HKTDC International Sourcing Show run with new EXHIBITION+ model draws to a successful close ACN Newswire

HKTDC International Sourcing Show run with new EXHIBITION+ model draws to a successful close

2022-07-20
HONG KONG, Jul 20, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the International Sourcing Show physical fair, run with the new EXHIBITION+ (EPLUS) model, drew to a successful close on 15 July. Over 20,000 industry buyers attended the physical event and browsed products online. The event facilitated more than 5,000 business meetings, connecting exhibitors with global buyers both online and offline.The International Sourcing Show drew to a successful close on 15 July. A large number of industry players were attracted to join the physical fairs.The physical fairs were held in the form of display showcases, presenting products from seven trade fairs with more than 1,730 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions.The International Sourcing Show ran with the brand-new online exhibition model EXHIBITION+, facilitating more than 5,000 business meetings online and offline, connecting exhibitors with global buyers.The International Sourcing Show attracted more than 1,730 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, presenting in excess of 83,000 products. The show gathered seven trade fairs under one umbrella, including the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, Hong Kong Houseware Fair, Hong Kong Fashion Week, Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair, and the Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair (jointly organised by the CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Limited). The new EPLUS model helped extend interactions between exhibitors and buyers to the online platform, helping enterprises to continue exploring "blue ocean" opportunities via the smart online business-matching platform Click2Match and hktdc.com Sourcing.Positive feedback from EPLUS usersParticipating exhibitors proactively used Click2Match to search for potential partners and took the initiative to arrange meetings with buyers from all over the world at their own convenience. Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "As the first event to use the new EPLUS exhibition model, the International Sourcing Show has generated positive feedback from users. We are happy to see many exhibitors harness the platform to seize business opportunities, contact global buyers, and facilitate order agreements around the clock and across borders. We will continue to use EPLUS in our upcoming trade fairs to further assist different sectors of Hong Kong business to connect with international buyers."Connecting to global buyers via online and offline business matching meetingsRosana Lau, Deputy Marketing Manager of Gold China Development Ltd, which specialises in the production of kitchenware, tableware and home decoration items, explained that the company was looking for new local and overseas buyers through the International Sourcing Show. Using the HKTDC's Click2Match platform, the firm arranged at least eight online meetings with overseas buyers from Brazil, Japan and the United States. Also, with the help of the HKTDC's business matching team, they met with potential buyers from hotel groups and premium online gift shops.Lubee Chak, Brand Director of Louise Castle Company, a premium fashion brand for tailor-made men's suits and accessories, said that in addition to talking to more than 10 buyers at the physical fair, the HKTDC's business matching team helped the firm arrange online meetings with buyers from Hong Kong, Japan, Mainland China and Thailand, helping it to raise brand awareness and build a stronger foundation for future business development in overseas markets.Beyond Li, General Manager, Zhejiang Jupeng Drinkware Co Ltd, a company specialising in manufacturing thermal mugs and sports water bottles, said that apart from displaying products at the physical fair of the International Sourcing Show, the company also participated in the online fair to find new customers. They established a number of contacts through the physical fair and talked to around eight gift buyers from France, Hong Kong, Indonesia and the Philippines via online meetings. Buyers from Hong Kong and France expressed an intention to place orders worth US$200,000 for their thermal mugs and sports water bottles. The International Sourcing Show provided the company with an effective channel to find quality buyers and capture online-to-offline business opportunities.On-site business networking sessionsThe HKTDC organised two business networking sessions during the physical show to connect buyers and suppliers. Beattie Leung, Sales Manager at Shinzen International Ltd, a distributor and wholesaler of pet supplies and pet food, said the company wanted to add pet backpacks and pet toys to its portfolio and to develop new markets such as Mainland China and Southeast Asia. Through the business networking session, they connected with a potential supplier from which they planned to place an order of 1,000 pet backpacks. Ms Leung said her company felt comfortable working with Hong Kong suppliers because they were reliable and able to provide quality products.Hector Pang, Chairman of the China Affairs Committee at SME Global Alliance, said the physical edition of the International Sourcing Show provided an ideal platform for its members with factories in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to find new suppliers of raw materials and identify business opportunities. The alliance found a suitable supplier of eco-friendly non-woven bags from Mainland China and decided to place an order of 50,000 pieces that will be distributed to its members.Zhejiang enterprises reached out to global buyers via International Sourcing ShowThe Department of Commerce of Zhejiang Province gathered exhibitors from the gifts and printing and packaging industries, forming the largest pavilion at the show. It was also the first time for the Zhejiang Pavilion to participate in the fair remotely. Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, and Chen Zhicheng, Deputy Director General, Department of Commerce of Zhejiang Province, met online to officiate the launch of the Zhejiang Pavilion. Zhu Ying, Director of the Trade and Development Department, Department of Commerce of Zhejiang Province, and Zhang Shuangwen, General Manager of CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Limited, also joined the ceremony and a group photo-taking session to commemorate the occasion. The opening ceremony can be viewed on the fair website and through the Click2Match platform.Websites- hktdc.com Sourcing platform: http://sourcing.hktdc.com- EXHIBITION+: http://hktdc.com/eplus- HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3PBybeIAbout 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 enquiries:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
EC Healthcare Provides Healthcare Services for Signature and Prestige Banking Customers of Hang Seng Bank ACN Newswire

EC Healthcare Provides Healthcare Services for Signature and Prestige Banking Customers of Hang Seng Bank

2022-07-18
HONG KONG, Jul 18, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - EC Healthcare (the "Company", which together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the "Group", SEHK stock code: 2138), the largest non-hospital medical group in Hong Kong*, is pleased to announce the Group will provide diversified healthcare services for Signature and Prestige Banking customers of Hang Seng Bank via the brands under the Group, including New York Medical Group, Hair Forest, DR REBORN and ATO HAIR CLUB. As the leading healthcare services provider, EC Healthcare is committed to providing professional, premium and diversified medical healthcare services covering 29 medical disciplines and to bringing health, beauty and happiness to the world. EC Healthcare will safeguard the health of banking customers in line with the client-centric core value, and provide comprehensive healthcare, aesthetic and beauty and kids well-being and healthcare services for them and their children. The promotion period started from 1 July 2022 and will end till 30 June 2023.*Please refer to the [Terms and Conditions] on the Hang Seng website for detailed information.About EC Healthcare EC Healthcare is Hong Kong's largest non-hospital medical service provider*, focusing on preventive and precision medicine, the leverage investment in IT, brand, service and corporate culture aims build a diversified enclosed healthcare ecosystem, bringing health, beauty, and happiness to everyone. The Group is a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Composite Index and the MSCI Hong Kong Small Cap Index.The Group principally engages in the provision of one-stop medical and health care services in Greater China. The Group provides a full range of services and products under its well-known brands, including those of its one-stop aesthetic medical solutions provider DR REBORN which has ranked first in Hong Kong by sales for years, a professional hair care center HAIR FOREST, primary care clinics jointly established with health management centre re:HEALTH, a vaccine centre Hong Kong Professional Vaccine HKPV, General outpatient clinic Tencent Doctorwork, the largest one-stop pain management centre in Hong Kong New York Medical Group, the comprehensive dental centres Bayley & Jackson Dental Surgeons, EC DENTAL CARE and Health and Care Dental Clinic, an advanced diagnostic and imaging centre HKAI, an oncology treatment centre reVIVE, a day procedure centre HKMED, a specialty clinic Premier Medical Centre, Specialist Central and New Medical Centre, a paediatric centre PrimeCare, a gynaecology specialist Zenith Medical Centre and Paternal Diagnosis Centre, PathLab Medical Laboratories, Ophthalmology Center Vivid Eye, and EC Veterinary Hospital and Imaging Center.*According to independent research conducted by Frost and Sullivan in terms of revenue in 2020 and 2021 Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
Renowned authors speak at HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair ACN Newswire

Renowned authors speak at HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair

2022-07-15
HONG KONG, Jul 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 32nd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), is once again holding the popular "Eight Seminar Series", with highlights this year including the "Renowned Writers Seminar Series", co-organised by Ming Pao and Yazhou Zhoukan, and the "English and International Reading Series", supported by Book Depository. This year's Book Fair, which runs from 20 to 26 July (Wednesday to Tuesday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) under the theme "History and City Literature", has invited acclaimed local and foreign writers to speak at a series of virtual and in-person seminars, sharing the challenges and triumphs they face during their writing journey.The “Renowned Writers Seminar Series” is honoured to invite Liu Zhen-yun (L), winner of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, and Sisy Chen (R), a famous Taiwanese author and television host, to be guest speakers.Clare Mackintosh (Photo credit: (c) Bill Waters) Gillian McAllister (Photo credit: (c) Bill Waters)The "Renowned Writers Seminar Series" is honoured to invite Liu Zhen-yun, winner of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, and Sisy Chen, a famous Taiwanese author and television host, to be guest speakers. Mr Liu will introduce his latest work, Laughter and Tears: A Novel, while Ms Chen will analyse the direction society is taking in a seminar titled "In the 21st Century, We Go from Civilisation to Barbarism". Other authors in the star-studded line-up include Zhou Guo-ping and Zhi An from Mainland China; Sun Sai-shing, Li Pi, Johnson Chang, Liu Heung-shing, Xu Zi-dong, Ho Fuk-yan and Nicole Huang from Hong Kong; Xie Yong-mao and Bo-Chow Lan from Taiwan; and Honda Yoshihiko from Japan.The "English and International Reading Series" will invite a number of famous English- and foreign-language writers to speak about their fascinating writing journeys, including British author Clare Mackintosh and Sunday Times Top 10 bestselling author Gillian McAllister. Translated into more than 40 languages, Clare Mackintosh's books have sold more than two million copies worldwide and won numerous awards. Among the other speakers are Simon Toyne, Mio Debnam, Mark O'Neill and Maisie Chan. Hong Kong's booklovers will be able to experience different cultures and broaden their horizons through the sharings of these acclaimed authors.Liu Zhen-yun - Laughter and Tears: A NovelBorn in Yanjin in Henan Province, Liu Zhenyun started his writing journey at Farmer's Daily after graduating from the Chinese faculty of Peking University. His style is neo-realism and he writes with a signature sense of humour, and with an emphasis on his hometown in his works. From Someone to Talk To, Ground Covered with Chicken Feathers, Remembering 1942 to I Did Not Kill My Husband, most of his books reflect the hardships people encountered in the past but in a humorous way, depicting a vivid portrayal of community life.Mr Liu believes the underlying meaning of comedy is sharing pain. His just-published book Laughter and Tears: A Novel is a work of black humour, which he summarises as: "one should take encounters in life as jokes and laugh them off". The book is based on the idea of "jokes", which the author sees as an effective tool to examine the nature of humanity. Many jokes connect people from different groups, areas and nations. The new book enriches the "Yanjin World" constructed in Mr Liu's previous novels, and fans are eagerly looking forward its unveiling at the Book Fair.Sisy Chen - from civilisation to barbarismSisy Chen, Jaw Shaw-kong and Li Ao form the famous triumvirate of political commentators in Taiwan. Ms Chen, well known for her multifaceted talents, is a celebrated academic, TV host, radio host, writer and art curator. These diverse experiences empower her with knowledge, wisdom and vision along with accomplished writing skills. Her works cover a wide swathe, including global finance, international politics, short essays, women and love, reflections on life and philosophical speculation. Two of Sisy Chen's short stories, Only One Corner of Prosperity is Left and Tree is Gone, explore international politics and economics with advice for young people on how to handle adversity with fortitude. This dialogue is concluded in I'm Afraid of Success and I Believe in Failure, illuminating the way forward for the next generation.Ms Chen encourages readers to reflect more on international society and history through her words. "Reviewing the past and looking into the future, you should think more about whether we have retrograded from civilisation to barbarism, or if we have become more civilised," she once said. After going through the pandemic and reflecting on its impact, Ms Chen will share her insights into the post-COVID world with readers.Clare Mackintosh - from crimefighter to crime writerClare Mackintosh is the multi-award-winning author of five bestselling novels - I See You, I Let You Go, Let Me Lie, After the End, and Hostage - which were listed on the bestselling books list of the New York Times and USA Today and topped the Sunday Times bestseller list for 64 weeks. Her latest thriller, Hostage - a locked-room thriller set on a 20-hour flight - has just been released. Ms Mackintosh worked in the police force for 12 years and was once Thames Valley Police's operations inspector for Oxfordshire and town sergeant of Chipping Norton before becoming a full-time writer.I Let You Go, Clare Mackintosh's top-selling book, describes a hit-and-run accident that kills a lively five-year-old boy. Police Officer Gray and her team take over the investigation and solve the case without any witnesses or clues. In the coming Book Fair seminar session, the author will share her journey from law enforcement officer to crime fiction writer.Gillian McAllister - how to get and stay publishedRising British author Gillian McAllister was a lawyer before debuting in the book world in 2017. All her works, including Everything But the Truth, Anything You Do Say, No Further Questions, The Evidence Against You, How to Disappear, That Night, and the just-published Wrong Place Wrong Time, are bestsellers. Her debut novel, Everything But the Truth, appeared in the Sunday Times bestseller list at No. 6 in the very first week after publication. Another book, That Night, was recommended as a must-read by the well-known British TV show, Richard and Judy Book Club.Gillian McAllister's work has been published in 10 countries. All her novels are standalones and can be read in any order. She will be participating in the Hong Kong Book Fair for the first time, sharing the driving force behind her successful journey as an author.For more information on the full line-up of seminars and authors at the Book Fair, please refer to the links in the profile below. Interested readers may also visit the Hong Kong Book Fair website (www.hkbookfair.com) to register for free seminars and browse through more details of the fascinating events lined up for this year's event.Note: media representatives who wish to interview the guest speakers should email the interview format, outline and contact information on or before July 18 to ayiu@yuantung.com.hk.Websites- Hong Kong Book Fair: http://www.hkbookfair.com- Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo: https://hksportsleisureexpo.hktdc.com- World of Snacks: https://worldofsnacks.hktdc.com- Education & Careers Expo: https://hkeducationexpo.hktdc.com- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3uEWRuL- Photos of the exhibits, key speakers and other Book Fair highlights can be found at: http://bitly.ws/sJtkAbout 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 enquiriesHong Kong Book FairHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgSunny Ng, Tel: +852 2584 4357, Email: sunny.sl.ng@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.hkHing-Fung Wong, Tel: +852 3428 3122, Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hkHong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo, World of SnacksHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Frankie Leung, Tel: +852 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.orgYuan Tung Financial Relations:Tiffany Leung, Tel: +852 3428 2361, Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hk Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show open at end of July ACN Newswire

Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show open at end of July

2022-07-14
HONG KONG, Jul 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 38th HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 8th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 29 July to 2 August, presenting a dazzling array of exquisite jewellery and jewellery-making materials. The two shows will be fully open to public, welcoming jewellery lovers to enjoy the displays and purchase precious items. In parallel with the twin jewellery shows, the HKTDC will stage the inaugural Simply Shopping Fest, bringing together a variety of gourmet foods and wine, home and living products, as well as toys and leisure products to offer the public a rewarding one-stop shopping experience.Sophia Chong (L), Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, and Lawrence Ma (R), Chairman, HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, attended today's press conference to introduce the twin jewellery shows and the HKTDC Simply Shopping Fest.Pictured at the press conference today are Sophia Chong, Lawrence Ma and members of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee.430+ global exhibitors participate in twin jewellery showsThis year's twin jewellery shows have attracted more than 430 exhibitors. In addition to local jewellery companies, exhibitors from Mainland China, Germany, Italy, Japan and Singapore are taking part in the event, including the Italian pavilion that comprises some 20 exhibitors. In addition, the Asia Pacific Creator Association will present innovative jewellery creations from a number of Hong Kong designers.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "Many exhibitors taking part in the jewellery shows have continued to explore opportunities in the retail market during the pandemic, while local consumers crave for jewellery pieces with unique designs and attractive pricing. That's why we have fully opened this year's shows to public visitors. At the same time, Simply Shopping Fest will feature six exhibit zones with more than 540 exhibitors showcasing products from Taiwan, Japan, Australia and France, along with other countries and regions. The government will soon issue the second phase of the Consumption Voucher Scheme (CVS), which will stimulate the local public to embark on a new wave of spending. In addition, the opening of the MTR Exhibition Centre Station will provide greater convenience for many, elevating the entire shopping experience at the three fairs."Jewellery industry further explores local market and online businessHelped by the stabilisation of the local pandemic situation in April and May and the first phase of the CVS by the government, Hong Kong's total retail sales rose in value by 4.7% year on year in April and May. It is expected that the second phase of the CVS and other government measures will continue to stimulate the local jewellery retail market. Lawrence Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, pointed out that the continuation of the pandemic combined with increased geopolitical and global economic uncertainty have led many in the jewellery industry to shift their focus to the local market in addition to online opportunities. "More and more jewellery retailers are looking to expand their online sales business and promote their brands and products to the target consumer market through livestreaming and social media promotion," Mr Ma said.Exquisite jewellery pieces make their Hong Kong debutThis year's Hong Kong International Jewellery Show consists of five highlighted zones, including "World of Glamour", which showcases the artistry and world-renowned expertise of Hong Kong's fine jewellery sector and has attracted many well-known local jewellery companies to participate. "Fine Jewellery", meanwhile, showcases a wide variety of fine jewellery from around the world. Featured products in the two fair spotlights include:- The "Secret Garden" collection from Zuri Jewelry Company Limited (Booth 3D-D16). Inspired by the masterpieces of impressionist painter Claude Monet, Zuri combines natural-colour diamonds gifted by nature with modern jewellery design, presenting a feast of flower-shaped high-end jewellery that people will adore.- The "Spring Miracle.Bee" collection 18K White Gold Diamond Earrings from Dai Sun Jewellery Company Limited (Booth 3G-A10) highlight the beauty of nature in the design.- Jadeite Cabochon and Diamond Earrings from On Tung Company (Booth 3E-F02), beset by hexagon-shaped, kite-shaped, and oval-cut diamonds with a classic and timeless jadeite design.- A variety of wedding jewellery, including the 18K Yellow & White Gold Diamond with Natural Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace and Brooch from Wing Hang South Sea Pearl Company Limited (Booth 3E-C16) and the Calla Lily Pure Gold Collection from Just Gold Company (Booth 3E-D02).Other fair highlights include "Antique & Vintage Jewellery", which presents a variety of magnificent antique jewellery showcasing timeless craftsmanship and charm; "Silver and Finished Jewellery", which showcases vibrant and fashionable jewellery collections; and "Tools & Equipment and Packaging" where a broad array of jewellery tools and packaging items will be showcased.Materials for making unique jewellery itemsThe main focus of the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show is on quality jewellery materials. Many exhibitors will feature loose diamonds in various cuttings along with coloured gemstones and pearls from different origins. Visitors can choose their favourite diamonds, gemstones and other jewellery materials, and then match with different accessories to design and make their own unique jewellery items. Featured products in the show include:- Pink Morganite from RMC Gems Limited (Booth 3F-F04), with a magnificent pear-shaped cut. This is another member of the beryl family of gems coming in various hues of pink and resembling a pink diamond.- A uniquely shaped diamond ring with two precious gemstones from Dynamic International (Booth 3D-B02). The two gemstones are a purplish-red Sri Lankan ruby and a vivid bluish-green Zambian emerald, both displaying a checkerboard cut.- An elegant South Sea Pearl String from J Ocean Pearl Jewellery Limited (Booth 3G-E12).Bid on favourite jewellery items with discounts of up to 90%Since this year's shows are fully open to jewellery enthusiasts, sharing sessions are being organised to help enhance the public's jewellery knowledge. Topics will include "Diamond, Arts and Science", "The Creation and Appreciation of Jewellery", "The Tradition and Future of Craftsmanship" and "Why Choose Sustainable Pearls" along with the "Handmade Rose Earrings Workshop". Jewellery Smart Bidding will also take place, with auction items including an 18K colour diamond earrings and ring collection and an 18K South Sea white pearl and diamond pendant. Visitors can bid for their favourite products starting at 10% of the original retail price. Numerous jewellery parades and lucky draws will also be held during the exhibition. Visitors who spend more than HK$1,000 in a single receipt can redeem a lucky draw coupon, with fabulous prizes such as gold tiger ornaments and a Bijoumontre Petit Series wrist watch on offer.In addition, the award ceremony for the 23rd Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition Award will be held on the first day of the show to encourage and reward local jewellery design talents. The winning designs will be displayed in the south lobby of Hall 3FG during the show.For security reasons, all visitors to the two jewellery shows are required to present proof of identity for registration. Those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or above for registration and admission.Quality lifestyle products at Simply Shopping FestSimply Shopping Fest will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 29 July to 1 August. With the theme "Always Vibrant for Shopping", the shopping extravaganza has gathered more than 540 exhibitors divided into six product zones, including Gourmet & Wine, Fashion & Jewellery, Home & Living, Toys & Leisure, Health & Beauty and Baby Essentials. There will be multiple pavilions, such as "Hong Kong People and Brands", displaying homeware, gourmet foods and elderly products, and the "DLAB Original Design Zone" featuring unique accessories and picture books, as well as animation production services. Other pavilions include "Beverage and Food Community", "Hong Kong General Chamber of Wine & Spirits", "Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong", "Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association", "Hong Kong Quality Brands Alliance", "Fashionally" and "ITC Store", featuring a variety of daily necessities, furniture and electrical appliances.Highlighted products at Simply Shopping Fest include:- Time 4 Machine Stainless Steel Model from UC Services Group (Booth 5F-A21), a Ukrainian model vehicle that will be cherished by modelling enthusiasts.- Synthetic Resin Watch from ANPASSA Watch Company (Booth 5G-F38) - a customised watch with a ruby and sapphire setting and hollowed-out dial.- Neck Massager from Greatice Limited (Booth 5F-F17) with five modes and 16 levels of intensity, plus a built-in 5.0 Bluetooth that supports voice calls and music-playing.- Ultra-Small Window Cleaning Robot from Pro Logic International Limited (Booth 5F-D24) that can navigate the cleaning path autonomously. It can be used on a variety of smooth walls and different kinds of glass.- White Factor Disinfectant Spray from Health Guardian Hong Kong Co Ltd (Booth 5F-B23) which can effectively clean pathogens on surfaces and remove odours.Flash sales and limited offersA number of exhibitors at Simply Shopping Fest will launch pop-up sales or limited discounts at different time periods during the event, including bargains such as HK$1 for a can of salted walnuts, buy-one-get-one-free rooibos tea, HK$2 for 300 grams of Koshihikari rice, and HK$1 for French Bordeaux red wine. In addition to Simply Smart Bidding sessions, where visitors can bid on favourite items such as trendy jewellery, beauty and skincare products and homeware, starting at 90% off the retail price, the Simply Lucky Draw will be held every day of the event, open to visitors who spend more than HK$200 in a single receipt. Prizes include hotel accommodation packages, accessories, healthcare products and more. Numerous exciting events will also be held including "Cooking with Chef Kitty", Chinese calligraphy appreciation, yoga demonstrations and more.In cooperation with livestreaming platform operators, multiple livestreaming sessions helmed by key opinion leaders (KOLs) will be arranged. The public can watch livestream broadcasts of the two jewellery shows through the Facebook pages of Sanchuanpro and Zero One Media Co Ltd, and download the LOOPLIVE app to watch live broadcasts of the Simply Shopping Fest while shopping for their favourite items and enjoying limited-time discounts.Websites- Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: https://hkjewelleryshow.hktdc.com- Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show: https://hkdgp.hktdc.com- Simply Shopping Fest: https://ssf.hktdc.com/en- Photos download: https://bit.ly/3o1tFubAbout 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 enquiries:Please contact HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Janet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
拥抱Z世代投资新风潮 广发证券发布业内首个自主区块链数字藏品 ACN Newswire

