‘Think Business, Think Hong Kong’ is coming to Jakarta ACN Newswire

‘Think Business, Think Hong Kong’ is coming to Jakarta

December 13, 2024
Jakarta, Indonesia, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is set to conduct its mega promotion campaign, Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK), in Jakarta on 8 January.The full-day symposium, set to take place at Shangri-La Jakarta, will bring together business leaders from Hong Kong and Indonesia. More than 20 government representatives and business leaders will speak about the latest developments and opportunities in Asia and across diverse sectors, including finance, smart city, sustainability, transportation, innovation and technology (I&T) and more. Over 1,000 participants, including Indonesian government officials and business leaders from large corporations and SMEs, are expected.TBTHK aims to showcase Hong Kong, a resilient business and investment hub, as an ideal springboard for Indonesian businesses to access new opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), as well as the wider China and Asia markets. Ronald Ho, HKTDC’s Regional Director of Southeast Asia and South Asia, said at a press conference in Jakarta, “Hong Kong's strategic location as an international financial, fundraising and investment hub and as the gateway between Mainland China and the rest of the world presents immense opportunities for Indonesian businesses seeking to expand in the GBA and Mainland China. We look forward to connecting businesses with opportunities at TBTHK in Jakarta on 8 January.” He continued, “the Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive led a delegation organised by the HKTDC last year to ASEAN, including Indonesia, which resulted in the signing of 15 MoUs. The TBTHK promotion will build on that previous success to further promote business cooperation between Indonesia and Hong Kong.”Event HighlightIn addition to the symposium, some 20 Hong Kong service providers and start-ups will feature their flagship products and solutions in the exhibition’s Business Support Zone and InnoVenture Salon to create opportunities for collaboration with Indonesian participants.A delegation of some 100 senior executives, innovators, start-ups and professional service providers from various service sectors – including I&T, infrastructure and transportation – will explore business opportunities in Indonesia through company visits, networking events and business matching meetings.A high-level gala dinner, during which Hong Kong and Indonesia business leaders will have the opportunity to further engage in dialogue and network, concludes the day’s events.Indonesia-Hong Kong strong tiesAs the largest country in Southeast Asia, Indonesia is an important partner for Hong Kong. Economically, Hong Kong and Indonesia have seen their trade and investment ties deepen over the past decades. In 2023, Indonesia was Hong Kong’s 6th largest trading partner among ASEAN member states.Regarding bilateral investment, at the end of 2023, Hong Kong was Indonesia’s 6th largest investor, after Singapore, Japan, the US, the Netherlands and Mainland China, with a total FDI stock of US$17,253 million. In the same year, Hong Kong was Indonesia’s 2nd largest source of FDI, after Singapore, with a FDI flow of US$3,769 million.Presenting Hong Kong as an Ideal Business PartnerHong Kong has consistently ranked high on economic freedom and competitiveness. Its institutional strengths, including its free trade and investment regimes, a simple and low tax system and free flow of capital and goods offer a favourable business and investment environment.As a major business and trading hub in Asia, the city boasts excellent connectivity to the rest of Asia, with half of the world’s population within a five-hour flight. The new three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport will significantly enhance passenger and cargo capacity, further solidifying its status as an international aviation hub. With Mainland China at its doorstep, Hong Kong serves as a gateway to this vast market, acting as a super connector between China and the world. Home to numerous international logistics firms and experienced supply chain service providers, Hong Kong can address the needs of ASEAN businesses.ASEAN countries can leverage Hong Kong's status as a premier international finance and business centre to raise funds and attract investment for developing smart cities, advancing the manufacturing sector and enhancing sustainability initiatives. As the largest offshore RMB market, the city provides robust infrastructure for efficient clearing and settlement of cross-border transactions. Its supportive regulatory environment fosters innovation and collaboration among ASEAN nations, promoting economic integration and offering diverse options for trade settlement. Through strategic partnerships with central banks, Hong Kong is ideally positioned to facilitate the growth of local currency usage, strengthening trade and investment across the region.With its strategic location as a finance, fundraising, and investment hub, combined with its role as superconnector, Hong Kong presents immense opportunities for Indonesian businesses seeking to expand into the GBA, Mainland China, Belt and Road countries and the wider Asia market.For more information, visit:https://thinkbusinessthinkhk.com/2025-jakarta/symposium/en/index.htmlPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4iyAChiA press conference was held in Jakarta today, during which Ronald Ho, HKTDC’s Regional Director of South East Asia and South Asia, announced details of the Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) mega promotion, taking place in Jakarta on 8 January.(from left) Ronald Ho, Regional Director, South East Asia and South Asia, HKTDC; Suwito, Chairman, Hong Kong and Macau Bilateral Committee, Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin Indonesia); Didit A. Ratam, Vice Chair, International Relations Division, Indonesia Employers Association (APINDO); Ira Sofwan, Deputy Chairman, DPP Indonesia Women Entrepreneurs Association (IWAPI); and Muhammad Aaron Annar Sampetoding, Chairman of International Relations, Indonesian Young Entrepreneurs Association (HIPMI), attended the Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK) press conference at the Shangri-La Jakarta today.Media enquiriesAdvo Public RelationsFriska Rani Tel: 081298980400 mail: friska@advo-indonesia.comHKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel.: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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SHENZHEN DOBOT CORP LTD Announces Proposed Listing on Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited ACN Newswire

SHENZHEN DOBOT CORP LTD Announces Proposed Listing on Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited

December 13, 2024
Investment Highlights- Player at the Frontline of the Booming Cobot Industry- Robust Research and Development Capabilities Guided by a Long-termist Mindset- Proprietary Full-stack Technologies Covering All the Key Aspects in the Cobot Development Cycle- Comprehensive Product Matrix Catering to a Wide Array of Use Cases- Successful Commercialization Underscored by Global Footprint and Clientele- Visionary and Experienced Management TeamHONG KONG, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SHENZHEN DOBOT CORP LTD (“DOBOT” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, collectively referred as the “Group”) has recently announced the details of the proposed listing of its shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKEx”) (the “Share Offer”).DOBOT plans to offer a total of 40,000,000 shares, subject to over-allotment option, comprising 2,000,000 Public Offer Shares and 38,000,000 Placing Shares, at an Offer Price range between HK$18.80 and HK$20.80 per Offer Share. The Public Offer opened at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 13 and close at 12:00 noon on Wednesday,December 18. The allotment results will be announced on Friday, December 20. Dealings in H shares on HKEx are expected to commence on Monday, December 23, under the stock code 2432.HK.Guotai Junan Capital Limited and ABCI Capital Limited are the Joint Sponsors. Joint Bookrunners are Guotai Junan Securities (Hong Kong) Limited, ABCI Capital Limited, China PA Securities (Hong Kong) Company Limited,Shenwan Hongyuan Securities (H.K.) Limited and TradeGo Markets Limited.Company OverviewDOBOT is one of leading companies that specializes in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of collaborative robots, or commonly known as“cobots.” DOBOT is a top 2 player in the global cobot industry and the No.1 player among all Chinese cobot companies, with a global market share of 13.0% as measured by shipment volume in 2023, according to the CIC Report. The global cobot industry is at a nascent stage of development, whose market size accounted for less than 2% of the global robot industry in terms of revenue in 2023. According to the same source, the Group ranked seventh in the global cobot industry with a global market share of 3.6% in terms of global revenue generated from cobots in 2023.The Group is focusing on industry innovation, particularly in cobot safety measures and AI capabilities, by introducing the flexible e-skin technology, SafeSkin, and launching AI-empowered cobots underpinned by its AI cobot empowering platform, X-Trainer. As of 6 December 2024, the Group offered a total of 27 cobot models in four series, catering to numerous use cases in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, STEAM education, scientific research settings and many more. During the Track Record Period, the Group sold a total of over 53,000 cobots globally.Business Model and Market OutlookCobots are robots with operational robotic arms intended for direct human-robot interaction or collaboration within a shared space or where humans and robots are operating in proximity. DOBOT is primarily engaged in the design,development, manufacturing and commercialization of cobots. Its cobot products are adopted by global customers for various use cases in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, STEAM education, scientific research settings and many more. All of the cobot products are designated Specialist Technology Products. The Group adopted a transaction[1] based model for the sales of the cobot products.The global cobot market size has grown significantly from US$466.6 million in 2019 to US$1,039.5 million in 2023,at a CAGR of 22.2%, and is expected to reach US$4,950.0 million by 2028, at a CAGR of 36.6% from 2023 to 2028.In particular, China is playing an increasingly important role in the global cobot market, with its share in the global cobot market projected to increase from 26.3% in 2023 to 37.2% in 2028, at a CAGR of 46.5% from 2023 to 2028.The proliferation of AI technologies is expected to further accelerate the adoption of cobots in more use cases. The Group believes DOBOT is well positioned to capture the substantial market opportunity.Financial HighlightsThe total revenue of the Group was approximately RMB174.3 million, RMB241.0 million, RMB286.7 million for FY2021, FY2022, FY2023, respectively, at a CAGR of 28.3% and increased by 9.6% from RMB109.9 million in the six months ended June 30, 2023 to RMB120.5 million in the six months ended June 30, 2024. The Group’s export volume of cobots has consistently ranked first in China for six consecutive years, according to the CIC Report.The Group recorded gross profit of RMB88.1 million, RMB98.2 million, RMB124.8 million, and RMB52.8 million in 2021, 2022, 2023 and the six months ended June 30, 2024, respectively. The gross profit margin in 2021, 2022 and 2023 was 50.5%, 40.8%, 43.5% and 43.9%, significantly above the industry average. The outstanding margin profile is largely attributable to the global distribution network and an international clientele. In 2021, 2022, 2023 and the six months ended June 30, 2024, overseas markets contributed 48.1%, 58.1%, 59.1% and 61.4% of the total revenue, respectively. The cost advantages also stem from the proprietary development of key components and in-house design and development of key components as well as economies of scale as demands for the products continue to grow, coupled with the ongoing ramp-up of the production base in Rizhao, Shandong. Being a major port city, Rizhao’s proximity to the port significantly reduces transportation costs, facilitating efficient global export of the products. The favorable margin profile not only improves the financial performance but also affords us more flexibility in marketing strategy tailored to an increasingly competitive landscape.In 2021, 2022 and 2023, the Group had losses for the year of RMB41.8 million, RMB52.5 million and RMB103.3 million, respectively, and in the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2024, the Group had losses for the period of RMB51.7 million and RMB59.9 million, respectively. This mainly attributes to the fact that the Group is in the stage of expanding the Group’s business and operations in the rapidly growing cobot market and are continuously investing in research and development.Competitive StrengthsAs one of the leading companies in the cobot industry, the Group believes that its success is attributable to the following competitive strengths: Firstly, DOBOT is one of the leading players at the frontline of the booming cobot industry, which has been recognized by world-renowned customers for its outstanding technical capabilities and product strength, and has led to a number of advance technological innovations, especially in cobot safety measures and AI capabilities. At the same time, the Group adheres to the long-termist mindset and guides its product R&D, and the Group's research and development initiatives are geared towards sustainable growth and enduring impact. Leveraging its interdisciplinary research and development capabilities, the Group has become one of few in the global cobot industry, according to the CIC Report, that have developed proprietary full-stack technologies that cover all the key aspects in the cobot development cycle. In addition, the Group has a comprehensive product matrix catering to a wide array of use cases; More importantly, under the leadership of its experienced management team, the Group continues to expand its market share through the successful commercialization of its global business and customers.Growth StrategiesIn future, the Group pursues the following strategies to further grow the business: (1) continue to advance technology development, including further investing in the research and development of proprietary key components of cobots, investing in the research and development of AI technologies, further improving its motion control algorithms, and building a full-perception technology architecture to expand the perception and interaction capabilities of our cobots and continue to enhance the safety measures in human-robot collaboration to meet the requirements in various use cases; (2) continue to expand the Group’s product offering and ecosystem to maintain its competitive edge in comprehensive product offerings by further upgrading existing products and launching new products; (3) enhance production capabilities and capacity to streamline supply chain management by introducing advanced manufacturing technologies and equipment to the production lines; (4) further fortify the Group’s sales network to expand global reach. The Group plans to establish three overseas subsidiaries in Thailand, Mexico and United Arab Emirates to seize the business opportunities; and (5) selectively pursue strategic collaboration, investment and acquisition opportunities to integrate industry resources that may help the Group acquires new technologies, expand sales channels and tap into new industries where most of potential customers have their designated cobot integrators or suppliers.Mr. Liu Peichao, Founder, Controlling Shareholder, Chairman of the Group’s Board, executive Director and general manager of DOBOT concluded, “We are pleased to witness this significant milestone in the Group’s history.Through the Group’s listing on the Main Board of HKEx, we will tap into the international capital markets. This will not only broaden the Group’s capital and shareholder base, but will also provide us with capital to fund the Group’s expansion plan, which will finally strengthen the Group’s position in the industry and further enhance the Group’s competitive advantages, thereby driving the Group’s long-term development.”"Looking ahead, we are committed to further developing and consolidating the Group’s position in the collaborative robotics industry. The growth rate of the global collaborative robot industry will far exceed the growth rate of the traditional industrial robot industry. It is expected that the popularization of AI technology will further accelerate the adoption of cobots in more use cases. With considerable growth and the Group’s own full-stack technology, we look forward to capturing the global cobot market opportunity to maintain our leading position in the industry and create greater value for the shareholders."For further enquiries, please contact Bright Communications International Limited:Ms. Kung Mobile: (852) 46371627Email: ir@brightcommns.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Fosun Bolsters Core Business with Two Key Asset Privatizations

