000   250,000
SHI JINGJUN   300     37,500   37,500
LIU WEIXIAN   974     121,750   121,750

CHANG XIANG WEN,

TERENCE

  974     121,750   121,750

CHUA YEOW FONG,

KELVIN

  974     121,750   121,750
CAO YANG   873     109,125   109,125
CHEN, HONG   4,766     595,750   595,750
WANG XIAOYAN   715     89,375   89,375
PANG TECK WAI   96     12,000   12,000
ZHAI YUAN   239     29,875   29,875
WU SHITING   477     59,625   59,625

HARVEST AHEAD

LIMITED

  305     38,125   38,125

!CAPITAL HOLDINGS

(SG) PTE. LTD.

  4,112     514,000   514,000

GATE CITY

INVESTMENTS LIMITED

  2,056     257,000   257,000
TAN CHEW HIAH   4,701     587,625   587,625
CHUA KHENG CHOON   4,701     587,625   587,625
WONG WAI WAH   2,350     293,750   293,750
KOH HAN ENG   2,350     293,750   293,750
LEE WEE CHUAN   2,350     293,750   293,750
GOH JUN QI   2,350     293,750   293,750
LEE PEI FANG   4,701     587,625   587,625
ASTHINA TAN LAI HEOK   2,350     293,750   293,750
HO KA WING   3,574     446,750   446,750
YANG ZHUOJUN   358     44,750   44,750
Ordinary Shares Total   83,789     10,473,625   10,473,625

 

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Schedule 2

 

Representations and Warranties

 

1.Warranties

 

1.1General Warranties

 

1.1.1The Vendor is a duly incorporated and validly existing under the applicable laws of its jurisdiction of incorporation, with full legal right and authority to conduct its business.

 

1.1.2The Vendor has the legal right and full power and authority to enter into and perform this Agreement, which when executed will constitute valid and binding obligations on it, in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

 

1.1.3The Vendor's execution and delivery of, and its performance of its obligations under, this Agreement do not and will not violate, or exceed any power or restriction granted or imposed by:

 

(a)any provision of its constitutional documents;

 

(b)any applicable laws; and/or

 

(c)any agreement, instrument or document to which it is a party or which is binding on it or on its assets or undertaking.

 

1.1.4No Insolvency Event (as defined below) has occurred or is pending or threatened in respect to the Vendor.

 

For purposes of this Clause 1.1.4, "Insolvency Event" means in respect of persons which are corporations, companies, partnerships or any other legal entities, any of the following events:

 

(i)a petition is presented or a meeting is convened for the purpose of considering a resolution or other steps are taken by any person with the view to winding up of the person or, placing the person under judicial management;

 

(ii)the person is or is deemed by any applicable law or competent court to be insolvent or unable to pay its debts as they fall due;

 

(iii)the person resolving to wind itself up or otherwise dissolve itself;

 

(iv)the appointment of a liquidator or provisional liquidator, a curator (including a temporary curator) in respect of the person;

 

(v)a judicial manager being appointed in respect of the person or any of its assets;

 

(vi)the person entering into a scheme of arrangement or composition with or assignment for the benefit of all or any class of its creditors;

 

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(vii)the appointment of a receiver or receiver and manager over the person or any of its assets;

 

(viii)a distress, attachment or execution or other legal process is levied, enforced or sued on or against any material part of the properties or assets of the person, and is not discharged or stayed within 30 days; and/or

 

(ix)anything analogous or having a substantially similar effect to any of the events specified above happening under the Laws of any applicable jurisdiction.

 

1.2General information in respect of the Company

 

1.2.1The Company is incorporated in the Singapore and is duly registered and validly existing under the laws of Singapore.

 

1.2.2The Company is a private company limited by shares and incorporated under the laws of Singapore.

 

1.3Sale Shares

 

1.3.1The Sale Shares shall comprise 100% of the entire issued share capital of the Company at the Completion Date.
   
1.3.2There are no subsisting agreements or arrangements to create any Encumbrance on or over any of the Sale Shares, whether at this time or in the future, nor are the Sale Shares the subject of any subsisting rights to acquire or options.
   
1.3.3The Sale Shares at the Completion Date will be fully paid and no moneys will be owing in respect of them.
   
1.3.4All of the Vendors and each of them will on Completion Date be entitled to transfer or procure the transfer of the full legal and beneficial ownership of the Sale Shares of which it is the legal and beneficial holder to the Purchaser together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto without the consent of any other person and free of any pre-emptive rights, rights of first refusal or other Encumbrances.
   
1.3.5The Sale Shares are genuine and are not subject to any competing interest or claims by any other person.
   