拥抱Z世代投资新风潮 广发证券发布业内首个自主区块链数字藏品

2022-07-14
HONG KONG, Jul 14, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 7月14日，广发证券易淘金App推出了以公司吉祥物“犇犇”为原型的限量版数字藏品。该数字藏品以区块链技术为支撑，具有唯一性和不可篡改性，由客户DIY生成后存于广发证券自主研发的区块链平台。广发证券也成为国内首家利用自主研发区块链平台为客户提供数字藏品服务的证券公司。本次数字藏品的推出，是广发证券探索Z世代客户服务的重要举措之一。据悉，本次推出的数字藏品通过线上发放，新客户仅须在开户90天内完成一笔入金，老客户通过邀请好友助力，即有机会在易淘金App上自主打造专属数字藏品。为秉持“健康生活、健康投资”理念，本次发放的数字藏品以体育运动为主题，客户可为数字“犇犇”定制上衣、短裤、帽子等不同部件，最多可搭配46656种“犇犇体育健将”组合形象，真正实现千人千面。根据行业规范要求，数字藏品不涉及股票、基金等证券类金融资产，仅限于定制化艺术作品，并仅用于客户个人收藏，不可在客户间进行交易流通。破局Z世代营销，易淘金数字藏品引领券商新潮流据统计，我国Z世代人口高达3亿，未来10年将逐渐成为社会中坚力量。区别于其余年龄段人群，Z世代个性鲜明，重体验、乐分享。当下消费行业已深度植入Z世代元素，盲盒、国潮、二次元等潮流文化大行其道。Z世代不仅是新消费主力军，在互联网投资理财领域也崭露头角，为传统金融机构带来了较大的年轻化转型压力。为适应Z世代崛起的新形势，广发证券通过打造“投资剧本杀”、“淘金罐头”等娱乐化、趣味化的视频投教内容吸引Z世代关注，并利用大数据和人工智能技术打造出智能条件单、股市天眼数据工具、智能投资理财助理等智能化功能，提供给Z世代数字原住民使用。自2021年下半年起，数字藏品便在国内互联网平台异军突起，其IP化和个性化的特征，成为了吸引Z世代客户的“香饽饽”。据《新京报》2022年初调研显示，数字藏品意向藏品买家中，00后和90后占比超过60%。此次推出数字藏品服务，广发证券希望进一步塑造品牌年轻化形象，收获更多Z世代客群。广发证券电子商务部总经理曲东荣表示：“作为老牌券商，广发证券服务投资者30余年，数量超千万。伴随互联网全民普及，公司不断探索网络生态，寻找做大客户基础的线上流量来源。客户竞争白热化推高了券商获客成本，获客贵获客难成为了一众券商面临的问题。Z世代的崛起意味着新规模化获客机遇期的到来，券商若能抢先探索出对Z世代更有效服务模式，就有更大机会在Z世代客群争夺战中抢占先机，为未来10年的客户增长铺平道路。”金融科技赋能服务水平提升，实现财富管理数字化转型作为国内头部券商，广发证券在金融科技方面一直保持高投入，务求为客户提供优质服务。2022年上半年，广发证券易淘金App以金融科技穿针引线，整合集团运营资源、特色功能、优质服务，增强客户对广发证券集团财富管理品牌认同感。行情交易服务方面，重点在数据工具及智能交易上开拓创新，借助广发证券专业金融工程团队量化投研能力，推出广发特色版“神奇九转”数据工具，辅助客户提升择时准确率，上线一个月即引来了近百万客户围观选购。同时在已有智能交易条件单基础上，新增了开板卖出、分批买入、先买后卖等条件单，种类累计已达15种，超过百万客户签约使用，累计成交额近万亿。财富管理方面，继广发基金专区上线后，易淘金App全新推出易方达基金专区、广发资管专区，向客户提供有温度、有观点的专业服务和产品专区，进一步完善集团化运营生态，打造广发证券集团财富管理品牌。此外，易淘金App结合广发证券金融产品研究所专业研究能力，推出“大咖论市”、“投资风向标”等专业观点的理财专栏，并与易淘金客户成长服务体系联动，为理财客户呈现经过降维的专业内容，陪伴客户提升投资理财水平。同时结合市场行情推出“活钱+”专区和稳健理财专区，为客户精心挑选货币基金、同业存单、纯债基金、固收+等优质产品，覆盖各类风险偏好客户的投资需求。专业内容服务方面，广发证券充分发挥头部券商研究能力，结合零售客户服务特点，在易淘金App推出了宏观、策略、行业、个股等独家资讯服务内容，务求打造差异化的资讯服务能力；组织首席分析师与基金经理进行专业化内容直播，针对市场热点举办有色、房地产、季度策略等专场直播超过50场；全新推出了“投顾星球”栏目，从公司4000名专业投顾中挑选出精英中的精英，为客户及时解读资本市场最新动向。自研区块链技术引领行业发展，为传统券商带来新突破本次数字藏品完全基于广发证券自研的区块链存证平台。自2016年开始，广发证券开始探索区块链技术研究与应用，是最早引入区块链技术的券商之一。经过多年耕耘，广发证券自研区块链技术已成为行业领军者，并获得专业机构的高度认可。广发证券旗下研究类项目“区块链理财产品交易平台”、“区块链预测市场交易平台”获得人民银行金融电子化杂志社颁发的“研究创新突出贡献奖”；在资产证券化领域，自研建设的“区块链可信ABS平台”获得国家专利授权；在交易领域推出的“区块链私募基金份额转让平台”，提高私募基金转让业务效率的同时，协助管理人更好的履行产品管理人义务，提升客户体验。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens on 21 July ACN Newswire

HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens on 21 July

2022-07-12
HONG KONG, Jul 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 31st HKTDC Education & Careers Expo will be held from 21 to 24 July (Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The expo will run in parallel with the HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and HKTDC World of Snacks. Featuring two major sections, Education and Careers, the four-day expo is open to the public free of charge, hosting more than 90 inspiring events and providing comprehensive information on education and job opportunities available in Hong Kong and overseas.Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "The Education & Careers Expo provides a one-stop platform with information on further studies and career development, and with events that equip people with the necessary hard and soft skills for the new future."Representatives from different organisations give details of the key expo events and offer the latest information on vocational education and pre-job and on-the-job training.The 31st edition of the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo runs from 21 to 24 July. The photo shows scenes from last year's event.Speaking at today's press conference to announce details of the expo, Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "The Education & Careers Expo will host over 780 organisations from 18 countries and regions include educational institutions, professional associations, government departments, public organisations and private companies, offering more than 2,700 job openings. The expo provides a one-stop platform with information on further studies and career development, and with events that equip people with the necessary hard and soft skills for the new future. This year's event will see new exhibitors from countries such as the consulate general offices of Japan, Finland, Ireland and Switzerland, helping to offer a greater diversity of higher education options for students."Four career theme days, introducing the latest career trendsThere will be four theme days during the expo to highlight the latest career trends. For the Skilling for the Future: New Technology and New Talents theme day (21 July), co-organiser the Vocational Training Council (VTC) will introduce new technologies and skills such as geospatial data, Chinese medicine research and art technologies, highlighting more choices for further study. The Electrical & Mechanical Engineering theme day (22 July), co-organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department and the Hong Kong Electrical and Mechanical Trade Promotion Working Group, will invite industry professionals to speak on the current and future prospects in areas such as railway engineering, car engineering and the electrical and mechanical engineering industry. On the third day of the expo, the brand-new Professional Development for the Future theme day (23 July), supported by The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, will address hot topics such as gerontechnology application and digital marketing through a series of seminars. On the last day, the Exploring Construction Industry theme day (24 July), co-organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Construction (HKIC), will invite construction professionals to share on current industry prospects and help interested applicants get prepared in advance.Various zones cater to needs of students and jobseekersRecruitment Square will cooperate with various recruitment platforms, public organisations and private companies, including Cathay Pacific, QB house, Tai Hing Group and Asia Airfreight Terminal, to recruit on the spot. Over 2,700 job opportunities will be offered, and visitors can bring their CV along to the expo to apply for the posts they are interested in.Youth Square will be set up as a summer job and internship zone. Being the first youth career path planning service centre, Career Sparkle will arrange multiple working experience activities to help teenagers explore their personal interests and abilities.One exhibitor, the Y.Elites Association Limited, invited Qianhai International Liaison Services Limited to deliver seminars on preferential policies for Hong Kong people, covering housing, starting a business, financial support, innovation and technology backing, and household registration. Young people interested in working in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area centres, especially Qianhai, should not miss these seminars providing policy details.Three education-themed zones highlight local and overseas opportunitiesThree educational zones will be set up at this year's expo. The Local Education Zone features universities and community colleges such as Hong Kong Shue Yan University, the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, as well as Chu Hai College of Higher Education, Caritas Institute of Higher Education and Caritas Bianchi College of Careers that provide educational support services.The Overseas & Mainland China Education Zone gathers consulate general offices and officially approved organisations from different countries and regions. The consulate general offices of Japan, Ireland, Finland and Switzerland will run booths at the expo for the first time, providing valuable consultation services. With further study in mainland universities becoming a growing trend in recent years, the Heung To College of professional studies will speak on the most popular majors among local students and give details of preferential policies offered to Hong Kong students by top-ranked universities in the mainland. In the Continuing Education Zone, the Hong Kong School of Commerce and Tak On Driving School will offer self-betterment programmes for visitors.The expo will feature four educational theme days, namely European Union (21 July), Japan (22 July), France (23 July) and Germany (24 July). Representatives from the consulate general offices of these countries will provide details about admission requirements, the preparation processes and campus life in their respective higher education institutions.In addition, various overseas studies centres will provide consultation service for preferred education destinations such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia and New Zealand. Meanwhile, the consulate general offices of countries such as Hungary, France and Germany will offer information on working holidays that are very popular among the younger generation.90+ inspiring events, famous speakers sharing their success storiesMore than 90 inspiring events will be held during the expo, with celebrities and education experts joining to share their success stories:- Kandy Lui, Executive Director of the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management, will talk about the new normal in workplace under the pandemic and tips for enhancing personal capabilities.- Tsang Yip-kiu (Siu Mai), a contestant on television talent show King Maker IV, will share valuable experiences in the pursuit of her dream.- Wong Kim-fung, founder of threezero and Chairman of the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association, and two vice chairmen, Howard Chan (founder of Hot Toys) and Kenny Wong (designer of brand toy "Molly" and creative director of Kennyswork), will talk about how to turn hobbies into careers and offer tips on joining the toy industry.- Pinky and Tammy, members of the construction industry KOLs, "Dream Girls", will share their interesting working experiences and how they joined the construction industry.- Education expert and one of the Ten Outstanding Young Persons, Principal Chu Tsz-wing, will share on how he brought experiential learning to Hong Kong and offer advice on career planning for students.- Samuel Chan, an expert on British education, will introduce the British educational system and strategies for applying for schools in Britain.- Patrick Sir, TV host, actor and education centre/international kindergarten founder, will talk about his journey from the education field to the television industry, encouraging young people to further explore their potential in both their careers and personal lives.Enhanced on-site hygiene measures ensure participants' safetyThe safety of the public is a top priority for the HKTDC, and various measures will be implemented throughout the concurrent events to protect the health of participants. Following the HKSAR Government's COVID-19 protocols, all staff members, exhibitors and visitors will be required to wear masks in the venue and use the LeaveHomeSafe mobile app and show their COVID-19 vaccination record before entering the HKCEC. Except for designated food and beverage areas, no food, drinks or food tasting will be allowed inside the venue, including at the booths. Other safety measures include temperature-screening stations, the provision of hand sanitisers and disinfection items at multiple locations around the HKCEC, as well as enhanced cleaning and disinfection at the venue.Expo website: hkeducationexpo.hktdc.comActivity schedule: https://bit.ly/3uDQ8B3Photo download: https://bit.ly/3az7YyuAbout 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 Impact Communications Company:Kristi Yim, Tel: +852 9559 9651, Email: kristi.yim@impact-cc.comCindy Chung, Tel: +852 9166 0827, Email: cindy.chung@impact-cc.comHKTDC's Corporate Communication Department:Snowy Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4525, Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

