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匯舸環保宣佈於香港交易所主板上市計劃

香港, 2024年12月31日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中國船舶環保設備及系統提供商 - 上海匯舸環保科技集團股份有限公司(「匯舸環保」或「集團」,股份代號:2613),今天宣佈於香港聯合交易所有限公司(「香港交易所」)主板上市計劃。匯舸環保將全球發售10,000,000股H股,其中1,000,000股H股將作香港發售(可予重新分配),佔初步發售股份總數10%;9,000,000股H股將於國際發售(可予重新分配),佔初步發售股份總數90%,發售價介乎31.8港元至39.8港元。匯舸環保將於2024年12月31日(星期二)早上9時正,開始於香港公開發售,並於2025年1月6日(星期一)中午12時截止。集團的股份預計將於2025年1月9日(星期四)於香港聯交所主板開始買賣,股份將按每手買賣單位100股買賣,股份代號為2613。中信證券(香港)有限公司及中國銀河國際證券(香港)有限公司為聯席保薦人、整體協調人、聯席全球協調人、聯席賬簿管理人及聯席牽頭經辦人。法國巴黎證券(亞洲)有限公司為整體協調人、聯席全球協調人、聯席賬簿管理人及聯席牽頭經辦人。匯舸環保是一家中國船舶環保設備及系統提供商,服務世界各地的航運公司及船東客戶。根據弗若斯特沙利文的資料,於二零二三年十二月三十一日,按船舶廢氣淨化系統的二零二三年已完成訂單總數及累計手頭訂單量計,集團在中國船舶廢氣淨化系統提供商中排名第三,在全球所有船舶廢氣淨化系統提供商中排名第四。集團於二零一七年開展業務,推出首款產品船舶廢氣淨化系統。現已開發及商業化銷售多種船舶環保設備及系統。具體而言,集團的設備及系統旨在幫助客戶(例如船東)減少硫化物及GHG 排放。此外,集團通過提供內部設計以及供應設備及系統來提高船上生活條件及加強海事作業,旨在幫助客戶改善其船員的生活質素。受惠于ESG監管框架及海洋環境保護相關倡議所帶動日益壯大的全球市場作為船舶環境保護設備及系統提供商,匯舸環保受惠於日趨嚴格的ESG 監管框架及海洋環境保護相關倡議所帶動的日益壯大的全球市場。匯舸環保的設備及系統助力集團的客戶追求更高效及可持續的商業運營。對集團設備及系統的需求亦受到各種ESG 相關要求的帶動。例如,國際海事組織將燃料油的硫上限設定為0.5%,自二零二零年起生效,並推出EEXI 及CII 等措施,自二零二三年起生效。於二零二三年七月七日,國際海事組織修訂了其GHG 減排戰略,其目標是到二零五零年實現淨零排放的中長期里程碑。此外,歐洲聯盟從二零二四年開始引入歐盟航運排放交易系統,以及即將出台的二零二五年FuleEU 海事法規。不斷發展的ESG監管框架為集團的設備及系統的銷售增長做出了貢獻,並將繼續做出貢獻。研發及創新能力,捕獲快速變化的市場需求集團的研發及創新能力使其能夠快速回應市場需求,開發新設備及系統,幫助船東和造船商應對不斷演進的環保要求以及彼等的獨特需求。例如,集團的產品船舶廢氣淨化系統已經歷四代升級,每一代在脫硫效率方面均有所提升。集團船舶廢氣淨化系統的核心部件脫硫塔具有輕量化設計特點,可降低船舶的功耗。為縮短安裝時間,節省船東船舶運作中斷的時間和成本,集團已對產品進行模組化。匯舸環保位於上海及里斯本的研發團隊還利用各自的優勢合作建立不同研發階段的設備及系統及交換研發成就。兩個研發團隊各自均可獨立展開研發工作,對集團的創新戰略至關重要。強大的全球服務網絡,服務多元優質的客戶群匯舸環保位於上海的服務中心及中國附屬公司為國內及全球市場提供服務。集團位於新加坡的服務中心為東南亞市場提供服務。集團通過服務承包商提供全球服務,包括亞洲、歐洲、美洲及中東。匯舸環保的服務中心負責在集團的全球服務網絡提供客戶服務及技術指導,且其還進行營銷活動。通過全球服務網絡,集團為客戶提供從售前技術諮詢到售後維護的服務,已培育一個全球服務網絡。匯舸環保致力保持快速響應的溝通渠道,確保全天候確認並解決客戶反饋的問題。集團的客戶群現在遍佈多個國家及地區,包括亞洲、歐洲、美洲及中東,展示了匯舸環保的全球影響力和客戶對集團設備及系統的信任。全方位的定制型船舶環境保護設備及系統集團是擁有不僅涵蓋船舶脫硫系統、船舶節能裝置及船舶清潔能源供應系統,同時還提供涵蓋社會層面的海事服務(包括船舶內裝,以改善船員的工作及生活環境)的成套設備及系統的少數從業者之一。憑藉全面的產品組合,集團能夠按照客戶的獨特需求為彼等提供定制的設備及系統組合。集團定制化方法對客戶有利,因為其使集團能夠客制化設備及系統,從而滿足不同船舶的不同規格和技術要求。每套設備及系統均可進行定制,以符合個別的船舶類型、客戶需求、航綫及船舶登記,集團定制從理解客戶需求開始,到進行現場3D掃描建模,形成技術建議及圖紙,其後提交至船級社及客戶供審查和認證,最後進行採購、製造、安裝及調試。強大的供應鏈管理能力及嚴格的質量控制匯舸環保具備強大的供應鏈管理能力,該能力垂直整合集團設備及系統的所有關鍵組成部分。這進而亦確保了質量的控制。集團向國內外知名供應商採購零部件及原材料,包括海水泵,水質分析儀,煙氣分析儀,以及氮氣系統。匯舸環保的供應鏈能力使集團能夠對成本、質量及進度保持控制權,確保可靠及具成本效益的設備及系統開發及業務運營。集團已建立產品質量控制體系且集團的生產設施已從包括法國船級社及勞氏船級社在內的主要船級社獲得對船舶廢氣淨化系統及相關產品的工廠認證。集團的其他產品已獲得包括美國船級社、勞氏船級社、挪威船級社、法國船級社、日本海事學會及中國船級社在內的主要船級社的認證。匯舸環保採用「以銷定產」模式,使集團的生產計劃與銷售訂單量保持一致。此舉最大限度地減少了生產過剩和庫存過剩的風險。上海匯舸環保科技集團股份有限公司CONTIOCEAN ENVIRONMENT TECH GROUP CO., LTD.資料摘要全球發售詳情:全球發售之股份數目:10,000,000股H股香港發售股份數目:1,000,000股H股(可予重新分配)國際發售股份數目:9,000,000股H股(可予重新分配)最高發售價:每股H股39.8港元,另加1%的經紀傭金、0.0027%證監會交易徵費、0.00015%會財局交易徵費及0.00565%聯交所交易費(須於申請時以港元繳足, 多繳股款視乎最終定價可予退還)每手買賣單位:100 股H股香港公開發售開始:2024年12月31日(星期二) 上午9時香港公開發售結束公佈股份配售和發售結果::2025年1月6日(星期一) 中午12時2025年1月8日(星期三)預計上市日期:2025年1月9日(星期四)股份代號:2613所得款項用途:經扣除就全球發售應付的包銷傭金及其他估計開支後,按發售價為每股H股35.8港元(指示性發售價範圍的中位數)計算,公司估計將自全球發售收取所得款項淨額約312.0百萬港元,並計劃作下列用途:- 約50.0%(或156.0百萬港元)將用於研發。- 約15.0%(或46.8百萬港元)將用於潛在併購。- 約15.0%(或46.8百萬港元)將用於投資在中國內地或東南亞設立生產設施。此外,亦會就生產設施採購製造及倉儲物流設備,並購置信息技術軟件和硬件。- 約10.0%或31.2百萬港元將用於在國際上設立四間服務中心,包括亞洲、歐洲及中東。公司亦會升級服務中心。- 約10.0%(或31.2百萬港元)將用作營運資金及一般企業用途。此新聞稿由博達浩華國際財經傳訊集團代表上海匯舸環保科技集團股份有限公司發佈。如有垂詢,請聯絡︰博達浩華國際財經傳訊集團馮嘉莉+852 3150 6763kelly.fung@h-advisors.global楊冬梅+86 150 2184 0493may.yang@h-advisors.global薛穎心+852 3150 6782bonnie.xue@h-advisors.global Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

World’s first high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward built with MiC technology completes historical mission

HONG KONG, Dec 30, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hong Kong's healthcare engineering sectors have actively responded to the Hong Kong SAR Government's efforts to promote advanced and modern construction technologies for fostering efficient building construction practices. In 2020, the industry adopted the innovative “Modular Integrated Construction” (MiC) technology, coupled with the “Multi-trade Integrated Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing” (MiMEP) construction method, to construct the world’s first high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward module that could be assembled and deployed fast and easy. The module was repurposed for anti-epidemic use during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic that year. After the pandemic, the negative-pressure isolation ward module was put on public display at the CIC-Zero Carbon Park in Kowloon Bay to promote the MiC construction method. When the about two-year display ends in 2025, parts of the module will be recycled for purposes including reuse and further research. The project has demonstrated the immense potential of innovative engineering technologies in serving public health needs and laid a solid foundation for modular design in constructing infectious disease isolation facilities.The engineering sector in Hong Kong putting all heads together, applying innovative thinking and technologies, contributed to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic raging in 2020.  It took the industry only four months, starting from initial sketching to completing the project, to deliver in May 2020 a negative-pressure isolation ward meets hospital-grade standards, the first of its kind globally and was later hailed as the “Hong Kong version of Huoshenshan Hospital.” The facility exemplified the professionalism, innovative spirit, and rapid crisis response capabilities of Hong Kong’s engineering sector. Moreover, it has provided a significant reference model for the concerned global community in addressing similar events.The project used advanced MiC technology, plus the MiMEP construction method, which together significantly enhanced construction efficiency, shortening the entire construction cycle to just about a month. MiC technology enabled close to 80% of the construction process to be prefabricated in factories before being transported to the site for rapid assembly, adjustment, and testing. The approach not only drastically reduced on-site construction time, but also ensured high-quality standards and sustainability. Rigorous ventilation tests verified that the isolation ward could provide an effective negative-pressure environment, efficiently blocking the spread of highly infectious airborne viral particles. A distinctive feature of the design is it does not rely on a centralised air conditioning system with extensive external ventilation ducts. Instead, the MiMEP system's built-in ventilation and air conditioning provide a self-sufficient airflow design, effectively controlling infection. Given her limited land resources, Hong Kong needs designs that can fit into small spaces, and the project was then a “highly condensed design” unprecedented in the world.Ir Prof P L YUEN, Past President of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), Past Vice President of the United Kingdom Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), and Chairman of the Hong Kong Branch of the United Kingdom Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management (IHEEM), said, “Inspired by the country’s 'Huoshenshan' project at the time, we began exploring how to construct high-standard isolation wards for limited spaces. The design required interlocking double-door control to precisely regulate airflow. To ease transportation, using the dimensions like those of a standard shipping container in our blueprint was an ideal option. By integrating MiC and MiMEP construction methods, we achieved a self-sufficient ventilation and air-conditioning design for the ward, matching with a compact electrical and mechanical module to supply its power and other engineering services demand. That innovative design was also the world’s first at the time." Prof Yuen also shared this design with fellow engineers, fostering collaboration to construct more suitable isolation facilities.Professor Yuen added, "The successful project shows that engineering innovation has a vital role to play in addressing public health challenges. While this project has fulfilled its historical mission, it is not the end. I hope it will encourage wider adoption of the proven method, novel and efficient, in other advanced building projects, which the Government is keen to promote. Furthermore, I hope it will inspire more local engineers to embrace innovation and technology, and together show and tell the many success stories of Hong Kong engineering."Ir Prof P L Yuen, Past President of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers(HKIE), Past Vice President of the United Kingdom Chartered Institution ofBuilding Services Engineers (CIBSE), and Chairman of the Hong Kong Branchof the United Kingdom Institute of Healthcare Engineering and EstateManagement (IHEEM), expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the engineeringsector for their unwavering support. Working as one, in 2020, , the industry  adopted the advanced “Modular Integrated Construction” (MiC) technology,coupled withthe “Multi-trade Integrated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing” (MiMEP)construction method, to construct the world’s first high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward module that could be assembled and deployed superfast, marking a groundbreaking achievement of Hong Kong’s engineering sector.The design of the high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward featuresa self-sufficient airflow system enabled by the MiMEP construction method,that does not require a centralised air-conducting system withextensive external ventilation ducts. The built-in ventilation and air-conditioning system can effectively control infection by creating the necessary airflow path in the ward. Picture shows Prof Yuen conducting a smoke test showing air only flowing in one direction into the ward or being extracted through the ventilation system.Rigorous ventilation tests verified that the high-standard negative-pressureisolation ward can provide a high-quality negative-pressure environment,effectively blocking the transmission of highly infectious airborne particles to outside occupying areas.After the pandemic, the high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward module was put on an about two-year public display at the CIC-Zero CarbonPark in Kowloon Bay to promote the “Modular Integrated Construction” (MiC)method. When the display ends in 2025, some components of the module willbe recycled for purposes including reuse and further research.In addition to the double interlocking door control systems installed at the entrances to regulate airflow, the high-standard negative-pressure isolation ward is equipped with ultraviolet (UV) disinfection dual-door pass-through boxes to give patients convenience access to external supplieswhile minimising the need for medical staff to enter and exit the ward, assuch reduce viral transmission risks.The design of the ward eliminates the need for extensive external ventilation ducts or a centralised air-conditioning system. Instead, it utilises the self-sufficient ventilation and air-conditioning system coming with the MiMEP construction method that ensures a controlled only-into-the-ward airflow to effective prevent infection transmission.The design of the ward eliminates the need for extensive external ventilation ducts or a centralised air-conditioning system. Instead, it utilises the self-sufficient ventilation and air-conditioning system coming with the MiMEP construction method that ensures a controlled only-into-the-ward airflow to effectively prevent infection transmission.About Ir Prof P L YUENIr Prof P L YUEN is a professional engineer of 40 years in the healthcare engineering sector in Hong Kong. Early in his career, he worked in government departments, where he was responsible for construction, operation and maintenance of hospitals. Currently, he oversees the design and management of hospital engineering facilities within public healthcare institutions. Additionally, he leads the environmental and energy sustainability initiatives of both existing and planned hospitals, as well as hospital expansion projects across Hong Kong.On combating the COVID 19 pandemic, armed with years of experience in research, design and construction of hospital ventilation system facilities, he was able to timely innovate and turn hospital wards into negative-pressure wards, including the community treatment facility at AsiaWorld-Expo, to meet the urgent need for public medical isolation facilities. During the epidemic, he was Government appointed Chairman of the Working Group on Implementing the Requirement on Air Change or Air in Dine-in Purifiers Restaurants that helped more than 18,000 eateries in Hong Kong improve ventilation in a few months, contributing to pandemic control in the community. Early in his career, he was invited by WHO and UNOPS to be their expert advisor and had travelled several times to Indonesia to offer technical guidance on how to build isolation wards across public hospitals there.Ir Prof YUEN is the past President of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), the current Chairman of the Engineers Registration Board in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Branch Chairman of the United Kingdom Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate Management (IHEEM) and the past Vice President of the United Kingdom Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE). In 2023, he was re-elected as Deputy Chair of the International Engineering Technologists Agreements (IETA) and was elected as Chair of the Seoul Accord. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of the International Engineering Alliance (IEA). An active participant in the work of international professional organisations and platforms, he has contributed much to consolidating the professional standard and promoting mobility of the engineering sector. He was bestowed Fellowship by the Energy Institute (EI) UK and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from IHEEM UK, and recently the Gold Medal, the highest honour, from UK CIBSE. He has been a Council member of the China Hospital Association's Architectural Research Branch for close to two decades. In 2020, for his outstanding contribution to the fight against COVID-19, Ir Prof YUEN was presented the “Chief Executive’s Commendation for Community Service” by the Hong Kong SAR Government. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

