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Green Rain Solar Inc., a Subsidiary of The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN), Announces the Launch of Self-Contained Solar Greenhouses with Integrated Irrigation and Backup Power Systems

Pasadena, CA, USA, Jan 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Green Rain Solar Inc., a subsidiary of The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) and a leader in urban solar energy and grid integration, is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its premiere self-contained Solar Greenhouse system. This innovative greenhouse integrates a fully autonomous irrigation system and backup battery supply, offering a sustainable solution for urban farming and renewable energy generation.Green Rain Solar Inc. continues to develop cutting-edge solar solutions to address urban challenges. The new Solar Greenhouses will enhance rooftop farming by combining vegetation benefits with advanced solar panel technology. Research shows that vegetation-covered rooftops extend roof life, conserve energy, and reduce stormwater runoff and air pollution. Additionally, these green roofs cool their surroundings through evaporation, which boosts the efficiency of photovoltaic panels. By reducing airborne pollutants and dust particles, rooftop plants further enhance solar panel performance.Alfredo Papadakis, CEO of The Now Corporation, states, "Our Solar Greenhouses are designed to meet the demand for year-round, high-quality vegetation while maximizing return on investment for our customers. With integrated Aquaponics systems, these greenhouses optimize yield within limited spaces-whether atop commercial rooftops or standalone in water-scarce environments. They remain entirely powered by solar energy, reducing utility costs and generating continuous growth opportunities for users."Community Impact and VisionThe project also aligns with Green Rain Solar's commitment to social responsibility. By transforming underutilized urban spaces into solar-powered greenhouses, the company addresses the lack of access to locally sourced, fresh, and organically grown produce in inner cities. These sustainable farms will serve as a vital resource, improving public health and well-being in urban areas.Papadakis added: "We are thrilled to redefine urban farming with a sustainable solution that meets energy and food production needs. This initiative represents a significant step toward achieving a dual benefit for our communities-providing clean energy and fresh produce while addressing critical challenges in high-energy-cost urban areas."Green Rain Solar Inc. remains focused on innovative solutions to maximize efficiency and sustainability for urban environments. The company invites shareholders and stakeholders to join this journey of transformation and innovation.About Green Rain Solar Inc.Green Rain Solar Inc., a subsidiary of The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN), is a solar energy utility company specializing in urban solar energy and grid integration. The company develops innovative rooftop solar projects to transform sunlight into grid-connected power, promoting sustainable energy solutions for high-cost urban areas.Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is subject to the safe harbor created by those sections. This material contains statements about expected future events and/or financial results that are forward-looking in nature and subject to risks and uncertainties. This includes the possibility that the business outlined in this press release may not be concluded due to unforeseen technical, installation, permitting, or other challenges. Such forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of The Now Corporation to differ materially from those expressed herein. Except as required under U.S. federal securities laws, The Now Corporation undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.For press inquiries, please contact:Michael CiminoMichael@pubcopr.comSOURCE: The Now Corp. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) Engages OTC PR Group, Inc. to Lead Investor Relations and Amplify Market Presence

Pasadena, CA, USA, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN), a pioneer in urban solar energy innovation, is thrilled to announce the engagement of OTC PR Group, Inc., a premier investor relations and public relations firm, as its official communications partner. This collaboration represents a pivotal moment for The Now Corporation as it seeks to elevate its brand, attract broader investor interest, and fortify its reputation as a leader in sustainability and energy transformation.The Now Corporation's partnership with OTC PR Group underscores its commitment to transparency, shareholder engagement, and strategic storytelling. With OTC PR Group's unparalleled expertise, The Now Corporation aims to deliver its vision to a global audience, ensuring that investors, partners, and stakeholders alike are fully aligned with the company's mission to revolutionize urban solar energy production.A Strategic Step Toward Unprecedented GrowthAs the world pivots toward renewable energy solutions, The Now Corporation is uniquely positioned to capture the momentum. With its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., at the forefront of urban solar energy and grid integration, the company has been steadily building a foundation of innovation and sustainability. To communicate these breakthroughs effectively, The Now Corporation has enlisted the talents of OTC PR Group, whose proven track record in elevating public companies to new heights is a perfect fit for this ambitious journey.Alfredo Papadakis, CEO of The Now Corporation, commented on the partnership: "Our collaboration with OTC PR Group marks the beginning of a new chapter for The Now Corporation. As we continue to expand our solar energy initiatives, this partnership ensures that our story reaches every corner of the investment community. With their expertise, we're poised to build stronger relationships, attract new opportunities, and inspire confidence in our mission to transform urban energy landscapes."Comprehensive Services to Maximize ImpactUnder this partnership, OTC PR Group will provide an array of services tailored to The Now Corporation's needs, including:Investor Relations: Engaging the investment community through clear, compelling messaging and consistent communication.Public Relations: Elevating brand visibility and credibility through strategic campaigns and impactful storytelling.Social Media and Content Management: Building a dynamic and engaging digital presence to amplify reach and engagement.Market Positioning: Crafting a narrative that highlights The Now Corporation's leadership in sustainability and urban solar innovation.Douglas Baker, President of OTC PR Group, expressed his excitement about the collaboration: "We are honored to partner with The Now Corporation, a company that exemplifies innovation and forward-thinking solutions in the renewable energy sector. Our goal is to help amplify their message, connect them with key stakeholders, and position them as a leader in urban solar energy. Together, we'll achieve remarkable milestones."A Bright Future for Urban Solar EnergyThis announcement comes at a time when The Now Corporation is doubling down on its efforts to transform urban rooftops into solar powerhouses, delivering clean, efficient energy to cities nationwide. With urban energy costs on the rise, the company's focus on grid integration and sustainable innovation is more relevant than ever.As The Now Corporation expands its initiatives, the partnership with OTC PR Group will serve as a critical pillar in driving its growth strategy. The company is confident that this collaboration will not only enhance its market presence but also deepen investor confidence in its long-term potential.Legal Notice Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and is subject to the safe harbor created by those sections. This material contains statements about expected future events and/or financial results that are forward-looking in nature and subject to risks and uncertainties. This includes the possibility that the business outlined in this press release may not be concluded due to unforeseen technical, installation, permitting, or other challenges. Such forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of The Now Corporation to differ materially from those expressed herein. Except as required under U.S. federal securities laws, The Now Corporation undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.About OTC PR Group, Inc.OTC PR Group is a leading investor relations and public relations firm dedicated to helping publicly traded companies enhance their visibility, credibility, and shareholder engagement. With decades of experience, the firm provides customized strategies to help clients achieve their goals and thrive in competitive markets.About The Now Corporation The Now Corporation, through its subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., is redefining the energy landscape with groundbreaking urban solar solutions. Focused on sustainability and efficiency, the company transforms rooftops into powerful sources of clean energy, delivering grid-connected power to high-cost urban areas. Committed to innovation, The Now Corporation is paving the way for a sustainable and brighter future.For press inquiries, please contact:Michael CiminoMichael@pubcopr.comSOURCE: The Now Corp. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

The 34th Education & Careers Expo opens today

- The Expo brings together over 820 educational institutions, government departments, businesses, and professional associations from 22 countries and regions, providing the latest education and employment information- Covering lifelong learning courses to promote cross-generational learning- Featuring over 4,000 job opportunities, with some employers conducting on-the-spot interviews- The event offers free "CV Clinic" services including AI CV enhancement, AI job matching, one-on-one resume consultation, and resume photo-taking- Featuring over 100 events, including seminars aligned with four themed days, celebrity talks, and immersive workshops, with free entry for the publicHONG KONG, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 34th Education & Careers Expo, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today and will run for four days (16 to 19 January, Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Expo gathers over 820 educational institutions, government departments, businesses, and professional associations from 22 countries and regions to provide students and working professionals with the latest and most comprehensive information on education, training, and employment. This event actively supports government policies aimed at developing Hong Kong into an international hub for post-secondary education and attracting high calibre talent. The Expo also introduces a free "CV Clinic", offering services including AI CV enhancement, AI job matching, one-on-one resume consultations and resume photography. Over 100 events are being held, featuring established figures such as renowned film artist Gordon Lam, and former Hong Kong athletes Vivian Ma and Yip Pui Yin sharing their experiences. Various workshops and hands-on activities suitable for families are also available, with free admission to the public throughout the four-day event.Officiating at the Expo’s opening ceremony this morning was Margaret Fong, HKTDC Executive Director and Chris Sun, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government. Ms Fong said in her welcoming remarks: “The Education & Careers Expo is now in its 34th edition, providing the public with an excellent platform that gathers all-round and up-to-date information on education and employment opportunities. This year's Expo, themed ‘Go with Your Passion, Go Beyond Limits,' not only brings together major educational institutions and representatives from consulates in Hong Kong to introduce local, Mainland Chinese, and overseas education information, but also invites various government departments, public bodies, and private enterprises to recruit talent, enabling attendees to explore pathways and embrace new opportunities for the future.”Supporting the policies of developing Hong Kong into an international hub for post-secondary education and talent acquisitionThis year's Expo is divided into two main sections – “Education" and "Careers." It features four themed days focusing on "Arts & Sports," "Tourism & Hospitality", "Innovation & Technology", and "Greater Bay Area Opportunities." Each day hosts numerous activities discussing education and career information and industry developments. The sharing sessions under the "Tourism & Hospitality" theme align with the government's recent release of the "Development Blueprint for Hong Kong's Tourism Industry 2.0", promoting sustainable tourism and enriching the pool of tourism industry talent. The Expo helps students and working professionals plan and realise their aspirations, in line with the government's efforts to promote Hong Kong as an international post-secondary education hub and its talent acquisition policies.Featuring insights from prominent figures like renowned film artist Gordon LamThroughout the exhibition, over 100 activities will be held, offering a wide range of information on further education and training in Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas, as well as insights into employment market trends and strategies across various industries. This aims to provide job seekers with strategies and essential knowledge for entering various fields. Additionally, the Expo features insights shared by a number of celebrity guests and industry professionals.Highlighted events at the Education & Careers Expo16 January(Thursday)- Terry Lam, screenwriter of the film A Guilty Conscience and Acting Dean of the School of Film and Television, Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, discusses the arts and cultural industry.- Former Hong Kong athlete Vivian Ma and Yip Pui Yin share the opportunities and challenges of retiring as full-time athletes.*- Alumna of the Hong Kong Art School, Cathleen Lau introduces the diverse development directions in the arts.- Daryl Lau, Sales Director of Jobsdb by SEEK in Hong Kong, shares  recruitment and job-seeking trends for 2025.17 January(Friday)- Renowned actor, scriptwriter, and producer Gordon Lam will share his own experience in the industry*- Candace Fu, Programme Leader, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Department of Global Business and Marketing, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, will discuss trends in the hospitality and tourism industries and explains how to build a sustainable future.*- Daniel Leung, Assistant Professor and Programme Leader of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Gerontology at Tung Wah College, will explore education on the process of ageing and death and opportunities in the silver economy.*18 January(Saturday)- Tommie Lo, Founder and CEO of Preface, will explore how mastering artificial intelligence can enhance employability in the future workplace.*- Michael Yung, Strategic Advisor, APAC Industry Technology Group, Google Cloud; Jeffrey Tse, Investment Manager, Multi Asset, Barings; and Terrance Lok, CEO, TechJobAsia, will discuss how AI is shaping the future of upskilling and job-hunting.*- Chris Lo, Assistant Manager of Training and Roster Planning at the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy, will explain the pathways to becoming a civil aviation pilot and the career prospects.- Jennifer Suen, Admissions Manager at C.I.S. Education Limited, will share strategies for applying to top universities in the UK.19 January(Sunday)- Stephy Wang, Assistant Director of the Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Community Foundation, and Hsu Nga Ying, Centre-in-charge of Student Guidance Centre of the Hok Yau Club, will share information on studying in the Greater Bay Area.*- Tsang Chi Man, Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions, and Executive Director of the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions Greater Bay Area Community Services, will introduce the "GBA Youth Employment Scheme."*- HKDSE top scorers Pamela Chiu and Icy Ku will share their insights on achieving high grades, as well as how to balance roles as a singer, medical student, and founder of an educational institution.**Visitors can pre-register to attend the themed lecture series and celebrity sharing sessions on the exhibition website. Seats are limited. Pre-registering and attending the events will entitle participants to a complimentary gift.A one-stop information hub featuring institutions from 22 countries and regionsThis year's Expo's “Education” section consists of four main areas. The "Local Studies" zone combines a number of universities and tertiary institutions. With the annual total construction volume in Hong Kong projected to reach HK$300 billion, necessitating a significant number of skilled professionals, the Hong Kong Institute of Construction presents programmes aimed at cultivating a pool of technical talent.The "Non-Hong Kong Education" zone brings together various consulates in Hong Kong, officially recognised institutions and universities, among others, offering educational consultation services from various countries and regions including Europe, the Americas, Asia, Mainland China, and more. The "Lifelong Learning" zone provides diverse continuing education courses for individuals of different age groups and life stages, with the Employees Retraining Board hosting multiple learning activities covering skills such as knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine and video production techniques for online streaming. The "Youth Zone" offers career planning and ongoing education information for young people, as well as a variety of job opportunities including summer jobs, internships, and full-time positions.Offering over 4,000 job opportunities at the ExpoThe Expo offers over 4,000 job opportunities in the "Careers" section, where 16 government departments and seven public institutions have booths set up, including the Civil Service Bureau and the Digital Policy Office.  The Civil Service Bureau has set up a recruitment information corner at their booth to introduce the work of various government departments and job posts. They have also invited more than 10 bureaus and departments to hold a series of "Careers in the Government" seminars. In addition, aviation-related organisations like the Airport Authority Hong Kong are offering training and employment information at the "Aviation Corner" for those interested in the industry. Social welfare organisations, banks, insurance companies, and other organisations are also recruiting at the event.The "Recruitment Square" gathers multiple job platforms, recruitment consultancy firms, and companies, accepting job applications on-site, with some providing on-the-spot interviews. Job seekers are encouraged to bring their resumes to apply for positions.This year the fair has introduced a new “CV Clinic” that provide a range of services, including helping users to enhance their resumes and match resumes with over 4,000 job vacancies from the Education & Careers Expo via AI systems on an online platform. Additionally, on-site services include one-on-one resume consultations and resume photography. These services are offered in collaboration with recruitment platforms TechJobAsia and Jobsdb respectively. Job seekers can access the CV Clinic's online services through the Expo website and make appointments in advance for the on-site services. Quotas are limited, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registration is encouraged.The fair also features a series of workshops and hands-on activities suitable for parents to attend with their children, such as transforming wine boxes and painting a mural using eco-friendly paint and creating virtual characters with mobile apps. There are also samba dance experiences and police dog demonstrations. Participants can engage in tasks arranged by the Civil Service Bureau that involve various government department roles, as well as experience physical training at the Fire Services Department booth and take photos while wearing children's firefighter uniforms.During the four-day Expo, the public are welcome to participate in the exhibition for free. Pre-registered visitors will receive a complimentary gift; limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.Photo download: http://bit.ly/3C7fyyaChris Sun, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, delivered the opening remarks at the 34th Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Education & Careers Expo held this morning.In her welcome remarks, Margaret Fong, Executive Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council, said the Education & Careers Expo had long been providing the public with an excellent platform, bringing together comprehensive and up-to-date information on further education and employment in one place. She hopes attendees will find new opportunities at the Expo.(From left) Chapman Ngan, Deputy Director (Administration), The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts; Morgan Yang, Director of the Hong Kong Institute of Construction; Gladys Yam, Deputy Executive Director, Vocational Training Council; Margaret Fong, Executive Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council; Chris Sun, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government; Benjamin Hubin, Deputy Consul-General, Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau; Stefanie Seedig, Deputy Consul General, German Consulate General Hong Kong; and Byron Ng, Executive Director, Employees Retraining Board, cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony. This morning, Chris Sun, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, visited various exhibition areas at the Education & Careers Expo. During the visit, Mr Sun also participated in the physical training session at the Hong Kong Fire Services Department booth.The “Education” section comprises four main zones, with the "Local Studies" zone bringing together multiple universities and tertiary institutions.The Hong Kong Mural Association invites fair attendees to collectively create a mural using eco-friendly paints, demonstrating that everyone can be an artist.The Expo features four themed days, with the opening day focusing on "Arts & Sports", bringing in Terry Lam, screenwriter of the film A Guilty Conscience and Acting Dean of the School of Film and Television, Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts to analyse the art and film industry.Vivian Ma (left) and Yip Pui Yin (right), former Hong Kong athletes, share the opportunities and challenges of retiring as full-time athletes.The “Careers” section features over 4,000 job opportunities, along with a “CV Clinic,” offering one-on-one resume consultation and other services.In the "Careers” section, the "CV Clinic" provides services such as helping job seekers to improve their resumes and to match their resumes with over 4,000 job vacancies offered at the Education & Careers Expo via an online AI system.Education & Careers Expo Website: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkeducationexpo/enEvents’ information: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkeducationexpo/enHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesHKTDC's Corporate Communications Department:Clementine Cheung Tel: (852) 2584 4369Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgStanley So     Tel: (852) 2584 4049Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 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. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kicking Off 2025: CITIC Telecom CPC AI Innovation Garners Multiple Accolades

