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BANGKOK, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL (SET: PCE), a leader in the integrated palm oil industry, today began trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), highlighting the Company’s readiness as an integrated producer and distributor of palm oil products with a supply chain management system in place, to respond to customer needs as a One-Stop Service.The Company is also proceeding with the expansion of its palm oil extraction plant and palm olein production plat, taking advantage of the opportunity while the palm oil industry is expanding both domestically and in the export market, to create growth in a bid to become a leader in the palm oil industry at the national level.Mr. Prakit Prasitsupaphol, CEO & Managing Director of Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL, announced that the Company began trading PCE shares on the SET today, September 12, in the Agro & Food Industry Group, Agribusiness Sector, under the abbreviation PCE. This followed the successful IPO of 750 million common shares for 2.28 baht per share. At the IPO, PCE shares received overwhelming interest from investors, reflecting confidence in the Company’s integrated palm oil business. In so doing, they helped to make PEC one of the stocks that attracted keen interest from investors from the first day of trading.PCE has set its growth strategy to become a leader in the integrated palm oil industry at the national level through 1. Being a leader in the integrated palm oil industry with full management readiness of the supply chain system, as group companies possess combined production processes for palm oil products from upstream to downstream, warehousing and port services, as well as the modern transportation processes to meet customer needs in the form of “One-Stop Service”, with nearly 40 years of direct experience in the industry; 2. The group’s location is in Surat Thani Province, an ideally strategic area for raw material sourcing and being close to customers and seaports; 3. The group’s production processes and quality control have been certified by international standards.The Company plans to use the funds raised in the SET to invest in the expansion of a crude palm oil extraction plant, doubling the production capacity from the current 60 tons of fresh palm fruits per hour, along with increasing the stability of the supply of raw material and crude palm oil supply for further refining processes, as well as investing in machinery and equipment to double the production capacity of palm olein for consumption from the current 300 tons per day. The Company’s two production plants were already operating at 80-90% of installed production capacity. Moreover, the fund will also be used to improve the efficiency of the production process, to expand the market in all sectors both domestically and in the export markets, and to invest in technology that will apply to research and further development, to add value to products and create opportunities in new markets in the future.As for the operating results for 2021 to 2023, the total revenues were 28,178.54 million baht, 32,696.15 million baht, and 24,722.79 million baht, respectively, while the net profits were 847.33 million baht and 214.40 million baht, and 330.50 million baht, respectively. For the first six months of 2024, the group had a total revenue of 12,921.47 million baht and a net profit of 211.97 million baht, similar to those of the same period of the previous year. In 2023, the group’s main revenue was derived from the palm oil industry at 98.61%, with the sales proportion of 63.67% for the domestic market and 36.33% for the international market.Mr Somsak Sirichainarumitr, CEO of Asset Pro Management Co Ltd (APM), as a financial advisor, said PCE is considered the first fully integrated palm oil industry leader to list on the SET and has the potential to grow in line with the expansion of the palm oil industry, spurred on by growing purchasing power in both domestic and international markets, for consumption or applications, by the renewable energy groups where demand is continuously increasing, and in the use of oleochemicals as ingredients in products such as cosmetics, soaps, skin care creams, etc., following the recovery of the domestic and global economies. They are also applicable to the biodiesel industry.Ms. Nalyne Viriyasathien, Managing Director, Investment Banking and Advisory of Maybank Securities (Thailand) PCL, as Joint Lead Underwriter, said PCE’s IPO offering of 750 million shares at 2.28 baht per share, or 1,710 million baht, was enthusiastically received by both retail and institutional investors. This was because investors were confident in the business potential of PCE, a leader in the palm oil industry with high growth potential. They also believed PCE would be another quality stock for investors in the Thai capital market.Mr. Payupat Mahabhol, managing director of investment banking at Yuanta Securities (Thailand) Co Ltd and joint lead underwriter, said that he was confident that PCE would be a growth stock that would generate good returns for investors. The company’s strength as a leader in the integrated palm oil industry and its ability to manage the supply chain system that provides customers with a one-stop service can help reduce extraneous costs. Therefore, for PCE as an enterprise with strong business partnerships, this fundraising will help strengthen its capital, which will be used to expand the business and further the Company’s growth according to its business plan.Released by Public Relations Dept., MT Multimedia Co., Ltd. for Petchsrivichai Enterprise Plc.For more information, please contact: Thiyaporn “Dah” SriadunphanTel. +66 (0) 87 556 6974; Email: thiyaporn.s@mtmultimedia.comPetchsrivichai Enterprise PCL [SET: PCE; PCE/F; PCE/R] https://pce-th.com/ Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

OSLO, NORWAY, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pixotope Technologies AS, the leading platform for end-to-end real-time virtual production solutions, is excited to announce a landmark partnership with the Happy Elephant consortium as its exclusive distributor for Greater China and selected countries in Southeast Asia region. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Pixotope's global growth strategy, set to transform virtual production accessibility in one of the world's most vibrant and rapidly evolving markets.The Happy Elephant consortium, uniting the formidable talents of Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam, brings a wealth of expertise and established market presence to this partnership. Their collective prowess in digital display technology, studio design, and audiovisual integration matches seamlessly with Pixotope's state-of-the-art virtual production software. This synergy promises to catalyze innovation and unleash creative potential across the region.Marcus B. Brodersen, CEO of Pixotope Technologies AS, expressed his enthusiasm: "Our partnership with the Happy Elephant consortium opens up unprecedented opportunities for Pixotope. By combining forces with Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam, we're not merely expanding our reach - we're unlocking a new realm of possibilities for content creators throughout Asia-Pacific. Their profound understanding of local markets, coupled with our cutting-edge technology, will empower media producers to redefine the boundaries of virtual production."The exclusive distribution agreement, centered on Pixotope's enterprise product portfolio, encompasses the entire Greater China and selected regions in Southeast Asia, positioning the partnership for significant market impact.XiaLi, CEO at Happy Elephant consortium, shared their perspective: "We are thrilled to partner with Pixotope and further expand the reach of their groundbreaking virtual production platform to the APAC market. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our commitment to delivering advanced, comprehensive media solutions. Together, we will enable storytellers across Asia to craft immersive, high-quality content that resonates with global audiences."To ensure seamless integration and local support, XuYang, Pixotope's sales manager in China, will serve as the regional sales manager and key liaison between the partners, providing continuity and leveraging his regional expertise.The partnership is effective immediately, with Pixotope and the Happy Elephant consortium collaborating closely to ensure a smooth transition and capitalize on the myriad of opportunities ahead.About PixotopePixotope Technologies AS is an award-winning software company at the forefront of virtual production innovation. With a proven track record in the most demanding live productions worldwide, Pixotope provides media content creators with a robust, end-to-end Virtual Production Platform. Operating globally with 24/7 support and a presence across four continents, Pixotope is committed to making virtual production accessible, user-friendly, and successful for all media creators.For more information, visit https://www.pixotope.com/About Happy Elephant ConsortiumThe Happy Elephant consortium unites the strengths of Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam to deliver comprehensive digital media solutions:Happy Elephant: A leading 3D and virtual production specialist offering end-to-end solutions across the digital media spectrum. Their expertise spans advanced AR, VR, and XR solutions for On-Air Graphics, virtual character development, and innovative studio stage design and construction.Totem Vision: Established in Guangzhou in 2022 by CDV (NewAuto), Totem Vision is a pioneer in digital display interactive technology, leveraging Video+AI innovations. With three decades of experience serving prominent national clients, they are recognized leaders in ultra-high-definition virtual and real fusion equipment.Socam: Founded in 2004, Socam specializes in professional radio and television markets, excelling in audio and video system integration. Their comprehensive services encompass all-media studio design and production, LED screen system engineering, post-production services, and virtual scene design and production.For media inquiries, please contact: XuYang (xu.yang@pixotope.com) or Jana Amirali (jana.amirali@pixotope.com).SOURCE: Pixotope Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BAD HOMBURG VOR DER HOHE, GERMANY, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Maxon, maker of powerful, user-friendly software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects, and more today announced ZBrush for iPad.ZBrush for iPad now available. Artist credit Lucas Cuenca.Created by artists for artists, ZBrush for iPad is revolutionizing digital sculpting by making it possible to take the power of Academy Award-winning ZBrush on the go to sculpt, paint, and bring creations to life anywhere in real time with Apple's touch-based capabilities!ZBrush for iPad also offers many of the same tools and features found in the desktop version, including the collection of leading, proprietary digital sculpting brushes created with real-world sculpting techniques in mind. Users will also be glad to know sculpting on the go does not mean sacrificing polygon count, depending on iPad memory and version. The latest M4 iPad with at least one terabyte (TB) of storage, for example, can reach up to 92 million polygons per mesh.ZBrush for iPad also features a highly customizable user interface that expands on the desktop version's QuickMenu, making it easy to arrange sculpting tools for a more optimized, personal experience. And it's also possible to customize the Apple Pencil double tap or Pencil Pro squeeze to complete an action, like framing a mesh in the document or turning on PolyGroup.ZBrush for iPad includes over 200 of ZBrush's leading digital sculpting brushes.Additional ZBrush for iPad Feature Highlights:ZRemesher generates a new mesh with an even distribution of polygons, preserving the essential details and flow of the original surface.Sculptris Pro adds and reduces triangle tessellation with each brush stroke, making it simple to focus on sculpting without worrying about technical restraints.DynaMesh retopologizes while sculpting, so it's possible to stretch digital clay or add volume while retaining the same basic capacity for detail.Array Mesh makes it possible to create duplicate instances of geometry in varying patterns and shapes in real time.The Dynamicssystem enhances sculpts by allowing any surface to be draped over another surface.Live Boolean gives users the ability to combine, subtract, and/or use intersections to create unique results.PolyPaint makes iteasy to paint and sculpt at the same time, making it possible to paint on the surface of a model without first assigning a texture map.Included with ZBrush and Maxon One subscriptions - and available as a stand-alone subscription too - ZBrush for iPad includes over 200 of ZBrush's leading digital sculpting brushes and the ability to easily load the thousands of custom brushes that have been created by incredible users!ZBrush and Maxon One subscribers can also share ZTool (ZTL) and ZProject (ZPR) files between iPad and desktop seamlessly. GoZ can also be used to move files between versions with one click.For anyone wanting to try the world's leading digital sculpting application, ZBrush for iPad also has a free plan that offers a robust sculpting experience with an introductory set of 28 of the most popular brushes and limited features for tools like Dynamesh, SculptrisPro, ZSpheres, and ZRemesher. And it's available at the App Store now!For professionals who need to work on location, or just want to take the unrivaled capabilities of ZBrush someplace more comfortable and inspiring, ZBrush for iPad is a game changer that puts creativity first without constraints.ZBrush for iPad requires iPadOS 17 or later, and is available on iPad models with A12 Bionic or later.About MaxonMaxon makes powerful, yet approachable software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects and visualization. Maxon's innovative product portfolio helps artists supercharge their creative workflows. Our product lines include the award-winning Cinema 4D suite of 3D modeling, simulation and animation technology; the creativity-on-the-go Forger mobile sculpting app; the diverse Red Giant lineup of revolutionary editing, motion design and filmmaking tools; the leading-edge, blazingly fast Redshift renderer; and ZBrush, the industry-standard digital sculpting and painting solution.Press ContactChloe LarbyGrithaus Agency(e) chloe@grithaus.agency(p) +44 7454 012045SOURCE: Maxon Computers Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The theme is Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. As one of the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Summit brings together over 90 policymakers and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions. It centres on the eight major steps President Xi Jinping announced last year to support the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and explores cooperation opportunities for the next golden decade of the BRI.The Opening Session featured opening remarks by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and welcome remarks by Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC. Special addresses were delivered by Li Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China; Gou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China; and Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China. A keynote address was delivered by H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam.John Lee said during his opening remarks: “Green development is increasingly important in Belt and Road collaboration. Hong Kong contributes to the cause of sustainability by not only developing green tech, but also by leveraging our expertise in financial services and driving the development of green finance. Earlier this year, we launched the world's first multi-currency, tokenised green bond, part of our commitment to Hong Kong's rise as a green finance hub.”Dr Lam said: “Innovation and sustainability are key drivers of growth today. We will discuss how we can work more closely together to create a more innovative and greener Belt and Road. With its unique strengths and advantages, Hong Kong is ideally placed to foster collaboration. As the most international city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and gateway to the vast Mainland China market, Hong Kong can facilitate many opportunities across Asia and beyond. ASEAN – our second-largest trading partner – will be a market highlight at this year’s Summit, following the recent mission we organised to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam led by Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee.”In her remarks, Li Yongjie said: “Under the framework of The Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA), the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) supports Hong Kong to enhance its status as an international financial, shipping and trading centre, and to play the role of a hub and platform in the Belt and Road Initiative. The MOFCOM will support Hong Kong in signing free trade agreements and investment protection agreements with more countries and regions, and to join Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership as soon as possible. The MOFCOM will also support mainland and Hong Kong enterprises to strengthen information exchange, deepen cooperation on Belt and Road projects, enhance Hong Kong's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative, and strengthen Hong Kong's status as an international trade centre.”H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh said during his speech: “The global economy is experiencing significant transformations in its structure and growth model, requiring both governments and the business community to collaborate in promoting initiatives on economic cooperation and integration that support peace, cooperation and development at regional and global levels. I am confident that with the commitment and sound policies of our governments, along with the support and active engagement of the business community and by embracing a spirit of equality, openness and mutual benefit while upholding international law, the Belt and Road Initiative will continue to flourish.”Deepening multilateral cooperation for a win-win futureFollowing the successful outcomes of Chief Executive John Lee's ASEAN visit in July, organised by the HKTDC, the Summit aims to further deepen relations between Hong Kong and ASEAN as well as other emerging markets along the Belt and Road.The Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World. Invited ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia who explored opportunities for multilateral cooperation include: H.E. Lim Lork Piseth, Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia; Rachmat Kaimuddin, Deputy Coordinating Minister, Maritime Affairs and Investment in Infrastructure and Transportation, Indonesia; Arman Kassenov, Vice-Minister of National Economy, the Republic of Kazakhstan.One highlight of the first day was the Business Plenary chaired by Professor KC Chan, Chairman of WeLab Bank. This session featured Ding Yanzhang, Chairman of Power Construction Corporation of China; Clara Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kee Group; Dato’ Seri Cheah Cheng Hye, Co-Chairman and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Value Partners Group; Shinta Widjaja Kamdani, Chief Executive Officer of Sintesa Group. They discussed Hong Kong's role in promoting multilateral business cooperation as well as strategies that global companies are adopting in response to the latest international situation. In the evening, a cocktail reception took place with welcoming and opening remarks from Dr Peter K N Lam, and Sun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of Bank of China (HK) Limited. Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, also delivered special remarks.The Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank.Comprehensive analyses of topical issues on the first day of the thematic breakout sessionAs the Belt and Road Initiative enters its next golden decade, there is increasing demand for efficient, one-stop legal and dispute resolution services. A thematic breakout session titled Building a Green, Sustainable and Innovative Silk Road through Hong Kong’s Legal and Dispute Resolution Services was co-hosted with the Department of Justice of the HKSAR. The session began with welcome remarks from Paul TK Lam, Secretary for Justice of the HKSAR Government, featuring business leaders from the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and law firms. Another thematic breakout session on the first day was co-hosted with the Insurance Authority, titled Role of Captive Insurance in Supporting Belt and Road Initiative.Additionally, the Summit co-hosted the Mainland-Hong Kong Trade In Services Symposium with the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM). This symposium analysed the latest developments across various sectors, driving service innovation along the Belt and Road, with representatives from leading companies in telecommunications, AI and professional services. The Symposium also features a pavilion brought by MOFCOM, which brings together exhibitors in the fields of green technology, business services and cultural trade to showcase China's achievements in trade in services to global buyers, and to build a platform for collaboratively exploring the international market.Debut Green Chapter highlights Hong Kong's green advantagesThis year’s Summit introduces a new Green Chapter, featuring a series of thematic breakout sessions related to green construction, innovation and finance, allowing participants to explore ways of developing green businesses leveraging Hong Kong as a platform.The Charting Green Development for a Connected World session discussed strategies for optimising green infrastructure development. It was co-hosted by the China International Contractors Association. The speakers at this session were: Chen Zhong, Vice General Manager of China Communications Construction Group Limited; Harry Lai, Executive Director of Hong Kong Green Building Council; Wu Yun, Deputy General Manager of China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd; Rex Wong, CEO of Kam Shing Group; and Mi Zhihui, Vice President of Shanghai Municipal Engineering Design Institute (Group) Co., Ltd.Second Business Plenary to explore opportunities in the Middle EastTomorrow's Business Plenary will be chaired by Ronnie C. Chan, Honorary Chair of Hang Lung Properties Limited. The business plenary, which will explore opportunities in the Middle East and other Belt and Road markets, will feature: Mohamed Abduljabbar Alkoheji, Second Vice-Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Bonnie Y Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Peter Fekete, Group CEO of 4iG from Hungary; Eric Ip, Group Managing Director of Hutchison Port Holdings Limited from Hong Kong; Iqbal Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Fajr Capital from UAE; and Bui Kim Thuy, Deputy CEO of VinFast from Vietnam.Two new thematic breakout sessions will also take place tomorrow – Multi-dimensional Connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative and People-to-people Exchanges through Business and Cultural Collaboration – discussing progress in transport connectivity and ways in which economic and cultural exchanges can enhance mutual understanding. The Green Chapter will also have two sessions tomorrow on Smart and Green Silk Road and Developing Viable Sustainable Infrastructure Projects. Two sessions from the Finance Chapter will discuss how businesses can seize financial services opportunities in the Belt and Road via Hong Kong to expand in ASEAN and the Middle East and the impact of financial innovation and technology on BRI development. A Youth Chapter session brings together young business leaders to talk about the ways in which youth can harness opportunities presented by the BRI.19 MoUs signed on Day 119 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed on the first day of the Summit. Signatories of the 4 G2G MoUs and 15 B2B MoUs comprised government and businesses from the Middle East and ASEAN, including the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam as well as Australia. Areas covered include infrastructure, energy and sustainable development. This year’s Summit continues to offer investment and business matching services, including one-to-one project matching meetings and project investment sessions. The business matching service provides a full range of options, in both physical form on 11-12 September and online on 16-17 September, with more than 280 investment projects expected to be matched and more than 800 one-to-one project matching meetings taking place.The Summit continues to feature an exhibition area showcasing more than 100 exhibitors across three distinct zones: the Hong Kong Zone, Global Investment Zone and InnoTech Zone. The Hong Kong Zone highlights the services and business advantages of Hong Kong service providers. The Global Investment Zone presents large-scale investment projects, cultural and technological developments as well as global investment opportunities. The InnoTech Zone showcases cutting-edge innovations, AI, digital technologies and solutions from around the world.The Strategic Partner for the 9th Belt and Road Summit is Bank of China International Capital Corporation Ltd. The Banking Partner is Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The Global Connectivity Partner is the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. The New Economy Partner is Standard Chartered. The Diamond Sponsor is Huatai International Financial Holdings Company, while China Mobile International Limited, China National Petroleum Corporation, China Telecom Global and China Unicom Global Limited are Platinum Sponsors.The 9th Belt and Road SummitDate11-12 September 2024VenueHall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreWebsitesBelt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/enProgram: https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/programmeSpeaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/speakerPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4dhRGVbThe ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the HKTDC, opened today under the theme Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. The event gathered more than 90 key officials and business leaders from countries and regions along the Belt and Road to explore the latest BRI cooperation opportunitiesJohn Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, delivered the opening remarks during the Opening Session.Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks during the Opening Session.Li Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special address.Gou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special address.Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission, the People’s Republic of China, gave a special address.H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister, Vietnam, delivered a keynote address.On the first day of the Summit, more than a dozen companies signed multiple Memoranda of Understanding.The Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World, inviting ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia, to explore opportunities for multilateral cooperation.The first day’s Business Plenary, Capturing Belt and Road Business Opportunities, analysed the latest prospects of ASEAN.The Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank.Media enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Anson WongTel: (852) 3428 3413Email: awong@yuantung.com.hkLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5691Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout 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.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that Moody's, an international credit rating agency, updated the company’s credit rating report and reaffirmed its “Baa2” long-term issuer credit rating with a “stable” outlook. Moody's believes that the support from the parent company Guotai Junan Securities and the support provided by the Chinese government through the parent company can offset the pressure on GTJAI's credit profile stemming from a complex external operating environment. In June 2024, GTJAI also received a reaffirmed "BBB+" investment grade rating (long-term issuer) from S&P with a "stable" outlook. At present, the Company's credit ratings continue to maintain a leading position among Hong Kong-based Chinese securities firms. For the detailed report, please contact Moody's. – End – Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of multifunctional multi-targeted therapies for chronic liver and metabolic diseases, presents at the 60th European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Annual Meeting, taking place from September 10-13, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. The presentations include post-hoc analyses of two Phase 2 clinical studies of berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), a gut-liver anti-inflammatory metabolic modulator, in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).“These data provide additional insight on the potential benefits of HTD1801, a novel, multifunctional therapy being developed for the treatment of patients with T2DM. The two ongoing Phase 3 studies (NCT06350890, NCT06415773), fully enrolled in 2Q 2024, evaluate the efficacy and safety of HTD1801 in T2DM patients (as monotherapy or in combination with metformin). We look forward to the results of these Phase 3 studies which we expect to announce in 2025,” said Dr. Leigh MacConell, Chief Development Officer of HighTide.“Efficacy of Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) in Chinese and Western Patients with T2DM”(Presentation 711, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: T2DM and MASH are highly interrelated, the presence of each increasing risk of outcomes. Patients with both T2DM and MASH are at higher risk of histologic progression in MASH, cardiovascular outcomes, hepatic outcomes, and all-cause mortality. The purpose of this analysis was to compare the effects of HTD1801 in Chinese and Western patients with T2DM with or without MASH. These data demonstrate that while the two populations are ethnically distinct with related but different diseases, treatment with HTD1801 was associated with improvements in key measures of glycemic, cardiometabolic, and hepatic benefit in both populations. HTD1801 offers holistic benefits that are observed in both Chinese and Western patients, irrespective of underlying disease, that address core aspects of both T2DM and MASH.“Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) Provides a Unique Therapeutic Approach for Patients with Metabolic Diseases and Severe Insulin Resistance”(Presentation 708, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: Insulin resistance is a significant risk factor for T2DM, obesity and MASH. HTD1801 enhances the utilization of glucose and fats through activation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), thereby improving insulin sensitivity. As HTD1801 is under development as a treatment for patients with T2DM, as well as MASH, we analyzed the effects of HTD1801 response based on degree of insulin resistance. These data demonstrate that HTD1801 can alleviate the metabolic inhibitory effects caused by hyperinsulinemia, leading to even greater hepatic and metabolic benefits in patients with more severe insulin resistance, offering a unique therapeutic approach for individuals with T2DM and/or MASH.About HighTide TherapeuticsHighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK) is a globally integrated biopharmaceutical company focusing on the discovery and development of first-in-class multifunctional multi-targeted therapies with chronic liver and metabolic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company is developing multiple clinical assets, including therapy for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), type 2 diabetes (T2DM), severe hypertriglyceridemia (SHTG), primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). Berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), the company’s lead drug candidate, received Fast Track designation from the U.S. FDA for both NASH and PSC, as well as Orphan Drug designation for PSC. In China, HTD1801 has been included in the National Major New Drug Innovation Program under the 13th Five-Year Plan for Major Technology Project.For more information, please visit www.hightidetx.comContact: pr@hightidetx.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- Deepanshu Madan, an Indian national with experience across India and Southeast Asia, becomes the latest partner at Asia’s leading secondary private equity firm- TR’s India business continues to expand and to capture growing opportunities as one of the first-movers in this spaceSingapore and Mumbai, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TR Capital, the leading Asian secondary private equity firm, is pleased to announce that Deepanshu Madan has been made the firm’s fourth Partner, marking an important milestone in the firm’s strategic growth.Deepanshu joined TR Capital seven years ago as a Director, and has since played a pivotal role in the development of the firm’s retail and healthcare portfolio across Asia. In November 2023, he was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of one of the firm’s portfolio companies, Pharmacity, in Vietnam. At Pharmacity, he is implementing a thorough redesign of the business model to return it to sustainable profitability.Paul Robine, Founder and CEO of TR Capital, said, “I am thrilled to welcome Deepanshu as our fourth Partner. His exemplary track record over the past seven years, including his exceptional contributions at Pharmacity, underscores the effectiveness of TR’s active investment approach.”Deepanshu Madan, Partner at TR Capital, said, “I am pleased to be appointed as a Partner at TR Capital and to contribute to the strong investment and ownership culture at the firm. We will continue to push boundaries in developing and supporting our portfolio companies whilst delivering on our active investment approach.”This new addition to TR Capital’s senior leadership team is a strategic move to bolster the firm’s expansion in key markets, particularly in India. Recent initiatives, including leading the innovative Samara Capital continuation fund and the Fibe secondary direct deal, highlight TR's commitment to advancing its market presence.In accordance with its growth strategy, TR Capital has recently realigned its local teams at the Director and VP levels to ensure it remains attuned to the dynamics of each local market.Mr. Robine further commented, “The global secondary market landscape is evolving rapidly, particularly in India, where smaller secondary funds are surfacing alongside established players like TR Capital, creating an increasingly dynamic industry. As a pioneer in this sector, we take great pride in our innovative contributions to the Indian market and look forward to continued success in the future.”About TR CapitalTR Capital is a leading secondary private equity investor in the Asia-Pacific region, providing liquidity solutions to owners of private equity assets through single asset and portfolio transactions. The firm makes significant investments in innovative leaders in the Technology, Next-Generation Consumer and Healthcare sectors across Asia. TR Capital is an active investor and shareholder and works with its portfolio companies to optimize their business models and capital structures. TR Capital currently manages funds with aggregate capital commitments of close to US$1.5 billion. The firm’s sophisticated investor base includes sovereign funds, pension funds, asset management firms, entrepreneurs, and family offices.For more information, please contact:Artemis AssociatesDiana Footitt, CEOdiana.footitt@artemisassociates.com+852 9183 0667Dan Bradley, Managing Directordan.bradley@artemisassociates.com+852 6145 7455Bowen Chui, Directorbowen.chui@artemisassociates.com+852 9783 0643 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fast Debt Recovery Specialist, Singapore's premier debt collection agency, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming one of the first to receive the newly implemented debt collection licence by the Singapore government. This certification underscores the agency's unwavering commitment to lawful and effective debt collection practices. In line with their business philosophy, "No one deserves to be a victim of broken promises," this licence further solidifies their dedication to ethical and transparent operations.Founded in 2017, Fast Debt Recovery Specialist has rapidly grown to become the preferred collection partner for businesses and individuals seeking assistance with local debt collection. The agency distinguishes itself by blending personalised field visits with cutting-edge technology and a robust benchmarking system, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all operations. Their compliance rate exceeds 100%, and they maintain an impressive average debt collection rate of 72%.In 2024, all debt collection agencies in Singapore are mandated to operate only with a valid debt collection licence awarded by the Singapore Police Force. Fast Debt Recovery Specialist is among the first agencies to receive this prestigious licence, which is reserved for agencies recognised for their dedication to lawful and effective debt collection practices. This endorsement is vital as it establishes Fast Debt Recovery Specialist as a legally compliant and trustworthy agency. It also reassures their clients, both locally and globally, of the integrity of their practices and their team in delivering collection services within Singapore.The debt collection industry often faces unfavourable perceptions, even for legitimately credible agencies like Fast Debt Recovery Specialist, due to stigma and unethical practices that have surfaced in the news. By obtaining this licence, Fast Debt Recovery Specialist further elevates its credibility, assuring clients of their ethical practices."Receiving this licence is a testament to our dedication to compliant and transparent debt collection," said Ms. Lyn, Founder of Fast Debt Recovery Specialist. "We are committed to setting the highest standards in the industry."Fast Debt Recovery Specialist offers a comprehensive range of debt collection services, combining personalised field visits with advanced technology. Ms. Lyn attributes their growth to their unique methodology. "Our approach includes a stringent employee vetting process and a robust benchmarking system that ensures transparency and accuracy in all our operations. By handling everything in-house, we empower our clients to protect their reputation more effectively, achieve higher satisfaction, and see better success rates."Securing full payment through strategic guidance and authority collaborationA car repair business engaged Fast Debt Recovery Specialist to recover a $3,600 debt from a customer who had defaulted on payment. The debt collection firm proposed an initial discounted first settlement of $1,888, which was promptly paid. During this meeting, the agency was unaware that the debtor had also reached out to an authority figure in an attempt to avoid further payment.Shortly after, the client received a letter from this authority figure, a situation that could have been intimidating. However, with Fast Debt Recovery Specialist's expert advice and their experience in dealing with authorities, the client confidently navigated the incident. By leveraging on the agency's meticulous skip tracing, investigation, and strategic guidance, the authorities ruled that the debtor must pay the remaining $1,712, leading to the full recovery of $3,600. This case highlights Fast Debt Recovery Specialist's role as a credible and legitimate partner, capable of navigating complex situations while ensuring their clients' reputation and rightful financial interests are fully protected.Fast Debt Recovery Specialist's expertise is further demonstrated through their handling of multiple debts involving the same company director across three separate cases."During the first visit, we discovered we were unable to contact the director as he had disappeared," Ms Lyn recounted. "However, through extensive skip-tracing, we located his guarantor, and, after some negotiation, the guarantor paid off the debt in cash."A few months later, Fast Debt Recovery Specialist encountered the same debtor again, as other stakeholders were also pursuing him for unpaid debts."Fortunately, due to the good relationship we had built with his guarantor, we managed to locate the debtor," Ms Lyn shared. "Through amicable discussions, the director and his shareholder agreed to meet his financial obligations and took out a bank loan to settle his debt."The total debt collected amounted to approximately $150,000.These cases highlight Fast Debt Recovery Specialist's tenacity and strategic approach in ensuring debts are fully recovered, even in complex scenarios."With our newly acquired licence and unwavering commitment to excellence, Fast Debt Recovery Specialist is ready to assist even more businesses around the world with all their Singapore debt collection needs," Ms. Lyn added. "At Fast Debt Recovery Specialist, we firmly believe that 'No one deserves to be a victim of broken promises.' Contact us today to experience the difference."Fast Debt Recovery Specialist is dedicated to providing top-tier debt collection services that are compliant, transparent, and effective. The agency's mission is to help businesses recover debts while maintaining the highest ethical standards.Media ContactFast Debt Recovery SpecialistWebsite: https://fastdebtrecovery.info/Phone: +65 6829 2148 / +65 9669 2349 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sensori.Ai, the only company blending neuroscience with generative AI (GenAI) to transform product innovation, consumer engagement and experiences, today announced the launch of the latest book from CEO and founder Dr. A.K. Pradeep and experts at Sensori AI. "Neuro AI: How to Win the Minds of Consumers Using Neuroscience-Powered Gen AI" ("Neuro AI") is prescriptive for practitioners of innovation, messaging and marketing and explores how to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace by transforming GenAI from ‘generic AI' to truly ‘generative AI.' Through the use of real world case studies and use cases, "NeuroAI" reveals practical applications for appealing to the nonconscious mind, where 95% of decisions are made. Published by Wiley and co-authored by Dr. Anirudh Acharya, Dr. Rajat Chakravarty and Ratnakar Dev, the book is now available via Amazon and all major booksellers.Since its founding in late 2022, Sensori.Ai has developed a number of solutions designed to embed neuroscience principles and breakthrough algorithms into GenAI to create unique consumer understanding, product innovation and sensory design platforms. The company pioneers the use of unique nonconscious data (data consumed by the decision making nonconscious mind of the consumer) to create its breakthroughs. For example, Sensori.Ai created the first neuroAI-based algorithm to aid in the creation of fragrance, flavor and music. To date, the company has helped develop over 20 new products, over 100 campaigns and packaging designs and repositioning for most of the recognized global brands in the CPG, FMCG, and retail spaces. "Neuro AI" provides a primer on the neuroscientific principles and research backing these solutions with a transparent look at how these algorithms are created and the rules they follow."Make no mistake: GenAI is revolutionizing every part of our lives today. Apple Intelligence is just the beginning of this revolution. ‘Neuro AI' shows how memory structures and translational neuroscience puts humanity back at the center of GenAI-based design," said