日期: 2026 年 1 月 14 日

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 14, 2026) - Casa Minerals Inc. (TSXV: CASA) (OTCQB: CASXF) (FSE: 0CM) (the "Company" or "Casa") is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement financing (the "Offering") for aggregate gross proceeds of $800,000.Under the terms of the Offering, the Company may issue up to 6,400,000 units (each, a "Unit") at a price of $0.125 per Unit. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (a "Share") and one common share purchase warrant (a "Warrant"). Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one additional Share for a period of two years from the date of issuance. The warrant exercise strike price is $0.15/share in the first three months and automatically converts to $0.20 per share then after for the remainder of the two years period.A Finder's Fee of 6% in cash or Shares is payable to eligible finders on all or a portion of the Offering in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange policies.The net proceeds from the Offering will be used primarily for general and administrative expenses and for property investigations on the Company's projects in Arizona and British Columbia.The securities issued pursuant to the Offering will be subject to a statutory hold period of four (4) months and one day from the date of closing in accordance with applicable securities laws. The Offering is subject to receipt of all necessary approvals, including final acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange.About Casa Minerals Inc.Casa Minerals Inc. is a company engaged in gold exploration in two prominent regions: Arizona and British Columbia, Canada. The company is involved in gold exploration on the Congress Gold Mine, a past producing mine located in Arizona. The company is also active in copper-gold exploration in British Columbia, Canada. Casa Minerals' management team has a track record of numerous discoveries in the exploration sector. The Company is committed to creating shareholder value through the discovery and development of economic mineral deposits.About Casa Minerals Inc.Casa Minerals Inc. is a company engaged in gold, and copper exploration in two prominent regions: Arizona and British Columbia, Canada. The company is involved in gold exploration on the Congress Gold Mine, a past-producing mine located in Arizona. The company is also active in copper-gold exploration in British Columbia, Canada. Casa Minerals' management team has a track record of numerous discoveries in the exploration sector. The Company is committed to creating shareholder value through the discovery and development of economic mineral deposits.For more information, please visit the company's website at https://www.casaminerals.com/.On Behalf of the Board of DirectorsFarshad Shirvani, M.Sc. GeologyPresident, CEO and DirectorFor more information, please contact:Casa Minerals Inc.Farshad Shirvani, President & CEOPhone: (604) 678-9587Email: farshad@casaminerals.comhttps://www.casaminerals.comNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE 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/280377 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