HONG KONG, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK:  1883) is pleased to announce the winning of multiple prestigious awards lately, recognizing its breakthrough in AI innovation, continuous enhancement of a vast range of intelligent technologies, data analysis, large language models, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision and cybersecurity capabilities, providing customized revolutionary innovative solutions for diverse industries and scenarios, and empowering enterprises to thrive in the AI+ new era. These achievements set the stage for kicking off 2025.Innovative awards from multiple technology and industry tracks include:- AI Databank won “International Innovation Awards 2024 – Service & Solution Category” organized by Enterprise Asia- Advanced FinTech AI Competition (AFAC) 2024 – Contradiction Identification   and Vulnerability Discovery in Texts- 5 awards in “iFLYTEK Developer Competition”(1)Intelligent Extraction of Micro-needle Technology Information in Texts based on Large Language Model(2)High-precision Capture of Portrait Videos in Complex Scenarios(3)Object Detection of Vehicle Camera Images Challenge(4)Pedestrian Image Identification in Agricultural Scenario Challenge(5)Text Translation under Minimal Resources Challenge  Mr. Ivan Lee, Vice President of Innovative Research & Development and Information Technology of CITIC Telecom CPC, said, “We are honored to win awards in three prestigious innovation competitions in international and China markets. This not only fully affirms our ‘Innovation Never Stops’ motto, but also recognizes the professional expertise and excellent collaboration of our innovation and information technology teams in realizing innovative technologies and projects that continuously break through industry standards. We will continue to develop more innovative and customized solutions for customers to meet their corporate needs, enabling them with enhanced self-governance, flexibility and security, thus leading companies to thrive in the high-quality development of the ‘AI+’ era.”Actively Enhance Diverse Intelligent Technologies to Demonstrate Innovation CapabilitiesMoving into the AI+ new era, CITIC Telecom CPC is committed to fostering cutting-edge innovative technologies, including AI, big data, large language models, NLP, computer vision and cybersecurity  technologies, to develop disruptive solutions that effectively support the operations and business decisions of enterprises.CITIC Telecom CPC’s AI Databank received “International Innovation Awards 2024 – Service & Solution Category” organized by Enterprise Asia, in recognition of its outstanding innovation and application. This award aims to commend the innovative contributions of enterprises in the areas of services, products, processes and overall organizational development, leading revolutionary innovation, recognizing outstanding innovation and building a new business ecosystem for global enterprises. AI Databank empowers real-time data analysis, leveraging large data models at its core to refine industry-specific scenarios. It provides faster, more accurate and scientific data management and real-time reports, helping enterprises formulate effective strategies and achieve sustainable growth.In the Advanced FinTech AI Competition (AFAC) 2024, CITIC Telecom CPC team has clinched the recognition in the “Contradiction Identification and Vulnerability Discovery in Long Texts of Financial Rules” track with its “Large Model and Multi-Prompt of Text Error Detection” technology. The track requires extensive training in natural language processing for understanding, precise matching, and conflict detection, enabling it to identify relevant or conflicting content. According to the track topic, contestants have to design a universal detection model to identify text errors automatically. CITIC Telecom CPC team has compiled various Prompts according to different error types. When a text passes through each Prompt, content errors of each type will be detected, and finally found out all the content errors, covering contradictions in time, numerical values, statistics (such as finding the word “Q5 in 2024” is an incorrect quarter), detecting chronological inconsistencies (for example, timing conflicts between a project start date and its expiry date), repeated words,  inconsistencies and other vulnerabilities. The team’s detection technology boost the capabilities and accuracy of a company's internal AI assistant, such as detecting errors or loopholes in auto-generated content (answers, reports, etc.), and delivering customers with high-quality services.CITIC Telecom CPC’s innovative solutions and technologies are honored with five awards in the iFLYTEK Developer Competition. Firstly, in the “Intelligent Extraction of Micro-needle Technology Information in Texts based on Large Language Model” track, CITIC Telecom CPC designed a fine-tuned large language model solution (Supervised Fine-tuning, LLM SFT) to perform a minor alternation of a large model based on a small amount of professional literature data, improving the model's accuracy in retrieving content related to medical micro-needle system information by 40%. Secondly, in the “Text Translation under Minimal Resources Challenge” track, CITIC Telecom CPC's two-stage translation solution uses English as a translation bridge between minority languages ​​(such as Dutch) and Chinese to solve the problem of insufficient training data without using any existing translation techniques and models. Thirdly, in the “High-precision Capture of Portrait Videos in Complex Scenarios” track, the team performed image segmentation of low-resolution images and combined them with high-resolution images to produce high-precision captured images. Fourthly, in the “Object Detection of Vehicle Camera Images Challenge” track, CITIC Telecom CPC continues to increase data training to improve the recognition of dark light, small targets and other images (such as vehicles and pedestrians). Lastly, in the “Pedestrian Image Identification in Agricultural Scenario Challenge” track, the team enhanced agricultural scenarios data and used “ReRank” to re-arrange the matching results for better accuracy, helping managers in accessing working conditions and efficiency of agricultural workers.CITIC Telecom CPC actively encourages teams to participate in a variety of academic competitions, aiming not only to bolster foundational research and enhance teams' problem-solving capabilities using innovative technologies through comprehensive communication platforms, but also to cultivate research talent and teamwork. Diverse competition topics can further inspire teams to think outside the box, develop a range of innovative algorithms, and integrate multiple technological innovations to meet challenges. By strengthening the company's technical and data capabilities, and promoting AI deployments in industry-specific scenarios, CITIC Telecom CPC endeavors to generate business value for customers across diverse industries.Multiple AI+ Projects Lead Innovation across Diverse IndustriesCITIC Telecom CPC leverages its professional expertise and AI capabilities to address specific needs and challenges in a vast range of industries such as healthcare, finance, retail and manufacturing through customized algorithms, models and innovative AI solutions for data analysis and processing. A range of award-winning AI solutions and innovative technologies has demonstrated CITIC Telecom CPC’s dedication to continuous innovation. AI Databank seamlessly integrates large amounts of data from various operating systems to achieve advanced data analysis, management, modeling and real-time reporting functions. The newly-launched AI Pentest service under flagship solution TrustCSI™ 3.0 functions as an 24/7 automatic cybersecurity assistant in various industries, helping enterprises identify key vulnerabilities in networks and establish a robust defense against potential threats. AI Workflow facilitates a self-governance platform for official documents and workflows within enterprises, providing intellectual property, flexible and customization capabilities through automated office workflows such as conference room reservations, leave, reimbursements, business trips, overtime work, recruitment and training management etc., revolutionizing office efficiency, simplifying operations and boosting productivity.Mr. Ivan Lee added, “In welcoming 2025, we believe that these AI-driven solutions will be seamlessly integrated across diverse industries, empowering enterprises thrive in the AI+ new era, achieve operational efficiency, and foster the implementation of intelligent projects. At the forefront of innovation, our innovative research & development and information technology teams are actively pioneering ground-breaking technologies. In the future, more AI solutions are poised to revolutionize innovation across industries.”About CITIC Telecom CPCWe are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT™ private network solutions, TrustCSI™ information security solutions, DataHOUSE™ cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD™ cloud computing solutions.With the motto “Innovation Never Stops,” we leverage innovative technologies, embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies to transform technical potential into business value for our customers. As an enterprise digital transformation partner, we strive to help our customers achieve industry-leading positions, high agility, and cost-efficiency through digitalization.With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across nearly 160 countries and regions, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect nearly 170 points of presence (POPs), 60+ SDWAN gateways, 21 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and three dedicated 24x7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises.  We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers.For more information, please visit www.citictel-cpc.comMedia Contacts:Catherine YuenCITIC Telecom CPC  (852) 2170 7536Email: catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