1.3.6On the Completion Date, the Purchaser shall be able to register the Sale Shares in the name of the Purchaser subject only to the payment of the relevant stamp duties and registration fees, if any.
   
1.3.7On the Completion Date, the Sale Shares are not subject to any approval or consent of the financiers/creditors of the Company for, inter alia, the sale and transfer of the Sale Shares in favour of the Purchaser, upon the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement.

 

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )  
SINGLIGHT TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PTE. LTD. ) Hong Ming Hui
(Company No. 201914175W) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

12

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. )  
(Company No. 201824479Z) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

13

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
SG AB VENTURE PTE. LTD. )  
(Company No. 201835425G) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

14

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
TONGHUAI SG2 ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. )  
(Company No. 202013693K) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

15

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
BEH HOOK SENG )
  )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

16

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAY BENG BOON ) Tay Beng Boon
  )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

17

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
GAN HONG LOON ) Gan Hong Loon
  )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

18

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIEW AH CHOY ) Liew Ah Choy
  )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

19

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
OPTOSIGMA SOUTHEAST ASIA PTE. LTD. )  
(Company No. 201904423W) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

20

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SHIM SHOON CHONG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

21

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
JASON NG TECK YEE )  
  ) Jason Ng Teck Yee
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

22

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
KOH XIAN WEI )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

23

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG SWEE LEE )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

24

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by Yosuke Kondo )  
     
(Company Representative for and on behalf of )
SIGMAKOKI CO., LTD. )  
(Company No. T19UF0050K) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Yasuyuki Ishii    

 

25

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
ICHAM MASTER FUND VCC )  
(Company No. T20VC0034C) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

26

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
CLARITY PARTNERS MULTI STRATEGYVCC) )  
(Company No. T21VC0128L) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

27

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAM NAI HIM LESLIE )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

28

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAn, YUJIE )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

29

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WU BO )
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

30

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIM SWEE GEK )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

31

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG KEONG WING )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

32

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAN CHEE WEE TERENCE )  
  ) Tan Chee Wee Terence
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

33

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA JUN HAO, DAVID )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

34

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SAM PENG PUING )  
  ) SAM PENG PUING
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

35

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SHI JINGJUN )  
  ) SHI JINGJUN
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

36

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIU WEIXIAN )  
  ) Liu Weixian
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

37

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHANG XIANG WEN, TERENCE )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

38

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA YEOW FONG, KELVIN )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

39

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CAO YANG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

40

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHEN, HONG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

41

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WANG XIAOYAN )  
  ) WANG XIAOYAN
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

42

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
PANG TECK WAI )  
  ) Pang Teck Wai
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

43

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
ZHAI YUAN )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

44

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WU SHITING )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

45

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
  )  
for and on behalf of )  
HARVEST AHEAD LIMITED )
(Company No. 1880157) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

46

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
  )  
for and on behalf of )  
CAPITAL HOLDINGS (SG) PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 202112810M) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

47

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
  )  
for and on behalf of )  
GATE CITY INVESTMENTS LIMITED )
(Company No. 1954417) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

48

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAN CHEW HIAH )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

49

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA KHENG CHOON )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

50

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG WAI WAH )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

51

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
KOH HAN ENG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

52

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LEE WEE CHUAN )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

53

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
GOH JUN QI )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

54

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LEE PEI FANG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

55

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
ASTHINA TAN LAI HEOK )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

56

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
HO KA WING )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

57

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
YANG ZHUOJUN )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

58

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Purchaser    
     
SIGNED by )  
Hook Seng Beh )  
for and on behalf of )
Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited )  
(Company No. 2143510) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

59

 

 

Exhibit 10.22

 

DATED ___29th November____________2024

 

BETWEEN

 

The parties whose details are set out in Schedule 1 and Schedule 2

(each a Vendor, collectively the Vendors)

 

AND

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (Company No. 407937)

(Purchaser)

 

 

 

SHARE SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT

IN RESPECT OF

Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited

 

 

 

 
 

 

This Share Sale and Purchase Agreement (“Agreement”) is made on __29th November__________________________2024.

 

BETWEEN

 

(1)The parties whose details are set out in Schedule 1 ("Schedule 1") and Schedule 2 attached hereto, being all of the shareholders of Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited (Company No. 2143510), a company incorporated under the laws of the British Virgin Islands and having its registered office at Ritter House, Wickhams Cay II, PO Box 3170, Road Town, Tortola VG1110, British Virgin Islands (each a “Vendor”, collectively the "Vendors");

 

AND

 

(2)Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (Company No. 407937), a company incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands and having its registered office at 89 Nexus Way, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-9009, Cayman Islands (“Purchaser”);

 

(The Vendors and the Purchaser are collectively referred to as the “Parties” and where the context permits or requires, “Party” shall mean any one of them.)