- 此合作旨在為沙特市場引入先進的鋁冶煉與連續鑄造技術。- PIF通過本地化供應鏈、擴大出口、強化沙特的金屬與礦業生態系統，從而加大力度推動沙特經濟多元化。- PIF會持續提升沙特阿拉伯的製造業能力。香港, 2026年1月14日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 沙特阿拉伯公共投資基金（以下簡稱 「PIF」）與紅海鋁業控股有限公司（以下簡稱「RSAH」；由創新實業集團有限公司、創新新材料科技股份有限公司及山東創新集團有限公司合資組建）今天宣佈，雙方已就初步條款達成協議，在沙特西部港口城市延布合作開發先進的一體化下游鋁業綜合體。通過此次合作，由RSAH擁有的綜合體紅海鋁業工業有限公司（以下簡稱「RSAI」）會為沙特引進先進的鋁冶煉技術，並建設中東地區最大的連續鑄造生產線之一，用以生產多種高附加值鋁製品。此次簽署已在利雅得舉行的礦業及未來礦產論壇上宣佈。此舉精准呼應PIF的核心戰略方向，即通過建立區域和國際合作夥伴關係、積極吸引投資以最大化回報、實現沙特經濟多元化和技術本地化，並持續釋放戰略性產業的潛力。PIF工業與礦業負責人兼中東和北非地區投資負責人Muhammad AlDawood博士表示：「PIF致力於履行其戰略使命，積極構建具備全球競爭力的工業生態體系，以推動沙特經濟轉型與多元化發展。RSAI將確保下游鋁製品的穩定供應，以滿足全球及本地需求。」RSAH執行董事Tom Northover表示：「RSAI的願景是成為全球下游鋁業的領導者，深度融入沙特的工業與能源生態系統。自成立以來，我們始終致力於滿足頂尖國際客戶的需求。我們十分期待與PIF的合作，依託其深厚的投資洞察與規模優勢。我們在延布的投資，正是基於我們對沙特在全球先進製造業版圖中核心地位的深刻認同。」PIF作為全球最具影響力的投資者之一。RSAI將進一步補充PIF在其他戰略性行業如汽車、電力和公用事業、電子及建築領域的投資佈局。RSAH是由全球領先的主要下游鋁製品生產商共同持股。即將建設的綜合體將充分運用其先進技術及經過驗證的大型鋁產業集群開發模式，並把握全球鋁需求持續增長帶來的戰略機遇。PIF與RSAH的合作亦將通過技術培訓與技能提升計劃，並引入全球行業最佳實踐，共同推動本地專業人才的快速成長與建設。是次簽署的初步條款還需經雙方落實敲定相關交易文件、滿足先決條件並獲得所有必要批准和授權。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 14, 2026) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview" or the "Company"), a leading Canadian exploration company focused on its flagship Hat Polymetallic Deposit in northwestern British Columbia's Golden Triangle, is pleased to announce the successful finalization of key metallurgical recovery data for gold (Au), copper (Cu), cobalt (Co), silver (Ag), and scandium (Sc). This milestone supports the imminent completion of an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) and Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).The Company's two-year metallurgical testing program, led by Eur.Ing Andrew Carter, B.Sc., C.Eng., MIMMM, MSAIMM, SME, has delivered positive results confirming viable recoveries across the polymetallic suite. Overall Metallurgical Recoveries  MetalRecovery %  Copper (Cu)85  Gold (Au)89  Silver (Ag)68  Cobalt (Co)78  Scandium (Sc)75  Recent breakthroughs from the program, including a global first in the recovery of high-grade scandium oxide (Sc₂O₃) from copper porphyry flotation tailings, have demonstrated strong technical viability. Key highlights from the testwork include high overall recoveries, positioning the Hat Deposit to maximize value from its unique polymetallic profile (gold-copper-cobalt-silver-scandium). Building on this progress, Doubleview is actively seeking quotes from qualified laboratories and consultants for advanced metallurgical testing to support the planned Prefeasibility (PFS) and Feasibility (FS) studies. These next testwork phases will further optimize process recoveries and refine project economics.MRE and PEA updates:The Company is also finalizing the updated MRE and PEA, incorporating the new metallurgical data, expanded drilling results from the successful 2025 field season (including the largest drill program to date with over 13,000 meters completed), and eastward extensions of mineralization. Logistics and preparations for the 2026 field season are underway, with plans to continue aggressive exploration and resource enhancement at the Hat Project.Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO, commented: "Finalizing these metallurgical recoveries marks a pivotal step forward for the Hat Project. Under Mr. Carter's expert guidance, our metallurgy program has unlocked significant potential for critical metals like scandium, alongside robust recoveries for copper, gold, cobalt, and silver. We are excited to advance toward the updated MRE and PEA while gearing up for PFS/FS-level work and the 2026 season."Mr. Carter, a graduate of the University of Leeds (B.Sc. Mineral Processing, 1980), is a Chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) registered with the Engineering Council UK (#378467) and a European Engineer (Eur.Ing.) (#c2960GB). He is a member in good standing of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3 #46421) and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME #4112502). With over 45 years of experience in operations, engineering, and consulting in extractive metallurgy for gold, precious, and base metal ores, Mr. Carter is a "Qualified Person" under National Instrument 43-101 and has independently reviewed and approved the metallurgical aspects of this announcement.Doubleview remains committed to responsible development of this strategic asset, contributing to North America's supply of critical and electrification-enabling metals.Qualified PersonEur Ing Andrew Carter B.Sc., CEng., MIMMM (QMR), MSAIMM, SME, Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the HAT Project metallurgical studies as defined by National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release and is independent of the Company.The company further notes that, pursuant to the news release dated December 31st, 2025, it has completed its financing and is no longer seeking additional funds.About Doubleview Gold CorpDoubleview Gold Corp. is mineral resource exploration and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: LA1W038), and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below:   Average GradeMetal ContentOpen Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3. "The scandium resource potential is based on the drill holes on the property drilled for (July 25, 2024) maiden resource estimate for other metal content than scandium. The potential quantity and grade are conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral resource, and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the target being delineated as a mineral resource."For further details of the MRE-1, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold Corp Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani President & CEO T: (604) 678-9587 E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/280334 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年1月14日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 1月8日，北京智譜華章科技股份有限公司（以下簡稱"智譜"）成功登陸港交所，成為"大模型第一股"，這不僅是其自身發展的里程碑，也是聯想控股生態賦能AI初創企業的典型案例之一。上市後智譜股價持續上漲，盤中一度突破千億市值。基於對人工智能產業的長期關注，聯想控股體系（聯融志道基金、君聯資本、聯想創投）連續多輪投資智譜，並積極推動體系內產業公司與其展開深度合作，加速技術產業化進程。除智譜外，過去一年成功登陸資本市場的多家AI相關企業，如摩爾線程、沐曦、小馬智行、希迪智駕、精鋒醫療等，也均獲得過聯想控股體系的早期投資支持。而上述企業的集中上市，也意味著聯想控股在AI領域的前瞻佈局正迎來進一步價值成長。通過多層次體系化的科技創新，聯想控股已在人工智能領域深入佈局。其中，聯想控股旗下聯想集團已將AI業務作為核心增長主線，取得了PC全球第一、高性能計算機全球第一、服務器全球第三的成績，並已發佈覆蓋全場景的超級智能體矩陣，成為其AI PC等智能終端產品的標配。此外，旗下聯泓新科、富瀚微等成員企業也在全力推動AI賦能業務發展，進一步助力AI在各行各業加速落地。另一方面，聯想控股還致力於構建"AI+"應用生態圈，全體系累計投資AI企業超270家，是目前該領域體系最完整、企業數目最多、持續時間最長的投資機構之一。     01 體系接續賦能 助力"大模型第一股"在智譜成長背後的"明星"投資人團隊中，聯想控股體系佔據重要角色。早在2022年OpenAI發佈ChatGPT之前，聯想控股旗下君聯資本便已成為智譜早期重要股東，深度參與智譜戰略規劃與生態構建。2023年初，聯想控股本部投資團隊曾橫向對比了數十家基座大模型公司的技術產品，期間與智譜核心團隊進行了深入交流。隨後，聯想控股與部分相關企業多輪交叉驗證智譜產品後，通過旗下聯融志道基金接續加碼投資智譜。此後，君聯資本（含其管理的社保基金中關村自主創新專項基金）又連續九次投資智譜，成為其最大的機構投資人。2025年初，聯想創投也參與智譜相關融資，成為其產業投資人。投資之後，除提供戰略規劃、人才梯隊建設等幫助外，聯想控股還充分發揮自身產業資源及生態優勢，推動智譜大模型與聯想集團的PC、服務器、邊緣計算等全線產品深度適配，形成"硬件+大模型"的聯合解決方案，並迅速在製造、教育、城市治理等場景應用落地。雙方的合作也加速了智譜的商業化進程。據招股書顯示，2022年-2024年，智譜收入分別為5740萬元、1.245億元、3.124億元，年復合增長率高達130%，成為少數已實現規模化收入與持續高增長的獨立大模型廠商。02 前瞻佈局 所投AI企業集中IPO除智譜外，過去一年，聯想控股體系所投企業中，還有多家AI相關企業成功登陸資本市場，包括摩爾線程、沐曦、小馬智行、希迪智駕、精鋒醫療、雲跡科技等。能夠獲得資本市場的認可，離不開上述企業自身的持續探索與突破。作為各自所在領域的佼佼者，這些企業還加速AI技術與各行各業相融合，共同助力"人工智能+"應用落地。例如在AI芯片領域，被視為國產高端GPU"雙子星"的摩爾線程和沐曦，在智能算力核心硬件領域實現了技術攻堅與突破，為數字經濟的自主發展夯實了算力根基。其中，摩爾線程基於自研的MUSA統一系統架構，實現了單芯片在AI計算加速、圖形渲染及物理仿真等多重任務的融合支持，樹立了國產高端GPU的關鍵技術標桿；沐曦的產品則在單卡算力、顯存帶寬、芯片間高速互連及軟件生態上實現系統性突破，整體性能達到國際同類型高端處理器水準。在自動駕駛領域，小馬智行不僅是首個在北上廣深四大一線城市均取得無人駕駛出行服務許可的公司，更是唯一在上述一線城市全面開展全無人Robotaxi商業化運營的公司；希迪智駕通過"車、路、雲"一體化技術，在智慧公交、幹線物流及礦山港口等特定場景率先實現商業化落地，為自動駕駛技術的多元化應用提供了成功樣本。在機器人領域，精鋒醫療是中國首家、全球第二家同時取得多孔腔鏡手術機器人、單孔腔鏡手術機器人及自然腔道手術機器人註冊審批的公司。