中國營養品行業品牌商紐曼思公佈於香港主板上市計劃

香港, 2024年12月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 專營藻油DHA、益生菌、維生素、多維營養素及藻鈣產品的中國領先母嬰營養製成品營銷、銷售及分銷商紐曼思健康食品控股有限公司("紐曼思"或"集團"),今日公佈在香港聯合交易所有限公司("香港聯交所")主板上市計劃的詳情。集團擬發售合共250,000,000股股份,其中225,000,000股股份作國際發售(可予重新分配),25,000,000股股份作香港發售(可予重新分配)。指示性發售價範圍介乎每股發售股份0.80港元至1.09港元。假設發售價為每股發售股份0.95港元(即指示性發售價範圍的中位數)及超額配股權未獲行使,經扣除就全球發售應付的包銷費及相關上市開支後後,預計全球發售所得款項淨額約為156.3百萬港元。香港公開發售將於2024年12月30日(星期一)開始,並於2025年1月7日(星期二)正午結束。股份預期將於2025年1月10日(星期五)於香港聯交所主板掛牌買賣,股份代號為2530,每手買賣單位為8,000股股份。財通國際融資有限公司的獨家保薦人及獨家整體協調人。財通國際證券有限公司及富華建業證券有限公司為聯席全球協調人、聯席賬簿管理人及聯席牽頭經辦人。中國光大證券(香港)有限公司、First Fidelity Capital (International) Limited、富途證券國際(香港)有限公司、輝立證券(香港)有限公司、東吳證券國際經紀有限公司及眾宸證券有限公司為聯席賬簿管理人及聯席牽頭經辦人。投資亮點紮根母嬰營養品行業多年,擁穩健的市場定位及高度品牌認可紐曼思早於2007年進軍中國母嬰營養品市場,為中國母嬰營養品行業藻油DHA分部的專屬品牌擁有人。集團以專屬品牌"紐曼思"及"紐曼斯"(Nemans)營銷營養品,滿足孕婦及產後婦女、嬰兒以至兒童不同階段的營養需求。集團憑藉在行業的悠久歷史及良好聲譽、產品質量優良加上完善且多元化的銷售及分銷網絡,使集團從競爭對手中脫穎而出,並持續保持競爭優勢,從而把握市場上不斷湧現的機遇。紐曼思之業務穩步上升,收益由2021財政年度的約人民幣337.6百萬元增加至2023財政年度的約人民幣426.5百萬元;毛利率於2021至2023財政年度、以及2023及2024年6個月,維持穩定於70%以上。經調整純利[1]由2021財政年度的約人民幣130.4百萬元增加至2023財政年度的約人民幣172.3百萬元,升幅達32%。根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,集團在2023財政年度於中國藻油DHA市場的零售銷售值,無論是與中國市場國際及國內藻油DHA品牌相比,還是僅與國內藻油DHA品牌比較,均位居首位。憑藉藻油DHA產品的成功,集團持續推廣其專屬品牌下的其他營養品(如益生菌、維生素、多維營養素及藻鈣產品),以滿足消費者的不同需求和消費偏好。多年來,集團榮獲包括2021天貓雙11全球狂歡節的"增長引擎獎"、"2022年度天貓嬰童食品行業獎 - 年度超級單品獎 - 年度寶寶營養品"及"2023財年天貓國際品類冠軍營"在內的各種獎項,彰顯其營養品深受市場認可。多元銷售渠道,擴大市場滲透紐曼思在中國擁有多元化且覆蓋線上及線下渠道的銷售及分銷網絡。集團的線上銷售渠道包括在中國流行的網購平台,而鑑於近年來電子商務日益普及加上消費者對網上資訊的依賴,集團亦會透過線上銷售渠道提供資訊及宣傳其營養品與品牌。於2021財政年度、2022財政年度、2023財政年度及2024年6個月,線上銷售渠道的收益占相應年度╱期間的收益分別64.1%、66.3%、73.0%及80.7%。於往績期間,集團有絕大部分的收益來自網購平台,包括淘寶、抖音及京東。線下銷售渠道方面,於2024年6月30日,集團委聘了17名地區分銷商於中國各地銷售及分銷產品。集團的產品藉助該等地區分銷商的下游銷售渠道,如藥房、母嬰產品店、產後護理中心、零售店及其次級分銷商,滲透入中國各地的市場。集團亦定期對各分銷商進行管理、監察並培訓,確保他們熟知集團的營養品。該等線下銷售渠道佈局,令集團的產品得以覆蓋中國多地,並加速進入中國各主要城市的步伐。集團相信,其在中國的多元化銷售及分銷網絡賦予集團堅實的基礎,以利於進一步擴大產品銷售,並提高產品及品牌的市場認可度。同時,該等多元化的銷售及分銷網絡亦有助集團降低在任何當地市場的集中風險。策略性地選擇主要原材料海外供應商,提升市場信心紐曼思相信,維持營養品所用原材料的質量及安全是成功的關鍵。因此,集團透過策略性地選擇營養品的主要原材料海外供應商,維護及保持產品質量。具體而言,集團嚴格要求藻油DHA成品供應商使用全球藻油DHA市場的領導者帝斯曼集團[2]供應的主要原材料,及要求所有益生菌產品的供應商使用益生菌原材料供應商[3]供應的原材料。根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,使用國際一流原材料的產品備受中國母嬰營養品行業的消費者歡迎。因此,集團這一策略有助保證其產品質量、提升消費者信心,從而維護及提高集團的聲譽。集團對產品品質的堅持亦備受行業肯定。集團榮獲由寶寶樹(中國孕產婦及嬰兒社區平台)頒發的"Babytree寶寶樹金樹獎 - 2020年度優質國民品牌獎",由CBME孕嬰童展頒發的"CBME 2020感恩同行共生未來 - 榮耀品牌夥伴獎"及由育兒網(一家中國育兒網站)頒發的"2021年度育兒網橙品清單媽媽口碑之選 - 寶寶用品年度人氣營養品"。集團亦於2019年至2021年連續三年獲得由母嬰行業觀察及櫻桃大賞評委會頒發的"櫻桃大賞 - 年度嬰幼兒營養品品牌最佳表現力大獎"及於2022年獲得"第八屆櫻桃大賞 - 年度嬰幼兒營養品品牌傑出表現力大獎";並於2023年,再次榮獲"天貓國際母嬰行業紫曜雷霆獎"。管理團隊經驗豐富,確保業務可持續發展紐曼思由一支經驗豐富及盡忠職守的管理團隊帶領,團隊具備有關中國營養品市場的豐富經驗及淵博知識。集團的主席、行政總裁及執行董事王平先生於企業營運及管理方面擁有超過20年經驗,自集團成立以來一直管理本集團。而負責集團整體營運及管理的安勇先生,曾任澳美澳乳業總經理,擁有超過17年的食品行業。同時,集團的其他高級管理層成員於營養品行業擁有多年經驗或具備相關的管理和財務專長,令集團得以制定及實施適當的業務策略,快速應對中國營養品市場瞬息萬變的市場環境及需求,有助集團實現可持續增長。業務策略紐曼思的業務目標是實現可持續增長、提高市場份額及鞏固集團在中國營養品市場的市場地位。為進一步實現該等目標,集團計劃採取以下策略:透過多種方法增加營銷投入,提升集團品牌知名度紐曼思相信,成功的品牌建設是業務發展的關鍵。集團已經將"紐曼思"及"紐曼斯"(英文名稱為"Nemans")發展為在中國獲高度認可的品牌。自2007年首次對出DHA產品以來,集團的營銷、銷售及分銷主要集中於中國的一線、新一線及二線城市,但廣東省、江蘇省、山東省、浙江省及安徽省的若干三、四線城市(如汕頭、江門、揭陽、湛江、肇慶、潮州、清遠等)("選定城市")的營養品行業亦存在巨大潛力和機遇。根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,選定城市的營養品市場總規模2018至2023年複合年增長率約為28.6%,預期至2028年複合年增長率將達19.9%;其年度人均可支配收入約為人民幣25,000元至人民幣68,000元,與該等省份的一、二線城市有或多或少的重迭區間;由於業內領先品牌歷來集中在中國的一線、新一線及二線城市進行營銷及銷售,選定城市的市場競爭亦較小。有見及此,為進一步推廣產品、提升品牌知名度及形象,並加強尤其是對現有銷售及分銷網絡尚未覆蓋或覆蓋不足的較低發展地區的滲透力,集團擬透過不同的方式加強市場營銷工作,進一步擴大銷售及分銷網絡,提高線上及線下渠道的銷售額。對於線上渠道,集團將在社交媒體平台及網購平台進行網上營銷以及推廣其品牌及產品。而針對線下渠道,集團將擴大線下銷售網絡、舉辦及參與會議、大型貿易展覽會及業界活動。集團已計劃於未來三年各年底前舉辦約15至20場會議。在香港推廣集團的產品,並將銷售網絡擴展到當地根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,鑑於在中國母嬰營養品行業,使用進口原材料的產品頗受客戶青睞,國內品牌在香港開設辦事處和商店,應可進一步加強其進口原材料和海外加工的產品在客戶心中的形象及印象,而在香港銷售的營養品亦被中國消費者認為更值得信賴和可靠。因此,集團計劃透過在香港推廣其產品,並將銷售網絡延伸至當地,進一步加強其品牌形象。為此,集團擬在香港中環一個購物中心設立一家零售店;加之其藻油DHA及益生菌產品使用國際供應商提供的主要原材料,集團相信,有關策略可進一步加強集團品牌的國際元素。同時,集團計劃聘請設於香港的獨立營銷代理,在香港為集團的產品開展一系列的促銷活動。有關營銷及推廣服務將包括:電視廣告、戶外平面廣告、開幕活動管理、贊助管理、數字平台策略性推廣,及在嬰童展和其他巡迴展覽中進行推廣。集團亦擬於香港設立一個辦事處及倉庫,以支持集團當地零售店運作及產品分銷。所得款項用途項目約向着名且受歡迎的KOL購買營銷及推廣服務34.5%購買電商公司的品牌營銷及推廣產品22.0%參與會議及大型貿易展覽會及業界活動7.0%在香港中環一座購物中心設立零售店12.6%聘請香港的獨立營銷代理18.0%在香港設立辦事處及倉庫5.9%關於紐曼思健康食品控股有限公司紐曼思健康食品控股有限公司是一家專注於高品質藻油DHA、益生菌、維生素、多維營養素及藻鈣產品的中國領先營養製成品營銷、銷售及分銷商。作為中國母嬰營養品行業藻油DHA分部的專利品牌擁有人,集團旗下兩大核心品牌"紐曼思"及"紐曼斯"(Nemans),透過多元化的銷售及分銷網絡,為中國消費者提供優質的健康及營養解決方案。根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,集團在2023財政年度於中國藻油DHA市場的零售銷售值,無論是與中國市場國際及國內藻油DHA品牌相比,還是僅與國內藻油DHA品牌比較,均位居首位。此外,在使用海外供應商供應的藻油DHA原材料的中國前五大母嬰藻油DHA國內品牌中(總計市佔率達62.3%),集團的零售銷售值高居榜首。如欲了解更多,請訪問集團官方網站:https://www.numans.cc/[1] 經調整純利(非香港財務報告準則計量)的定義為加回上市開支的經調整年╱期內純利。[2] 根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,帝斯曼集團被視為中國藻油DHA市場的領導者,按產量及價值計算,於2023年製造中國藻油DHA市場超過40%的原材料及成品。[3] 根據弗若斯特沙利文諮詢報告,該供貨商於2023年為中國最大益生菌原材料供貨商之一,占當年中國益生菌原材料供應市場總收益約35%。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