 

RECITALS:

 

A.The Vendors and each of them are desirous of selling the Sale Shares (as defined in Clause 1.1) to the Purchaser and the Purchaser is desirous of purchasing and accepting the transfer of the Sale Shares in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 and on the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement.

 

IT IS AGREED as follows:

 

1.DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATION

 

1.1Definitions

 

In this Agreement (including the Recitals and Schedules), unless the context otherwise requires, the following expressions shall have the respective meanings assigned to them below:

 

“Business Day” : means a day in which banks are open for business in British Virgin Islands and excludes a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday;
     
“Company” : means Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited (Company No. 2143510), a company incorporated in British Virgin Islands ;
     
 “Company Board” : means the board of directors of the Company;
     
“Completion” : means the completion of the transfer of the Sale Shares in accordance with this Agreement;
     
“Completion Date” : means the date on which Completion takes place under Clause 5;
     
“Consideration Shares” :  means an aggregate of 10,473,625 Class A ordinary shares of US$0.0001 each and 15,125,250 Class B ordinary shares of US$0.0001 each in the Purchaser to be allotted and issued by the Purchaser to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1, credited as fully paid, for the purposes of Completion
     
“Encumbrance(s)” : means any mortgage, charge, pledge, lien, assignment, hypothecation, security interest, title retention, preferential right or trust arrangement or other security arrangement or agreement conferring a right to a priority of payment and “Encumber” shall be construed accordingly;
     
“Purchase Consideration” : has the meaning specified in Clause 3.1;
     
“Sale Shares” : :means the 25,598,875 ordinary shares representing the entire issued shares in the Company to be purchased by the Purchaser from the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 and “Sale Share” means any one of them; and
     
“Warranties” : means all statements of fact herein and the representations and warranties set out in Schedule 1 given by the Vendor in this Agreement; and

 

 
 

 

1.2Interpretation

 

1.2.1In this Agreement, unless there is something in the context inconsistent with such construction or unless it is expressly provided otherwise:

 

(a)a person includes an individual, firm, partnership, joint venture, unincorporated association, corporation or other body corporate;

 

(b)a person includes the legal personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns of that person;

 

(c)a statute includes rules, regulations and any other subordinate legislation under it and consolidations, amendments, re-enactments or replacements of any of them;

 

(d)this Agreement and any other document or instrument referred to in this Agreement includes this Agreement and any such other document or instrument as amended, supplemented, modified or novated from time to time;

 

(e)a “Recital”, “Clause”, “Schedule”, “Appendix” or “Annexure” is a reference to a recital and clause of, and schedule, appendix or annexure to, this Agreement, all of which form an integral part of this Agreement;

 

(f)a “Paragraph” is a reference to a paragraph of the Clause or Schedule in which such reference appears;

 

(g)writing includes all modes of representing or reproducing words in a legible, permanent and visible form;

 

(h)the singular includes the plural and vice versa;

 

(i)a gender includes all genders; and

 

(j)a date or time of day is a reference to British Virgin Islands date or time.

 

1.2.2Headings and sub-headings are inserted for ease of reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.

 

1.2.3Anything or obligation to be done under this Agreement which requires or falls to be done on a stipulated day, shall be done on the next succeeding Business Day, if the day upon which that thing or obligation is required or falls to be done falls on a day which is not a Business Day.

 

1.2.4Any information, fact or matter which is capable of influencing the decision of subscriber of shares or which is necessary for a subscriber to know to enable it to come to a considered judgment is to be regarded as material and unless otherwise provided, the materiality of any inaccuracy, discrepancy, commission or omission, alteration and liability in respect of any relevant subject matter will be construed accordingly.

 

 
 

 

1.2.5No rule of construction applies to the disadvantage of a Party because the Party is responsible for the preparation of this Agreement or any part of it.

 

2.SALE AND PURCHASE OF SALE SHARES

 

2.1Sale and Purchase

 

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement:

 

2.1.1The Vendors and each of them shall sell and procure transfer to the Purchaser the Sale Shares free from all Encumbrances and together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto in the manner as set out in Schedule 1; and

 

2.1.2the Purchaser shall purchase and accept the transfer of the Sale Shares from the each of the Vendors free from all Encumbrances and together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto in the manner as set out in Schedule 1.

 

2.2Purchase of all Sale Shares

 

The Purchaser shall not be obliged to complete the purchase of any of the Sale Shares unless the purchase of all the Sale Shares are completed simultaneously.

 

3.CONSIDERATION

 

3.1Purchase Consideration

 

The consideration for the sale, purchase and transfer of the Sale Shares ("Purchase Consideration") is arrived at on a willing buyer–willing seller basis.

