百奥赛图今日上市：专注新药技术创新 “千鼠万抗”发展潜力巨大

2022-09-01
HONG KONG, Sep 1, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 基于快速跟进(Fast-follow)策略，众多国内药企追随跨国药企的步伐，开展模仿式创新，导致市场产生诸多同质化创新产品，严重制约了创新药行业的可持续发展。为了改变这一现状，2021年中国国家药监局药审中心发布关于《以临床价值为导向的抗肿瘤药物临床研发指导原则》，鼓励生物药企从源头进行创新。此外，带量采购、地方医保集采对传统仿制药也带来巨大压力，促使药企向创新研发方向转型升级。其中，以原创新药研发为导向的百奥赛图，逐步建立了独特的新药研发体系，实现了从单纯的CRO服务创收公司向具备原创底层技术的Biotech公司的成功升级，并在9月1日，正式登陆港交所，股份代号：02315.HK，获得资本市场的高度认可。原创技术加持 “千鼠万抗”计划助力中长期发展如今，百奥赛图建立了以自主的基因编辑技术为核心，基于全人抗体小鼠RenMice平台整合高效的抗体发现平台，拥有全人单抗、双抗、双抗ADC等新药研发体系，形成了涵盖早期靶点认证及抗体生成到临床开发的全链条生成能力，致力于发现、开发及商业化生产首创/或同类最佳抗体疗法。目前，该公司建立了由24个已对外转让/合作开发的抗体药物管线，以及12个具备同类首创/同类最佳潜力的自主开发抗体药物资产所组成的产品管线。值得一提的是，通过将专有基因编辑技术、完善的动物平台及高通量体内发现实力相结合，百奥赛图发起了全球首个大规模体内抗体发现筛选计划“千鼠万抗”，采用循证体内药效筛选方法，同时生成及筛选针对人类基本的1000+个潜在可成药靶点，在RenMice上进行逐一敲除。百奥赛图计划在3-5年内完成PCC高通量筛选，找到有成药潜力的创新靶点，从而有望高效筛选出大批高成功率的抗体候选药物。围绕“千鼠万抗”计划以及RenMice平台，百奥赛图已与德国默克、荣昌生物、华润生物、宝船生物和日本Libero Thera等海内外知名生物科技或医药研发企业达成24个药物分子的开发/授权合作，为其带来持续可观的经济回报。此外，百奥赛图计划继续增加新药物开发，持续探索单克隆抗体、双特异性抗体和ADC疗法，专注肿瘤学和自身免疫性疾病治疗，从研发为主的生物技术公司转型为全面整合的生物制药公司。创收能力强劲 发展前景备受专业投资者认可百奥赛图的营收亦十分出众。公司通过基因编辑服务、临床前药理药效评价、模式动物销售以及抗体开发，已经实现了收入的快速增长。2020年、2021年以及2022年前4个月，公司收入分别为2.54亿元、3.55亿元以及1.17亿元，同比分别增长39.84%以及67.04%。盈利能力方面，2020年以及2021年间，公司毛利率分别为65.9%以及69.8%，2022年前4个月，公司主营业务毛利率高达约70%。强劲的营收能力将为公司后续研发提供持续的资金支持，推动公司持续前进。以基因编辑技术及创新小鼠模型为驱动进行新药研发的差异化布局以及多维驱动展现的高成长性，使得百奥赛图成为港股市场不可多得的稀缺标的，并获得了众多投资机构的认可。本次IPO期间，公司吸引了包括荣昌生物、三金国际、维科控股等多家基石投资者参与认购。而在IPO之前，公司就已经获得多轮融资，并获得包括国投创业、招银国际、中国人寿、百奥维达、清池资本、奥博资本等中国以及全球顶级基金的支持，进一步证明了百奥赛图的发展潜能。对于创新药市场发展来说，真正具备源头创新研发能力的创新药企才是引领行业发展的终极核心。纵观中外生物医药公司，能成长为全球巨头的基本都是专注于原药创新研发并取得成功的企业，并得到市场的长期认可。百奥赛图专注于创新药研发，在RenMice平台和千鼠万抗计划支持下，未来成长确定性极高。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Seventh Belt and Road Summit opens today ACN Newswire

Seventh Belt and Road Summit opens today

2022-08-31
HONG KONG, Aug 31, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The seventh Belt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today (31 August). This year's event lasts two days and runs in a hybrid physical and digital format, helping overcome geographical boundaries. Business leaders unable to attend the summit in person at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) join all sessions online and identify potential business opportunities through the online platform. Participants and guest speakers at the physical summit can actively interact during the event as more than 80 government and business leaders share their insights and explore opportunities the Belt and Road Initiative presents.The seventh Belt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and HKTDC, opened today (31 August), with the theme "Heralding a New Chapter: Collaborate and Innovate".In his welcome remarks, Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, said: "With innovation driving progress, the Belt and Road Initiative provides the framework to apply these innovations to create a sustainable future."The Policy Dialogue Session analysed how economies under the Belt and Road Initiative can strengthen cooperation and boost economic growth through infrastructure development and trade under "Driving Growth through Partnership and Collaboration".As the first major international event following celebrations for the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR, the summit runs under the theme "Heralding a New Chapter: Collaborate and Innovate". Project owners and operators, investors and service providers can explore opportunities arising from the Belt and Road Initiative, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) development and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) through a variety of activities, including the Policy Dialogue, plenary sessions, thematic breakout sessions, one-to-one project matching and project pitching sessions and a virtual exhibition, creating a multi-win situation that will help boost economic growth in the region. Activities today are held both online and offline while tomorrow (1 September) will be entirely online.In this morning's opening session, Dr Peter K N Lam, HKTDC Chairman, delivered welcoming remarks. John Lee, HKSAR Chief Executive, delivered the opening address. Han Zheng, a member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, delivered the keynote speech. Wang Wentao, Minister, Ministry of Commerce, the People's Republic of China; Hao Peng, Chairman, the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC), the People's Republic of China and Lin Nianxiu, Vice Chairman, National Development and Reform Commission, the People's Republic of China, delivered special addresses while Zhang Xiangchen, Deputy Director-General of the World Trade Organization, gave a keynote address.Mr Lee said in his opening speech: "The global rise of protectionism has reminded us of how important regional co-operation is. We have to work together for the better future of the region. Hong Kong is therefore very pleased to see the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP, come into force earlier this year. The landmark agreement underlines the open, inclusive, rules-based trade and investment partnership that RCEP's member states are committed to realising. We believe that regional economic integration is an essential complement to multilateral trade. Hong Kong is seeking early accession to RCEP. It will enable us to deepen the collaboration and connections we enjoy with our close partners. The Belt and Road was created to build connectivity, to bring business, and people, together. No one does that better than Hong Kong, thanks to our 'one country, two systems' principle; thanks to our longstanding East-meets-West experience and the boundless opportunities afforded us in national development."Delivering the keynote speech, Mr Han said: "Hong Kong is an active participant, contributor and beneficiary of the Belt and Road Initiative. We are pleased to see that since the initiative launched, Hong Kong has actively negotiated and signed cooperation agreements with co-construction countries, developing trade and investment cooperation, service standard connection, international financial cooperation and exchange between people. Hong Kong plays an important role in Belt and Road development, as well as expanding its own development space. Hong Kong deserves full recognition for its work in this area. The Central Authorities will adhere to the principle of 'one country, two systems' in the long run, fully supporting Hong Kong in maintaining its unique status and advantages. Authorities fully support Hong Kong's active participation in and contribution to the Belt and Road development."Addressing the opening session, Mr Zhang said: "The COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions, climate change and anti-globalization sentiment are the four major factors that I believe could affect the reshaping of the landscape of global trade policies. It is very challenging but can still be managed well if the whole world works together. To address these challenges, I strongly encourage enhanced dialogue and cooperation between all governments to find collective solutions because none of these challenges can be addressed by one government alone. Global challenges require global solutions."Dr Lam said: "The HKTDC is honoured to have Vice Premier Han Zheng deliver an important keynote speech at today's summit, giving a more specific illustration of Hong Kong's role as an active participant, contributor and beneficiary of the Belt and Road Initiative. Following President Xi Jinping's important speech on 1 July, the Vice Premier's 'Four Hopes' for Hong Kong's participation in the construction of the Belt and Road further highlighted the direction of the city's development. The HKTDC has always been committed to promoting the Belt and Road Initiative and development opportunities. The team and I will continue our efforts to promote Hong Kong as an international business platform and services hub and contribute to the Belt and Road Initiative."Multipartite cooperation to promote economic growthThe Policy Dialogue Session, chaired by HKSAR Deputy Finance Secretary Michael Wong, analysed how economies under the Belt and Road Initiative can strengthen cooperation and boost economic growth through infrastructure development and trade under the theme "Driving Growth through Partnership and Collaboration". The panel featured government and business leaders from several Belt and Road countries, including Lim Sidenine, Secretary of State of Ministry of Public Works and Transport, Kingdom of Cambodia; Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Coordinating Minister of Maritime Affairs and Investment, Indonesia; Lim Ban Hong, Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia; Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies, Singapore; and Chayotid Kridakon, Thai Trade Representative and Advisor to the Prime Minister.Growing relationship between Belt and Road, RCEP and GBAThe RCEP, which came into effect this year, is the largest free trade agreement in history, accounting for 30% of the world's population and GDP. With the joint effort of more than 100 countries connected with the Belt and Road Initiative, global regional economic integration will be become more established. The Business Plenary titled "Collaborate for a Bright New Era" was held this morning, with Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, delivering the welcoming remarks. Hosted by Ronnie Chan, Chairman of Hang Lung Properties Limited, the session examined how economic growth can be achieved through multipartite cooperation. Other guest speakers included the Chairman of Infrastructure Partnerships Australia, JP Morgan's Asia Pacific Advisory Council and Non-Executive Chairman of Lion Rod Eddington; the 38th Prime Minister of New Zealand John Key; President of the Bank of China Liu Liange; Deputy Managing Director & Chairman for Hong Kong of Jardine Matheson Holdings Limited YK Pang; and CEO and President of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited Aswin Techajareonvikul.In his welcome remarks, Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, said: "We are capitalising on our strong collaboration with Shenzhen, developing Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology hub, focusing development on life and health sciences, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and data industry, etc. We are also pressing ahead with more local infrastructure projects, including the Northern Metropolis and the Lantau Tomorrow Vision, as well as many other road, railway and land development projects. Talents, capital and entrepreneurs are all essential to achieving our goals. We warmly welcome businesses and talents from all over the world, Belt and Road countries included of course, to come to Hong Kong to collaborate with us and grasp the enormous opportunities together. To this end, we will have new policies and support measures to facilitate the coming of talents and enterprises."The strong economic resilience demonstrated by the Greater Bay Area amid the pandemic will further unleash the region's economic potential in terms of cross-border trade and financial market liberalisation, along with the development of cutting-edge innovation and technology. The Business Plenary this afternoon, "Capturing Synergies between Belt and Road and Greater Bay Area", was hosted by David YK Wong, Permanent Honorary President of The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong. The panelists included Chairman of the Power Construction Corporation of China Ding Yanzhang; CEO, Chairman of the Management Committee, Executive Director of the Board of China International Capital Corporation Limited Huang Zhaohui; Chairman of MTR Corporation Limited Rex Auyeung; Chairman of WeLab Bank KC Chan; and Chairman of East Asia Region of Arup Group Michael Kwok. The speakers shared ideas on the potential opportunities the GBA brings as an important Belt and Road hub, and also discussed how Hong Kong can further leverage the advantages of the GBA to enhance its position and promote the development of the city's industries.Five breakout sessions explore hot-button issues on summit's first daySpanning many countries and regions, the Belt and Road Initiative creates new room for the development of professional sectors. On the first day, the summit, in conjunction with a number of organisations including the Department of Justice of the HKSAR Government, the Insurance Regulatory Authority, China Foreign Contractors Association and Dun & Bradstreet, held five breakout sessions to examine a range of topics such as international dispute resolution, insurance services, GBA infrastructure development, digital technology development and future infrastructure development. More thematic breakout sessions and project pitching sessions will be held tomorrow - details of the programme, speakers and partner organisations can be found at https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/enOne-to-one business matching meetings and project pitching sessionsFollowing the success at previous summits, the HKTDC has extended the hybrid project and business-matching sessions from two to seven days (31 August to 6 September) this year. New features include a video display at the summit to increase project exposure and give investors and professional service companies a better understanding of project details.The summit also features online and offline exhibitions which have attracted more than 60 exhibitors and are divided into the "Global Investment Zone", "Hong Kong Zone" and "GBA Tech Zone". The project pitching sessions give entrepreneurs from different countries a platform to present projects, giving investors and service intermediaries a comprehensive understanding of investment opportunities in different sectors. Pitching sessions focus on four main areas - energy, natural resources and public utilities; innovation and technology; urban development; and transport and logistics infrastructure.China International Capital Corporation Ltd serves as the Strategic Partner of the seventh Belt and Road Summit; Bank of China (Hong Kong) Ltd as the Regional Banking Partner; and China Mobile International Limited and China Unicom Global Limited as Platinum Sponsors.The Seventh Belt and Road SummitDate: 31 August 2022 (Wednesday) Hybrid; 1 September 2022 (Thursday) OnlineWebsites- Belt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/en- Programme: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/programme- Speaker list: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/speaker- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3QbkuDeAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedInMedia enquiriesPlease contact HKTCD's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes Yiu, Tel: +852 3428 5690, email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkTiffany Leung, Tel: +852 3428 2361, email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkWong Hing-fung, Tel: +852 3428 3122, email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hk Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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零跑汽车通过港交所聆讯：研发及产品力强悍 行业新星正冉冉升起