December 13, 2024
HONG KONG, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On the evening of 10 December, Fosun Tourism Group (FTG) announced on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange its plan to repurchase shares at a price of HK$7.8 per share. This price represents a 111% premium over the closing price of the day before the last trading day. This privatization will raise FTG’s market value to HK$10.5 billion, and the announcement swiftly captured widespread attention.The market generally perceives this move as part of Fosun’s strategy to focus on its core businesses and consolidate resources to support its core industries with established advantages. In June, Fosun Pharma announced its plan to privatize its biopharmaceutical subsidiary, Shanghai Henlius, through a merger.Within a year, with two key subsidiaries announced for privatization, what strategy is Fosun pursuing? Analysts suggest that “These two subsidiaries are high-quality assets of Fosun, and their privatization reflects Fosun’s commitment to strengthening its focus on core businesses with established advantages. This move also indicates that Fosun has ample cash flow, enabling it to pursue sustainable growth and make flexible adjustments.”Recently, Fosun has been active in its core sectors, such as tourism and pharmaceuticals. The company recently co-organized a biopharmaceutical innovation forum and signed agreements with several high-profile institutions. It also shipped its independently-developed drug, HANQUYOU, to the U.S. and expanded Club Med into the Greater Bay Area. These actions demonstrate Fosun’s intention to focus on its core businesses, building momentum for high-quality growth.Focusing on asset-light operations to create long-term value through a “retreat to advance” strategy in the tourism sectorSince the trading halt of FTG on 27 November, speculation about its privatization has circulated widely in the market. The announcement on 10 December confirmed FTG’s privatization, with investors noting that the privatization is a win-win choice.According to public information, FTG has been a core subsidiary within Fosun’s Happiness business segment since its establishment. In the first half of 2024, it reported a business volume of RMB10.65 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA of RMB2.09 billion and a profit attributable to equity holders of the company of RMB320 million, reflecting a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2023, excluding the one-off gain on disposal of resorts.In recent years, FTG has faced challenges due to global macroeconomic environment, trends in the tourism industry, and the overall performance of the Hong Kong stock market. Since its listing, the company’s share price has not reflected its true value, and trading volumes have been low, limiting its financing capacity. The advantages of being a listed company have not been fully realized, while maintaining its listing status has incurred additional costs. Completing the privatization will not only resolve liquidity issues but also enhance strategic flexibility and focus on long-term sustainable development.As a flagship brand of FTG, Club Med has recently achieved a new breakthrough. On 29 November, Shenzhen, CITIC, and Fosun signed a cooperation framework agreement to launch Club Med at Jinsha Bay in Dapeng New District, a key area for tourism development in Shenzhen. This collaboration is viewed in the tourism industry as a powerful alliance, combining high-quality resources.Club Med Joyview, the product line set to debut in Jinsha Bay, is designed specifically for the Chinese market, focusing on urban short-distance vacations. It has already seen success in locations such as Qiandao Lake in Zhejiang and Heilongtan in Sichuan. Dapeng New District holds high hopes for the project, believing that the establishment of a Club Med resort in Jinsha Bay will “fill a gap in high-end family resorts in Shenzhen and enhance the international profile and tourism appeal of both Shenzhen and Dapeng New District.”Analysts noted that Fosun is increasingly strengthening its asset-light strategy in the tourism sector. By leveraging strong intellectual properties and operational capabilities, Fosun has been accelerating partnerships with local governments and state-owned enterprises to seize promising projects. In addition to launching Club Med in Jinsha Bay, the recent signing of the second phase of the Taicang Alps Resort and the launch of the ULTRAMED Hainan are also prime examples of this asset-light approach.“At first glance, Fosun’s move towards privatization may seem like a ‘retreat’. However, the clear strategic direction and the steady advancement of asset-light projects indicate that the company is actually ‘retreating to advance’. In an uncertain market cycle, this approach maximizes strategic flexibility, allowing a focus on long-term goals and sustainable development.”Strengthening the pharmaceutical sector and embracing integrated innovation with a global perspectiveIn addition to the tourism sector, pharmaceuticals continue to be a key pillar of Fosun’s business profile, with the company making significant strides in this area recently.On 2-3 December, Fosun co-organized the first “Greater Bay Area (GBA) Star” Biopharmaceutical Original Innovation Forum in Shenzhen. Just two weeks prior, it co-organized another forum themed on “Original Innovation” in Shanghai.By co-organizing two high-profile industry forums within a month, Fosun has demonstrated its leadership and influence in the biopharmaceutical field. Fosun also signed strategic cooperation agreements with Fudan University, Shanghai University, the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Ruijin Hospital, among others, to jointly promote original innovation.Guo Guangchang, Chairman of Fosun International, said at the forum, “Good innovation must start from demand. In the biopharmaceutical sector, this means putting ‘patients first’. Additionally, innovation should maintain a ‘global perspective’, always embracing an open mindset and adhering to a win-win cooperation.”While driving innovation in the industry, Fosun has also made important breakthroughs in broaden its global market reach. On 29 November, the first batch of HANQUYOU, a trastuzumab biosimilar independently developed and manufactured by Shanghai Henlius, was shipped to the U.S.HANQUYOU is the first China-developed monoclonal antibody biosimilar approved in China, the EU, and the U.S. To date, it has been approved in 50 countries and regions, benefiting over 220,000 HER2-positive breast and gastric cancer patients globally. According to Shanghai Henlius, approximately 6.5 million units of HANQUYOU have been shipped globally since its commercialization in 2020. In 2023 alone, HANQUYOU contributed over RMB2.7 billion in sales revenue.Industry expert believes that successfully entering the U.S. market will significantly enhance the growth trajectory of HANQUYOU and lay a solid foundation for the overseas expansion of Shanghai Henlius’ products. “The reasoning is simple: by breaking into the toughest market, the company gains confidence when approaching other countries and regions.”After more than a decade of development, Shanghai Henlius has built a diversified and robust product pipeline encompassing over 50 molecules, covering areas such as oncology, autoimmune diseases, and ophthalmology. Currently, 6 products have been approved for marketing in China, 3 have been approved for marketing in overseas markets, and 24 indications have received approval, and 4 applications have been accepted by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) in the EU. In addition to HANQUYOU, products such as HANSIZHUANG, HANLIKANG, HANDAYUAN, and HANBEITAI maintain leading positions in their respective markets.Notably, in June, Fosun Pharma announced its plans to privatize its subsidiary, Shanghai Henlius, through a merger. The proposed purchase price is HK$24.6 per share, representing a premium of 36.67% over the closing price on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on the undisturbed date, and a premium of 52.04% over the average closing price based on the daily closing prices of H Shares as quoted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for the 30 trading days immediately prior to and including the undisturbed date. The total cash consideration shall not exceed HK$5.407 billion. Following this announcement, Fosun Pharma’s share price surged significantly.The industry generally views this privatization as a way for Shanghai Henlius to implement its long-term strategy more flexibly, which will help avoid the pressures of market expectations and stock price volatility associated with being publicly listed. This move also allows for a fresh start, enabling the company to explore new development opportunities through asset restructuring and industry adjustments. Once privatized, Shanghai Henlius’ core capabilities and long-term value will be further realized, thereby enhancing Fosun’s competitive edge in the pharmaceutical sector.Strong financial position and ample cash flow recognized by domestic and international institutionsFrom a financial perspective, Fosun’s recent series of strategic moves reflects its solid financial standing and ample cash flow, enabling it to pursue various strategies, including privatization.As of 30 June 2024, the company’s cash, bank balances and term deposits reached RMB109.55 billion, representing an increase of approximately RMB17.1 billion since the end of 2023.Recently, S&P and securities firms such as CITIC, have released reports highly recognizing Fosun’s focus on its core businesses in the household consumption sector, its optimization of asset structure, and its successful U.S. dollar note issuance to broaden its funding channels. Several securities firms have assigned Fosun a “Buy” rating.S&P believes Fosun has adequate liquidity buffer to meet its debt maturities obligation over the next two years and expects Fosun to continue divesting its non-core assets, leading to a steady decline in its debt. Furthermore, as offshore subsidiaries reach maturity, Fosun International’s dividend receipts are expected to enhance significantly. Therefore, S&P maintained a “stable” rating outlook on Fosun International.CITIC Securities noted that since 2020, Fosun has focused on developing strategically core businesses with market leadership while optimizing its asset structure and financial position through the divestment of non-strategy and non-core assets. As the company deepens its global operations, enhances business synergies, and improves its technological innovation capabilities, it is poised to unlock long-term growth potential.Analysts expressed that with strong financial backing, Fosun is continuously enhancing its competitiveness by focusing on its core sectors and exploring new growth opportunities, thereby further releasing its long-term value. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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连续私有化两家核心企业 复星深化主业布局

December 13, 2024
香港, 2024年12月13日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 12月10日晚间，复星旅文在港交所发布公告，宣布拟以每股7.8港元的价格回购股份。该价格较最后交易日前一天的收盘价溢价111%。本次私有化将复星旅文的整体估值提升至105亿港元。消息一出，引发广泛关注。市场普遍认为，私有化复星旅文是复星聚焦主业、集中资源支持优势产业发展的又一实质性举措。此前，今年6月，复星医药宣布，将通过吸收合并方式私有化旗下生物创新药平台 - 复宏汉霖。一年内私有化两家核心子公司，复星在下一盘什么棋？分析人士表示：「这两家公司都是复星旗下非常优质的资产，推动私有化反映出复星正加码主业布局，更加专注于优势产业。而私有化本身也从侧面印证复星拥有充沛的现金流，能够支撑主业持续进击和灵活调整。」事实上，在文旅、医药等主业赛道业务落地层面，复星近期也动作频频：连续承办生物医药源头创新论坛签约多家高水平机构、自研药汉曲优发货美国、Club Med地中海俱乐部挺进大湾区...诸多迹象表明，复星正寻求通过锚定主业，蓄力高质量增长。文旅赛道「以退为进」，专注轻资产运营聚焦长期价值自11月27日复星旅文停牌以来，市场上便充斥着其将被私有化的猜测。12月10日靴子落地，复星旅文正式公布私有化方案。有投资者表示：意料之中，私有化是一个双赢选择。公开信息显示，复星旅文自成立以来，一直是复星「快乐」业务板块的核心子公司之一。2024年上半年实现营业额人民币106.5亿元，经调整EBITDA为人民币20.9亿元；归属于股东之盈利为人民币3.2亿元，剔除一次性处置度假村收益后较2023年同期增长20%。近几年受全球宏观经济、文旅行业及港股整体趋势等因素影响，复星旅文在港交所上市以来股价水平未能反映其实际价值且交易量较小，融资能力受限，作为上市公司的优势未能充分体现，而维持上市地位又增加了额外成本。私有化交易完成后，除了解决流动性问题外，还可提升战略灵活性、聚焦长期可持续发展。作为复星文旅赛道的「明星」产品，Club Med地中海俱乐部近日也实现新的突破。11月29日，深圳、中信、复星签署合作框架协议，将携手在大鹏新区旅游发展的核心区域金沙湾落地Club Med地中海俱乐部项目。这次合作，被文旅界视为「优势资源浓度颇高」的强强联合。本次落地金沙湾的地中海·邻境（Club Med Joyview）产品线，是复星专为中国市场打造的城市短途度假系列。此前，该产品线已在浙江千岛湖、四川黑龙滩等地取得成功。大鹏新区对项目寄予厚望，认为金沙湾Club Med「将填补深圳高端亲子度假村的空白，进一步提升深圳市、大鹏新区的国际影响力和旅游吸引力」。分析人士注意到，近年来复星在文旅赛道不断强化「轻资产」战略，凭借强IP、强运营，加强与地方政府、央国企合作，提速抢滩前瞻性项目。除了金沙湾Club Med，今年完成签约的太仓阿尔卑斯国际度假区二期、以及海南超级地中海项目的发布也都是轻资产运营的典型代表。「从表面上看，复星在资本层面推出私有化，似乎是在『退』。但实际上，明确的战略脉络，以及稳步推进的轻资产项目，表明公司是在『以退为进』，在不确定的周期下，最大程度地增加战略的灵活性，专注于长期目标，以实现可持续发展。」加码医药赛道，坚持全球化视野下的整合式创新除了文旅赛道之外，医药作为复星产业版图的重要支柱，近期也连续迎来重大进展。12月2日至3日，由复星承办的首届「湾区之星」生物医药源头创新大会在深圳举行。半个月前，另一场「源头创新」论坛在上海圆满落幕。短短1个月内接连承办两场高规格行业论坛，展现出复星在生物医药领域的领导地位和影响力。期间，复星还与复旦大学、上海大学、中科院上海药物所、瑞金医院等签约启动战略合作，共同拓展源头创新「活水」。复星国际董事长郭广昌在论坛上表示：「好的创新一定要从需求出发，在生物医药领域，就是『一切以患者为先』，同时创新要坚持『全球化视野』，始终秉承开放的心态，始终坚持合作共赢。」在积极推动行业创新发展的同时，复星在全球市场拓展方面也取得了重要突破。11月29日，复宏汉霖自主研发和生产的曲妥珠单抗生物类似药汉曲优首批发货美国。这次「出海」美国的汉曲优是首个在中国、欧盟、美国三地获批的「中国籍」单抗生物类似药，目前已在50个国家和地区获批上市，惠及全球超过22万名HER2阳性乳腺癌和胃癌患者。据复宏汉霖官方披露，汉曲优自2020年开启商业化至今，已完成全球商业化发货约650万支，仅2023年即贡献销售收入逾人民币27亿元。业内人士分析，此次成功打开美国市场，不仅将极大拉升「大单品」汉曲优的增长曲线，也为复宏汉霖其他产品的国际业务拓展奠定了坚实基础。「原因很简单，突破了最难的市场，其他国家和地区在对标引进时，也有了充足的底气。」经过十余年积累，复宏汉霖已布局多元化、高质量的产品管线，涵盖50多个分子，产品覆盖肿瘤、自身免疫疾病、眼科疾病等领域，目前有6款产品在中国获批上市，3款产品在国际获批上市，24项适应症获批，4个上市申请分别获中国药监局、美国FDA和欧盟EMA受理。除汉曲优实现上述突破外，汉斯状、汉利康、汉达远、汉贝泰等产品也在各自的细分领域上保持领先。值得一提的是，今年6月，复星医药发布公告，拟通过吸收合并的方式私有化子公司复宏汉霖，要约收购价为每股港币24.6元，对复宏汉霖H股不受干扰日收盘价的溢价为36.67%，对不受干扰日前30个交易日的溢价为52.04%。现金对价合计不超过约54.07亿港元。消息披露后，复星医药股价连续大涨。业界普遍认为，私有化后复宏汉霖可以更加灵活地布局长期战略，避免因作为上市公司而承受的市场预期压力及股价波动风险，也可以就此轻装上阵，通过资产重组、产业调整等举措转型升级，探索新的发展机遇。完成私有化后，复宏汉霖的核心能力和长期价值将得到更大释放，同时也会进一步增强复星在医药赛道的领先优势。财务稳健现金流充裕，获境内外机构认可从财务视角观察，复星近期一系列进击动作，也印证了其财务状况保持稳健，拥有充足现金流来实现包括私有化在内的诸多战略。财报显示，截至今年上半年，复星现金、银行结余及定期存款达到人民币1,095.5亿元，较2023年底增加约人民币171亿元。近期，标普、中信、开源、方正等机构纷纷发布报告，高度认可复星聚焦家庭消费主业，优化资产结构，并通过成功发行美元债拓宽融资渠道。多家机构给予「买入」评级。标普认为复星对未来两年内到期债务的兑付留有充足的流动性安全垫，并预期复星将继续退出非核心资产，债务将稳步下降，同时境外子公司步入成熟期将夯实复星的分红收入。由此，标普维持复星国际「稳定」展望评级。中信证券表示，自2020年以来，复星聚焦发展有市场领导力的战略核心业务，并通过退出非战略非核心资产回笼资金优化资产结构及财务状况。随着公司进一步深化全球布局，强化业务协同，提升科创水平，赋能产业发展，业绩具有长期增长空间。分析人士表示，在稳健的财务支撑下，复星通过聚焦主业赛道不断强化竞争力，挖掘更多新的增长极，长期价值将得到进一步释放。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Xeleb Joins Miss Charm as Exclusive Web3 Partner to Revolutionize Voting and Judging with Decentralization ACN Newswire