全球首個組裝合成可快速建造高規格負壓隔離病房完成歷史任務

香港, 2024年12月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 香港醫療工程業界一直積極響應香港特別行政區政府推動先進科技建築法,以實現高效建築。業界於2020年採用先進的「組裝合成」(MiC)建造技術,配以「機電裝備合成法」(MiMEP),成功建造全球首個組裝合成可快速建造的高規格負壓隔離病房的模組。該模組早在2020年第一波疫情開始被徵用作抗疫用途。疫後負壓隔離病房的模組被轉送到九龍灣建造業零碳天地作為期約兩年的公眾展覽,以推廣組裝合成建築法。模組於2025年完成公眾展覽後,部分組件將會被回收,作進一步研究等用途。此項目展現了創新工程技術在用於公共衛生方面的巨大潛力,並為模組化設計傳染病隔離設施的技術奠定了堅實的基礎。香港工程業界過去一直群策群力,運用嶄新思維和技術,為對抗新冠疫情出一分力。由設計草圖到落成項目,業界僅用了四個月的時間,於2020年5月成功打造出媲美醫院規格的負壓隔離病房,並成為全球首例,及後此設計方案更被譽為「港版火神山」。此設施設計展現了香港工程界的專業能力、創新精神以及在危機時刻的快速應變能力,更為全球應對這類事件提供了重要的參考範例。該項目採用先進的MiC建造技術,配以MiMEP兩種高效建築方法相輔相成,共同提高建築效率,讓整個建造周期僅需約一個月的時間。MiC技術允許近八成的工序在工廠預製完成,再運送至現場快速組裝和調試,顯著縮短了在工地的建造時間,並確保了工程質量和可持續性。經嚴格的通風測試驗證,這些病房能提供高效的負壓隔離環境,有效阻斷高傳染性病毒粒子經空氣的傳播。隔離病房設計的特點是不需外置大量風喉等的中央空調系統支援,以 MiMEP 內藏的通風空調自給自足形成所需的空氣流向設計,得以有效控制感染。因應香港寸金尺土的情況,須設計出能在狹小空間建成的項目,這個「高度濃縮設計」在當時來說是全球首例。香港工程師學會前會長、英國屋宇裝備工程師學會前副會長、英國醫療工程學會香港分會主席源栢樑教授、工程師表示:「當年受到國家『火神山』項目的啟發,開始構思如何在有限的空間內建成高規格的隔離病房,要有雙門連鎖控制,以達至精準控制氣流走向,為了便於運輸,因此以標準貨櫃箱體積為藍本而設計,是其中一個理想的選項。結合MiC和MiMEP兩種建築方法,可實現病房自給自足的通風空調設計,以及透過較小的機電模組連接每間病房供電,這項創新設計亦成為當時的全球首例。」源教授在其時亦分享了這設計給各工程同業,合作建設更多合適的隔離設施。源教授補充:「組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房的成功,證明了工程創新在應對公共衛生挑戰中的重要作用。該項目已完成其歷史任務,但這並非終點,我期望透過這次成功的經驗,更好地響應政府以此新穎的高效建築方法,建造更多先進的建築項目,並鼓勵香港更多工程師投身創科創新行列,攜手演譯及說好香港工程故事。」香港工程師學會前會長、英國屋宇裝備工程師學會前副會長、英國醫療工程學會香港分會主席源栢樑教授、工程師衷心感謝工程業界的鼎力支持,群策群力於2020年採用先進的「组裝合成」(MiC)建造技術,配以「機電裝備合成法」(MiMEP),成功建造全球首個组裝合成可快速建造的高規格負壓隔離病房的模组,成就香港工程界的創舉。此組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房的設計特點是不需外置大量風喉等的中央空調系統支援,以「機電裝備合成法」(MiMEP)內藏的通風空調自給自足形成所需的空氣流向設計,得以有效控制感染。圖示香港工程師學會前會長、英國屋宇裝備工程師學會前副會長、英國醫療工程學會香港分會主席源栢樑教授、工程師進行煙霧測試,顯示空氣只會單向流入病房,或經通風系統被抽走。經嚴格的通風測試驗證,此組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房能提供高質量的負壓隔離環境,有效阻斷高傳染性粒子經空氣的傳播。疫後高規格負壓隔離病房的模組被轉送到九龍灣建造業零碳天地作為期約兩年的公眾展覽,以推廣組裝合成建築法。模組於2025年完成公眾展覽後,部分組件將會被回收,作進一步研究等用途。此組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房除了在出入口安裝雙重門控制氣流之外,亦設有紫外光消毒雙重門傳遞箱,方便病人隨時接收房外物資的同時,盡量減少醫護人員進出病房的次數,降低病毒傳播的風險。此組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房的設計特點是不需外置大量風喉等的中央空調系統支援,以「機電裝備合成法」(MiMEP)內藏的通風空調自給自足形成所需的空氣流向設計,即空氣只會流入病房,不會從病房流出,得以有效控制感染。此組裝合成高規格負壓隔離病房的設計特點是不需外置大量風喉等的中央空調系統支援,以「機電裝備合成法」(MiMEP)內藏的通風空調自給自足形成所需的空氣流向設計,即空氣只會流入病房,不會從病房流出,得以有效控制感染。關於源栢樑教授、工程師源栢樑教授、工程師是一位專業工程師,他為香港醫療工程界服務四十年。早年在香港政府部門任職期間,源教授、工程師開始參與醫院的建造、營運和維護。目前,他在公營醫療機構負責監督醫院的工程設施設計及管理。他亦帶領環境及能源可持續發展方面的工作,涵蓋本港現有醫院、新建及擴建醫院項目。在對抗新冠肺炎疫情方面,他憑藉多年有關研究及設計和建設醫院通風系統設施的經驗,適時創新設計及改建醫院內病房為負壓病房包括亞博館社區治療設施,以應付公共醫療對隔離設施的急切需求。抗疫其間源教授更擔當政府「食肆換氣量規定工作小組」主席,在短短幾個月內為逾 18,000 家食肆改善通風,為社區的疫情防控帶來莫大裨益。他早年亦受世界衛生組織及聯合國項目事務邀請擔任專家顧問,數度到印尼為當地公立醫院建造隔離病房給予工程技術指導。源教授、工程師為「香港工程師學會」前任會長,現任香港「工程師註冊管理局」主席,「英國醫療工程學會」香港分會主席,以及「英國屋宇裝備工程師學會」前任副會長。源教授、工程師於二零二三年再度獲選為「國際工程技術士協定」副主席,並同時當選出任「首爾協議」主席,亦成為「國際工程聯盟」執委會成員。源教授、工程師積極參與全球各個國際工程專業組織及平台工作,為鞏固工程專業水平及推動工程界有更廣泛流動性作出不少貢獻,獲 「英國能源學會」頒授榮譽院士、及「英國醫療工程學會」終身成就奬,最近更獲得「英國屋宇裝備工程師學會」授予學會最高榮譽的金奬奬章,他亦已作為委員服務了「中國醫院協會」醫院建設分會接近二十年。在二零二零年,源教授獲香港特別行政區頒授「行政長官社會服務獎狀」,以表彰他於對抗新冠疫情所作出的傑出貢獻。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

Atlas Lithium Accelerates Production Readiness with Key Executive Appointments

Boca Raton, Florida--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - December 30, 2024) - Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) ("Atlas Lithium" or "Company"), a leading lithium pre-production company, is pleased to announce two pivotal additions to its leadership team, marking a significant step forward in the Company's journey to becoming a leading lithium producer at its Neves Project in Brazil's thriving Lithium Valley.Strengthening Project Implementation Expertise with Eduardo QueirozEduardo Queiroz joins Atlas Lithium as Project Management Officer (PMO) and Vice President of Engineering, bringing over 20 years of hands-on experience managing complex, large-scale mining projects, and making him the perfect addition to drive the Company's Neves Project to revenue generation. Mr. Queiroz has more than two decades of expertise in managing large-scale and complex mining projects, most recently as General Manager of Planning and Management at Bamin, a unit of Eurasian Resources Group, where he successfully led the strategic planning of several projects over US$3 billion, including an integrated iron ore mining project encompassing mining operations, processing plant, railway, and ocean port facilities. His comprehensive experience includes engineering oversight, environmental compliance, risk management, and the implementation of cost-efficient operational strategies. He holds an MBA in Project Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas and a degree in Civil Engineering from the Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto."Eduardo's arrival could not come at a better time," said Marc Fogassa, CEO and Chairman of Atlas Lithium. "As we prepare to transition into production, his proven track record in the implementation of Brazilian mining projects will be instrumental in our success. We are honored and thrilled to have him on our team."Expanding Asian Market Presence with Lili WuIn addition to strengthening our technical capabilities, Atlas Lithium is expanding its global footprint with the appointment of Lili Wu as Head of Business Development for Asia. Based in Beijing, Ms. Wu brings a wealth of knowledge and an extensive network in the lithium and battery materials industries. Her prior roles at InsightWoo and IHS Markit (now part of S&P Global) demonstrate her ability to drive results in international markets. From negotiating long-term procurement agreements to advising top financial institutions on lithium investments, she has a proven ability to add value in the ever-evolving lithium supply chain. Ms. Wu holds a Master's degree in Accounting from the University of New South Wales and a Bachelor's degree in International Trade from Beijing International Studies University.The appointment of Ms. Wu comes at a strategic time as Atlas Lithium continues to strengthen its market presence in regions experiencing robust electric vehicle growth. Recent market data shows China's electric vehicle (EV) sales jumped 51% year-over-year as of November 2024, underlining the region's vital role in the global energy transition. With established offtake agreements with major partners like Mitsui & Co. in Japan and leading lithium chemical producers Chengxin and Yahua in China, Atlas Lithium has commercial relationships in key growth markets. This global approach positions the Company to capitalize on worldwide opportunities in the lithium supply chain while reducing dependence on any single regional market."I have had the privilege of working with Lili and her contributions have already been invaluable to Atlas Lithium," said Fogassa. "Her unparalleled work ethic and deep understanding of the Asian lithium market make her the perfect ambassador for this high EV growth region."Positioned for Global SuccessThese strategic hires reflect the Company's unwavering commitment to excellence as it advances toward production. Eduardo Queiroz and Lili Wu represent the next generation of leadership at Atlas Lithium, bringing the vision, expertise, and energy we need to achieve our ambitious goals."At Atlas Lithium, our mission is not just to mine lithium but to power the world's transition to sustainable energy," said Fogassa. "With Eduardo's operational expertise and Lili's unmatched ability to navigate the dynamic Asian markets, we are well-positioned for growth. With a world-class team and a clear vision, Atlas Lithium is ready to deliver value to our shareholders, partners, and the global energy ecosystem."About Atlas Lithium Corporation Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) is advancing to production its wholly owned hard-rock lithium Neves Project located in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The Neves Project has received operational permitting from Minas Gerais in October 2024. Additionally, with 539 square kilometers of lithium mineral rights, Atlas Lithium owns the largest lithium exploration footprint in Brazil of any publicly listed company. The company also holds a 32.7% ownership stake in Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (formerly Jupiter Gold Corporation), a diversified mining company with significant mineral rights in rare earths, copper, graphite, nickel, iron ore, gold, and quartzite.Safe Harbor StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Lithium and its subsidiaries and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Such statements include, among others, those concerning market and industry segment growth and demand and acceptance of new and existing products; any projections of production, reserves, sales, earnings, revenue, margins or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; uncertainties related to conducting business in Brazil, as well as all assumptions, expectations, predictions, intentions or beliefs about future events. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: results from ongoing geotechnical analysis of projects; business conditions in Brazil; general economic conditions, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes; availability of capital; Atlas Lithium's ability to maintain its competitive position; manipulative attempts by short sellers to drive down our stock price; and dependence on key management.Additional risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are more fully discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Form 10-K/A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on November 9, 2024. Please also refer to the Company's other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.Investor RelationsGary GuytonVice President, Investor Relations+1 (833) 661-7900gary.guyton@atlas-lithium.comhttps://www.atlas-lithium.com/@Atlas_LithiumTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/235457 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