澳亚集团冲刺港交所：深度扎根乳制品行业 客户涵盖多家知名乳企

2022-07-12
HONG KONG, Jul 12, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 据彭博终端机报道，近年来，随着经济的快速发展及人均可支配收入的增加，中国乳业市场稳步增长。根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料，乳制品总零售额从2016年的人民币3,630亿元增至2020年的人民币4,902亿元，年复合增长率为7.8%，且预计将以9.6%的年复合增长率进一步增至2025年的人民币7,745亿元，未来市场潜力十分巨大。近日，中国乳制品行业的先驱及领导者——澳亚集团投资控股有限公司（以下简称「澳亚集团」或「公司」）向港交所提交上市申请，中国国际金融香港证券有限公司及星展亚洲融资有限公司为其联席保荐人。乳制品行业的先驱及领导者 各项业务协同形成坚固护城河据了解，澳亚集团是中国领先的奶牛牧场运营商，为多元化的下游乳制品制造商客户群提供优质原料奶，覆盖全国及地区多个领先的乳制品制造商。该公司在中国运营十个世界级牧场，且在生物安全及产出方面均超过了国内外标准。根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料，按原料奶产量计，在2020年中国十大奶牛牧场运营商中，澳亚集团是唯一一间不依赖主要股东作为主要客户的奶牛牧场运营商。按2020年原料奶产量及奶牛群规模计，亦是中国最大的独立奶牛牧场运营商。同时，根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料，澳亚集团每头成母牛的平均产奶量（牧场产出及效率的关键指标）于2015年至2020年已连续六年位居全国第一。澳亚集团的两个主要业务分别为原料奶业务及肉牛业务，同时亦从事其他业务，即公司自有品牌乳制品的销售。在原料奶业务方面，通过其自有规模化牧场繁育及饲养奶牛，并将原料奶出售给中国下游乳制品制造商供其进一步加工成优质乳制品。截至2021年12月31日，公司拥有106,174头奶牛，其中53,735头为成母牛。按2020年存栏量及原料奶产量计，是中国最大的独立奶牛牧场运营商。2019年至2021年，生产的原料奶分别为56.54万吨、58.28万吨及63.88万吨。凭借在牧场管理方面的专业知识，澳亚集团将原料奶业务的成功扩展至肉牛业务。截至最后实际可行日期，公司在中国经营两个大型肉牛饲养场。截至2021年12月31日，总存栏量为25,414头肉牛，其中23,762头为荷斯坦肉牛。2020年，就荷斯坦肉牛的数量而言，是中国第二大肉牛牧场运营商。2021年，肉牛业务录得收入50.5百万美元，占总收入的9.7%。原料奶业务及肉牛业务之间的协同效应，丰富了澳亚集团的收入来源，进而为其构筑了坚固的行业护城河。客户群优质且多元化 议价能力业内领先成熟且相互协同的业务模式，为澳亚集团积累了优质且多元化客户群，包括蒙牛、光明、明治、君乐宝、新希望、佳宝及卡士等全国及地区领先的乳制品制造商。此外，客户亦包括快速成长的新兴乳制品品牌，例如元气森林及简爱。而在肉牛业务方面，则有左庭右院等食品服务公司及优质牛肉加工企业。其他业务的客户包括大型咖啡厅、奶茶店、面包店及茶点连锁店。目前，澳亚集团是中国唯一一间独立于任何下游乳制品制造商的规模化原料奶供货商。稳定、优质及可追溯原料奶，使众多知名乳制品品牌能够为终端客户推广各种高端奶制品，从而增加澳亚集团的收入。与此同时，在产销方面，与其他同行业竞争对手相比，澳亚集团拥有更强的议价能力及较高的平均售价。根据弗若斯特沙利文的资料，自2018年至2020年，按原料奶平均售价计，该公司的平均售价高于行业平均水平，并以7.5%的年复合增长率实现行业可比上市公司中的最高增长。业绩高速增长 科技赋能提高遗传性状及生产力多元化的产品组合及庞大的客户群，也为澳亚集团带来了业绩上的提升。根据招股书资料，该公司的持续经营业务的收入由2019年的351.5百万美元增至2021年的521.9百万美元，年复合增长率为21.9%；持续经营业务的纯利由2019年的74.6百万美元增至2021年的104.6百万美元，年复合增长率为18.4%；持续经营业务的EBITDA由2019年的104.4百万美元增至2021年的149.9百万美元，年复合增长率为19.8%，凸显该公司强劲的盈利能力。值得一提的是，作为中国乳制品行业商用基因育种技术先驱之一，澳亚集团还采用先进的育种科技提高遗传性状及生产力，自2018年开始实施基因改良计划，是中国首批在牧场成功实施体外受精（「IVF」）及胚胎移植（「ET」）技术的牧场经营者之一。基因技术的突破，使澳亚集团能够提高产出，降低疾病及死亡率，并延长奶牛及肉牛的寿命，进而为产能扩大及盈利打下坚实的基础。面向未来，澳亚集团将进一步扩大牧场规模，继续发展肉牛业务，发力基因育种技术进军产业链上游，进一步提高运营效率，建立减少环境影响且可持续发展的业务模式，以期发展成为全球运营效率及生态可持续性排名前三的奶牛牧场运营商，为股东和投资者创造长期价值。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

今起正式登陆港交所 鲁商服务掘金物管赛道未来发展可期

2022-07-11
HONG KONG, Jul 11, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 近年来，随着新型城镇化发展推进及政策层面的充分加持，中国物业管理行业规模迎来高速扩张阶段。2021年，百强企业管理面积均值达5,693万平方米，同比增长16.69%。在这样的行业机遇下，7月8日，鲁商生活服务股份有限公司（“鲁商服务”或“公司”，股份代码：2376.HK）于港交所敲锣上市，农银国际为独家保荐人。鲁商服务成立于2006年，总部位于山东省济南市，是一家在山东省具有领先市场地位的综合性物业管理服务提供商。经过逾15年的发展，公司的业务范围已覆盖山东省几乎所有地级市以及北京和哈尔滨。中指院资料显示，公司在2022中国物业服务百强企业中综合实力排名第41位，并被评为“2021物业管理行业多元化运营优秀企业”及“2021物业服务专业化运营领先品牌企业”之一。打造多元服务矩阵 持续巩固市场地位受惠于利好政策推动，房地产企业的发展方向渐渐着眼于售后配套和服务的比拼等方面，物业服务成为新风口。而鲁商服务也早已不局限于传统的物业管理，通过拓展公司的多元化服务及物业组合，不断巩固自身市场地位。据悉，公司拓展了物业管理业务、非业主增值服务及社区增值服务三条业务綫，延伸了自身服务半径。物业管理服务方面，公司向物业开发商、业主、住户及租户提供保洁、秩序维护、绿化、维修保养、公共区域维护等各类物业管理服务；非业主增值服务方面，公司所提供的增值服务可涵盖物业开发的各个阶段及交付过程，包括设计、咨询、景观美化等；同时，公司亦致力于向业主及住户提供广泛的社区增值服务，以提升客户的生活质量。此外，鲁商服务计划将上市后所得资金淨额的60%用于进行战略合作、收购及投资，扩大业务规模及多元化物业组合，另有15%将用于加强物业管理服务及进一步开发公司多元化社区增值服务，以更好提升客户体验及满意度，以获得更高的附加值、更大的发展潜力及更长的生命周期。营收增速可观 未来想象空间较大在物管行业竞争较为激烈的当下，鲁商服务三大业务板块彼此互为支撑，有效提升公司运营效率和改善客户体验，并以优质服务建立强大品牌形象，为公司打造了业绩发展的新增长极。招股书披露，截至2021年12月31日，公司收入达5.83亿元，2019年-2021年的复合年增长率为34.7%，纯利达0.77亿元。与此同时，截至2021年12月31日，公司已签约管理82个物业，已签约总建筑面积超过26.2百万平方米，覆盖中国的12个城市，拥有82个在管项目，在管建筑面积约为22.9百万平方米。其中，75个已签约物业（已签约建筑面积23.9百万平方米）及75个在管物业（在管建筑面积约20.3百万平方米）位于山东省，服务约80,000户家庭和企业客户。在物管赛道依旧大有可为的背景之下，已成长为山东省物业管理服务行业领军者的鲁商服务，此番赴港上市，意义非凡。未来，鲁商服务将以此上市为契机，借力登陆国际资本市场，为进一步打造多元化服务矩阵、巩固市场地位谋篇佈局，携手全行业共同实现高速健康发展。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
SinoMab Received the Highest Subsidy from HKSTP ACN Newswire

SinoMab Received the Highest Subsidy from HKSTP

2022-07-08
HONG KONG, Jul 8, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - SinoMab BioScience Limited ("SinoMab" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group", stock code: 3681.HK), a Hong Kong-listed biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics for the treatment of immunological diseases, primarily mAb-based biologics, is pleased to announce that, the Company has received HK$8 million subsidy from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation ("HKSTP"), which is the highest subsidy amount in the Clinical Translational Catalyst (CTC) program of HKSTP.CTC program is offered by HKSTP Institute for Translational Research (ITR), the overarching aim is to provide a platform to transform Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area to become the go-to destination for translational medicine in the region. Under this program, funding support will be provided to biomedical companies of HKSTP to bring innovative, life-changing therapies and technologies to patients.SinoMab stood out from many biopharmaceutical companies in the CTC program and was granted the highest subsidy amount, embodying the recognition by the evaluation committee on the Company's product candidates and research and development (R&D) plan. According to the agreement signed by both parties, HKSTP will provide SinoMab a subsidy of HK$8 million in the next 42 months in phases according to its clinical plan and progress for the clinical study of SN1011, the Company's key product, for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). SN1011 is SinoMab's key product and third-generation covalent reversible Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor. Following the approval of Investigational New Drug (IND) applications of SN1011 for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and pemphigus vulgaris (PV) by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on 27 August 2020 and 23 June 2021, respectively, the IND application of SN1011 for MS has been approved by the NMPA on 19 April 2022. The Company plans to initiate Phase II clinical study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of SN1011 in patients with MS in China and expects to enroll the first patient in the fourth quarter of 2022. The IND application of SN1011 for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) was also accepted by the Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) of the NMPA on 6 June 2022.Dr. Shui On LEUNG, Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of SinoMab said that: "By launching the CTC program, HKSTP provides great support to local biopharmaceutical companies on their New Drug R&D. As a biopharmaceutical company raised in Hong Kong for 20 years, we are grateful for the long-term support and assistance of the HKSTP in promoting innovation and development of local biopharmaceutical companies. Previously, President Xi Jinping, and the Chief Executive of the HKSAR, Mr. Lee Ka-chiu, visited the Science Park, with the desire to forge Hong Kong into an international Innovation and Technology hub, demonstrating the country's high appreciation of Hong Kong innovative technology development. We are excited by the unprecedented opportunities. With the smooth progress of clinical trials of the Company's key candidates, the subsidy from the HKSTP will provide a solid foundation for the Company's continuous R&D and stepping toward commercialization. We will fully grasp the opportunity to accelerate the R&D and clinical trials of various products, further expand the product pipeline and potential indications, speed up the realization of product commercialization, adhere to the concept of independent innovation, strive for the well-being of patients and create value for shareholders."About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks CorporationEstablished in 2001, HKSTP attracts and nurtures talent, accelerates and commercializes innovation and technology for entrepreneurs on their journey of growth in Hong Kong, to the Greater Bay Area, Asia and beyond. Its growing innovation ecosystem is built around its key locations of the Hong Kong Science Park in Shatin, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern INNOPARKs in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long. The three INNOPARKs are realizing a vision of re-industrialisation for Hong Kong. The goal is sectors like advanced manufacturing, electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined for a new generation of the industry. Through its infrastructure, services, expertise and network of partnerships, HKSTP will help establish innovation and technology as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong, while reinforcing Hong Kong's international I&T hub status as a launchpad for global growth at the heart of the GBA innovation powerhouse.About SinoMab BioScience LimitedSinoMab BioScience Limited (stock code: 3681.HK) is dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing and commercialization of therapeutics for the treatment of immunological diseases. The Company's flagship product SM03 is a potential global first-in-target mAb against CD22 for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and is currently in Phase III clinical trial for RA in China, which has been recognized as one of the significant special projects of Significant New Drugs Development of the Twelfth Five-Year Plan Period and the Thirteenth Five-Year Plan Period. In addition, the Company possesses other potential first-in-target and first-in-class drug candidates, some of which are already in clinical stage, with their indications covering rheumatoid arthritis (RA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), pemphigus vulgaris (PV), non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL), asthma, and other diseases with major unmet clinical needs. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