Xeleb Joins Miss Charm as Exclusive Web3 Partner to Revolutionize Voting and Judging with Decentralization

December 13, 2024
Xeleb debuts misscharm.io with Miss Charm 2024 on 21 December in Ho Chi Minh, marking the first-ever use of blockchain in a beauty pageant.Contestant-issued MEME coins allow fans to directly support their favorite beauty queens, with a portion of proceeds benefiting charitable causesXeleb plans a Token Generation Event (TGE) in Q1 2025, with listings already secured on global top 5 crypto exchanges.Miss Charm’s contestantsHO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Xeleb, an online voting and judging platform for global talent contests has launched through an exclusive partnership with Miss Charm, an international beauty pageant. From global beauty pageants to song and model contests, Xeleb leverages decentralization and digital assets to reward fan participation and amplify audience interaction.Xeleb has launched with a mission to increase and monetize fan and viewer engagement for these contests. The global audience for talent contests is enormous, as evidenced by the 243 million total engagements for the 2024 Miss Universe live broadcast on Telemundo(1), and the 163 million viewers of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest(2). Xeleb taps into this unparalleled engagement potential by creating an ecosystem where fans can vote, judge, and earn rewards through a decentralized platform powered by blockchain technology.This year’s edition of the Miss Charm global finals will be held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on December 21, featuring contestants from 38 countries.Xeleb has developed misscharm.io as the official digital hub for Miss Charm fans. Fans can access two innovative features:Telegram Game Powered by TON: Fans can cast votes and judge contestants, earning rewards in return.Miss Charm MEME Coins: Fans can purchase unique MEME coins issued by contestants, allowing direct support for their favorite beauty queens. A portion of any gains from these coins will benefit charities chosen by the respective contestants.The Miss Charm advisory team includes key players from global franchises such as Miss World, Miss Universe, Elite Models, and Ford Models. They are joined by experts in regulated global crypto platforms and token listing strategies on major exchanges. CEO Paul Vinciano, former owner of Elite Models Vietnam and Miss Vietnam, and his team also operate one of Vietnam’s leading crypto technology development firms.Paul Vinciano, CEO of Xeleb said “Xeleb is set to revolutionize fan and audience engagement in global talent contests through our blockchain-powered, tokenized voting and judging platform. By integrating decentralization and digital assets, we are creating an ecosystem that not only enhances interactivity but also empowers fans to play an active role in the success of their favorite contestants.”Xeleb’s launch is backed by strategic seed investment from tech investor Calvin Cheng, a former Singapore Parliamentarian, and current Honorary Consul of Serbia in Singapore. Calvin was also Head of Elite Models Asia and owned the franchise for Ford Supermodel of the World Singapore, Malaysia and China. He is also currently Chairman & Founder at Paymonade, one of the largest European digital asset on-off ramps, which counts Binance as a major client. He is also the founder of AEUR, one of the world’s largest listed Euro-backed stable coins.In conjunction with this launch, Xeleb is excited to announce the completion of a major funding round led by HashKey Capital. Other prominent investors include Amber Group, MEXC Ventures, Foresight Ventures, and Mirana Ventures. Notably, MEXC Ventures is the investment arm of MEXC Crypto Exchange, Foresight Ventures represents the investment division of Bitget, and Mirana Ventures serves as the investment arm of Bybit.“The team combines both world-class track records in entertainment as well as digital assets. I am honored to invest in Xeleb alongside crypto investment titans like HashKey, Amber, Mirana, Foresight and MEXC,” said Calvin Cheng.Looking ahead, Xeleb plans a Token Generation Event (TGE) in Q1 2025, with listings already secured on global top 5 crypto exchanges.(1) https://tinyurl.com/y94pk5ht (2) https://tinyurl.com/yrn2u8r2 About XelebXeleb (xeleb.io) is a cutting-edge online voting and judging platform designed to revolutionize global talent contests by leveraging blockchain technology. Launched in partnership with Miss Charm on misscharm.io, Xeleb empowers fans to engage more deeply in their favorite contests while earning rewards.Xeleb is backed by an experienced team of industry experts, including veterans from global beauty franchises and regulated crypto platforms. Strategic investments from industry leaders such as HashKey Capital, Amber Group, and Calvin Cheng have further solidified Xeleb's position as a trailblazer in the intersection of entertainment and blockchain.About Miss CharmMiss Charm 2024 is a global-scale beauty pageant, which aims to search for the most exceptional female representatives from different countries all around the world, to appreciate their beauty as well as their cultures and educational backgrounds. The judging criteria for the pageant will involve beauty, physique, intellect as well as the ability to captivate the audience with the appeal.For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact:Lee Ke Wei (Financial PR)(T) 6438-2990(E) kewei@financialpr.com.sg Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Asia Video Industry Association Wraps Up 2024 Harnessing the Power of Advertising to Spur the Industry Forward ACN Newswire

Asia Video Industry Association Wraps Up 2024 Harnessing the Power of Advertising to Spur the Industry Forward

December 13, 2024
SINGAPORE, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Between December 4-6, the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) closed off 2024 with three days of high-level meetings and conferences, covering Piracy, Policy, the annual OTT Summit alongside the advertising Upfront Showcases from leading streamers and publishers and the Annual General Meeting. The conferences brought together over 300 international and regional industry executives.Piracy Over The Top hosted by General Manager of the Coalition Against Piracy (CAP), Matthew Cheetham on 4thDecember saw a series of lively discussions with BBC Studios, beIN Sports, Meta, Malaysia’s Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (MDTCL), NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), Premier League, and TikTok, revolving around content protection, piracy trends, enforcement solutions and exclusive insights into what to expect in 2025. Key takeaways from these discussions highlighted the urgency of deeper collaboration between government, industry and intermediaries to clamp down on bad actors.The annual AVIA Policy Roundtable held behind closed doors and under Chatham House Rules saw a very high number of regulators from all around the region engaged in conversation with industry about the challenges and opportunities both face.The AVIA OTT Summit on 5th December this year turned to the world of advertising highlighting transformative trends and actionable insights for advertisers and media owners across the region. Kicking off the first session, Dhivya T, Lead Analyst – Head of Content & Platform Insights, Media Partners Asia (MPA), emphasized the growing shift to Connected TV (CTV) as traditional TV viewership declines, driven by its personalized, measurable appeal. CTV penetration is surging across APAC, with Japan and Korea expected to reach 80-85% active household penetration, and emerging markets like Thailand and Indonesia exceeding 50%. While user-generated content (UGC) dominates mobile platforms like YouTube and TikTok in Southeast Asia, premium streaming options like SVOD and Freemium retain significant scale. The Premium AVOD market in APAC (excluding China) is forecasted to grow at a 25% CAGR to over USD 8 billion over the next five years, with BVOD and SVOD as key drivers. Dhivya concluded by highlighting the growing opportunities in the Premium AVOD category and the undeniable dominance of YouTube and TikTok in mobile engagement.Raj Parekh, VP & Head of Digital Sales, Mediacorp, emphasized the role of innovative and engaging ad formats in driving user engagement, a sentiment echoed by Kanika Manglik, Vice President-Investment Strategy at GroupM. Speaking on the trends to expect, Jason Barnes, Chief Revenue Officer APAC, PubMatic, highlighted ongoing market consolidation and the evolution of Connected TV (CTV) into a full-funnel solution. Kanika further noted the growing consumer preference for watching content on larger screens, underscoring the shift toward more immersive viewing experiences. Both, Anannya Paliwal, Regional Director - Digital Solutions, Omnicom Media Group Asia Pacific, and Sunil Naryani, President Partnerships & Product Solutions, dentsu APAC noted that the difference in production techniques between UGC and professional content may be narrowing, but the category and nature of content is likely to remain very distinct.AI remains as one of the key trends to expect in 2025 for Jonathan Smith, SVP Product Data & Tech, GroupM and Anson Tan, Country Head – Singapore, Viu. Jonathan emphasized how generative AI is lowering barriers for smaller companies to create impactful advertisements while Anson highlighted the importance of collaboration between brands and agencies. Both Anson and Jonathan encourage advertisers to embrace experimentation and collaboration with media partners. In the other panel, Megan Reichelt, Country Manager, South East Asia, Hong Kong & Taiwan, Integral Ad Science, also foresaw a lot of close collaboration between tech parties and publishers to give confidence to advertisers while Christine Lau, Director of Yield Management, Viu, was confident that shoppable ads and deeper e-commerce integrations is expected to gain traction.James Wildbore, SVP & GM Global Ad Sales, BBC Studios, underscored the importance of maintaining the trust of audiences through BBC Verify. As the industry is evolving with more consumers using smart TV, Jolene Sng, Head of Agency Development, Samsung Ads shared that around half of all smart TV shipments will be within APAC by 2027 and advertisers should understand their consumers to ensure effective ads on various platforms. The preference for large screen viewing experiences and the benefit of getting traditional TV advertising with a modern and cost-effective approach was once again mentioned by James Ross, CEO, Lightning International, and Bhuvnesh Kanwar, Vice President, Revenue and Head of FAST, KC Global Media. The push for standardized audience measurement metrics remains critical in the discussions around addressing the challenges in programmatic and measurements for Erin Williams, Sales Director, APAC, CNN and Yann Courqueux, VP Entertainment, StarHub Ltd.In the closing discussion with AVIA’s CEO, Louis Boswell, on expanding content overseas, Ed Love, Head of Samsung TV Plus ANZ & South East Asia, Samsung Ads, highlighted how FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) removes cost barriers, enabling efficient cross-market distribution. Having launched with 20 channels in the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand they are looking to aggressively grow this number and partnerships are key to this. Sharing insights into their plans over the next 12 months, Ed stressed that the focus will be on "local, local, and local", leveraging FAST’s lower market entry barriers to create a compelling linear offering.Running parallel to the OTT Summit, the Upfront Showcase spotlighted cutting-edge content and advertising opportunities from leading streaming and broadcasting publishers BBC Studios, iQIYI, Samsung Ads, StarHub and Viu. Attendees were treated to an exciting half day of insight and innovation.At the Annual General Meeting AVIA were pleased to announce the appointment of two newly elected Board members: Debra Richards, Director – APAC Content, Studio & Production Affairs – ANZ Public Policy, Netflix and Tim Harris, Vice President Transactional Sales and Emerging Media Asia Pacific, Sony Pictures Entertainment. AVIA also wishes to express its thanks to Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer, Globe, and Nick O’Donnell, former APAC Head of Public Policy of Netflix, for their contributions during their tenure.Also at the AGM, AVIA paid tribute to Matt McDonald, Senior VP and GM at Sony Pictures Television. He was presented with an award for distinguished service to the Asian video industry after many years of leading initiatives from ensuring channel frequencies were not affected when 5G services were rolled out to helping manage continuity of services throughout the pandemic, and especially in the first wave of lockdowns.Thanks to NBCUniversal and Netflix for their support for the Policy Roundtable. The OTT Summit was proudly sponsored by Gold Sponsors Irdeto, Publica and TV5MONDE; and Silver Sponsors INVIDI, Magnite, PubMatic and ShemarooVisit our media gallery for photos from event.About the Asia Video Industry AssociationThe Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) is the trade association for the video industry and ecosystem in Asia Pacific. It serves to make the video industry stronger and healthier through promoting the common interests of its members. AVIA is the interlocutor for the industry with governments across the region, leads the fight against video piracy through its Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) and provides insight into the video industry through reports and conferences aimed to support a vibrant video industry.For media enquiries and additional background information, please contact:Charmaine Kwan | Tan Teck Weecharmaine@avia.org | teckwee@avia.org www.avia.org | www.linkedin.com/company/asiavideoia|X: @AsiaVideoIA Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Loop Industries Completes Convertible Preferred Financing With Reed Societe Generale Group and Sells First Technology License For An Infinite Loop Manufacturing Facility in Europe ACN Newswire