2022-08-31
HONG KONG, Aug 31, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 据彭博终端机报道，近年来，新能源汽车产业蓬勃发展，以比亚迪、蔚小理为代表的造车势力不断推出重磅产品，使得新能源汽车成为各大车企在新形势下争夺市场份额的重要赛道。8月29日，智能电动汽车行业中的领先企业——浙江零跑科技股份有限公司（「零跑汽车」或「公司」）正式通过港交所聆讯，预计将于近期登陆港股市场，中金、花旗、摩根大通及建银国际担任联席保荐人。据了解，零跑汽车采用以智能化及快速迭代为特性的电子产品的开发思路，设计及打造智能电动汽车，能够自主研发智能电动汽车核心系统及电子部件中的所有关键软硬件。根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料，公司是中国目前唯一一家具有全域自主研发能力的新兴电动汽车公司。从研发到制造形成垂直整合 产品组合极具竞争力在业务模式方面，零跑汽车在中国新兴电动汽车公司中实现了最高程度的从研发到制造的垂直整合。公司自主设计、开发及制造包括电驱系统、电池系统、自动驾驶系统和智能座舱系统在内的核心系统及电子部件，同时公司的工厂具备从电动汽车核心部件到整车的完整生产能力。该等业务模式大幅简化了供应链，并可以在生产流程中降低采购成本，实现供应链稳定以及严格的质量控制。此外，自主研发与自主生产相辅相成、相互赋能，形成良性循环，进而优化公司的产品性能和质量。在产品方面，零跑汽车的产品具备卓越的驾驶性能、沉浸式的智能交互体验及优越的车内空间及配置，公司最新的旗舰车型C01提供同价位区间电动车型中最丰富的自动驾驶功能，包括自适应巡航、自动泊车以及自动紧急制动等23种自动驾驶功能。公司在过去三年内成功交付了三款车型，今年三季度将量产新中大型纯电轿车，同时，计划以每年推出一到三款全新车型的速度，于2025年底前共计推出七款新车型，涵盖各种尺寸的轿车、SUV及MPV。在推出新车型的同时，公司还将持续推出现有畅销车型的新版本。公司于2021年4月、8月和12月发布了T03的三个改款车型，2021年11月推出C11四驱性能版，并计划于2022年推出C11的增程式版本。强大的交付能力及丰富的产品组合，令其在竞争者中脱颖而出，进而实现规模的快速扩张。收入高速增长盈利前景向好 充分享受行业发展红利财务方面，根据招股书，零跑汽车的收益由2019年的人民币117.0百万元增加439.7%至2020年的人民币631.3百万元，于2021年进一步增加396.1%至人民币3,132.1百万元，并由截至2021年6月30日止六个月的人民币877.0百万元增加479.4%至2022年同期的人民币5,081.5百万元。2019-2021年，毛利率分别为-95.7%、-50.6%、-44.3%。2022年上半年，毛利率已进一步改善至-26.0%。可以预期，伴随着新品的不断推出及销量的增加，公司的盈利能力将会稳步提升。中长期来看，随着中国「双碳」目标的提出及行业利好政策的陆续发布，中国的新能源汽车市场规模逐步扩大。按2021年销量计，中国拥有全球最大的新能源汽车市场，大致约为整个欧洲市场规模的两倍，约为美国市场规模的五倍。于2026年，中国新能源汽车销量预计将达10.6百万辆，自2021年的复合年增长率为26.0%，占全球新能源汽车市场的43.9%。在此背景下，零跑汽车有望凭借强大的自主研发能力、越级的产品力、优异的业务模式及独特的竞争优势，充分享受行业高速增长的红利，发展成为行业中闪耀的一颗新星，值得期待。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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哈尔滨银行2022年业务发展回归平稳 信贷资源持续向东北倾斜

2022-08-31
HONG KONG, Aug 31, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 2022年上半年，国内疫情多发散发，在经济下行压力进一步加大的情况下，中国经济整体保持企稳回升态势。哈尔滨银行（6138.HK）8月30日发布的2022年中期业绩报告显示，其顺应“东北振兴”国家战略推进节奏，主要经营指标稳中有进。经营指标稳中有进 业务发展回归平稳从业绩数据上看，哈尔滨银行资产规模实现稳步增长，截至2022年6月30日，资产总额为人民币6,616.549亿元，较上年末增加超人民币166亿元，增幅2.57%。集团实现净利润为人民币5.880亿元，较去年全年增加1.893亿元；实现归属于母公司股东的净利润为人民币4.946亿元，较去年全年增加2.205亿元。拨备覆盖率为174.67%，贷款减值损失准备率为5.15%，分别较上年末上升12.22个百分点和0.47个百分点，风险抵补能力保持基本稳定。整体而言，面对严峻复杂的经济金融形势，哈尔滨银行积极响应国家政策，贯彻落实监管要求，围绕高质量发展目标，盈利能力正在稳步回升，业务发展回归平稳。信贷资源持续倾斜 助力东北全面振兴业绩报告显示，截至2022年6月30日，哈尔滨银行公司类贷款总额为人民币1,621.476亿元，较年初增加人民币5.49亿元，占全部贷款总额的56.5%。值得市场关注的是，集团公司金融业务致力于打造全生命周期的客户综合金融服务体系，以形成“客户需求快速响应、服务方案联动设计、金融服务协同推进”的一体化综合金融服务格局。报告期内，已拥有公司客户8.9万户，实现公司金融业务税前利润为人民币3.663亿元，占集团税前利润的38.6%；营业收入为人民币29.692亿元，较去年同期增加15.7%，占集团营业收入的42.5%。跨境业务功能持续完善 支持自贸试验区建设围绕国家、省、市战略，哈尔滨银行深度参与中国（黑龙江）自贸试验区和哈尔滨新区建设，在跨境人民币结算、融资、外商投资等领域金融创新不断取得突破。报告期内，国际结算量达人民币147亿元，条线资产投放折合人民币超53亿元，表内外资产余额折合人民币超82亿元。同时，充分发挥跨境特色业务品牌优势和CIPS直参行优势，持续为中国金融业对外开放特别是向北开放和人民币国际化保驾护航；集团成功获批CIPS标准收发器试点资格，将进一步拓宽跨境金融信息传输渠道，提高跨境人民币支付信息交互的时效性、准确性及便利性。截至2022年6月30日，已有15家境内外银行通过哈尔滨银行间参CIPS系统，系统累计处理业务金额超人民币107亿元。其中，自中国（黑龙江）自贸区成立以来，仅在哈尔滨片区内的国际结算量累计超人民币40亿元，在自贸区内各金融机构中居于领先地位，成为金融支持黑龙江自贸区建设的重要力量。可以看出，哈尔滨银行已将经营发展融入地方经济社会发展的大背景、大格局、大战略中，回归本土本源、聚焦主责主业，其自身的区位优势和业务特色，必将在东北全面振兴中做出更大的贡献。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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碧瑶绿色净利润增长45% 手头合约大增约60%至34亿港元

2022-08-30
HONG KONG, Aug 30, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 碧瑶绿色集团有限公司(「碧瑶」或「集团」；股份编号：01397.HK)欣然宣布截至2022年6月30日止六个月(「期内」)之未经审核之中期业绩。期内收益为约7.1亿港元，较去年同期增加约22%。该增加主要由于清洁业务强劲表现推动。本公司权益股东应占溢利为约1,780万港元，较去年同期增加约45%。整体毛利率为8.1%。业务回顾及展望2022年上半年，本集团成功获得共19.5亿港元新合约，成功将本集团的手头合约由2021年12月31日约21亿港元大增约60%至约34亿港元(截至2022年6月30日)，创本集团历史新高，为2022年下半年及日后年度，迎来可观的收益增长。清洁作为本集团的核心业务，录得可观增长，收益相比去年同期增加42%，达至近约5.0亿港元，占集团总收益约70%。期内集团中标政府多份新的街道清洁服务合同，价值约16亿港元。集团的香港特区政府食物环境卫生署(「食环署」)街道清洁服务，现覆盖香港共七区，服务总人口超过250万(为香港总人口的三份之一)，标志碧瑶于香港清洁服务市场的领导地位。废物管理及回收方面，集团于期内获食环署两份新废物收集服务合约，总价约1.4亿港元。碧瑶的食环署废物收集服务，覆盖香港共五区，服务总人口约150万人，为香港废物管理市场中的领导者。本集团作为香港特区政府环境保护署(「环保署」)服务承办商，为香港处理超过5,000个回收点(包括塑料、玻璃樽、金属、废纸)，营运多个分拣设施。碧瑶为期33个月的环保署「塑料回收先导计划」服务合约，为香港东区、观塘区及中西区提供塑料收集服务，已于上半年成功开展，预计下半年的回收量将有所增长。为应付预期塑料回收业务量的增加，集团最近引入一套全新及全自动高速塑料分拣设备，采用近红外线技术，快速分拣所有塑料种类及颜色。新设备不单是处理量的增加，同时亦是质的提升，帮助碧瑶将香港收集回来的塑料，精准及有效分拣出不同类别并转废为宝，有助加速业务增长。集团预计，设备全面运行后，每年可处理超过10,000吨塑料，相等于4亿个塑料樽。为配合香港可持续发展，我们将继续提升回收品收集及循环再造能力。我们于香港屯门环保园，与太古饮料控股有限公司及其他投资方合资开设香港首间达准食品级的PET塑料工厂，将回收的塑料，循环再造成可用作制造再生产品的塑片。此项目计划现已投产，产量将续渐增加。本集团今年推出「ESG+」方案，协助提升上市公司客户的ESG表现，有利客户安排绿色融资以及提升加入ESG指数成份股的机会。绿色科技服务方面，碧瑶去年获得环保署首份使用生物科技(黑水虻)转化技术，解决香港鸡粪问题的合约。该项目位于香港屯门环保园，现已进入最后调试阶段，预计2022年年底前正式投产，为碧瑶绿色科技业务增长带来动力。本集团致力以生物科技为业务注入新动力。集团与怡和机器有限公司合作位于香港屯门环保园的生物炭工厂将于今年内进入测试阶段，通过热解技术将木质废料转化为高质量生物炭，达到转废为材的目的。碧瑶主席吴永康先生指：「『都市固体废物收费计划』将于明年下半年正式推行，预计政策推行后将进一步推动市民积极循环回收，刺激回收量大幅增加。而且，随着『塑料饮料容器生产者责任计划』逐步落实，亦有助大幅增加塑料饮料容器的回收率。通过这两大计划，预计将直接拉动本集团回收服务的业务量，为集团多年来于回收服务建设的投资及竞争壁垒，提供吸引回报。展望未来，除了继续大力发展现有业务外，我们会不断寻求具有增长潜力及绿色科技的项目，为保护全球环境作出持续贡献。」有关集团2022年度中期业绩公告详情，请浏览以下网址：http://www.baguio.com.hk/zh-K/Investor%20Relations/Announcements%20and%20Notices碧瑶绿色集团简介：碧瑶绿色集团(股份编号：01397) 成立于1980年，是香港最大和最受敬重的综合环境服务集团之一，提供环卫保洁、资源回收、循环再造、废物管理、绿色科技、有机肥料及动物饲料生产、园艺绿化工程及害虫防治等。集团为不同领域的客户提供服务，包括政府部门、各大机构和跨国企业。集团努力不懈地提升环境、社会和管治(ESG)的表现，以推进集团的可持续发展，以实现将香港推动成为更清洁、更绿色、更健康城市的愿景。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TE open in September ACN Newswire

HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TE open in September

2022-08-30
HONG KONG, Aug 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 41st HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 10th Salon de TE, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd, will run under the brand-new EXHIBITION+ model which integrates online and offline shows, bringing together more than 200 exhibitors. The physical fairs run from 7 to 11 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), while the online exhibition will run from 7 until 18 September, helping global watch traders explore business opportunities both in person and online. The physical fairs at the HKCEC will be open to industry buyers and also to the general public, offering watch lovers the opportunity to shop for precious timepieces.Introducing highlights of the fairs at a press conference today are Sophia Chong, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director (centre), Daniel Tsai (L) and Richard Leung (R), Co-chairmen, HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair Organising Committee.Models at the press conference showcased a selection of watches, wearing Costume Suit Studio's suits and gowns from the Natacha Van Collection.New watch brand collections shine brightThe Watch & Clock Fair has long been regarded as an effective business platform for manufacturers and buyers, while Salon de TE introduces some of the best-known branded watches.Sophia Chong, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, said: "Hong Kong's total exports of watches and clocks were valued at HK$32.1 billion from January to July this year. The export index for timepieces rose to 34.6 in the second quarter from 19.7 in the first quarter of 2022, indicating that watch exporters are becoming more optimistic regarding the industry outlook. This year's fairs will give exhibitors and buyers the chance to explore more business opportunities through the physical fairs and online platform. What's more, Asia's fashion spotlight CENTRESTAGE will be held concurrently at the HKCEC from 9 to 11 September, so public visitors will be able to enjoy the latest collections from more than 280 watch and fashion brands and use their consumption vouchers to make purchases."Top-tier watches featured at World Brand PiazzaSalon de TE will once again feature a series of top-tier international brands and designer collections. Sponsored by Prince Jewellery & Watch for the 12th consecutive year, World Brand Piazza will present 12 renowned international brands, including Blancpain, Breguet, Chopard, Corum, CVSTOS, Franck Muller, Glashutte Original, Hublot, Jacob & Co, Parmigiani Fleurier, Piaget and Sarcar Geneve.Swiss brand Hublot has once again collaborated with the Sang Bleu tattoo studio founded by well-known Swiss tattoo artist Maxime Plescia-Buchi to launch the Big Bang Sang Bleu II Limited Edition watch. With its criss-cross geometric lines, the watch features the colours of Maxime's tattoos. Set with 220 diamonds, the watch is priced at HK$523,500.Another Swiss brand, Jacob & Co, collaborated with French sports car brand Bugatti to launch the Jacob & Co X Bugatti Chiron tourbillon watch. Taking one year to research, the team combined 578 parts to build up the movement of the watch, which simulates the operation of a sports car engine and vibrates up and down in the case, creating a stunning visual impact. The unique watch is priced at HK$3.2 million.Watches tailor-made for Olympic and Paralympic gold medallists showcasedHighlighting quality watches in a multitude of designs, Salon de TE will comprise various thematic zones including Craft Treasure, Chic & Trendy and Renaissance Moment. The Craft Treasure zone will feature high-end mechanical watches and jewellery watches built with superb craftmanship. They include four tourbillon watches tailor-made by ANPASSA for four outstanding athletes including Yang Qian, gold medallist in the women's 10-metre air rifle event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and Wang Yifu, known as the "Godfather of Chinese Shooting" and a gold medallist in the men's 10-metre air rifle event at the Olympic Games in Barcelona in 1992 and Athens in 2004.The tourbillon watch specially made for Yang Qian is embossed with the words "Olympic 2020" and the 10-metre air rifle pattern, with her signature displayed on the bottom plate of the movement. The outer ring of the watch is made from 18K white gold, inlaid with natural diamonds. The four ANPASSA timepieces will be publicly unveiled at the fairs for visitors to appreciate.Memorigin, another renowned brand from the Craft Treasure zone, will also present a tailored tourbillon watch - the "So Wa Wai Series", created for So Wa-wai, the track-and-field athlete who garnered six Paralympic gold medals, and his mother. "The Champion" watch features the moment of victory for Mr So, with the thin lines on the dial forming the running tracks. A silhouette shows the athlete raising his arm in an iconic No.1 gesture as he reaches the finishing line, while his index finger points to the star at the watch's 12 o'clock position. The "Heroic Mom" watch, meanwhile, depicts a silhouette of the athlete's mother holding the baby So Wa-wai, up in the air, paying tribute to all mothers.The same brand will also present the "Twilight" tourbillon watch - the inspiration for its design coming from the sun appearing on the horizon as it rises at the break of day.The Chic & Trendy zone highlights a series of fashionable watch brands, including the "18K Gold LuminFusion Carbon Gold" watch from Swiss brand ROMAGO. This self-winding watch features an 18K gold foil carbon fibre case, with the case and bezel emitting a golden glow in the dark.A series of classic and elegant European watches are showcased at the Renaissance Moment zone, including two "Toucan" watches from Swiss brand Bijourmontre. The daytime model showcases brightly coloured toucans while the night model features mother-of-pearl flowers and toucans in cool tones. Both watches are inlaid with diamonds to add a touch of glamour.The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair also features several zones, including Pageant of Eternity which showcases high-end watches from original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and original design manufacturers (ODM). Among them are the Elmer Ingo automatic ladies' watch launched by Hong Kong brand Chit Tat Clock & Watch. Other zones will showcase watches, clocks, parts and components, packaging and trade services.Click2Match expands business networking, seminars explore new opportunitiesThe HKTDC has mobilised its network of 50 offices worldwide to invite overseas buyers to connect and maintain contact with exhibitors through video conferencing. The smart business matching platform, Click2Match, will generate AI-recommended leads for exhibitors and buyers. Participants can also use the tool to enjoy functions such as a meeting planner, instant messaging, video conferencing and file sharing, helping them to overcome physical and geographical barriers to build business connections around the world.Industry participants are also invited to join a series of forums and seminars that will provide first-hand market information. The Hong Kong International Watch Forum will be broadcast online on 5 September, featuring sharing from representatives of watch associations from Mainland China, France, Germany, Japan and Switzerland. In addition to sharing the latest trade data and market trends, participants will also discuss the future direction for the development of the global watch manufacturing sector. The annual Asian Watch Conference will be held on 8 September under the theme "Watches Beyond - Transformation and Reinvention". Experts from market research institutions and auction houses have been invited to discuss a range of issues, including the latest development trends in the watch market, business opportunities in blockchain, transactions with blockchain technology and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).Exciting events, lucky draws and shopping offers for public visitorsA series of exciting events will be arranged at the fairs, including a workshop co-hosted by Quinn Lai, a young entrepreneur born in the 1980s who created his own watch brand, Eoniq, as well as the DIY Watch Club. The workshop will demonstrate the craftsmanship of mechanical watchmaking with participants being taught how to make their own watches. In addition, a number of watch brand product launches will be held during the fairs, while well-known athletes - including So Wa-wai and Hong Kong fencing athlete Cheung Siu-lun - will make appearances. Other public activities to be held during the fairs include watch parades and the "Fashion X Watch" crossover parade.Visitors can participate in lucky draws, with prizes including luxury watches, fashion accessories, dining vouchers and more. They can also take part in Smart Bidding to bid on their favourite watches starting at up to 90% off the retail price, and download electronic coupons to enjoy attractive offers at the fairs. What's more, in partnership with live shopping platform LoopLive, key opinion leaders (KOLs) will conduct livestreaming shows to introduce selected watches before and during the fairs. After placing orders online, visitors can pick up their purchases at the fairs with free admission.New campaign to promote creations of young designersTo promote creativity in the Hong Kong watch industry and nurture budding local designers, the HKTDC joined together with the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd to organise the 39th Hong Kong Watch & Clock Design Competition. The competition was divided into two categories - the Open Group and Student Group - under the respective themes of "Night" and "Race Against Time". The creations of the competition winners and finalists will be on display throughout the Watch & Clock Fair, with visitors being able to vote on the spot for the "Most Popular Award". The awards presentation ceremony will be held on 10 September at the Time Chamber in Hall 1 of the fairground.In addition, a new campaign titled "Unifying the Technical Capability of Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers and Creativity of Hong Kong Designers to Explore the Youth Market", organised by the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and co-organised by the HKTDC, The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd and the Hong Kong Design Institute, will showcase the works of young designers under the theme of "Future Timepiece", promoting innovation and collaboration between young local designers and watchmakers. The campaign is funded by the Trade and Industrial Organisation Support Fund from the Trade and Industry Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.Running concurrently with the watch events, and also organised by the HKTDC, Asia's premier fashion event CENTRESTAGE will be held from 9 to 11 September at the HKCEC, featuring designer brands from around the world. The concurrent fairs will create synergies and new business opportunities for participants from both industries.Export performance of Hong Kong watches and clocks:2021 (total value) | YoY change | Jan-July 2022 (total value) | YoY changeHK$59.8 billion | +28.9% | HK$32.1billion | -2.9%Photo download: https://bit.ly/3x0b32LWebsites:- Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: https://hkwatchfair.hktdc.com- Salon de TE: https://hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/te- Electronic coupons download: https://bit.ly/3PPLUOMAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedInMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Kate Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4239, Email: kate.hy.chan@hktdc.orgClementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Nissin Foods Announces 2022 Interim Results ACN Newswire

Nissin Foods Announces 2022 Interim Results

2022-08-30
HONG KONG, Aug 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Nissin Foods Company Limited ("Nissin Foods" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; Stock code: 1475) has today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2022 ("the reporting period"). Highlights-- Revenue from the Hong Kong operations increased solidly by 11.4% year-on-year to HK$759.9 million, mainly attributable to the strong demand for instant noodles and frozen food products driven by the hoarding behaviour of consumers. Revenue from Mainland China operations increased by 8.7% to HK$1,273.2 million, thanks to the growth in sales volume of cup-type instant noodles. -- In the face of rising production costs and raw material prices, Nissin Foods will implement the second phase of its price adjustment strategy in Hong Kong, for the products that were not included in the first phase implemented in April 2022. Their ex-factory price will be adjusted upward by a high single-digit percentage on average, starting from September 2022. -- "Nissin Foodium", Nissin's inaugural membership programme for Hong Kong and Mainland China has been launched respectively in July and August 2022. The "Nissin Foodium" in the WeChat Mini Program offers the members a series of exclusive benefits, exciting rewards and interactive games. The Group's revenue increased by 9.7% year-on-year ("YoY") to HK2,033.1 million (2021: HK$1,853.8 million). The Group's EBITDA grew by 8.4% YoY to HK$305.1 million (2021: HK$281.3 million), representing an EBITDA margin of 15.0% (2021: 15.2%). Profit attributable to owners of the Company amounted to HK$164.9 million (2021: HK$170.9 million). The Group's basic earnings per share was 15.80 HK cents (2021: 15.94 HK cents). Hong Kong OperationsRevenue from the Hong Kong operations increased solidly by 11.4% YoY to HK$759.9 million (2021: HK$682.2 million), mainly attributable to the strong demand for instant noodles and frozen food products driven by the hoarding behaviour of consumers. Segment results amounted to HK$50.0 million (2021:HK$52.6 million), owing to the higher-than-usual production and logistics costs that occurred during the fifth wave of the pandemic. Revenue from the Hong Kong operations accounted for 37.4% (2021: 36.8%) of the Group's revenue. The improvement in the performance of both cup-type and bag-type instant noodles was obvious, as consumers were more inclined to stay at home. To further complement its instant noodles portfolio, the Group launched various new flavours under the "Roah", Nissin "U.F.O." and "Fuku" brands. Frozen food products also demonstrated a strong demand due to the resurgence of the pandemic in Hong Kong. For the "KAGOME" business, plant-based soy and oat milks were launched to promote nutritious and healthy choices to health-conscious consumers. The Group replicated the success of granola in Greater China in new markets in Southeast Asia. The sales volume grew considerably in Singapore and Thailand during the first half of the year. The fresh-cut vegetable business has seen growing demand, and the distribution channels have further expanded from supermarkets to restaurants. Mainland China OperationsRevenue from the Mainland China operations increased by 8.7% (in local currency: 8.4%) to HK$1,273.2 million (2021: HK$1,171.6 million) thanks to the growth in sales volume of cup-type instant noodles as consumers continued to favour higher-quality products, offset by a drop in the distribution business. Segment results increased favourably by 14.1% to HK$165.9 million (2021: HK$145.4 million), mainly attributable to the sound performance of organic revenue growth, coupled with the price adjustment implemented during the period. Revenue from the Mainland China operations accounted for 62.6% (2021: 63.2%) of the Group's revenue. As with "Cup Noodles" in Hong Kong, the Company has been upgrading the product in Mainland China to feature smoother noodle texture and a thicker soup base since May 2021. A positive response was received from customers, with the sales volume continuously expanding during the period under review. Also, the Company continued its geographical business expansion strategy in Mainland China and explored certain new markets in the Western and Northern regions of China. Leveraging its diversified product portfolio, it seized the opportunity to promote other product categories such as frozen pasta and ramen during the lockdown in Shanghai due to resurgence of COVID-19, and the sales volume of these products was considerably broadened as a result. ProspectsThe Group is cautiously optimistic about the long-term business development in the regions in which it operates and will continue to explore ways to better alleviate the cost pressure amid this competitive landscape. While the high prices of key raw materials such as wheat flour and palm oil are starting to decline, there remains a veil of uncertainty over the future outlook of the business environment considering the rising risk of worldwide stagflation. In Hong Kong, the cost pressure has not yet been fully released. In the face of rising production costs and raw material prices, the Group will implement the second phase of its price adjustment strategy for the products that were not included in the first phase implemented in April 2022, with an average increase of a high single-digit percentage to the ex-factory price, starting from September 2022.Furthermore, a new membership programme designed to strengthen the connection with consumers and bring them enjoyment has been launched in both Hong Kong and Mainland China in July and August 2022, respectively. The "Nissin Foodium" in the WeChat Mini Program offers members a series of exclusive benefits, exciting rewards and interactive games. To enjoy additional benefits and surprises, consumers are encouraged to scan the unique QR code on the products by using the mini program and complete various tasks to earn points. It aims to enhance the Group's customer retention rate, boost product sales and better understand consumer preferences. Building on a solid foundation, well-diversified product portfolio and the premiumisation strategy pursued, the Company is well-positioned to deliver continuous revenue and earnings growth, as well as expand business territories with increasing brand recognition in Hong Kong and Mainland China for the years ahead. Mr Kiyotaka ANDO, Executive Director, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nissin Foods, said, "Despite the challenging conditions arising from increasing raw material prices, the Group has achieved solid revenue growth in both Hong Kong and Mainland China for the first half of this year. Thanks to the continuous support from customers in both Hong Kong and Mainland China, our products are able to sustain the growth momentum. We are dedicated to pursuing a premiumisation strategy and providing good quality food to bring contentment and an enjoyable experience to our valuable consumers. 'Nissin Foodium' is our first membership programme and part of our efforts to enhance consumer experience and strengthen our connection with them. Leveraging our research and production capabilities, as well as our management and marketing expertise, we will continue to invest in our products, people and production, so as to strengthen our overall competitiveness and ensure sustainable growth." About Nissin Foods Company LimitedNissin Foods Company Limited (The "Group"; Stock code: 1475) is a renowned food company in Hong Kong and Mainland China with a diversified portfolio of well-known and highly popular brands and the largest instant noodle company in Hong Kong. The Group officially established its presence in Hong Kong in 1984. The Group primarily manufactures and sells instant noodles, frozen foods and other food products under its two core corporate brands, namely "NISSIN" and "DOLL" together with a diversified portfolio of iconic household premium food brands. The Group's five flagship product brands, namely "Cup Noodles", "Demae Iccho", "Doll Instant Noodle", "Doll Dim Sum" and "Fuku" are also among the most popular choices in their respective food product categories in Hong Kong. In the Mainland China market, the Group has introduced technology innovation through the "ECO Cup" concept and primarily focuses its sales efforts in first-and second-tier cities. Nissin Foods is a constituent of eight Hang Seng Indexes, namely: Hang Seng Composite Index, Hang Seng Consumer Goods & Services Index, Hang Seng Stock Connect Hong Kong Index, Hang Seng Stock Connect Hong Kong MidCap & SmallCap Index, Hang Seng Stock Connect Hong Kong SmallCap Index, Hang Seng SCHK Mainland China Companies Index, Hang Seng SCHK ex-AH Companies Index, and Hang Seng Small Cap (Investable) Index. For more information, please visit www.nissingroup.com.hk. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Analogue Achieves Record-High Contracts-in-Hand of HK$12.9 Billion in First Half of 2022, Consolidated Net Profit at HK$119.2 Million ACN Newswire