 

3.2Settlement of Purchase Consideration

 

The Purchase Consideration shall be satisfied or settled in the manner provided in Clause 5.2 on the Completion Date.

 

4.THE VENDORS' OBLIGATION PENDING COMPLETION

 

4.1No other dealing with Sale Shares

 

None of the Vendors shall, after the execution of this Agreement, enter into any agreement, transaction or arrangement whatsoever (whether conditional or otherwise) to sell, dispose of, transfer, assign, convey or Encumber its entire portion of Sale Shares or any part thereof to any other party whomsoever unless otherwise provided in this Agreement.

 

 
 

 

5. COMPLETION

 

5.1Completion shall take place at the execution of this Agreement or such other date agreed in writing between the Parties.

 

5.2On the Completion Date, the following shall take place concurrently:

 

5.2.1the Purchaser shall:

 

(a)allot and issue the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1 credited as fully paid; and

 

(b)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor, copies of the Purchaser’s duly completed and signed counterpart of the share transfer form (in such prescribed forms under the applicable laws and/or the constitutional documents of the Company) in respect of the Sale Shares; and

 

(c)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor a copy of the written resolutions of the Purchaser’s board of directors, approving the allotments and issuance of the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1; and

 

(d)deliver or procure to be delivered to each Vendor a copy of the updated register of members of the Purchaser reflecting the allotments and issuance of the Consideration Shares to the Vendors in the manner as set out in Schedule 1;

 

5.2.2each Vendor or any director of the Company (as the case may be) shall deliver or procure to be delivered to the Purchaser:

 

(a)copies of the duly completed and signed counterpart of the share transfer form (in such prescribed forms under the applicable laws and/or the constitutional documents of the Company) in favour of the Purchaser by each Vendor, in respect of the Sale Shares, together with the duly sealed original share certificates;

 

(b)a copy or extract of the meeting minutes or written resolutions of the Company's board of directors approving:

 

(i)the transfer of the Sale Shares to the Purchaser;

 

(ii)the cancellation of any and all of the share certificate(s) issued in the name of the Vendors in respect of the Sale Shares;

 

(iii)the execution and issuance of a new share certificate issued in the name of the Purchaser in respect of the Sale Shares;

 

(iv)the registered agent of the Company to update the register of members; and

 

(v)the making of such other entries into such other corporate records of the Company as may be necessary;

 

(c)such other papers and documents as the Purchaser may require.

 

5.2.3upon fulfilment of the obligations of the Purchaser and Vendors in Clauses 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 of this Agreement, the Vendors or any director of the Company shall direct the register agent to update the register of members of the Company to reflect the Purchaser as the holder of the Sale Shares whereupon the legal and beneficial ownership of the Sale Shares shall be transferred to the Purchaser.
5.2.4The Consideration Shares shall, upon allotment and issuance, rank pari passu in all respects with the then existing issued shares in the Purchaser.

 

 
 

 

6.WARRANTIES / INDEMNITIES

 

Except as expressly provided in the Warranties to the contrary, each of the Vendors, jointly and severally, give the Warranties in favour of the Purchaser as at the date of this Agreement and as at the Completion Date. Each of the Vendors hereby, jointly and severally warrants to the Purchaser that the information and statements set out in the Warranties are true, accurate and correct in all respects at the date of this Agreement and will continue to be so up to and including Completion. To this effect, the Warranties shall be deemed to be repeated during this period as if they had been entered into afresh during the said period in relation to the facts and circumstances then existing.

 

7.TERMINATION

 

If any Party breaches any of the provisions of this Agreement which (if capable of remedy) is not remedied within fourteen (14) days after being given notice by the aggrieved Party to rectify such breach, the aggrieved Party shall, if the aggrieved Party is not otherwise in breach or default of this Agreement, be entitled to all rights and remedies available at law or in equity.

 

8.GENERAL

 

8.1Notices

 

8.1.1Any notices, demands or other communications required or permitted, under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered personally or by way of electronic mail or sent by prepaid registered post to the address of the relevant Party set out in Clause 8.1.2 or to such other addresses as a Party may from time to time duly notify the other in writing.

 

8.1.2The addresses of the Parties for the purpose of this Agreement are specified below:

 

The Vendors - Phaos Technology Holdings (BVI) Limited

 

Attention :The Board of Directors
Address :Ritter House, Wickhams Cay II, PO Box 3170, Road Town, Tortola VG1110, British Virgin Islands
Email address :ir@phaostech.com

 

The Purchaser - Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited

 

Attention :The Board of Directors
Address :89 Nexus Way, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-9009, Cayman Islands
Email address :ir@phaostech.com

 

8.1.3A notice shall be effective upon receipt and shall be deemed to have been received:

 

(a)if delivered by hand, at the time of delivery;

 

(b)if sent by email, when the email is sent; and

 

(c)if delivered by pre-paid registered post, seven (7) days after posting.