完美医疗大股东再度增持与公司回购并举 对未来发展充满信心

2022-07-08
HONG KONG, Jul 8, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 香港最大的医疗集团之一——完美医疗健康管理有限公司（「完美医疗」或「公司」），股票代码：1830.HK）连同其附属公司（统称「集团」）欣然宣布，于2022年7月4日及5日，执行董事、主席、兼首席执行官欧阳江医生（「欧阳医生」）再度增持共7,500,000股，总代价合共3,067.5万港元。是次再度增持后，欧阳医生合共持有909,287,383股，持有比例由72.92%上升至73.33%。同时，于2022年7月4日，本公司根据购回授权购回1,000,000股，总代价合共397.8万港元，占本公司已发行股本总额的0.08%。本公司于6月下旬公布2021/22财年全年业绩。去年在疫情的影响下，本公司收入仍增长23.9%，创下13.5亿港元的历史新高。公司股东应得利润为3.05亿港元。经调整两个年度的一次性政府补贴后，本公司的经调整纯利增长为29.8%。以稳健的财务状况为基础，积极探索医疗项目并购及全球化的扩张策略，引领公司实现可持续增长。欧阳医生表示：「是次增持显示本人对本公司的未来前景充满信心，并可能考虑日后于适当时候进一步增持本人于公司的股权，并长期看好公司发展。随着疫情影响的减弱，公司已准备好利用后疫情时代的市场机会，应对顾客需求的反弹。未来，公司将透过加大内部增长，积极寻求医疗项目并购及进行优化整合，为客户提供更多优质服务。展望未来，公司将增加医疗服务比重的同时，也会推进国际业务的发展，令公司进一步成为跨国医疗集团。」关于完美医疗健康管理有限公司完美医疗健康管理有限公司成立于 2003 年，是一家跨国医疗集团，是香港最大的医疗集团之一。集团现主要分布于香港、中国、澳门、澳洲和新加坡，服务总面积约为 322,000平方呎。我们的专业服务涉及广泛，并保证最大的安全性和疗效。公司于2021年5月27日获纳入MSCI香港小型股指数，显示资本市场对本公司表现及投资价值的认可和肯定。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
32nd Hong Kong Book Fair opens on 20 July ACN Newswire

32nd Hong Kong Book Fair opens on 20 July

2022-07-06
HONG KONG, Jul 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 32nd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will run from 20 to 26 July (Wednesday to Tuesday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). As one of the events celebrating the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), this year's Book Fair has invited acclaimed writers and organised over 600 seminars and cultural activities.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDCAttending the press conference are (from left) Edmund Chan, Director of the Hong Kong Publishing Federation; Lee Ka-kui, Chairman of the Hong Kong Publishing Federation; Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC; Yau Lop-poon, Editor-in-Chief of Yazhou Zhoukan; and Cheng Po-hung, Honorary Adviser of the Hong Kong MuseumAmong the exhibitions in the Art Gallery at the Book Fair are "History Writers", "City Literature", "Tastes of Hong Kong" and "Hong Kong Architecture"With the overarching theme "History and City Literature", the Book Fair will walk visitors through Hong Kong's cultural and historical development and portray the city's charm through the creations of this year's featured authors, echoing the tagline "Reading the World: Stories of Hong Kong". The Book Fair will run in parallel with the HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and HKTDC World of Snacks which are expected to attract a total of over 700 exhibitors, offering visitors stimulation for the brain, body and palate with a single entry ticket.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "The theme this year, 'History and City Literature', selected by the Hong Kong Book Fair Cultural Events Advisory Panel, is particularly meaningful. Only through words and texts can the city's historical evolution from a small fishing village to an international metropolis be so well depicted and documented. These countless wonderful books help narrate many of the city's stories and display its unique character in a vivid and timeless way. The Book Fair has invited renowned authors to share their creative journey and spread the joy of reading to the public. The HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and HKTDC World of Snacks will be held alongside the Book Fair and offer a selection of sports and leisure products and experiences, as well as tasty treats from around the world."Thematic exhibitions highlight Hong Kong's culture and historyAligning with this year's theme, four thematic exhibitions will be staged at the Art Gallery at the HKCEC Hall 3 Concourse. The "History Writers" exhibition will feature the works of five outstanding writers, including (in no particular order) Ting Sun-pao, Lui Tai-lok, Elizabeth Sinn, the late Yeh Ling-feng and Cheng Po-hung. A selection of their books, out-of-print works, manuscripts and precious collections will be displayed to help readers better understand the philosophy behind their lives and creations. The writers will also share insights into researching Hong Kong's history and their writing techniques. Yeh Chung-man will attend the Book Fair on behalf of her late father, Yeh Ling-feng."City Literature" will be an interactive exhibition, featuring 25 literary works about Hong Kong and taking readers on a journey through different parts of the city from multiple perspectives such as historical buildings, streets, housing estates and lifestyles.The two other thematic exhibitions are "Tastes of Hong Kong" and "Hong Kong Architecture". Working in collaboration with Cheng Po-hung, Lau Tsz-chun, James Ng, Wu Gui-long, the Chinese Culinary Institute, Tao Heung Museum of Food Culture and Yung Kee Restaurant, "Tastes of Hong Kong" visualises the evolution of Hong Kong's culinary culture and display artefacts such as a rice dispensing certificate from 1953, a number of valuable old menus, rare vintage tableware, and miniatures of retro restaurants and stalls. Meanwhile, the "Hong Kong Architecture" exhibition is run in partnership with Urban Sketchers Hong Kong and National Geographic, displaying paintings and photographs by artists depicting Hong Kong's historical sites."Eight Seminar Series" connects writers with bookloversThe "Eight Seminar Series" continues to be a major highlight at the Book Fair. The topics this year cover a wide spectrum of literary interests, including "Stories of Hong Kong", "Renowned Writers", "English and International Reading", "World of Knowledge", "Children and Youth Reading", "Lifestyle", "Hong Kong Cultural and Historical", and "Personal Development and Spiritual Growth", encouraging the general public to explore different book genres and cultivate new interests.Partnered with Ming Pao and Yazhou Zhoukan, the HKTDC is once again organising the "Renowned Writers Seminar Series" with leading authors invited to share their creative insights. Among those speaking are Liu Zhen-yun, winner of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, documentary photographer Liu Heung-shing, Hong Kong historian Sun Sai-shing, Chinese literature scholar Xu Zi-dong, art curator Li Pi, internationally renowned art critic Johnson Chang and more.The "English and International Reading Series" supported by Book Depository, an international online bookstore, will invite a number of famous English and foreign-language writers to tell their intriguing writing journeys and share tips on creating captivating stories with readers at a series of virtual and in-person seminars. They include British author Clare Mackintosh, who has sold more than two million copies of her books; Sunday Times Top 10 bestselling author Gillian McAllister; British author Simon Toyne, who presents a true crime TV series; and British-born Chinese author Maisie Chan, who won the Jhalak Children's & YA Prize 2022. Mio Debnam, an author of more than 25 children's books, and veteran China correspondent Mark O'Neill will speak at the fair in person. Also hosting seminars under other series will be food critic and bon vivant Chua Lam; former Director of the Hong Kong Observatory Sham Chi-ming; Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of the Chinese University of Hong Kong Chan Ka-leung; well-known screenwriter Chong Mui-ngam; and So Wa-wai, a retired athlete from Hong Kong who has won a number of Paralympic gold medals.In addition, this year's fair will continue with the "Storytelling by Celebrities" events, inviting former Chinese champion diver Guo Jing-jing, Hong Kong bowling athlete Wu Siu-hong, Hong Kong Museum of Art Chief Curator Mok Ka-wing, Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups Executive Director Andy Ho and veteran journalist Karen Cheng to share their inspirational stories with children.For more information on the full line-up of seminars and authors at the Book Fair, please visit: https://hkbookfair.hktdc.com/tc/Events/Event-Schedule.htmlExciting experiences at Hong Kong Sports and Leisure ExpoThis year's Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo will cover eight thematic zones and present a variety of sports and leisure brands, products and experiences. A range of fun experiences will be offered for visitors to enjoy free of charge, including an e-sports racing competition and simulator trials from Challenger Z-ntertainment Limited, lacrosse demonstrations and mini-games from the Hong Kong Lacrosse Association , a free flight simulator experience from Wings Flight Academy, and free golf simulator trials presented by GreenLive Enterprises Limited.Across the expo floor, various exciting sports demos and performances will also be offered. There will be star sharing sessions by Hong Kong motorsports racing driver Darryl O'Young and representatives of the Hong Kong National Baseball Team, a freestyle soccer performance, a Japanese dance performance, and an immersive one-to-one virtual reality tour of Kai Tak Sports Park.In addition, Photography World will gather a collection of cameras including the world's first F2 aperture mirrorless camera with high-magnification zoom lens and Kodak cameras. Photography enthusiasts will also share their insights at the expo. Another themed area, Board Games, will showcase a variety of table games including those by Ha! Design Studio Limited, which has collaborated with TamJai SamGor Mixian and Lee Kum Kee to launch various board games with local themes, including "Tam Jai Jeh Jeh" and "Hong Kong Wet Market".The Japan Pavilion this year has expanded in size by 20%. Kadokawa Corporation, among the top four publishing houses in Japan, will feature scenic spots and traditional culture from Japan along with the Japan National Tourism Organization and 10 Japanese prefectures and cities.World of Snacks returns with a global selection of tasty treatsFollowing the success of last year's debut event, World of Snacks returns to feature six thematic zones - Travel Delights, Chocolate and Sweet Factory, Oldie Snacks, Yummy & Healthy, Party Time and Snack Bar - bringing together more than 1,000 popular treats from across the globe.Travel Delights offers prawn crackers delivered directly from Nagoya; matcha-no-sato egg rolls from Yamamasa Koyamaen; and crispy fish bones, original pineapple cakes and Wu Songdian meat muffins from Taiwan. Oldie Snacks offers coconut candies and coconut ice cream from the local century-old brand Yan Chim Kee; crispy peanuts with shrimp roe from the 70-year-old peanut brand Tsui Heung Food Factory; and mixed nuts from the 30-year-old local food manufacturer Butterfly Brand. Yummy & Healthy offers Greek pink rock salt pistachios, vegan chocolate flakes, organic nuts and more. Chocolate and Sweet Factory presents the famous German candy brand Bears & Friends, while Spanish handmade rock candy brand Papabubble will present a rock candy workshop on stage. Snack Bar, meanwhile, gathers a number of local enterprises to promote handmade snack products.The HKTDC Education & Careers Expo will be held at the HKCEC from 21 to 24 July, running in parallel with the Book Fair and other events. Youngsters and jobseekers can access the latest information on education and career opportunities at this one-stop event. Admission is free of charge.Enhanced on-site hygiene measures ensure participants' safetyThe safety of the public is a top priority for the HKTDC, and various measures will be implemented throughout the concurrent events to protect the health of participants. Following the HKSAR Government's COVID-19 protocols, all staff members, exhibitors and visitors will be required to wear masks in the venue and use the LeaveHomeSafe mobile app and show their COVID-19 vaccination record before entering the HKCEC. Except for designated food and beverage areas, no food, drinks or food tasting will be allowed inside the venue, including at the booths. Other safety measures include temperature-screening stations, the provision of hand sanitisers and disinfection items at multiple locations around the HKCEC, as well as enhanced cleaning and disinfection at the venue.To ensure a more even flow of visitors throughout the day, the HKTDC will introduce morning admission tickets, night admission tickets as well as a special re-entry promotion. No physical ticket sales will be arranged at the fairground to avoid the use of cash and minimise contact. Visitors can pay with their Octopus cards at the entrance's toll booths to gain entry. More details of the ticketing arrangements can be found below.Cultural July in hybrid modeAlongside the Book Fair, the HKTDC is collaborating with numerous cultural and educational institutions, libraries, museums, shopping malls, cafes and bookstores to organise a series of cultural events in the 18 districts of Hong Kong running from 24 June to 31 July as part of the Cultural July citywide campaign. Activities include various seminars by renowned writers, family workshops, dramas and exhibitions, helping the general public deepen their knowledge and boost the city's reading culture.In a nod to digitisation trends, the HKTDC will again set up a Cultural Journey Online webpage on the Book Fair website to provide resources for activities such as online reading and to offer e-reading resources, seminars and exhibitions.HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and HKTDC World of Snackshttps://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en/pressrelease/detail/20360/Photo download: https://bit.ly/3Rcxji8Photos of the exhibits, key speakers and other Book Fair highlights can be found at: https://rb.gy/djjg6wAbout 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 enquiriesHong Kong Book FairHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgSunny Ng, Tel: +852 2584 4357, Email: sunny.sl.ng@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.hkHing-Fung Wong, Tel: +852 3428 3122, Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hkHong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo, World of SnacksHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Frankie Leung, Tel: +852 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.orgYuan Tung Financial Relations:Tiffany Leung, Tel: +852 3428 2361, Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hk Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