弗若斯特沙利文資料顯示，2024年精鋒醫療在中國售出20台多孔腔鏡手術機器人，在國內製造商中銷量排名第一。截至2025年6月30日，精鋒醫療已完成超過14000例機器人輔助臨床手術，產品性能與可靠性得到市場驗證；雲跡科技針對酒店行業人力成本高、服務標準化需求強的痛點，通過智能服務平台聯動機器人與酒店設施，有效助推了酒店業的數字化轉型。截至2025年5月末，雲跡科技服務機器人已累計在全球部署超過3.4萬家酒店，市場佔有率高達13.9%，超過了第二名至第五名的總和。03 耐心資本 生態賦能 共同助力"人工智能+"人工智能是第四次科技革命的技術基石，但要想加快實現商業化落地，既離不開頂層設計的引導，也亟需"耐心資本"的賦能——通過持續的資金支持、資源整合與生態構建，推動技術穿越週期、實現商業閉環。聯想控股在AI領域的實踐，恰好體現了這種"耐心資本"的特質。從公司在AI領域的投資佈局來看，其展現出顯著的前瞻性、廣泛的行業覆蓋與內部協同效應，與國家所倡導的長期、專注、價值創造型的投資理念高度契合。首先是前瞻洞察，早期卡位核心賽道。基於對技術浪潮的判斷和產業變革的洞察，聯想控股在AI關鍵賽道實現了超前佈局。早在2001年，聯想控股便基於自身在IT領域的經驗優勢，通過旗下聯想投資（即君聯資本的前身）投資了剛剛成立的科大訊飛，開啟了在人工智能領域的佈局。而在投資智譜的過程中，君聯資本同樣率先洞察到大模型技術的通用潛力，為聯想控股體系的聯合投資奠定了基礎。這種早期"卡位"，使聯想控股體系得以深度陪伴硬科技企業成長，共同見證技術變革所帶來的價值增長。二是廣泛覆蓋，構建堅實生態矩陣。人工智能作為第四次工業革命的通用技術，其生態構建需貫穿全產業鏈。對此，聯想控股體系圍繞"廣度"與"深度"，不斷提升自身認知積累並進行戰略佈局：在橫向上，投資範圍廣泛覆蓋AI各應用領域；在縱向上，更完成了從基礎層（算力/芯片）、模型層（大模型）、平台層（工具/框架）到應用層（行業解決方案）的核心技術全棧佈局。目前，聯想控股體系已累計投資AI企業超270家，是該領域體系最完整、企業數目最多、持續時間最長的投資機構之一。三是產業賦能，激活生態協同價值。聯想控股自身所具有的產業生態資源，可為所投企業提供超越資金的生態賦能，並加速技術創新與產業創新相融合、更好形成協同效應。這一區別於純財務投資的賦能服務，能夠有效縮短技術的市場驗證週期，加速產品規模化落地。例如，所投企業摩爾線程的GPU產品正在適配聯想集團的"遊戲本"與工作站，打造先進算力的"中國方案"；面對大模型浪潮，所投企業沐曦股份與聯想集團聯合推出"DeepSeek國產AI一體機"；針對具身智能量產難題，聯想南方智能製造基地賦能所投企業戴盟機器人與逐際動力，實現首批人形機器人產品量產下線……除在成員企業與所投企業間推動技術、產品與生態的互動協同外，聯想控股還積極對外賦能，踐行AI普惠、AI向實、AI向善。展望未來，隨著人工智能技術持續深化與滲透，聯想控股將進一步發揮AI生態佈局優勢，在自身持續加大AI領域研發投入的同時，還將更好發揮"鏈主"優勢，探索構建企業主導的"產學研用"協同創新體系，共同助力深入實施"人工智能+"行動落地。來源：聯想控股微空間 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, January 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Enterprises across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) are accelerating their expansion into ASEAN amid escalating global uncertainties and intensifying tariff pressures. A new joint study, “Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges”, released today by UOB Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), reveals GBA companies are now scaling their ASEAN strategies with greater urgency to boost growth and strengthen supply chain resilience.ASEAN growth set to accelerate furtherReflecting this renewed urgency, the study finds that 73 percent of GBA respondents intend to accelerate their business development in ASEAN, reinforcing the region’s importance as a long-standing and increasingly urgent growth engine amid global trade frictions.ASEAN economies continue to gain prominence, with Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia emerging as the top destinations for GBA enterprises over the next three years. To support expansion plans, companies expect to allocate an average of 30 percent additional resources to their ASEAN expansion plans. Vietnam is the top priority (47 percent increase in resources), followed by Indonesia (37 percent) and Thailand/Malaysia (32 percent each).From a strategic perspective, the primary focus is on driving sales growth – especially in Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia – while expanding production and sourcing bases, with Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia the top choices.Even in Singapore, where GBA enterprises already have the largest footprint, respondents intend to commit an average of 23 percent in extra resources to accelerate their business development in the country, especially in areas, such as financing and establishing regional offices.The study also reports a 25 percentage point year-on-year increase in the number of GBA businesses seeking to expand or maintain sales operations within the ASEAN bloc, with 98 percent of surveyed enterprises continuing to target these dynamic sales markets. This acceleration underscores the region’s heightened urgency to