Dr. Pradeep. "For instance, every product maker wants their consumer to desire their product. Algorithmically embedding the neuroscience of desire in GenAI creates exciting product designs and market messaging that speak deeply to the nonconscious mind of the consumer, which is the powerful, driving force behind purchasing decisions."95% of desires and decisions are rooted in the unconscious mind. By leveraging its architecture and selectively utilizing the data streams that feed it, GenAI algorithms can be trained to operate in vastly more efficient and creatively effective ways. This return to an anthropocentric GenAI rooted in neuroscience-hence the term neuroAI-is both the thesis of the book and the focus for Sensori.Ai. GenAI trained on key neuroscientific principles and using proprietary algorithms can quickly develop and refine product concepts, packaging, pricing, messaging and other key features to appeal to consumers in a deep, personal and brand-guided manner.Sensori.Ai's solutions focus on using neuroAI for four specific business needs: consumer understanding (including neurographic profiles, archetypes, price sensitivity, personality and proclivities); product and brand innovation (including product features, product patent and IP protection, product pricing, product promotion and product volumetrics prediction); sensorial innovation (including fragrance design, flavor design, music design and packaging visual design); and desire creation (including advertising, messaging, desire scoring, desire-based message redesign and desire-based PDP redesign). "NeuroAI" details all of the science and methods in these four areas, which are also contained in the Sensori.Ai platform and solution suite."AI is everywhere now, but there's precious little practical information about it that's available to people," said Priya Nair, Business Group President, Beauty & Wellbeing at Unilever. "NeuroAI" changes that. The big add is that the book also covers consumer neuroscience. It's a book that everyone who wants and needs to get a good grasp of this stunning technology, and how the mind works, should have.""Neuro AI" builds on Dr. Pradeep's decades-long experience in the field of consumer neuroscience, detailed in the titles "AI for Marketing and Product Innovation" (2019) and "The Buying Brain" (2010). Dr. Pradeep, a twice successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur, holds over 90 patents and previously founded NeuroFocus (acquired by Nielsen) to provide neurological testing for consumer research. He also founded BoardVantage (acquired by Nasdaq), to provide SaaS board governance software for boards of directors and executives.To learn more about Sensori.Ai and "Neuro AI: How to Win the Minds of Consumers Using Neuroscience-Powered Gen AI," please visit sensori.ai. The book can be purchased through Amazon in the following regions:NetherlandsSaudi ArabiaSouth AfricaEgyptFranceBrazilSpainIndiaItalyMexicoUKSingaporeSwedenTurkeyAbout Sensori.AiSensori.Ai is the only company in the world blending generative AI with mined data from the human nonconscious to develop new ways for brands to reach consumers and appeal to their deepest desires. Founded in 2022 by serial entrepreneur and consumer neuroscience expert Dr. A.K. Pradeep, the company works with most of the recognized global brands in the CPG, FMCG, and retail spaces. For more information, follow Sensori.Ai on LinkedIn, X and YouTube.Related Video: https://youtu.be/3kU4ZiPD2TYPR ContactSongue PR for Sensori.Ai sensoriai@songuepr.comSOURCE: Sensori.Ai Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Herzliya, Israel, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nayax Ltd. (Nasdaq: NYAX; TASE: NYAX), a global commerce enablement payments and loyalty platform designed to help merchants scale their business, and A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ:AZ)(FRA - WKN:A3CSQ), a global leader in innovative technology solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to pair Nayax’s convenient automated self-service retail mobile payment system with A2Z Cust2Mate’s innovative smart cart platform for smart retail stores.Nayax and A2Z Cust2Mate will allow customers to complete their entire shopping journey from the comfort of their smart cart, with no need to waste time in long checkout lines. A2Z’s Cust2Mate 3.0 can transform any shopping cart into a powerful shopping platform, integrating a sleek touchscreen panel, with computer vision and a powerful algorithm to provide an effective, interactive, and personalized shopping experience. Incorporating Nayax’s innovative on-cart comprehensive hardware and software payment solution, A2Z Cust2Mate 3.0 will allow customers to simply “pick-and-go”, providing a more convenient shopping experience.Nayax and A2Z Cust2Mate will collaborate to sell the Cust2Mate 3.0 smart cart system with integrated Nayax payment technology as a unified, end-to-end solution for retailers around the world. The first smart carts with Nayax’s payment solution will be deployed in France, with the goal to deploy tens of thousands of payments enabled smart carts globally.“Relocating the point of sale from the checkout lane to the shopping cart is an ingenious way to improve a retailer’s operational efficiency and the shopper’s experience,” says Yair Nechmad, CEO and Chairman of Nayax. “Nayax is thrilled to partner with A2Z Cust2Mate to offer an integrated, state-of-the-art shopping and payment solution for retailers and their customers.”“This partnership expands our sales reach and strengthens our presence in the retail market,” commented Gadi Graus, CEO of A2Z Cust2Mate. “By integrating Nayax’s seamless payment solution with our smart carts, we’ve created a game-changing innovation that boosts retailer revenue, cuts operational costs, and enhances the shopping experience.”About Nayax Ltd.Nayax is a global commerce enablement, payments and loyalty platform designed to help merchants scale their business. Nayax offers a complete solution including localized cashless payment acceptance, management suite, and loyalty tools, enabling merchants to conduct commerce anywhere, at any time. As a global leader in serving unattended retail, Nayax has transformed into a comprehensive solution focused on our customers' growth across multiple channels. As of June 30, 2024, Nayax has 11 global offices, approximately 1,100 employees, connections to more than 80 merchant acquirers and payment method integrations, and is globally recognized as a payment facilitator. Nayax's mission is to improve its customers' revenue potential and operational efficiency. For more information, please visit www.nayax.com.About A2Z Cust2mate Solutions Corp.A2Z Cust2Mate Solutions Corp. creates innovative solutions for complex challenges. A2Z's flagship product is the world's first proven-in-use mobile self-checkout shopping cart. With its user-friendly smart algorithm, touch screen, and other technologies, Cust2Mate streamlines the retail shopping experience by scanning purchased products and enabling in-cart payment so that customers can simply "pick & go", and bypass long cashier checkout lines. This results in a more efficient shopping experience for customers, less unused shelf-space and manpower requirements, and advanced command and control capabilities for store managersFor more information on A2Z Cust2mate Solutions Corp. (NASDAQ: AZ) ($AZ)(FRA - WKN:A3CSQ) and its subsidiary, Cust2mate Ltd., please visit www.cust2mate.com.Nayax Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this press release can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “should,” “plan,” “intend,” “estimate” and “potential,” among others. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding our intent, belief or current expectations. Forward-looking statements are based on our management’s beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to our management. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to: our expectations regarding general market conditions, including as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic and other global economic trends; changes in consumer tastes and preferences; fluctuations in inflation, interest rate and exchange rates in the global economic environment; the availability of qualified personnel and the ability to retain such personnel; changes in commodity costs, labor, distribution and other operating costs; our ability to implement our growth strategy; changes in government regulation and tax matters; other factors that may affect our financial condition, liquidity and results of operations; general economic, political, demographic and business conditions in Israel, including the ongoing war in Israel that began on October 7, 2023 and global perspectives regarding that conflict; the success of operating initiatives, including advertising and promotional efforts and new product and concept development by us and our competitors; Moshe Shmaryahu's success as the Company's new Chief Information Officer; and other risk factors discussed under “Risk Factors” in our annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on February 28, 2023 (our "Annual Report"). The preceding list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all of our forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future performance, taking into account the information currently available to us. These statements are only estimates based upon our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the risks provided under “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of the particular statement. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.A2Z Cust2mate Forward-Looking StatementsMatters discussed in this press release may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate," "believe," "contemplate," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "seek," "may," "might," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "target," "aim," "should," "will" "would," or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the Company's filings with the on SEDAR and with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results, performance or achievements could differ materially from those contemplated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and the company disclaims any intention or obligation, except to the extent required by law, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to sell any of the securities described herein.Issued By: Swan Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. on behalf of A2Z Cust2mate Solutions Corp. and Nayax Ltd.For more information, please contact:Mandy TanTel: +60 16-477 2257Email: m.tan@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Annual ranking highlights top-performing stocks' roles in energy security and electrification, and a shift from growth to value investingToronto, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - September 10, 2024) - Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) today announced its sixth annual TSX30®, a ranking of the top 30 performing companies based on dividend-adjusted share price performance over a three-year period. The 2024 list underscores how these companies are driving advancements in sectors such as energy, electrification, and critical minerals, while delivering strong investor returns and shaping Canada's economy.Topping the 2024 TSX30 is Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (TSX:HPS.A), a company that enables electrification through its broad range of dry-type transformers, power quality products, and related magnetics, with a dividend-adjusted share price that has increased 928% over the past three years. Collectively, TSX30 companies represent over $380 billion in market capitalization, having added an impressive $210 billion during that period — nearly a quarter of a trillion dollars in value creation — while achieving an average dividend-adjusted share price appreciation of 234%."This year's TSX30 reflects the leadership and innovation of Canadian companies as Canada transitions to a cleaner energy future," said Loui Anastasopoulos, CEO, Toronto Stock Exchange. "These top performers are shaping the future of Canada's economy and ensuring our strengths in energy and mining align with the emerging technology sector to keep Canada competitive on the global stage."Adrian Thomas, CEO, Hammond Power Solutions, added, "Being named the top company in the 2024 TSX30 underscores both our commitment to driving progress in the energy sector and our team's ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic markets. We are proud to play a role in the energy transition space and strive to meet the evolving needs of a changing world."Sector leadership: Interconnected industries driving growthThe 2024 ranking is dominated by three sectors - Oil & Gas, Industrial Products & Services, and Mining - accounting for 25 of the 30 companies on the list. This strong representation reflects the interconnected nature of these industries and their continued contributions to Canada's economic prosperity, particularly as Canada navigates energy security in the current environment and the transition to cleaner sources of energy.Energy: Balancing security and innovationEnergy companies feature prominently on the 2024 TSX30, representing over half of the issuers. Amid global geopolitical tensions, these companies play an important role in ensuring a reliable energy supply. Athabasca Oil Corp. (TSX: ATH), for example, is a notable contributor to current energy needs while reducing the carbon intensity of its operations through transformational technologies.Industrials and mining: Supporting the energy transitionThe Industrial Products & Services sector, which includes companies like Hammond Power Solutions, can provide support and infrastructure for energy transition and electrification projects. The Mining sector is also growing, driven by demand for critical minerals needed for electric vehicles (EVs), batteries, and low-carbon and renewable energy. Half of this year's TSX30 mining companies focus on base metals crucial for these technologies. Cameco Corporation (TSX: CCO), a uranium production company and a pure-play investment in the growing demand for nuclear energy, has seen renewed interest, underscoring the importance of critical minerals in the shift to a low-carbon economy.Technology: Catalyst for navigating energy transitionTechnology companies are a driving force behind the growth across energy and related industrial sectors. Celestica Inc. (TSX: CLS), a company that offers solutions for grid stability and EV infrastructure, ranked second in the 2024 TSX30. Celestica's 706% dividend-adjusted share price increase emphasizes the importance of technology in helping navigate the transition to a lower-carbon future.Investor trends: A shift towards value investingThe 2024 TSX30 indicates a changing investor focus from growth investing to value investing, with a preference for companies with positive cash flow and a history of consistent dividends. Nearly two-thirds (63%) of the 30 companies paid dividends, averaging a 2.8% yield. This is significantly higher compared to the eight dividend-paying companies on the 2021 TSX30, which had an average yield a full percentage point lower. This trend reflects the appeal of stable, cash-generating companies in a volatile market.Other highlights from the 2024 ranking include:- Graduations from TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) to TSX: Nine of this year's TSX30 companies graduated from TSXV, showcasing how this unique two-tiered ecosystem can nurture emerging businesses in growing their market capitalization and investor exposure.- Representation on leading indices: 17 of the companies are included on either the S&P/TSX Composite Index* or S&P/TSX 60 Index*, enhancing their visibility among investors globally.- Consistent performers: 14 of the 2024 TSX30 companies have appeared in previous TSX30 rankings (since 2019), with their collective dividend-adjusted share prices up 210% and market capitalization rising 147% during that time.For detailed results and further information about the ranking methodology, visit www.tsx.com/tsx30.The 2024 TSX30 ranking:RankingCompany NameTickerThree-year dividend-adjusted share price performance1Hammond Power Solutions Inc.HPS.A928%2Celestica Inc.CLS706%3Athabasca Oil CorporationATH429%4CES Energy Solutions Corp.CEU335%5TerraVest Industries Inc.TVK289%6NuVista Energy Ltd.NVA257%7Bird Construction Inc.BDT245%8MEG Energy Corp.MEG226%9Secure Energy Services Inc.SES216%10International Petroleum CorporationIPCO215%11China Gold International Resources Corp. Ltd.CGG208%12Fairfax Financial Holdings LimitedFFH202%13Bombardier Inc.BBD.B200%14Cameco CorporationCCO186%15Computer Modelling Group Ltd.CMG184%16Mattr Corp.MATR183%17Imperial Oil LimitedIMO167%18ARC Resources Ltd.ARX154%19Canadian Natural Resources LimitedCNQ152%20PHX Energy Services Corp.PHX152%21Filo Corp.FIL144%22Obsidian Energy Ltd.OBE142%23Cenovus Energy Inc.CVE141%24Teck Resources LimitedTECK.B140%25Olympia Financial Group Inc.OLY139%26Vitalhub Corp.VHI136%27Dynacor Group Inc.DNG136%28Spartan Delta Corp.SDE135%29Cardinal Energy Ltd.CJ134%30Alamos Gold Inc.AGI134% Source: All data is sourced from TSX/TSXV Market Intelligence Group analysis. Based on historical dividend-adjusted share prices from S&P Capital IQ as at June 30, 2024.*The S&P/TSX Composite Index and the S&P/TSX 60 Index (the "Indices") are the products of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC ("SPDJI") and TSX Inc. ("TSX"). 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HONG KONG, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CENTRESTAGE, the Asian fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government's Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)*, concluded successfully on 7 September. The highlight of the closing evening was the grand finale of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC), where the creativity and design flair of 10 local fashion designers shone through. With their diverse and eye-catching collections, the young designers showed talent that moved beyond traditional boundaries, embodying this year's YDC theme, "To Be Seen", and highlighting the limitless potential of Hong Kong's fashion scene. The event delivered a standout fashion show for the audience, with celebrities such as Panther Chan, Kaho Hung, Moon Tang, Zelos Wong, 903DJ Leung Man Lai, Madboii, Ah Gi and Dixon Wong giving their support to the finalists.After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung emerging as Champion, securing the top prize of a cash prize of HK$60,000; an overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd.; and a HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng, while Yoyo Chan took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.The full list of winners for YDC 2024 is as follows:Champion: Tiger Chung; Design: RagerExcellence Award: K Ng; Design: Remnants of LightBest Art Direction Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XMy Favourite Collection Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XReceiving the Champion prize, Tiger Chung, designer of the winning collection titled “Rager”, said: "I felt calm upon learning about the award, but just now, witnessing the models wearing my award-winning designs for the first time, I felt excited beyond measure!" Tiger re-entered the competition as a proud advocate for subculture. He has been continuously exploring how to present the unique design ethos of young-generation designers and his collection exudes the energy and vitality experienced at a music festival.Judges impressed by quality of entries, share insights and experiencesThis year's YDC featured a heavyweight judging panel comprising seasoned fashion industry and media representatives, including Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of the Japanese fashion brand doublet; and Overseas Judge Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of fashion PR consulting firm BOH Project. Other esteemed judges included Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Victoria Tang-Owen, Founder & Creative Director of Thirty30 Creative and Victoria Tang Studio and Director of Arts, Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang.Reflecting on the quality of entries in this year’s YDC and the achievements of the winners, VIP Judge Masayuki Ino said: "All the works presented by the designers are fantastic. I had already seen all the entries before the final, but being able to witness them again on the runway gave me a different perspective. I am excited to see all 10 fashion designers from the next generation at YDC."Panther Chan lights up MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models – the MINI Cooper and MINI Aceman – with designs reflecting the spirit of urban outdoor travellers and adventurers, being both minimalistic and functional. Singer Panther Chan joined forces will the collaborators, performing as the collection was presented and helping to showcase MINI's new-generation design aesthetics and sustainable concepts.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4ebPwqQPictured from left to right are: Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of doublet; Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC; Victoria Tang-Owen, Director of Arts of Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of BOH Project. The Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC) concluded successfully on 7 September. After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung (third from the right) emerging as Champion. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng (fourth from the left), while Yoyo Chan (fifth from the left) took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.ChampionDesigner: Tiger ChungDesign: “Rager”The design: “Rage evolves from the moshing culture of hardcore punk, where the crowd reaches euphoria as an uncontrollable transcendence of state. What I aspire to explore through design is the unique style and trends of the new generation of designers.”In his collection “Rager”, Tiger takes inspiration from Japanese anime series Dragon Ball and the character Son Goku, who transforms into a giant ape when angry, and the werewolf in Michael Jackson’s Thriller, who dances with zombies under a full moon. He also pays tribute to the rock singer Marilyn Manson’s style, mixing the structure of an evening dress with dungarees to combine the elegance of actress Marilyn Monroe with a darkerinspiration. Tailored to the violent nature of rage, Tiger’s four designs feature impact-resistant pads and abrasion-resistant materials for protection.Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$60,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd; (3) HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesExcellence AwardDesigner: K NgDesign: “Remnants of Light”The design: “The designs initially appear to be glittering and elegant, but underneath the glamour he seeks to represent the darker side of the human condition and the fragility of the human mind.”In his competing series “Remnants of Light,” K creates scenarios with details on fabric: the embroidery on the coat looks like fireworks, but actually symbolises the explosions of war. The piece is a luxurious floor-length coat, but as the wearer grips the straps and wraps themselves tightly underneath, they resemble a refugee. Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$40,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by MINI HK; (3) HK$3,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesBest Art Direction Award and My Favourite Collection AwardDesigner: Yoyo ChanDesign: “Trouble X”The design: “At the age of two, we enter our first rebellious stage in life, and then are institutionalised. In a daze, we find ourselves marching to the beat of mainstream social expectations. Rebellion is always looming; once provoked, it erupts instantly.” Fashion designer Yoyo Chan is bored by the ordinary and wants to shatter expectations. Her “Trouble X” series breaks the stereotypical association of school uniforms by deconstructing the style, adding playful elements, and subverting expectations in the details. Highly saturated reds are interspersed with warm yellows, presenting a hot-blooded attitude and independent personality. As she frees the clothing from the rigidity of occasions, fashion design becomes an advocate for ageless rebellion.Prizes for the “Best Art Direction” Award: (1) A cash prize of HK$30,000 sponsored by Vogue Hong Kong; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesPrizes for the “My Favourite Collection” Award: (1) HK$20,000 Lee Gardens Area e-Gift Certificates sponsored by Hysan Development; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores Panther Chan(wearing Kinyan Lam; shoes by Pedro)Kaho Hung(wearing REDEMPTIVE; shoes by Pedro)Moon Tang(wearing röyksopp gakkai)from left to rightMoon Tang, Kaho Hung, Panther Chan(wearing röyksopp gakkai, REDEMPTIVE, Kinyan Lam)Dixon Wong(wearing MURFI LAU)Ah Gi(wearing FromClothingOf)Madboii(wearing WEAVIPEDIA)903DJ Leung Man Lai(wearing YAMA GUEST)from left to rightMadboii, Zelos, Ah Gi, Dixon(wearing MURFI LAU, MARCCH, FromClothingOf, WEAVIPEDIA)MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models.MINI x Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST)YAMA GUEST has collaborated with MINI Cooper, taking inspiration from its 2024 MINI Aceman model. The theme of the collaboration is “Urban Outdoor Traveler”, where a single garment can seamlessly transition between the city and nature, embodying MINI’s new design philosophy of “Simplicity, Purity”. The result is a collection that embodies urban fashion while meeting the demands of outdoor exploration and incorporating the design concepts of YAMA GUEST and the MINI Aceman. The apparel features wear-resistant, water-repellent and breathable materials, as well as adjustable details like the hood, front panel, and waistband for added functionality.MINI x Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam)For its collaboration with MINI Cooper, Kinyan Lam sought to capture the spirit of “Possibility”, “Adventurous”, and “Fashion” embodied by MINI drivers. To express their unique personalities, they want to customise their cars with different patterns. Lam took inspiration from a vintage MINI campaign featuring Mary Quant’s striped seat upholstery design, applying the iconic pattern, the classic stripe, as the central design motif for the collection. To achieve this design element, Lam incorporated his signature natural dyes with plants from India and indigo from Guizhou and employed a tie-dye technique to create the stripe patterns.FASHIONALLY COLLECTIONSFASHIONALLY.COM works to promote Hong Kong fashion and designers. This season it is featuring the latest collections from 11 local brands including: Charlotte Ng Studio, FromClothingOf, IP-Axis Studio, Lapeewee, WHY, YAMA GUEST, MURFI LAU, MARCCH, DEMO, SZMAN and Kinyan Lam. For more details, please visit https://www.fashionally.com/en/collection/page/23FASHIONALLY COLLECTION #23(from left to right)IP-Axis Studio / Theme: “Dune”Charlotte Ng Studio / Theme: “That is what feeling sound like”FromClothingOf / Theme: “You Are You”Lapeewee / Theme: “New Woman”WHY / Theme: “NOMAD” FASHIONALLY PRESENTATION I: YAMA GUESTTheme: Holidays in the SunThe collection draws inspiration from the mountains blended with tropical vibes to create a series of personalised styles for nature enthusiasts, perfect for wandering through jungles or strolling along beaches. FASHIONALLY Presentation II: MURFI LAUTheme: FORGE{T}For the brand's inaugural collection, MURFI LAU endeavours to express bravery and self-defence through fashion design, showcasing a unique temperament. The theme "FORGE{T}" signifies her dedication to fashion design. Inspiration for the collection is drawn from medieval armour, heavy motorcycle gear and spacesuits, representing different aspects of the human spirit of adventure. Ms Lau aims to demonstrate the dual characteristics of protective gear and fashion, showcasing a spirit that remains true to itself in challenging times. FASHIONALLY Presentation III: MARCCHTheme: AmbiguousThe brand's Spring/Summer 2025 collection is themed "Ambiguous", drawing design inspiration from the work "Ambiguous Documents" by Polish artist Ania Wawrzkowicz. The collection emphasises texture treatment, with designers using techniques such as collage, layering and cutouts to create different images, attempting to deconstruct the physicality within the garments.WebsitesCENTRESTAGE: https://centrestage.hktdc.com/home/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC): https://www.fashionally.com/en/Media enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & Marketing:Diana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgAbout YDCThe YDC aims to promote a new generation of local design talent, while creating opportunities to showcase their collections in front of global and local industry professionals at CENTRESTAGE. Organised by the HKTDC, the contest is considered one of the most prestigious events of its kind in the region, with a successful track record of past contestants becoming leading designers for fashion enterprises or establishing their own labels. To further promote the international visibility of local Hong Kong designers, in 2012 the HKTDC launched FASHIONALLY.com, an online platform that showcases the work of local labels and talents and links them with global industry insiders and opportunities.About 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. Follow us on X and LinkedIn.About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) (formerly known as Create Hong Kong or CreateHK) is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in June 2009 to spearhead the development of creative industries in Hong Kong. From 1 July 2022 onwards, it is under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community.*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Melbourne, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - September 10, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) (KCC, Kincora or the Company). Please find attached for release to the market, Kincora Copper Limited's Investor Presentation - September 2024.https://app.box.com/s/1xwbafyoutfgd7ldw8tn7c57zr1ci8riThis announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763).For further information please contact: Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officersam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61431 329 345Executive office400 - 837 West Hastings Street Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6, Canada Tel: 1.604.283.1722 Fax: 1.888.241.5996Subsidiary office AustraliaVista Australia Level 4, 100 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne, Victoria 3205To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/222782 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

QATAR, UAE, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - A prominent financial institution in Qatar has undergone a major digital transformation, significantly enhancing customer experience and maintaining its competitive edge in the banking industry. At the core of this transformation is a cutting-edge mobile banking app designed for seamless account management, money transfers, bill payments, and mobile wallet services. This app features a user-friendly interface and robust security measures, ensuring that customers have convenient and secure access to their financial services anytime and anywhere.Additionally, advanced chatbot solutions and AI-driven virtual assistants offer immediate support and personalized product recommendations, further enriching the overall customer experience. The organization has also streamlined its internal operations by automating critical back-office tasks such as loan processing and document management. This automation not only boosts operational efficiency but also promotes greater financial inclusion by making banking services accessible to a broader audience. By embracing cutting-edge technology and innovation, the institution continues to set the standard for digital banking in Qatar, underscoring its commitment to providing sophisticated, effective, and accessible banking solutions.These digital transformations are directly contributing to Qatar's Vision 2030, which aims to build a knowledge-based economy driven by innovation and technological advancement. By enhancing financial services through digitalization, the institution is playing a crucial role in fostering economic development, improving financial literacy, and ensuring that the benefits of digital banking reach all segments of the population.Our upcoming Digital Transformation Summit Qatar is poised to further support Vision 2030 by bringing together industry leaders, technology experts, and policymakers to share insights, strategies, and innovations. The summit will facilitate discussions on how digital transformation can continue to drive economic growth, enhance public services, and improve quality of life. By providing a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange, the summit will help pave the way for achieving the ambitious goals set out in Vision 2030.Overview of the event: Qatar has actively pursued digital transformation to modernise its economy and enhance public service delivery. Significant investments in technology infrastructure and initiatives have boosted efficiency and productivity across sectors. Despite challenges like cybersecurity, data privacy, and developing skilled human capital, Qatar's digital efforts align with its 2030 National Vision of sustainable growth and high living standards. The 31st Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit will guide businesses on best practices for engaging users across endpoints, enabling them to embrace digital transformation for efficient and sustainable operations. These ongoing efforts will positively shape Qatar's future.Who will attend?Berthold Trenkel-Advisor To Chairman-Qatar Tourism.Dr. Mohamed Elhindi-Chief Information Officer-Hamad Bin Khalifa University.Fethi Filali-Director Of Technology & Research (CTO)-Qatar Mobility Innovations Center-QMIC.Dr. Ali Al Sanousi-Executive Director-Clinical Information Systems-Hamad Medical Corporation.Max Renault-Director-Innovations In Global Precision Health,Weill Cornell Medicine.The event will cover topics like:The Dynamic Shift in the digital World.Qatar's E- government Strategy.Qatar's Digital Initiative towards Future Mobility.Intelligence Automation to Drive the Next Wave of Transformation.Strengthening Cyber Posture and Cyber-resilience.For more information on the Digital Transformation Summit, click the: LinkAbout ExitoExito, which means success in Spanish, embodies our commitment to the success of our customers. Each year, we host over 240 virtual and in-person conferences globally, bringing together audiences with world-class thought leaders and C-level executives across industries. Our meticulously crafted agendas, based on extensive research and valuable industry insights, facilitate business, knowledge transfer, deal flow, and impactful messaging for brands.For Media Enquiries, contact:Kasturi Nayak (Sr. Marketing Executive)Kasturi.nayak@exito-e.comEnquiry@exito-e.comExito Media Concepts Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SEOUL, S.KOREA, Sept 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA), in partnership with the Korean Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), held Korea in View @BCWW on 29 August to much success, hosting over 300 delegates at COEX, as part of the 3-day global broadcasting content convention.The conference opened with a special welcome address by Eun Young Kang, Director of the Broadcast & Advertisement Policy Division, Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, before going deep into insights on the next chapter of the Korean content boom and how the industry could emerge from this “correction period”.For Marianne Lee, Chief of Content Acquisition and Development, Viu, the correction period was driven by the increase in production costs which had jumped four-fold in the last decade, and it was crucial for the industry to work collectively to optimize monetization and keep pace with costs in order to recover as quickly as possible.Hyun Park, CEO, Alquimista Media, was confident that if Korea and the broader Asia region produced great content, it could fill a void in the streaming world that was not being supplied by the US due the events that had occurred over the last years, including the pandemic and the Hollywood strikes.“Streaming has democratized content in a significant way, and viewers are voting for Asian content, with 14b hours of Asian content consumed globally in 2023,” said Vivek Couto, Managing and Executive Director, Media Partners Asia. Asian titles also drove 80% of premium video engagement and acquisition in APAC, with Korean content particularly significant in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, driving over 30% of viewership and contributing up to 30% in viewer acquisition.Couto also added that Korea was just in the “second innings” in the streaming industry, with the pace of change far more significant in the advertising space. And in a market like Korea, with most consumers having 2 – 3 subscriptions per household, there was an opportunity to replicate the pay TV bundle and grow the pie through that.Discussing the resilience of linear TV, Ana Bautista, Head of Strategy – Asia, BBC Studios, also said that establishing connections, relationships and deeper partnerships to understand each other’s needs and where the market was headed was key, particularly in Asia and Korea. While Changhoon Lee, Head of Media & Content Business Unit, SK Broadband, opined that the lack of personalization was a key issue the industry was facing from the IPTV perspective, but this offered an opportunity to transform into an AI media platform which would make it more competitive against the streaming giants.The significant growth of streaming has not, however, seen a corresponding increase in advertising revenue. “Measurement is the underpinning currency and determines where the dollars will go, “said Chris Mottershead, Commercial Director - JAPAC, Publica. But with various constituents having differing objectives and levels of data all held within their own walled gardens, it remained a problem for the industry. On a more optimistic note, Mottershead added “We are starting to see a closing of the loop,” with a unifying of data across the viewing journey, from linear TV to IP and streaming.Korea in View is proudly sponsored by Lead Sponsor Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency; Gold Sponsors Publica and TV5Monde; Silver Sponsor Invidi and Official Partner Korean Creative Content Agency (KOCCA).Visit the media gallery for photos from the 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.About KOCCAThe Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) is South Korea's leading government agency that oversees the advancement of Korean creative content, both domestically and internationally. KOCCA covers a wide range of Korea's creative industries, including gaming, animation, character licensing, music, fashion, and broadcasting. KOCCA actively advances these industries via production support, marketing and promotion, global expansion abroad, human capital development, and cultural technology implementation.For media enquiries and additional background information, please contact:Charmaine KwanHead of Marketing and CommunicationsEmail: charmaine@avia.orgWebsite: www.avia.org |LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/asiavideoia |Twitter: @AsiaVideoIADisclaimer: The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MUMBAI, INDIA, Sept 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - InfoComm India 2024, the premier professional audiovisual (Pro AV) and integrated experience solutions event in India, concluded its tenth in-person edition at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) on 5 September with resounding success. The show recorded 10,867 unique business attendees, marking a 17% increase compared to the previous edition.Multifaceted Success Growth StoryImportantly, InfoComm India 2024 saw a significant surge in visitor interest to spend more time at the show, with an 80% increase in same-show return visitors compared to the last edition. Nearly 30% of visitors are technology end users – a 5% growth compared to 2023. Almost 50% of visitors hold managerial positions or higher or directly influence technical and purchasing decisions. The rise in highly engaged attendees, with high purchasing authority, and increased time spent at the show underscores not only InfoComm India’s growing relevance in India’s Pro AV market but also aligns with the country’s thriving economy and increasing adoption of cutting-edge technologies across various market sectors and industries. InfoComm India 2024's success is a testament to the immense potential and opportunities the Indian market holds for the Pro-AV industry.“The Indian market is one of the most important markets for us,” shared David McKinney, Managing Director of Generation AV, a new exhibitor at the show. “We have attended past InfoComm India editions (as visitors) and we saw so many opportunities here. Coming off the back of a successful InfoComm Asia in Bangkok in July, we have high hopes to show off our brands and technology to our customers in India.”InfoComm India 2024 was a vibrant hub of activity where visitors explored the future of Pro AV technology, connected with exhibitors, and participated in experiential activities.“There isn’t any platform like InfoComm India that showcases the best of Pro AV solutions,” enthused Devi M A, General Manager of Samsung. He added, “We’ve had a great experience over the last three days because we’ve had many end users and potential customers, signifying huge opportunities building up for us.”Durai Kandasamy, Managing Director and CEO of first-time exhibitor NeoTouch, expressed his gratitude to the show, “We were visitors to InfoComm India for many years. Now that we are here as an exhibitor is a proud moment for us, being able to position our brand in a different orbit and participate alongside international brands.”Advanced Pro AV Technology and Solutions for a Future-Ready Digital EraInfoComm India served as a launchpad for leading solution providers to debut their latest products and solutions, thereby helping to shape the future of the Pro AV industry in India. With some 250 global and emerging exhibitors and brands, including more than 30 new participants, and over 30 product launches – including new-at-show and new-in-Asia debuts – the show treated visitors to a plethora of innovations applicable to diverse industries. From immersive displays and innovative audio systems to integrated experiences and smart solutions, InfoComm India 2024 provided a glimpse into the transformative power of Pro AV in various sectors, including corporate, education, live events and entertainment, smart urban planning, hospitality, and retail.Ashish Bajaj, Director of Enterprise Sales – India and SAARC of Harman, shared why InfoComm India is a valuable platform for solution providers like Harman, “We saw all our customers, users, and partners for the installation market at the show. This market is huge in India and it’s growing rapidly.”Constantly seeking to explore opportunities in various solution segments, return exhibitor ViewSonic shared that it has received many good connections every time the brand exhibits at the show. A marketing representative from ViewSonic summed up, “If you want to experience the future of technology, you have to visit InfoComm India.”Innovative products and solutions filled the InfoComm India show floor, dazzling visitors with the latest technology to propel their business success.High-Value Attendees Actively Seeking SolutionsInfoComm India welcomed 76 qualified high-value buyers from all over India. These buyers actively seeking solutions for their ongoing projects come from various high-growth sectors that the Show organizers specially identified, including smart city and urban development, education, live events and entertainment, and healthcare. Through a specially curated Guided Show Floor Tour and pre-show business matching exercise with the exhibitors, the show gave the buyers a comprehensive look at the latest and innovative Pro AV offerings relevant to their specific project needs.Hosted Invited Guests include: National Informatics Centre, India; Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation; National Institute for Smart Government; Honeywell; Agra Smart City; Ramoji Film City; and more.