第34屆教育及職業博覽今天盛大開幕

- 博覽雲集來自22個國家及地區的超過820家教育機構、政府部門、商界企業及專業學會等,提供最新升學就業資訊- 網羅終身學習課程,推動跨代學習- 提供超過4,000個就業機會,部份僱主更設即場面試- 大會免費提供「CV診所」服務,包括AI履歷優化、AI工作配對,一對一履歷諮詢和履歷照拍攝服務- 博覽特設四大主題日,舉辦名人分享及體驗工作坊等逾100場活動,歡迎公眾免費入場香港, 2025年1月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 由香港貿易發展局 (香港貿發局)主辦的第34屆教育及職業博覽今天開幕,一連四日(1月16至19日,星期四至日)於香港會議展覽中心舉行,雲集22個國家及地區、逾820家教育機構、政府部門、商界企業及專業學會等,為學生及在職人士提供最新與全方位的升學、進修及求職資訊,積極配合建設香港成國際專上教育樞紐及「搶人才」政策。博覽增設免費「CV診所」,涵蓋AI履歷優化、AI工作配對、一對一履歷諮詢及拍攝履歷照服務,並舉辦逾100場活動,邀請知名電影人林家棟、前港隊運動員馬詠茹及葉姵延等作分享,及設有多個適合親子參與的工作坊及體驗活動等;為期四天的博覽歡迎公眾人士免費入場。香港貿發局總裁方舜文及香港特別行政區政府勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡今早出席開幕典禮,方舜文在開幕致辭中表示:「教育及職業博覽踏入第34屆,多年來一直為公眾提供一個絕佳平台,一站式匯聚升學或就業的全方位最新資訊。今屆博覽以『力拼追夢 成就解鎖』為主題,不僅雲集各大教育機構、駐港總領事館代表等介紹本地、中國內地及海外升學資訊,亦邀請到多個政府部門、公營機構及私營企業招攬人才,讓各位在博覽中能探索出路,迎接未來新機遇。」配合建設香港成國際專上教育樞紐及「搶人才」政策今屆博覽劃分為「教育」及「職業」兩大專區,特設四大主題日,分別為「藝術與體育」、「旅遊與款待」、「科技創新」及「大灣區升學就業機會」,每日舉辦多個探討相關升學就業資訊及行業發展的活動,當中以「旅遊與款待」為主題的講座,配合政府早前發佈的《香港旅遊業發展藍圖2.0》中, 推動可持續旅遊及充實旅遊業人才庫等策略。展覽助學生及在職人士計劃並實踐理想,同時配合政府力推香港建設成國際專上教育樞紐及「搶人才」政策。邀知名電影人林家棟等星級嘉賓分享精闢見解大會在展期間舉辦逾100場活動,除了有本地、中國內地以及海外學府的多元化升學及進修資訊外,亦網羅各行各業的就業市場概況及趨勢,為求職者提供投身各行業策略與須知,同時邀請一眾星級名人及業內人士分享心得。教育及職業博覽部分精彩活動1月16日(星期四)- 《毒舌大狀》編劇、署理電影電視學院院長林均乘剖析藝術和電影行業- 前港隊運動員馬詠茹及葉姵延分享全職運動員退役的機遇與挑戰*- 香港藝術學院校友劉菁兒介紹藝術領域的多元發展方向- Jobsdb by SEEK香港區銷售總監劉振宇分享2025招聘及求職趨勢1月17日(星期五)- 著名演員、電影編劇及監製林家棟分享自身經歷*- 香港都會大學環球商業及市場系款待及旅遊管理課程主任傅瑞端探討款待業和旅遊業的趨勢及講解如何打造可持續未來*- 東華學院應用老年學課程(榮譽)理學士課程主任及助理教授梁迪敏探討生死教育及銀髮市場機遇*1月18日(星期六)- Preface創辦人及行政總裁盧炳棠探討掌握人工智能如何提升在未來職場的就業能力*- Google雲端平台亞太區產業技術團隊策略顧問翁偉基、霸菱多元資產小組投資經理謝文傑及TechJobAsia行政總裁陸政彤分享人工智能如何塑造學習和求職的未來*- 香港國際航空學院培訓及課程規劃助理經理盧冠庭講解成為民航機師的渠道及職業前景- C.I.S. Education Limited 收生經理孫柏恩分享投考英國頂尖大學攻略1月19日(星期日)- 大灣區共同家園青年公益基金助理總監王文文和學友社學生輔導中心主任許雅影分享大灣區升學資訊*- 香港工聯會副會長、香港工聯會大灣區社會服務社總幹事曾志文介紹「大灣區青年就業計劃」*- 學霸KOL趙小婷和2023年超級狀元古冰心分享摘星經驗,以及如何同時兼顧歌手、醫學生和教育機構創辦人身份**市民可於展會網站預先登記參加主題日講座系列及星級分享環節,座位有限,預先登記並出席活動可獲贈精美禮物一份。集22國家及地區機構 各地學府升學及進修資訊一應俱全今屆博覽的教育專區設有四大展區。焦點「本地教育」展區匯聚多家大學及專上院校,當中香港建造業整體工程量預計在未來會增至每年約3,000億元,需要大量專業人才,香港建造學院將在展覽介紹培養業界知識型技術人才的課程。「非本地升學」展區匯聚各國及地區駐港領事館、官方認可機構、大學等教育機構,提供歐美、亞洲、中國內地等地的升學諮詢服務。「終身學習」展區為不同年齡層及人生階段的人士提供多元化進修課程,當中僱員再培訓局會舉辦涉獵中醫保健知識 、網絡主播影片製作技巧等技能的多項學習活動。「青年廣場」展區則為年輕人提供生涯規劃和持續進修資訊,以及暑期工、實習、全職等各類工作機會。博覽提供超過4,000個就業機會「職業」展區提供超過4,000個就業機會,當中16個政府部門及7個公營機構均設有攤位,包括公務員事務局、數字政策辦公室等。其中公務員事務局在展位內設立招聘資訊櫃位,介紹不同政府部門及職系的工作,並邀請了十多個決策局和部門舉辦一系列「認識公務員職系」講座。此外,香港機場管理局等航空相關機構會在「航天角」為有志投身業界的人士提供培訓及就業資訊。社福機構、銀行、保險公司等亦在展會內招聘人才。「招聘廣場」展區集合多家求職平台、人事顧問公司及企業參展,將於會場接受求職者應徵,部分更設即場面試,求職人士可帶備履歷入場,申請職位。大會今年新增「CV診所」服務,包括求職者於網上平台利用AI優化履歷、以AI將履歷與教育及職業博覽逾4,000個職位空缺作配對,及於展覽現場接受一對一履歷諮詢和拍攝履歷照。有關服務由大會分別與招聘平台TechJobAsia及Jobsdb合作推出,求職者可以透過博覽網站,使用「CV診所」網上平台的服務,及預約在展會現場提供的服務,名額有限,請預先登記。展會亦設有一系列適合家長帶同子女參加的工作坊和體驗活動,例如用環保顏料改造紅酒箱和創作壁畫、用手機程式製作虛擬角色等,現場還有森巴舞體驗及警犬表演,參加者亦可以參與公務員事務局安排,涉獵多個政府部門工作的任務,及在消防處的展位體驗體能訓練,及穿上兒童版消防制服拍照。四天展期內歡迎公眾人士免費入場,預先登記入場更可獲贈精美禮品一份,名額有限,先登記先得。圖片下載:http://bit.ly/3C7fyya香港特別行政區政府勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡於今早舉行的第34屆香港貿發局教育及職業博覽開幕禮上致開幕辭。香港貿發局總裁方舜文在開幕致辭中表示,教育及職業博覽多年來一直為公眾提供一個絕佳平台,一站式匯聚升學或就業的全方位最新資訊,她期望入場人士能在博覽中找到新機遇。(左起)香港演藝學院副校長(行政)顏慶璋、香港建造學院院長楊文武、職業訓練局副執行幹事任影嬋、香港貿發局總裁方舜文、香港特別行政區政府勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡、法國駐港澳總領事館副總領事胡彬、德國駐香港總領事館副總領事Stefanie Seedig,以及僱員再培訓局行政總監吳國強為開幕禮剪綵。香港特別行政區政府勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡今早於教育及職業博覽現場參觀了不同展區,期間還參與了香港消防處展位帶來的體能訓練體驗。教育專區設有四大展區,其中「本地教育」展區匯聚多家大學及專上學院參展。香港壁畫協會邀請入場人士以環保顏料集體創作壁畫,帶出每個人都可以成為藝術家的訊息。博覽特設四大主題日,開幕首日以「藝術與體育」為主軸,請來電影《毒舌大狀》編劇、署理電影電視學院院長林均乘剖析藝術和電影行業。前港隊運動員馬詠茹(左)及葉姵延(右)分享由全職運動員退役的機遇與挑戰。職業專區帶來超過4,000個就業機會,大會特別設立「CV診所」,提供一對一履歷諮詢等服務。職業專區帶來的「CV診所」當中,服務亦包括讓求職者在網上平台進行AI優化履歷、更可利用AI將履歷與教育及職業博覽逾4,000個職位空缺作配對。教育及職業博覽網頁:hkeducationexpo.hktdc.com/tc活動資訊:https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkeducationexpo/tc香港貿發局新聞中心:https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc傳媒查詢新聞界如有查詢,請聯絡香港貿發局傳訊及公共事務部:張希雯電話:(852) 2584 4369電郵:clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.org蘇顯博電話:(852) 2584 4049電郵:stanley.hp.so@hktdc.org香港貿易發展局簡介香港貿易發展局(香港貿發局)是於1966年成立的法定機構,負責促進、協助和發展香港貿易。香港貿發局在世界各地設有超過50個辦事處,其中13個設於中國內地,致力推廣本港作為雙向環球投資及商業樞紐。香港貿發局通過舉辦國際展覽會、會議及商貿考察團,為企業(尤其是中小企)開拓內地和環球市場的機遇。香港貿發局亦通過研究報告和數碼資訊平台,提供最新的市場分析和產品資訊。有關香港貿發局的其他資訊,請瀏覽www.hktdc.com/aboutus/tc。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