navigate intensifying geopolitical and tariff pressures.Notably, 91 percent of respondents intend to expand or maintain their ASEAN-based production and sourcing hubs — a seven percentage point increase compared to 2024, highlighting stronger intent to diversify supply chains and mitigate external risks.Heightened challenges in ASEAN expansionWhile the momentum is clear, the study also highlights significant hurdles GBA enterprises face, as they expand into ASEAN. The most cited challenge is finding suitable local partners (47 percent), a figure that has risen by 24 percentage points since 2024 and has climbed steadily over the past three years. Cultural and language barriers (46 percent) and difficulties in sourcing specialist talent (40 percent) are also on the rise, up 23 and 15 percentage points, respectively. These challenges underscore the need for trusted advisors and deeper cross-border support.Growing commitment to ESGThe study reveals continued progress among GBA companies in pursuing sustainability goals. Of the participating enterprises, 83 percent currently have green initiatives underway, slightly up from 81 percent in 2024 and marking a three-year high.Furthermore, 96 percent of respondents plan to increase or maintain their ESG funding over the next two years, with 66 percent intending to boost their ESG investment – a 26 percentage point jump from 40 percent in 2024, recording a three-year high. For the next two years, the average intended level of ESG funding on the part of GBA enterprises is now HK$874,771, nearly double the HK$462,535 recorded in 2024.Adaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong Kong, said, “For GBA enterprises, ASEAN is not just the next stop – it is the growth frontier. Hong Kong amplifies that momentum, and UOB has the expertise to connect it. With our extensive ASEAN network, deep local insights and sustainability leadership, we help businesses in Hong Kong scale faster, strengthen their resilience and capture opportunities with commitment. We help businesses win the next chapter of regional growth.”Hong Kong as the gateway for ASEAN expansion and ESG leadershipThe survey reaffirms Hong Kong’s role as a critical platform for GBA enterprises seeking to accelerate ASEAN expansion and strengthen ESG programmes. Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector is widely recognised and highly appreciated, earning a score of 7.9 out of 10 for connectivity with both GBA cities and the ASEAN bloc.Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC Research, said, “With the shifting global supply chain landscape and tariff uncertainties, many GBA enterprises are accelerating their ASEAN engagement not merely as a means of risk diversification, but to capture new growth opportunities in fast-evolving markets. Hong Kong’s unique positioning as a superconnector allows businesses to leverage the city’s comprehensive trade, financial and professional services platform to navigate this transformation efficiently, while strengthening their ESG commitments. The HKTDC will continue to proactively support GBA enterprises in leveraging Hong Kong's professional services to capitalise on opportunities in the ASEAN markets.”Among the 73 percent of GBA enterprises intending to accelerate their ASEAN development, two-thirds have leveraged Hong Kong’s platform to advance their expansion.On the ESG front, Hong Kong offers diversified, forward-looking, sustainable development solutions necessary for green and sustainable business development, with its green services rated at 8.8 out of 10 by surveyed