順豐控股:把握物流行業發展紅利 以人為本打造新質生產力

香港, 2024年12月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 據香港經濟日報報道,亞洲物流龍頭順豐控股(6936.HK)在以人為本的企業文化指導下,依託強有力的組織和戰略執行機制,通過優化管理、技術創新、多網融通、營運模式變革等措施,持續提高經營效率,增厚盈利能力,在降本增效方面始終走在行業前列。年內,交通運輸部、國家發展改革委聯合印發《交通物流降本提質增效行動計劃》的通知,從國家層面擬通過進一步降本增效來振興中國物流運輸行業的戰略和決心,釋放重大利好。戰略優勢,增強企業凝聚力與美譽度在順豐控股31年的發展征程中,戰略先行保證了企業的革新力,建立科學的實施管理體系並全面推動,有的放矢地提升組織能力,加速戰略執行與業績提升。順豐的管理團隊,帶領順豐控股完成了短期內具有挑戰但長期內具有巨大效益的變革。通過在國內和國際上堅定執行增長策略、戰略收購及合作夥伴關係,公司發展成為亞洲最大的綜合物流服務提供商。同時,憑藉豐富的本土和國際經驗,管理團隊多元化的背景亦創造了一種包容的學習和合作文化,幫助公司吸引了眾多頂尖人才。對順豐控股而言,以人為本的企業文化對內可促進公司可持續增長,對外則促進與客戶建立更緊密的關係。公司大力培養收派員團隊,為其提供有行業競爭力的薪酬和福利待遇、持續的培訓和上升通道,讓他們得到應有的支持和關懷,並將同樣的熱情和溫暖傳遞給客戶。公司已連續八年獲《財富》雜誌評為最受讚賞的中國公司之一,成為唯一一家獲此國際殊榮的物流服務提供商。運營管控能力卓越,擴大規模經濟效應基於直營、綜合物流能力和獨立第三方的業務模式,順豐控股建立了強大的運營管控能力,不斷提高對全鏈條的可視性,進行資源的靈活分配,使其具有行業領先的競爭優勢,在有效提高效率的同時保持較低的成本,形成規模經濟。為在整個運營過程中提高運營效率並降低成本,順豐控股運用多種方式來提高生產力,同時專注於多網融通和運營效率提升。隨著能力和服務不斷發展,公司能夠不斷識別更多的協同領域,以提高運營效率,帶來可持續的盈利增長,2021年至2023年歸母淨利潤複合年增長率達31.9%。此外,為推進多網融通,順豐控股計劃繼續實施統一的物流網絡規劃,整合多個物流網絡的相關資源,以創建一個高度融合物流網絡,這將提高資源利用率,避免重複投資建設並增強規模經濟效應。特別是,公司將通過進一步優化設施的利用率並採用創新的運營模式,專注於提高在攬收、中轉、運輸、配送等各環節的能力和效率,以及通過增加數字化管理舉措和優化激勵計劃,進一步提升人員管理效率。多項深有裨益的降本增效舉措,令順豐控股獲得了可觀的業務規模、業績增長及盈利能力,形成新質生產力。存量與增量政策協同作用下,其高質量可持續發展的經營基礎正不斷鞏固,未來有望呈現一個更深度國際化的標杆物流企業。近期公司宣佈獲調入滬港通及深港通下的標的證券名單,已於12月23日生效。隨著公司H股調入滬、深港通名單,內地投資者投資門檻得到降低,有望提升公司H股的交易流動性,利好公司H股的股價表現。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

The Bilingual Book Company Launches New, Innovative Bilingual Audiobook App

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, Dec 27, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Language-learning innovator Angeline Pompei now offers an app for The Bilingual Book Company, which offers bilingual audiobooks based on interest-based learning for kids and language students, revolutionizing how listeners experience and learn languages through bilingual books."Bilingual audiobooks inspire curiosity and empower children to explore their interests independently in two languages," Angeline said. "Now available on the app in addition desktop version, users can listen to and read bilingual audiobooks with line-by-line translation, making language learning accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages."The seamless and engaging app is another milestone for The Bilingual Book Company in providing high-quality bilingual audiobooks for children and language students. The line-by-line translation capability ensures that listeners can follow along with the text in their native language while simultaneously hearing the audio in the target language. This approach has proven to enhance comprehension and retention, making it an invaluable tool for language learners.The app supports different language combinations, including English paired with Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean. It caters to the learners' needs, whether a native English speaker looking to learn Spanish or a Korean speaker interested in improving her English.The user-friendly interface allows users to select their preferred language combination. Users should turn off any page translators to see the bilingual text on the site.The app features a language section with verbs separated by pronouns. There is repeating text and audio for pattern recognition to help with memorization. Angeline says, "We are learning differently. As a language learner and visual hands-on learner myself, I decided to replicate text and audio so that the language students could really see the patterns and rules of conjugation.The Bilingual Book Company provides bilingual books for kids to read and listen to subjects that interest them to effectively learn a new language and make it part of their daily activities or routines. "Interest based learning is a key component to the program. I believe language learners, both children and adults, will study longer if they are truly interested in the topic," Angeline stated. The varied selection allows children to pick a fascinating topic and learn about it in two languages - so language learning is not the sole focus."I created my own material, which was just line-by-line translations in English-Spanish and English-French," Angeline said in an exclusive interview. "I started producing bilingual books and took it a step further by creating bilingual audio, utilizing artificial voices that mimic authentic English, Spanish, and French speakers, allowing listeners to follow along with the text."Angeline said "Having a variety of books also empowers children to choose what they want to read or learn about, making them confident lifelong learners. "Acquiring a language takes time and daily practice. It was important for me to make learning a positive addition to a child or the language student's daily routine."For more information about The Bilingual Book Company and its new app, please visit www.thebilingualbookcompany.com.About Angeline PompeiAngeline Pompei is an entrepreneur, recording artist and adult language learner with a degree in aerospace engineering and a TELF certification to teach English internationally as a second language. She is also a certified AI Prompt Engineer. Founder and CEO of Learn English Fast®, she created The Bilingual Book Company®, which comprises Angeline Pompei's unique series of line-by-line bilingual books for learning languages. As a recording artist and songwriter, she created the album, "Verbiage," available on all streaming platforms. Verbiage is a collection of songs that sound like normal songs but aims to teach English through hidden grammar, vocabulary themes, and verb conjugation through music. The album "Verbiage" is available on all streaming platforms. Her songbook that goes along with her album, "Verbiage," is available free on her website, https://LearnEnglishFast.com.Angeline Pompei is an entrepreneur with 20 years of experience in skincare and skincare marketing. A multi-faceted individual, she uses all her experience to teach adults English through interest-based learning, bilingual materials, and music. All Learn English Fast® resources are available on her websites LearnEnglishFast.com and TheBilingualBookCompany.comContact InformationMaria PenalozaMedia and Content Strategistmaria.penaloza@issuerdirect.comAngeline Pompei+1-647-883-6979SOURCE: Angeline AuthenticRelated Images Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Annual Surge of 37% in Legal and Compliance Job Roles while overall hiring drops 6% in Singapore: foundit Insights Tracker

Key Highlights:Roles in renewable energy, sustainability, and environmental engineering gain slight momentum as Singapore advances its Green Plan 2030 initiativesThe Education sector remains resilient with 1% increase over the last monthImport/Export (+1%), Advertising, Market Research, Public Relations, Media, and Entertainment (+1%), Healthcare (+1%) also register marginal growth.SINGAPORE, Dec 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), one of Asia’s leading jobs and talent platforms, has published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) report for Singapore for November 2024. The Singapore fit report highlights a marginal increase over the last month in hiring across 8 of the 15 industry sectors monitored by the tracker.The tracker revealed a 6% drop in recruitment activity in November 2024 compared to the same period last year, with the index falling from 113 in November 2023 to 106, signaling a downward trend. On a month-on-month basis, hiring activity in Singapore experienced a slight decline, as the index dipped from 107 in October 2024.The tracker also indicates a 5% decline in hiring activity over the past six months, possibly reflecting factors such as budget constraints, evolving industry priorities, and adjustments in workforce strategies. However, as per the report, opportunities persist in innovative and digitally-driven roles, highlighting the importance of targeted upskilling to meet market demands.Commenting on Singapore's job trends for November 2024, a foundit official said, "There is a marginal  increase in hiring across certain industry sectors and roles. The silver lining is a surge in roles in legal and compliance over the year and approximately 5 % increase in jobs in renewable energy, sustainability, and environmental engineering due to Singapore’s Green Plan 2030 initiative. Overall, Singapore's job market is a mixed bag and will constantly evolve.”Jobs in the Education, Import/Export, Advertising, Market Research, Public Relations, Media, and Entertainment, Healthcare sectors remain resilient.The Education sector continued to remain resilient in November 2024, registering a 1% increase in hiring over the last month. led by rising opportunities in areas such as online education platforms, professional development, and sustainability-related training.The Import/Export sector, Advertising, Market Research, Public Relations, Media, and Entertainment sector and Healthcare sector also registered a 1% growth each, in the same period.Few sectors experience a dip in demand, following an increase in hiring during the previous monthThe IT, Telecom/ISP, and BPO/ITES sector and the Retail/Trade and Logistics sector experienced a dip in demand of 2% and 3%, respectively, following an uptick in hiring during the previous month. This trend highlights the cyclical nature of recruitment as industries recalibrate after periods of increased activity.The BFSI sector continued to witness a decline in hiring activity by 4%, sequentially, over the last month. As per the tracker, this is most likely driven by evolving financial market conditions and strategic realignments within the industry.The Production/Manufacturing, Automotive, and Ancillary, Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, and Hospitality saw a drop in hiring demand by 1% each, over the past month. In addition, Shipping/Marine, Government/ PSU/ Defence, Consumer Goods/FMCG and Oil and Gas saw no change in hiring activity.Half of the 12 tracked functions experienced muted hiring activity in November 2024 compared to the previous month.In terms of functional roles, the demand for legal professionals saw muted demand over the last month but has seen a significant surge of 37% annually. The Singapore interim legal market has experienced a notable uptick in compliance roles, possibly driven by increasing regulatory changes and demands. Also, law firms are increasingly focusing on integrating technology to enhance client services and operational efficiency leading to this annual increase.The Software, Hardware, and Telecom sector, and the Finance & Accounts sector experienced a decline in demand of 4% and 3%, respectively, over the past month as employers follow a cautious approach due to external headwinds. At the same time roles in Sales & Business Development, HR & Admin, Purchase/Logistics/Supply Chain and Engineering/Production noted a marginal dip of 1% each.The Hospitality & Travel sector, Marketing & Communications and Customer Service sectors saw no growth in demand in November 2024 compared to October 2024. This may be attributed to organisations maintaining existing workforce levels while closely monitoring market conditions and anticipating potential challenges in the coming months. The Healthcare sector, too, saw no change, however, healthcare innovation and expanding biotechnology capabilities are expected to boost demand for specialized talent in the coming months.The foundit Insights Tracker is a comprehensive monthly analysis of online job posting activity conducted by foundit. Based on a real-time review of millions of employer job opportunities culled from a large, representative selection of online career outlets, the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) presents a snapshot of employer online recruitment activity nationwide.About foundit - APAC & Middle Eastfoundit, formerly Monster (APAC & ME) is Asia’s leading jobs & talent platform offering comprehensive employment solutions to recruiters and job seekers across APAC & ME. In addition to a powerful AI-powered job search, foundit offers e-learning, assessments, and services related to resume creation, interview preparation, and professional networking. Since its inception, the company has assisted over 120 million job seekers across 18 countries in connecting them with the right job opportunities and upskilling. foundit is now also the Official Talent Partner of the Badminton World Federation across 20 key world tour events.Over the last two decades, the company has been a leader in the world of recruitment solutions and has launched a cutting-edge solution to give recruiters access to passive candidates in addition to active ones. With the use of advanced technology, foundit is seeking to efficiently bridge the talent gap across industry verticals, experience levels, and geographies. Today, foundit is committed to enabling and connecting the right talent with the right opportunities by harnessing the power of deep tech to sharpen hyper-personalised job searches and offer precision hiring. Additionally, foundit has been recognised as a Great Place To Work, reflecting its dedication to fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture.     To learn more, about foundit in APAC & Gulf,Visit: https://www.foundit.sg | www.foundit.com.ph |www.foundit.my | https://www.foundit.in| https://www.founditgulf.com |www.foundit.com.hk | https://www.foundit.idContact:Namrata SharmaNamrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com+6581383034 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Revolutionize Your Business Plan: How Ai is Making Entrepreneurship Easier