“InfoComm India allowed me to discover more companies, new technologies, and the attributes that can help me refine and improve our future procurement process,” remarked Invited Guest Anand Menon, Project Planning and Management Specialist from AGRA Smart City, at the end of his visit. "The guided tour was particularly helpful, offering a focused overview of the booths and technologies most relevant to my project needs."Other high-profile vertical market end users who visited InfoComm India 2024 included:Kerala State IT MissionCentral Public Works Department, IndiaIndian Space Research OrganisationGovernment of Gujarat, IndiaReliance IndustriesAdani GroupAditya Birla GroupTata GroupMahindra & MahindraOberoi GroupBharat Petroleum CorporationAmazon Development CenterBank of AmericaBarclaysCentral Bank of IndiaMaharashtra University of Health SciencesSardar Patel Institute of Technology, MumbaiThe Indian HotelsZee EntertainmentSRSG Broadcast India With a wide range of innovative solutions on displays, the show also attracted large delegations of leading AV and tech channel professionals, including system integrators and consultants like:3CDN Workplace TechActis TechnologiesAccenture SolutionsActis TechnologiesActive AV TechnologiesAllwave AV SystemDiversified AV IndiaInfosysHCL TechnologiesGenesis IT InnovationsTech MahindraHavi Design IndiaWiproVEGA GlobalVelocis SystemsQubix TechnologiesRhino EngineersSigma AVIT Technology SolutionJasline Tay, Regional Sales Head, APAC for BARCO, shared that InfoComm India is her favourite among the Pro AV tradeshows. She believes the Indian market currently provides abundant business opportunities for the well-established BARCO brand.Knowledge-packed Summit ProgramThe InfoComm India 2024 Summit, led by 98 renowned industry experts and thought leaders, was a masterclass in navigating the evolving Pro AV and technology landscape. The attending 2,159 summit delegates (1.2 times more than the last edition, which saw 1,777 delegates) gained valuable insights into critical topics across 14 specialized tracks and 50 sessions ranging from immersive storytelling to the permeation of blended learning across India’s educational system to cybersecurity and AI.The real learning happened beyond the slides as InfoComm India Summit delegates demonstrated they were a community of thinkers and enjoyed meaningful exchanges with industry visionaries.Beyond the Booths: Immersive Experiences and Special EventsInfoComm India 2024 went beyond product displays on the show floor; it provided numerous engaging activities like the New Product & Technology Guided Show Floor Tour, the Multisensory Immersive Experience co-presented with MSS World + Studio Ocupus, and a host of networking events that facilitated meaningful interactions amongst AV system integrators, solution providers and brands, and technology end users. Experiential learning is front and center at InfoComm India; attendees were treated to a multisensory immersive experience and curated guided show floor tours highlighting new launches and the latest technological advancements.When asked what InfoComm India meant to his business, Swadesh Khetawat, Managing Director, Green Sources, said, “InfoComm India gave us a robust platform to showcase our innovative solutions, significantly boosting our visibility and market presence. The networking opportunities also facilitated several strategic partnerships, enhancing our distribution channels and market reach,’ India - World's Fastest-Growing Pro AV MarketThe success of InfoComm India 2024 reflects the robust growth of the Pro AV market in India. According to the 2024 Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA) by AVIXA, India is the fastest-growing Pro AV market in the Asia Pacific region, with annual revenue projected to reach 422 billion in 2029.InfoComm India’s 100% rebooked 2025 show floor reflects the overwhelming optimism within the Indian market. The show’s achievement this year highlights InfoComm India's pivotal role in driving the industry's growth and innovation, establishing it as the region's leading platform for showcasing cutting-edge Pro AV technologies and fostering collaboration.Show Organizer InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd is already looking ahead to its 2025 edition and is considering further enhancements to include even more brands and companies that are keen to take advantage of this incredible opportunity. InfoComm India 2025 will take place from 9 to 11 September 2025 at JWCC.For the latest show updates, visit InfoComm India at www.infocomm-india.com. To access this year’s show photos and more press info, go to Digital Press Kit For more InfoComm India 2024 show photos, go to Live Album.About InfoCommAsia Pte LtdInfoCommAsia Pte. Ltd. is the region’s preeminent organizer of tradeshows for the Professional AudioVisual (Pro-AV) and Transformative Solutions industries. Through industry-leading shows for Asia, China, and India, InfoCommAsia connects global and regional solution providers, vertical market end-users and the supply chain with the most important markets of Asia Pacific.Additional information is available at: infocomm-china.com | infocomm-india.com | infocomm-asia.com About AVIXAAVIXA is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry. Established in 1939, AVIXA has more than 3,000 enterprise members representing over 20,000 AV professionals, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, consultants, programmers, live events companies, technology managers, content producers, and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries. AVIXA members create integrated AV experiences that deliver outcomes for end users. AVIXA is a hub for professional collaboration, information, and community, and is the leading resource for AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership. Visit www.avixa.org. Media Contact Information: Rest of the World Angie Eng, Marketing Director InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd angieeng@infocommasia.com India Sooraj Dhawansooraj@falconfirst.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- The inaugural Hong Kong Shopping Festival, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully in August with total impressions exceeding 90 million on e-commerce discussion forums and official website- The festival helped local SMEs increase brand awareness and gain practical experience in expanding into the mainland market via e-commerce. Hong Kong companies received numerous enquiries and orders from potential customers during the event- The event collaborated with more than 30 renowned mainland KOLs on three major e-commerce platforms, with live-streaming e-commerce promotions for more than 60 Hong Kong brands, demonstrating mainland consumers’ strong confidence in the city’s goods- The HKTDC is actively preparing for the next edition of the Hong Kong Shopping Festival to help more local SMEs enter the mainland e-commerce marketHONG KONG, Sept 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Shopping Festival, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and fully supported by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), concluded successfully in late August, helping local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increase brand awareness and gain practical experience in expanding into the mainland market via e-commerce channels. The event received an enthusiastic response, with more than 90 million impressions on e-commerce discussion forums and official website.Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR Government, said: "The global e-commerce market continues to grow rapidly. In particular, the mainland has been the leading online retail market for 11 consecutive years, becoming an engine of growth for Hong Kong SMEs to expand their businesses. The HKSAR Government put forward a number of initiatives in the 2023 Policy Address to encourage and assist local SMEs in developing e-commerce businesses and seizing market opportunities. We are delighted that the inaugural Hong Kong Shopping Festival was well received and gained the robust support of local businesses, motivating more SMEs to participate in e-commerce businesses. The Government will continue to support SMEs through various measures, including the SME Export Marketing Fund and ‘E-commerce Easy’, so as to encourage SMEs to upgrade and restructure their operations and develop e-commerce businesses, thereby promoting the development of new quality productive forces.”Stephen Liang, Assistant Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “The inaugural Hong Kong Shopping Festival has concluded after a successful one-month run, providing local SMEs with a practical platform to master the art of e-commerce. The event has also significantly enhanced SMEs’ brand awareness, building a solid foundation for their future development in the mainland e-commerce market. Following the event, many SMEs have expressed interest in participating in future Hong Kong Shopping Festivals, demonstrating their strong interest in the e-commerce sector and willingness to tap into the enormous potential of the mainland market. This positive response has given us the impetus to organise the event again next year.”Throughout August, the HKTDC, led by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, collaborated with celebrities and influencers to promote the Hong Kong Shopping Festival through various strategically planned digital marketing channels, including Xiaohongshu, Douyin, Taobao, JD and others, boosting visits to the official website and, in turn, to the SMEs’ own online stores.Understanding live-streaming and other techniques in mainland marketDuring the festival, several SMEs kickstarted live-streaming e-commerce in the mainland market, including Markwill Solutions Limited, the exclusive distributor of Gold Energy Snail Synergy, a Korean skincare and cosmetic brand, in Hong Kong. The company applied to run promotions on JD as the starting point. “The procedures were slightly complex, but luckily the HKTDC was on hand to help,” said Markwill Solutions Manager Man Leung.As a beginner in the mainland e-commerce field, Mr Leung watched numerous live-streaming sessions to explore the broadcast style of KOLs, learn the industry jargon and understand the discount strategies in the mainland market. He found out that while the popular term in Hong Kong is “buy 2 get 1 free”, the mainland market uses terms such as “expected paid price”, which was completely new to him. He also became aware that a key factor in driving sales of skincare and cosmetic products is the location of consumers.“The weather in the southern, middle and northern regions [of Mainland China] is different, as is the people’s need for cosmetics,” Mr Leung said. He also noticed that the KOLs who partnered with the brand were all from the northern regions, while customers were mainly from the northern and central regions. This made him realise the importance of the company conducting more research into how regional and seasonal factors could influence the shopping desires of customers.Cross International Limited runs First Edible Nest, which sells dried seafood. The company had already begun exploring e-commerce, hiring KOLs to conduct live-streaming sessions in the mainland market since the pandemic in 2020. However, owing to its limited budget, the company found it hard to invite renowned KOLs to work with them. “This time, the HKTDC was able to connect us with top-tier KOLs,” said Manager Eddy Lo. During the festival period, six live-streaming sessions on Tmall and Douyin were conducted. “Two of the sessions on Tmall were excellent, generating RMB300,000 in revenue. I was pleased with the sales figures.” Kiu Fung Hong Limited, which sells food products such as potato chips, also achieved encouraging sales figures during the Hong Kong Shopping Festival. CEO Ellis Wong said the company had been selling its products on JD. When it came to the Hong Kong Shopping Festival in August, “comparing our average monthly orders from January to July, the August orders soared by 135 times,” he said. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the promotions run during the festival and Mr Wong said he hoped the event could be held regularly to continue the momentum. He encouraged other SMEs to participate in the next Hong Kong Shopping Festival to gain experience in how to develop the mainland market via e-commerce channels.Promotion boost online impressions, influencers showcase Hong KongThe Hong Kong Shopping Festival promoted online-offline integration with 10 million impressions on the Xiaohongshu platform. The Hong Kong Shopping Festival partnered with a diverse group of celebrities and influencers for engaging promotional activities, with the likes of Moses Chan, Grace Chan, Kenneth Ma and Hu Ke adding vibrancy to the event. In addition, more than 30 renowned mainland KOLs, including Li Jiaqi and Chen Jie Kiki, conducted over 30 live-streaming e-commerce sessions on three major platforms, endorsing over 60 brands by planting seeds to boost brand awareness. Influencers also showcased Hong Kong's cultural customs, distinctive foods and urban landscapes through offline city walks, drawing significant interest and generating discussions. Food and health supplement products garnered particular attention during the promotional campaign, reflecting the strong confidence of mainland consumers in the reputation and quality assurance of Hong Kong goods.The Hong Kong Shopping Festival aligns with a measure in the 2023 Policy Address to assist Hong Kong's SMEs in expanding into the Mainland China market via e-commerce channels with the slogan “Unveiling a New Lifestyle, Curated by Hong Kong". “Unveiling a New Lifestyle” refers to launching new products in the market and the aspiration to enrich people's lives through these products. “Curated by Hong Kong”, meanwhile, reflects the meticulously selected quality products from Hong Kong that are being made available to mainland consumers.The first Hong Kong Shopping Festival gathered more than 230 brands, showcasing 500 products and exclusive discounts in six major categories: apparel and accessories, personal care and cosmetics, home and living, classic food, smart gadgets and health supplements. The event not only helped Hong Kong’s SMEs leverage the customer base and traffic on mainland e-commerce platforms and increase brand awareness, but also helped them gain practical experience in how to expand into the huge mainland e-commerce market.Hong Kong Shopping Festival Website: https://bit.ly/4fR29clPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4dUZvBdThe Hong Kong Shopping Festival invited renowned Mainland China KOLs to host live-streaming e-commerce sessions, resulting in a very enthusiastic response.The inaugural Hong Kong Shopping Festival, organised by the HKTDC, achieved total impressions of more than 90 million on e-commerce discussion forums and official website.HKSAR Financial Secretary Paul Chan showed his support in a promotional video to promote the Hong Kong Shopping Festival. Media enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes Yiu Tel: (852) 3428 5690 Email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkTiffany Leung Tel: (852) 3428 2361 Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgSunny Ng Tel: (852) 2584 4357 Email: sunny.sl.ng@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout 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.

Three new wholly owned licenses awarded covering 1,377km2 on Australia's main porphyry copper-gold geological province and named the Nyngan West, Nyngan South and Nevertire South projectsDoubles Kincora's position on the Macquarie Arc's Northern Junee-Narromine Belt (NJNB) and provides continuous landholding along >100km strike of the ArcConsolidates the immediate extensions of the Nyngan and Nevertire projects held in earn-in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti Australia (AngloGold Ashanti)AngloGold Ashanti has the right to spend up to A$50 million to earn a 80% interest in the Nyngan and Nevertire projectsNevertire South is the most advanced exploration stage porphyry project within the NJNB district hosting a confirmed Phase 4 Macquarie Arc intrusive complex with broad and open zones of anomalous copper and gold mineralisationDiscussions with potential technical and funding partners progressingFleet Space Technologies Pty Ltd's (Fleet Space) Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) and gravity geophysical surveys are ongoing and progressing well at the Nyngan projectThe first ever copper-gold focused drilling program at the northern portion of the Nyngan project will shortly commence with earn-in partner AngloGold Ashanti testing a new district scale with up to eight large intrusive complex targets to be drilled before year endMelbourne, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - September 9, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (ASX: KCC) (TSXV: KCC) (KCC, Kincora or the Company) is pleased have been awarded the Nyngan West, Nyngan South and Nevertire South projects located within the northern under cover extensions of the Macquarie Arc, in central west NSW, Australia.Sam Spring, President and CEO of Kincora commented: "Kincora's strategy to create shareholder value is through obtaining the best ground, concluding commercial deals and making large scale copper-gold discoveries. Recently we have attracted four industry partners and unlocked up to A$60m of multi-year funding.We are very pleased to have opportunistically secured three bolt-on new projects covering 1,377km2 with clear scale potential and strategic value, now providing Kincora a continuous north-south strike extent of over 100km in the NJNB.This new ground is adjacent to and on the interpreted extensions of the Nyngan and Nevertire projects where maiden partner funded ground geophysical surveys are already ongoing with Fleet Space, and maiden drilling activities are shortly ramping up in partnership with and funded by AngloGold Ashanti at Nyngan.The Company and our existing partners are very excited to commence the first ever copper-gold exploration across potentially the largest volcano-intrusive complex of the Macquarie Arc at northern Nyngan, which offers new district scale potential.Kincora continues to build and advance our project pipeline, exploring further partnerships. In particular, securing the advanced and highly prospective Nevertire South ground in our view significantly enhances our Nevertire project and NJNB portfolio."New wholly owned projects Pegged as open ground, Kincora has been awarded new exploration licenses covering a total of 1,377km2 (100% ownership) including the Nyngan West, Nyngan South and Nevertire South projects - see Figures 1 to 3.The new licenses are opportunistic new bolt-on projects with clear scale and value path, doubling Kincora's land position in the NBJB. The NBJB is one of the two major volcanic belts of the Macquarie Arc, where regional magnetics has proven to be effective in mapping the key belts and major intrusive complexes.The new licenses provide Kincora a continuous north-south strike extent of over 100km in the interpreted shallow to moderate depth sections of the under cover extension of the Macquarie Arc. The new licenses also consolidate the extensions of intrusive complex targets included in the existing earn-in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti.Regional geophysics strongly indicates that Kincora's Nyngan license has the potential to host the largest volcano-intrusive complex of the Macquarie Arc, which is currently almost untested with drilling to commence within the month in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti.Kincora's portfolio and the wider NJNB offers new district-scale discovery potential with spatial and temporal settings, coupled with magnetics, gravity and new ANT surveys, supportive of large-scale targets analogous to porphyry deposits located in the southern section of the Macquarie Arc which host an existing >160Moz gold equivalent endowment (see Figure 2) 1.To help emphasis the true new district scale potential of the Company's NJNB portfolio, the total AngloGold Ashanti earn-in and Kincora wholly owned project portfolio now covers a strike length that is twice that of the rapidly emerging Vicuña porphyry district (see Figure 2).Within the Vicuña district, NGEx Resources Inc in 2009 held three early-stage exploration projects that, at the time, supported a market capitalisation of approximately C$40 million 2. These same projects are all still at a pre-development phase but have yielded four large-scale discoveries currently valued at over C$8.5 billion after the corporate transactions involving BHP and Lundin Mining last month 2, 3.Of particular note, the new Nevertire South project (962km2) is considered highly prospective and consolidates the ~8 x 12km Nevertire Magmatic Complex, the northern third held in Kincora's existing partnership with AngloGold Ashanti (see the insert in Figure 2).Prior explorer drilling at the southern section of the Nevertire Magmatic Complex (within the Nevertire South project) has returned anomalous copper-gold mineralisation, favourable fertility defined by green rock analysis, geochemical zonation and alteration suggestive of an outer porphyry system setting with age dates confirming a highly prospective Phase 4 Macquarie Arc intrusive complex (at approximately 220m depth down hole). This supports Nevertire South being the most advanced porphyry project within the NJNB district (see Figure 4), situated under potentially