enterprises.In addition, more than 90 percent respondents are considering or already increasing their uptake of Hong Kong’s sustainable development services over the next two years. The most in-demand services include: (1) green financial products and services; (2) green financing services; (3) ESG reporting, due diligence, ESG rating; and (4) green asset valuation.The report, based on insights from more than 600 businesses across Hong Kong and five key mainland GBA cities (Dongguan, Foshan, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhongshan), examines how businesses are adjusting strategies amid global challenges, and how Hong Kong continues to play a pivotal role as a superconnector, empowering GBA enterprises to diversify supply chains within ASEAN and advance their ESG commitments. [Note 1]Download the report: https://research.hktdc.com/tc/article/MjIxMDQzMTcwMQ (Chinese only, English version available by end of January)Note 1:As a means of calibrating the change over the past 12 months and beyond, the results were compared with the conclusions of three earlier studies: GBA Supply Chain Diversity: Enhancing Connectivity Among ASEAN, Hong Kong, and the Mainland (2024), Navigating Connectivity – Exploring ASEAN Opportunities for the Greater Bay Area (2023) and Sustainability in the GBA: Unlocking Opportunities and Empowering Growth (2023).Related materials• HKTDC Research: https://research.hktdc.com/en• The report in Chinese – Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges: https://research.hktdc.com/tc/article/MjIxMDQzMTcwMQ (English version available by end of January)Photos Download: https://bit.ly/3LahfQ0Adaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong Kong, (left) and Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC Research, (right) release the Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges research report.Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC ResearchAdaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong KongMedia enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw Tel: (852) 2584 4472 Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgUOB Hong Kong:Susanna Liu Tel: (852) 2123 7537 Email: susanna.liuwy@uobgroup.comSarah Tsang Tel: (852) 2123 7536 Email: sarah.tsangsw@uobgroup.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 over 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. About UOBUOB is a leading bank in Asia. Operating through its head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, UOB has a global network of more than 470 branches and offices in 19 markets in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Since its incorporation in 1935, UOB has grown organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions. Today, UOB is rated among the world’s top banks: Aa1 by Moody’s Investors Service and AA- by both S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.For nine decades, UOB has adopted a customer-centric approach to create long-term value by staying relevant through its enterprising spirit and doing right by its customers. UOB is focused on building the future of ASEAN – for the people and businesses within, and connecting with, ASEAN.The Bank connects businesses to opportunities in the region with its unparalleled regional footprint and leverages data and insights to innovate and create personalised banking experiences and solutions catering to each customer’s unique needs and evolving preferences. UOB is also committed to helping businesses forge a sustainable future, by fostering social inclusiveness, creating positive environmental impact and pursuing economic progress. UOB believes in being a responsible financial services provider and is steadfast in its support of art, social development of children and education, doing right by its communities and stakeholders.  Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