Analogue Achieves Record-High Contracts-in-Hand of HK$12.9 Billion in First Half of 2022, Consolidated Net Profit at HK$119.2 Million

2022-08-26
HONG KONG, Aug 26, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Analogue Holdings Limited ("Analogue" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, collectively the "Group") (stock code: 1977), a leading electrical and mechanical ("E&M") engineering service provider in Hong Kong, today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2022 ("the Period" or "1H2022"), having achieved revenue growth and record-high contracts-in-hand amid market challenges. The Group's total revenue grew by 29.5% year-on-year to HK$3,022 million, mainly attributable to the increase in revenue from the Building Services segment. Gross profit also soared by 41.6% year-on-year to HK$457.6 million, thanks to the higher revenue and higher margins from the Building Services segment. The gross profit margin improved to 15.1%. Consolidated net profit would have increased by 5.9% year-on-year to HK$119.2 million before provision for potential litigation liabilities, with the profit attributed to owners of the Company reported at HK$59.2 million. The Board has proposed an interim dividend of HK4.27 cents per share, representing a dividend payout ratio of 50%.Highlights-- Record-high contracts-in-hand amounted to HK$12.9 billion, up 8.8% year-on-year-- Total revenue increased by 29.5% to HK$3,022 million -- The consolidated net profit at HK$119.2 million before provision for potential litigation liabilities. The profit attributed to owners of the Company reported at HK$59.2 million-- Gross profit margin rose from 13.8% to 15.1% year-on-year-- Healthy cash position with cash balance amounting to HK$1,073.7 million-- High dividend payout ratio maintained at 50%The value of contracts awarded to the Group during the Period grew significantly by 96.6% year-on-year, while its contracts-in-hand also reached a record high of HK$12,919 million as at 30 June 2022, providing a strong foundation for the core business' further expansion. The Group's tendering activities remained active during the Period, with 675 tenders or quotations valued at over HK$1 million each. Dr. Otto Poon Lok-to, Chairman of Analogue Holdings Limited, said, "Despite the many challenges encountered, I believe we have made a good start in 2022, maintaining growth in business scale and new contract wins, as well as achieving record-high contracts-in-hand. Over the course of the Group's 45-year journey, we are honoured to have fortified our leading position in the industry, kept abreast of developments over the years and continued to adhere to and reinforce the best business practices. Leveraging our 'New Technology, New Market, New Business Model' master plan, we are well positioned to enjoy a more advantageous and distinguished position in the industry and to sustain the long-term growth of our business."As the Group's major growth driver, Building Services segment's revenue increased by 43.7% to HK$2,036 million. Its recurring revenue stream increased with new maintenance contracts worth more than HK$127 million secured. Contracts-in-hand of this segment reached HK$6,391 million, in which HK$3,534 million were newly secured projects, including infrastructure, shopping malls, office buildings, data centres, residential developments and hotels in Hong Kong, Macau as well as the Mainland China. Moreover, in view of the urgently-needed capacity of mortuaries due to the increase in mortality rate during the COVID wave in 1H2022, the Group proactively adopted its proprietary ATAL Building Services Prefabrication and Modularisation Construction Technology ("ABSPM") coupled with digitalisation technologies for improved quality, safety, cost and project management of a public mortuary project, and successfully completed it by mobilising teams of workers on very short notice. Leveraging its strong track record, the Group is well placed to seize the upcoming business opportunities generated from the rapid development of data centres, as well as the expansions of railway lines and hospitals in Hong Kong. As of 30 June 2022, Environmental Engineering segment's contracts-in-hand amounted to HK$4,953 million, including five new contracts that underscore our expertise in project management services, as well as operation and maintenance contracts for electrical and mechanical works for water, wastewater and solid waste management. The Group will continue to implement innovative approaches for reinforcement, protection, operation and maintenance of treatment plants to extend their working life and ensure they are operated and maintained at optimal capacity to serve the Hong Kong community. On the research and development (R&D) front, the Group's proprietary "Digital Twin technology" was further advanced to monitor the influent quality of incoming sewage at a sewage plant in a more efficient manner. Tendering activities outside Hong Kong and the Mainland China included water treatment works at Kaliwa and Wawa, both in the Rizal Province of the Philippines.Information, Communications and Building Technologies ("ICBT") segment's contracts-in-hand rose by 13.0% year-on-year to HK$1,059 million. To support the development of Hong Kong's "Smart City" and "Smart Economy" visions, the Group has spared no effort in adopting green and intelligent building solutions which integrate a wide range of information and communications technologies with AI, robotic solutions, energy and management technologies. As a result of its strong R&D capabilities, the Group's AI Energy Management Platform, Internet of Things ("IoT") applications, Video Analytics technology, and "walkable" Photovoltaic ("PV") have been chosen for a world-class 36-storey smart office and commercial building project in Central, Hong Kong's prestigious CBD. Going forward, the Group will continue to deploy digital technologies to its maintenance service capabilities and invest to drive digital transformation across smart building technologies. The Lifts and Escalators segment's contracts-in-hand amounted to HK$516 million as of 30 June 2022, with the majority of profit contributed by maintenance contracts. In the overseas markets, our Anlev Elevator Group ("Anlev") secured strategic orders for mass transportation in Brazil and the hotel industry in Mexico. It is also finalising orders for an iconic and prestigious residential project in the United Kingdom through its wholly owned subsidiary Anlev (UK) Limited. To further expand its global footprint, the Group will seek new distributors in the United States, Europe and Southeast Asia. In parallel, the Group is completing a RMB60 million expansion of its Nanjing factory facilities to increase production capacity for lifts and escalators to meet the anticipated demand and growth of the global business.In 2022, the Hong Kong Government has budgeted a steady increase of spending on public capital works projects of at least HK$100 billion in each of the coming years. Additionally, the annual construction output is estimated to reach HK$300 billion, which will include a variety of public and private housing, commercial development and infrastructure projects in new towns. An expenditure of HK$200 billion is also expected as part of the 10-year Hospital Development Plan with a further HK$300 billion investment in the second 10-year Hospital Development Plan. All of these plans, together with Hong Kong's Smart City and Smart Economy visions, the thriving development of data centres and expansion projects of mass transit railway in Tung Chung, Hung Shui Kiu, Tuen Mun and Kwu Tung present tremendous opportunities. The Group is well-positioned to capitalise on these many growth opportunities and add value to customers by leveraging its capacity for innovation, digital technology, and passion to deliver results more effectively, efficiently and sustainably.Leveraging its successful experience in equity partnership with Transel Elevator & Electric Inc. ("TEI"), one of the largest independent lifts and escalators companies in New York, and the establishment of Anlev subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, the Group will seek synergistic business partners where appropriate to expand its footprint, create new business opportunities and build new revenue streams. Dr Poon concluded, "Being buoyed by the 'can-do spirit' of the new Hong Kong SAR Administration, we will grasp the tremendous opportunities arising from the increasing infrastructure development moving onward, leveraging our depth of expertise and experience in the industry. In addition to the local market, we are also cautiously optimistic about the development opportunities in various overseas countries that are now proceeding with major infrastructure developments, which have added motivation to our global expansion efforts. With our motto 'We Commit, We Perform, We Deliver', we have confidence that Analogue will witness further business growth in the years to come."For more details of the 2022 Interim Results, please refer to the announcement that has been filed with The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.https://www1.hkexnews.hk/listedco/listconews/sehk/2022/0826/2022082600423.pdfAbout Analogue Holdings LimitedEstablished in 1977, Analogue Holdings Limited is a leading electrical and mechanical ("E&M") engineering service provider headquartered in Hong Kong, with operations in Macau, Mainland China, the United States and the United Kingdom. Serving a wide spectrum of customers from public and private sectors, the Group provides multi-disciplinary and comprehensive E&M engineering and technology services in four major segments, including Building Services, Environmental Engineering, Information, Communications and Building Technologies ("ICBT") and Lifts & Escalators. The Group also manufactures and sells Anlev lifts and escalators internationally and has entered into an alliance with Transel Elevator & Electric Inc. ("TEI"), one of the largest independent lifts and escalators companies in New York, the United States. The Group's associate partner, Nanjing Canatal Data Centre Environmental Tech Company Limited (603912.SS), is specialised in manufacturing of precision air conditioners. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Chu Kong Shipping Announces 2022 Interim Results, Profit Attributable to the Equity Holders of the Company Significantly Increases by 110.6% to HK$54.9 Million ACN Newswire

Chu Kong Shipping Announces 2022 Interim Results, Profit Attributable to the Equity Holders of the Company Significantly Increases by 110.6% to HK$54.9 Million