Loop Industries Completes Convertible Preferred Financing With Reed Societe Generale Group and Sells First Technology License For An Infinite Loop Manufacturing Facility in Europe

December 13, 2024
REED SOCIETE GENERALE GROUP INVESTS €10 MILLION IN LOOP VIA A CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED SECURITY AT A $4.75 CONVERSION PRICE.LOOP COMPLETES ITS INAUGURAL SALE OF AN INFINITE LOOP™ TECHNOLOGY LICENSE, GENERATING AN UPFRONT PAYMENT OF €10 MILLION.FORMATION OF A EUROPEAN PARTNERSHIP TO DEPLOY INFINITE LOOP™ MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY.PROCEEDS TO SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION OF THE INFINITE LOOP™ FACILITY IN INDIA AND FINANCE LOOP'S OPERATIONAL CASH REQUIREMENTS.LOOP MANAGEMENT TO HOLD UPDATE CALL AT 8:45 AM ET on December 13, 2024MONTREAL, QUEBEC, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Loop Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq:LOOP) (the "Company," "Loop," "we," "us," or "our"), a clean technology company whose mission is to accelerate a circular plastics economy by manufacturing 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate ("PET") plastic and textile-to-textile ("T2T") polyester fiber, has secured €10 million through a convertible preferred security financing with Reed Societe Generale Group, a European investment firm majority-owned by the bank Societe Generale. Additionally, as part of the Reed Societe Generale Group transaction, Loop has finalized the sale of its first Infinite Loop™ technology license, generating an initial €10 million payment, with additional milestone-based payments from Reed Societe Generale Group to follow.The Reed Societe Generale Group transaction marks a pivotal step in Loop's commercialization strategy, enabling the deployment of its patented recycling technology across Europe and supporting capital investment in cost-effective manufacturing regions, including its joint venture in India with strategic partner Ester Industries Ltd. Proceeds from the financing and licensing deal will fund the Indian project and Loop's operational cash flow needs.Key terms of the €10 million convertible preferred security include:13% PIK dividend rate5-year termConvertible to Loop common stock at $4.75 per share or redeemable in cashThe technology license will be granted to a European partnership owned 90% by Reed Societe Generale Group and 10% by Loop, which is being formed to develop Infinite Loop™ manufacturing facilities in Europe. Loop retains the right to increase its equity stake in the European manufacturing facility, as well as potential future facilities, to a maximum of 50% for each facility. The license is to build one Infinite Loop™ manufacturing facility in Europe. Future facilities under this partnership will require the purchase of additional technology licenses from Loop.The license sale underscores the commercial readiness of Loop's technology, validated by four years of successful operations at its Terrebonne facility, which supplies bottle-grade PET resin for consumer packaging and T2T polyester fiber to advance circular fashion for apparel brands. Loop is committed to expanding the reach of its proven solution to the plastic waste global issue by partnering with well-financed, reliable customers through technology licenses and engineering services. This strategy allows Loop to address global demand in regions where it does not plan to build facilities, driving further growth and value creation while focusing Loop's internal resources and capital on direct equity investments.With regulatory approval for Societe Generale's acquisition of a 75% stake in Reed Societe Generale Group finalized, it is positioned to deploy capital into this and other projects. The previous condition precedent to closing relating to government funding is no longer applicable, although Loop expects that such additional financing will be available when the Indian project is approved to begin construction. Funding for both the financing and the initial payment for the technology license is expected within seven business days following the incorporation of the European partnership company.Julien Touati, CEO of Reed Societe Generale Group, commented: "Reducing dependency on virgin plastics is a global challenge. We are proud to support the rollout of Loop's technology in Europe by becoming the majority shareholder of this European partnership. This strategic investment allows us to leverage Loop's unique expertise and strong relationships with world-class brands committed to decarbonizing their supply chains. It fits perfectly with our ambition to actively contribute to the industrialization of Europe's circular economy, significantly reduce pollution, and foster sustainable growth.""The sale of our first technology license is a transformative milestone, proving the scalability and market readiness of our Infinite Loop™ technology," said Daniel Solomita, CEO and Founder of Loop Industries. "Our financing agreement and partnership with Reed Societe Generale Group propels us into a new phase of growth - expanding into Europe with strategic precision while advancing our flagship Infinite Loop™ project in India. These strategic steps align with our long-term investment vision and underscore our commitment to innovation, scalability, and delivering exceptional value for our shareholders. I look forward to working closely with Julien and his team at Reed Societe Generale Group in leading the circular economy in plastic packaging and circular fashion in Europe."Corporate Update CallSenior Management of Loop will host a corporate update call, followed by a question-and-answer session, which can be accessed via the dial-in numbers below.Date: Friday, December 13, 2024Time: 8:45 am Eastern TimeParticipant joining details (by Telephone):United States (Local): +1 404 975 4839United States (Toll-Free): +1 833 470 1428Access Code: 625641ORRegistration Link: https://www.netroadshow.com/events/login?show=2e808989&confId=75536- Avoid wait time - Bypass speaking with an operator to join the call- Receive a Calendar Invitation with call access details including your unique PINAbout Loop IndustriesLoop Industries is a technology company whose mission is to accelerate the world's shift toward sustainable PET plastic and polyester fiber and away from our dependence on fossil fuels. Loop Industries owns patented and proprietary technology that depolymerizes no and low-value waste PET plastic and polyester fiber, including plastic bottles and packaging, carpets and textiles of any color, transparency or condition and even ocean plastics that have been degraded by the sun and salt, to its base building blocks (monomers). The monomers are filtered, purified and polymerized to create virgin-quality Loop™ branded PET resin suitable for use in food-grade packaging and polyester fiber, thus enabling our customers to meet their sustainability objectives. Loop™ PET plastic and polyester fiber can be recycled infinitely without degradation of quality, successfully closing the plastic loop. Loop Industries is contributing to the global movement towards a circular economy by reducing plastic waste and recovering waste plastic for a sustainable future.Common shares of the Company are listed on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "LOOP."For more information, please visit www.loopindustries.com. Follow Loop on Twitter: @loopindustries, Instagram: loopindustries, Facebook: Loop Industries and LinkedIn: Loop IndustriesForward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains "forward-looking statements" as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be preceded by the words "intends," "may," "will," "plans," "expects," "anticipates," "should," "could," "projects," "predicts," "estimates," "aims," "believes," "hopes," "potential" or "continue," the negative of such terms or similar words. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about Loop's market opportunity, its growth strategies, plans and timelines for completing the €10 million convertible preferred stock financing and technology license sale, plans for use of expected proceeds, ability to improve and expand its capabilities and seek additional financing, and plans for future growth and future operations including expansion in Europe and advancing the joint venture in India. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, are based on certain assumptions and are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Loop's control, and cannot be predicted or quantified and consequently, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties associated with among other things: (i) our ability to commercialize our technology and products, (ii) the status of our relationships with our partners, (iii) development and protection of our intellectual property and products, (iv) industry competition, (v) our need for and ability to obtain additional funding relative to our current and future financial commitments, (vi) our ability to continue as a going concern, (vii) engineering, contracting, and building our manufacturing facilities, (viii) our ability to scale, manufacture, and sell our products in order to generate revenues, (ix) our proposed business model and our ability to execute it, (x) our ability to obtain the necessary approvals or satisfy any closing conditions in respect of any of our proposed partnerships, (xi) our joint venture projects and our ability to recover certain expenditures in connection them, (xii) adverse effects on the Company's business and operations as a result of increased regulatory, media, or financial reporting scrutiny, practices, rumors, or otherwise, (xiii) public health issues, such as disease epidemics, which may lead to reduced access to capital markets, supply chain disruptions, and government-imposed business closures, (xiv) war, regional tensions, and economic or other conflicts that could impact market stability and our business; (xv) the effect of the continuing worldwide macroeconomic uncertainty and its impacts, including inflation, market volatility and fluctuations in foreign currency exchange and interest rates, (xvi) the outcome of any Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") investigations or class action litigation filed against us, (xvii) our ability to hire and/or retain qualified employees and consultants, (xviii) other events or circumstances over which we have little or no control, and (xix) other factors discussed in Loop's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2024 filed with the SEC and in Loop's subsequent filings with the SEC. More detailed information about Loop and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in Loop's filings with the SEC. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC's web site at http://www.sec.gov. Loop assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless otherwise required by law.For More Information:Investor Relations:Kevin C. O'Dowd, Investor RelationsLoop Industries, Inc.+1 617-755-4602kodowd@loopindustries.comMedia Inquiries:Andrea Kostiuk, VP Marketing & CommunicationsLoop Industries, Inc.+1 (450) 951-8555akostiuk@loopindustries.comSOURCE: Loop Industries Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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BBMSL与Yedpay HK强势联手推出全新品牌’AbbyPay’ ACN Newswire

BBMSL与Yedpay HK强势联手推出全新品牌’AbbyPay’

December 13, 2024
香港, 2024年12月12日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 金融云支付处理及收单机构交易宝有限公司The Payment Cards Group Limited（"PCG"）与樋熥商户服务有限公司Black Bear Merchant Services Limited（为BBMSL Limited"BBMSL"之控股公司）欣然宣布共同签署成立全新策略联盟，建立新品牌及集团控股公司ABBY Pay&Tech Holdings Limited（"AbbyPay"），全资持有BBMSL及Yedpay HK。AbbyPay将借助PCG所持有的Visa、Mastercard、美国运通、银联和JCB直接授权的收单行（Acquirer）身份，结合亚洲首个金融云电子支付处理和结算平台A3A及BBMSL强大客户基础，加强为香港及其他地区商户提供电子支付收款服务。这次策略联盟除了提升市场占有率，覆盖本地商户达至50,000，以多个品牌服务市场不同要求，同时亦加速以支付科技赋能本地商户，整合本地支付行业。左至右：AbbyPay代表麦晋杰先生、交易宝有限公司创办人胡静波先生、BBMSL行政总裁余孟滔先生、BBMSL财务总裁周爱诗女士、交易宝有限公司联合创办人及营运总监戴锦瑜女士共同主持签约仪式。PCG联合创办人及营运总监戴锦瑜Beatrice Tai表示："这次联手标志著PCG在亚太地区支付解决方案领域的重要一步。凭借我们A3A平台的技术优势，结合BBMSL的市场影响力，AbbyPay将能为微型商户、中小企业及大型商户提供创新、无缝的支付和结算解决方案，并快速高效地开拓新市场，在亚太地区覆盖多个行业。我们期待著AbbyPay继续扩展业务版图，进一步整合本地支付行业，加强PCG在支付行业的市场地位。"BBMSL行政总裁余孟滔Gerald Yu表示："这次的行动充分代表了PCG对BBMSL多年专注香港本地市场的努力和成就的高度认可，亦反映了对我们共同协力的潜力和信心。自 2017年，BBMSL在香港中小微企商户市场拥有显著的市占率，并获得香港市场的广泛认同与支持。这些优势将为AbbyPay的发展奠定坚实的基础。我期待未来与AbbyPay携手履行BBMSL的使命、与中小企共同成长，并祝愿此合作能创造更辉煌的成就。"在亚太地区引入亚洲首个金融云电子支付处理和结算平台A3A，释放电子支付潜力AbbyPay将在日本、新加坡、马来西亚及泰国等亚太地区市场提供亚洲首个金融云电子支付处理和结算平台A3A，通过单一API，为主要发卡机构（如：VISA、MasterCard、美国运通、JCB和银联）、电子钱包网络及流动支付平台提供直接端点处理。相比传统支付处理平台，A3A具备低整合费用、快速简单整合、即时结算及实时交易数据洞察等竞争优势。AbbyPay代表麦晋杰先生分享AbbyPay愿景。AbbyPay代表麦晋杰Barry Mak表示："我们现已进入了一个全新的支付时代，AbbyPay在香港支付行业中具有开创性意义，亦会颠覆整个行业，带来前所未有的机遇。PCG拥有强大的科技实力，而BBMSL则在本地市场拥有深厚的客户基础和市场认可。我深信，AbbyPay在香港及亚太地区拥有无限潜力，将引领未来的支付趋势，能海纳各类商户、由大型连锁餐饮连锁龙头至中小微企，为各类商户创造价值、领先同侪。"关于Payment Cards Group (PCG)Payment Cards Group （"PCG"）是一家创新且领先的支付科技公司，业务遍及新加坡、香港及亚太地区。成立于2016年，PCG已发展成为一家收单机构，拥有所有主要发卡机构和电子钱包网络的主要会员资格。PGG旗下的子公司Yedpay已在香港建立稳固领先的支付业务，而另一成员A3A则通过RESTful API开发了金融云支付处理系统，这不仅显著节省成本、减少复杂的流程，还为用户提供实时交易数据和洞察。作为收单处理商，PCG凭借其亚洲首个金融云处理和结算平台，为整个支付行业提供了重要支持。公司将秉持"扎根香港，放眼全球"的策略，以尖端的金融科技赋能商户，助力全球支付生态实现高质量发展。欲查询更多资料，请浏览PCG网站：https://www.yedpay.com/zh/如有传媒垂询，请联络：AJA (IR and Communications)庾婉华 (Avy Yu)电邮：avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hk电话：(852) 9500 4443羅思正 (Eudice Law)电邮：eudice.law@ajacapital.com.hk电话：(852) 9326 1113 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Accurate Background Appoints Mark Thompson Managing Director, Australia and APAC ACN Newswire