only 100 metres of cover and enhancing the value of the adjacent Nevertire project.Kincora has recently secured three prior exploration drill holes from the Nevertire South project with relogging planned as discussions with potential technical and funding partners progress.About the NJNB Project PortfolioThe Macquarie Arc is Australia's premier porphyry copper-gold province and the undercover extensions of the Arc are a globally significant exploration opportunity offering new district(s) scale discovery potential. The region has recently attracted five major earn-in/option and joint venture agreements supporting potentially over $300 million in exploration and development expenditure, including the recent option and joint venture agreements between Gold Fields and privately owned Gold & Copper Resources 4.The most recent notable example of a new emerging globally significant porphyry district is the Vicuña district in the central Andes in Argentina on the border of Chile, which is largely consolidated by Lundin group entities and BHP and situated at over 4000m altitude. Within this district NGEx Resources Inc in 2009 held three early stage exploration projects and at the time had a market capitalisation of approximately C$40 million. These same projects are all still at a pre-development phase but have yielded in four large-scale discoveries currently valued at over C$8.5 billion (see Figure 2).Regional geophysics strongly indicates that the largest sections of the Macquarie Arc still remain untested under post mineral cover within the NJNB. Kincora was the early entrant securing a district scale position in the interpreted shallow to moderate covered core sections of this region by pegging Nyngan and Nevertire (covering now 939 km2).Post securing AngloGold Ashanti as a partner for the Nyngan and Nevertire projects, Kincora has opportunistically secured (on a 100% ownership basis) the Nyngan West, Nyngan South and Nevertire South projects (covering 1,377 km2) which are viewed as hosting shallow to moderate covered sections of the targeted Macquarie Arc and the extensions of intrusive complex targets included in the existing earn-in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti.Kincora seeks to continue to systematically advance its project pipeline within the under cover extension of the Macquarie Arc and bring in funding and technical partners.About the AngloGold Ashanti PartnershipKincora has an initial multiple-phase Earn-in and Joint Venture Agreement with AngloGold Ashanti for the Nyngan and Nevertire licenses 5.AngloGold has the right to spend up to A$50 million to earn a 80% interest through:A$25 million of exploration expenditure to earn a 70% joint venture interest (Phase I) including a minimum A$2 million expenditure obligation, with Kincora the initial operator for a 10% management fee.Completion of a Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) or funding of a further $25 million of expenditure to earn a 80% joint venture interest (Phase II).Under the agreement a wide range of untested large intrusive-related copper-gold targets will be drill tested seeking to confirm the potential for a new district of copper-gold porphyry system complexes.AngloGold Ashanti is the world's fourth largest gold miner by production with a successful track record for new Greenfield discovery success. Within the Macquarie Arc, AngloGold Ashanti has secured Earn-in and Joint Venture Agreements with both Kincora and Inflection Resources (Inflection, ticker "AUCU.CSE") covering greater than 8,000km2 in the NJNB.Subject to permitting, access and weather conditions Kincora and AngloGold Ashanti's first drilling program is anticipated to commence within the month. The program seeks to test new district-scale potential with up to eight large intrusive complex targets to be drill-tested for the first time in this initial first phase program. Approximately 6 to 8 drill holes for an estimated 4000-5000 metres are budgeted to be complete before the summer break 6.Figure 1: The new Nyngan West, Nyngan South and Nevertire South projects are adjacent to and the interpreted extensions of the Nyngan and Nevertire projects where maiden partner funded ground geophysical surveys are already on-going with Fleet Space and maiden drilling activities are shortly ramping up in partnership with and funded by the AngloGold Ashanti earn-in agreement for the Nyngan projectKincora continues to secure the best ground, do deals and drill, testing targets that offer Tier-1 copper-gold scale potentialRecently in the district there have been earn-in/option and joint venture agreements focused on porphyry exploration by AngloGold Ashanti (with Kincora and Inflection Resources), Gold Fields (with Gold & Copper), FMG (with Magmatic) and S2 Resources (with Legacy Minerals) supporting potentially over $300 million in exploration expenditureTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/222613_aac1627684c97809_001full.jpgFigure 2: Kincora's portfolio in the Northern Junee-Narromine Belt (including in partnership AngloGold Ashanti and Kincora wholly owned ground) now covers a continuous strike of over 100km, twice that of the rapidly emerging Vicuña porphyry districtKincora and its partners are seeking to confirm new district scale potential of the under cover extensions of the Macquarie Arc, which in the out/sub-cropping sections of the Arc host multiple world-class mines and a metal endowment of over 160M oz gold equivalentTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/222613_aac1627684c97809_002full.jpgFigure 3: Kincora has recently secure three prior explorer drill holes for the Nevertire South project with relogging planned as discussions with potential technical and funding partners progressKincora has recently obtained from the Cadia mine site diamond core farm three prior Newcrest drill holes, one of which confirms a highly prospective Phase 4 Macquarie Arc intrusive complex. These are in addition to other earlier holes being available at the WB Clarke Geoscience Centre Londonderry drillcore library.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/222613_aac1627684c97809_003full.jpgAbout Fleet Space Technologies Partnership In July 2024, Kincora formed an initial partnership with Fleet Space for a three phase ANT and gravity geophysical survey at the Nyngan project 7. These surveys commenced in early August, are ongoing and progressing well.The initial ANT survey is planned to cover an area of approximately 35 km2 across the northern Nyngan license area with a proposed infill area of approximately 9 km2. Similar to other Fleet Space surveys in the district, the ANT velocity model is anticipated to image down to 1900m depth with the ground gravity surveys to provide the first cover-corrected gravity dataset in the area.The rapid turnaround from completion of the surveys to interpretation of results is enabled by the real-time ANT data acquisition capabilities of Fleet Space's end-to-end mineral exploration solution, ExoSphere. Utilising Fleet Space's proprietary satellite constellation, ExoSphere's smart seismic sensors (Geodes) transmit high-quality 3D ANT data from the project to the satellites which is then processed into actionable insights in real-time. Leveraging the benefits of satellite connectivity, rapid 3D subsurface imaging, and AI - ExoSphere streamlines data acquisition, processing, integration and interpretation while optimising data quality to enhance the precision of drill hole targeting.Fleet Space is Australia's leading space company and is seeking to revolutionise humanity's search for critical minerals, space exploration, and defence with its satellite-enabled solutions and AI-powered, end-to-end mineral exploration technology, ExoSphere.ExoSphere's end-to-end architecture unlocks new insights and predictive capabilities at every stage of the exploration journey to streamline operations, optimise success rates, and enable explorers to allocate resources to opportunities faster while minimising environmental footprint.Figure 4: New Intrusive Complex pipeline in the Macquarie ArcThe Phases, Pipeline and Partnerships to Discovery: Gold & Copper, Kincora, Inflection, Alkane, FMG, Magmatic, Talisman & S2 all drillingTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/2305/222613_aac1627684c97809_004full.jpg1 Magmatic Resources, Project in partnership with FMG - March 8, 2024 press release2 Kincora Secures New Strategic Ground On Australia's Premier Porphyry Copper-Gold Province - September 9 2024 release3 Inflection Resources, Provides drilling update from Phase 1 Exploration Program -July 31 2024 release4 Magmatic Resources, Gold-copper footprint expands significantly at Lady Ilse - July 24, 2024 release5 Alkane Resources, NMPP Regional Exploration Update - June 21, 20246 Inflection Resources, Project in Stage II partnership with AngloGold - May 2, 2024 release7 Kincora Copper, AngloGold Ashanti to earn-in to the NJNB Project - May 28, 2024 release8 S2 Resources, Drilling Commences Targeting Porphyry Cu-Au at Glenlogan - July 18, 2024 release9 Kincora Copper, New Major, Completely Unexplored Porphyry Complex Secured - June 3, 2024 release10 Talisman Mining, Acquires the Yarindury Porphyry Cu-Au Project, NSW - August 5, 2024 release Leveraging Fleet's satellite network in low Earth orbit, smart seismic sensors enabled with edge computing, and rapid data processing. ExoSphere delivers real-time 3D mapping of mineral systems and AI-powered drill targeting with near-zero environmental impact. This process enables a faster and more efficient end-to-end data journey, making exploration activities more dynamic and precise by giving onsite teams access to actionable insights in real-time.In the last quarter, Barrick Gold announced their partnership with Fleet Space to survey copper porphyry complexes and groundwater systems across 1,150km² of the world-class Reko Diq project 8.Fleet Space and Inflection also conducted the world's largest real-time ANT copper survey across 1818 km² and built an AI-powered district scale copper prospectivity map 9. The new targets generated by ExoSphere led AngloGold Ashanti to accelerate their Exploration Agreement and drilling with Inflection 10.ExoSphere's rapid global adoption has propelled Fleet Space's exponential recent growth, including a A$50 million Series C funding round, a doubling of its valuation to A$350 million, plans to send a lunar variant of ExoSphere's Geode to the Moon in 2026, and recognition as Australia's fastest growing company by the Australian Financial Review (2023).For more information please visit Fleet Space's website at https://www.fleetspace.com.About Kincora Kincora Copper is dual listed on the ASX and TSX-V (ticker "KCC") and is an active explorer and project generator focused on world-class copper-gold discoveries. The Company has recently executed four agreements that unlock up to A$60 million in multiple year partner funding. Further new projects that offer a clear value path and targeted partnerships are proposed.Kincora's portfolio includes district scale landholdings and scalable drill-ready targets in both Australia and Mongolia's leading porphyry belts, the Macquarie Arc and Southern Gobi, respectively.The Company is targeting initial exposure to 10,000m of drilling in the next 6-month before ramping up to over 30,000 metres pa of drilling.For more information please visit Kincora's website at www.kincoracopper.comReferences:1 Sourced from MinEx Consulting for Kincora2 NGEx Minerals Corporate Presentation (July 2024) and market values as at August 31, 2024 (from peer transactions and TSXV market capitalisation)3 Lundin Mining and BHP to Acquire Filo and Form a 50/50 Joint Venture to Progress the Filo del Sol and Josemaria Projects - BHP and Lundin Mining press releases July 29, 20244 Gold Fields H1 2024 Results - August 23, 20245 AngloGold Ashanti to earn-in to the NJNB Project - Kincora press release May 28, 20246 Kincora and AngloGold Ashanti's first drilling program - Kincora press release August 14, 20247ANT and Gravity Geophysical Surveys at the Nyngan Project - Kincora press release July 25, 20248 Fleet Space's Exosphere Enhances Barrick Gold's Data-Driven Copper Exploration at Reko Diq - Fleet Space press release July 9, 20249 Reimaging porphyry copper exploration using Exosphere: Ambient Noise Tomography from the Duck Creek project, Macquarie - Fleet Space and Inflection Case Study 202310 Inflection Resources Completes 1,800 Km2 Ambient Noise Tomography Survey Across Portfolio of Projects in New South Wales - Inflection release July 10, 2024This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763)For further information please contact:Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officersam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61431 329 345Executive office400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaTel: 1.604.283.1722Fax: 1.888.241.5996Subsidiary office AustraliaVista AustraliaLevel 4, 100 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne, Victoria 3205Qualified PersonThe scientific and technical information in this announcement was prepared in accordance with the standards of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum and National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") and was reviewed, verified and compiled by Kincora's staff under the supervision of Peter Leaman (M.Sc. Mineral Exploration, FAusIMM), Senior Vice-President of Exploration of Kincora, and John Holliday (BSc Hons, BEc, member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists), Non-Executive Director and Chairman of Kincora's Technical Committee, who are Qualified Persons for the purpose of NI 43-101. JORC Competent Person StatementInformation in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results, Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves are those that have been previously reported (with the original release referred to in this announcement), in the case of Mineral Resources or Ore Reserves the material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates have not materially changed, and have been reviewed and approved by John Holliday and Peter Leaman, who are Competent Persons under the definition established by JORC and has sufficient experience which is relevant to the style of mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaking to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the 'Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves'. John Holliday and Peter Leaman consents to the inclusion in this report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears. The review and verification process for the information disclosed herein for the Trundle, Fairholme, Nyngan, Nevertire and Condobolin projects have included the receipt of all material exploration data, results and sampling procedures of previous operators and review of such information by Kincora's geological staff using standard verification procedures.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information regarding Kincora contained herein may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Although Kincora believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Kincora cautions that actual performance will be affected by a number of factors, most of which are beyond its control, and that future events and results may vary substantially from what Kincora currently foresees. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration results, continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The information contained herein is stated as of the current date and is subject to change after that date. Kincora does not assume the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/222613 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Bandung, W Java, Indonesia, Sept 5, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 44th ASEAN Railway CEOs’ Conference (ARCEOs’ Conference) was successfully held in Bandung, Indonesia, from September 2-5, 2024. With the theme "Driving Sustainability with Digital Innovation," this year’s ARCEOs’ Conference focused on sustainable and eco-friendly railway development supported by digital transformation in safety and service aspects.Indonesia's Minister of Transportation Budi Karya Sumadi and delegates of 8 ASEAN railway operators share in the opening of The 44th ASEAN Railway CEOs' Conference (ARCEOs' Conference) in Bandung, Indonesia. Representing Indonesia, PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) (KAI) was appointed as the organizing committee for the ARCEOs' Conference, which was attended by seven other ASEAN railway operators including Keretapi Tanah Melayu (Malaysia), Vietnam Railways (Vietnam), Ministry of Public Works and Transport (Cambodia), Lao National Railways (Laos), Philippine National Railways (Philippines), Myanma Railways (Myanmar), and State Railway of Thailand (Thailand).ARCEOs' Conference delegates experience the first high-speed train in ASEAN, Whoosh In his address, Minister of Transportation of Republic of Indonesia Budi Karya Sumadi highlighted that Indonesia is currently experiencing significant growth in the railway sector with the operation of the first high-speed train in the ASEAN region, Whoosh."Moreover, in urban rail transportation, Indonesia is expanding its MRT network with ongoing construction, in addition to the Jabodebek LRT, and the latest is the Autonomous Rail Transit in Nusantara as the next capital city," he explained.The introduction of high-speed trains aims to advance transportation in Indonesia to enhance connectivity and the economy between Jakarta and Bandung through modern, eco-friendly mass transit.With the high-speed train, passengers need not worry about long travel times, as the Jakarta-Bandung route is covered in just 28 minutes, with a maximum speed reaching 350 km/h. Featuring more spacious and modern interiors, the high-speed train offers three classes with a total capacity of up to 601 passengers and dedicated spaces for the disabled.The event included several working group sessions to share best practices and discuss various issues ranging from the implementation of digital technology, railway human resource development, digital marketing, service transformation, to the application of high-tech railways like high-speed trains.KAI CEO Didiek Hartantyo stated that the goal of the 44th ARCEOs’ Conference is to strengthen relationships and cooperation among railway operators and industry stakeholders in ASEAN. Didiek emphasized that working together allows for achieving greater accomplishments and truly realizing the ASEAN spirit of mutual benefit, shared success, and resilience in facing various challenges."This year, our theme is 'Driving Sustainability with Digital Innovation.' We believe this theme stems from the global challenges we face, including the urgent need to address climate change, improve operational efficiency, and meet the growing demand for more sustainable transportation options. Additionally, advancements in technology and changes in customer demands play a significant role in shaping our focus," Didiek said.Delegates had the opportunity to experience the Whoosh train from Padalarang Station in Bandung, West Java, to Halim Station in Jakarta, followed by a tree planting activity. In addition to Whoosh, delegates had the chance to ride the Panoramic Train, designed to offer panoramic views along the journey with large windows on both sides.Furthermore, to support environmental sustainability and digital innovation, KAI deployed electric vehicles during the ARCEOs’ Conference, provided eco-friendly souvenirs, and used an app as an information platform throughout the event."We believe this conference will not only strengthen cooperation among railway operators but also promote sustainability and digital innovation in the spirit of ASEAN unity. Together, we can build a future where railways connect our nations and support ASEAN's growth and success," concluded Didiek.For more information, please contact: Anne Purba VP of Public Relations PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) Email: anne@kai.id Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MALANG, E. JAVA, Indonesia, Sept 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - An expert from the Faculty of Agriculture of Brawijaya University, Prof Arifin, has developed hybrid corn seeds for animal feed that have a higher yield and faster harvest cycle.Prof. Arifin, an agriculture specialist at Brawijaya University, has developed hybrid field corn seeds called 'Jagung Brawijaya Nusa.' (ANTARA/HO-Public relations, Brawijaya University)"If the average corn productivity is only 9 tons per hectare, using Brawijaya Nusa corn seeds could lead to a productivity increase of over 30 percent," Arifin explained to the media on Friday. Two types of hybrid seeds, namely Nusa 1 and Nusa 3, have been developed as part of the innovation. Both have higher productivity compared to regular corn seeds."Brawijaya Nusa corn seeds can produce up to 12.9 tons (of corn) per hectare and 13.7 tons per hectare compared to corn seeds in general, which are only 9 tons per hectare," he said. Initially, five types of seeds were proposed, but only two passed the release test by the Ministry of Agriculture. The seeds were found suitable for dry land areas, such as in NTT, particularly Sumba and Timor."NTT has the potential for growing corn, but its current productivity is significantly low. To meet the national average of 5.8 to 5.9 tons per hectare in the next few years, productivity is needed as it currently stands at only 2.3 tons per hectare.," he pointed out. Therefore, the innovative technology from the Maize Research Center (MRC) is expected to boost the national production of corn for animal feed.The development of hybrid seeds commenced in 2022 in NTT. Following this, Arifin and his team implemented the technology for seed production and cultivation among the local farmers. This year, the farmers started to see added value from the field corn seeds.Arifin emphasized the importance of partnering with the private sector to ensure the successful management of business operations involving seeds, varieties, and technology developed by the university. He highlighted the need to engage farmers in this collaboration for effective management.He added that the corn developed in NTT is a sweet and glutinous type of field corn. "We refer to it as field corn because 70 percent of it is used for cattle feed, but that doesn't mean it's unsuitable for human consumption. Similar to people in Africa, Indonesians rely on corn as a staple food, particularly in Madura and the eastern regions of the country," he explained.For more information, please click: https://ub.ac.idr Brawijaya University: https://prasetya.ub.ac.id Editor: A Malik Ibrahim, Copyright (c) ANTARA 2024 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 8, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The physical exhibitions of the 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12th Salon de TIME, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd, successfully concluded yesterday.Despite the fairs closing temporarily due to typhoon Yagi, businesses were still able to capture more opportunities as the organisers extended the opening hours for three of the five fair days. Buyers and exhibitors were also proactively encouraged to use the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model for business exchange.The physical exhibitions attracted some 17,000 buyers from 106 countries and regions. Global buyers from outside Hong Kong mainly came from Mainland China, Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, highlighting Hong Kong’s importance as a watch trading centre. The EXHIBITION+ hybrid model will enable exhibitors and buyers to enjoy extended business discussions until 14 September.Salon de TIME and CENTRESTAGE, HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were also fully open to the public for the first time. The public count for the events exceeded 15,000 visits. Watch and fashion enthusiasts were able to appreciate the pinnacle in craftsmanship and design and purchase their favourite items.