2022-08-25
HONG KONG, Aug 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (Group) Company Limited ("Chu Kong Shipping", or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; Stock Code: 560.HK) is pleased to announce its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2022 (the "Period"). During the Period, the international environment became more complex and severe, while the global epidemic remained severe. However, thanks to the growth of the terminal logistic business, the Group's results during the Period remained promising. In the first half of 2022, the continuous impact of the repeated COVID-19 epidemic and the sharp increase of oil prices led to significant pressure on the Group's business operation. The fifth wave of the epidemic, which broke out in Hong Kong at the beginning of the year, had certain impact on the local ferry and water cultural tourism businesses. The cross-border passenger transportation business operations of the Group were still in a trough due to the epidemic prevention policies. Nonetheless, in the face of the challenges in the external environment, the Group accelerated its business transformation and upgrading, endeavoured to create new drivers for growth and efficiency, and continued to optimise its operation and control model. Subsequently, most of the terminal logistic business was stabilised and showed improvement through active development. During the Period, the Group recorded consolidated revenue of HK$1,601.2 million (1H 2021: HK$1,142.7 million) , representing an increase of 40.1% over the same period last year. Profit for the Period amounted to HK$61.7 million (1H 2021: HK$39.7 million), representing an increase of 55.4% over the same period last year. Profit attributable to the equity holders of the Company amounted to HK$54.9 million (1H 2021: HK$26.1 million), representing an increase of 110.6% over the same period last year. Precisely Grasping Market Opportunities and Continue to Build New Advantages in the Port Logistics BusinessRegarding the freight business, leveraging its advantages of the terminal's network, the Group seized the opportunity to assist Hong Kong's anti-epidemic livelihood supplies transportation project and continued to provide new impetus to local businesses. It focused on improving the layout of the industrial chain and vigorously developed the terminal logistic business market, while carrying out epidemic prevention and control. During the Period, the break bulk cargoes transportation volume recorded 342,000 tons, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.9%. Under the influence of the epidemic, several domestic cities were locked down and the supply of container space and containers was insufficient, the container transportation volume recorded 644,000 TEU. As for the cargo handling business, the container handling volume recorded 571,000 TEU, representing a year-on-year increase of 0.2%. The break bulk cargoes handling volume recorded 4,036,000 tons, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.6%, and the volume of container hauling and trucking recorded 98,000 TEU.During the Period, the Group fully utilised its business advantage as a combination of "transit and port" in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area; Chu Kong Transhipment & Logistics Co., Ltd. ("CKTL"), in conjunction with Qingyuan Port, Doumen Port, Zhongshan Port, Zhongshan Huangpu Port, Gaoming Port, Beicun Port, Sanbu Port and many other freight ports, has been successfully opening "Green Passages" and "Synergised Passages" to secure a full logistics chain, in order to realise a smooth integration of consignment consolidation, custom clearance, as well as consignment loading and unloading, which in turn has efficiently supplied medical materials and other resources for anti-epidemic measures, quarantine measures, as well as for daily necessity such as fresh food and grocery items. Being faced with the precarious situation of the fifth-wave epidemic in Hong Kong, the Group has also earnestly fulfilled its corporate social responsibility by making an outstanding contribution to the anti-epidemic work in Hong Kong, which has received extensive coverage by many mainstream media news.Driven by the transportation business of anti-epidemic materials for Hong Kong during the Period, CKTL, Zhongshan Huangpu Port, Doumen Port and Qingyuan Port have significantly improved their operating efficiency. The new warehouse in Tuen Mun was successfully put into operation, and the integrated logistics business has developed rapidly. CKTL and a courier company have jointly operated the warehouse for Regulated Air Cargo Screening Facilities Scheme in Tuen Mun Godown Wharf, which has further enhanced the Group's air freight business volume. CKTL has vigorously developed the business of local construction logistics in Hong Kong, transformed and upgraded the traditional container berth in Yau Ma Tei and built it into a professional engineering logistics loading, unloading and distribution base. The Group has successfully facilitated the logistic project of inner wall bent plate of the tunnel for the Central Kowloon Route, as well as the logistic project of the transitional housing scheme in Kong Ha Wai Village, concentrating on securing the logistics for the Hong Kong Mobile Cabin Hospital and other construction projects supported by the central government concerning the anti-epidemic measures in Hong Kong. Gaoming Port has taken lead to develop cross-border e-commerce business and started a trans-customs transportation business between Foshan Gaoming district and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport; the express parcel processing facility in Gaoming Port has also successfully launched its cross-border e-commerce direct delivery business. Civet Port has seized the opportunity to successfully develop the operating business of the centralised Zhuhai cross-border freight transfer station, as well as the operation business of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Logistics Park cross-border freight transfer station. Doumen Port has continued to promote business diversification whilst continuing to develop a comprehensive logistics business and has successfully developed bulk building materials businesses such as remote loading of bridge components for Hong Kong and Macao, and berthing and loading of cement ships for Hong Kong. Doumen Port has also coordinated the existing warehouse resources, completed the qualification examination and acceptance process of supervised designated sites for imported fruits, and prepared to develop business for imported fruits.Steadily Promoting Airport Strategy and Actively Cultivating New Businesses in Passenger Transportation SegmentRegarding the passenger transportation business, the Group actively cultivates new businesses surrounding Hong Kong International Airport, and achieved another key breakthrough in its airport strategy. Hong Kong International Airport Ferry Terminal Services Limited, a member of the Group, has won the project of passenger and baggage service in transit terminal of Hong Kong International Airport, which has, in turn, expanded the Group's cross-border airport passenger service from "sea-air transport" to "sea-land-air transport". The businesses previously developed by Chu Kong Passenger Transport Co., Ltd. related to Hong Kong International Airport have maintained normal operation under the impact of the epidemic, among which, the car-sharing business on the apron of Hong Kong International Airport has maintained steady growth.OutlookIn the second half of the year, the COVID-19 epidemic will continue to exert pressure on the Group's cross-border passenger transportation and its related auxiliary businesses. The Group will actively integrate into the national and regional development landscape, optimise the strategic layout as a breakthrough, accelerate the construction of new development pattern, and plan the strategic layout in the operating segments such as cargo transportation, cargo handling and storage, passenger transportation business, fuel supply, etc. The Group will persistently accelerate its business transformation, upgrade and innovation by broadening its vision of operation and development, adjusting the layout of industrial structure, and integrating advantageous resources to break through development bottlenecks as well as to form development synergies.Firstly, the Group will make every effort to transform and upgrade its logistics business. The Group will actively capture the opportunities in the Hong Kong infrastructure market, and fully utilise the professional engineering logistics loading, unloading and distribution base operated by the Group in Hong Kong, in order to further develop our engineering materials logistics business; the Group will leverage the geographic advantage of the Tuen Mun Godown Wharf to focus on developing the e-commerce logistics, air cargo logistics and duty-free warehousing businesses; the Group will focus on nurturing the e-commerce logistics business at Gaoming Port, improve the capacity of the supporting logistics service, and build a quality cross-border e-commerce custom clearance centre in the Greater Bay Area; the Group will also strengthen the development of the business in Civet Port's centralised cross-border trucking terminal, and promote maintenance and upgrade for its quays and berths to enhance cargo handling capacity.Secondly, the Group will continue to develop new advantages in the passenger transport business. The Group will promote operation integration of its cross-border passenger business, focus on developing potential routes and cancelling routes that have become less competitive in an orderly manner; the Group will continue to actively participate in bidding for strategic and quality projects of Hong Kong International Airport, and strive to become an integrated service provider for Hong Kong International Airport; the Group will enhance the management quality and service capability of its local ferry business, and strengthen the local transportation and public industry in Hong Kong; the Group will prepare to launch the passenger route between Guangzhou Huangpu and urban Hong Kong, as well as the routes between Guangzhou Pazhou, Shunde and Hong Kong International Airport, and actively prepare for the resumption of cross-border passenger routes.Thirdly, the Group will actively develop the water cultural tourism industry. The Group will focus on the project of the "Oriental Pearl" Victoria Harbour tour and will promote the brand building and raise awareness of "Oriental Pearl" to create a platform for water cultural tourism and commercial events in Hong Kong. In the second half of the year, "Oriental Pearl" will realise berth-and-operate in Central Ferry Pier No.8, strengthen exploration of the market potential in urban Hong Kong Island, strengthen the promotion of both online and offline agents, and actively plan for festival-theme events as well as commercial boat charter events.Fourthly, the Group will fully explore the potential of the fuel supply business. The Group will take advantage of Hong Kong scarce local refueling buoy facilities, strengthen cooperation with oil companies, and actively bid for over-the-water fuel supply projects in Hong Kong.Fifthly, the Group will accelerate the implementation of investment projects in countries along the "Belt and Road" initiatives. The Group will accelerate the establishment of logistics business outlets in the ASEAN region, acquisition of investment projects with synergistic value, establish overseas bases, and actively develop markets along the "Belt and Road" initiatives.About Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (Group) Company LimitedChu Kong Shipping is a listed company incorporated in Hong Kong held by Chu Kong Shipping Enterprises (Holdings) Company Limited and subject to Guangdong Provincial Port & Shipping Group Company Limited. Chu Kong Shipping operates and manages the largest high-speed passenger fleet and network of waterway passenger transport in Guangdong, Hong Kong Macau which is based in Hong Kong and covered the Pearl River Delta ("PRD") and Macau including more than 10 cities such as Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shunde, Zhongshan, Zhuhai, Dongguan, Jiangmen, Macau and so on. Since the acquisition of Sun Ferry Services Company Limited in May 2020, CKSG has entered the local ferry market in Hong Kong, providing services on five main inner harbour and outlying island ferry routes. Chu Kong Shipping is also one of the largest operators of inland terminal and logistics service in the PRD. Based in Hong Kong, Chu Kong Shipping builds up a network covering more than 20 cities in the PRD, including Zhaoqing, Qingyuan, Foshan, Guangzhou and Jiangmen etc., providing the operation of inland cargo terminals, integrated logistics, international forwarding and solutions to logistic supply chain and so on.For more information, please visit: https://www.cksd.com/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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光大环境以创新促转型 领航「双碳」时代

2022-08-25
HONG KONG, Aug 25, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 亚洲环保领军企业光大环境（257.HK）日前公布了今年上半年业绩，显示公司在挑战重重的经营环境中，仍然着力于加大科技创新投入，持续提升技术创新能力，强化科技成果转化及运用，彰显以“创新引领发展”的企业理念。专利奖项荣誉不断2022年上半年，公司在授权专利和科研奖项方面取得丰硕成果，共获授权专利175项（包括实用型专利132项、发明专利18项、软件著作专利13项、外观专利12项），截至2022年6月30日，公司累计获得授权专利1,495项，是全球在垃圾焚烧发电领域获得专利最多的企业。上半年，公司的垃圾渗滤液精馏脱氮及氨氮资源化协同减碳技术通过科技成果鉴定，达国际先进水平。公司旗下中国光大水务有限公司参与的科研课题分别荣获2021年度环境保护科学技术奖一等奖以及2021年度江苏省科学技术奖一等奖。创新体系持续完善上半年，光大环境绿色科创板块继续基于香港、深圳、南京、青岛的「一院四城」研发体系，全力打造面向全球的绿色技术创新平台及技术转化平台，为集团战略转型、结构优化、新兴业务培育加速赋能。公司还成立了前沿技术研究中心，探索清洁能源替代、非化石原料替代、废弃物高值化、碳捕集利用等前沿技术方向，积极助公司的绿色低碳转型。上半年，光大青岛理工环境技术研究院取得中国合格评定国家认可委员会（CNAS）认证，跻身国家认可实验室行列。应用转化持续发力 上半年，公司绿色科创板块聚焦「面向传统业务、面向新业务、面向未来发展」三个方向推进研发工作，相关课题涵盖垃圾发电厂节能增效技术、渗滤液深度处理系统、智能物联网核心技术、卫星遥感碳监测技术、废塑料热解技术、生物质高效热解气化技术、小型化垃圾焚烧技术及设备等，为公司业务发展蓄势赋能，提供技术支持。装备制造板块则聚焦推动技术应用转化工作，开展多项设备、技术及工艺研发课题，其中，位于浙江的环保项目应用了国产选择性催化还原(SCR) 脱硝技术，使用情况良好；位于四川的环保项目完成医疗废弃物焚烧技术的主体设备安装；位于安徽、江苏、四川等地的环保项目采用了高热值水冷炉排炉系统，并逐步推进设备安装及调试等阶段。近日迎来喜讯，光大环保技术装备（常州）有限公司成功入选国家级专精特新小巨人企业名单。此外，光大照明板块的智慧园区管理平台融入「双碳」管理等功能，并已在光大照明智慧产业园试运行；智慧灯杆管理平台及管理系统已在多个项目推广应用；具有自主知识产权的智慧网关、单灯控制器、集中控制器及预制设备舱已投入生产并在多个项目中投入使用；学习台灯及教室灯已新增更多功能模块及产品种类，并在项目中投入使用。「双碳」布局深入推进光大环境以国家的「双碳」目标为指引，顺势而为，在「减污降碳」、「协同增效」方面着力探索，服务国家生态文明建设，实现绿色发展转型。上半年，公司持续优化公司碳核算模型，完成了国家生态环境部6 个碳监测试点项目，并积极依托旗下环保项目开发碳资产及碳资产管理信息平台，取得阶段性成果。「零碳」工厂建设方面，光大环境进一步优化厂房屋顶光伏设施，将「厂内光伏」试点项目的范围扩大至旗下更多项目，研究垃圾焚烧发电设施产生的「低碳蒸汽」热能利用，进一步增加绿色能源在各项目的总能耗占比，加强节能减排效果。光大环境亦与南方科技大学合作，成功生产及研制百公斤级固态胺碳捕集材料，推进了研发「碳捕集」的相关技术。光大环境深耕环保领域已近20年，创新一直是公司发展核心推动力。在「双碳」目标带动的新一轮行业机遇面前，光大环境拥有强大的创新基因、完善的创新体系和经过验证的科技创新能力，为实现绿色转型和高质量发展积蓄了强劲源动力。作为龙头企业，公司坚定不移走自主科技创新道路，也为行业树立了良好典范。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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重磅 深睿医疗6大创新任务荣登工信部、药监局揭榜名单 ACN Newswire

重磅 深睿医疗6大创新任务荣登工信部、药监局揭榜名单

2022-08-24
HONG KONG, Aug 24, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 近日，工业和信息化部和国家药品监督管理局公示了人工智能医疗器械创新任务揭榜入围单位名单。深睿医疗共收获2个“揭榜单位”和4个“潜力单位”的荣誉。深睿医疗共有6个牵头或参与的项目上榜，主要聚焦在智能辅助诊断产品、医学人工智能数据库、临床试验平台、真实世界数据应用等多个方向。上榜项目之多，研究跨度之广，在医疗人工智能企业中实属罕见。Dr.Wise(R)颅内动脉瘤AI医学辅助诊断系统由工信部、药监局两部门发起的人工智能医疗器械创新任务揭榜工作，遴选了一批具备较强创新能力的单位，集中攻关，推动人工智能医疗器械的创新发展。其中，入围单位分为“揭榜单位”和“潜力单位”两类。原则上，“揭榜单位”为创新任务攻关主体，“潜力单位”可自愿继续实施揭榜任务。01揭榜单位方向：智能辅助诊断产品动脉瘤CT造影影像辅助检测软件深睿医疗本次上榜的动脉瘤CT造影影像辅助检测软件项目，在智能辅助诊断产品的揭榜单位中位列前茅，这是该项目在一周之内收获的第三个重磅奖项。该产品由深睿医疗牵头，联合中国人民解放军东部战区总医院等国内知名医疗机构共同开发。通过“AI+医学影像”辅助模式，应对颅内动脉瘤引发的重大的公共卫生问题。深睿医疗的动脉瘤CT造影影像辅助检测软件是集合颅内血管3D后处理、颅内动脉瘤检出与辅助分析的一站式动脉瘤检出AI解决方案。该产品目前已获准进入NMPA创新医疗器械审核通道。相关研究成果得到国家自然科学基金项目资助，并在Nature Communications（IF: 14.919）发表，是罕见的人工智能颅内动脉瘤检测多中心验证的研究成果。方向：医学人工智能数据库面向呼吸疾病的医学人工智能数据库本项目由四川大学华西医院牵头，联合四川大学、深睿医疗等共同组建的“产学研用医”攻关团队共同开发。该数据库适用于支撑呼吸疾病AI产品的训练和验证，同时建立符合呼吸疾病AI产品的数据库标准及数据安全保护等标准规范。02潜力单位方向：智能辅助诊断产品肺癌多模态数据融合辅助诊断软件该项目由成都华西精准医学产业创新中心有限公司牵头，联合四川大学、深睿医疗共同研发，其临床价值在于破解早期肺癌漏诊；减少早期肺癌误诊；指导肺癌早期精准治疗。方向：人工智能医疗器械临床试验平台微创医学人工智能医疗器械临床试验平台该项目由浙江大学医学院附属邵逸夫医院牵头，联合浙江大学、深睿医疗等共同实施，预计将为微创/无创的人工智能辅助诊断设备、人工智能辅助术前规划设备、人工智能手术机器人和手术导航设备提供支撑服务。心脑血管影像人工智能临床试验平台该项目由中国人民解放军东部战区总医院牵头，联合北京安贞医院、深睿医疗等共同攻关，旨在推进中国人工智能心脑血管影像临床研究的规范化、标准化，促进心血管病早期发现和人群筛查，全面提高影像诊断效能和同质性，为我国人工智能临床应用提供循证依据。方向：人工智能医疗器械真实世界数据应用平台疑难复杂心血管病介入诊疗真实世界数据应用平台该项目由武汉大学人民医院牵头，深睿医疗等企业共同参与，围绕心血管病介入诊疗相关疾病的数据特点建立数据处理技术体系建设，以应用促数据资源建设，为AI医疗器械提供更高质量数据与数据采集标准。“揭榜”就是政府针对迫切需要的关键核心技术进行开发，发挥好宏观调控作用，把需要的关键核心技术项目张出榜来，汇聚、利用各方智慧和力量，将科技资源优化整合，从而实现创新价值最大化。近几年基于人工智能技术的创新应用已经深度融入医疗传统工作流程中，为医疗行业升级转型提供了关键思路。深睿医疗是医疗人工智能领域的佼佼者，产品遍布全国30多个省市，为数千家医疗机构提供AI辅助诊断、智能筛查、临床决策、患者服务、医疗大数据治理、科学研究、医生培训、能力建设等全链路的人工智能服务。公司牵头或参与了7个科技部重大专项，9个国家自然科学基金项目，30多个省地级科研项目，拥有700多个专利及软著，累计影响因子超1200。强大的科研和产品研发实力使深睿医疗成为国内罕见的同时拥有5张NMPA三类证的医疗人工智能公司。在这次发布的揭榜名单中，深睿医疗6个上榜项目的绝对优势是公司综合实力的完美呈现。深睿医疗致力于运用人工智能技术，坚持自主创新，从临床需求出发，切入更多医疗场景中，填补行业空白，在关键技术上实现中国“智”造，精准发力，助力 “健康中国2030”。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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CENTRESTAGE set to open in September ACN Newswire