 

 
 

 

8.2Time

 

Time is of the essence as regards to all dates, periods of time and times specified in this Agreement.

 

8.3Law and Jurisdiction

 

8.3.1The construction, validity and performance of this Agreement and all non-contractual obligations (if any) arising from or connected with this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of British Virgin Islands.

 

8.3.2The Parties to this Agreement irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Virgin Islands.

 

8.4Enforceability

 

8.4.1If one or more of the provisions of this Agreement shall be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect under any applicable law or decision, the validity, legality or enforceability of the remaining provisions contained herein shall not be affected or impaired in any way.

 

8.4.2Each Party shall, in any such event, execute such additional documents as any other Party may reasonably request in order to give valid, legal and enforceable effect to any provision which is determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable.

 

8.4.3If any provision shall be void, illegal or unenforceable but would be valid and enforceable if read down, then that provision shall be read down to the extent necessary to render the provision valid and enforceable.

 

8.5Waivers

 

8.5.1Waiver of any breach of this Agreement or of any right, power, authority, discretion or remedy arising upon a breach of or default under this Agreement, must be in writing and signed by or on behalf of the party granting the waiver.

 

8.5.2A breach of or default under this Agreement is not waived by any failure or delay by any Party in exercising or partial exercise of any right, power, authority, discretion or remedy under this Agreement.

 

8.5.3A right, power, authority, discretion or remedy created or arising upon a breach or default under this Agreement shall not be waived by any failure or delay in the exercise, or a partial exercise, of that or any other right, power, authority, discretion or remedy under this Agreement.

 

8.6Amendment/Variation

 

Any amendment and/or variation of any term of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by all Parties.

 

 
 

 

8.7Cost and Expenses

 

8.7.1Each Party shall bear its/his own legal, professional and other costs and expenses incurred by it/him in connection with the negotiation, preparation or completion of this Agreement.

 

8.7.2The Purchaser shall bear all stamp duty payable in connection with the purchase of the Sale Shares.

 

8.8Successors-in-title and Assignees

 

8.8.1No Party may without the prior written consent of the others, assign, grant any security interest over, hold on trust or otherwise transfer the benefit of the whole or any party of this Agreement.

 

8.8.2This Agreement is binding on the Parties and their respective successors-in-title and permitted assigns, as the case may be. Any reference in this Agreement to any of the Parties shall be construed accordingly.

 

8.9Further Assurance

 

Each of the Parties agrees at its own cost to perform (or procure the performance of) all further acts and things, and execute and deliver (or procure the execution and delivery of) such further documents, as may be required by law or as the other party may reasonably require, whether on or after the date of this Agreement, to implement and/or give effect to this Agreement and the transaction contemplated by this Agreement.

 

8.10Counterparts

 

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, all of which taken together constitute one instrument. This Agreement shall not be effective until each Party has executed at least one counterpart. Signatures may be exchanged by e-mail, with original signatures to be followed. Each Party agrees to be bound by its own electronic signature and that it accepts the electronic signature of any other Party.

 

8.11Entire Agreement

 

This Agreement constitutes the whole agreement between the Parties. This Agreement supersedes and extinguishes any previous agreements between the Parties, whether orally or in writing, in respect of the transaction contemplated by this Agreement which shall cease to have any further force or effect.

 

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Schedule 1 Representations and Warranties

 

1.Warranties

 

1.1General information in respect of the Company

 

1.1.1The Company is incorporated in the British Virgin Islands and is duly registered and validly existing under the laws of British Virgin Islands.

 

1.1.2The Company is a private company limited by shares and incorporated under the laws of British Virgin Islands.

 

1.2Sale Shares

 

1.2.1The Sale Shares shall comprise 100% of the entire issued share capital of the Company at the Completion Date.

 

1.2.2There are no subsisting agreements or arrangements to create any Encumbrance on or over any of the Sale Shares, whether at this time or in the future, nor are the Sale Shares the subject of any subsisting rights to acquire or options.

 

1.2.3The Sale Shares at the Completion Date will be fully paid and no moneys will be owing in respect of them.

 

1.2.4All of the Vendors and each of them will on Completion Date be entitled to transfer or procure the transfer of the full legal ownership of the Sale Shares of which it is the legal holder to the Purchaser together with all rights and benefits attaching thereto without the consent of any other person and free of any pre-emptive rights, rights of first refusal or other Encumbrances.

 

1.2.5The Sale Shares are genuine and are not subject to any competing interest or claims by any other person.