跑步迈进「A+H」时代 天齐锂业深耕黄金赛道筑牢价值护城河

2022-07-06
HONG KONG, Jul 6, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 据彭博终端机报道，随着我国对清洁能源和「双碳」目标的重视，新能源汽车和储能需求迎来强劲增长，带动电池产业链的快速发展，产业链上游的金属锂由以前的「工业味精」变为如今的「白色石油」，行业佼佼者也在资本市场大展拳脚。据悉，天齐锂业股份有限公司（09696.HK）于今日（7月6日）完成招股，并拟于7月13日正式挂牌交易，加速迈进「A+H」时代，有望成为新能源发展赛道的细分产业领军者。天齐锂业是中国及全球领先的锂生产商，此前已于2010年8月于深圳证券交易所上市。公司于澳大利亚拥有及开采锂矿产，并于中国生产锂化合物及衍生物。根据伍德麦肯兹报告，2021年，按锂产生的收入计，公司排名第三；按产量计，公司为全球第四大及亚洲第二大锂化合物生产商，市场份额分别为7%及12%，亦是全球第二大电池级碳酸锂供货商和全球十大电池级氢氧化锂供货商之一。锂资源储备充足 客户群体稳定优质天齐锂业是世界上少数几个同时布局高质量硬岩锂矿和锂卤水矿的企业之一。凭借庞大优质的上游锂资源，公司可为锂化合物生产提供充足、稳定的原材料。通过泰利森的锂矿开采权，公司可使用格林布什矿场，就2021年的产量及储量计，格林布什矿场拥有全球最大的硬岩锂矿，也是成本最低的大型锂矿。目前，该矿场的剩余矿山寿命约为21年，可在整个行业生命周期支持公司现有和未来的生产工厂，从而延续天齐锂业竞争优势，支持客户业务发展。此外，截至天齐锂业招股书披露的最后实际可行日期，天齐锂业持有全球最大的卤水锂化合物生产商SQM的22.78%股权，是其第二大股东。通过对SQM持股，公司在战略上获得了世界上最大的卤水制锂储地——阿塔卡马盐湖的资源。对SQM的投资，也让天齐锂业在持有硬岩锂矿资源的基础上，增加了对SQM世界一流的卤水资源的布局，巩固了其行业地位，并产生稳定且具吸引力的长期财务回报。凭借在锂行业已拥有逾20年的行业经验，天齐锂业已通过销售队伍的努力和销售覆盖范围的扩张，与全球和中国许多锂终端用户建立了长期关系，主要拥有包括全球顶级电池制造商、电池材料生产商、跨国电子公司和玻璃生产商在内的稳定优质客户群。目前，公司产品已供应给世界五大大型锂离子电池制造商中的三家制造商，以及世界十大正极材料制造商中的六家，未来成长更具确定性。技术优势突出 业绩步入正轨在拥有丰富锂资源储备的同时，如何提高产品质量及成本效率成为了天齐锂业巩固客群、提升利润的关键一环。为此，公司开发出了一系列创新的生产技术并安装先进的设备以优化生产工艺。目前，天齐锂业技术中心被认定为「国家企业技术中心」，共拥有166项授权专利，包括84项中国发明专利及4项海外发明专利、11项设计专利及67项实用新型专利。得益于此，天齐锂业业绩获得显著提升。招股书披露，公司收益由截至2021年3月31日止三个月的约人民币9.00亿元大幅增至截至2022年3月31日止三个月的约人民币52.13亿元，现金流充沛；截至2021年12月31日止年度，公司毛利同比大幅增长253.3%至约46.88亿元；毛利率达61.7%，其中锂化合物及衍生物销售业务的毛利率为61.5%，锂精矿销售业务的毛利率为62.0%。近年来，储能的能量需求持续上升且增速加快，预计未来全球电化学储能的能量需求将继续保持增长，锂离子电池或将成为储能电池的主流方向。天齐锂业有能力充分把握全球新能源革命的机遇，通过拓宽业务布局、扩充产能和提升国际品牌知名度，巩固其竞争优势。对港股投资者来说，天齐锂业无疑是极具吸引力的投资目标，未来发展值得期待。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
In Full Support of the Entrepreneurship of Hong Kong Youths, GF Securities Sponsors the HKUST Entrepreneurship Competition for the 6th Consecutive Year ACN Newswire

In Full Support of the Entrepreneurship of Hong Kong Youths, GF Securities Sponsors the HKUST Entrepreneurship Competition for the 6th Consecutive Year

2022-07-06
HONG KONG, Jul 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The HKUST-Sino One-Million-Dollar Entrepreneurship 2022 Competition, sponsored by GF Securities Co., Ltd. ("GF Securities", stock code: 1776.HK; 000776.SZ) for the 6th consecutive year, has come to a successful end. After an intense competition, FLASH Diagnostics, which focused on developing an effective, low-cost, accurate and user-friendly handheld diagnostic testing platform, emerged with flying colours and won the "GF Innovation Award" sponsored by GF Securities. Their project put convenience and quality at the forefront of patients' nursing plans and was therefore highly commended and well received by the judges.Mr. Liting Xiong (Left), Chief Executive Officer of GF Holdings (Hong Kong) Corporation Limited, presenting the "GF Innovation Award" to Flash DiagnosticEstablished in 2011, the HKUST-Sino One-Million-Dollar Millions Entrepreneurship Competition has been held for 12 sessions. As the platinum sponsor of the competition for 6 consecutive years, GF Securities has fervently supported innovation and entrepreneurship of youths and has established the "GF Innovation Award" for 4 consecutive years to encourage and commend outstanding entrepreneurial teams in the field of innovation. The competition has expanded from Hong Kong to other regions in China since 2016 and has become a well-known entrepreneurial competition in Greater China, giving rise to numerous widely recognized entrepreneurial teams and projects. The competition this year covers other regions including Macau, Beijing, Foshan, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and the Yangtze River Delta. The top 3 teams from Hong Kong will compete with the winners from the other 6 regions in the national finals for the exclusive million-dollar championship.This year's competition in Hong Kong consisted of four rounds, attracting the participation of 175 teams. Projects covered various topics ranging from medical health, renewable energy, to smart technology. As the long-term sponsor of the competition, GF Securities proactively participated in the competition progress and was invited to the prize giving ceremony as one of the award presenters. Mr. Liting Xiong, Chief Executive Officer of GF Holdings (Hong Kong) Corporation Limited ("GF Hong Kong"), said, "The participants of this year's competition brought us innovative and groundbreaking projects covering different fields which filled up some of the lacunae in the commercial landscape. This competition has once again witnessed the strength and experience that HKUST has in fostering entrepreneurship. As an industry leader, GF Securities is committed to making full use of domestic and overseas capital markets to support quality enterprises at different stages of development. We will also continue to render our full support to outstanding entrepreneurs, promote the development of start-ups, and help young people realize their ideas and ambitions on their roads to entrepreneurship."Ms. Mai Xiaoying, Executive Director of Private Equity at GF Investments (Hong Kong) Company Limited, provided professional advice and guidance to the participants as one of the judge panellists in the finals. Ms. Mai said, "I am so honored to act as one of the judges on behalf of GF Securities. As a direct investment firm that specializes in domestic and overseas premium equity and equity-like investments, GF Investments (Hong Kong) possesses vast resources for start-up investments and has ample management experience. GF Investments (Hong Kong) has always paid close attention to outstanding start-ups in various fields. This year's competition was particularly intense, and the excellent performance of the entrepreneur teams illustrated how passionate Hong Kong's youths were about entrepreneurship and innovation. GF Securities and its subsidiary will continue to help exceptional projects obtain funds and resources in order to boost the development of start-ups and to nurture more brilliant entrepreneurs."As one of the most influential securities companies in China's capital market, GF Securities has always exerted its influence in devoting itself to substantial charity work. In the past 7 years, GF Securities has provided supporting funds of 5.5 million to over 300 projects in support of the youth's scientific and technological innovation achievements. With the participation of more than 200 micro-entrepreneurship tutors and nearly 40 universities, including Peking University and Tsinghua University, the campaign has impacted tens of millions of people through various online and in-person events, encouraging more students to participate in innovative and entrepreneurial projects, further promoting the integrated development of production, education and research. Due to its innovative practices and achievements in combatting the epidemic and in public welfare poverty alleviation, GF Securities was awarded the "2021 Philanthropy Collective Award" at the 11th Philanthropy Festival, recognising the Company's improvements in its comprehensive evaluation of social responsibility and its increasing brand influence. In the future, GF Securities will continue to adhere to its core value of "Gathering Love From the Bottom of the Heart", actively fulfil its social responsibilities, and strive to enhance the vigorous development of youth entrepreneurship both domestically and abroad.About GF Securities Co. LtdEstablished in 1991, GF Securities Co., Ltd. is one of the first full-service securities firms in China. The Company was successfully listed on the main boards of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock code: 000776.SZ), and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock code: 1776.HK), in 2010 and 2015 respectively. Due to its excellent business performance, its continued refinement in risk management and its quality services, the company has achieved sustained and steady development, and remains one of the most influential securities companies in China. With holding position of GF Futures, GF Xinde, GF Qianhe, GF Asset Management, GF Holdings (Hong Kong), Guangfa Financial Leasing and GF Fund Management and investment in E Fund (tied the largest shareholder), the Company has formed a group structure and continuously improved its customer service capability. As of December 31, 2021, the Company operated 25 subsidiaries and 284 brokerage branches across 31 provinces, cities, and autonomous regions throughout China. The Company's market-leading capital strength and profitability has allowed it to rank top among domestic listed securities companies in terms of aggregate market value. "Enhancing Knowledge and Seeking Practical Contributions" lies at the heart of the Company's values and the Company is dedicated to its mission of "Making its Dreams of Repaying the Country with Financial Value Come True", as well as putting its philosophy of "Operating steadily, Maintaining innovation and Delivering results" into practice. In advocating professionalism, innovation, and committing themselves to achieving professional development, the Company strives to develop into a first-class investment bank and wealth management institution. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

EQS-News: Hong Kong Ferry and Eastern District to host Sea and Street Parade Launching Ceremony

2022-07-04
EQS-News / 04/07/2022 / 10:12 UTC+8 Hong Kong Ferry and Eastern District to host Sea and Street Parade Launching Ceremony （4 July 2022, Hong Kong） – Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited (“Hong Kong Ferry” or the “Company”, which together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as the “Group”; SEHK stock code: 0050) collaborated with Home Affairs Department of the Eastern District to organize a Sea and Street Parade Launching Ceremony along North Point Promenade and the pier of Harbour Cruise – Bauhinia. The Sea Parade Ceremony featured Harbour Cruise – Bauhinia to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China. Hong Kong Ferry will also hold complimentary tours of the Victoria Harbour on July 17, 2022, for the public to board the sightseeing boat tour. Boarding tickets will be distributed to residents of the Eastern District Office prior to the event, inviting citizens and their families to share the joy of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR. Mr. Gabriel Lee, General Manager of Hong Kong Ferry, said, “The Group’s Yau Ma Tei car ferries and Harbour Cruise – Bauhinia together with Star Ferry, Hong Kong Tram, and Jumbo Floating Restaurant, are all collective memories of Hong Kong people. For the past century, Hong Kong Ferry has proudly dedicated itself to serving the community of Hong Kong while preserving our collective culture. We are honored to host a series of exciting events and activities for the public to join and share the joy of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland. We are extremely proud that 2023 will mark our 100th anniversary, a unique occasion to both reach back and look forward. Moving forward, the Group will remain committed to supporting our communities by always “Putting people first” across our diversified development, seizing each opportunity to guard the health and wellbeing, and strive to fulfill its responsibilities and commitments for social development.” -End- About Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited Established in 1923, Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited (Hong Kong Ferry) has a long presence in Hong Kong running as a ferry operator for over 90 years. Further to ceasing its passenger ferry operation upon transfer of the local ferry licenses in 2000, its principally engaged in property development and investment, and to maximize the potential of its land resources, and to share synergies with Henderson Land Group. Hong Kong Ferry are also engaged in ferry, shipyard and related operations. Since 2022, the Group is expanding and diversifying its business into medical aesthetic, healthcare services and products, and is committed to providing the most professional, safe and effective services to the public. For further information, please contact: Karen Chui / Josephine Wu Tel: (852) 2159 7719 / 2159 7706 Fax: (852) 3568 8941 Email: ir@hkf.com File: Hong Kong Ferry and Eastern District to host Sea and Street Parade Launching Ceremony 04/07/2022 Dissemination of a Marketing Press Release, transmitted by EQS Group. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Media archive at www.todayir.com
More