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said: “The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME brought together over 700 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions. In addition to welcoming international buyers, this year’s Salon de TIME was fully open to the public for the first time, providing a one-stop sourcing platform and creating new business opportunities. Exhibitors were able to learn about customer preferences immediately, which will help strengthen product design and research and development, enhancing competitiveness in the future.”Ms Chong added: “An exciting line-up of mega events will captivate visitors this autumn. The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and the concurrent electronicAsia will be held on 13-16 October, followed by the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) on 27-30 October. The International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held from 29 October to 1 November. These fairs will be held under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, helping businesses capture new opportunities.”Survey uncovers promise in ASEAN and the Middle EastTo gauge watch and clock industry trends for next year, the HKTDC conducted an on-site survey, interviewing some 900 exhibitors and buyers on the market outlook and product trends.The survey found that 42% of respondents expect overall sales to grow over the next 12-24 months, while 47% expect sales to remain unchanged. Japan, Taiwan, Australia & Pacific Islands, and South Korea were seen as offering the best growth prospects over next two years among traditional markets, while ASEAN, the Middle East and India were seen as offering the most promising growth prospects over the next two years among emerging markets.In terms of product trends, 40% of respondents expected smartwatches to continue as the most popular watch category. Other respondents pointed to quartz analogue watches, cited as the most popular watch category by 17%, mechanical watches, cited by 15%, and digital watches, cited by 14%. When asked about watches with the highest growth potential, 46% of respondents cited smartwatches, 37% said fashion watches and 19% said leisure watches.Green Solutions Suppliers label debuts this yearIn recent years, more watch manufacturers have been using sustainable materials to make watches and watch straps. Amid the sustainability trend, the two fairs introduced Green Solutions Suppliers label this year to make sourcing easier for buyers. These labels were used by 30 exhibitors.Amy Chow, Vice President of Hong Kong exhibitor Gordon C & Co Ltd, said: “The Green Solutions Suppliers label helped attract buyers to our booth. Buyers from the Middle East and Southeast Asia were very interested in our eco-friendly watches. The business atmosphere is good this year. We expect that new orders at this year's exhibition will increase by 10-20% compared to last year. About 10-15% of new orders will be for environmentally friendly watches.”Armoura Designs Ltd, an Irish jewellery and watch company, has been using the hktdc.com Sourcing platform to find suppliers. Mr Stuart McGrath, the company’s Managing Director is impressed with the platform and has connected with various quality suppliers through it. He said: “This is my first time visiting the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair in person. I have found five watch suppliers for OEM projects and have also procured a green packaging solution from an exhibitor. The total value of these business deals is around US$110,000 (~HK$858,000). The EXHIBITION+ model enables me to source online and offline for more opportunities.”Ethos Limited is a retail chain for deluxe watches in India. Mohammad Sajjad, the company’s Assistant Vice President, visited the fairs to look for new brands. He said, “I have ordered sapphire watches and sapphire watch cases, stainless steel watches and automatic health indicator watches from three Hong Kong exhibitors. The order amount was around US$1.2 million (~HK$9.4 million). This time, I also used the Scan2Match function. It is a useful and resourceful tool. It helps record details of exhibitors of interest in a digital, eco-friendly manner.＂Ilona Remesova, Prime’s Purchasing Manager, a buyer from Czechia, said that she continued to contact exhibitors during the fairs’ temporary closure through HKTDC’s Click2Match smart business matching platform at her hotel and successfully arranged online meetings. She also returned to the venue when the exhibition reopened and continued the conversation with the exhibitors she contacted online before.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3zajKvpThe 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12th Salon de TIME drew to a successful close yesterday, attracting some 17,000 buyers from 106 countries and regions.The World Brand Piazza showcased 10 top-tier watch brands, captivating visitors.Salon de TIME was fully open to the public for the first time this year.The two fairs featured pavilions from Guangdong, Guangzhou and Taiwan, as well as South Korea (above), which returned after the pandemic.Swiss Independent Watchmaking Pavilion (SIWP), Francéclat and International Luxury Group (above) returned this year, presenting more international brands. During the watch fairs, the Hong Kong Tourism Board arranged a sightseeing tram tour on 3 September and a Wing Chun experience on 4 September, enhancing the experience for exhibition visitors.The Hong Kong International Watch Forum (above) and Asian Watch Conference invited various experts to discuss industry prospects, design trends and development strategies.The 41st HK Watch & Clock Design Competition featured an Open Group and a Student Group. Artist Benjamin Yuen served as a guest judge and attended the awards ceremony.An array of exciting activities took place during the fairs, including watch parades (above), a watch engraving demonstration and Smart Bidding. Fabulous prizes were also given out during lucky draws. Media enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395 Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.org Bubble Ma Tel: (852) 2584 4369Email: bubble.ma@hktdc.org WebsitesHong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: hkwatchfair.hktdc.comSalon de TIME: hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/teAbout 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. 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- This year’s event attracted renowned international brands, with a stunning opening fashion show by acclaimed designer Robert Wun at the Hong Kong Palace Museum- Opening hours were extended, with buyers encouraged to engage in business discussions through the Exhibition+ platform to mitigate the impact of the typhoon. The event drew more than 8,500 buyers from 82 countries and regions- A survey indicated that 34.8% of respondents expect sales to increase in the next six to 12 months, while 56.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged- 36% of respondents believe that rising demand in emerging markets is the biggest opportunity this year- 39% and 29% of respondents respectively believe that fashion accessories and urban clothing hold the greatest growth potential for the industryHONG KONG, Sept 7, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), CENTRESTAGE, the region's annual fashion showcase, drew to a successful close today. Due to the impact of the typhoon, the exhibition was temporarily suspended. The HKTDC extended the opening hours of the fair for three days and proactively encouraged buyers to use the Exhibition+ platform, making the most of both online and offline interactions to seize business opportunities.This year's CENTRESTAGE showcased more than 250 brands from 18 countries and regions, setting a record for brand participation at the event. The four-day physical fair attracted more than 8,500 buyers from 82 countries and regions, with a significant increase in buyers from Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan and other regions.CENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME, the HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were fully open to the public free of charge for the first time. The public count for the events exceeded 15,000 visits, successfully assisting exhibitors in expanding their customer base as well as promoting the development of the creative sector.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "As a pivotal event in Hong Kong's fashion calendar, CENTRESTAGE this year brought together numerous esteemed international brands, including renowned labels such as ROBERT WUN and ROKSANDA. The event successfully drew a wide array of local, Mainland China and overseas buyers, with major multi-brand stores like CNTRBND from Canada, VOO Store from Germany, SUGAR s.r.l. from Italy, Carv Store from Japan, 10 CORSO COMO SEOUL from South Korea, and onefifthteen from Taiwan, as well as department stores such as Galeries Lafayette from France and Metro (Private) Limited from Singapore, sending representatives to source and engage in invaluable exchanges with exhibitors at the fair. This solidifies the event's status as an essential platform for fashion trade and brand promotion in Asia."Industry survey: optimistic outlook amid growth in online channelsThe HKTDC conducted interviews with around 370 exhibitors and buyers during the event, gaining insights into their perspectives on the future of the fashion industry and their expectations regarding product trends. The survey findings revealed that 34.8% of respondents expect an increase in sales in the next six to 12 months, while 56.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged. In addition, half (50.3%) of the respondents expect an increase in the coming 12 to 24 months, while 44.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged, reflecting an optimistic stance towards the industry’s sales landscape.According to the survey, 61% of respondents identified fluctuations in the global economy as the most significant challenge this year, while 29% pointed to fluctuating exchange rates. At the same time, 36% of respondents viewed rising demand from emerging markets as the major opportunity in 2024. As online procurement continues to gain momentum, 52% of respondents said they used both offline and online channels, while 23% indicated sole reliance on online sales and sourcing channels.Fashion accessories take centre stage as industry sees market potentialMany international brands are incorporating accessories into their clothing, with designs that combine style and comfort becoming a trending feature. Survey insights reflected these trends, with 39% and 29% of respondents respectively seeing fashion accessories and urban clothing as holding the greatest growth potential in their primary sales markets.Local exhibitor YGM Group showcased its international golf brand ASHWORTH's athleisure apparel at CENTRESTAGE. The company's Brand Manager Becky Kam noted that the new zones for athleisure and circular fashion at the fair aligned with important market trends and attracted relevant buyers, helping to generate business opportunities for the company. "About 20 buyers have approached us, exceeding our expectations,” Ms Kam said. “Most buyers are from Singapore and Thailand, with some from the Middle East and Russia. I believe we can reach agreements with eight buyers from Singapore and Thailand, and if we successfully sell the agency licence, it is likely to amount to tens of thousands of US dollars."Iris Ramos, founder of Duxton, a Singapore brand exhibiting with the Singapore Fashion Council, was pleased to see numerous buyers and visitors from Australia, Germany and Mainland China visit their booth on the first day of the event. "Many buyers are interested in our brand. Currently, five international stores have confirmed their intention to carry our products. The fair has significantly increased our exposure and helped us gain a better understanding of the market."International buyers journeyed to the fair. Japanese buyer Keisuke Fujita, CEO of THE FOUR-EYED Limited, said: "After attending 11 business matching meetings with exhibitors at the fair, we anticipate order amounts to be between US$8,000 and US$16,000. We also greatly appreciate the HKTDC extending the exhibition hours to mitigate the impact of the typhoon, and we are likely to return to the fair next year." He added that the "Scan2Match" feature of the HKTDC’s Marketplace app, which allows buyers to scan exhibitors' QR codes, save their favourite exhibitors and browse product information, is a very useful tool for buyers.Korean buyer Jonghun Park from Samsung C&T Fashion Group sourced contemporary and avant-garde fashion brands at CENTRESTAGE and identified Italian brand LA HAINE INSIDE US (LH). "LH's designs are very suitable for our discerning clients, and we may place our first order valued at approximately US$15,000. The fair has allowed us to connect with innovative designers from around the world, diversifying our brand portfolio and keeping us at the forefront of fashion trends."Local designers dazzle in vibrant fashion showcasesForty fashion shows and events were held over the four days of the exhibition, with the opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, standing out as a highlight. This memorable event took place on 3 September and was the first time for a fashion show to be held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. The event welcomed the participation of Robert Wun, the first Hong Kong designer featured at Paris Haute Couture Week, whose “Home Coming” show marked his much-anticipated return to the city.The fashion show received widespread praise as it was live-streamed across multiple platforms, with the public still able to revisit the spectacle via the CENTRESTAGE official website and the HKTDC's Facebook page and YouTube channel. In addition, a dedicated exhibition space at CENTRESTAGE showcased Robert Wun’s latest collection. The designer also hosted a masterclass on the second day of the fair, where he elaborated on his fashion design philosophy and personal journey. The session attracted many industry professionals, members of the public and fashion design students, all of whom gained valuable insights from his presentation.Continuing its practice of cross-disciplinary collaboration, the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show this year featured a cinematic approach, with Weeds on Fire* director Steve Chan presenting the fashion narratives of four brands: ANGUS TSUI, röyksopp gakkai, selfFab., and Z I D I. The show was simultaneously broadcast on the CENTRESTAGE website and various online platforms, including the Fashion Hong Kong website and Instagram page, and the HKTDC’s Facebook and YouTube channels, allowing a wider audience to enjoy the experience and revisit the show online.The Redress Design Award 2024 Grand Final Fashion Show, dedicated to promoting the development of circular fashion, was also successfully held at CENTRESTAGE. Several awards were presented, including the First Prize, Runner-up Prize, People’s Choice, and the Hong Kong Best Prize.The Hong Kong fashion platform FASHIONALLY, meanwhile, showcased the latest collections of five local designer brands, including CHARLOTTE NG STUDIO, From Clothing Of, Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio, and WHY. Additionally, three local brands – YAMA GUEST, Murfi Lau and Marcch – received accolades for their latest collections during the three fashion presentations at FASHIONALLY.Several local fashion brands presented their latest design collections during the fashion shows at CENTRESTAGE. Among them, the local brand DEMO, which participated in CENTRESTAGE ELITES in 2022, showcased garments with a Greek inspiration, while another local brand, HARRISON WONG, also showcased its Spring Summer 2025 collection. Other brands including Natacha Van unveiled their latest designs at CENTRESTAGE’s fashion show.*Weeds on Fire was the winner of the 1st First Feature Film Initiative organised by the CCIDA, formerly known as Create Hong Kong.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3XyYjxtCENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME, HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were fully open to the public for free for the first time. The events successfully helped exhibitors to expand their customer base and promoted the development of the creative sector.An annual highlight in the Asian fashion calendar, this year’s CENTRESTAGE welcomed more than 250 brands from 18 countries and regions – a record high brand participation for the event.CENTRESTAGE brings together exhibitors and buyers from various countries and regions, helping to create new business opportunities.The Redress Design Award 2024 Grand Final Fashion Show, dedicated to promoting sustainable fashion development, was successfully held at CENTRESTAGE.Internationally acclaimed designer Robert Wun hosted a masterclass during CENTRESTAGE, sharing his journey in the industry and drawing a large audience of industry professionals, fashion enthusiasts and fashion design students.Various local brands held fashion shows during CENTRESTAGE, including DEMO, HARRISON WONG and Natacha Van. Pictured is the showcase for HARRISON WONG’s latest collection.The Hong Kong Kids Fashion Show was a popular event at CENTRESTAGE. WebsitesCENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hkFashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enCENTRESTAGE ELITES: https://www.hktdc.com/event/centrestage/en/livestreamMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni KwokTel: (852) 6291 4283Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Snowy ChanTel: (852) 2584 4525Email:snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the 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 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.About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a leading global health technology provider of smart wearables, has launched the Amazfit T-Rex 3, designed to redefine adventure for today’s explorers. With military-grade toughness, precise navigation, and exceptional battery life, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 is the perfect companion for life’s epic journeys.Built with military-grade construction to endure extreme environments, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 now features a larger 1.5” AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, ensuring easy readability in any lighting conditions. True to Amazfit’s legacy, the Amazfit T-Rex 3’s powerful battery offers up to 27 days of typical use or 180 hours of continuous GPS tracking and navigation.Travel adventurer Muhammad Haris Hakimi said, “The Amazfit T-Rex 3 dual-band GPS provided exceptional accuracy from the clear and audible turn-by-turn directions through connected Bluetooth headphones. The enhanced privacy gave me control over my location-sharing via the enabling or disabling of the GPS data.”Personal data privacy is crucial for safety and security. The Amazfit T-Rex 3 offers various privacy features, including options for permanent or temporary cloud storage of GPS data, no cloud storage and the ability to disable GPS permissions entirely. Backup options include automatic email backup, cloud backup, local backup to a mobile device, and sports data file export. These features allow the user control of their personal information and location details.Sportsperson and active runner Shawn Pam said, “The 2,000 nits on the 1.5” AMOLED screen displayed data and maps clearly in various environments; from the sidewalks of Kuala Lumpur to the jungles of Bukit Dinding, I was able to see my route, heart rate, blood oxygen and more. The Zepp 4.0 OS with Zepp Coach aids my run plans and keeps me on track. The speech-to-text, allows me to reply to text messages and set reminders without stopping my workout.”Overall, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 is 16% larger than its predecessors and features a stainless-steel bezel, free offline maps, contour maps with turn-by-turn