 

1.2.6On the Completion Date, the Purchaser shall be able to register the Sale Shares in the name of the Purchaser subject only to the payment of the relevant stamp duties and registration fees, if any.

 

1.2.7On the Completion Date, the Sale Shares are not subject to any approval or consent of the financiers/creditors of the Company for, inter alia, the sale and transfer of the Sale Shares in favour of the Purchaser, upon the terms and subject to the conditions of this Agreement.

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )  
SINGLIGHT TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PTE. LTD. ) Hong Ming Hui
(Company No. 201914175W) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 2018244792) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )  
SG AB VENTURE PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 201835425G) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 202013693K) )  
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
BEH HOOK SENG )  
)
in the presence of: )
 
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAY BENG BOON ) Tay Beng Boon
)
in the presence of: )
 
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
GAN HONG LOON ) Gab Hong loon
)
in the presence of: )
 
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIEWAH CHOY ) liew ah Choy
)
in the presence of: )
 
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF )
OPTOSIGMA SOUTHEAST ASIA PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 201904423W) )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SHIM SHOON CHONG )  
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
JASON NG TECK YEE ) Jason Ng Teck Yee
  )
in the presence of: )  
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
KOH XIAN WEI )
  )
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG SWEE LEE )
  )
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by Yosuke Kondo )  
                     (Company Representative )  
for and on behalf of    
SIGMAKOKI CO., LTD. )
(Company No. T19UF0050K) )
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
ICHAM MASTER FUND VCC )
(Company No. T20VC0034C) )
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CLARITY PARTNERS MULTl STRATEGY VCC )
(Company No. T21VC0128L) )
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAM NAI HIM LESLIE )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAN, YUJIE )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WU BO )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIM SWEE GEK )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG KEONG WING )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAN CHEE WEE TERENCE ) Tan Chee Wee Terence
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA JUN HAO, DAVID )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SAM PENG PUING ) SAM PENG PUING
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
SHI JING JUN ) Shing Jing Jun
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LIU WEIXIAN ) Liu Weixian
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHANG XIANG WEN, TERENCE )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA YEOW FONG, KELVIN )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CAO YANG )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHEN, HONG )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WANG XIAOYAN ) WANG XIAOYAN
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
PANG TECK WAI ) Pang Teck Wai
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
Zhai yuan )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WU SHITING )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
for and on behalf of )
HARVEST AHEAD LIMITED )  
(Company No. 1880157) )
in the presence of: )  
     
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
for and on behalf of )
ICAPITAL HOLDINGS (SG) PTE. LTD. )
(Company No. 202112810M) )
in the presence of: )  
     
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
     
for and on behalf of )
GATE CITY INVESTMENTS LIMITED )
(Company No. 1954417) )
in the presence of: )  
     
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
TAN CHIEW HIAH )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
CHUA KHENG CHOON )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
WONG WAI WAH )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
KOH HAN ENG )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LEE WEE CHUAN )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
GOH JUN QI )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
LEE PEI FANG )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
ASTHINA TAN LAI HEOK )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
HO KA WING )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
YANG ZHUOJUN )
)
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties have hereunto caused this Agreement to be duly executed as at the day and year first above written.

 

Vendor    
     
SIGNED by )  
Hook Seng beh )

for and on behalf of

)  
Phaos Technology Holding (Cayman) Limited )
(Company No . 407937)    
in the presence of: )
   
   
Witness's signature    
Name: Melissa Khoo    

 

 
 

 

Schedule 1

 

Name of Vendors   No. of Sale Shares Held Class of Sale Shares   No. of Consideration Shares Received  

Total No. of Class B Ordinary Shares held

in the Purchaser

SINGLIGHT TECHNOLOGY

HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.

  3,850,250

 

 

 

 

 

Ordinary Shares

  3,850,250   3,850,250

TONGHUAI SG

ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.

  4,759,750   4,759,750   4,759,750

SG AB VENTURE PTE.

LTD.

  807,125   807,125   807,125

TONGHUAI SG2

ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.

  1,888,875   1,888,875   1,888,875
BEH HOOK SENG   2,644,000   2,644,000   2,644,000
TAY BENG BOON   587,625   587,625   587,625
GAN HONG LOON   587,625   587,625   587,625
Ordinary Shares Total   15,125,250 -   15,125,250   15,125,250
Name of Vendors   No. of Sale Shares Held Class of Sale Shares   No. of Consideration Shares Received  

Total No. of Class A

Ordinary Shares held in the Purchaser

LIEW AH CHOY   1,088,250

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ordinary Shares

  1,088,250   1,088,250

OPTOSIGMA SOUTHEAST ASIA PTE.

LTD.