加州聖地牙哥, 2026年1月14日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 通用原子航空系統公司（GA-ASI）與美國海軍持續擴展MQ-9B海守護者®無人機系統（UAS）的反潛作戰（ASW）能力。12月17日進行的飛行測試中，搭載了聲納浮標投放系統吊艙，數量較先前測試倍增，使可用聲納浮標數量翻倍。通用原子航空系統公司總裁大衛·R·亞歷山大表示：「擴增聲納浮標載量——包括為海衛者配備多靜態主動相干（MAC）技術——是我們先進反潛戰略的核心環節，旨在拓展並強化搜索區域。MQ-9B反潛能力所提供的更廣海區覆蓋，對客戶具有極高價值。」聲納浮標是從飛機投放至海洋的海軍感測器，用於偵測潛艇。《海守護者》部署了AN/SSQ-36溫深型、AN/SSQ-53G定向頻率分析與記錄（DIFAR）（被動式）以及AN/SSQ-62F定向指令啟動聲納浮標系統（DICASS）（主動式）浮標。此次是首次由無人機投放多靜態主動相干（MAC）浮標。相較於DIFAR與DICASS系統，MAC浮標在廣域偵測潛艇方面更具優勢，且所需部署數量更少。本次由美國海軍贊助的飛行測試，旨在針對SDS系統進行認證。本次飛行測試支援美國太平洋艦隊司令部對第七艦隊的作戰評估部署，並獲得海軍航空戰鬥中心飛機部門（NAWCAD）AIRWorks的額外支援與政府監督。待測試與數據審查完成後，美國海軍預計將於2026年1月批准通用原子航空系統公司使用MQ-9B海守護者執行反潛作戰部署飛行任務。海衛士無人機近期亦參與多項美軍演習，包括北方邊緣演習、聯合戰鬥演習、環太平洋演習及艦隊航行訓練。關於通用原子航空系統公司通用原子航空系統公司是全球首屈一指的無人機系統製造商。掠食者®系列無人機系統累計飛行時數逾900萬小時，服役逾30年，包含MQ-9A死神®、MQ-1C灰鷹®、MQ-20復仇者®及MQ-9B天衛者®/海衛者®。本公司致力提供長航時、多任務解決方案，實現持續態勢感知與快速打擊能力。更多資訊請參閱：www.ga-asi.com Avenger、EagleEye、Gray Eagle、Lynx、Predator、Reaper、SeaGuardian及SkyGuardian均為通用原子航空系統公司於美國及其他國家註冊之商標。聯絡方式：通用原子航空系統公司媒體關係部ASI-MediaRelations@ga-asi.com (858) 524-8101消息來源：通用原子航空系統公司 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SAN DIEGO, Jan 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Navy continue to expand the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability of the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). Flight test was performed on December 17 and featured Sonobuoy Dispensing System (SDS) pods, more than previously tested, doubling the number of sonobuoys available."Expanding sonobuoy capacity, including Multi-static Active Coherent (MAC) technology for SeaGuardian, has been an integral part of our advanced ASW strategy to broaden and enhance search areas," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. "The wider maritime coverage our MQ-9B's ASW capability provides is extremely valuable to our customers."Sonobuoys are naval sensors that drop from an aircraft into the ocean and help detect submarines. The SeaGuardian deployed AN/SSQ-36 Bathythermal, AN/SSQ-53G Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording (DIFAR) (passive), and AN/SSQ-62F Directional Command Activated Sonobuoy System (DICASS) (active) buoys. This was the first time Multi-static Active Coherent (MAC) buoys have been dispensed from an uncrewed aircraft. The MAC buoys are better at detecting submarines over large areas and require fewer buoys compared to using DIFAR and DICASS.Sponsored by the U.S. Navy, the flight tests were specifically aimed at certifying the SDS. This flight testing supports the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet's Operational Evaluation deployment to SEVENTH Fleet and enjoyed additional support and governmental supervision from the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) AIRWorks.Upon completion of the testing and data review, the U.S. Navy is expected to give GA-ASI deployment flight clearance for ASW operations using MQ-9B SeaGuardian in January 2026.SeaGuardian has also been used by the U.S. Navy in various recent exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, RIMPAC, and Group Sail.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.CONTACT:GA-ASI Media RelationsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.ASI-MediaRelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com