CENTRESTAGE set to open in September

2022-08-23
HONG KONG, Aug 23, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by Create Hong Kong* (CreateHK) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), CENTRESTAGE returns to the spotlight from 9 to 11 September. The three-day event will open to fashion buyers and also the general public, featuring a number of in-person as well as virtual exhibitions with visitors able to immerse themselves in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) interactive experiences.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said the three-day CENTRESTAGE will showcase the latest fashion collections of more than 230 brands from 15 countries and regions.Celebrity artistes Jeannie Chan and Adam Pak wore outfits by DEMO at today's CENTRESTAGE press conference.The CENTRESTAGE ELITES will feature Hong Kong label DEMO (2nd from L, 2nd from R) and Japanese brand Children of the discordance (L, R) presenting their 2023 spring/summer collections.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said: "In recent years, innovative ideas have been integrated into the designs, materials, manufacturing, sales and customer experience of the fashion industry, with the advent of new technologies creating even more possibilities. This year's CENTRESTAGE will have "Inclusion and Diversity" as its central theme, with an emphasis on authentic self-expression, projecting a common goal of enabling everyone to express their bold imagination through beauty and aesthetics. The three-day event will feature 20 fashion shows and showcase the latest collections of more than 230 brands from 15 countries and regions. A series of digital experiences have been added in 2022, amplifying the enjoyment of this iconic event."Various designers and brands launch latest collectionsCENTRESTAGE ELITES is the spotlight opening gala show, featuring Hong Kong and Japanese brands DEMO and Children of the discordance - both chosen by Fashion Asia Hong Kong as among the 10 Asian Designers to Watch in 2020. Derek Chan will launch the latest 2023 spring/summer collection of his gender-neutral fashion label DEMO together with co-founder Mite Chan. At the same time, Japanese designer Hideaki Shikama, founder of young fashion label Children of the discordance will be showcasing his collection in Hong Kong for the first time. The show will be livestreamed through the CENTRESTAGE fair website and social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram).The Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show will feature six Hong Kong brands presenting their 2023 spring/summer collections. Participating labels include 112 mountainyam, which uses vivid colours to express confidence; ANGUS TSUI, which highlights sci-fi elements in its designs; BLIND by JW, which merges fashion with art tech; Bettie Haute Couture, which has a focus on bespoke women's clothing; SUN=SEN, which emphasises playfulness in its designs; and V VISSI, which works on promoting social inclusion through fashion design. Sustainability is an important issue to the fashion industry, and this year the designers will debut collections that use sustainable materials. Local enterprise Novetex Textiles Limited has been invited to work with the designers, each of whom will use upcycled fibres from The Billie System to create distinctive designs. In addition, visitors are encouraged to donate their old 100% cotton T-shirts or polo shirts through the Fashion Hong Kong booth, with the first 100 donors getting a limited-edition souvenir made with upcycled materials. A series of "Brand Collection Shows" and "Designer Collection Shows" will be launched over the three days of the event. The former will feature a number of renowned Hong Kong fashion brands while the latter will showcase the best works from different fashion designers. In addition, this year's CENTRESTAGE is honoured to welcome the participation of Fashion Farm Foundation (FFF), which works to promote Hong Kong fashion design. Sponsored by CreateHK, "FFF - Fashion Forward GBA" is an event staged in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR on the first day of the show, with participating designers including local brands YMDH and Charlotte Ng Studio. The "Hong Kong Kids Fashion Show", which is always eagerly anticipated by fashion-loving parents, will be held on 11 September.CENTRESTAGE helps to nurture local design talentsThis year's event continues to put the focus on up-and-coming local design talents. The seven Hong Kong designer brands that will present in the FASHIONALLY Collection #19 fashion show on day one (9 September) are ARTO., CAR|2IE, FromClothingof, KEVIN HO, Lapeewee, REDEMPTIVE and WHY. In total, three FASHIONALLY Presentation shows will be held on 9 and 10 September with three emerging local fashion labels launching their latest collections, namely Wilsonkaki and new participants Kowloon City Boy and Vo-yage.Another highlight of this year's CENTRESTAGE will be the final of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2022 (YDC) on 11 September. The annual YDC has been introducing new faces to the industry every year since 1977. The star-studded judging panel in 2022 includes fashion industry leader, buyers, editors and stylists, with CENTRESTAGE ELITES participating Japanese designer Hideaki Shikama invited as the overseas VIP judge. The 10 shortlisted competitors will compete for four honours, namely Overall Champion, the Excellence Award, the Best Visual Presentation Award and the "My Favourite Collection Award". For the latter, members of the public can vote for their favourite collection online and stand the chance to win one of seven HK$2,000 Lee Gardens Area e-gift coupons sponsored by Hysan Development.Public can venture into the metaverse with new digital experiencesThis year's CENTRESTAGE offers a trip to the metaverse with numerous phygital experiences to enhance visitors' enjoyment. A number of different interactive experiences will be featured at the fairground, such as the CENTREVERSE, jointly developed by Microsoft AltspaceVR and Mirum, where visitors can create their own fashion avatar and interact with others in a virtual world, and even use AR tools to get dressed up. Various seminars will be organised during the show, looking into topics such as how artificial intelligence is being applied in the fashion industry, the development of the metaverse, sustainability in fashion and trend forecasts.CENTRESTAGE will be held alongside the Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TE, meaning visitors can shop for fashion apparel and quality watches from around the world under one roof. A lucky draw for the special "CENTRESTAGE X Watch & Clock" will be held over the weekend (10-11 September).Websites- CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hk- CENETRESTAGE pre-registration link: https://bit.ly/3QNzd7M- Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com- CENTRESTAGE in Town: https://centrestage.hktdc.com/ex/centrestageintown/en- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3PKPFVzAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedInMedia enquiriesPlease contact the RaconteurMolisa Lau, Tel: +852 6187 7786, email: molisalau@raconteur.hkBetsy Tse, Tel: +852 9742 7338, email: betsytse@raconteur.hkHKTDC's Communication & Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4537, email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgAgnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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顺丰同城H股全流通申请获中国证监会正式批准 业内：有利于改善流动性和成交量

2022-08-19
HONG KONG, Aug 19, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 顺丰同城(09699.HK)再度传来利好消息。近日，公司宣布收到中国证监会关于转换及上市的正式批准，同意公司将合共不超过78,947,684股境内未上市股份转换为本公司H股并在联交所上市的申请，该批准自2022年8月15日起计12个月内有效。截至公告发布，顺丰同城境内未上市股份转换及上市的实施计划详情尚未最终确定。对于港股公司而言，申请H股全流通是提升公司的流通盘规模，带动公司股份流动性，改善换手率的方式之一。我们看到，很多港股公司都在积极申请全流通，以促使公司不同股东的权利真正地一致，改善公司治理结构、为公司进行股权激励等强化股东回报的措施奠定基础，进一步优化公司在资本市场的表现，亦加强投资人对公司投资价值的关注。顺丰同城于2021年底在港交所上市，凭借独立第三方定位和四大场景全覆盖的独特优势，已成为新消费即时配送第一品牌，市占率稳居第三方即时配送行业首位。2022上半年受疫情影响，线上消费和即时配送需求被深度激发，大流量平台纷纷开拓本地生活业务，资本投入增大，行业基本面、政策面向好。流量平台对配送闭环的需求，使得第三方即时配送平台有较好的长期发展前景。同时，顺丰同城针对不同行业/场景打造定制化物流解决方案，比如春节期间年夜饭配送、“同城快修”手机维修服务，以及联合顺丰速运推出的茅台冰淇淋、预制菜、核酸检测试剂配送等综合配送解决方案，大大拓展了新业务场景。根据艾瑞2022年发布《同城即配平台C端用户洞察研究报告》显示，顺丰同城凭借前沿科技、融合服务场景、及精细化运营，在用户调研中分别获得了美誉度、满意度、推荐度三项第一，品牌健康度领先业内其他品牌，C端市场认知度及市场份额持续扩大。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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7th Belt and Road Summit opens this month in hybrid format JCN Newswire

7th Belt and Road Summit opens this month in hybrid format

2022-08-18
HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the seventh Belt and Road Summit will take place on 31 August and 1 September (Wednesday and Thursday). Activities on the first day will be held both physically and online at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre while the second day will be entirely online. As part of celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, this year's Belt and Road Summit will run under the theme "Heralding a New Chapter: Collaborate and Innovate".The seventh Belt and Road Summit will be held on 31 August and 1 September (Wednesday and Thursday) in a hybrid format. The picture shows the physical forum of the Belt and Road Summit in 2019.The latest summit will see government and business leaders from around the globe gather to explore how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) can be leveraged through the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) development and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) to forge multilateral collaboration, drive post-pandemic economic recovery and boost investment and business opportunities, while highlighting the unique advantages of Hong Kong and facilitating investment and business cooperation in different arenas.Multilateral collaboration to drive synergiesThis year's summit will be held in a hybrid format, providing a platform for businesses around the world to share their insights and explore collaboration opportunities. Business representatives from across the globe can participate virtually at the same time and continue to identify business opportunities even if they are not able to join the event in person, while those at the venue can enjoy a lively and interactive exchange with speakers. The summit will feature various sessions and events, including the Opening Session, the Policy Dialogue, Business Plenaries, Thematic Breakout Sessions and Project Pitching Sessions. For the first time, the event will feature the Global Business Connectivity Forum to highlight how the summit can contribute to multilateral collaboration, and achieve synergies by strengthening connections between projects and corporates.The event will bring together some 80 government officials and business elites from Belt and Road countries and regions, as well as project owners and operators, investors and service providers from all over the world, to explore BRI opportunities. In addition to learning about investment opportunities in different Belt and Road regions and sectors through inspiring sharing by renowned speakers, participants will also be able to discover potential projects and connect with potential partners for investment and collaboration.Government and business leaders gather to discuss future cooperationHKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam and HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee will host the Opening Session, which will feature an online keynote address by World Trade Organization Deputy Director-General Zhang Xiangchen.Titled "Driving Growth through Partnership and Collaboration", the Policy Dialogue Session, chaired by HKSAR Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau, will analyse how economies under the BRI can strengthen cooperation and boost economic growth through infrastructure development and trade in the post-pandemic era. Panellists include government officials from Belt and Road countries and regions.Two Business Plenaries will take place on the first day, namely "Collaborate for a Bright New Era" in the morning and "Capturing Synergies between Belt and Road and Greater Bay Area" in the afternoon. The morning session will open with special remarks by HKSAR Financial Secretary Paul Chan. Chair of Hang Lung Properties Limited Ronnie Chan will host the session and other speakers include Rod Eddington, Chairman of Infrastructure Partnerships Australia, Chairman of JP Morgan's Asia Pacific Advisory Council, and Non-Executive Chairman of Lion; John Key, the 38th Prime Minister of New Zealand; Liu Liange, Chairman of the Bank of China; Aswin Techajareonvikul, Chief Executive Officer and President of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited; and YK Pang, Deputy Managing Director & Chairman of Hong Kong, Jardine Matheson Holdings Limited. The session will examine how the RCEP will inject new impetus into the region and how Belt and Road countries can strengthen connections in order to capitalise on new opportunities."Capturing Synergies between Belt and Road and Greater Bay Area", hosted by the Permanent Honorary President of the Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, David YK Wong, will be held in the afternoon of the first day. Among the guest speakers are Ding Yanzhang, Chairman of the Power Construction Corporation of China; Rex Auyeung, Chairman of the MTR Corporation Limited; KC Chan, Chairman of WeLab Bank; Huang Zhaohui, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman of the Management Committee, Executive Director of the Board of China International Capital Corporation Limited; and Michael Kwok, Chairman of East Asia Region of Arup Group. They will discuss how the BRI can bring opportunities for the GBA and how enterprises should capitalise on their strengths to get a head start in the fast-changing business world.Spanning different countries and regions, the BRI creates new room for the development of various professional sectors. Catering the needs of these sectors, the summit, in conjunction with a number of organisations including the Department of Justice, Hong Kong Monetary Authority Infrastructure Financing Facilitation Office, Insurance Authority, Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited , China International Contractors Association, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Ltd, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Standard Chartered Bank and Dun & Bradstreet, will hold several Thematic Breakout Sessions. They will cover a wide range of topics such as international dispute resolution, insurance service, infrastructure development in the GBA, digitalisation, green finance, fundraising and financing, digital technology, global connectivity, cross-border trade opportunities, as well as start-up and youth development.Online project pitching and business matchingThe 2021 summit brought together more than 260 investment projects from the Belt and Road, spanning 42 countries and regions. It also facilitated more than 770 one-to-one project-matching sessions for project owners, investors and professional service providers. In view of the previous success, the HKTDC will extend the hybrid project and business matching sessions this year from two to seven days (31 August to 6 September). New features will also be introduced, such as a video display at the summit to increase project exposure and provide investors and professional service companies with a better understanding of project details.The matching sessions include one-to-one business matching meetings and project pitching sessions. Business matching meetings will connect participants based on their investment preferences and business expertise to facilitate one-to-one discussions on collaboration opportunities. More than 260 investment projects are expected this year. Project pitching sessions will provide a platform for project owners from different countries to present their projects, giving investors and service intermediaries a comprehensive understanding of the investment opportunities in different sectors. Pitching sessions will focus on four main areas: (1) energy, natural resources and public utilities, (2) innovation and technology, (3) urban development, and (4) transport and logistics infrastructure.The summit will also feature online and offline exhibitions. Gathering more than 60 exhibitors, the exhibitions will be divided into the "Global Investment Zone", "Hong Kong Zone" and "GBA Tech Zone". The "Global Investment Zone" will showcase large-scale investment projects and opportunities from different countries to attract international investors and partners; the "Hong Kong Zone" will demonstrate the excellent services and business advantages offered by the city's enterprises; while the "GBA Tech Zone" will feature high-end innovative technologies, artificial intelligence, digital technologies and solutions offered by exhibitors from the region.China International Capital Corporation Ltd serves as the Strategic Partner of the seventh Belt and Road Summit; Bank of China (Hong Kong) Ltd as the Regional Banking Partner; and China Mobile International Limited and China Unicom Global Limited as Platinum Sponsors.The seventh Belt and Road Summit- Date: 31 August 2022 (Wednesday) Hybrid; 1 September 2022 (Thursday) Online- Venue: Hall 5FG, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre- Remarks: All video and audio recordings of the summit are for media purposes only- Media registration: Please email ayiu@yuantung.com.hk or tleung@yuantung.com.hk for registration.Websites:- Belt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en- Programme: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/programme- Speaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/speakerMembers of the media wishing to interview speakers can email interview requests to ayiu@yuantung.com.hk or tleung@yuantung.com.hk on or before 26 August 2022.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3dHdikJAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.Media enquiriesPlease contact HKTCD's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes Yiu, Tel: +852 3428 5690, Email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkTiffany Leung, Tel: +852 3428 2361, Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkWong Hing-fung, Tel: +852 3428 3122, Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hk Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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免税第一股中国中免获机构追捧已超购 政策利好备受瞩目 ACN Newswire