directions, and advanced health tracking including readiness and heart rate variability. The Amazfit T-Rex 3 comes with over 170 workout modes, now with Hyrox Racing, Freediving, Ultramarathon and upgraded Strength Training modes. Within the new Strength Training mode, users can create their own training templates in the Zepp App and sync them to the watch to follow their workout.Another upgrade is the Zepp OS 4.0 which introduces fully integrated AI, offering a rich app ecosystem, seamless connectivity with third-party fitness devices and AI assistant powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o.Building on the success and foundation of the Amazfit T-Rex Series legacy, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 brings noticeable upgrades. It is bigger, brighter and more interactive, thanks to integrated AI. How does the Amazfit T-Rex 3 compare to the Amazfit T-Rex 2? Here are some key statistics:On 7 and 8 September 2024, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 will be available during the Pre-Launch Sale for RM1,099.00, at DirectD Gadget Mega Store, Petaling Jaya. Customers will also receive an Amazfit String Bag, Amazfit Microfiber Towel and DirectD Water Bottle, while supplies last. Additionally, the Pre-Launch Sale includes a purchase-with-purchase (PWP) offer for Amazfit PowerBuds Pro at RM99.00 (regular price RM599.00).Starting from 9 September 2024, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 will be available for RM1,099.00 and a free gift, on Shopee.Image DownloadDownload high-resolution images from this LINK.About AmazfitAmazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand focused on health and fitness, is part of Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company. Offering a wide selection of smartwatches and bands, Amazfit's brand essence is "Up Your Game", encouraging users to live their passions and express their active spirits freely. Amazfit is powered by Zepp Health’s proprietary health management platform that delivers cloud-based 24/7 actionable insights and guidance to help users attain their wellness goals. With outstanding craftsmanship, Amazfit smartwatches have won many design awards, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award.Launched in 2015, Amazfit is today embraced by millions of users. Its products are available in more than 90 countries across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. For more information about Amazfit, visit www.amazfit.com.For media information, kindly contact:Triven Marketing Group, for AmazfitJazzmin WanTel: +6 017 289 4110Email: jazzmin@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that in the Bond Connect Company Limited 2024 Outstanding Participating Institutions and Individuals Awards, GTJAI won the “Primary Market Pioneer (Underwriter)” award, and its subsidiary Guotai Junan Financial Products Limited and its employee Yiyan Zhu won the “Northbound Outstanding Investment Bank” award and the “Northbound Outstanding Individual” award, respectively, highlighting the Company's outstanding performance and significant contributions in various areas of Bond Connect (Northbound) business.As one of the earliest Chinese securities firms with presence in Hong Kong, GTJAI has always attached great importance to and actively participated in various policy measures for the mutual connection between the Mainland China and Hong Kong capital markets. Since the Bond Connect (Northbound) was launched in 2017, as one of the early qualified participants, GTJAI has continuously explored and served the needs of overseas clients investing in the Mainland China bond market, playing an important role in connecting clients with the market and facilitating active trading in the Bond Connect (Northbound) business.With its professional cross-border service capabilities and extensive market experience, the Company has excelled in this crucial financial interconnection initiative. These accolades not only acknowledge GTJAI’s strength in the Bond Connect (Northbound) business but also affirm the Company’s proactive role and significant contributions in facilitating the in-depth integration of the Mainland China and Hong Kong financial markets, promoting the openness and internationalization of the Chinese capital market. As China’s financial markets continue to open up, GTJA will continue to leverage its strengths and actively expand overseas investors’ interest in the mainland Chinese financial market through its outstanding cross-border financial service capabilities and experience, providing investors with more comprehensive and high-quality services.About Bond Connect (Northbound)The Bond Connect (Northbound) was officially launched on 3 July 2017. As a pioneer in the mutual connection mechanism between the mainland China and Hong Kong bond markets, the Bond Connect (Northbound) provides overseas investors with a convenient and efficient investment channel, allowing them direct access to the mainland China interbank bond market. This mechanism not only streamlines the process for overseas investors to participate in the Chinese bond market but also significantly enhances investment efficiency. The implementation of the Bond Connect (Northbound) signifies a crucial milestone in the opening up of the Chinese bond market, making a substantial contribution to enhancing the global attractiveness of Renminbi assets and advancing the internationalization of the Chinese bond market. Furthermore, it caters to the growing demand from international investors for Renminbi asset allocation. – End – Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As the Hong Kong Observatory has announced that the tropical cyclone warning will be lowered to No 3 at 12:40pm, CENTRESTAGE, Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME will reopen at 2:40pm.The fairs’ opening hours will be extended to 7:30pm today and 7pm tomorrow (7 September), respectively, to facilitate more business connections.Both CENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME are also open to the public.In addition to the physical fairs, HKTDC's EXHIBITION+ hybrid platform will enable exhibitors and buyers for the Watch & Clock Fair  and Salon de TIME to enjoy extended business discussions via its Click2Match business matching service until 14 September.Websites:CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hkCENTRESTAGE buyer online registration: https://bit.ly/3WYjnNIFashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enHong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkwatchfair/enSalon de TIME: https://www.hktdc.com/event/te/enAbout HKTDC Established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body dedicated to creating opportunities for Hong Kong's businesses. With more than 50 offices globally, including 13 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China, Asia and the world. With over 50 years of experience, the HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities on the mainland and in international markets, while providing business insights and information via research reports and digital channels including the media room. For more information, please visit: http://www.hktdc.com/aboutusMedia enquiries:CENTRESTAGEBest Crew Public Relations & Marketing:Diana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communications and Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgHong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, Salon de TIMEJohnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395 Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgBubble Ma Tel: (852) 2584 4369 Email: bubble.ma@hktdc.orgTo view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The second edition of transport logistic Southeast Asia and air cargo Southeast Asia is proud to announce its return to the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore from October 29 to 31, 2025. As the most influential meeting place for logistics, mobility, IT, supply chain management, and air cargo sectors in Southeast Asia, the event is set to welcome over 10,000 attendees, 300 exhibitors, and will cover 15,000 sqm of exhibition space.“The synergy at the event was palpable. It’s a melting pot where industry professionals from various sectors—medical devices, electronics, and FMCG—come together, leading to a surge in brand awareness and business inquiries for us,” shared Sukrisno Chiuman, Managing Director, Satsaco Group.Southeast Asia: The Heart of Global LogisticsSoutheast Asia’s strategic geographic location and its role as a hub for global trade make it an essential market for the logistics and air cargo sectors. The region’s rapid economic growth and expanding consumer base offer a wealth of opportunities for industry players.“Our debut at the trade fair was a resounding success, forging new partnerships and opening doors to potential business opportunities. We’re eagerly looking forward to the next edition,” expressed Gianluca Marcangelo, Head of Industry Relations and Marketing, Challenge Group.Innovation Features of the Event:Future Logistics Zone: The showcase of the latest advancements in logistics, featuring state-of-the-art equipment, autonomous vehicles, drones, smart warehousing, including prototypes and models that set to revolutionize logistics and air cargo industry.Innovation Hub: The platform for cutting-edge innovations, presenting AI, IoT, blockchain, robotics, and renewable energy solutions that are reshaping the logistics landscape.“transport logistic SEA and air cargo SEA have proven to be an exceptional platform for expanding our network and establishing a foothold in the Southeast Asia region. It’s not just a local hub; it’s where the global logistics community converges,” highlighted Theresa Groninger, Head of Sales & Marketing, Cellumation GmbH.Singapore: The Ideal LocaleSingapore’s reputation as a global logistics hub is further solidified by the world-class facilities at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre. The city-state’s dedication to innovation and sustainability perfectly complements the event’s ambition, promising an unforgettable and transformative experience for all participants."We anticipate the 2025 edition to be even more impactful, with increased participation and groundbreaking innovations that will set new benchmarks in the industry. Our focus on sustainability, resilience, and innovation will address today’s global challenges and drive the future of logistics and air cargo,” stated by Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director, MMI Asia Pte Ltd.Join us at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore for an insightful journey into the future of logistics and air cargo, where innovation and tradition converge. For more information, please visit: transportlogisticsea.comAbout transport logistic Southeast Asia and air cargo Southeast Asiatransport logistic Southeast Asia and air cargo Southeast Asia is the latest edition of the world’s largest trade show for transportation and logistics industry. It is poised to become the most influential meeting place for logistics, mobility, IT, supply chain management and air cargo industry in the Southeast Asia region. Having been awarded “Debut Event of the Year” at the Singapore MICE Awards in 2024, the event provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, offering valuable insights into the latest trends and challenges.About MMI Asia Pte. LtdA full subsidiary of Messe München GmbH, MMI Asia established in Singapore in 1992, is now embarking on a significant growth and expansion program, bringing some of Messe München’s world leading brands to the Southeast Asia market. transport logistic and air cargo Southeast Asian editions are organized by MMI Asia Pte Ltd.About Messe MünchenMesse München is one of the leading exhibition organizers worldwide with more than 50 of its own trade shows for capital goods, consumer goods and new technologies. Every year, a total of over 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors take part in more than 200 events at the exhibition center in Munich, at the ICM – Internationales Congress Center München, the Conference Center Nord and the MOC Veranstaltungscenter München as well as abroad. Together with its subsidiary companies, Messe München organizes trade shows in China, India, Brazil, Singapore, South Africa and Turkey. With a network of associated companies in Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, and with around 70 representatives abroad for more than 100 countries, Messe München has a truly global presence.Media Contact:Adam PaulusExhibition Director, MMI Asia Pte Ltdtransport logistic Southeast Asia and air cargo Southeast AsiatlacSEA@mmiasia.com.sg+65 6236 0998 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Medical Fair Asia 2024 returns for its 15th edition this year, reinventing the marketplace with technology and innovation amidst an evolving landscape. The event will be held at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, from 11th to 13th September 2024. Exhibited by Taiwan Excellence at booth numbers 2H01-2J08, this year’s Taiwan Excellence Pavilion brings together 16 Taiwanese companies who are leading in innovation and advancement in the medtech industry.Themed “Shaping The Future with Taiwan’s MedTech Innovations”, the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion showcases Taiwan’s leading medical innovation and cutting-edge solutions, exemplifying the country’s commitment to advanced medical care. Visitors, including medical and healthcare organisations and professionals, can experience Taiwanese medical innovation that leverages advanced AI, imaging technologies and more. The showcase will cover three aspects of Taiwan’s medtech innovations - Diagnostic Innovations, Treatment Innovations, and Innovations in Telemedicine and Digital Health Platforms.The main highlight of Taiwan Excellence Pavilion is the Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk on 11 September 2024. Held at the pavilion from 2pm to 4pm, the talk will discuss a range of topics in the medtech industry including AI medical trends, AI smart healthcare solutions, 3D imaging and 3D printing, and surgical navigation robots. The Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk will be graced by Mr. Chen-yuan Tung, Representative of Taipei Representative Office in the Republic of Singapore, and Mr. Daniel Lee, Chairman of Taiwan Medical and Biotech Industry Association. More information on Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk can be found in Annex A.Ms. Anna Wu, Director of Taiwan Trade Center Singapore (TAITRA) said, “In the second year of the Taiwan Excellence showcase at Medical Fair Asia 2024, we are proud to present Taiwan’s cutting-edge medical technologies and innovations. At the heart of this pavilion, we are shaping the future of healthcare, presented by companies that are similarly driven by excellence and share our aim to create a lasting impact on global health through innovation. These include Acer Medical Inc., V5med Inc., Shennona Co. Ltd, Brain Navi Biotechnology Co., Ltd, A Plus Biotechnology Co., Ltd, and more, whose achievements and innovation we celebrate at Taiwan Excellence Pavilion this year.”Taiwan Excellence aims to strengthen the enduring ties between Singapore and Taiwan. In 2023, two-way trade between Singapore and Taiwan was worth US$39.2 billion, with Taiwan’s exports to Singapore reaching US$29.7 billion, making Singapore Taiwan’s fifth largest export market.“Taiwan is a leader in medical innovation, constantly advancing technology and innovation to revolutionise the healthcare industry. The strong national health insurance system, vibrant ICT, and biopharmaceutical industries have driven the development of smart healthcare in the country. With continued collaboration, there are many opportunities in the medical industries between Taiwan and Singapore that we can tap on to advance healthcare solutions in the region,” Ms. Wu added.Taiwan Excellence Pavilion features products and technologies that showcase Taiwan’s latest medtech innovations. 16 Taiwan Excellence brands including Acer Medical Inc., AmCad BioMed Corporation, A Plus Biotechnology Co., Ltd, AVer Information Inc., BioGend Therapeutics Co., Ltd., Compal Electronics, Inc., EPED Inc., Fu Jun Biomedical Co., Ltd., LELTEK Inc., Nanoray Co., Ltd, OME Technology Co., Ltd., Shennona Co. Ltd, Taiwan Surgical Corporation, V5med Inc., Wellell Inc, and Inventec Appliances Corporation, will feature innovative products and solutions at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion over the three-day show. Taiwan Excellence 2024 Showcase Highlights can be found in Annex B. As Taiwan Excellence continues to forge new paths in innovation and technology, further solidifying the robust ties between Singapore and Taiwan. This participation is set to foster greater collaboration and mutual growth, creating new opportunities for both nations in the years to come.For more information, please visit: Taiwan Excellence.Annex A: Information on Taiwan Excellence Medical Industry Talk @ Medical Fair Asia 2024https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/Annex_A.pdf Annex B: Information of Showcases at Taiwan Excellence Pavilionhttps://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/Annex_B.pdfAbout Taiwan Excellence:The Taiwan Excellence Award was established in 1993 by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) with the aim of recognising outstanding products from Taiwan. Products shortlisted for the annual award are proudly made in Taiwan and are judged on their R&D, Design, Quality and Marketing with a key emphasis on Innovative Value. The products that passed the stringent selection process proudly wears the mark and are promoted in the domestic and international markets to strengthens Taiwan’s reputation as the hub of innovation.Media Contact:PRecious Communications for Taiwan ExcellenceTel: +65 6303 0567Email: taitra@preciouscomms.comOrganized by:International Trade Administration (TITA), MOEAThe International Trade Administration (TITA) is responsible for implementing policies and regulations governing foreign trade and economic cooperation. Its primary duties currently include participating in the activities of international economic and trade organizations and enhancing bilateral trade relations.Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the foremost non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization in Taiwan. Jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations, and several commercial organizations, TAITRA assists Taiwanese businesses and manufacturers with reinforcing their international competitiveness and in coping with the challenges they face in foreign markets. TAITRA boasts a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network of over 1,300 international marketing specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 62 overseas offices worldwide. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

WINCHESTER, ENGLAND, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pet food consumes at least 9% of all livestock globally, rising to 20% in nations such as the US with high pet ownership. The environmental benefits of vegan pet diets were recently found to be game-changingly large. Most of these relate to dog food. But, can dogs be healthy without consuming meat?Dogs are biologically omnivores, and many companies now produce vegan dog food using plant, mineral and synthetic ingredients to supply all necessary nutrients. By 2024, 10 scientific studies had demonstrated good health outcomes in dogs fed vegan or vegetarian diets, and the British Veterinary Association had endorsed nutritionally-sound vegan dog diets. Yet no studies had calculated the size of the health benefits that might occur for average dogs, after controlling for age, sex, neutering status, breed size and exercise level - all factors that can affect dog health.In 2024 veterinary Professor Andrew Knight and two colleagues published the first study to control for all of these factors. After analysing health outcomes for 2,536 dogs, including 336 fed a vegan diet for at least one year, they found decreases in the occurrences of seven general indicators of illness. Dogs fed vegan diets were less likely to need medication, medical diets or unusually high numbers of veterinary visits, were more likely to be assessed as healthy by dog owners and their veterinarians, had lower rates of illness, and fewer cases of health disorders when they were unwell. Reductions ranged from 14% - 51% for average dogs, compared to dogs fed conventional meat-based diets. All of these differences were statistically significant, meaning they almost certainly reflected true differences rather than random variation.Additionally, the odds of suffering from six specific health disorders fell by 50%-61% compared to dogs fed conventional meat. These included some of the most common health disorders in dogs: problems with body weight, ears, and the musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal system ­- which can cause conditions such as lameness and diarrhoea.Among the 22 most common health disorders found in a 2022 study of the same dogs, 11 were most common in dogs fed conventional meat, eight in dogs fed raw meat, and three most common in dogs few vegan diets. 49% of dogs fed conventional meat were unwell, compared to 43% fed raw meat, and 36% fed vegan diets.Stated Prof. Knight, "Dogs fed vegan diets clearly had the best health outcomes in this very large-scale study, and these results are consistent with prior studies in this field. Nutritionally-sound vegan diets offer extremely large environmental benefits, so this is very good news for dog owners who want to protect the environment whilst also maximising their dogs' health. However, care should always be taken to ensure diets are nutritionally-sound, by checking package labelling and purchasing from reputable pet food companies."Contact InformationAndrew KnightVeterinary Professor of Animal Welfareandrew.knight@murdoch.edu.auSOURCE: Prof. Andrew Knight Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.