  24,625   24,625   24,625
SHIM SHOON CHONG   20,500   20,500   20,500
JASON NG TECK YEE   141,625   141,625   141,625
KOH XIAN WEI   25,000   25,000   25,000
WONG SWEE LEE   298,625   298,625   298,625
SIGMAKOKI CO., LTD.   122,875   122,875   122,875
ICHAM MASTER FUND VCC   298,625   298,625   298,625
CLARITY PARTNERS MULTI STRATEGY VCC   124,500   124,500   124,500
TAM NAI HIM LESLIE   543,500   543,500   543,500
TAN, YUJIE   462,125   462,125   462,125
WU BO   69,750   69,750   69,750
LIM SWEE GEK   109,125   109,125   109,125
WONG KEONG WING   1,250   1,250   1,250
TAN CHEE WEE TERENCE   62,500   62,500   62,500
CHUA JUN HAO, DAVID   1,000,000   1,000,000   1,000,000
SAM PENG PUING   250,000   250,000   250,000
SHI JINGJUN   37,500   37,500   37,500
LIU WEIXIAN   121,750   121,750   121,750
CHANG XIANG WEN, TERENCE   121,750   121,750   121,750
CHUA YEOW FONG, KELVIN   121,750   121,750   121,750
CAO YANG   109,125   109,125   109,125
CHEN, HONG   595,750   595,750   595,750
WANG XIAOYAN   89,375   89,375   89,375
PANG TECK WAI   12,000   12,000   12,000
ZHAI YUAN   29,875   29,875   29,875
WU SHITING   59,625   59,625   59,625
HARVEST AHEAD LIMITED   38,125   38,125   38,125
ICAPITAL HOLDINGS (SG) PTE. LTD.   514,000   514,000   514,000
GATE CITY INVESTMENTS LIMITED   257,000   257,000   257,000
TAN CHEW HIAH   587,625   587,625   587,625
CHUA KHENG CHOON   587,625   587,625   587,625
WONG WAI WAH   293,750   293,750   293,750
KOH HAN ENG   293,750   293,750   293,750
LEE WEE CHUAN   293,750   293,750   293,750
GOH JUN QI   293,750   293,750   293,750
LEE PEI FANG   587,625   587,625   587,625
ASTHINA TAN LAI HEOK   293,750   293,750   293,750
HO KA WING   446,750   446,750   446,750
YANG ZHUOJUN   44,750     44,750   44,750
Ordinary Shares Total   10,473,625 -   10,473,625   10,473,625

 

 
 

 

Schedule 2

 

Name of Vendors   Address
SINGLIGHT TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.   10 Ubi Crescent, #04-19, Ubi Techpark, Singapore 408564
TONGHUAI SG ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.   59 Mohamed Sultan Road, #01-10 Sultan-Link, Singapore 238999
SG AB VENTURE PTE. LTD.   57 Mohamed Sultan Road #02-06 Sultan-Link, Singapore 238997
TONGHUAI SG2 ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.  