免税第一股中国中免获机构追捧已超购 政策利好备受瞩目

2022-08-17
HONG KONG, Aug 17, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 免税行业龙头股中国中免（股份代号：1880）于2022年8月15日公开招股，招股期至18日，每股介乎143.50港元至165.50港元，每手100股，入场费约16716.8港元，集资最多170.1亿港元，为目前本港今年最大IPO。公司不仅引入9家基石投资者长线支持，传闻首日国际配售开簿一小时即获足额认购，目前获高倍数认购，如此实属罕见，据闻国际顶级长线投资机构及中资意见领袖机构均积极下单，看好其长线投资价值。中金公司、瑞银集团为中国中免联席保荐人，并获基石投资者认购约62.38亿元股份。此次募集资金主要用于巩固内地渠道、拓展海外渠道，以及进行市场推广，并改善供应链效率、升级信息技术系统。中国作为全球重要的旅游零售商品市场，2021年市场规模达人民币808亿，其中，免税商品的销售已成为中国旅游零售市场日益重要的一环，于2021年占中国旅游零售市场的59.5%，预期2026年将达至73.8%。2021年，中国中免蝉联全球旅游零售行业市场榜首，占全球份额24.6%，力证龙头地位。目前中国中免是内地唯一覆盖全免税销售的零售运营商，拥有先天稀缺对标性，核心利润能力领跑市场。收入由2019年约人民币480.13亿元增长至2021年约人民币676.76亿元，复合年增长率达到18.7%。2019年至2021年间，中国中免的年净利润从约人民币54.71亿元增长至约人民币124.41亿元，复合年增长率达到50.8%。2020年，政府部门进一步提高离岛免税额度，计划将海南省建设为自由贸易港及国际旅游消费中心。中国中免在海南离岛免税市场占有超90%份额，拥有三亚国际免税城和海口在建的最大旅游零售综合体，市场前景广阔。在海南免税商品强劲需求以及政策红利带动下，中国中免海南离岛店的收入由2019年的人民币132.5亿元增加至2021年的人民币470.6亿元，增幅达255.1%。加之海南自贸港建设方案的提出，对港内实质经营性企业实行税收优惠，中国中免旗下的6家公司可以享受15%的优惠税率，将持续优化公司净利表现。得益于消费回流趋势以及免税政策显著扩容升级，红利加速释放，免税行业进入全新发展阶段。中国中免赴港上市是其实现国际化和确保稳定发展的重要举措。港股上市能为公司搭建国际资本运作平台，加速融入国际资本市场，获得全球化的渠道及产业链资源，加强其核心业务，巩固国内渠道，拓展海外渠道，充分利用优质销售渠道和市场资源的优势，升级现有供应链和上游采购体系，进一步强化包括运营管理、采购、物流配送、信息管理及数字化、市场营销等核心能力建设。未来，中国中免以发展自身优势稳固免税龙头地位，抓住市场行业变化趋势，提升全球市场竞争力，创造投资价值最大化。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Ching Lee Holdings (3728.HK) earns HK$1.54 billion of total contract values ACN Newswire

Ching Lee Holdings (3728.HK) earns HK$1.54 billion of total contract values

2022-08-17
HONG KONG, Aug 17, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Ching Lee Holdings Limited ("Ching Lee" or "The Group"(1), stock code 3728.HK) signed about ten contracts for construction projects with various property developers at the end of June this year. The accumulated unfinished contract values of approximately HK$1.54 billion marked a historic record of doubling from year on year and compared to the general period before the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2018, it was a 50% increase. These are unprecedented results in history.Thanks to the confidence of major Hong Kong property developers in the properties industry and their support of the Group, Ching Lee has been awarded several high-quality superstructure construction projects, covering traditional luxury residential areas such as Prince Edward Road West in Ho Man Tin, the Happy Valley district, the Central district and the mid-levels of Hong Kong Island, etc. Highlights of the reconstruction include developing a 25-storey boutique-style building for 69 residential units, as well as participating in the renovation of the hotel and rebuilding it into a residence for rental purposes. In addition, the Group has added superstructure, substructure, and RMAA(2) projects in Soy Street in Mongkok, Ma Tau Wai Road in Hunghom, Cheung Sha Wan Road, and To Kwa Wan in response to the Hong Kong Government's Urban Renewal Plan.Since the outbreak of COVID-19 for more than two years, all walks of business have been struggling. The operation of the construction industry has been adversely affected by the problems of delaying transportation and the price rise of raw materials. Despite the difficulties, Ching Lee did not retreat, but also swam upstream and achieved a great year. In recent years, Ching Lee has seized opportunities to invest in property markets including the success of the investment in the AVA228 residential project of Sham Shui Po in 2018 and the acquisition of the commercial and residential project in To Kwa Wan this year with invested capital of HK$24 million, accounting for 20% of the total investment. Ching Lee has gradually and successfully transitioned from being a contractor to a developer through its experience and expertise in the construction industry.Commented by the Group Chairman Mr. Ng Choi Wah who is a developer and a contractor, "I am confident to be able to run the whole process in the property industry from construction to sales." Mr. Ng also expressed optimism about the overall market demand and the current business situation. He also expected the operation to continue performing well in the coming year.Media enquiries: New Smile Limited Strategic IR & PR ConsultancyTel: +852 2126 7076Jenny Lai jenny.lai@newsmilehk.comJenny Cheung jenny.cheung@newsmilehk.comRichard Wong richard.wong@newsmilehk.comNotes to editors: (1). Ching Lee Holdings Limited ("Ching Lee" or "The Group")Ching Lee Holdings Limited, a limited liability company incorporated under the laws of the Cayman Islands, is a contractor in Hong Kong with over 23 years of experience in public and private sectors. The principal activities of Ching Lee Holdings and its subsidiaries are the provision of construction and consultancy works and project management services in Hong Kong, engaged in providing substructure building works services, superstructure building works services, and repair, maintenance, alteration and addition (RMAA) works services. Ching Lee Holdings Limited was transferred from GEM board to the main board in HKEx on 18 September, 2017 with stock code 3728.hk. Company website: http://www.chingleeholdings.com(2). RMAARMAA services work for existing structures. The scope of RMAA works consists of improvement, fitting-out works, renovation works, restoration works and external works. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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HKTDC and Huatai International launch strategic partnership ACN Newswire

HKTDC and Huatai International launch strategic partnership

2022-08-16
HONG KONG, Aug 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council ("HKTDC") and Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited ("Huatai") have unveiled a new one year strategic partnership to jointly promote the Dual Circulation Strategy laid down in China's 14th Five-Year Plan. The two parties aim to achieve three key objectives: 1) Complement the strategy by helping Mainland China enterprises go global, while attracting foreign investment into the domestic market, such as Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), thereby achieving a triple-win outcome for the project owners, investors and the Hong Kong service providers and advisers; 2) Reinforce and promote Hong Kong as an effective platform for mainland enterprises to invest overseas; and 3) Create strong synergy through the integration of the two parties' business platforms and investor and resource networks.Dr Patrick Lau (L), HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, and Levin Wang (R), CEO of Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited, unveiled the new strategic partnership between the HKTDC and Huatai.Dr Patrick Lau, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, said: "Hong Kong is not only a trading hub, but also an international investment hub. Our success in deal-making showcases the best of Hong Kong's ecosystem by providing all-round professional and finance services to Mainland China and the Asia region, facilitating part of the country's objectives of the Dual Circulation Strategy. Huatai Securities is one of the top securities houses in Mainland China, with Huatai International being its international business platform with financial expertise and capable teams in corporate finance. Therefore, it will be an ideal partner for HKTDC to achieve our objectives. I believe Hong Kong's dealmaker role is one way to make better use of Hong Kong's advantages to help not only mainland enterprises, but also create opportunities for Hong Kong and international firms, investors and project owners under today's complex international environment."Levin Wang, CEO of Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited, said: "As a statutory body of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government with a global network, the HKTDC is an important conduit for Hong Kong's services industry to demonstrate its strengths and capabilities to the world. Huatai International is an important platform of Huatai Securities to develop overseas business. As a leading securities house with advantages in fintech, we provide high-quality, innovative and competitive financial products and services to our global clients. We are delighted to join hands with the HKTDC to demonstrate the strength of Chinese financial institutions in the international capital market, with the help of the HKTDC's wide networks, and contribute to consolidating Hong Kong's status as a financial centre."To help enterprises seize opportunities in the GBA, which is a strategic national development initiative, the HKTDC is preparing to host the SmartHK event to promote Hong Kong's services sectors to mainland enterprises in Guangzhou, with Huatai as the Greater Bay Area business matching and investment partner. A senior representative from Huatai will join other star speakers to examine the collaboration opportunities and challenges awaiting Hong Kong and other GBA cities in the areas of finance, transportation, trade, aviation and innovation and technology (I&T).In addition to seminars, SmartHK will feature a service consulting area to provide business-matching services for Hong Kong's professional service providers, research institutions and start-ups. The area will help them connect with mainland enterprises in the GBA to promote Hong Kong's financial, I&T and creative servicesand products. Huatai will set up a booth at SmartHK to foster stronger ties with participating mainland enterprises and provide pragmatic advice and diversified solutions for investment sourcing, financing arrangements, asset and risk management and other business requirements. Additionally, Huatai will help companies leverage different financial strategies to allocate assets or raise capital in order to expand their presence in the GBA and other domestic and overseas markets.In the past five years, Huatai's total assets and revenue expanded 10-fold and nearly 30-fold respectively, while its number of staff doubled, making it the fastest-growing Chinese securities firm in recent years. As fintech expands into more application scenarios, Huatai has adhered to the group company's technology empowerment strategy and launched a one-stop global wealth management platform - the Zhangle Global app. Drawing on advanced technology, the app combines a brokerage service with wealth management and uses open architecture to empower local small and medium-sized securities firms, making Huatai a leader in fintech development in Hong Kong.Huatai will also participate in HKTDC-organised business matching activities that are organised periodically in the mainland for the benefit of Hong Kong's services industry. These activities include financial services or cross-border investment missions, fundraising roundtables and "Hong Kong Team" missions. The aim is to provide practical advice and support to facilitate mainland enterprises' internationalisation, fundraising and business-expansion needs.To date, Huatai has been invited by the HKTDC to join year-round deal-making and networking events, where Huatai explains to mainland enterprises the strengths of Hong Kong's financial services, including its comprehensive range of financial products, deep pool of financial talent, free capital markets and simple tax system. This enables mainland enterprises to better understand the benefits of using Hong Kong as a springboard for going global, including reducing overall costs, improving operational efficiency, capturing business opportunities in the international market and consolidating Hong Kong's position as an ideal fundraising platform for mainland enterprises under the 14th Five-Year Plan.Among these events, the Hong Kong-Hubei Virtual Fundraising Roundtable, organised by the HKTDC, successfully organised 60 one-to-one business matching sessions between 25 mainland enterprises and 10 Hong Kong professional services providers. During the event, the HKTDC connected Huatai with mainland companies with fundraising needs from various sectors, including biotech, healthcare, new media, consumer staples and more. Huatai also held online matching meetings with several mainland enterprises and reached preliminary intent to cooperate.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3JUeeOFAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.About Huatai InternationalHuatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited ("Huatai International") is a wholly owned subsidiary and overseas business platform of Huatai Securities Co., Limited (601688.SH and 6886.HK) (the "Group" or the "the parent company" or "HTSC"). Huatai International operates its Hong Kong business via its wholly owned subsidiary Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited ("Huatai Financial")which holds the SFC licence to carry out type 1, 2, 4, 6 and 9 regulated activities. It also carries out the US wealth management business via AssetMark and the US investment banking business via Huatai Securities (USA). Because of its strong capital base, excellent business operations, and mature risk management, the Standard & Poor's credit rating of BBB+ for long-term issuer and A-2 for short-term issuer were assigned to Huatai International[1], which shows the group's well-recognized international business development by the international market.[1] November 2021: https://tinyurl.com/mstuvk9Media enquiriesHong Kong Trade Development CouncilJanet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.orgHuatai International Financial Holdings Company LimitedSidney Leng, Tel: +852 3161 3541, Email: sidneyleng@htsc.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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本港今年最大IPO 中国中免（1880.HK）国际配售足额 ACN Newswire