2025年開門紅:中信國際電訊CPC 憑藉AI 創新能力獲得多個獎項

香港, 2025年1月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中信國際電訊集團有限公司(「中信國際電訊」,香港交易所股份代號:1883)全資擁有的中信國際電訊(信息技術) 有限公司(「中信國際電訊CPC」)宣布近月榮獲多項具代表性獎項,彰顯其AI創新能力持續突破界限,不斷完善多元化的智能技術,提升數據分析、大模型、自然語言技術、電腦視覺和信息安全能力,為千行百業及不同場景定制革新解決方案,助力企業融入AI+新時代,迎來2025年的開門紅。多個創新獎項來自多個技術及行業賽道,包括:- 憑藉智數庫 (AI Databank)榮獲「國際創新獎 2024 - 服務及解決方案類別」- AFAC2024金融智能創新大賽 - 文本矛盾識別與漏洞發現- 訊飛AI開發者大賽五個賽道獎項(1)基於大模型的微針技術文獻信息智能提取挑戰賽(2)複雜場景下人像視頻高精度摳圖(3)車載相機圖像的目標檢測挑戰賽(4)農業行人重識別挑戰賽(5)低資源文本翻譯挑戰賽  中信國際電訊 CPC 創新研發及信息技術部副總裁李超群先生表示:「我們很榮幸於國際及中國內地三個業界具代表性的創新大賽中斬獲多個獎項,不但充分肯定我們"創新不斷"的服務理念,也表彰了創新研發及信息技術團隊持續突破的創新技術和應用項目的實踐能力廣受業界好評。我們將持續提煉更多創新方案,為客戶量身定制符合其企業需求的解決方案,讓其擁有更強的自主控制、靈活性和安全性,引領企業進入高品質發展的"AI+"時代。」積極提升多元化的智能技術 展示創新實力走向AI+新時代,中信國際電訊CPC一直推動前沿智能技術,積極利用AI、大數據、大模型、自然語言處理、電腦視覺和信息安全等創新技術硏發變革性解決方案,支援企業客戶的營運及發展決策。中信國際電訊CPC的智數庫 (AI Databank) 憑藉傑出的創新應用,榮獲亞洲企業商會所頒發的「國際創新獎2024 - 服務及解決方案類別」。此獎項旨在表彰企業在服務、產品、流程和整體組織發展方面的創新貢獻,引領革命創新、表揚出色的創新成果,為全球企業打造全新的商業生態系統。中信國際電訊CPC的 AI Databank賦能實時數據分析,並以大數據模型為核心,提煉不同小場應用,提供更快、更準與更科學的數據管理與即時報表,助企業制定有效策略,實現可持續增長。在「AFAC2024金融智能創新大賽」中,中信國際電訊CPC團隊在「金融規劃長文本中的矛盾識別與漏洞發現」賽題,憑藉"大模型與多Prompt策略的文本錯誤檢測"技術得到評委認同授獎。賽道是以自然語言技術經過深度訓練進行理解、精準匹配和矛盾檢測,識別相關或衝突的內容。根據賽題,參賽者需設計一套通用的檢測模型自動識別文本錯誤的問題。中信國際電訊CPC團隊根據不同的錯誤類型編寫了不同的 Prompt,文本經過每個 Prompt 時會檢測對應的錯誤內容,最後得出所有錯誤內容,涵蓋檢測時間、數值、統計等矛盾 (例如找出文本內"2024年Q5"是錯誤的季度),檢測前後時間順序矛盾 (例如項目起動與截止日期在時序上出現矛盾),語句重複、前後描述不一致等漏洞。團隊所開發的檢測技術有效提升企業內部AI智能助手能力及準確度,例如發現自動識別生成內容(回答、報告等)的錯誤或漏洞,為用戶提供高質量的服務。中信國際電訊CPC在「訊飛AI開發者大賽」憑藉不同的創新方案及技術囊括五個賽道多個大獎。首先,在「基於大模型的微針技術文獻信息智能提取挑戰賽」賽題,中信國際電訊CPC設計大型語言模型微調方案(Supervised Fine-tuning, LLM SFT),就少量專業文獻數據微調大模型,提升模型在檢索文獻有關醫療微針系統信息40%準確度。第二,在「低資源文本翻譯挑戰賽」賽題,中信國際電訊CPC的兩階段翻譯方案,在不使用任何現有翻譯功能與模型的前提下,以英文作為小語言 (例如荷蘭語) 與中文的翻譯橋樑,解決訓練數據不足問題。第三,在「複雜場景下人像視頻高精度摳圖」賽題,團隊對低解像度圖片進行影像分割,結合高解像度圖片,成果產生高精度摳圖結果。第四,在「車載相機圖像的目標檢測挑戰賽」賽題,中信國際電訊CPC持續增強數據訓練,提升對暗光、小目標等影像 (例如車輛、行人) 的辨識效果。最後,在「農業行人重識別挑戰賽」賽題,團隊針對農業場景進行數據增強,使用ReRank(重排)對配對結果重新排序,並提升配對準確率,有助於管理者了解農務人員的工作狀況與效率。中信國際電訊CPC積極鼓勵團隊參與不同學術競賽活動,不但透過全方位的交流平台加强基礎研究,提高團隊運用創新技術解決實際問題能力,更可培養科研人才和團隊高水平合作。不同賽道賽題更可推動團隊突破思維,建模一系列創新算法應用融合多項技術創新突破挑戰。夯實公司從技術賦能到數據賦能,推動AI小場景應用落地,為客戶及千行百業創造更多價值。成就多項AI+項目 引領行業創新潮流中信國際電訊CPC運用其專業知識及AI能力,透過客製化演算法、模型及數據分析及處理的創新AI方案,應對不同行業例如醫療保健、金融、零售、製造業等的特定需求及挑戰。憑藉一系列屢獲殊榮的人工智慧解決方案及創新技術展現持續創新的承諾。AI Databank能夠無縫整合來自各種營運系統的海量數據,實現先進的數據分析、管理、建模和實時報告功能。其旗艦產品TrustCSI™ 雲網神盾的AI滲透測試服務是最新智能解決方案,適用於不同行業的24/7全自動化的網絡安全助手,協助找出致命漏洞,並建立強大的防禦機制。另外,AI Workflow更有效為企業建立一個自主可控的公文與事務流程應用,提供可控的知識產權及靈活定制能力,通過自動化辦公流程如會議室預定,休假,報銷,出差,加班,招聘及培訓管理等,徹底改變了辦公效率,推動了簡化營運和提高生產力。李超群先生續說:「迎來2025年的到來,我們相信這一系列AI創新方案將無縫融入各行業,助力企業走向AI+新時代,實現更高效的營運,也推動數智化項目落地。創新研發及信息技術團隊也在不懈努力,未來,將推出更多的AI解決方案,引領行業創新潮流。」中信國際電訊CPC簡介中信國際電訊(信息技術)有限公司(「中信國際電訊CPC」)是中信國際電訊集團有限公司(香港交易所股份代號:1883)的全資附屬公司,一直矢志透過先進技術及旗艦解決方案,包括TrueCONNECT™專用網絡服務、TrustCSI™信息安全解決方案、DataHOUSE™全球統一雲數據中心解決方案及SmartCLOUD™雲端運算解決方案,為全球跨國企業提供綜合數碼解決方案, 滿足不同行業的ICT服務需求。憑借「創新‧不斷」的服務理念,中信國際電訊CPC積極利用創新技術,提煉"技術賦能",將人工智能、擴增實境、大數據,物聯網和其他尖端新興技術,融合深度學習及智能數據分析技術,轉化為"數據賦能"生成式AI+應用,重塑企業智能營運之旅。中信國際電訊CPC以「服務在地,連接全球」的優勢,承諾為客戶提供最優質的一站式ICT服務。全球化網絡資源連接近170個服務據點、60多個SDWAN 網關;21個雲服務中心、30多個數據中心及3個全天候運作的安全運作中心,服務遍布约160個國家和地區,無縫連接亞洲、歐美、非洲、中東以及中亞等地區 。透過全球化服務佈局,多年不斷深耕各個行業與領域經驗,一系列國際認證(SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001、14001、20000、27001 及27017),確保為企業提供國際化標準及專業在地服務能力,成為客戶信賴的信息智能化服務供應商。請瀏覽www.citictel-cpc.com 獲取更多資訊。傳媒查詢:Catherine Yuen中信國際電訊CPC(852)21707536電郵:catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

Military Metals Announces Definitive Agreement for Purchase of Additional Claims at Its West Gore Antimony Property

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 16, 2025) - Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90) (the "Company" or "Military") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement (the "Agreement"), dated effective January 15, 2025 to acquire further claims surrounding its West Gore Antimony Project ("West Gore" or the "Project") to consolidate the mineralized area located in Nova Scotia, Canada (the "Transaction"). A historically significant antimony producer, West Gore produced 7,000 tonnes of antimony concentrate grading 46% antimony between 1914 to 1917, making a significant contribution to the Allied war effort during World War One until a shipment to England was sunk by a German U-boat and the company then operating went bankrupt.West Gore consists of four exploration licenses comprising 585 hectares located in Hants County, Nova Scotia, Canada, and the newly acquired ground adds 388 hectares under additional exploration licenses to the immediate northwest of the Project, which is thought to comprise the balance of the West Gore antimony-gold mineralized system and includes its historical mine workings. The Company has acquired a 100% interest in the additional claims for $235,000 from ExplORE Resources Ltd. ("ExplORE"), which is spread over two years and ExplORE will receive a 3% Net Smelter Royalty ("NSR"). The NSR buydown provisions include $500,000 on the first 1%, and $1,000,000 on an additional 1%, providing Military the opportunity to reduce the overall NSR to 1% at its sole discretion.The historical West Gore mines have a mining history dating back to 1883 and were a significant source of antimony during the First World War, most of which was shipped to England. Total production of gold and antimony between 1883 and 1917, the last recorded year of production, remains unknown. However, between 1914 and 1917, nearly 32,000 tonnes were mined yielding over 7,000 tonnes of antimony concentrate grading 46% antimony. The total amount of gold recovered up to 1917 was estimated to be nearly 6,900 ounces. Aside from minor exploration work in the 1960s, the 1980s, and again over the past few years, the West Gore system remains essentially unexplored in modern times.With the acquisition of the new claims on completion of the Transaction, the Company will gain significant coverage over the mineralized system including all the historical mine workings and known antimony-gold occurrences with additional ground along trend in both directions as exhibited in Map 1 below. This in turn is anticipated to enable the Company to approach this antimony-gold system in its entirety to unlock future value. All relevant data are in the process of being compiled into an integrated digital database, with exploration plans to follow.Map 1: West Gore Project ClaimsTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/237404_6e1e7c83d40478cc_001full.jpgAntimony-gold mineralization at West Gore is hosted in graphitic and sulfide-bearing slates of the lower units of the Cambrian-age Halifax Formation that were deformed into a northeast-trending, upright, closed syncline and metamorphosed to greenschist facies during the regional Acadian orogeny. Mineralization occurs as stibnite, native antimony, aurostibnite, and antimony-gold alloys and oxides. Whereas the fold belt strikes northeast-southwest, mineralized structures trend northwest-southeast.The technical contents of this release were reviewed and approved by Avrom E. Howard, MSc, PGeo, geological consultant to Military Metals and a qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.About Military Metals Corp. The Company is a British Columbia-based mineral exploration company that is primarily engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties with a focus on antimony.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD of DIRECTORSFor more information, please contact:Scott EldridgeCEO and Directorscott@militarymetalscorp.com or info@militarymetalscorp.comFor enquiries, please call 604-537-7556This news release contains "forward-looking information". Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information in this news release includes statements related to the completion of the Transaction, as well as future plans for exploration activities, and assumptions related to the continuation of the global demand for antimony. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this news release. These include entry into a definitive agreement in respect of the Acquisition, meeting the conditions to close the Acquisition, geopolitical developments related to the supply of antimony, the continued use of antimony and availability of alternatives, availability of capital and labour in respect of the properties that are the subjects of this news release, the results of any future exploration activities, which cannot be guaranteed, and such other factors as may impact both the Acquisition and any future activities in respect of the properties held by the Target. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company's public filings under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward looking statements if circumstances, management's estimates or opinions should change, except as required by securities legislation. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/237404 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

W Capital Markets Pte Ltd raises Series B round at Post-Money Valuation of S$42 million