Accurate Background Appoints Mark Thompson Managing Director, Australia and APAC

December 12, 2024
IRVINE, CA, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Accurate Background, the world's largest independent provider of compliant background checks and monitoring solutions, announced it has strengthened its global leadership team with the appointment of Mark Thompson, Managing Director, Australia and Asia Pacific region (APAC). In support of Accurate's vision to make every hire the start of a success story, Mark will lead Accurate's growth teams in the region. Mark's experience in building high-performance teams, driving enterprise sales and client retention, and leveraging data-driven strategies aligns with Accurate's goals to rapidly expand in the APAC region. Reporting to Dan Shoemaker, Chief Revenue Officer, Mark will spearhead the development and execution of sales strategies to drive market share, client growth, and regional innovation."I am thrilled to welcome Mark to the Accurate team and am confident he will make an immediate impact on our growth in the region," said Dan Shoemaker. "Mark brings extensive experience not only growing businesses but also delivering a high standard of customer experience that is a hallmark of Accurate throughout the world."Mark joins Accurate with over two decades of strategic sales and marketing leadership in B2B markets. With a proven track record in revenue growth, team leadership, and market expansion, Mark successfully led sales and marketing initiatives across industries including background screening, financial services, and data solutions."I'm honored to join Accurate Background at such an exciting time in the region. Employment screening plays a vital role in building trust and ensuring workplace integrity, and I look forward to collaborating with our talented team to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients," said Mark Thompson. "With Accurate's strong global foundation, I believe we are uniquely positioned to expand our impact and support government and businesses across the region in navigating an evolving employment landscape."Accurate's recent launch of Accel, a next-generation platform that is 100% Australia-hosted, marks a significant milestone in our commitment to providing market-leading capabilities for local organizations.About Accurate BackgroundOur vision is to make every hire the start of a success story. As a trusted provider of employment background screening and workforce monitoring services, Accurate Background gives companies of all sizes the confidence to make smarter, unbiased hiring decisions at the speed of demand.Experience a new standard of support with a dedicated team, comprehensive technology and insight, and the most extensive coverage and search options to advance your business while keeping your brand and people safe. To learn more, visit accurate.com.Media ContactMedia@Accurate.comSOURCE: Accurate Background LLC Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Huatai Securities Hosts FinTech Summit in Hong Kong ACN Newswire

Huatai Securities Hosts FinTech Summit in Hong Kong

December 12, 2024
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Huatai Securities recently held its first Financial Technology Summit in Hong Kong, themed "Innovation with Technology, Shaping the Future of Finance". The summit brought together experts from government, academia, and industry to discuss AI trends in finance. Key speakers included Zhou Yi, CEO of Huatai Securities, Guo Yike, Provost of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Tan Dai, President and Head of Volcano Engine, Bytedance.In his keynote speech, Zhou Yi stated: "Through technology, Huatai Securities continues to grow, building a strong tech infrastructure while expanding both its financial service offerings and customer base. In the AI era, we're committed to fostering an open ecosystem, supporting FinTech through capital and resources, while bridging global technology partnerships to drive industry transformation through innovation."Discussing generative AI's impact on financial services, Tan Dai highlighted three key trends: "First, broader scope - moving from internal efficiency improvements to enhanced client experience and service assistance. Second, greater depth - progressing from interactive experience innovation to business transformation, with AI enabling new human-machine collaboration models. Third, increased speed – streamlined AI resource management and intelligent agent development platforms now enable business teams to develop innovative applications as easily as building with blocks."At the summit, Huatai launched the Huatai Star CEO Global Accelerator Program, which targets founders of promising early-stage technology companies and aspiring entrepreneurs, pledging to offer comprehensive entrepreneurship training and investment-financing services through Huatai Securities' full-service platform. The company is strategically embracing the generative AI trend, forming ecosystem partnerships that leverage its financial expertise.At the summit, Huatai Securities presented its HUATECH Exhibition, showcasing cutting-edge solutions in cross-border financial services, AI-powered financial innovation, and ecosystem-building, drawing strong interest from attendees who explored and tested the platforms firsthand. On the exhibition, Huatai unveiled its independently developed Global Trading Platform, which offers comprehensive trading services with microsecond-level transaction speeds.During the roundtable sessions, tech startups from various segments shared their experiences and strategies in product innovation and global expansion. Infrastructure technology companies discussed the impact of large language models on enterprise IT architecture, focusing on key factors such as data and computing resources in the AI era.The summit underscored the Company's technological capabilities and global perspective. The company looks forward to participating in international competition with an open and diverse mindset while gathering international perspectives and advanced experiences to jointly build a diverse and innovative FinTech ecosystem.About Huatai SecuritiesIncorporated in April 1991, Huatai Securities is a leading technology-driven securities group in China, with a highly collaborative business model, a cutting-edge digital platform and an extensive and engaging customer base. It provides comprehensive financial services to individual and institutional clients, including wealth management, investment banking, sales and trading, investment management, etc., with a substantial international presence.For enquiries, please contact:Citigate Dewe RogersonBenny Liu Tel: +86 10 6567 5056 Linda Pui Tel: +852 3103 0118Email: HTSC@citigatedewerogerson.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hong Kong’s exports set for 4% growth in 2025 ACN Newswire

Hong Kong’s exports set for 4% growth in 2025

December 12, 2024
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hong Kong’s exports will grow by 4% in 2025, according to new figures released today by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Research. The forecast, which forms part of the HKTDC’s annual Export Outlook, will see Hong Kong’s export levels continue on the upward trajectory maintained throughout 2024.In the last quarter every year, HKTDC Research announces an export forecast for the upcoming year, based on a basket of factors including global, regional and local economic performance.Strong demand in electronics, ASEAN and MainlandAccording to the Export Outlook 2025, electronics enjoyed a 13.5% year-on-year uptick in the first 10 months of the year. Over the coming 12 months, many of the factors that underpinned the sector’s success in 2024 will remain very much in play. Most notably, demand is expected to stay consistently strong among the global business community for AI-enabled systems.Irina Fan, Director of HKTDC Research, said: “Hong Kong’s rise in export levels in 2025 is likely to be continuously led by the electronics sector. At the same time, consumer sales are expected to be bolstered by the launch of a new generation of AI-integrated smartphones, PCs and other digital devices.”Potential US tariffs loomAlthough the underlying trend remains positive, the 2025 Export Outlook also highlighted a number of potential challenges that may impact Hong Kong’s export activity over the 12 months to come.These concerns stem from the well-publicised commitment on the part of President-Elect Donald Trump to impose massive tariff hikes on goods imported to the US from multiple sources, including Mexico, Canada and Mainland China. If this happens, it is widely expected that global trade flows will be adversely affected, while the process of trade diversion will be inevitably accelerated. In any such scenario, Hong Kong could reasonably expect its own export activity to be impacted.In addition to the general assumption among Hong Kong exporters that any knock-on consequences may only be minimal, however, there are also signs that Mainland China’s overall level of trade has not been unduly constricted by previous tariff arrangements. Indeed, even though two-thirds of Mainland Chinese exports to the US have been subject to tariffs since 2018, Mainland China’s global export share has actually risen from 12.7% six years ago to 14.1% in 2023. There is also some belief that President-Elect Trump’s proposed tariff regime actually represents more of an opening bid in a likely round of negotiations than an absolute certainty.Nevertheless, the threat of tariff rises, coupled with concern over growing geopolitical uncertainties elsewhere in the world, both played a part in the more cautious sentiments expressed by Hong Kong exporters as part of the 4Q24 HKTDC Export Confidence Index.This saw a fall in both the Current Performance Index (from 52.6 in 3Q24 to 50.3 in 4Q24) and the Expectation Index (from 51.4 to 50.0).Nicholas Fu, Senior Economist, said: “Exporters are particularly confident of their future prospects with regard to the ASEAN bloc and Mainland China with the respective Market Expectation Sub-Index readings well above 50 -- ASEAN (55.9) and Mainland China (52.7).”Contrasting fortunes for first and second half in 2025One clear indication from the overall level of caution recorded for 4Q24 is that exporters may try to hedge their bets in 2025 by accelerating their shipping schedules to mitigate the possible consequences of additional tariffs later in the year. The likely upshot of this is that activity will be far more intense in the first half of 2025, before decelerating sharply in the latter half.Irina Fan said: “While 2025 may be a year of two halves, characterised by differing levels of activity, we still see overall export growth as likely to be 4% after factoring in the concerns expressed by traders across a range of global economic uncertainties.”ReferencesHong Kong’s Export Outlook 2025: A Year of Two Halves https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MTg2OTc1MzE0MAHKTDC Export Index 4Q24: Heightened Uncertainties Trigger Exporter Caution https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MTg2OTc0OTM0MAHKTDC Research website: https://research.hktdc.com/en/Photo download: https://bit.ly/49ACrGDHKTDC Director of Research Irina Fan (left) and Senior Economist Nicholas Fu (right) announced Hong Kong’s Export Outlook 2025 and the HKTDC Export Confidence Index for the fourth quarter of 2024 at a press conference todayHKTDC Director of Research Irina FanHKTDC Senior Economist Nicholas FuMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communication and Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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The Payment Cards Group Limited and Black Bear Merchant Services Limited Join Forces to Launch a New Brand ‘AbbyPay’ ACN Newswire

The Payment Cards Group Limited and Black Bear Merchant Services Limited Join Forces to Launch a New Brand ‘AbbyPay’

December 12, 2024
HONG KONG, Dec 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Payment Cards Group Limited (“PCG”), a cloud-native payment processor and acquirer, and Black Bear Merchant Services Limited (the holding company of BBMSL Limited “BBMSL”) are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic alliance to establish a new brand and group holding company, ABBY Pay&Tech Holdings Limited ("AbbyPay"). Under this new strategic alliance, AbbyPay will leverage PCG's market leading position as an acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes including Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, UnionPay, and JCB. The combined group will also leverage strong digital payment technology capabilities from PCG’s A3A, Asia’s first cloud-based payment processing and settlement platform, in servicing BBMSL's strong customer base. This strategic alliance will accelerate PCG’s expansion in market share by covering 50,000 local merchants in Hong Kong and other Asia Pacific regions with multiple brands to meet diverse market demands and empower local merchants through innovative payment technology.From left to right: Mr. Barry Mak, representative of AbbyPay, Mr. Peter Wu, Founder of PCG, Mr. Gerald Yu, Chief Executive Officer of BBMSL, Ms. EsterChow, Chief Financial Officer of BBMSL, and Ms. Beatrice Tai, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of PCG, jointly officiated the signing ceremony.Beatrice Tai, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of PCG, said, "This strategic alliance marks an important milestone for PCG in the field of payment solutions in the Asia-Pacific region. With the technological advantages of our A3A platform, combined with BBMSL's stong market coverage, AbbyPay will provide innovative, seamless payment and settlement solutions for micro merchants, SMEs, and enterprises, rapidly and efficiently tapping into new markets across various industries in the Asia-Pacific region. We look forward to AbbyPay expanding its business footprint and further consolidating the local payment industry, strengthening PCG's leading market position in the payment sector.”Gerald Yu, Chief Executive Officer of BBMSL, said, "This strategic alliance represents PCG's high recognition of BBMSL's years of effort and achievements in the Hong Kong market, reflecting our potential and confidence in working together. Since 2017, BBMSL has held a significant market share in the local SME merchant market and has gained widespread recognition and support in Hong Kong. These advantages will lay a solid foundation for AbbyPay’s development. I look forward to working with AbbyPay to fulfill BBMSL's mission, grow alongside SMEs, and hope this partnership creates even greater achievements."Introducing Asia's first cloud-based payment processing and settlement platform, A3A, in the Asia-Pacific Region to unleash the potential of digital paymentsAbbyPay will offer Asia's first cloud-based payment processing and settlement platform, A3A, across markets in Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Through a single API, A3A offers direct end-to-end processing with major card schemes (such as Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, JCB, and UnionPay), e-wallet networks, and mobile payment platforms. Comparing to traditional payment processing platforms, A3A boasts competitive advantages such as low integration fee, speedy and easy integration, instant settlement, and real-time transaction data insights.Mr. Barry Mak, representative of AbbyPay, shared AbbyPay's vision.Barry Mak, representative of AbbyPay, said, "We have entered a new era of payment in the Asia Pacific market. AbbyPay is groundbreaking in Hong Kong's payment industry and will disrupt the entire sector, bringing unprecedented opportunities. PCG has strong technological capabilities, while BBMSL has a solid customer base and market recognition in the local market. I firmly believe that AbbyPay has unlimited potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, leading future payment trends while serving and creating value for all types of merchants, from large chain restaurants to SMEs and micro merchants."About Payment Cards Group (“PCG")Payment Cards Group (“PCG”) is an innovative and leading payment technology company with operations in Singapore, Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 2016, PCG has become an acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes and e-wallet networks. Its subsidiary, Yedpay, has firmly established itself as a payment acceptance business in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, A3A, another member of PCG, has developed a cloud-native payment processing platform that operates through RESTful APIs, significantly reducing costs and streamlining complex processes while providing users with real-time transaction data and insights. As an acquiring processor, PCG serves as the backbone infrastructure of the entire payment industry by its Asia’s 1st cloud-based processing and settlement platform. Rooted in Hong Kong with a global vison, PCG seeks to empower merchants with cutting-edge payment technology solutions and drive high-quality development in the global payment ecosystem. For more information, please visit PCG’s website: https://www.yedpay.com/en/For media enquiries, please contact:AJA (IR and Communications)Avy YuEmail: avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hkTel: (852) 9500 4443Eudice LawEmail: eudice.law@ajacapital.com.hkTel: (852) 9326 1113 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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CIL Announces Breakthrough in Benzene Recovery, Addressing Cost, Environmental, and Supply Challenges for OLED Display Manufacturers ACN Newswire