57 Mohamed Sultan Road #02-04 Sultan-Link, Singapore

238997

BEH HOOK SENG   139 Westwood Avenue, The Woods, Singapore 648242
TAY BENG BOON   302 Hougang Avenue 5, #03-435, Singapore 530302
GAN HONG LOON   140 Bishan Street 12, #04-488, Bishan Green, Singapore 570140
LIEW AH CHOY   96 Holland Grove View, Singapore 276253
OPTOSIGMA SOUTHEAST ASIA PTE. LTD.   83 Science Park Drive, #02-01, The Curie, Singapore 118258
SHIM SHOON CHONG   39, Spg 53 Jalan Telanal Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
JASON NG TECK YEE   120 Lower Delta Road, #05-09/11, Cendex Centre, Singapore 169208
KOH XIAN WEI   50 Ubi Avenue 3, #02-08, Frontier, Singapore 408866
WONG SWEE LEE   239 Serangoon Avenue 2, #12-27, Singapore 550239
SIGMAKOKI CO., LTD.   17-2, Simotakahagi-Shinden, Hidaka-Shi, Saitama Prefecture
ICHAM MASTER FUND VCC   9 Temasek Boulevard, #38-02, Suntec Tower Two, Singapore 038989
CLARITY PARTNERS MULTI STRATEGY VCC   53 Mohamed Sultan Road #01-01, Sultan-Link, Singapore 238993
TAM NAI HIM LESLIE   26/F, 1 Robinson Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong
TAN, YUJIE   House 80 Mohamed Sultan Road, #03-28, The Pier at Robertson, Singapore 239013
WU BO   Flat F, 16/F, Block 2, 258 Queen’s Road East, The Zenith, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
LIM SWEE GEK   31 Jalan Dusun, #10-01, Gallery Fifteen, Singapore 329370
WONG KEONG WING   491H Tampines Street 45, #12-244, Singapore 527491
TAN CHEE WEE TERENCE   16K Lorong Selangat Milford Villas, Singapore 358754
CHUA JUN HAO, DAVID   11 Toh Yi Drive, #07-361, Toh Yi Gardens, Singapore 590011
SAM PENG PUING   258A Punggol Field, #17-17, Punggol Topaz, Singapore 821258
SHI JINGJUN   8 Whampoa East, #16-22, Eight Riversuites, Singapore 338520
LIU WEIXIAN   31 Woodlands Close, #02-19, Woodlands Horizon, Singapore 737855
CHANG XIANG WEN, TERENCE   11 Clifton Vale, Braddell Heights Estate, Singapore 359683
CHUA YEOW FONG, KELVIN   5 Farrer Road, #07-56, Farrer Gardens, Singapore 260005
CAO YANG   23 Jalan Raja Udang, #10-12, The Arte, Singapore 329216
CHEN, HONG   No 6269 Humin Road, Unit 1004 Shanghai, China
WANG XIAOYAN   238 Orchard Boulevard, #20-05, The Orchard Residences, Singapore 237973
PANG TECK WAI   No 8 Permai Valley Jalan Tuaran, Mile 3 1/2 88450 Likas Sabah, Malaysia
ZHAI YUAN   1 Jiak Kim Street, #33-06, Fraser Residence River Promenade, Singapore 169423
WU SHITING   80 Thomson Ridge, Thomson Ridge, Singapore 574662
HARVEST AHEAD LIMITED   Aegis Chambers, 1st Fl Ellen Skelton Bldg 3076, Sir Francis, Drake’s Highway Rd Town, Tortola VG1110, British Virgin Islands
ICAPITAL HOLDINGS (SG) PTE. LTD.   9 Temasek Boulevard, #38-02B. Suntec Tower 2, Singapore 038989
GATE CITY INVESTMENTS LIMITED  

Vistra Corporate Services Centre, Wickhams Cay II Road Town,

Torlola, VG1110, British Virgin Islands

TAN CHEW HIAH   52 Begonia Drive, Hock Swee Hill, Singapore 809910
CHUA KHENG CHOON   52 Begonia Drive, Hock Swee Hill, Singapore 809910
WONG WAI WAH   729 Clementi West Street 2, #10-352, Singapore 120729
KOH HAN ENG   8 Bukit Batok Street 41, #14-19, Le Quest, Singapore 657993

 

LEE WEE CHUAN

  183D Boon Lay Avenue, #11-748, Boon Lay Grove, Singapore 644183
GOH JUN QI   358 Bukit Batok Street 31, #10-381, Singapore 650358
LEE PEI FANG   11 Toh Yi Drive, #07-361, Toh Yi Gardens, Singapore 590011
ASTHINA TAN LAI HEOK   221 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh, #15-683, Singapore 310221

 

HO KA WING

  Flat F, 17/F, Tower 8, K. City, 7 Muk Ning Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong
YANG ZHUOJUN   Flat B, 29/F, Blk 5A 9 Austin Road West, Tsimshatsui KLN

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 23.1

 

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

 

We hereby consent to the inclusion in this Registration Statement on Form F-1 (Amendment No. 4) of our report dated November 13, 2024 except for Notes 1, 11 and 16 for which the date is November 29, 2024, and Note 2 for which the date is December 11, 2024, relating to the consolidated financial statements of Phaos Technology Pte. Ltd. as of and for the years ended April 30, 2024 and 2023

 

We also consent to the reference to our firm under the caption “Experts” in such Registration Statement.

 

/s/ Kreit & Chiu CPA LLP

 

Los Angeles, California

February 19, 2025

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.6

 

CONSENT OF LIONEL CHOONG

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (the “Company”) intends to file a Registration Statement on Form F-1 (together with any amendments or supplements thereto, the “Registration Statement”) registering securities for issuance in its initial public offering. As required by Rule 438 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the undersigned hereby consents to being named in the Registration Statement as a Director Nominee.

 

Dated: March 26, 2025  
   
/s/ Erik Cheong  
Erik Cheong  

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.8

 

CONSENT OF LIONEL CHOONG

 

Phaos Technology Holdings (Cayman) Limited (the “Company”) intends to file a Registration Statement on Form F-1 (together with any amendments or supplements thereto, the “Registration Statement”) registering securities for issuance in its initial public offering. As required by Rule 438 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the undersigned hereby consents to being named in the Registration Statement as a Director Nominee.

 

Dated: March 26, 2025  
   
/s/ Koh Boon Chiao  
Koh Boon Chiao