SINGAPORE, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - W Capital Markets Pte Ltd (“W Capital Markets” or the “Company”), a dynamic corporate finance firm with a Capital Markets Services (“CMS”) licence issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and an accredited SGX Mainboard IPO issue manager and Catalist Continuing Sponsor authorised by the Singapore Exchange (“SGX-ST”), has completed its Series B fundraising round in December 2024 with the strong support of several esteemed investors.The Company founded in July 2018 by veteran M&A investment banker, Mr Wayne Lee, has completed more than 50 notable capital market transactions since its inception, ranging from S$50 million to S$3.0 billion.Helmed by a team of reputable and highly experienced M&A and IPO investment bankers, W Capital Markets’ Board of Directors includes Mr Wayne Lee, Mr Sin Boon Ann, Mr Tan Wang Cheow and representatives from the Nanshan Group (a Chinese conglomerate which is ranked among the top 200 enterprises in China), namely Mdm Chen Aijun and Mr Sui Xinpeng. Also, Mr. Inderbethal Singh Thakral, CEO and Executive Director of SGX Mainboard listed Thakral Corporation Ltd, is a Board Observer of W Capital Markets.The vision of W Capital Markets is to be an international financial group with presence in key financial centres and be recognized as a premier corporate finance powerhouse in the Asia Pacific region.“We are delighted and honoured to receive such strong support from the esteemed and well-regarded investors who joined us as shareholders in this Series B round, which include several existing seed shareholders, a billionaire single-family office, listed companies and well-respected business owners. With our expansion into new business segment in advising companies to list on the NASDAQ Capital Market and significant increase in M&A activities and deal completions in 2025, coupled with our advisory business for SGX-listed companies, the successful completion of this Series B round will pave the way forward for W Capital Markets to continue to grow its investment banking business and soar to greater heights as one of the top corporate finance firms in Singapore.” said Mr Wayne Lee, Founding Chairman and CEO of W Capital Markets.About W Capital MarketsW Capital Markets is a holder of the Capital Markets Services licence issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore to conduct the regulated activities of “Advising on Corporate Finance” and “Dealing in Capital Market Products that are Securities and units in a Collective Investment Scheme” and is an accredited Mainboard IPO Issue Manager and Catalist Continuing Sponsor authorised by the SGX-ST. It provides a full suite of bespoke investment banking services, including M&As, NASDAQ IPOs, Pre-IPO & Secondary Fund Raising, Continuing Sponsorship and Financial Advisory with a focus on mid-cap companies (S$50 million to S$1 billion enterprise value) in the Asia Pacific region.W Capital Private Equity VCC (“WPE”), as an associate of W Capital Markets, value-adds strategically to W Capital Markets by investing into promising small-medium enterprises from Series B to Pre-IPO stage in Singapore.In 2022, Mr Wayne Lee won the prestigious EYA Entrepreneur of the Year - New Entrepreneur Category.For more information about W Capital Markets, visit www.wcapitalmarkets.com.sg.Media contactsFor W Capital Markets:Wayne Lee:waynelee@wcapitalmarkets.com.sgTel: (65) 6513 3538 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Thailand’s Pioneering Industrial Estate Company Amata Corp. Celebrates 50 Years in Business

Chonburi, Thailand , Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Amata Corporation, a Stock Exchange of Thailand-listed industrial estate, is celebrating this year the 50 years in business of its founder, Mr Vikrom Kromadit, and the success of the group’s business operations in Thailand and Vietnam. The two countries are attracting global manufacturing companies seeking to establish a base in Southeast Asia to weather geopolitical uncertainties.Aerial view on Amata City Chonburi, the company’s flagship project in ThailandMr. Vikrom Kromadit, Founder and Chairman of Amata Corporation Public Company LimitedThe story of Amata started in the mid-1970s, when Mr Vikrom, then a young graduate from the Taiwan National University, set up on an entrepreneurial journey in his native country, Thailand. After forays in import-export and business consulting, he entered the industrial estate business. Amata now manages full-service industrial parks in Thailand and Vietnam that are home to over 1,500 factory and commercial outlets.Amata’s clients include many Global Fortune 500 (2023) groups such as BASF, BMW, Bosch, Bridgestone, Brystol-Myers Squibb, Cardinal Health, Conch, Denso, Foxconn, GAC, Idemitsu, Magna, Mitsubishi Chemical and Mitsubishi Electric, Nestlé, PepsiCo, Posco, Sony, Toyota Tsusho, Toyota, etc.The five large industrial parks the company manages in Thailand—including Amata City Chonburi, the company single-largest estate—and the seven projects, including industrial parks and townships, that its affiliate Amata VN manages in all key economic zones of Vietnam, are no ordinary industrial estates. The parks offer ample water supply and wastewater treatment, stable electricity supply, including a fast-rising share of renewable energy, mostly solar, as well as schools and pleasant residential areas.“At Amata, our objective is to build the most perfect possible cities ensuring sustainability and financial stability through careful urban planning, state-of-the-art utilities, and dedicated management,” said Mr Vikrom, who will be 72 in March this year. “We select perfect locations near deep seaports and airports, as that’s the most important success factor for industrial parks. But we also add facilities that go one well beyond that to make our parks liveable cities, ensuring a convenient and clean environment to all.”The total industrial land managed by Amata, which started in 1989 with a six-hectare pocket of land, now represents around 150 sq. km. across the region, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar. The company has another equivalent amount of land in reserve, ready for future expansion.The development in Laos, in the country’s northern province of Udomxai, is located next to the Namor station of the Lao-China Railway line. This new smart and eco-industrial park focuses on renewable energy, agro-industries, as well as the automotive and electronics sectors.“In all countries where we operate, Amata’s focus is to live up to its name, which means ‘Eternity’ in Sanskrit. We want to make sure that the prosperity we are bringing to all these locations will still be there to make people’s lives better in another 50 years,” Mr Vikrom said.The group’s 50th anniversary celebration is scheduled 17th January 2025.About Amata Corporation PCL.Amata Corporation PCL., listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) in 1997, focuses on industrial real estate development and related business in Thailand and other countries. According to its 2023 annual report, 45 subsidiaries and associate companies in which Amata Corporation holds shares directly or indirectly operate industrial estates, provide urban development, utilities, and services, or serve as holding companies.Amata Corporation is the major shareholder of Amata VN PCL., also a publicly listed company on the Stock Exchange of Thailand since 2015. All investments and businesses in Vietnam are made through Amata VN. For more information, visit https://amata.com/. For more information, please contact: Amata Corporation PCL.Corporate Communicationcommunication@amata.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Quam Plus Financial Becomes a Gold Sponsor

HONG KONG, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Quam Plus International Financial Limited ("Quam Plus Financial" or the “Group”) is honored to congratulate the successful holding of the “2024 Hong Kong Capital Market Forum” at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong. It is our great honor to be the platinum sponsor of this event, and Dr. Kenneth Lam, Co-Chairman and CEO of the Group, has been invited to serve as the Chairman of the Organizing Committee. Together with other members of the senior management team, we joined numerous professionals from the capital markets, government agencies, academia, and the financial industry to explore ways to further enhance the economic momentum of Hong Kong.The forum was organized by The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies, The Hong Kong Institute of Directors, and the Hong Kong Association of Registered Public Interest Entity Auditors Limited, with strong support from institutions such as the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Securities and Futures Commission and the Accounting and Financial Reporting Council.This year's forum is themed "How to Enhance Economic Vitality and Strengthen Competitiveness." The conference invited Mr. Qi Bin, Deputy Director of the Central Government's Liaison Office in Hong Kong Administrative Region, and Mr. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, as guest speakers.Mr. Qi stated, "Last year, with strong support from the central government and the joint efforts of various sectors in Hong Kong, the economy showed steady improvement. The central government intensified macroeconomic regulation and introduced a series of incremental policies, which also helped reverse the decline in the Hong Kong stock market last year."Mr. Paul Chan pointed out, "This week, the People's Bank of China and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced several measures to deepen financial cooperation, greatly enhancing Hong Kong's ability to connect with mainland and overseas capital markets." He also noted, "As long as Hong Kong continues to embrace reform, dare to innovate, seize opportunities, and effectively play the roles of a super connector and a super value creator, it can inject new momentum into the financial development of Hong Kong and contribute even more to the country's goal of becoming a financial powerhouse."Dr. Kenneth Lam delivered the opening speech at the forum, stating “Market progress does not solely rely on the efforts of the government and regulatory bodies. As market participants, we also bear responsibility. This is one of the important reasons we are holding this forum today. We hope to gather the wisest perspectives and richest experiences from the industry to jointly explore the right development path for Hong Kong, helping us rise and become stronger amidst challenges.”As an important bridge connecting mainland China with international markets, Hong Kong has long leveraged its unique position to become a global hub for capital flows. However, as the global economic landscape continues to reshape, Hong Kong's capital market is at a critical moment filled with challenges and opportunities. Against this backdrop, this year's forum aimed to explore how to further stimulate market vitality in a complex environment. Political and business leaders engaged in various sessions, including keynote speeches and discussions, to vigorously debate how to consolidate Hong Kong's core competitive advantages as an international financial center and deepen its important role in global and national development.About Quam Plus International Financial LimitedQuam Plus International Financial Limited (the “Company”, Stock Code: 00952.HK) is a Hong Kong based financial services group which is listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. The Company was publicly listed in Hong Kong in 1997, it is committed to building a comprehensive, full-licensed integrated financial platform. The core businesses of the Company are brokerage business, interest income business, corporate finance business, asset management business and investments and others businesses. The Company strives to become the ideal partner for both corporate and individual investors in Hong Kong and China. The Company also offers premier one-stop financial services to its clients. The Company continued to provide capital markets services through its representative office or the wholly-owned foreign enterprise in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Shenyang, Ningbo, Beijing, Chengdu, Hangzhou and Xiamen of the PRC and through its networks of Global Alliance Partners network and Oaklins International.For further information, please contact:Quam IR LimitedMandy Lo Tel: (852) 2217-2753 Email: mandy.lo@quamgroup.comCharlie Chan Tel: (852) 2217-2504 Email: charlie.chan@quamgroup.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

華富建業金融成為黃金贊助商

香港, 2025年1月16日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 華富建業國際金融有限公司(下稱 「華富建業金融」或 「集團」)欣然祝賀「2025香港資本市場論壇」於香港君悅酒店圓滿舉行。華富建業金融十分榮幸成為是次活動的黄金贊助商,集團聯席主席暨行政總裁林建興博士亦獲邀出任籌委會主席,聯同多位管理層成員共赴盛事,與多位來自資本市場、政府機構、學術界和金融行業專業人士聚首一堂,共同探討如果進一步增強本港經濟動力。論壇由香港上市公司商會、香港董事學會及香港上市公司審核師協會有限公司主辦,另由香港交易所、證券及期貨事務監察委員會、會計及財務匯報局等機構鼎力支持。今年論壇以「如何提升經濟活力和強化競爭力」為題,大會邀請得中央政府駐港聯絡辦公室副主任祁斌先生及香港特別行政區財政司司長陳茂波先生擔任主禮嘉賓。中聯辦副主任祁斌先生表示「去年在中央大力支持及香港各界共同努力下,香港經濟穩中向好;中央加大宏觀調控力度推出一系列增量政策,亦帶動去年港股市場扭轉頹勢。」財政司司長陳茂波先生指:「人民銀行與香港金管局本周宣布多項深化金融合作舉措,讓香港聯通內地和海外資本市場的功能和競爭力大大提升。」又指出,「只要本港繼續勇於改革,敢於創新,搶抓機遇,發揮好超級聯繫人和超級增值人角色和功能,可以為香港金融發展注入新動能,亦能為國家金融強國建設貢獻更大力量。」華富建業金融聯席主席暨行政總裁林建興博士為論壇開幕致辭,他表示:「市場的進步不僅僅依賴於政府和監管機構的努力。我們作為市場參與者,同樣肩負著責任。因此,這也是我們今天舉辦本次論壇的重要原因。我們希望能夠匯聚業界最睿智的觀點和最豐富的經驗,共同為香港探索一條正確的發展道路,幫助我們在挑戰中崛起,並變得更強大。」作為連接中國內地與國際市場的重要橋樑,香港長期以來憑藉其獨特的地位,成為全球資本流動樞紐。然而隨著全球經濟格局持續重塑,香港資本市場正處於一個充滿挑戰與機遇的關鍵時刻。在此背景下,今年的論壇旨在探討如何在複雜的環境中,進一步激發市場活力,眾多政商翹楚於展開多個環節,包括專題演講及討論等,熱烈討論如何鞏固香港作為國際金融中心的核心競爭優勢,並深化其在全球及國家發展中的重要角色。關於華富建業國際金融有限公司華富建業國際金融有限公司(「本公司」,股份代號: 00952.HK),為香港聯合交易所有限公司的主板上市公司,是一家以香港為基地的金融服務機構。本集團於1997年在香港上市,致力打造成為全方位,全牌照的綜合性金融平台。公司主要業務包括經紀業務、利息收入業務、企業融資業務、資產管理業務和投資及其他業務。本公司致力成為香港及中國企業與個人投資者的理想金融服務夥伴,並為客戶提供卓越的一站式財經服務。本公司並透過中國深圳、上海、瀋陽、寧波、北京、成都、杭州及廈門的代表處或全資擁有的外資企業,以及透過Global Alliance Partners 及Oaklins International 的網路及成員,為客戶提供資本市場服務。如有垂詢,請聯繫:華富投資者關係有限公司盧秋玲 (Mandy Lo) 電話:(852) 2217-2753 電郵:mandy.lo@quamgroup.com陳碧虹 (Charlie Chan) 電話:(852) 2217-2504 電郵:charlie.chan@quamgroup.com Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