CIL Announces Breakthrough in Benzene Recovery, Addressing Cost, Environmental, and Supply Challenges for OLED Display Manufacturers

December 12, 2024
TEWKSBURY, MA, Dec 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc. (CIL) has successfully developed and implemented a game-changing benzene-d6 recovery program, addressing major pain points for manufacturers of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. This innovative service reduces costs, minimizes environmental impact, and conserves scarce deuterium supplies.OLED display producers rely heavily on deuterated benzene (benzene-d6) as a critical starting material in their synthesis processes. However, this results in significant quantities of depleted benzene-d6, which is no longer usable but still retains considerable deuterium value. The disposal of such depleted material poses environmental challenges and substantial expenses.CIL's benzene-recovery program offers a transformative solution. Customers can now return their depleted benzene-d6 to CIL, where it undergoes a proprietary re-enrichment process to restore it to virgin material quality. This service is available at a significant cost savings compared to new benzene-d6, providing significant economic benefits.Beyond the financial advantages, the program has far-reaching environmental and supply implications. It eliminates the need for costly disposal, reduces the demand on increasingly scarce deuterium (derived from heavy water, D2O) and conserves this vital resource for its growing applications in science, medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductor production.Recycling offers several sustainable benefits. It reduces pollution by releasing fewer chemicals into the environment. Recycling also saves energy, as reprocessing chemicals like benzene requires less energy than producing them from raw materials. This leads to lower greenhouse gas emissions, helping to combat climate change."This initiative underscores CIL's commitment to collaboration and innovation in addressing our customers' most pressing challenges," said Cliff Caldwell, CEO of CIL. "By recovering and re-enriching depleted benzene-d6, we create a circular economy approach that is both economically and environmentally sustainable. As the world's largest supplier of benzene-d6, we are uniquely positioned to deliver this groundbreaking service."CIL's benzene recovery program is the result of 12 months of dedicated development, expansion, and rigorous testing to ensure reliable capacity and uncompromising quality. CIL invites interested parties to inquire about the program's details and how to participate.About Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc.CIL is the world's largest manufacturer and global supplier of stable isotopes and stable isotope-labeled compounds used in research, environmental, pharmaceutical, medical diagnostic, OLED, and industrial markets. CIL subsidiary ABX, located in Dresden, Germany, is active in the development and commercialization of radio isotopic-labeled compounds for the diagnosis and treatment of cancers. CIL is an operating business owned by Otsuka Pharmaceutical. The CIL business consists of two facilities in the Boston, MA, area; a large isotope-enrichment production plant in Xenia, OH; CIL China; CIL Canada; ABX in Dresden, Germany; and Eurisotop in Saclay, France. For more information on CIL, visit isotope.com.Contact InformationCrissy Kriskocrissyk@isotope.com1.978.269.1930SOURCE: Cambridge Isotope Laboratories, Inc. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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云顶新耀宣布伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R)）在中国澳门的首张处方落地 ACN Newswire

云顶新耀宣布伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R)）在中国澳门的首张处方落地

December 12, 2024
上海, 2024年12月12日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 云顶新耀（HKEX 1952.HK）是一家专注于创新药研发、临床开发、制造和商业化的生物制药公司，今日宣布伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R), etrasimod）于12月11日在中国澳门镜湖医院开出首张处方，这也是伊曲莫德在云顶新耀亚洲授权区内获批后开出的首张处方，标志着这款自身免疫性疾病领域的重磅产品正式开始惠及亚洲患者。伊曲莫德是一款创新的先进疗法，于2024年4月获得中国澳门特别行政区药物监督管理局正式批准，每日一次口服，用于治疗16岁及以上中重度活动性溃疡性结肠炎（UC）患者。溃疡性结肠炎是一种慢性、复发性、非特异性炎症性疾病，随着病情延长，致残率和结直肠癌发生率会不断上升。伊曲莫德亚太临床试验牵头研究者、世界胃肠病学会执行理事、亚太消化学会副主席、中国人民解放军空军军医大学附属西京医院吴开春教授表示："伊曲莫德具有良好的获益-风险特征。这种新一代S1P调节剂通过口服、每日一次的治疗方案，可快速起效，并达到无激素缓解、黏膜愈合。近期公布的亚洲多中心Ⅲ期临床研究诱导期与维持期结果进一步证实了该药物的临床优势。期待伊曲莫德在亚洲其他地区早日获批，惠及更多患者。"云顶新耀首席执行官罗永庆表示："伊曲莫德中国澳门首张处方落地，是云顶新耀商业化进程中的又一里程碑。到2030年，中国的溃疡性结肠炎患者人数预计将比2019年增加一倍以上，达到约100万人，患者对创新疗法存在巨大未满足需求。继今年4月在澳门获批后，伊曲莫德作为云顶新耀第三款商业化新药，将为更多溃疡性结肠炎患者带来治疗新选择。今年我们也将在中国大陆地区递交伊曲莫德的新药上市许可申请，以进一步推进伊曲莫德的用药可及性，造福更多患者。"在今年7月公布的伊曲莫德治疗中重度活动性溃疡性结肠炎的亚洲多中心Ⅲ期临床研究结果中，伊曲莫德取得了在诱导期和维持期治疗的积极顶线结果，且安全性良好，一天一次口服方便，为该药物在临床实践中的广泛应用进一步提供了坚实的科学依据和支持。10月，该研究的完整诱导期数据在第32届欧洲消化疾病周（UEGW 2024）上公布，研究结果显示，伊曲莫德治疗组的所有主要和关键次要疗效目标均达到具有统计学意义和临床显著性的改善：与安慰剂组相比的临床缓解率、内镜改善率和临床应答率的治疗差异分别达到 20.4%、28.6%和32.0%。伊曲莫德于去年10月和今年2月先后在美国和欧盟获得新药上市批准。作为云顶新耀自身免疫性疾病领域的重磅产品，伊曲莫德亦于今年上半年陆续在中国澳门、新加坡获得新药上市批准。此外，云顶新耀也于近期在中国香港递交了伊曲莫德的新药上市许可申请，并获得正式受理。今年10月，得益于"港澳药械通"政策，伊曲莫德正式获得"粤港澳大湾区内地临床急需进口港澳药品批件"批准，可以在中山大学附属第一医院、南方医科大学深圳医院、佛山复星禅诚医院与广州和睦家医院四家大湾区药械通政策指定的医疗机构先行使用，后续伊曲莫德将在其他药械通资质医院陆续引入。关于伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R), etrasimod）伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R)，etrasimod）是一种每日一次口服的高选择性鞘氨醇-1-磷酸（S1P）受体调节剂，采用优化的药理学设计，与S1P受体1、4和5结合。伊曲莫德目前已在美国、欧盟、加拿大、澳大利亚、英国、瑞士、以色列以及中国澳门和新加坡获得新药上市批准。关于云顶新耀云顶新耀是一家专注于创新药研发、临床开发、制造和商业化的生物制药公司，致力于满足亚洲市场尚未满足的医疗需求。云顶新耀的管理团队在中国及全球领先制药企业从事过高质量研发、临床开发、药政事务、化学制造与控制（CMC）、业务发展和商业化运营，拥有深厚的专长和丰富的经验。云顶新耀已打造多款疾病首创或者同类最佳的药物组合，公司的治疗领域包括肾科疾病、感染性和传染性疾病、自身免疫性疾病。有关更多信息，请访问公司网站：www.everestmedicines.com。前瞻性声明本新闻稿所发布的信息中可能会包含某些前瞻性表述，乃基于本公司或管理层在做出表述时对公司业务运营情况及财务状况的现有看法、相信、和现有预期，可能会使用"将"、"预期"、"预测"、"期望"、"打算"、"计划"、"相信"、"预估"、"确信"及其他类似词语进行表述。这些前瞻性表述并非对未来业绩的保证，会受到风险、不确定性及其他因素的影响，有些乃超出本公司的控制范围，难以预计。因此，受我们的业务、竞争环境、政治、经济、法律和社会情况的未来变化及发展等各种因素及假设的影响，实际结果可能会与前瞻性表述所含资料有较大差别。本公司及各附属公司、各位董事、管理人员、顾问及代理未曾且概不承担更新该稿件所载前瞻性表述以反映在本新闻稿发布日后最新信息、未来项目或情形的任何义务，除非法律要求。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Everest Medicines Announces the First Prescription of VELSIPITY(R) Issued in Macau ACN Newswire

Everest Medicines Announces the First Prescription of VELSIPITY(R) Issued in Macau

December 12, 2024
SHANGHAI, Dec 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, "Everest", or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics, today announced that the first prescription of VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod) has been issued on December 11th at Kiang Wu Hospital in Macau. It is also the first prescription issued for VELSIPITY(R) within Everest Medicines' licensed territories in Asia following its approval, marks the official beginning of this new therapy benefiting patients across Asia.VELSIPITY(R) is an innovative advanced therapy that was officially approved by the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau of Macau in April 2024. It is an oral treatment taken once daily for the treatment of patients aged 16 and above with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). UC is a chronic, relapsing, idiopathic inflammatory disease, and with prolonged disease duration, the risk of disability and colorectal cancer incidence continues to rise."As a next-generation S1P receptor modulator, VELSIPITY(R) can provide patients with a chance for corticosteroid-free remission, mucosal healing, and rapid symptom relief." said Prof. Wu Kaichun with the First Affiliated Hospital of AFMU, the principal investigator for etrasimod's Asia clinical trial." The recently announced results of the Asian multicenter Phase III clinical study for induction and maintenance periods further confirm the clinical advantages of VELSIPITY(R). We look forward to VELSIPITY(R) being approved in other regions of Asia soon to benefit more patients.""The first prescription of VELSIPITY(R) in Macau marks another milestone in the commercialization process of Everest Medicines." said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines." By 2030, the number of patients with UC in China is expected to more than double compared to 2019, reaching approximately 1 million, with a significant unmet need for innovative therapies. Following its approval in Macau this April, VELSIPITY(R), the third commercialized product of Everest Medicines, will bring new treatment options to more patients with moderate to severely active UC. We plan to have VELSIPITY(R) submitted for new drug application in mainland China by the end of this year, further enhancing its accessibility and benefiting more patients."In the results of the multi-center Phase 3 clinical trial of etrasimod in Asia for the treatment of subjects with moderately to severely active UC, which were announced in July this year, etrasimod achieved positive results in both the induction and maintenance phases of treatment, with good safety, and the convenience of once-daily oral administration, further providing a solid scientific basis and support for the broad application of the drug in clinical practice. In October, the complete induction phase data of the study were presented at the 32nd United European Gastroenterology Week (UEGW 2024), showing that all primary and key secondary efficacy endpoints in the etrasimod treatment group achieved statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements compared to the placebo group at week 12: the treatment differences between the etrasimod group and the placebo group in clinical remission rate, endoscopic improvement rate, and clinical response rate reached 20.4%, 28.6%, and 32.0%, respectively.VELSIPITY(R) was approved in the United States and the European Union in October last year and February this year, respectively. As a core product for Everest Medicines, VELSIPITY(R) was successively approved in Macau and Singapore in the first half of this year. Everest Medicines has also submitted a new drug application for VELSIPITY(R) in Hong Kong, China which has been officially accepted.In October of this year, through the "Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect" policy, VELSIPITY(R) has officially been approved for patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration and can first be used in the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital, Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University and Guangzhou United Family Healthcare, four of the medical institutions designated by the Connect Policy in the Greater Bay Area. Subsequently, VELSIPITY(R) will be introduced in other qualified hospitals under the connect policy.About VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod)VELSIPITY(R) is a once-daily, oral, sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptor modulator that selectively binds with S1P receptor subtypes 1, 4, and 5. Regulatory approvals have been granted in US, EU, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UK, Switzerland, Israel and Macau for VELSIPITY(R) in ulcerative colitis.About Everest MedicinesEverest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, manufacturing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products and vaccines that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record from both leading global pharmaceutical companies and local Chinese pharmaceutical companies in high-quality discovery, clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules in the company's core therapeutic areas of renal diseases, infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders. For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.Forward-Looking Statements:This news release may make statements that constitute forward-looking statements, including descriptions regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company or its officers with respect to the business operations and financial condition of the Company, which can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, or other factors, some of which are beyond the control of the Company and are unforeseeable. Therefore, the actual results may differ from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors and assumptions, such as future changes and developments in our business, competitive environment, political, economic, legal and social conditions. The Company or any of its affiliates, directors, officers, advisors or representatives has no obligation and does not undertake to revise forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or circumstances after the date of this news release, except as required by law. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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BDO announces winners of the 6th BDO ESG Awards 2024 ACN Newswire