助小微稳外贸 兴业银行“跨境E贷”产品上线

2022-07-04
HONG KONG, Jul 4, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 7月1日，兴业银行“跨境E贷”产品正式上线，上线首日，即为福建省内一家外贸型小微企业提供授信118万元，帮助企业快速解决融资难题。融资难、融资贵，一直是困扰小微企业发展的难题，疫情冲击之下，这一问题更加突出。兴业银行深入贯彻落实党中央国务院进一步稳外贸决策部署，发挥金融科技优势，依托兴业银行线上数字风控模型，以海关“单一窗口”和国家外汇管理局“跨境金融服务平台”为场景切入点，创新推出“跨境E贷”出口线上融资产品。据介绍，兴业银行“跨境E贷”基于数据分析模型，打破了政、银、企之间的信息壁垒，由系统为企业自动核定授信额度，通过全流程线上授信审批向小微企业提供贸易融资、汇率避险等服务。对企业来说，通过兴业银行打造的“在线申请、风险判定、自助提款”的全流程线上化服务模式，企业只需线上提交出口报关单、发票、合同等贸易背景材料，经兴业银行审核后当日即可在线提款，实现资金实时到账。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

Perfect Medical Announces Final Results for FY2021/22

2022-07-04
HONG KONG, Jul 4, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Perfect Medical Health Management Limited ("Perfect Medical" or the "Company", stock code: 1830.HK), one of the largest medical groups in Hong Kong, together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Group"), is pleased to announce its annual results for the year ended 31 March 2022.Performance highlights-- The Company achieved a historical high revenue of HK$1.35 billion, representing a growth of 23.9%.-- Among the value of sales contract, aesthetic medical accounted for 66.0%, medical business accounted for 17.4% and beauty and wellness accounted for 16.6%.-- The Company achieved a satisfactory net profit of HK$305.2 million despite the impact of the pandemic. If excluding the government subsidies, the revised net profit after tax increased by 29.8%.-- The Company has expanded its geographical coverage to Hong Kong, China, Australia and Singapore, representing total service area increased by 39.0% to 322,000 sq.ft..-- Basic earnings per share increased by 2.1% to HK24.8 cents.-- To reward the shareholders' unwavering support, the Board recommended the payment of a final dividend of HK7.1 cents per share. Together with the interim dividend of HK17.7 cents per share, the total dividend per share is expected to be HK24.8 cents per share for the full year, representing a total dividend payout ratio of 100.0%.For the year under review, the Group's revenue increased by 23.9% to HK$1,350.0 million (FY2021: HK$1,089.8 million). The Group's EBITDA increased by 11.5% to HK$469.5 million (FY2021: HK$421.0 million). Profit attributable to shareholders of the Company was HK$305.2 million (FY2021: HK$284.6 million), representing a year-on-year increase of 7.2%, and a net profit margin of 22.6% (FY2021: 26.1%).During the year, the Group has geared up its service centre expansion pace in Hong Kong, China and overseas. Currently, the Group has expanded its penetration in strategic locations at office premises and shopping malls, with total GFA increasing by 39% to 322,000 square feet.Hong Kong OperationRevenue from Hong Kong Operation increased by 43.6% to HK$975.1 million (FY2021: HK$679.0 million), mainly attributable to revenue contribution in the aesthetic medical and medical businesses as well as the additional revenue contributed from the new service centres established in the past years, but offset by the closure of all service centres for 84 days since January 2022 owing to the Omicron outbreak. Currently, the Group has a well established network of service centres in Hong Kong covering a total of 198,000 square feet.The Company is mainly engaged in the operation of aesthetic medical and medical service in Hong Kong. From September to November 2021, the Company opened three service centres in Tsim Sha Tsui, Shatin and Central to consolidate its leading position in Hong Kong medical market.In terms of the medical service business, leveraging on the strong foundation in the aesthetic medical business in Hong Kong, the Group has consistently reviewed its service portfolio through providing additional value-added services to enhance the customers' stickiness. In addition, the Group has made subsequent investments in a range of medical services to boost cross-selling and lower the acquisition cost of the customers.Regions outside Hong KongRevenue from regions outside Hong Kong decreased by 8.8% to HK$374.8 million (FY2021: HK$410.8 million) due to the poor market sentiment and the continual lockdown under the pandemic. As of 31 March 2022, the Company has an extensive network in China, Macau, Sydney, Melbourne and Singapore, covering a gross service area of 124,000 square feet.As one of the pioneers in the aesthetic medical industry in China, the Group has been focusing on key coastal first tier cities in Southern and Eastern China as well as the country's capital in Beijing, in order to cultivate a premium branding image. With the escalating customers' demand on a more all-round and professional medical services, the Group hopes to foster a stronger operation loop and a synergy to better serve our customers.Prospects Dr. Au-Yeung Kong, the executive director, chairman and chief executive officer of Perfect Medical, said that "This year marks the 11th anniversary of the Company's listing on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited since 10 February 2012. Our business covers Hong Kong, China, Macau, Australia and Singapore. At present, the Company has built a one-stop service platform incorporating a comprehensive aesthetic medical and medical services, fully catered to customers' needs.With the weakening of the impact of the pandemic, the Company is well positioned to capitalize on the market opportunities and respond to the rebound of customers' demand in the post-pandemic era. In the future, the Company will gear up its effort organically, actively seek mergers and acquisitions of medical projects, and make optimisation and integration to offer additional high-quality services to our customers.Looking ahead, the Company will increase the proportion of medical services and proceed with the international business expansion, with a view to becoming a truly multinational medical group. For further information on the Group's FY2021/22 annual results, please refer to the Company's annual results announcement on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.https://www1.hkexnews.hk/listedco/listconews/sehk/2022/0630/2022063000866.pdf About Perfect Medical Health Management LimitedPerfect Medical Health Management Limited is a multinational aesthetic medical corporate and one of the largest aesthetic medical companies in Hong Kong established in 2003. The Group focuses primarily on non-invasive aesthetic medical services and medical services in Hong Kong, China, Macau, Australia and Singapore with a total service area spanning approximately 322,000 square feet. Our operation offers a broad spectrum of professional services with assurance of utmost safety and efficacy. The Company was included as a constituent stock of the MSCI Hong Kong Small Cap Index on 27 May 2021, demonstrating the confidence from the capital market and recognising the investment value of the Company. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More

天齐锂业启动招股：全球最大的锂开采运营商 客户群稳定庞大

2022-06-30
HONG KONG, Jun 30, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 据彭博终端机报道，近年来，随着全球新能源汽车市场的迅速增长及储能产业的飞速发展，金属锂的市场需求趋于旺盛。6月30日，中国及全球领先的锂业龙头——天齐锂业开启港股招股，最高发售价为每股港82元，公司的上市进程更进一步。公开数据显示，天齐锂业是中国及全球领先的锂生产商，于2010年8月31日在深圳证券交易所上市（股份代号：002466）。公司通过子公司泰利森，持有格林布什矿场的锂矿开采权，运营涵盖锂价值链的关键环节，包括开采锂矿石并生产锂精矿及生产锂化合物及衍生物。持续加码在全球的业务布局 市场份额及市场地位不俗根据伍德麦肯兹报告（下同），天齐锂业是中国唯一通过大型、一致且稳定的锂精矿供给实现100%自给自足以及全面垂直整合锂矿的锂生产商。按2021年的锂精矿产量计，公司的一家子公司为全球最大的锂开采运营商，市场份额为38%，且按2021年锂产生的收入计，公司排名第三。按2021年的产量计，公司亦为全球第四大及亚洲第二大锂化合物生产商，市场份额分别为7%及12%。众所周知，锂电池是电动汽车的重要组成部分，天齐锂业具备丰富的产品组合，结合先进的生产能力，能够制造出锂化合物及衍生物，以满足主要电池材料制造商的严格要求。公司的碳酸锂产品被认为是中国市场的标杆产品，是2021年世界第二大电池级碳酸锂供货商及世界前十大电池级氢氧化锂供货商之一。为进一步扩大产能，天齐锂业持续加码在全球业务布局。公司在西澳洲奎纳纳建造了一个电池级氢氧化锂制造厂，一期工厂年产能为24,000吨，施工已完成且目前正处于试生产阶段。同时，公司正就奎纳纳电池级氢氧化锂二期工厂的建设计划进行可行性研究及编制所需资本开支估算，并且在四川省遂宁市建设碳酸锂工厂，而建成投产后预计年产能分别可再增加24,000吨和20,000吨。凭借在优质锂原料自给自足的能力、多样化的产品组合以及领先的生产能力，天齐锂业能够满足电动汽车和储能领域日益增长的需求，并跟上锂基新能源领域的最新技术突破的步伐，进而推动公司的稳步发展。优质的上游锂资源提供强劲支持 拥有业内显著成本优势除了锂电方面，天齐锂业还是世界上少数几个同时拥有高质量硬岩锂矿和锂卤水矿的企业之一。通过泰利森的锂矿开采权，公司可使用格林布什矿场，按产量及储量计算，该矿场拥有世界最大的硬岩锂矿。泰利森于2021年的化学级锂精矿产量达102.0千吨LCE，使其成为全球最大的化学级锂精矿供货商。与此同时，天齐锂业通过对SQM持股，在战略上获得阿塔卡马盐湖的资源。阿塔卡玛盐湖于2021年为世界上最大的卤水制锂储地。按产量计算，SQM亦是2021年世界上最大的卤水锂化合物生产商。对SQM的战略持股增加了公司对SQM世界一流的卤水资源的布局，从而进一步巩固公司的行业地位，并产生稳定且具吸引力的长期财务回报。同时，凭借庞大优质的上游锂资源提供强劲支持，天齐锂业能够为锂化合物生产提供充足、稳定的原材料。在业务覆盖方面，得益于业务线之间的协同作用，天齐锂业的营运涵盖锂行业价值链的关键环节和方面，包括开采锂矿石及生产锂精矿、生产锂化合物及衍生物，能够有效应对不断变化的市场需求。天齐锂业是中国唯一通过大型、一致且稳定的锂精矿供给实现了100%自给自足并全面垂直整合的生产商。100%锂精矿自给自足，可实现具有一致性和高质量的各种终端产品的规模化生产及先进的生产技术，高度先进的生产技术为其提供成本优势，从而提高营运效率、安全性和盈利能力。客户群稳定、优质且庞大 盈利能力及核心竞争力增强作为全球锂行业的老牌领先企业，天齐锂业已建立稳定的优质客户群，主要包括全球顶级电池制造商、电池材料生产商、跨国电子公司和玻璃生产商。按2021年市场份额计，公司的产品供应给世界五大大型锂离子电池制造商中的三家制造商，以及世界十大正极材料制造商中的六家。天齐锂业凭借全面垂直整合的业务模式，能够取得显著的成本优势以及高盈利的能力。根据招股书，于2019年、2020年及2021年12月31日止年度，公司的收益分别为人民币4,816.4百万元、人民币3,215.2百万元及人民币7,597.9百万元。截至2021年12月31日止年度，公司录得净利润人民币4,205.8百万元。此外，在锂矿开采和生产方面，天齐锂业拥有长期且经证实的高效的营运往绩，凭借专业知识和过硬的技术实力，能够为电池行业供应链实现认证过程所要求的产品高度一致性和高质量，对市场准入构成了若干高壁垒。强大敬业的研发团队 发展空间有望进一步提升在研发方面，天齐锂业组建一个敬业的研发团队，其核心领导团队成员为来自对锂产品的研发至关重要的各类科学领域的经验丰富的专家。截至最后实际可行日期，公司合共166项专利获得授权，32项专利正处于申请阶段，包括若干行业领先的技术及产品创新。中长期来看，随着全球能源结构的调整以及满足「碳中和」的要求，储能系统将成为未来十年锂行业增长最快的终端市场之一。根据伍德麦肯兹报告，储能相关基础设施的锂消耗量预计自2022年至2026年以11.6%的复合年增长率增长，于2026年达59.0千吨LCE消耗量。成功的业务模式，显著的成本优势，领先的技术及庞大优质的客户群，均助力着天齐锂业长期受益行业高速发展带来的机遇。在港上市后，公司的行业地位有望进一步上升，市场份额不断扩大，具备更大的想象空间，值得期待。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
EC Healthcare and Yoho Group Form Strategic Partnership ACN Newswire