Li Ning Becomes Official Sportswear Partner for the Chinese Olympic Committee and Delegation from 2025 to 2028

HONG KONG, Jan 15, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Shanghai United Assets and Equity Exchange announced that Li Ning Company Limited (“Li Ning” or the "Company") has been awarded the rights to serve as the official sportswear partner for China's Olympic delegation. Li Ning will provide sportswear for both the Chinese Olympic Committee and the Chinese Sports Delegation from 2025 to 2028.Li Ning has been a long-term supporter of sports development in China. From 1992 to 2004, the brand proudly served as the official sportswear partner for four consecutive Olympic Games, supporting China’s athletes on the global stage. For more than three decades, Li Ning has also consistently supported various Chinese national sports teams competing internationally.Mr. Li Ning, Founder and Chairman of Li Ning, stated,A “We are truly honoured to once again partner with the Chinese Olympic Committee and the Chinese Sports Delegation after so many years. This partnership reflects the trust and confidence given to us by the General Administration of Sport of China and the Chinese Olympic Committee. We remain committed to our core value of 'serving the public with sportsmanship' while promoting both the spirit of sports and the Olympic spirit. Our goal is to support the development of China's sports industry and inspire more individuals to adopt an active lifestyle, experience the joy of sports, and share in the pride of China's Olympic aspirations through our products and experiences."Looking ahead, Li Ning is committed to delivering exceptional sportswear and efficient support to the Chinese Sports Delegation and athletes pursuing their dreams in leading international sporting competitions. Li Ning firmly believes that "Anything is Possible"! Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

A Year in Review: The Success of Strategic Offshoring and New-Shoring

MUMBAI, INDIA, Jan 15, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SRKay Consulting Group announces the release of its latest whitepaper, “A Year in Review: The Success of Strategic Offshoring and New-Shoring,” offering a comprehensive analysis of global business strategies in 2024. This whitepaper provides actionable insights for organizations leveraging offshoring and new-shoring to achieve innovation-driven, resilient operations.Context and Market Overview2024 marked a pivotal year for global offshoring strategies, shifting from cost-saving models to value-driven approaches emphasizing innovation and sustainability. India emerged as a leader in new shoring, supported by advancements in Global Capability Centers (GCCs), robust digital infrastructure, and an adaptable workforce. These trends underscore India's position as a critical hub for global businesses seeking long-term partnerships and operational excellence.Key Findings and Insights1. Advancements in New-ShoringCompanies accelerated R&D efforts, reducing time-to-market and aligning with ESG goals.Renewable energy and green infrastructure became central to operational strategies.2. Rise of Emerging CitiesTier-II and Tier-III cities like Visakhapatnam and Nagpur gained prominence as innovation hubs, offering 20–30% cost advantages.3. Sustainability Integration57% of organizations prioritized ESG goals, embedding sustainability into their operations and partnerships.Expert Insights“India’s transformation into a global leader in offshoring and new-shoring is a testament to its adaptable workforce, digital infrastructure, and innovation-driven ecosystem. This whitepaper offers organizations a roadmap to leverage India’s strategic advantages for sustainable growth and success,” said Karunjit Kumar Dhir, CEO, SRKay Consulting Group.Detailed AnalysisThe report delves into India’s unique advantages for global investors, including:Cost Efficiency: 63% of companies reported significant savings, redirecting resources to R&D and sustainability initiatives.Talent Access: With 65% of the workforce under 35, India’s skilled professionals in AI, data analytics, and automation drove success for 43% of respondents.Innovation: Programs like Digital India propelled advancements in AI, IoT, and blockchain, enabling 88% of surveyed organizations to achieve improved efficiency.Market Adaptability: India’s growing middle class and regional expansion opportunities supported faster time-to-market for customized solutions.Future OutlookIndia’s strategic positioning as a hub for offshoring and new-shoring is expected to grow, with key trends including:Emerging Hubs: Tier-II/III cities like Nagpur and Coimbatore offer untapped potential and cost benefits.Technological Integration: AI, 5G, blockchain, and cloud technologies are reshaping operational efficiencies.Sustainability Focus: Green infrastructure and circular economy models are becoming central to business strategies.Call to Action (CTA)Download the Whitepaper and discover how strategic offshoring and new-shoring in India can drive your business’s growth and innovation.About SRKay Consulting GroupOperating across eight countries, SRKay Consulting Group specializes in establishing efficient GCCs and offshore entities. With a focus on innovation, regulatory expertise, and operational precision, SRKay empowers businesses to unlock global opportunities and achieve sustainable growth.Contact Information:Komaldeep KaurEmail: Komal@mianext.comExplore More: www.srkay.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TransNusa Welcomes 2025 by Launching Bali – Perth International Route

JAKARTA, Jan 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri (TransNusa), the new player with new rules, kick starts 2025 by introducing a new international route from Indonesia’s renowned tourism destination, Bali to Perth, Australia.TransNusa started selling the flight tickets, which are priced from IDR 1.799.000 onwards, AUD 169 onwards, CNY 782 onwards, USD 163 onwards, and MYR 514 onwards, on January 15. The TransNusa flight tickets can be purchased at transnusa.co.id or any secure online travel agent.TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said that TransNusa has introduced this new international route in order to provide passengers with additional travel choices.“The Bali - Perth international route is a golden route as the highest number of tourists, almost every year, in Bali are from Perth. Hence, the demand for this route is equally significant,” said Datuk Bernard, adding that TransNusa will be launching the maiden flight from Bali to Perth on March 20, this year.On the details of the scheduled flights, Datuk Bernard explained, “Initially, TransNusa will operate three scheduled flights a week, which will be on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. From April 12, we will increase the frequency to four times a week by adding another flight on Tuesday and eventually increase the frequency to a daily flight from June 1 onwards.”TransNusa’s scheduled flight, 8B 080 (DPS-PER), will depart Bali at 09.10am from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport and arrive the Perth Airport at 12.50pm. The flight, 8B 081 (PER-DPS), will depart Perth Airport at 13.35pm and arrive at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali on 17.20pm. TransNusa will be utilising its Airbus A320 that has a seat capacity of 174 for this international route that has a 3 hours and 40 minutes flight duration.Apart from the Bali-Perth international route, TransNusa also operates scheduled flights from Bali to Indonesia’s diving haven, Manado. TransNusa has five scheduled flights to Manado from Bali on a weekly basis. As such, tourists from Perth will also have an opportunity to visit Manado with a direct flight from Perth.For its international flights, TransNusa not only provide premium services with competitive ticket prices, but the airline also has attractive product bundles called SEAT, SEAT-PLUS and FLEXI-PRO."Our passengers will enjoy check-in baggage of between 15kgs to 30 kgs, depending on the product purchased,” Datuk Bernard said, explaining that the baggage offering was over and above the 7kgs limit offered as a passenger’s hand carry.“For the highest package, FLEXI-PRO, we provide more complete services such as free baggage 30kgs, free to choose seats, free food, and drinks, priority at check-in and boarding. In addition, TransNusa also provides its FLEXI-PRO passengers with the ability to be able to change their flight schedule without restrictions and obtain refund when needed.”TransNusa, which aims to ensure its passengers travel with ease and comfort, has also configured their A320s with a 174-seat configuration, which allows for passengers to enjoy about 30 inches of legroom, comparable to the experience passengers would get in a full-service airline."We are committed to providing affordable and competitive ticket prices, while still providing premium services to our customers.” Stressed Datuk Bernard.TransNusa, A Short HistoryTransNusa, which had to close its business operation in September 2020 due to impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the aviation industry, started operations again after injection of new shareholders and a new management team led by aviation expert, Datuk Bernard, in October 2022.Within 6 months, the airline introduced its first international route between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur and celebrated its first-year anniversary for this route on April 14, 2024.“When we re-launched TransNusa in October 2022, we started from the bottom again. We had no aircraft or roadmap to follow. Everything was new because the pandemic had broken the aviation business operations boundaries. We re-created and customised our business operations and strategy model of being the first Premium Service Carrier based on the post-pandemic scenario,” Datuk Bernard explained.TransNusa launched its first international route between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur in April, 2023, after which the airline successfully launched three more new international routes by the end of 2023. TransNusa’s aggressive international growth strategy combined with its domestic business operations approach has enabled the airline to be the fastest growing airline in South East Asia.Since the takeover of new shareholders and the injection of a new management team, TransNusa has been contributing and changing the aviation landscape in Indonesia. It has been making headlines in Malaysia, Singapore, China and around the world with news of being the first airline in Indonesia and the world to develop and introduce a new domestic route connecting Bali and Manado. TransNusa also became the second Indonesian airline to receive approval to fly to China and provided Indonesians with more pricing and route options to China.Media ContactTrina Thomas RajMobile: +6012 4992672E-mail: trina@myqaseh.orgAbout TransNusaEstablished in 2005, TransNusa started its operation by providing chartered flights. It began its commercial flights in 2011. After ceasing operations due to the Covid-19 pandemic, TransNusa relaunched itself in 2021 as a low-cost airline in its domestic market. In 2023, TransNusa introduced a new business model making it the first Premium Service Airline in the region. The new business model will apply only to its international routes. TransNusa introduced its first international route in April this year. The airline introduced its Jakarta – Kuala Lumpur round trip route and had its maiden flight on April 14. The airline is currently based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.Passengers can book their flights on the TransNusa website ( www.transnusa.co.id ), through authorized travel agents in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, or by contacting the airline's customer service centre at +62216310888. For the Singaporean market, passengers can contact TransNusa’s General Sales Agent, Chariot Travels Pte Ltd, at +65 86602719 while for the Malaysian market, passengers can contact MKM Ticketing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd at +60378312581. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

李寧品牌成為2025-2028年中國奧委會及中國體育代表團官方體育服裝合作夥伴

香港, 2025年1月15日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 上海聯合産權交易所正式發佈公告宣佈,李寧有限公司(「李寧」或「公司」),獲得2025-2028年中國體育代表團體育服裝合作企業徵集項目,這標志著李寧品牌將在2025-2028年期間以官方體育服裝合作夥伴的身份服務中國奧委會及中國體育代表團。李寧品牌是中國體育事業發展長期堅定的見證者、參與者和支持者。早在1992年至2004年期間,李寧品牌曾連續四届作為官方體育服裝合作夥伴支持中國體育代表團征戰奧運賽場。成立30餘年來,李寧品牌持續服務多支中國國家運動隊馳騁國際賽場。該公告發佈後,李寧品牌創始人、集團董事長李寧表示:「李寧品牌在時隔多年後再次成為中國奧委會及中國體育代表團的合作夥伴,這是國家體育總局、中國奧委會給予李寧品牌的信任和責任。李寧品牌將繼續秉持『以體育精神服務大衆』的價值觀,弘揚體育精神和奧林匹克精神,服務幷助力中國體育事業的發展,同時,也努力通過李寧運動産品、運動體驗,鼓勵更多人參與運動,體驗運動帶來的樂趣,分享中國奧運夢想的榮耀。」作為一個具有獨特的運動員基因的運動品牌,李寧品牌將以品質卓越的專業運動裝備、優秀高效的服務保障,助力中國體育代表團及中國運動健兒在世界頂級賽事中追逐夢想、成就非凡,相信一切皆有可能! Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

EXPO REAL Asia Pacific 2026 announces Eastern Economic Corridor of Thailand as its first Founding Partner