SINGAPORE, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In today's fast-paced business world, writing a comprehensive business plan can feel overwhelming for entrepreneurs. However, with the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this process is becoming more efficient and accessible. This guide shows how to use AI tools to create a business plan for your idea.Think of AI as your digital assistant, speeding up the first draft so you have more time to make it better. AI gives you a structure, but your own ideas and understanding of your business makes the plan unique.Embrace AI in Business Planning - Before you begin, you should know what goes into a business plan: a summary of your business, details about your company and offerings, and information about your market and competitors. You may also consider creating plans for your business sales, management, operations, and finances.Gather all your business details first. This makes it easier for AI to help you turn them into a plan.Feeding Information to AI - Start by providing a general overview of your business, including its name, target market, products or services, and financial projections. GoDaddy is sharing a prompt template below that can be used to provide information:"I'm developing a business plan for my company, [company name], a [industry] startup offering [product/service]. Please accept the information below about my company as a basis for developing a strong business plan."Creating Sections with AI Help - Breaking your business plan into sections and using specific prompts for each can streamline the process. AI can generate initial drafts for each part, which you can then review and edit. Here are some prompts to help guide you:1. Summary and Company Description:- "As a successful entrepreneur and seasoned strategist, draft an enticing executive summary and company description for [company name] in the [industry] sector."2. Products and Services:- "As an innovative product developer, provide a comprehensive description of [product/service] offered by my company."3. Market Analysis:- "As a market analyst, outline a detailed market analysis for [company name]."4. Competitive Analysis:- "Compile a concise competitive analysis for [company name], highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of key competitors."5. Marketing and Sales Plan:- "Create a thorough sales and marketing plan for [company name], including a detailed growth strategy."6. Value Proposition:- "Assume the perspective of a potential customer and identify the unique selling proposition of [company name]."7. Ownership and Management Plan:- "Outline the optimal structure, ownership, and management roles for [company name]."8. Operating Plan:"Craft an efficient operating plan for [company name], detailing infrastructure and risk management."9. Financial Plan:"Develop a comprehensive financial overview and funding request for [company name], including income statements and sales forecasts."10. Extra Information:This is where you can add any extra details like research or visuals.Finalizing Your Plan - Once you have drafts for each part, it's time to make it all fit together nicely. Your business plan should clearly show what your business is about and its path to success.Getting Feedback from AI - After refining your draft, ask AI to check for any missing parts, mistakes or inconsistencies. This is a good time for AI to help create a summary, mission statement, vision, values, and value proposition to ensure alignment with your business goals.Make a One-Page Plan - Lastly, create a simple one-page version of your business plan. It should include all the important points and be easy to understand. This step ensures clarity and focus, making it easier to communicate your business strategy to stakeholders. Remember, while AI helps a lot, it does not replace the ingenuity and oversight of human input to help ensure your unique business ideas are being reflected in your plan.AI can be a helpful tool for creating and growing your business’ digital presence. With GoDaddy Airo, an AI powered experience, you can embrace AI to streamline your business planning and operations, allowing you more time to focus on turning your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.Find out more how GoDaddy Airo can help your business idea get started online.About GoDaddy   GoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services, and accept payments. GoDaddy Airo™, the company's AI-powered experience, makes growing a small business faster and easier by helping them to get their idea online in minutes, drive traffic and boost sales. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.Issued on behalf of GoDaddy.For more information, contact:Fekra Communicationsinfo@fekracomms.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Feel the Magic of Snowfall at Spritzer EcoPark’s Festive Wonder Carnival 2024

TAIPING, Malaysia, Dec 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - This holiday season, Spritzer EcoPark invites visitors of all ages to its highly-anticipated year-end Festive Wonder Carnival 2024 and experience the magic of winter like never before. The signature highlight is the magical snowfall sessions, bringing the wonder of falling snow to the tropics. Held daily from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM until 5th January 2025, the carnival is a must-visit destination for families and friends seeking festive cheer and unforgettable memories.Spritzer EcoPark’s Christmas tree and colourful decorations light up the holiday season, bringing festive cheer to all visitorsThe Festive Wonder Carnival offers a variety of other exciting activities. Adventurous guests can experience a ride at the LED Paddle Kart station, while those seeking a bit of friendly competition can test their skills at the park’s scenic 18-hole Mini Golf course. Those with a creative hand can engage in hands-on activities and craft unique creations at the DIY and Crafting workshops. Families can also participate in the fun of the Mini Games, which feature a range of entertaining challenges and exciting prizes up for grabs. Entry to the Spritzer EcoPark and snowfall sessions are free-of-charge, and there may be nominal charges for other activities, kept at an affordable rate for all to enjoy.Snacks and beverages are also available at the carnival site, or visitors can opt to enjoy their meal or teatime in the cozy ambience of STG Café, which serves delicious European-Asian fare and festive season specials such as Roasted Honey Glazed Spring Chicken. Adding to the holiday spirit, visitors can take advantage of special promotions on Spritzer products, a rare chance to stock up on favourite beverages and items at unbeatable prices, available only during carnival.Head of Public Relations at Spritzer, Winnie Chin said, “The Festive Wonder Carnival 2024 embodies the spirit of the season – joy, togetherness, and celebration. We are thrilled to host an event that offers so much for families, friends, and visitors to experience. From the magical snowfall sessions to fun activities and great food, there is something for everyone. This school holiday, we invite you and your families to join us and create unforgettable memories at Spritzer EcoPark.”Spritzer EcoPark, nestled in the heart of Taiping, offers more than just the carnival experience. Visitors can also revel in the beauty of nature and history by wandering along tranquil walking trails, Tree Tag Walkabout, and the ancient 214-million-year-old Cactus Rock.The park is open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM. During special events, the park extends its operating hours to coincide with the event schedule. We are located at Lot 898, Jalan Reservoir, Off Jalan Air Kuning, 34000 Taiping, Perak.For more updates and details, follow Spritzer EcoPark on Facebook and Instagram.About Spritzer:Established in 1989, Spritzer Group has been a pioneer in providing Malaysians with natural mineral water sourced from a 440-acre green rainforest. Committed to innovation, Spritzer Group leads the Malaysian bottled water industry through manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and sales of its diverse product line. From renowned natural mineral water to refreshing non-carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks, each product is carefully crafted to meet consumer needs.Comprising eight business subsidiaries, Spritzer Group specializes in the production and distribution of silica-rich natural mineral water, sparkling natural mineral water, distilled drinking water, carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks, and non-carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks.With over 30 years of experience, Spritzer Group is Malaysia's largest and only listed bottled water producer. For more information, please visit www.spritzer.com.my Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Spectral Capital Announces Transformation into a Deep Quantum Technology Platform

SEATTLE, WA, Dec 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Spectral Capital Corporation (OTCQB: FCCN),  a leader in quantum innovation, proudly announces its transformation into a Deep Quantum Technology Platform. This strategic evolution positions Spectral at the forefront of the quantum era, uniting proprietary technologies in quantum cloud computing, distributed quantum ledger databases, and plasmonic quantum chips.With the addition of renowned quantum physicist Dr. Moshik Cohen as Chief Technology Officer and the groundbreaking Verdant Quantum initiative, Spectral Capital is pioneering scalable, sustainable, and practical quantum computing solutions.From Incubator to Operator: Spectral’s New VisionSpectral Capital has redefined its role in quantum technology by moving beyond incubation to develop, own, and operate its proprietary quantum systems.“This is not just a rebranding—it is a bold leap into the future of quantum computing,” said Jenifer Osterwalder, CEO. “Spectral Capital is now delivering a fully integrated platform with technologies like the Vogon Decentralized Edge and Hybrid Cloud, its embedded Distributed Quantum Ledger Database (DQLDB), plasmonic System-On-a-Chip (SOC) architecture, and energy-efficient quantum algorithms. These innovations bridge the gap between classical and quantum systems, offering the scalability and environmental responsibility required for the quantum era.”Introducing Room Temperature Quantum Transfer and ComputeTo drive its ambitious vision, Spectral announced earlier this month the addition Dr. Moshik Cohen, an expert in quantum state dynamics and plasmonic computing as CTO.  The Company is fusing the revolutionary initiative from Verdant Quantum to eliminate the need for cryogenic cooling by leveraging room-temperature plasmonic chips.This solution bridges classical and quantum computing with CMOS-compatible plasmonic processors allowing these chips harness energy waves controlled by light, called plasmons, to deliver near-light-speed data processing with unmatched precision and efficiency—all while dramatically reducing energy consumption and costs.Transformative Innovations Powering Spectral’s PlatformThe world’s first plasmonic-ready distributed quantum ledger database, Vogon, provides secure, scalable, and semantically enriched data management. Its key features include:Deterministic Concurrency for low-latency performance.Post-Quantum Cryptography with SPHINCS+ for unparalleled security.Consensus Algorithms to ensure robust and scalable decentralized operations.The Vogon DQLDB seamlessly connects legacy systems to quantum ecosystems, enabling industries such as finance, logistics, and healthcare to harness quantum efficiencies today.Plasmonic System-On-a-Chip (SOC)Spectral’s miniaturized plasmonic SOC technology redefines the potential of its Vogon Cloud data centers, enabling near-light-speed processing at room temperature. These chips will power Spectral’s edge and hybrid compute data centers across 16 global regions, which will also serve as test beds for sustainable quantum computing.“This innovation addresses the global call for environmentally friendly quantum solutions, reducing infrastructure costs while increasing processing power,” Brehm emphasized.Quantum Algorithms and Collective IntelligenceSpectral’s proprietary quantum algorithms leverage cooperative distributed inferencing and analytic tomography to unlock real-time insights. By integrating these algorithms with Vogon DQLDB, Spectral enables industries to optimize operations, from autonomous vehicles to investment portfolio management.Why Spectral CapitalThe quantum computing market is projected to grow from $885.4 million in 2023 to $12.62 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of up to 34.8%. Spectral’s technologies are poised to capture this growth while addressing urgent industry demands for scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable quantum solutions.“Over the next decade, quantum computing will redefine the global economy,” said Brehm. “Spectral Capital is at the epicenter of this transformation. With Dr. Moshik Cohen, and our ecosystem partners, we are building not just for the future—we are building the future.”A Call to Visionary InvestorsSpectral Capital invites forward-thinking investors to join us in shaping the quantum revolution. With groundbreaking technologies and a commitment to sustainability, Spectral offers a unique opportunity to drive the next wave of global innovation.About Spectral CapitalSpectral Capital Corporation (OTCQB: FCCN) is a Deep Quantum Technology Platform company delivering practical, scalable, and sustainable quantum solutions. Through its proprietary Vogon DQLDB, QuantumVM, and plasmonic SOCs, Spectral Capital is revolutionizing industries and paving the way for a more connected, efficient, and sustainable world.For more information, visit www.spectralcapital.com or contact our Investor Relations team at Rubenstein and Associates.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release includes forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from expectations. Please review the company’s filings for a full risk assessment.Spectral Capitalcontact@spectralcapital.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Singapore’s most anticipated skyhigh destination C.O.T.U officially opens in iconic Marina Bay this holiday season