本港今年最大IPO 中国中免（1880.HK）国际配售足额

2022-08-16
HONG KONG, Aug 16, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 中国中免（新上市编号：01880，沪：601888）昨起招股，全球发售约1.03亿股，每股定价介乎143.5至165.5港元，最高集资约170亿港元，是今年为止本港最大集资规模的IPO。据悉上周五开簿不到1小时，公司国际配售部分已足额，据有关人士了解，国际及中资意见领袖型机构均积极下单参与，支持公司此次H股发行，目前簿记仅两日传闻已实现高倍数订单覆盖。中国中免每手100股，入场费16716.8元，8月18日截止招股，预计8月25日挂牌上市，联席保荐人为中金公司和瑞银集团。公司是次招股引入9位基石投资者，包括中国国有企业混合所有制改革基金有限公司、AMOREPACIFIC集团、中远海运（香港）有限公司、融实国际控股有限公司、上海机场投资有限公司、泸州老窖股份有限公司、中国国有企业结构调整基金股份有限公司、海南自由贸易港建设投资基金有限公司及Oaktree基金。中国中免是中国免税行业的领军者。自1984年成立以来，公司持续推动中国免税行业的发展，成功于2011年在三亚开设中国第一家离岛店，于2014年在三亚开设中国第一个旅游零售综合体，即三亚国际免税城，成为中国免税行业旅游零售综合体业务模式的先驱。三亚国际免税城已成为海南旅游的一个新地标，也是截至2020年全球单体销售面积最大的旅游零售综合体，拥有超过7万平方米的零售面积，专注免税业务，同时经营有税零售、餐饮、娱乐及休闲等其他业务，为旅客提供多元化的一站式购物及休闲体验。2021年，三亚国际免税城的收入规模为人民币34,811.2百万元，为中国国内购物中心排行第一名。政府近年积极鼓励国内消费，大力推动内需循环，并计划将海南省建设为自由贸易港，海南的运输基础设施迅速发展，加上海南成为游客休闲和购物目的地的吸引力与日俱增，预计未来将持续带动海南旅游零售市场的稳健增长。海南的旅客规模预期将由2019年的83.1百万人次增长至2023年的111.1百万人次，2019年至2023年的复合年增长率为7.5%，并将于2026年进一步增加至163.4百万人次，2023年至2026年的复合年增长率为13.7%。目前，中国中免受益于有利的国内免税政策，已将重点转移至离岛店。公司在海南的离岛店销售由2019年的人民币13,249.6百万元增加126.1%至2020年的人民币29,961.9百万元，并由2020年的人民币29,961.9百万元增加57.1%至2021年的人民币47,057.7百万元。中国中免将继续受惠于有利的免税政策，根据旨在将海南建成自由贸易港（FTP）的有利政府政策，大幅扩展离岛市场，为海南访客带来更全面的商品种类、更完善、健全的基础设施和更丰富的购物体验。总结三亚国际免税城的卓越往绩经验，集中发展海口国际免税城，维持公司在离岛市场的领导地位。免税品的国内销售是境内消费并引导境外消费回流的重要推动力，也是走出国门，为世界各地游客服务，打通经济外循环的重要手段，将在经济发展新格局中扮演愈发重要的角色，面对巨大机遇，中国中免来港上市，凭借自身在零售网络、市场资源、品牌组合和股东支持等方面的优势下，依托“A+H”资本平台，深入广阔的国际市场，吸引境外投资者，将有利于其继续巩固领先的市场地位，进一步启动在旅游零售业务方面的潜能，实现长期可持续增长。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Four HKTDC August fairs and ICMCM close on a High Note ACN Newswire

Four HKTDC August fairs and ICMCM close on a High Note

2022-08-15
HONG KONG, Aug 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The HKTDC Food Expo, HKTDC Home Delights Expo, HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo and HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), have all drawn to a successful close, along with the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM), organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA), together with the HKTDC and eight scientific research institutions. The four public fairs saw participation from more than 1,000 exhibitors and attracted over 430,000 visitors.The Food Expo, Home Delights Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Hong Kong International Tea Fair drew to a close today, attracting more than 430,000 visitors.The Gourmet Zone at the Food Expo showcased the finest international cuisines. Star chefs were invited to perform cooking demonstrations to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.In addition to inviting and organising local buyers pavilions to visit Food Expo Trade Zone and Hong Kong International Tea Fair for businesses, the HKTDC also arranged more than 700 virtual business matching meetings for buyers.Sophia Chong, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, said: "The bustling fairground, despite restrictions such as no sampling for food and drinks, show that people have a strong appetite for shopping. The timing of the second phase of the Consumption Voucher Scheme certainly boosted spending. Meanwhile, our first-ever KOL livestreaming sessions at the fairground further stimulated visitors' enthusiasm, allowing exhibitors to drive their promotions to a wider audience and expand their customer base. We were equally encouraged to see several group pavilions and exhibitors participating in the Trade Zone of the Food Expo and the International Tea Fair through their local representatives to explore business opportunities."90% of exhibitors support consumption voucher payment to encourage spendingThe second phase of the Consumption Voucher Scheme was disbursed just days before the fairs. According to a survey, at the fairs, 90% of interviewed exhibitors accepted at least one form of consumption voucher payment, the convenience of which motivated spending. The HKTDC also interviewed around 980 visitors during the fairs through random sampling. 48% of respondents spent HK$1,000 or more at the fairs, with the average per capita spending reaching HK$1,400. The survey also showed that nearly 75% of visitors made purchases at the fairs using electronic payment methods, while more than 78% of them used consumption vouchers. The strong results demonstrated how the added convenience of e-payment can drive consumption at fairs.Exhibitors' strategic promotions lead to improved sales performanceOriental Products Supplies Ltd has been supporting the Food Expo since the company's founding in 1998. "The Food Expo has always been the perfect place to reach more customers and we have strengthened our brand through the exhibition over the years," said Mok Wa-yan, Director of the company. "This year, we are showing a diversity of food items including fresh jellyfish and partridge. The response has been very strong and we have had to replenish stocks again and again to meet demand. The latest batch of consumption vouchers that were distributed just before the expo also fuelled the public's buying sentiment. Our total sales will exceed HK$1 million this year - a very encouraging result."Another exhibitor, Star Chefs Creation Limited, saw robust sales boosted by KOL livestreaming sessions during the Food Expo, with more than 200 products of spicy duck blood, butterfly crisp, abalone noodles and creamy custard mooncakes sold via the livestreaming platform LOOPLIVE. Betty Chan, General Sales Manager of the company, said the KOL-led livestreaming sessions opened a new promotional channel for the company's products.The concurrent Beauty & Wellness Expo showcased a wide range of beauty and fitness products. Exhibitor Sandi Poon, Business Development Director at Phoelia (Far East) Company Limited, Hong Kong, featured her company's French facial and wellness equipment during the fair and was impressed with the interest shown by visitors. "The expo gave visitors a chance to try our products and see the benefits. Each set of equipment sells for nearly HK$1 million and we had already sold seven sets to two beauty salons and one rehabilitation centre on the first two days of the expo."Local homeware product Sam!ly Group Company Ltd has participated in the Home Delights Expo for many years. With more visitors coming to the event this year, Sales and Marketing Director Lydia Lai said the company expected to see sales revenue exceeding HK$200,000 during the fair.Success of fairs highlights Hong Kong's importance in global tradeNumerous group pavilions participated at this year's Food Expo through local representatives. From Mainland China, the Agricultural Trade Promotion Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and Chongqing Municipality presented local specialities and shared their unique culinary cultures, along with the Aomori Prefecture of Japan, the Japan External Trade Organization and Indonesia. The HKTDC and the Aomori Prefectural Government of Japan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to carry out economic exchange programmes in the future. Besides expanding bilateral trade and investment, the MoU will also strengthen the economic partnership between the two places to create new business opportunities.Largely targeting industry and trade buyers, the Trade Zone of the Food Expo and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair were also open to public ticketholders this year. In addition to inviting and organising local buying missions, the HKTDC also arranged more than 700 virtual business matching meetings. Exhibitors and buyers can continue to schedule and conduct more online meetings through Click2Match within seven days after the physical exhibitions. The brand-new exhibition model EXHIBITION+ enables global food buyers to conduct business through the physical exhibitions and an online platform at the same time. Traders were able to stay connected more easily, helping them to forge new deals.Frozen seafood supplier Garmine Marine Products regularly joins the Food Expo to seek out new suppliers. General Manager Cameron KH Choy said: "Through the Click2Match platform, I've established contact with three mainland companies from Zhoushan City in Zhejiang Province for the supply of frozen seafood. Click2Match is very user-friendly, enabling smooth and effective exchanges with overseas suppliers. At the fairground, I found two other seafood suppliers from Zhoushan City at the Zhejiang Province pavilion. The hybrid EXHIBITION+ model is very useful in connecting suppliers online and offline for business expansion."The HKTDC arranged a series of exciting activities for visitors during the four fairs, including the Star Chef Session, Road to Brewers Cup and Sharing, and numerous talks with different topics, including "Health Supplements Essential for COVID Period", "Innovative Hard Coating for Food Appliances", "Probiotics" and "The New Normal for Skin Care". The Buy-more-get-more Lucky Draw and Smart Bidding sessions were also held and met with great reception from visitors.For more comments from exhibitors and buyers, please visit:- HKTDC Food Expo: https://bit.ly/3w4deSn- HKTDC Home Delights Expo: https://bit.ly/3C3720E- HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo: https://bit.ly/3dvJXJP- HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair: https://bit.ly/3AouJPU- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3PqBXXAWebsites:- HKTDC Food Expo: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkfoodexpo/en- HKTDC Home Delights Expo: https://homedelights.hktdc.com/en- HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo: https://hkbeautyexpo.hktdc.com/en- HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair: https://hkteafair.hktdc.com/en- The International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM): https://icmcm.hktdc.com/en- August Happy Buy website: https://ecoupon.hktdc.com/food/- Hygiene measures and health tips: https://bit.ly/3S2wokSAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedInMedia enquiriesOgilvy Public Relations:Serena Chow, +852 9709 1318, serena.chow@ogilvy.comChristy Lee, +852 9090 1314, christy.lee@ogilvy.comHKTDC's Communications and Public Affairs Department:Frankie Leung, +852 2584 4298, frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.orgAgnes Wat, +852 2584 4554, agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Hong Kong strengthens trade relations with Japan through MoU with Aomori Prefectural Government ACN Newswire

Hong Kong strengthens trade relations with Japan through MoU with Aomori Prefectural Government

2022-08-12
HONG KONG, Aug 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - As the effects of the pandemic continue to be felt by economies across the globe, Hong Kong looks to strengthen economic relations with its key trade partners. Today, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Aomori Prefectural Government of Japan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on mutual cooperation in promoting economic exchange. The signing occurred during the Food Expo 2022, a flagship event organised by the HKTDC.HKTDC, represented by Executive Director Margaret Fong (L), and Aomori Prefecture, Japan, represented by Governor Shingo Mimura (R), signed a MoU at the HKTDC Food Expo, Hong Kong’s flagship event organised by the HKTDC.Japan was Hong Kong's 6th largest trading partner in 2021, with total merchandise trade amounting to about HK$390 billion. In 2021, Hong Kong's domestic export of goods to Japan totalled HK$666 million, while Hong Kong imported about HK$271 billion worth of goods from Japan. Commanding a vast coastline with an abundance of marine life, Aomori Prefecture in Japan's Tohoku region boasts a flourishing aquaculture industry. It is also known for its well-developed forestry and agricultural industries thanks to its rich natural environment.The HKTDC and Aomori Prefectural Government will engage in a variety of exchange programs, including business meetings, seminars and trade fairs, to extend economic cooperation. The MoU will not only facilitate economic exchange, but also create opportunities for businesses in Hong Kong and Aomori Prefecture. With businesses looking to recover from the pandemic, the MoU enables them to capture these opportunities, tap into new markets and expand operations.HKTDC Executive Director Margaret Fong said, "The HKTDC today signs into effect a Memorandum of Understanding on economic collaboration with the Aomori Prefectural Government of Japan. I hope that through carrying out economic exchange programs, including business missions, seminars and trade fairs, we can expand trade and investment, cement our business ties and drive economic growth in Hong Kong and Aomori Prefecture. Strong bilateral economic relationships are critical to the stability of today's global economy, and the HKTDC is pleased to engage with the Aomori Prefecture Government to further economic exchange."Shingo Mimura, Governor of the Aomori Prefectural Government, added, "While Hong Kong is the main export destination for the world-renowned Aomori apple, its people also enjoy our beautiful landscapes created by the four seasons, our festivals, fresh food and hot springs. Over the years, they have built a close relationship with Aomori. The Aomori Prefecture Government is committed to promoting agriculture, forestry, and aquatic products for export and attracting tourists. We will continue to devote our efforts to strengthening the trade relations between the two places. With HKTDC's platform, we hope to promote our hidden gems and gourmet cuisine to those in Hong Kong who love Japanese food and culture."The HKTDC Food Expo (11-15 August) is being held concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair, HKTDC Home Delights Expo and HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), featuring more than 1,000 exhibitors. A regional pavilion for the Aomori Prefecture showcases its local specialities.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3Qj2h7tAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedInMedia enquiriesOgilvy Public Relations:Serena Chow, +852 9709 1318, serena.chow@ogilvy.comChristy Lee, +852 9090 1314, christy.lee@ogilvy.comHKTDC's Communications and Public Affairs Department:Frankie Leung, +852 2584 4298, frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.orgAgnes Wat, +852 2584 4554, agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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