SINGAPORE, Jan 15, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - EXPO REAL Asia Pacific 2026, set to take place in Singapore from 15 to 17 June 2026, is gearing up to be a significant event for the real estate, infrastructure, and investment sectors in the Asia Pacific region.The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) of Thailand has been announced as the first Founding Partner of EXPO REAL Asia Pacific 2026. This partnership highlights the EEC's commitment to promote investment, uplift innovation and advanced technology, aligning with the event's goal as a platform to accelerate real estate and infrastructure growth and investment.The Eastern Economic Corridor, a flagship economic development zone in Thailand, is renowned for its strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the region into a leading economic hub. By partnering with EXPO REAL Asia Pacific, the EEC aims to showcase its investment opportunities, infrastructure projects, and innovative developments to a global audience.The Thai government calls the 20-year strategy "Thailand 4.0", taking a cue from the concept of "Industry 4.0" aimed at transforming the country into an innovative, value-based industry, with an emphasis on 5 clusters: Medical & Health, Digital, Next-Generation Automotive, Bio-Circular-Green, and Services."We are thrilled to welcome the Eastern Economic Corridor of Thailand as our first Founding Partner," said Mr Michael Wilton, CEO and Managing Director of MMI Asia, the organiser of EXPO REAL Asia Pacific. "This partnership underscores the importance of EXPO REAL Asia Pacific as the platform where strategic economic regions like the EEC can tap on to share their success stories and attract more global investment and partners."The significant milestone provides the EEC with a prominent platform at EXPO REAL Asia Pacific, allowing it to engage with international investors and industry leaders. The EEC will also host forums and networking sessions highlighting its key projects and strategic initiatives."We are excited to join forces with EXPO REAL Asia Pacific," said Dr Chula Sukmanop, Secretary General of the Eastern Economic Corridor. "This partnership aligns with our vision to position the EEC as a global investment destination. We look forward to leveraging this opportunity to attract new investments and drive sustainable economic growth."EXPO REAL Asia Pacific will take place from 15-17 June 2026 in Singapore, bringing together key stakeholders from the real estate, infrastructure and investment sectors. The event will feature a comprehensive program of conferences, exhibitions, and networking opportunities designed to facilitate business connections and knowledge exchange.About EXPO REAL Asia PacificEXPO REAL Asia Pacific is the international event for the real estate, infrastructure and investment industry in the Asia Pacific region. Singapore is the leading financial and commercial centre in the region and offers an excellent business environment and direct market access. In one of the fastest growing regions, the event connects industry decision-makers to tap into market potential and do business and invest in an effective environment. The premiere will take place in Singapore from June 15 to 17, 2026. www.exporealasiapacific.comAbout Eastern Economic Corridor of ThailandThe Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) development lies at the heart of Thailand 4.0 scheme. The project is an area-based development initiative, aiming to revitalize the well-known Eastern Seaboard of Thailand, where numerous business developers have experienced a rewarding investment journey and exceptional achievements.The project initially focused on the 3 Eastern provinces, namely Rayong, Chonburi, and Chachoengsao. The EEC development plan envisages a significant transformation of both physical and social development, playing an important role as a regulatory sandbox to uplift the country's competitiveness. It has the objectives of developing modern and environmentally friendly economic activities, providing comprehensive government services, creating efficient infrastructure and public utilities, determining the appropriate use of land as well as developing liveable cities to be modern and suitable for living and doing business. www.eeco.or.th/enFor media inquiries, please contact:Ms Adeline LimProject DirectorMMI Asia Pte LtdEmail: adeline.lim@mmiasia.com.sg Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TANAKA’s Group Company EEJA to Exhibit at 39th NEPCON JAPAN

TOKYO, Jan 15, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - EEJA Ltd. (Headquarter: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Akihiko Domae; hereafter “EEJA”), the main company operating TANAKA’s plating business, announced today that it would exhibit at the 39th NEPCON JAPAN, the electronics development and packaging exhibition scheduled to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from January 22–24, 2025. EEJA will premiere a range of new products in the field of plating technologies and processes to help meet rising needs in the electronics industry, including  automotive electronic components and semiconductors.Technologies in demand have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years, with the primary usage domain for electronic components shifting from local to network usage. In contrast, the communications industry has shifted from 5G to 6G to support increased data volumes and faster communication speeds. The automotive industry has also changed, with the increased use of electronic components and semiconductors around the engine and demand for products able to pass testing in harsh environments in terms of characteristics such as heat and moisture resistance in particular.EEJA will exhibit several new plating technologies at NEPCON JAPAN, including PRECIOUSFAB Pd/Pt/Ru/Rh/Ir (a high hardness, wear-resistant platinum group plating process increasingly needed for in-vehicle electronic components), PRECIOUSFAB HG/GT/GS (a precious metal alloy plating process used as a means of reducing usage of precious metals that are becoming increasingly expensive, and to create further added value), MICROFAB series (a number of environment-friendly, non-cyanide processes), and SEADCAT (a direct patternable plating process that supports surface treatment of next-generation glass interposers that are essential for semiconductor packaging).Taking advantage of precious metals technologies acquired by TANAKA over many years in the industry, EEJA develops and provides the plating technologies and products that are essential in the electronics industry, from semiconductors to electronic components. With the demand for greater sophistication in the electronics industry, EEJA will continue contributing to technical innovations in the industry.Overview of EEJA's exhibition at 39th NEPCON JAPAN- Date and time: January 22–24, 2025 (10:00–17:00)- Venue: Tokyo Big Sight- Booth: E64-52, East Exhibition Halls- Main products on displayProduct nameOverviewPRECIOUSFAB Pd/Pt/Ru/Rh/Ir: High hardness, wear resistant platinum group plating processA plating process that achieves high reliability when used for contact parts of connectors, etc. that need durability and environment resistance, such as for in-vehicle applicationsMICROFAB Au2108/Au2168: Part of the MICROFAB series of environment-friendly, non-cyanide gold electroplating processes with improved stability of hardness and appearance (New Product)A plating process that does not use cyanide compounds, so will not only help in semiconductor manufacturing processes, but will also improve the plating work environments, which is expected to increase further in demand going forward. It is expected to improve product yields and reliability through stable appearance and hardness when forming gold bumps on increasingly fine-pitch and high-density wafersSEADCAT PRM200 series: Direct patterning plating technology (New Product)   A plating technology that supports more material types than the SEADCAT100 seriesSEADCAT PRM200-MRG: Increased adhesiveness to LCPs and some fluororesins, with improved heat and moisture resistanceSEADCAT PRM200-MDI: Reduced copper diffusion through heat treatment after copper wire formation on polyimidesOptimization of primers has also enabled support for surface treatment of glass interposers.Refer to the following for detailed information on other plating processes and equipment.Plating Processeshttps://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/products/detail/plating-processes/Various plating processes are handled by EEJA Ltd.https://eeja.comPlating Equipmenthttps://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/products/detail/plating-equipment/Plating equipment is handled by group company Mitomo Semicon Engineering Co., Ltd.https://mitomo-semicon-eng.co.jp/en/home-2/EEJA Ltd.Headquarter: 2-6-6 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, TokyoEstablished: 1965CEO: Akihiko DomaeCapital: 100 million yenNet sales: 21.64333 billion yen (FY2023)Number of employees: 130 (including overseas sites) (as of December 31, 2023)Business activities: Development, manufacture, sales, and export of precious metal plating solutions and base metal plating solutions, additives, and surface treatment-related chemicalsHiratsuka Office: 5-50 Shinmachi, Hiratsuka-city, KanagawaOfficial Website: https://eeja.comAbout TANAKASince its foundation in 1885, TANAKA has built a portfolio of products to support a diversified range of business uses focused on precious metals. TANAKA is a leader in Japan regarding the volume of precious metals it handles. Over many years, TANAKA has manufactured and sold precious metal products for industry and provided precious metals in such forms as jewelry and assets. As precious metals specialists, all Group companies in Japan and worldwide collaborate on manufacturing, sales, and technology development to offer a full range of products and services. With 5,355 employees, the group’s consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ending December, 2023, was 611.1 billion yen.Official Website: TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIEShttps://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/Product inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-on-industrial-products/Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-for-media/Press Release: http://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/2025115_EN.pdf  Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Bedding Industries of America Unveils Glacier: The Ultimate Hybrid Cooling Mattress

NORTH BRUNSWICK, New Jersey – (EmailWire) -- Bedding Industries of America (BIA), a trusted leader in mattress manufacturing with nearly 70 years of experience, proudly announces the launch of its newest innovation: the Glacier Mattress brand. Designed and manufactured in the USA, Glacier offers hybrid cooling mattresses that combine cutting-edge technology, exceptional comfort, and affordability. Later this year, the brand will expand its offerings to include bedding accessories and adjustable bases.Cooling Technology at Its BestUnderstanding the importance of temperature regulation for quality sleep, Glacier mattresses feature advanced cooling technology. GlacierTech™ fibers in the cover are cool to the touch, while CopperElement™ memory foam, gel-infused memory foam, and ventilated ARCFlow™ material promote airflow and dissipate heat.Crafted in the USABIA takes pride in its American craftsmanship, manufacturing every Glacier mattress in its Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey factories. The individually wrapped coil units, made in-house from recycled steel, ensure exceptional support and durability. Glacier also incorporates ChiroZone™ quilt technology, with extra stitching in the center third for enhanced back support. Every mattress is freshly made to order, with delivery times as quick as 2-3 business days nationwide. Commitment to Health and SustainabilityGlacier mattresses are 100% fiberglass-free, using natural thistle pulp fibers for fire resistance. The line also features REPREVE® recycled polyester, removing four water bottles from the waste stream per queen mattress, and Oeko-Tex® Standard 100-certified fabrics, ensuring reduced harmful chemicals for safer sleep.The Glacier Lineup12-Inch Original Hybrid: A balanced classic hybrid offering comfort and support.13-Inch Summit Hybrid Pillow Top: Additional cooling gel and memory foam layers for extra pressure relief.14-Inch Apex Euro Pillow Top Hybrid: The ultimate in luxury, featuring CopperElement™ memory foam for plush yet supportive comfort.AvailabilityGlacier mattresses will be available on glaciersleep.com and over the phone, offering customers an unparalleled sleep experience with American-made hybrid cooling technology. For more information, visit www.glaciersleep.com.Media Contact:Brian Ma Bedding Industries of America Marketing Manager 1-(732) 628-0800 info@glaciersleep.comThis press release is issued through EmailWire™ (www.emailwire.com) – the global newswire service that provides Press Release distribution with guaranteed results™. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