A groundbreaking, wholly Singaporean brand set to redefine regional dining and entertainment with its immersive, one-of-a-kind lifestyle experienceFive distinct concepts in one destination: experiential cocktail bar, Japanese inspired steakhouse, live jazz lounge, ultra-lounge, and sky pool—each offering panoramic Marina Bay viewsCelebrate the holiday season and ring in the New Year at C.O.T.U., with front-row seats to Marina Bay’s iconic fireworksSINGAPORE, Dec 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - C.O.T.U. (Centre Of The Universe) announces its official opening, bringing a new dimension to Singapore’s entertainment landscape, from its stunning perch above the Marina Bay skyline. Poised to be Asia’s most unique lifestyle concept, C.O.T.U. presents a journey across five immersive worlds of luxury dining, bespoke cocktails, and dynamic entertainment, all set across levels 38 & 39 of sky-high sophistication at CapitaGreen.Crafted in Singapore, Designed to Disrupt C.O.T.U. is not only a testament to Singapore’s spirit of innovation but also a celebration of a new era in entertainment. This wholly Singaporean concept is set to disrupt the regional dining and entertainment landscape with its unique convergence of culinary artistry, inspired mixology, and immersive entertainment. This groundbreaking concept brings together the visionary minds of some of the most celebrated figures in global hospitality. Leading the charge is a team of founders renowned for creating transformative experiences in nightlife and dining. Joshua Schwartz and Sarissa Rodriguez-Schwartz, known for Pangaea, the game-changing ultralounge that defined Singapore's nightlife, along with Bang Bang, LuLu's Lounge, Employees Only, and Pasta Bar, bring their signature energy and immersive style. Joining them are Phillip Poon and Cedric Chong, whose impact in Singapore’s nightlife scene includes landmarks like Providence Kuala Lumpur, Filter, Mink, and Empire, alongside Cher Ng, the creative force behind international hotspots Zouk, TREC, and the F1 Amber Lounge in Singapore and Monaco. Together with nightlife pioneers Mikey M.S., co-founder of Attica and Le Noir, and Sanji Van, co-founder of Barouv Rooftop Bar and Beacon, this powerhouse team has redefined Singapore’s entertainment landscape with C.O.T.U., setting a new standard in experiential luxury.Little BirdieA High-Altitude Playground for All SensesDesigned as a fully immersive experience, C.O.T.U. transports guests across five distinct worlds, each crafted to engage and surprise. The journey begins with Little Birdie, an intimate cocktail bar where guests can rediscover cocktails in playful, theatrical ways. With its hidden-in-plain-sight appeal, Little Birdie takes flight as the go-to destination for an experiential cocktail experience unlike any other in the city, offering a haven of creativity and innovation.Enso steakhouse & modern Japanese grillFor lovers of Japanese-inspired fine dining, Enso steakhouse showcases an American steakhouse experience with Japanese sensibilities. Chef Alex Craciun combines bold, premium cuts of meat with the precision of Japanese culinary artistry. The elegance of the space, combined with Chef’s custom-designed beef aging room, where select cuts are meticulously dry-aged to enhance flavor and tenderness, ensures a truly exceptional experience. The Whisper RoomAs guests continue through, The Whisper Room awaits, transitioning from a refined daytime retreat to a high-energy live jazz lounge by sunset, perfect for a chic girls' soiree or corporate entertainment. Inspired by the pulsating atmosphere of New York’s famed hotel bars, where jazz and sophistication created timeless ambience, The Whisper Room features plush decor and stunning views of Marina Bay, offering a captivating space that combines elegance, energy and tailored beverage program paired with delicious bites .Dashi Go-GoAs night falls, Dashi Go-Go Ultra Lounge invites patrons into a Neo-Tokyo Bladerunner-inspired boutique ultralounge for an electrifying nightlife experience. With a dynamic ambiance fueled by hip hop and R&B beats, Dashi Go-Go offers a unique and immersive atmosphere that draws guests in.Topping off the experience is Dashi Sky Pool, where guests can relax in cabanas under the stars, enjoy floating film festivals, or take in the stunning city views with Marina Bay as a backdrop.Celebrate the Holiday Season and Ring in the New Year Above Marina BaySet against the glittering panorama of Marina Bay, C.O.T.U. is the ultimate destination for year-end celebrations, including Singapore’s famed New Year’s Eve fireworks. With floor-to-ceiling windows capturing the city’s iconic skyline, the unique ambiance of C.O.T.U. provides an unforgettable backdrop for festive gatherings and countdown celebrations.Architectural Excellence: Threaded Creatives Transforms C.O.T.U.’s Vision into RealityThe design of C.O.T.U.’s five distinct concepts was shaped through a close collaboration with Threaded Creatives, an award-winning architectural and design firm renowned for their innovative approach to reimagining spaces. Tasked with transforming the existing 18,000 square feet across two levels, the team embarked on an extensive renovation to bring C.O.T.U.’s ambitious vision to life.Threaded Creatives redefined the space by creating a cohesive flow that connects each concept while allowing them to stand independently, catering to the diverse needs of guests. The design maximises the building’s unique features, such as its full-height windows and prime vantage point above Marina Bay, while addressing operational flow and guest experience.Little Birdie, the cocktail bar at the heart of C.O.T.U., was designed as a welcoming focal point, with intimate seating and a theatrical atmosphere to draw guests in. The Whisper Room combines opulence and intimacy with a striking double-height back bar and a design that frames breathtaking views of surrounding Marina Bay. In Enso Steakhouse, the ripple mirror ceiling and suspended sculptures create a sense of drama, while the natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows highlights the panoramic skyline.For the Dashi Sky Pool, the design team curated an open-air sanctuary, incorporating cabanas  to create a skyhigh haven where guests can enjoy sweeping views of Singapore’s cityscape. Finally, at Dashi Go-Go Ultra Lounge, the Neo-Tokyo aesthetic is brought to life with dynamic retro lighting and strategically placed mirrors that expand the space and energise the atmosphere.Threaded Creatives’ expertise in design and architecture is evident throughout the renovation, setting a new standard for integrated lifestyle destinations. The result is a space that not only showcases design excellence but also redefines the possibilities of entertainment and dining in Singapore.Fast Facts1. Little Birdie:Opening HoursSunday to Tuesday: 5pm - 1amWednesday: 5pm - 2amFriday: 5pm - 3amSaturday: 5pm - 4amCapacity: 20 GuestsAcess Menu Here2. The Whisper Room:Opening HoursMonday & Tuesday: 4.30pm - 1amWednesday & Thursday: 2.30pm - 2amFriday & Saturday: 4.30pm - 3amCapacity: 100 GuestsAccess Menu Here3. Enso Steakhouse:Opening HoursTuesday - Saturday 5:30pm - 11:00pmCapacity: 76 GuestsPrivate Dining Room: 10 GuestsAccess Menu Here4. Dashi Go-Go:Opening Hours:Friday: 10:00pm - 3:00amSaturday: 10:00pm - 4:00amCapacity: 300 Guests5. Dashi Sky PoolTarget Launch January, 2025Available for Private EventsCapacity: 50 GuestsAbout C.O.T.UC.O.T.U (Centre of the Universe) is a pioneering multi-concept venue located in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District at CapitaGreen, Raffles Place. The 18,000 square feet innovative space seamlessly integrates fine dining, sophisticated cocktails, and a poolside oasis, redefining hospitality with a unique day-to-night lifestyle experience.The Founding TeamOur visionary team comprises industry leaders and experts in the food and beverage sector, including:Joshua Schwartz and Sarissa Rodriguez-Schwartz, renowned for their work on Pangaea, Bang Bang, LuLu's Lounge, Employees Only, and innovative F&B concepts including Pasta Bar, Papi’s Tacos & Mami’s TamalesPhillip Poon and Cedric Chong, credited with transforming Singapore's nightlife scene through Providence Kuala Lumpur, Filter, Mink, and EmpireCher Ng, a global expert with a portfolio including Iron Fairies, Zouk, TREC, and Amber Lounge, the most exclusive F1 party in Singapore and MonacoMikey M.S, co-founder of Attica, Attica Shanghai, and Le Noir, and Sanji Van, co-founder of Barouv Rooftop Bar and Beacon, who have shaped the nightlife landscape at Clarke QuayThe C.O.T.U VisionAt C.O.T.U, the team is dedicated to delivering an unparalleled lifestyle experience, setting new standards for luxury and entertainment in Singapore. Join us on this exciting journey and discover a new universe of possibilities. For the latest, visit https://www.cotu.co/Note to Editors:- Complete press kit with high-resolution images, bios and press releases can be accessed HERE.- C.O.T.U, located at 138 Market Street, CapitaGreen, Levels 38 & 39For interviews with the Co-Founders, tastings, photoshoots, exclusive features with Chef Alex, please contact:wani@prbespoke.com+65 9832 0643 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

From Visionary Talks to Futuristic Robots: VAP Group’s Global Blockchain Show Dazzles Dubai

DUBAI, December 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by Web3 and AI consulting giant VAP Group, the Global Blockchain Show, held on December 12 and 13, 2024 at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre in Dubai, concluded as a landmark event for blockchain enthusiasts and industry leaders worldwide. The Ultimate Blockchain Season Finale brought together the brightest minds in blockchain technology to explore its transformative power and potential.Powered by a leading media network Times of Blockchain, the Global Blockchain Show was co-located with the Global Games Show and the Global AI Show that saw a footfall of over 3,000 attendees. From keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside chats, and startup pitch competitions to the War of the Robots, engaging side events, an official awards ceremony, and a lively after-party to conclude it all, the two-day show was jam-packed with thrilling activities and unforgettable moments.Prominent themes and topics discussed during the show included building the open metaverse: winning Web3 with gamification, presented by Yat Siu, Co-Founder & Chairman, Animoca Brands; David Palmer, Chief Product Officer, Co-Founder, Vodafone’s Digital Asset Broker (DAB) Platform, Vodafone; Johnson Yeh, Founder & CEO, ROEHL/Ambrus Studio; Jonathan Bouzanquet, Chief Strategy Officer & Founder, PLAYA3ULL GAMES; and the moderator - Mia Soarez, A-List Host/Founder, Walkin. Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman & CEO, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre led  a visionary talk on blockchain beyond borders that explored how blockchain is reshaping global trade and innovation. A fireside chat by Murad Mahmudov, Private Investor and Mia Soarez, Founder, Walkin, dove deep into the memecoin supercycle and its prospects for 2025. Jason Allegrante, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Fireblocks, presented a keynote on how U.S. policies could influence global crypto innovation, and other C-level executives and key leaders in the Web3 industry such as John Patrick Mullin, Founder and CEO, MANTRA; Patrick O'Kain, General Partner, Borderless Capital; Jeroen Gillekens, Principal, Roland Berger talked about strategic trends, the potential of Web3, navigating bull and bear markets, Web3 security and much more. While the duct-taped banana wall and the crypto confessions wall provided attendees with thought-provoking and quirky highlights, a robot serving water to guests and another sketching personalized portraits on the show floor added a futuristic and interactive touch to the vibrant atmosphere.A prestigious awards ceremony honored visionaries and trailblazers in Web3. Winners of the Global Blockchain Awards included Quorium, Cardano, Uniswap, Ripple, Aave, Neo, Ledger, and more, for categories such as the Next-Gen Tokenization Award, the Crypto Sustainability Award, the Best DAO Award, the Blockchain Innovator Award, the DeFi Trailblazer Award, the Best Use of Smart Contracts Award, the Excellence in Blockchain Security Award, respectively. The Global Blockchain Show, sponsored by PLAYA3ULL GAMES, Global Market of Artification, C1, Alibaba Cloud, Dubai Blockchain Centre, among others, concluded with the ultimate VIP afterparty at the Soho Garden Meydan in Dubai.  As the event drew to a close, participants departed with fresh perspectives, invaluable connections, and a shared commitment to shaping the future of blockchain. Plans for the 2025 edition are already underway, promising an even more impactful gathering for the Web3 community.For more information, visit www.globalblockchainshow.com.About VAP GroupVAP Group, established in 2013, is a Blockchain and AI consulting giant as well as a leading force in Web3 and AI solutions, offering services in PR, advertising, recruitment, content development events and media management. Flagship events organized by VAP Group include the world-renowned Global Blockchain Show, Global Games Show and Global AI Show. VAP Group drives innovation through strategic PR and influencer marketing, bounty campaigns, and global events that showcase the brightest minds in the transformative fields of Web3, AI and Gaming.For media enquiries, exclusive interviews, or press passes, please reach out to: media@globalblockchainshow.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Nakornthon Hospital PCL (SET: NKT) in First Trading Day on SET

BANGKOK, Dec 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nakornthon Hospital Public Company Limited (SET: NKT) inaugurated its first day of trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) with the resolve to proceed with the business plan to invest in three major projects including: “Nakornthon 2 Hospital” with the vision to expand its services to patients insured under the Social Security Fund; “Nakornthon Long Life Center” designed to serve as a holistic care center for the elderly and individuals requiring long-term care ; and, Project to increase the number of beds at Nakornthon Hospital by another 110 beds to total 260 beds, so as to expand the scope of patient services and to boost the Company’s growth potential.Assoc. Prof. Yandhet Thongsima, President of Nakornthon Hospital Public Company Limited (NKT), revealed that once the Company became officially listed and began trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) under the abbreviation NKT today (December 20, 2024), the Company will focus on expanding its investment according to the business plan and operating according to the Company’s strategy in order to become “one of the country’s leading hospitals”. Currently, the Company is in the process of expanding and leveraging its investment in three core projects to boost its growth potential through the expansion of the scope of patient services at Nakornthon Hospital as well as constructing a new branch hospital. These three core projects are:1) “Nakornthon 2 Hospital” on Ekachai Road, with a capacity of 151 beds, is expected to carry related capital expenses of approximately 900 million baht, and will initially provide services to self-paying patients. The new hospital is expected to start recognizing revenue within 2025. After this initial phase, the Company will apply for authorization to serve as a Social Security Fund hospital in early 2026 and is expected to start providing medical services to insured persons under the SSF scheme within 2027.2) “Nakornthon Long Life Center project which will be located in the vicinity of Nakornthon Hospital. This center will serve as a holistic care center for the elderly and individuals requiring long-term care. The expected capital expenditure for this project will be approximately 557 million baht. The center is anticipated to commence operations in 2026, and:3) The project is to increase the number of beds in service at Nakornthon Hospital by another 110 beds from the current 150 beds to total 260 beds. The expected capital expenditure for this project will be approximately 414 million baht. The additional beds are expected to be made available to patients gradually from 2025 to 2027.Currently, all three projects are progressing according to plan.Meanwhile, Nakornthon Hospital, with its location on Rama 2 Road, is the main source of revenue for the company. The hospital has the potential to grow continuously due to its prime location that is potentially destined to be a “New Urbanized District” of Bangkok in the foreseeable future. This fact is due to the zone being one of Bangkok’s prime residential areas with numerous facilities and amenities, including Rama 2 Road, which is the main artery leading out to the West of Bangkok and all the way down to southernmost provinces of Thailand and beyond. Furthermore, the area also connects seamlessly to Bangkok’s central business districts (CBDs) via the Expressway and continuously develops its transportation network infrastructure by the government.Currently, the district is the site of many horizontal housing projects, schools, department stores, community malls, markets and supermarkets. In addition, Nakornthon Hospital is located close to important government offices such as the Bang Khun Thian District Office and the Bang Khun Thian Branch of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Land Office.Dr. Wisan Saipetch, Chief Executive Officer of Nakornthon Hospital Public Company Limited, said that Nakornthon Hospital is currently one of the leading hospitals in western Bangkok with the ability to treat complicated illnesses as a tertiary hospital, while most other tertiary hospitals are concentrated in the eastern part of Bangkok. Nakornthon Hospital consists of 20 specialized treatment centers, such as the Neurology Center, Heart Center, Gastrointestinal and Liver Center, Spine Center, Cancer Center, Dental Center, among others. Additionally, the hospital has one patient care department, namely the Hemodialysis Department.The Company has formulated a growth strategy consisting of:1) Determining to become one of Thailand’s leading hospitals.2) Continuing to develop service quality with expert personnel and medical teams.3) Leveraging technology to enhance organizational management and efficiency.4) Expanding the scope of services through the cooperation with leading partners.5) Leveraging the strength of the brand image and further developing trust and confidence among service users.6) Expanding the business through the network of hospitals and other health-related businesses, and,7) Expanding services to foreign service recipients through the appointment of a marketing representative in Myanmar to be the focus of communication with the target group and people who are interested in receiving medical treatments, so that they can travel to Nakornthon Hospital in Thailand to receive treatments more conveniently. Similar foreign market incursions are also in the expansion stage for Cambodia and Bangladesh.Mr. Yossavee Suttikulpanich, Head of Primary Markets Distribution Division, Investment Banking and Capital Market Function, Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., as a joint financial advisor and representative of InnovestX Securities Co., Ltd., a joint lead underwriter, said that Nakornthon Hospital Pcl. has shown good growth potential due to a combination of strengths, such as being able to provide treatment for both general and complex illnesses, its location in the Rama 2 area which has the potential to become one of Bangkok’s future new developments, cooperation with leading partners to establish a medical center to increase service capability, its large customer base, etc. In addition, the recent IPO offering has been very successful, while its listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand will help strengthen its financial position to support further business expansions.Mr. Kongsith Hunchangsith, Deputy Managing Director, Investment Banking Department 1, Trinity Securities Co., Ltd., as a joint financial advisor and joint  lead underwriter, said that the recent IPO offering of Nakornthon Hospital Pcl. at the final offering price of 7.80 baht, totaling 1,053 million baht, was well-received by investors due to the strengths of Nakornthon Hospital as one of the leading hospitals in the western part of Bangkok. Moreover, the hospital has a solid plan to expand its international patient base along with the plan to expand its marketing to international customers, as well as further investment to increase the number of beds at Nakornthon Hospital and the constructing new projects. At the same time, the Company’s 2021-2023 performance showed a revenue increase from 1,551.67 million baht to 2,036.89 million baht with an average growth rate (CAGR) of 14.57 percent per annum, and a net profit increase from 183.24 million baht to 282.29 million baht with an average growth rate (CAGR) of 24.12 percent per annum, as a result of the increase in revenue from hospital operations, which was the main proportion of revenue, coupled with the efficient cost and expense management. As for the operating results for the first nine months of 2024, the total revenue was 1,521.34 million baht and the net profit was 190.38 million baht.Released by Public Relations Dept., MT Multimedia Co., Ltd. for Nakornthon Hospital Pcl.For additional information, please contact:PR Manager Thiyaporn “Dah” SriadunphanMobile: +66 (0) 87 556 6974; Email: thiyaporn.s@mtmultimedia.comNakornthon Hospital PCL (SET: NKT) https://en.nakornthon.com/home  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