BDO announces winners of the 6th BDO ESG Awards 2024

December 12, 2024
HONG KONG, Dec 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - BDO, the world’s fifth largest accountancy and advisory network, has announced the winners of the 6th BDO ESG Awards (the Awards). The winning companies have integrated ESG principles and climate change considerations into their business strategies. They have actively emphasised the importance of ESG and promoted its development by implementing influential and long-term sustainable development measures. This year, the Awards received strong support from listed companies, with more than 110 companies participating at the nomination stage, a six-year high. All finalists were invited to attend the awards ceremony to witness the winners honoured. (Click here or view the full list below*)Once again, “Carbon Neutrality” has been selected to be this year’s theme, emphasising the important role that companies play in mitigating climate change and shaping a green future. The Theme Awards are dedicated to recognising listed companies that have demonstrated best practices in “Carbon Neutrality”, including reducing carbon emissions and planning and adopting relevant measures. The companies competing for this year’s Theme Awards were outstanding and evenly matched. A total of three companies won this award, setting a new record.Mr Andrew Lam, Managing Director, BDO, said, “The BDO ESG Awards first launched in 2018 when listed companies began to explore the implementation of ESG initiatives. Today, we are pleased to see that an increasing number of listed companies are recognising the importance of ESG and pursuing long-term ESG development. The Awards have now gained considerable market recognition, and as an advocate of sustainable development, BDO is delighted to see an increasing number of Hong Kong-listed companies paying attention to ESG. Through the judging process, we have observed that the quality of the ESG initiatives implemented by the participating companies has improved and become more forward-looking. As the importance and influence of ESG continues to grow, we hope to work with all kinds of industries through the Awards to improve Hong Kong's green standards and consolidate the city’s position as a green financial centre.”Mr Johnson Kong, Managing Director, BDO, said, “In light of growing social awareness of sustainability and social responsibility, more and more investors and organisations are incorporating ESG factors into their investment decisions and tend to support companies that meet ESG standards. By implementing ESG policies, companies can build a good reputation that will enhance their competitiveness and attract more investors. As a professional in this field, BDO is committed to supporting Hong Kong-listed companies in various areas, such as assisting them in ESG reporting and risk management, and providing them with recommendations to improve ESG performance. We hope the Awards will raise ESG awareness among all stakeholders in society so that more listed and unlisted companies in Hong Kong will prioritise the importance of ESG practices in the future.”Mr Ricky Cheng, Director and Head of Risk Advisory, BDO, said, “This year’s winners come from a variety of industries, and all of the nominated companies have demonstrated outstanding performance in various areas of competition. BDO is proud of the winning companies dedicated to sustainable development, and we are thrilled to support all those who are making strides toward a more environmentally friendly and responsible business landscape through this award and our expertise.”BDO ESG Awards 2024 Winners (listed in alphabetical order) Best in ESG – Large Market CapitalisationBOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited (02388.HK)HKT Trust and HKT Limited (06823.HK)Lenovo Group Limited (00992.HK)Best in ESG – Middle Market CapitalisationAAC Technologies Holdings Inc. (02018.HK)Kerry Properties Limited (00683.HK)Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited (00968.HK)Best in ESG – Small Market CapitalisationConcord New Energy Group Limited (00182.HK)Shun Tak Holdings Limited (00242.HK)Yuexiu Services Group Limited (06626.HK)Best in Reporting – Large Market CapitalisationHKT Trust and HKT Limited (06823.HK)Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited (01177.HK)Techtronic Industries Company Limited (00669.HK)Best in Reporting – Middle Market CapitalisationKerry Properties Limited (00683.HK)PCCW Limited (00008.HK)Xinyi Solar Holdings Limited (00968.HK)Best in Reporting – Small Market CapitalisationNew World Department Store China Limited (00825.HK)Xinyi Energy Holdings Limited (03868.HK)Yuexiu Services Group Limited (06626.HK)ESG Report of the Year – Large Market CapitalisationHKT Trust and HKT Limited (06823.HK)ESG Report of the Year – Middle Market CapitalisationKerry Properties Limited (00683.HK)ESG Report of the Year– Small Market CapitalisationYuexiu Services Group Limited (06626.HK)Outstanding ESG Performance of H-Share CompaniesChina Tower Corporation Limited (00788.HK)Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited (02727.HK)ZTE Corporation (00763.HK)Theme AwardsLenovo Group Limited (00992.HK)Yuexiu Property Company Limited (00123.HK)ZTE Corporation (00763.HK)Photo CaptionsBDO representatives and panel of judges attend the BDO ESG Awards 2024Presentation Ceremony.Representatives of the award winners, BDO, and panel of judges pose for agroup photo at the BDO ESG Awards 2024 Presentation Ceremony. Note to editorsAbout BDO Limited BDO's global organisation extends across 166 countries and territories, with more than 115,600 professionals working in over 1,770 offices - and they're all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. BDO was established in Hong Kong in 1981 and is committed to facilitating the growth of businesses by advising the people behind them. BDO Hong Kong provides an extensive range of professional services including assurance services, risk advisory services, specialist advisory services and tax services. For more details, visit www.bdo.com.hk.ContactsSala LoSenior Marketing Manager and Team HeadBDO Hong KongHeidi LauSenior Marketing ManagerBDO Hong Kong Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeYoko LiTel +852 2218 3042Mobile +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hkTel +852 2218 2325Mobile +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hkTel +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hkTel +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Exhibition 2024 Officially Opens in Ho Chi Minh City ACN Newswire

ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Exhibition 2024 Officially Opens in Ho Chi Minh City

December 12, 2024
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – December 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The much-anticipated ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Exhibition 2024 officially has opened its doors yesterday, marking the start of a three-day showcase of the latest innovations, technologies, and trends in the ceramics and stone industries. Hosted at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), this event has brought together exhibitors, professionals, and thought leaders from across the ASEAN region and beyond.This year’s exhibition marks a significant milestone with the debut edition of the ASEAN Stone Exhibition, which seamlessly integrates with the well-established ASEAN Ceramics platform. Together, the two exhibitions provide a comprehensive look at the synergy of the ceramics and stone industries, fostering collaboration and innovation across the entire value chain.The opening ceremony, held yesterday morning, was a grand celebration featuring distinguished speakers, international delegations, and honoured guests. The ceremony began with the welcoming and registration of VIP guests and press, setting a tone of excitement for the day ahead. Following this, a warm welcome address was delivered by the organizers, including Mr. Michael Wilton, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of MMI Asia Pte Ltd, and Mr. Dinh Quang Huy, Chairman of the Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA).The event continued with opening remarks by Mr. Nguyen Van Sinh, Deputy Minister of Construction, Ministry of Construction of Vietnam, highlighting the importance of the ceramics and stone industries to the country’s and region's development. Several esteemed representatives from the ASEAN region then shared their perspectives. Mr. Pham Tuan Khanh, Vice Chairman of the Saigon Construction & Building Material Association (SACA), and Dr. Sirithan Jiemsirilers, President of the Thai Ceramics Society (TCS), extended their welcome addresses, reflecting on regional collaboration. Additionally, a special welcome video presentation from ASAKI Indonesia, a member of the Ceramics Industry Club of ASEAN (CICA), emphasized the unity of the ASEAN ceramics community.The ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Appreciation Awards was a highlight of the ceremony, with trophies awarded to honour the contribution of key associations, sponsors, and major exhibitors. The recipients included exhibitors such as Minnovation Group, Puresil India, Gilfair Hong Kong Company Limited, MMA Bentonite, TQT, VITIS, Shandong Victor, Monte-Bianco, and Tianjin Trend. Additionally, associations such as VIBCA, VABM, VIBM, CCPIT, ACIMAC, Confindustria Marmomacchine, TCS, Cambodia Stone Quarries Association and SACA were recognized for their consistent support and contributions. Finally, the ceremony closes with a symbolic ribbon-cutting, followed by a group photo and guided VIP tours of the exhibition halls, officially inaugurating this landmark event.Speaking at the event, Mr. Michael Wilton expressed his excitement for the exhibition, stating, “The debut of ASEAN Stone is a testament to the increasing demand for solutions in the stone industry. This new platform complements ASEAN Ceramics by highlighting the shared technologies, overlapping supply chains, and synergies that unite these two sectors.”With over 300 companies and brands and over 5000 trade visitors expected, ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone 2024 showcases products of the finest quality, sustainable practices, and state-of-the-art machinery. The event promises to offer unparalleled opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and business growth amongst the international ceramics and stone markets.The organizers warmly invite the public to explore the exhibition and participate in various workshops, panel discussions, and live demonstrations happening throughout the event. This is a unique chance to experience the best of what the ceramics and stone industries have to offer, all under one roof.The exhibition is open from December 11 to 13, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC). Admission is free for registered attendees.For more information, visit the official website of ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Exhibition 2024 at aseanceramics.comAbout Messe Muenchen GmbHMesse Muenchen GmbH is one of the world's leading trade fair organizers with more than 50 trade fairs for capital goods, consumer goods, and new technologies. Every year, Messe Muenchen organizes more than 200 events in Munich, Germany, and abroad, attracting over 30,000 exhibitors and 2 million visitors. The company's mission is to create innovative, sustainable, and profitable platforms for its customers to do business and connect with their target markets.About MMI Asia Pte LtdMMI Asia is a full subsidiary of Messe München GMBH (MMG) established in 1992 and one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia was set up as the regional headquarter and a wholly-owned subsidiary of MMG to promote global trade expansion by facilitating participation of Asian exhibitors in Messe München fairs worldwide. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations.About Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA)Vietnam Building Ceramic Association is a professional organization, non-governmental, voluntary, established under Decision No. 41/1999 / QD - BTCCBCP dated 04-10-1999 of the Minister, Head of the Organizing Committee Government personnel. Currently VIBCA includes around 100 members are enterprises of different economic sectors, operating mainly in the field of building ceramics, including the associate members are research institutions, investment consulting, manufacturing and mechanical engineering. VIBCA is a member of the Association of Asean Ceramics Industry CICA and intimate relationship with the Association Ceramics of countries in Asean and in the world.Contact:MMI Asia Pte. Ltd.Valerie Fang – 65 9498 5538Marketing Executivevalerie.fang@mmiasia.com.sgVietnam Building Ceramic AssociationMs Vu Thi Kim Dung - 84 915114000Chief of Foreign Affairsvibcaoffice@gmail.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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BDO公布「2024年第六届BDO 环境、社会及管治大奖」得奖名单 ACN Newswire