18th Asian Financial Forum officially kicks off today

- Themed “Powering the Next Growth Engine”, the 18th Asian Financial Forum 2025 (AFF), the region’s first major international financial and business event of the year, opened today, expecting about 3,600 global financial and business elites from over 50 countries and regions- A distinguished line-up of speakers attended the opening session on the first day, including Zhou Ji, Executive Vice Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council of the People's Republic of China; Dr Pan Gongsheng, Governor of the People's Bank of China; and Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change of the People's Republic of China- Prof Justin Lin Yifu, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of the World Bank (2008-2012), spoke at today’s Keynote Luncheon, dissecting how to achieve stable growth and drive rapid economic development amid a complex international environment- The AFF brings together over 130 officials, multilateral organisation and business leaders from Mainland China, ASEAN, the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the United States to examine global dynamics and financial policies, foster global collaboration, and explore new drivers for future growth- The luncheon on the second day will feature a keynote speech by Prof Stuart Russell, Co-chair of the World Economic Forum’s Council on AI, who will share insights on how AI could become a new engine for global economic growthHONG KONG, Jan 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) 2025, co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Themed “Powering the Next Growth Engine”, the two-day forum has attracted over 130 global business leaders, policymakers, financial and wealth management experts, entrepreneurs, tech giants and economists as speakers. About 3,600 financial and business elites from over 50 countries and regions are expected to gather and explore how to ignite new engines for growth in 2025 and navigate the challenges ahead.The forum kicked off with opening remarks by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, followed by addresses from Zhou Ji, Executive Vice Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council of the People's Republic of China; Dr Pan Gongsheng, Governor of the People's Bank of China; and Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change of the People's Republic of China.Welcome remarks were delivered by Dr Peter KN Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, who said: “Future growth will be different to that of the past, as traditional growth models face resource constraints and environmental pressures. Innovations, such as AI, renewable energy, fintech developments and healthcare discoveries, have the potential to power economic growth and enrich human development for decades to come. It is timely that the theme of this year’s Asian Financial Forum, ‘Powering the Next Growth Engine’, addresses these very questions from the perspective of finance and its impacts on broader business communities. The forum will discuss how the finance industry and corporates can support the next generation of innovative businesses and industries to help them unleash their potential and drive global growth in the years ahead.”The two-day forum presents over 40 sessions ranging from Plenary Sessions, Policy Dialogue, Keynote Luncheons and Breakfast Panel, Fireside Chats, and thematic workshops. Topics included global economic outlook, China opportunities, new markets opportunities, investment outlook, artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, sustainability, philanthropy, and more, giving participants a deeper understanding of future opportunities and insights into global economic development.Discussion session gathers international experts to address global challengesThis year’s forum is dedicated to driving new thinking, strengthening international cooperation and trust, and addressing the global economic landscape in a challenging environment. Plenary Session I – Innovation: The Solution to Unlock the Next Growth Engines, hosted by Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, brought together finance officials and multilateral organisation leaders to examine financial policies in 2025. Guest speakers included Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers – Head of the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyz Republic; Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister of Finance and Revenue of Pakistan; Gilles Roth, Minister of Finance of Luxembourg; and Yoshiki Takeuchi, Deputy Secretary-General, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).Plenary Session II – Collaboration: The Road to Growth and Prosperity focused on international cooperation and was also moderated by Christopher Hui. The panel speakers included Roberta Casali, Vice-President of Finance and Risk Management of the Asian Development Bank; Jin Liqun, President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB); and Satvinder Singh, Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). They explored ways to rebuild trust and deepen partnerships amid global challenges to achieve shared growth and common prosperity.A Policy Dialogue session, Accelerating Growth through Innovation, was moderated by Eddie Yue, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Speakers included Bayardavaa Bayarsaikhan, Director General of the Monetary Policy Department of the Bank of Mongolia; Philip Lane, Chief Economist and Member of Executive Board of the European Central Bank; Rogelio V. Quevedo, Commissioner of Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines; and Dr Olli Rehn, Governor of the Bank of Finland. They exchanged valuable insights on issues such as global monetary policy trends and the impact of geopolitical factors on markets, helping businesses and organisations better navigate uncertainty and explore new opportunities for collaboration and growth.High calibre economists discuss economic growth strategies at today’s Keynote Luncheon Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, gave his welcome remarks at today’s Keynote Luncheon. Prof Justin Lin Yifu, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of the World Bank (2008-2012), delivered a keynote speech that addressed strategies for achieving stable economic growth. A dialogue session was moderated by Prof Richard Wong, Philip Wong Kennedy Wong Professor in Political Economy and Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Hong Kong.Exploring the global outlook, opportunities in China and avenues for cooperationOne of the highlights of the afternoon session, the Global Economic Outlook discussion, was kicked off by Liu Haoling, Vice Chairman and President and Chief Investment Officer of the China Investment Corporation with a special address. The panel discussion was moderated by Victor Chu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Eastern Investment Group, with speakers including Ernesto Torres Cantú, Member of Executive Management Team and Head of International of Citi; Bonnie Y Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; J Christopher Donahue, President and Chief Executive Officer of Federated Hermes, Inc; Antoine Gosset-Grainville, Chairman of the Board of Directors of AXA; and Dr Fred Hu, Founder and Chairman of Primavera Capital Group. The participants shared valuable insights on the drivers for global economic growth.Another well-received panel discussion at last year’s AFF, the China Opportunities session, was joined by some heavyweight speakers, including Charles Li, Founder and Chairman, Micro Connect; Li Yimei, Chief Executive Officer of China Asset Management; Ken Wong, Executive Vice President of Lenovo and President of Lenovo Solutions and Services Group; and Wilson Zhang, Managing Director, Global Executive Head of Equities, China International Capital Corporation Limited. They delved into the potential of the Chinese market and investment prospects under the country’s commitment to technological innovation.The green economy and sustainable development are among the key topics at this year’s forum. Corporates worldwide are actively undergoing a green transformation as regulators introduce relevant policies. The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) published its first international sustainability disclosure standards, providing clear guidance for the green transition and sustainable development of corporates. In the meantime, corporates in Hong Kong will fully align the ISSB's sustainability disclosure standards from this year. Sue Lloyd, Vice Chair of the ISSB, will join other speakers to share the latest progress in sustainability reporting standards.Meanwhile, the HKTDC with AFF Knowledge Partner EY jointly conducted a survey exploring the perspectives and practices of Asian corporations and investors with regard to readiness to sustainability reporting, sustainable finance and climate change. The survey results were released today. Jack Chan, EY China Chairman and EY Greater China Regional Managing Partner, said the survey shared that an increasing number of businesses and investors are considering integrating sustainability into their operations, but barriers persist due to the lack of clearly defined frameworks and accessible resources. The survey also offers actionable insights and recommendations for companies looking to embark on a path toward sustainable development.Global investment matchmaking and diverse exhibition zonesAs one of the highlights of the forum, AFF Deal-making continues to offer an efficient one-on-one matching platform to project owners and investors. This year it has attracted over 270 investors and over 560 investment projects, covering a wide spectrum of sectors such as environment, energy and environmental technology, food and agritech, health tech, fintech, and deep tech. The Deal-making session helps foster active global collaboration and generate new business opportunities.Diverse exhibition zones foster innovation and cross-border collaborationThis year's AFF exhibition attracted over 140 fintech companies, start-ups and investment promotion agencies from around the world that are striving to stage an innovative and investment-driven grand financial event.A variety of exhibition zones are featured, including the Fintech Showcase, Fintech HK Startup Salon, the InnoVenture Salon and Global Investment Zone. The InnoVenture Salon offered a platform for over 100 start-ups to showcase the application of innovative technologies across different sectors, of which the Fintech HK Startup Salon has brought together over 60 fintech start-ups, featuring cutting-edge solutions from 22 countries and regions and helping to highlight Hong Kong's potential as a powerhouse for innovation and technology. The Global Investment Zone connects participants with business opportunities from different countries and regions.Sharing advanced insights into exploring emerging marketsThe session tomorrow offers a wide array of topics, including an exploration of the impact of AI on the financial industry. Prof Stuart Russell, Co-chair of the World Economic Forum’s Council on AI, and Dr Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman of Sinovation Ventures, will deliver remarks at the Keynote Luncheon and Dialogues for Tomorrow respectively, exploring the development and opportunities that AI offers for the future of workforce, investors and businesses from different perspectives.The Forum and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) co-host the Gulf Cooperation Council Chapter tomorrow, making its debut this year. Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, and Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi, Secretary General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, will deliver keynote remarks. Financial officials and representatives of financial institutions from Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates will join industry leaders from Hong Kong to discuss the economic development of Gulf countries and the potential for financial cooperation with Hong Kong.Additionally, the CIO Insights session, moderated by Albert Goh, Chief Investment Officer (External Managers), Exchange Fund Investment Office, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, panelists will share their views on asset allocation plans, maintaining investment convictions, and the opportunities emerging across the wider region and beyond. The session will bring together representatives from internationally renowned large corporations and family office, including Vincent Mortier, Group Chief Investment Officer of Amundi; Bei Saville, Chief Investment Officer, Treasury and Fingerboard Family Office, Advance; Manraj Sekhon, Chief Investment Officer of Templeton Global Investments; and Alexandra Wilson-Elizondo, Partner, Managing Director, and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Multi-Asset Solutions of Goldman Sachs Asset Management.With environmental, social and governance (ESG) now playing a larger role in the development of businesses, Asia needs to look at achieving the goals set by the Paris Agreement over the next 30 years. COP29 this year have reinforced the global trend towards a green and low-carbon transition. In a session titled Dialogues for Tomorrow – Asia Dialogue on Post COP29 Implementation: Enhance Climate Ambition and Enable Financing Action, Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change of the People's Republic of China, will explore innovative financing mechanisms and collaboration opportunities with several leading experts to advance climate initiatives, as well as strategies to strengthen commitments and cooperation on climate goals. Additionally, Joe Tsai, Chairman of the Alibaba Group, will join the Global Spectrum session analysed the role of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy in supporting start-ups and social enterprises from a macro perspective.For the latest edition of the AFF, the event has collaborated with several organisations to offer special discounts and privileges for travel, dining and shopping, encouraging participants to make the most of their stay in Hong Kong and experience the city’s vitality. Activities offered to visitors include the Peak Tram and Sky Terrace experience, the Aqua Luna Victoria Harbour Cruise, visits to Man Mo Temple and Tai Kwun, dining discounts in Lan Kwai Fong, access to the Winter Wonderland at Happy Valley Racecourse’s Happy Wednesday, and a dining discount provided by Lei Garden. The goal is to give overseas participants a deeper understanding of Hong Kong, promote the conference and mega event economy, and tell positive stories about the city.Photo download: http://bit.ly/42igLNwhttps://www.uphoto.cn/album_ia1082272835.htmlThe 18th Asian Financial Forum opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), running for two days under the theme “Powering the Next Growth Engine”John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered opening remarks todayDr Peter KN Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks to participants this morningPaul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government participated in the Keynote Luncheon today  and delivered welcome remarksChristopher Hui (left), Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, hosted two thematic discussion sessions todayThis year’s AFF Deal-making, an investment project matchmaking event organised by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (HKVCA), has brought together over  270 investors and over 560 projects. After the forum, participants can join one-to-one online meetings to build connections until 16 January (Thursday)The exhibition zones at this year’s AFF have attracted over 140 fintech companies, start-ups, and international investment agencies from around the worldWebsites- Asian Financial Forum: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en- Programme: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/programme- Speaker list: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/speakerMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes YiuTel: (852) 3428 5690Email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5691Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgKaty WongTel: (852) 2584 4524Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout 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 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

聯控旗下君聯資本投資企業布魯可於港交所成功上市

香港, 2025年1月13日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 據君聯資本微信公號報道,1月10日,聯想控股(03396.HK)旗下君聯資本所投企業布魯可(00325.HK)在港交所成功上市。布魯可是中國最大的拼搭角色類玩具企業,通過500多個專利佈局和原創IP能力,獲評為「國家知識產權優勢企業」,公司憑藉與50余個全球知名IP的合作關係,聚焦為消費者提供好而不貴的廣泛拼搭角色類玩具產品,並取得快速成長。布魯可的拼搭角色類玩具高度還原了IP角色,通過強大的產品力與供應鏈能力的結合,不僅能保持成本優勢,而且能夠持續開拓玩具品類。拼搭角色類玩具是全球玩具行業增速最快、極具發展前景的品類。由於多種產品創新和優質供給的出現,拼搭角色類玩具相較傳統角色類玩具具有顯著差異化優勢,逐漸成為消費者的優選,全球滲透率持續提升。弗若斯特沙利文的資料顯示,全球及中國的拼搭角色類玩具的市場規模在2023年達到278億人民幣及58億人民幣,在2028年將分別達到996億人民幣及325億人民幣,年均復合增長率達29%及41.3%。目前,布魯可自有IP以及知名的授權IP構成了豐富的產品IP矩陣,公司已成功推出兩個自有IP,包括兒童益智類的百變布魯可和中國傳統文化主題的英雄無限。已從IP版權方或授權方獲得50余個知名IP,包括奧特曼、變形金剛、火影忍者、漫威、小黃人、聖鬥士星矢、名偵探柯南等。豐富的IP矩陣使公司能夠觸達多年齡段及不同性別的全球消費者。君聯資本於2020年、2021年領投布魯可兩輪融資,並在2024年持續追加投資支持公司發展,是公司最大的機構投資人。從投資之初,君聯就扮演著積極主動投資人的角色,在布魯可的企業戰略梳理、引入核心業務和IP資源、高管引進等方面為公司提供了實實在在的幫助。君聯資本表示:祝賀布魯可成功上市。在科技創新驅動的消費升級趨勢下,玩具市場正迎來前所未有的多元化發展機遇。布魯可憑藉其深耕產品、技術、設計、IP及渠道的全面佈局展現出強勁的增長潛力。我們高度認可以公司創始人朱偉松先生為核心的布魯可團隊,他們用實際行動引領中國拼搭角色類玩具邁向新階段,公司業務的強勁增長與行業地位的快速提升,是團隊卓越戰略眼光與執行能力的有力證明。我們看好上市後的布魯可業務不斷突破創新,為全球消費者帶來更加豐富多元、高品質的產品體驗與服務。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.