VAP Group’s Global AI Show Explores the Future of AI with Over 3,000 Participants

DUBAI, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The second edition of the Global AI Show, organized by Web3 and AI consulting giant VAP Group and powered by a leading media network Times of AI, wrapped up on a high note at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre, Dubai on December 12 and 13, 2024.Held under the official support of the United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office and with the Cyber Security Council as its strategic partner, the event was a resounding success, bringing together over 3,000 in-person attendees and about 110,000 online participants from across the globe.With the theme, ‘AI 2057: Accelerating Intelligent Futures,’ the show witnessed thought-provoking discussions and groundbreaking announcements from C-suite executives, government leaders, and industry pioneers. These luminaries shared their insights on how AI is shaping industries and revolutionizing economies worldwide.A keynote session by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman & CEO, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre highlighted how AI and virtual economies are shaping commerce in the Metaverse, while Pujya Brahmavihari Swami, Spiritual leader, BAPS led the headliner on sacred intelligence and aligning AI with universal values for the greater good. The headliner panel discussion on ‘Your new Chief AI Officer’ was a special feature at the Global AI Show, consisting of prominent industry experts such as H. E. Mubaraka Ibrahim, CEO-AI, Emirates Health Services; Lt. Col. Dr. Essa Al Mutawa, Chief AI Officer, Dubai Civil Defence H.Q.; Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO - AI, Dubai Economy and Tourism; Abdullah Al Jaziri, Chief AI Officer, DEWA; and Awadh Almur, Chief AI Officer, Federal Authority of Nuclear Regulation, along with the moderator Loubo Siois, Executive Producer & Host, The Dubai Talk Show.Other government officials and C-level executives that were present at the event and provided in-depth insights included H.E Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, United Arab Emirates Government, UAE; Honorable Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta, Canada; Ilaria Buonpane, Director of Customer Experience, Talabat; Dr. Hakim Hacid, Executive Director & Chief Researcher, TII - Technology Innovation Institute; Kevin Ferguson, Senior Systems Technical Advisor, Center of Excellence & Development (CoE), UAE Armed Forces; Dr. Noah Rafford, Futurist-in-Chief, Dubai Future Foundation; and many more."The Global AI Show 2024 brought together an unparalleled gathering of minds to address the opportunities and challenges of an AI-powered future. It was a privilege to witness ideas that will shape the next decades unfold on our stage,” said Vishal Parmar, Founder and CEO of VAP Group, reflecting on the event’s impact.Over 20 side events were a part of Dubai AI Week, such as EmpowHER: Women in AI and AI Capital Connect, that brought together distinguished experts and leading professionals from the AI industry, fostering meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange.PulseAI, by the Global AI Show, focused on the transformative power of AI in healthcare, where C-suite stakeholders in healthcare, including Saqr Alhemeiri, Chief Innovation Officer, Ministry of Health and Prevention - UAE, and Veneeth Purushothaman, Group Chief Information Officer​, Aster DM Healthcare, discussed powerful use cases from around the globe on the safe, effective and democratic adoption of AI. While SurgeXL enabled startups to connect with the top 1% of VCs, angel investors, and sovereign wealth funds through exhilarating pitch competitions and AI-driven matchmaking, an official awards ceremony took place on December 13 to honor the visionaries and trailblazers in AI. The Global AI Show, sponsored by Airia, Salesforce, Wand, Saal, Seez, Multiverse Computing, Exotel, among others, concluded with an afterparty at the Soho Garden Meydan in Dubai. For those who couldn’t attend, highlights are available at www.globalaishow.com. Stay tuned for announcements on the next edition!About VAP GroupVAP Group, established in 2013, is a Blockchain and AI consulting giant as well as a leading force in Web3 and AI solutions, offering services in PR, advertising, recruitment, content development events and media management. Flagship events organized by VAP Group include the world-renowned Global Blockchain Show, Global Games Show and Global AI Show. VAP Group drives innovation through strategic PR and influencer marketing, bounty campaigns, and global events that showcase the brightest minds in the transformative fields of Web3, AI and Gaming.For media enquiries, exclusive interviews, or press passes, please reach out to: media@globalaishow.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

The 25th World LNG Summit & Awards will take place on 2-5 December 2025 in Istanbul, Turkiye

ISTANBUL, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The World LNG Summit & Awards is the meeting place for senior leaders in the global LNG, gas and renewable fuels industry. Each year, leaders from across the value chain convene to share strategic insights on geopolitics, energy security, economic stability, and decarbonisation commitments.Stefan Wenzel, Parliamentary State Secretary, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Germany Opening SpeechThe 24th World LNG Summit & Awards welcomed 900 attendees, including 200 senior speakers, and over 500 companies from 50 countries on 9-12 December 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Discussions centred on the challenge of achieving a balance between energy security and decarbonisation. The World LNG Summit & Awards 2024 featured the World LNG Summit, the World LNG Awards, as well as two new features: World Renewable Fuels Conference, and the Leadership Roundtable Programme.Participants agreed on the need for urgent action to reduce the greenhouse gas intensity of the global energy system whilst maintaining energy security for consumers. As the world moves towards net zero carbon, LNG must remain affordable, reliable and less emissions-intensive, in the face of soaring international energy demand and geopolitical disruption.The World LNG Awards recognised outstanding performance in the industry. Congratulations to this year’s winners:World LNG Award for Outstanding Contribution: Deutsche Energy Terminal (DET)World Energy Transition Award: SEA-LNGWorld LNG Shipping Award: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.World LNG Executive Award: Jonty ShepardWorld LNG Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr Patricia RobertsConfirmed speakers included:Hon. Stefan Wenzel, Parliamentary State Secretary, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate ActionDr. Egbert Laege, CEO, SEFE  Anatol Feygin, EVP & CCO, CheniereRashid Al Mazrouei, SVP – Marketing, ADNOC GasAlan Heng, Group CEO, Pavilion EnergyMaria Rita Galli, CEO, DESFAAtsunori Takeuchi, Executive Officer, Senior General Manager of Global Business Planning Dept. Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd.Tom Summers, SVP Shell LNG Marketing and Trading, ShellJerome Milongo, VP of Global LNG Trading and Origination, bpJavier Moret, Global Head of LNG, RWENarin Phoawanich, Deputy Governor - Fuel, EGATSteve Hill, EVP - Gas & LNG, MercuriaJane Liao, Vice President, CPC TaiwanMithat Aydin, Deputy Managing Director, BOTASJean-Baptiste Choimet, CEO, GTT GroupElio Ruggeri, Executive Director LNG Terminals and Shipping, SnamFrédéricBarnaud, Chief Commercial Officer, SEFE Securing Energy for EuropePaul Marsden, President, Bechtel EnergyEsther Navarro Morente, International LNG Director, NaturgyRalf Dickgreber, Head of Global LNG & Biomass, EngiePeter Röttgen, Managing Director, Deutsche Energy Terminal GmbHJerry Kalogiratos, CEO, Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.Hugo Wang, CEO, Beijing Gas Singapore Pte LtdAlfredo Chamat, General Manager, Calamari LNGSuryan Wirya-Simunovic, Managing Director - Energy Europe, Americas and AfricaChief Commercial Officer - Europe Africa Regional Business, MOLBud Darr, EVP Maritime Policy & Government Affairs, MSCTom Strang, Senior Vice President, Maritime Affairs, Carnival Corporation & plcMatthias Obert, Executive Director Trading, EnBWWenlong Lu, Market Department Manager, LNG Terminal Management, PipeChinaMasataka Yarita, Director, Energy Research Division & Head of Methane Management Taskforce, JOGMECSponsors of the Summit include Cheniere, Venture Global LNG, Commonwealth LNG, NLNG, ADNOC Gas, GTT, Deutsche ReGas, EnBW, RWE, SEFE, Uniper, American Gas Partners, Baker Botts, Bechtel, BRG Energy & Climate, Cedar LNG, Dragon LNG, German LNG Terminal, Lloyd's Register, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Poten & Partners, Sempra Infrastructure, Snam, and Woodside Energy. Knowledge partner is Wood Mackenzie. Sponsors of the World Renewable Fuels Conference include MadoquaPower2X, RWE and TURN2X.About the World LNG Summit & Awards 2025The 25th edition of the Summit will take place on 2-5 December 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Register your interest for 2025, here.About dmg eventsHeadquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates since 1989, with offices in Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and the United Kingdom, dmg events is an international exhibitions, conference and intelligence company, attracting more than 1 million attendees to a portfolio of over 80 events each year. This global portfolio works closely with key stakeholders across the industry to facilitate pragmatic dialogue, serving as platforms for the latest discussions at the forefront of change. For more information visit www.dmgevents.com. Click here to read our privacy policy.Get in touchFor media enquiries and registration at #WorldLNGSummit 2024, please contact: marketing@worldlngsummit.com, or visit the website here. Follow us on our social media channels and use #WorldLNGSummit for the latest event news. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Beyond Work Unveils Next-Generation Memory-Augmented AI Agent (MATRIX) for Enterprise Document Intelligence

LONDON, Dec 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Today, Beyond Work, an enterprise AI company, announced the record-setting results of Matrix, a novel memory-augmented AI framework for automating business document processing. Developed in collaboration with researchers from Penn State University, Oregon State University, and Kuehne+Nagel, one of the world's largest logistics providers, Matrix addresses the complex, time-intensive task of extracting transport references from Universal Business Language (UBL) invoices.MATRIX ResultsComparing the success rates of four methods (CoT, Two-agent, Reflexion, Matrix) across GPT-4o-mini and GPT-4o, with Matrix achieving the highest performance.By harnessing an iterative, memory-centric learning strategy, Matrix achieves a 30.3% improvement over chain-of-thought prompting, outperforms a standard Large Language Model agent by 35.2%, and surpasses Reflexion by 27.28%-establishing its state-of-the-art capabilities in AI reflection."Matrix redefines what's possible for enterprise automation by dramatically improving accuracy while reducing operational costs," said Malte Højmark Bertelsen, co-author and cofounder of Beyond Work.Matrix's success is the result of an international team of experts, including Jiale Liu, Yifan Zeng, Malte Højmark-Bertelsen, Marie Normann Gadeberg, Huazheng Wang, and Qingyun Wu, an Assistant Professor at Penn State University recognized for her contributions to Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) and Large Language Models (LLMs). Her track record includes high-impact open-source projects, such as AutoGen, that enable complex multi-agent collaborations - foundational principles driving Matrix's memory-augmented approach.Key HighlightsReal-World Validation: Data from Kuehne+Nagel demonstrates Matrix's impact on global logistics operations.Iterative Learning: Self-reflection accelerates domain adaptation for specialized documents.Operational Efficiency: Fewer API calls and reduced cost profile elevate enterprise scalability.Enhanced Robustness: The system effectively handles larger, more complex documents beyond typical AI baseline models.An anonymized subset of the dataset is available to catalyze further research in enterprise AI by contacting Beyond Work.Research ReferencePaper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.15274Open-source data: https://github.com/bwllaming/matrix-paperAbout Beyond WorkCo-founded by industry veterans from Uber, Tradeshift, and other unicorn alumni, Beyond Work is an enterprise AI platform that eliminates tedious tasks and drives tangible business outcomes in finance, procurement, and supply chain. Used by Fortune 500 customers in energy, logistics, and life sciences, its state-of-the-art platform leverages agentic networks in business to empower teams to focus on real innovation instead of busy work.Contact InformationMalte Højmark-BertelsenCofounder, Head of Applied AI and Researchmalte@beyondwork.aiSOURCE: Beyond Work Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kincora Announces Closing of Private Placement, Performance Rights Exercise and Shares for Services