BDO公布「2024年第六届BDO 环境、社会及管治大奖」得奖名单

December 12, 2024
香港, 2024年12月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 全球第五大会计及咨询网络BDO公布第六届BDO环境、社会及管治大奖（「大奖」）得奖名单，获奖企业把ESG原则及对气候变化的考量融入业务策略，并透过推行具影响力及长远的可持续发展措施，积极强调ESG的重要并推动其发展。本年度BDO ESG大奖获上市公司大力支持，于提名阶段已录得逾110间公司参选，创六年新高。所有进入决赛的入围者均获邀出席颁奖典礼，亲身见证得奖名单诞生。（按此或见下列完整名单*）「碳中和」再度成为BDO 环境、社会及管治大奖2024的主题大奖，强调企业于减缓气候变化及塑造绿色未来所担当的重要角色。主题大奖致力表扬于「碳中和」方面体现最佳实践的上市公司，包括在减少碳排放量及计划和采取有关措施方面等。今年竞逐主题大奖的公司非常优秀，实力旗鼓相当，共有三间公司获此殊荣，打破往绩。立信德豪会计师事务所董事总经理林鸿恩先生表示：「BDO于2018年首次举办大奖，当时上市公司刚起步探索推行ESG，时至今日，我们乐见越来越多上市公司重视及实践ESG的长远发展。迄今，BDO 环境、社会及管治大奖获市场高度认可。BDO 作为可持续发展的倡导者，对于有越来越多香港上市公司重视ESG感到非常高兴。从评审过程中，我们观察到参选公司推行有关ESG的举措，质素较以往有所提升，而且更具前瞻性。随着ESG的重要性及影响力不断扩大，我们希望藉大奖与各业界一起持续提高香港的绿色水平，巩固我们作为绿色金融中心的地位。」立信德豪会计师事务所董事总经理江智蛟先生表示：「随着社会对可持续性和社会责任的关注不断增加，越来越多投资者和机构将ESG纳入其投资决策中，并倾向支持那些符合ESG准则的企业。企业透过实行ESG政策，能够建立良好的声誉，有助于提升业务的竞争力，吸引更多投资者。BDO作为这方面的专业，致力于不同领域为香港上市公司提供支持，例如协助他们进行ESG报告及风险管理，为他们提供各项有关提升ESG表现的建议等。我们希望大奖能唤起社会各持份者的ESG意识，未来可见到更多香港上市或非上市公司同样重视ESG的实践。」立信德豪会计师事务所董事兼风险咨询服务总监郑文汉表示：「今年获奖企业涵盖多个行业，所有获提名公司均在各个竞逐领域展示出超卓表现。BDO为一众致力在可持续发展方面努力不懈的得奖公司感到自豪，同时亦非常荣幸BDO能透过此奖项及我们的专业，支持所有为建立更环保和负责任商业环境而作出贡献的公司。」BDO 环境、社会及管治大奖 2024得奖者 (得奖者排名不分先后，以公司英文名称排序)ESG 最佳表现大奖 - 大型市值 中银香港(控股)有限公司 (02388.HK) 香港电讯信托与香港电讯有限公司 (06823.HK) 联想集团有限公司 (00992.HK)ESG 最佳表现大奖 - 中型市值 瑞声科技控股有限公司 (02018.HK) 嘉里建设有限公司 (00683.HK) 信义光能控股有限公司 (00968.HK)ESG 最佳表现大奖 - 小型市值 协合新能源集团有限公司 (00182.HK) 信德集团有限公司 (00242.HK) 越秀服务集团有限公司 (06626.HK)最佳 ESG 报告大奖 - 大型市值 香港电讯信托与香港电讯有限公司 (06823.HK) 中国生物制药有限公司 (01177.HK) 创科实业有限公司 (00669.HK)最佳 ESG 报告大奖 - 中型市值 嘉里建设有限公司 (00683.HK)电讯盈科有限公司 (00008.HK)信义光能控股有限公司 (00968.HK)最佳 ESG 报告大奖 - 小型市值 新世界百货中国有限公司 (00825.HK) 信义能源控股有限公司 (03868.HK) 越秀服务集团有限公司 (06626.HK)ESG 年度大奖 - 大型市值 香港电讯信托与香港电讯有限公司 (06823.HK)ESG 年度大奖 - 中型市值 嘉里建设有限公司 (00683.HK)ESG 年度大奖 - 小型市值 越秀服务集团有限公司 (06626.HK)ESG突出表现大奖 - H股公司 中国铁塔股份有限公司 (00788.HK) 上海电气集团股份有限公司 (02727.HK) 中兴通讯股份有限公司 (00763.HK)主题大奖 联想集团有限公司 (00992.HK) 越秀地产股份有限公司 (00123.HK) 中兴通讯股份有限公司 (00763.HK)圖片說明BDO及评审团代表出席2024年BDO环境、社会及管治大奖颁奖典礼。2024年BDO环境、社会及管治大奖各得奖公司、BDO及评审团合影。编辑垂注有关香港立信德豪会计师事务所有限公司 (BDO Limited)香港立信德豪会计师事务所有限公司是BDO会计师事务所国际网络的香港成员所。BDO国际网络遍布全球166个国家及地区，透过逾1,770多个办事处及超过115,600多名专业人员，在世界各地提供财务咨询服务。立信德豪自1981年在香港成立，致力透过全面的专业服务协助企业成长。专业服务包括审计服务、风险咨询服务、专项咨询服务及税务服务。有关详情，可参阅网站www.bdo.com.hk。查询联络卢瑞燕立信德豪市场部高级经理及部门主管香港刘玉娟立信德豪市场部高级经理香港纵横财经公关顾问有限公司李惠儿李希彤电话 +852 2218 3042手提 +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hk电话 +852 2218 2325手提 +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hk电话 +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk电话 +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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物流行业乘政策东风 顺丰控股价值股属性凸显

December 12, 2024
香港, 2024年12月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 据信报报道，12月9日，中共中央政治局召开会议，分析研究2025年经济工作。会议强调，实施更加积极有为的宏观政策，扩大国内需求，推动科技创新和产业创新融合发展。业内人士普遍认为，会议提出的政策取向更加积极，意味着2025年宏观政策逆周期调节力度将较2024年进一步加大，为经济稳增长提供更大动能。在积极的宏观政策和货币正常的推动下，未来生产端及消费端的复苏将利好物流行业，迎来进一步的增长空间。已于近日登陆港交所的亚洲物流龙头顺丰控股（6936.HK），通过多网融通等精益化管理实现降本增效，从而使得2024年前三季度总收入超2,000亿人民币，收入和归母净利润同比增长9.4%、21.6%，其充分应对复杂环境的能力得到印证。11月27日，其「A+H」双上市平台的成功建立，将有助于公司更好地在各细分物流领域强化优势，提升盈利能力。核心业务增长稳健，领先地位稳固速运业务一直是顺丰控股的主要收入来源，2024年上半年该业务板块实现收入约人民币990亿元，同比增长7.6%。其中，时效快递是顺丰控股的旗舰产品，主要包括顺丰特快及顺丰标快。公司重新定义了中国时效快递的标准，通过精准的送达时间承诺确立了时效快递的最高标准。根据国家邮政局公布的信息，自2013年以来，顺丰的时效快递服务在中国所有时效快递服务中录得最短的送达时间。根据弗若斯特沙利文报告，按2023年收入计，前两大时效快递服务提供商占中国市场份额85.1%，而顺丰控股以63.9%的市场份额成为中国的绝对领导者。2021年至2023年，时效快递业务收入从人民币989.62亿元增长至1,154.56亿元，复合年增长率为8.0%；2024年上半年，收入约人民币591.86亿元，占比达44.0%。新业务势头强劲，拓宽安全边际依托时效快递的能力，顺丰控股采用「1到N」的增长策略，以具战略性及高品质服务的方式，切入毗邻产品及市场。在逐步巩固速运及大件核心业务的同时，同城即时配送业务、供应链及国际业务等新业务也稳步发展，形成多元增长曲线。在同城即时配送服务板块，公司为有点对点同城配送需求的商家及消费者提供同城配送，覆盖的主要场景包括食品饮料、杂货、3C电子产品和服装。根据弗若斯特沙利文报告，按2023年收入计，顺丰控股是中国最大的第三方同城即时配送服务提供商。2021年至2023年，该业务分部收入复合年增长率为20.0%；2024年上半年，录得收入约人民币40.23亿元，同比增长18.1%。就供应链及国际服务业务而言，通过旗下顺丰丰豪、顺新晖、嘉里物流等，顺丰控股为各行业客户提供优质的一体化供应链解决方案，涵盖采购、生产、配送、销售、售后等供应链全链条。与此同时，公司提供覆盖全球的综合国际配送服务，主要包括国际快递服务、跨境电商配送服务及海外本地快递服务。2023年《财富》中国500强企业中有超过45%为公司2023年国际物流服务的客户。于2024年上半年，该分部实现收入约人民币329.14亿元，收入占比为24.5%。另值得一提的是，于2023年，顺丰控股为476家中国500强企业提供服务，并且在亚洲综合物流服务提供商中拥有最高的优质客户覆盖率。此外，天网（航空运输网络）、地网（陆地运输网络及信息网）融通和资源共享带来进一步成本协同效应，使得公司成本结构也持续优化。作为综合快递物流龙头，顺丰控股进入了高质量可持续增长的新阶段，远期国际业务有望打开盈利向上空间。结合国内政策利好的情况下，其估值空间也将有望迎来大的提升。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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云顶新耀：加速肾病领域创新 迈向全球生物制药领先地位

December 11, 2024
香港, 2024年12月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 据《南华早报》报道，云顶新耀（HKEX 1952.HK）正加速实现其成为亚太地区领先生物制药企业的愿景。公司凭借强大的研发实力与卓越的商业化能力，在持续推动业务发展的同时，不断深化在全球生物制药领域的布局。近期，云顶新耀在核心商业化产品和突破性研究方面取得了一系列重要的里程碑式进展，充分体现了其在为亚洲乃至全球患者提供创新治疗解决方案方面的坚定承诺与卓越能力。这些成就不仅巩固了公司在行业中的领先地位，也进一步彰显了其致力于满足未被满足医疗需求的长期战略愿景。EVER001：肾病创新领域的突破2024年12月4日，云顶新耀宣布其自主研发且拥有全球权益的新一代共价可逆布鲁顿酪氨酸激酶（BTK）抑制剂EVER001，在1b/2a期临床试验阶段性数据中取得积极结果。本次试验聚焦原发性膜性肾病（pMN），是成人原发性肾病综合征的主要原因，存在未被满足的医疗需求。近年来，中国pMN的发病率持续上升，成为继IgA肾病（IgAN）后的第二大肾病综合征常见的病理类型。目前，中国约200万原发性膜性肾病患者，而在美国约有8万-10万患者，欧洲约8万患者，日本约4万患者，疾病负担在全球范围内日益加重，且目前全球没有获批此适应症的药物。不同于传统的共价不可逆BTK抑制剂，EVER001采用独特的共价可逆机制，结合其强大的靶点结合力与良好的安全性特征，避免持续抑制带来的毒副作用。试验结果显示，抗-PLA2R自身抗体水平在数据截止日期时已达到接近100%的下降，而早在低剂量组的24周和高剂量组的12周，抗-PLA2R自身抗体下降已超过90%。此外，在已完成36周治疗的低剂量组患者中，81.8%的患者实现临床缓解，高剂量组中已完成24周治疗的患者已有85.7%实现临床缓解。除低剂量组的1例患者外，其他所有完成36周治疗的低剂量组患者，以及所有经24周治疗的高剂量组患者分别在36周和24周都实现了免疫学完全缓解。EVER001作为一款潜在的同类最佳产品，该结果不仅显示了EVER001在pMN治疗中的高选择性、优异的药代动力学特征、良好的安全性特征以及强大的靶点结合力，还凸显了其在其他自身免疫性肾病，如狼疮性肾炎（LN）、IgA肾病、微小病变病（MCD）和局部节段性肾小球硬化（FSGS）中的广阔适应症前景。凭借广泛的适应症前景、日益增加的疾病发病率以及全球范围内的开发权益，EVER001成为具有显著商业价值的"蓝海"资产。近年来，肾病治疗领域已成为医药创新与资本投资的热点，吸引了众多跨国制药巨头的目光。以2023年为例，Vertex Pharmaceuticals斥资49亿美元收购了Alpine Immune Sciences，以获取其针对肾脏自身免疫性疾病的先进疗法。同年，诺华（Novartis）以35亿美元收购了Chinook Therapeutics，从而获得两项处于后期开发阶段的罕见肾病治疗药物。这些交易不仅凸显了全球医药行业对肾病领域的重视，也进一步验证了该领域创新治疗方案的巨大潜力和市场价值。"双轮驱动"战略推动商业化成功云顶新耀通过核心产品耐赋康(R)进一步巩固了其在肾病治疗领域的领导地位。耐赋康(R)是全球首个获得FDA批准的IgA肾病（IgAN）对因治疗药物，同时也是中国首个获得IgA肾病适应症的对因治疗药物。该药物已成功纳入2024年国家医保药品目录，这一里程碑不仅显著提升了患者可及性，还将大幅推动市场渗透率，其相关政策将于2025年1月1日正式实施。自2024年5月在中国大陆商业化上市以来，仅一个月耐赋康(R)销售额即突破人民币1.673亿元。此外，该药物还在中国澳门、中国香港、中国台湾、韩国及新加坡获批，进一步彰显了云顶新耀在全球肾病领域的专业实力与市场影响力。云顶新耀的多元化产品组合还包括氟环素类抗菌药物依嘉(R)与自身免疫疾病治疗药物伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R)）。依嘉(R)作为全球首个氟环素类抗菌药物，在国家卫生健康委抗菌药物临床应用与耐药评价专家委员会发起并主办的"依拉环素临床应用综合评价项目"中表现卓越，临床疗效分析显示，依拉环素治疗3天时的整体有效率为91.1%，治疗结束时整体有效率为90.1%。截至2024年上半年，依嘉(R)累计销售额已达到2.33亿元，充分体现了市场对其的高度认可和接受度。在自身免疫疾病领域，伊曲莫德（VELSIPITY(R)）的商业化进程取得重要进展。该产品已在中国澳门和新加坡获批上市，并通过"港澳药械通"政策率先进入粤港澳大湾区，成为云顶新耀第三款商业化产品。近期，伊曲莫德的新药上市许可申请已在中国香港获正式受理，公司计划于今年底向中国大陆递交申请，进一步释放其市场潜力。在研发领域，经过临床验证的mRNA技术平台是公司自主研发的核心部分，公司将自主研发重点转向拥有全部知识产权和全球权益的mRNA肿瘤治疗性疫苗。作为公司长期研发战略的重要支柱，该平台已实现显著突破。2024年8月，云顶新耀启动一款个性化肿瘤疫苗EVM16的研究者发起的临床试验项目（IIT），该研究由北京大学肿瘤医院和复旦大学附属肿瘤医院发起。此外，公司还在积极推进基于mRNA的体内CAR-T项目，用于癌症和自身免疫性疾病的治疗，不断拓展其研发管线的潜在应用。本周一，云顶新耀股价创下52周新高，盘中最高达49.7港元，收盘47.85港元。自中期业绩公布以来，股价已实现翻倍，充分体现了市场对公司未来发展的强烈信心。通过"双轮驱动"战略，云顶新耀持续聚焦未被满足的医疗需求，尤其在肾病等关键领域表现出色，并以EVER001等突破性疗法推动业务增长。凭借强劲的财务势头和清晰的战略规划，云顶新耀正稳步迈向可持续增长，为患者和股东创造长期价值。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
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