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 23, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (TSXV: KCC) (ASX: KCC) (Kincora or the Company) is pleased to confirm the closing of its previously announced private placement of 33,500,659 shares, raising gross proceeds of AUD$1,273,025 (CAD$1,206,024). The placement was conducted in two tranches:Closing of Private PlacementFirst TrancheClosed on October 22, 2024, with the issuance of 12,576,031 shares for total gross proceeds of AUD$477,889 (CAD$452,737).Second TrancheClosed on December 18, 2024, with the issuance of 20,924,627 shares for total gross proceeds of AUD$795,136 (CAD$753,287).Insiders/Directors participated in the second tranche as follows:Cameron McRae: 568,421 sharesJohn Holliday: 568,421 sharesJeremy Robinson: 248,211 sharesBig Ben Holdings Pty Limited: 5,751,974 sharesThe shares were issued at a price of 3.8 Australian cents (approximately 3.6 cents) per share, with one attaching option for every two shares issued. Each option has an exercise price of 7.5 Australian cents (approximately seven cents) and a two-year term. The issue price represents a 12-per-cent discount to the last closing price on October 10, 2024, and a 16-per-cent discount to the 15-day volume-weighted average price on the Australian Securities Exchange. Morgans Corporate Ltd has acted as Lead Manager. Associated with the raising a 3.9% (AUD49,478) cash fee was paid on funds raised.A portion of the private placement and the shares for services are related party transactions within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101. The Company is relying on the exemptions in sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a)of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 (the "Instrument") from the valuation and shareholder approval requirements of the Instrument in respect of the private placement and the shares for services, based on the fact that the fair market value of the transactions (as it concerns related parties) is not more than 25% of the market capitalization of the Company.Performance Rights ExerciseFollowing approves at the December 10, 2024, shareholders meeting and the Company announces the exercise of 3,877,370 performance rights by certain directors, officers, and consultants. These performance rights were granted on February 17, 2022, and have now vested. The shares have been issued at a price of $0.13 per share, with the following breakdown:Cameron McRae: 1,692,308 sharesJonathan (Sam) Spring: 1,884,754 sharesJohn Holliday: 223,385 sharesSam McRae: 76,923 sharesThe Equity Incentive Plan ("EIP") is approved annually by shareholders and a key element of the Company's total compensation package to the board, senior management and eligible consultants that seeks to align interests to shareholders, reduce cash costs and increase the amount of cash invested in exploration.Shares for ServicesFollowing approves at the December 10, 2024, shareholders meeting, the Board of Directors has approved the issuance of 7,169,335 common shares to certain officers, directors, and consultants as payment for services provided in 2022, 2023, and the first half of 2024. These shares have been issued at various prices based on the respective periods of service, as detailed below:Total Shares Issued: 7,169,335Average Issue Price: $0.054 per shareThe issuance of shares under this program has been conducted in compliance with regulatory approvals from the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) and the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).Regulatory ApprovalsThe issuance of shares for services is subject to final regulatory approval. The shares will be issued as fully paid and non-assessable common shares, and applications for listing on the ASX and TSXV will be made promptly.Post the aforementioned issuances, the Company has 291,720,904 shares and 69,050,325 options outstanding.This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763).For further information please contact: Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officer sam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61 431 329 345Executive office 400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaTel: 1.604.283.1Fax: 1.888.241.5996Subsidiary office AustraliaVista AustraliaLevel 4, 100 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne, Victoria 3205Fax: 1.888.241.5996Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information regarding Kincora contained herein may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Although Kincora believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Kincora cautions that actual performance will be affected by a number of factors, most of which are beyond its control, and that future events and results may vary substantially from what Kincora currently foresees. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration results, continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The information contained herein is stated as of the current date and is subject to change after that date. Kincora does not assume the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/234997 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

The 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards International Luncheon celebrates real estate achievements in the Middle East and South Asia

THE AWARDS MAKE HISTORY, HONOURING REAL ESTATE ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE MIDDLE EAST FOR THE FIRST TIME, AND AGAIN RECOGNISING DEVELOPERS IN INDIA AND SRI LANKAPropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, announced the winners of its real estate awards during the exclusive International LuncheonBANGKOK, Dec 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, today announced the winners of its real estate awards in the Middle East and South Asia during the exclusive International Luncheon at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.The inaugural PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East) recognised exemplary real estate achievements across the growing region. Dominating this milestone edition of the awards, Oud Real-Estate Development Company won the coveted Best Mixed Use Developer (KSA) title as well as the Best Retail Office Development (KSA) and Best Retail Office Interior Design (KSA) awards for its project, The North Yard.Oud Real-Estate Development Company, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Grand Final) 2024Oud Real-Estate Development Company later won Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia) at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, held on the same day at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. This marked Saudi Arabia’s debut at the Grand Final, also known as the finale of the annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series.The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) and PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka) this year returned for their fifth editions, celebrating great projects and industry leaders across South Asia.Signature Global (India) Limited, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) 2024In India, Signature Global (India) Limited claimed its first Best Developer award, alongside a Best Green Development award for Signature Global Titanium SPR. By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLP was recognised as Best Waterview Housing Development.By The Waters by Suryam Developers LLP, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Grand Final) 2024 By the Waters went on to win Best Waterfront Housing / Landed Development (Asia) for Suryam Developers LLP at the Grand Final.Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka) 2024In Sri Lanka, Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd achieved its first Best Developer title, with additional honours for its projects: Best Luxury Condo Development (Colombo) for Waterdale Residencies, bordering Colombo 7, and Best Waterfront Condo Development for Oceana Beach Resort Apartments & Villas – Wadduwa.Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “The Middle East has entered an era of remarkable growth, marked by investments in megaprojects and equally impressive smaller-scale developments, all driven by visionary government initiatives, economic diversification, and strong fundamentals. It’s truly a privilege to expand the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards for the first time to this part of the world. With these awards, we recognise the region’s world-class projects ranging from mixed-use developments to high-calibre commercial spaces. We're proud to have introduced these benchmarks of excellence in the Middle East, marking the beginning of our contribution to this region's progress and success.”Ajai A Kapoor, chairperson of the Awards in India, said: “These accolades inspire continued excellence in India, a booming real estate market fuelled by a solid economic foundation, resulting in rising demand and active development, across residential and commercial projects. The expanding diversity of the Indian property market is equally exciting, offering consumers a wide range of options, from eco-friendly designs to luxury homes with world-class amenities and breathtaking views. Congratulations to all our awardees in India.”Dr. Nirmal De Silva, chairperson of the Awards in Sri Lanka, said: “Sri Lanka has experienced remarkable transformations in recent years, complemented by a real estate market that continues to attract international property seekers. The return of the Awards this year highlights this progress, showcasing luxurious villas and homes across the island, from Colombo to emerging cities, fuelled by significant infrastructure developments, including ports and airports. Congratulations to all the winners of this year’s awards.”The panel of judges in the Middle East consists of Stephen Oehme, director, Quantum Analysis Pte Ltd Singapore, and James A. Kaplan, CEO, Destination Capital Company Limited. Ajai A Kapoor, CEO of 360 degrees – Real Estate Services, and Madhav Raman, co-founder of Anagram Architects, comprise the panel of judges in India while Dr. Nirmal De Silva, director and CEO of Paramount Realty, leads the judging process in Sri Lanka.The judges lead a transparent, fair, and credible selection process under the supervision of HLB. The official supervisor is part of the “2024 Network of the Year” winner HLB International, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers.Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 2024 editions of the Awards in the Middle East, India, and Sri Lanka are supported by official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East)DEVELOPER AWARDBest Mixed Use Developer (KSA)WINNER: Oud Real-Estate Development CompanyDEVELOPMENT AWARDBest Retail Office Development (KSA)WINNER: The North Yard by Oud Real-Estate Development CompanyDESIGN AWARDSBest Retail Office Interior Design (KSA)WINNER: The North Yard by Oud Real-Estate Development Company2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India)DEVELOPER AWARDBest DeveloperWINNER: Signature Global (India) LimitedDEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Waterview Housing DevelopmentWINNER: By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLPBest Green DevelopmentWINNER: Signature Global Titanium SPR by Signature Global (India) Limited2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka)DEVELOPER AWARDBest DeveloperWINNER: Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdDEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Luxury Condo Development (Colombo)WINNER: Waterdale Residencies, bordering Colombo 7 by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdBest Waterfront Condo DevelopmentWINNER: Oceana Beach Resort Apartments & Villas - Wadduwa by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdAbout PropertyGuru’s Asia Property AwardsPropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.comAbout PropertyGuru GroupPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 28 million property seekers2 to connect with almost 46,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 16 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn1Based on SimilarWeb data between October 2023 and March 2024. 2Based on Google Analytics data between October 2023 and March 2024.  3Based on data between January 2024 and March 2024. 4Based on data between October 2023 and March 2024.PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:General Enquiries:Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 954 4154E: allan@propertyguru.com   Media & Partnerships:Piyachanok Raungpaka, Media Relations & Marketing Services ExecutiveM: +66 94 887 5163E: piyachanok@propertyguru.com     Sales & Nominations:Monika Singh, Solutions ManagerM: +66 87 677 4812E: monika@propertyguru.com Priyamani Srimokla, Account ManagerM: +66 85 440 1655E: priya@propertyguru.com  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Seamless HDB Renovations: How 2 Design Combines Expertise with In-House Solutions

SINGAPORE, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - How 2 Design announces its comprehensive design and renovation services, offering HDB homeowners integrated, end-to-end solutions under one roof.Renovating an HDB home often involves significant stress and frustration due to the challenges of coordinating with multiple vendors, leading to disjointed communication, inconsistent quality, and accountability gaps. How 2 Design, a leading renovation contractor with over 12 years of experience, addresses these common challenges by offering a comprehensive package that combines interior design with a full suite of renovation services. By managing every aspect of the process in-house–from carpentry to electrical work and beyond–How 2 Design ensures a seamless, stress-free experience for homeowners.Founded 12 years ago, How 2 Design was born from Timothy Poh's firsthand experiences in the renovation industry as a subcontractor. Having witnessed the hardships and limitations that subcontractors faced, he aspired to create a company that would serve homeowners directly, bringing a commitment to quality, transparency, and teamwork to every project.Timothy's extensive experience as a project manager and his wife Fibi's eye for design and aesthetic detail form the backbone of How 2 Design. Together, they've created a team culture that prioritizes collaboration, transparency, and delivering exceptional results for homeowners. This foundation has enabled How 2 Design to build nearly 100% in-house capability for all major renovation work, ensuring consistent quality and control over every project.Today, How 2 Design proudly offers nearly 100% in-house capability for all major renovation work, allowing them to maintain consistent quality and control over every project. This is made possible by their dedicated team, led by key figures who excel in their respective areas:Angie Ng, Indoor Sales ManagerPrasath, Outdoor Senior SalesKen Ang, Design Team LeadBikash, Project Team LeadHongji, Carpentry Team LeadAbdullah Fa, Tiling Team LeadIn-house expertise for end-to-end renovation solutionsUnlike traditional renovation models, which often involve the hassle of coordinating separate contractors and designers, How 2 Design manages every aspect of the renovation process under one roof. By offering integrated interior design and construction services, How 2 Design ensures a seamless blend of style and functionality throughout the project. Timothy's extensive experience as a project manager and his time as a subcontractor shaped his ability to develop robust SOPs that guide How 2 Design's team. These SOPs ensure every project is executed with precision, accountability, and consistency. For homeowners, this means a smooth renovation journey with clear communication, minimized stress, and results that align perfectly with their vision.The How 2 Design approach integrates both design and construction under one roof, setting them apart from firms that rely on third-party designers or subcontractors. Their direct involvement in all phases of the renovation ensures cost efficiency, seamless integration of design and function, and a single point of accountability throughout the project.Delivering the same dedication to every projectWhether it's a larger commercial property or a small HDB flat, How 2 Design brings the same level of dedication and attention to detail. Their success in managing a high-stakes commercial renovation demonstrates their ability to handle projects of any scale with professionalism and precision, making them a trusted partner for homeowners and businesses alike.Solving HDB renovation challenges the How 2 Design wayHow 2 Design has built a reputation for stepping in when homeowners need them most. One notable example involved clients who were left in distress after being cheated by other contractors. Facing incomplete projects and mounting stress, these homeowners turned to How 2 Design for help.Leveraging their nearly 100% in-house capabilities, the How 2 Design team quickly assessed the situation, made critical on-the-spot decisions, and expedited the renovation process. Their efficient coordination and hands-on approach allowed the homeowners to remain living in their flats while the renovation continued. With the ability to make quick decisions and execute work swiftly, How 2 Design not only completed the projects within the new timeline but also restored the homeowners' trust and peace of mind.While How 2 Design excels at rescuing distressed projects, they also bring the same level of dedication and attention to detail to everyday renovation needs. For instance, a homeowner seeking a custom-built wardrobe turned to How 2 Design for their expertise in carpentry. The project required on-site fabrication, a task the team handled with precision and care. To protect the homeowner's furniture, they provided extra-large plastic covers and ensured minimal disruption during installation.When a minor issue arose with the drawers hitting the door, the team quickly improvised and adjusted the design on-site to resolve the problem. They worked efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, leaving the space spotless after completing the installation. The project resulted in a beautifully crafted wardrobe that exceeded expectations, demonstrating the company's dedication to quality and personalized service.The How 2 Design promise: Quality, control, and accountabilityAt How 2 Design, quality control and accountability are not just promises–they're foundational values set by Timothy and Fibi to guide every project. This commitment means homeowners are kept informed at every stage, with clear communication and a team that treats each project with the same care as they would their own home.Bringing dream home to life, hassle-freeHow 2 Design offers HDB homeowners a better renovation experience by eliminating the common challenges of working with separate vendors. Their in-house, all-in-one approach ensures clear communication, streamlined processes, and consistent quality throughout every stage of the project. With their proven expertise and commitment to excellence, they bring every homeowner's vision to life with ease and confidence.With over 1,000 projects completed to date, How 2 Design brings proven expertise to every renovation. Ready to transform your HDB space? Contact them today for a seamless, stress-free renovation with expert design and construction under one roof. For more info, please call Phone: +65 67440015Media ContactBrand: How 2 DesignContact: Media TeamWebsite: https://www.how2design4u.com/ Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.