EC Healthcare and Yoho Group Form Strategic Partnership

2022-06-30
HONG KONG, Jun 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - EC Healthcare (the "Company", which together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the "Group", SEHK stock code: 2138), the largest non-hospital medical group in Hong Kong, announces that the Group signed a memorandum of understanding with Yoho Group Holdings Limited ("Yoho Group", SEHK stock code: 2347) for strategic collaboration. The partnership will be focused on accelerating the growth of medical, aesthetic medical and beauty and wellness services in the e-commerce market, and jointly boosting the e-commerce penetration of medical, aesthetic medical and beauty and wellness services in Hong Kong. The partnership will strengthen ECH's online presence in Hong Kong and expand its customer base and further consolidate the leading market position.Under the collaboration, (i) The Group will become Yoho Group's anchor merchant in beauty and healthcare services and Yoho Group will launch an online medical, aesthetic medical and beauty and wellness service zone. The dedicated section will enable the Group to reach a greater public domain traffic flow from the e-commerce platform with strong client synergy in the healthcare and beauty sector;(ii)Both Parties will strengthen their co-marketing efforts to increase the overall sales volume and promote product cross-sell; (iii) Both Parties agree to exchange know-how in precision marketing and consumer behavior analysis in healthcare and beauty sector, in order to develop more comprehensive digitalized marketing strategy to improve overall customer lifetime value; (iv) Both Parties will devote resources to jointly enhance technical solutions across social & mobile commerce, data-driven marketing, and fulfillment efficiency to streamline the entire consumer journey.Mr. Gemini Wong, Executive Director, Chief Digital Officer and Deputy Marketing Officer of EC Healthcare said, "The Group is delighted to establish a strategic partnership with Yoho Group. Through the collaboration, we hope to leverage Yoho Group's experience regarding online retail and the extensive reach to the accumulated customer traffic to boost the Group's e-commerce, diversify the digital marketing strategies and optimize the e-commerce experience so as to increase the overall sales volume, and raise the brand awareness and consolidate the leading position."About EC Healthcare EC Healthcare is Hong Kong's largest non-hospital medical service provider*, focusing on preventive and precision medicine and leveraging investment in IT, brand, service and corporate culture to build a diversified enclosed healthcare ecosystem with the mission to bring health, beauty and happiness to everyone. The Group is a constituent stock of the Hang Seng Composite Index and the MSCI Hong Kong Small Cap Index.The Group principally engages in the provision of one-stop medical and health care services in Greater China. The Group provides a full range of services and products under its well-known brands, including those of its one-stop aesthetic medical solutions provider DR REBORN which has ranked first in Hong Kong by sales for years, a professional hair care center HAIR FOREST, primary care clinics jointly established with health management centre re:HEALTH, a vaccine centre Hong Kong Professional Vaccine HKPV, General outpatient clinic Tencent Doctorwork, the largest one-stop pain management centre in Hong Kong New York Medical Group, the comprehensive dental centres Bayley & Jackson Dental Surgeons, EC DENTAL CARE and Health and Care Dental Clinic, a advanced diagnostic and imaging centre HKAI, an oncology treatment centre reVIVE, a day procedure centre HKMED, a specialty clinic PREMIER MEDICAL CENTRE, SPECIALISTS CENTRAL and NEW MEDICAL CENTER, a paediatric centre PRIME CARE, a gynaecology specialist ZENITH MEDICAL CENTER AND PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS CENTRE, PathLab Medical Laboratories, Ophthalmology Center VIVID EYE and EC Veterinary Hospital and Imaging Center.*According to independent research conducted by Frost and Sullivan in terms of revenue in 2020 and 2021About Yoho Group Holdings Limited Yoho Group Holdings Limited is one of the leading e-commerce platforms in Hong Kong, with more than 820,000 registered users as of the date of this announcement and over 2,290,000 monthly active users (based on the data in March 2022). According to Frost & Sullivan's data and the Group's revenue for the financial year ended 31 March 2021, the Group recorded the highest online retail sales among e-commerce players in consumer electronics and home appliances and acquired a market share of approximately 5.6%. Leveraging its vast customer base, the Group is expected to launch its online marketplace operations in the financial year ending 31 March 2023 to expand the product and service offerings for its customers. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
Jacobson Pharma Announces FY2022 Annual Results ACN Newswire

Jacobson Pharma Announces FY2022 Annual Results

2022-06-30
HONG KONG, Jun 29, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Jacobson Pharma Corporation Limited ("Jacobson Pharma" or the "Company"; Stock Code: 2633), a leading company engaged in the research, development, production, marketing and sale of essential medicines, specialty drugs and branded healthcare products, today announced the annual results of the Company and its subsidiaries (collectively the "Group") for the year ended 31 March 2022 ("FY2022" or the "Reporting Period").KEY HIGHLIGHTS-- Year-on-year revenue up by 10.3%, amounting to HK$1,595.5 million -- Profit for the year up by 78.4%*, amounting to HK$187.7 million-- Strong growth witnessed on key therapeutic classes for chronic diseases such as lipid lowering agents and angiotensin II inhibitors -- Progress with expansion plan in Greater China as facilitated by Greater Bay Area ("GBA") healthcare policy and formation of joint venture with an established partner-- Delivery of approximately 9 million doses of Fosun BioNTech Comirnaty Vaccine in Hong Kong and Macau for the collaborative fight against COVID-19 During the Reporting Period, the Group delivered total revenue of HK$1,595.5 million with a year-on-year growth of 10.3%, primarily driven by the solid growth momentum of business in the public sector. The profit from operations and profit for the year was registered at HK$260.9 million and HK$187.7 million, representing a promising growth of about 48.9%* and 78.4%* respectively, as compared to the adjusted profit from operations* and adjusted profit* for the corresponding year of 2021. The Group's financial position remains stable as supported by a healthy cash flow, with adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (adjusted EBITDA) posted at HK$441.6 million for the Reporting Period and a net gearing ratio at 29.2% as of 31 March 2022. With a cash balance of HK$478.7 million as of the end of the Reporting Period, the Group also recently secured a syndicated loan of HK$1.4 billion to enhance its capital capability. The Board has recommended the payment of a final dividend of HK2.68 cents per share (FY2021: HK1.50 cents per share). Excluding the FY2021 special interim dividend in the form of distribution in specie of shares of JBM (Healthcare) Limited (Stock code: 2161.HK), an indirectly non-wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, total dividend for the Reporting Period amounts to HK3.88 cents per share (FY2021: HK2.30 cents per share), an increase of 68.7%.Solid Performance of Generics BusinessThe Group's generic drugs business demonstrated a resilient performance amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting a solid growth of 13.6%, with revenue posted at HK$1,191.3 million for the Reporting Period. The Group's product offerings in the key therapeutic classes for chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease achieved high double-digit growth. For instance, the lipid-lowering product class recorded a strong growth of 37.2% in sales during the Reporting Period. In addition, the oncology drug class has also shown a significant growth of 572.6%, owing to the increased acceptance of the new Arsenic Trioxide Oral Solution.As a major supplier of essential medicines in Hong Kong, the Group responded swiftly to cater to the surged demand for medications during the fifth wave of the epidemic. This was reflected by the strong growth in the Group's analgesics (+18.6%), cough & cold preparations (+45.8%) and anti-inflammatory products (+77.5%). Steady Pipeline and Portfolio EnhancementThe Group continued to make steady progress with its research and development ("R&D") pipeline. As of 31 March 2022, the Group has a total of 172 products in the pipeline, among which 54 items have been approved for registration, 15 of them have been submitted for registration, 52 items have finished the development stage and are under stability preparation or stability study, plus 25 items are currently under formulation or pre-formulation research development stage.As a continuous drive for portfolio enhancement, the Group launched a number of new products during the Reporting Period, including Rabeprazole Tablets, Valsartan and Amlodipine Tablets, Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, Pregabalin Capsules, Atosiban Injection, and Idarubicin Injection. Additionally, the Group has secured the registration approvals for a group of new products such as Levetiracetam Tablets, Febuxostat Tablet, Dexmedetomidine Infusion, Pramipexole Extended Released Tablets, Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops, Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets for upcoming market launches. Tapping Specialty Drugs Market in China and AsiaFacilitated by new measures under the "Work Plan for Regulatory Innovation and Development of Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area", the Group has established collaboration with the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital for the introduction of its Arsenic Trioxide Oral Solution (indicated for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukaemia) into designated hospitals in the Greater Bay Area. The collaboration will also be part of a multi-centre clinical trial covering Guangdong, Singapore and Hong Kong. More recently, the Group, together with its non-wholly owned subsidiary, JBM (Healthcare) Limited (Stock code: 2161.HK), formed a joint venture with Ban Loong Holdings Limited (Stock code: 0030.HK), a company of which Yunnan Baiyao Group Co., Ltd (Stock code: 0538.SZ) is the controlling shareholder, to capture the growth opportunities of the specialty medicines in Greater China and the Asia-Pacific region. The joint venture will be primarily engaged in exploring business opportunities in various growth streams including specialty medicines (including orphan drugs), over-the-counter drugs, and branded healthcare products as well as medical devices in the Greater China region.Distribution of Fosun BioNTech Comirnaty Vaccine in Hong Kong and MacauThe Group is the exclusive distributor of Fosun BioNTech Comirnaty Vaccine (the "Vaccine") in Hong Kong and Macau. Up to the end of the Reporting Period, the Group delivered approximately 9 million doses of the Vaccine to the Department of Health and community vaccination centres in Hong Kong and the Macau governments. To protect the public against COVID-19 and help ensure herd immunity through vaccination, the Group is committed to supporting the governments and professional partners in the acceleration of vaccination in Hong Kong and Macau, especially among the elderly, and will continue to collaborate with the Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical (Group) Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries to supply booster vaccination doses for the public, as encouraged by the health authorities.Mr. Derek Sum, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Jacobson Pharma, concluded, "While the pandemic continues to impact the market environment, the Group delivered a solid performance in FY2022 by focusing on strong execution, bolstered by our core capabilities and enhanced product pipeline and portfolio. We also take pride in playing a collaborative role in the distribution of the Fosun BioNTech Comirnaty Vaccine in Hong Kong and Macau and have demonstrated our commitment to robust manufacturing and logistics operations by ensuring a continuous supply of our essential medicines were delivered to hospitals and patients during Hong Kong's fifth wave of the epidemic."Looking ahead, we are entering 2022 with positive momentum as we aim to build a differentiated portfolio that anticipates future healthcare needs. By executing our R&D and in-licensing strategies, fostering strong partnerships, and cementing our foothold in key strategic markets, we will further diversify and transform our business, bringing sustainable growth and value to shareholders."About Jacobson Pharma Corporation Limited (Stock Code: 2633)Jacobson Pharma is a leading pharmaceutical company in Hong Kong vertically integrated and engaged in the research, development, production, sale and distribution of essential medicines and specialty drugs. As a major provider of generic drugs in Hong Kong, the Group has one of the most extensive sales and distribution coverage for both the private and public sectors in Hong Kong, with an expanding reach into strategically selected Asian markets. Carrying a broad product portfolio and taking a pre-eminent market position in a number of therapeutic categories, the Group operates a host of 10 PIC/S GMP licensed production facilities for generic drugs in Hong Kong.The Group aims at the continued strategic enrichment of its generic drug portfolios through the addition of high-value-added products. With its corporate headquarters based in Hong Kong, the Group has also established its operating subsidiaries in China, Macau, Taiwan and Cambodia, forming a regional commercial platform to tap the market potential in the Asia Pacific and Greater China region. Jacobson Pharma has been a constituent stock of MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index since 1 June 2017. For more details about Jacobson Pharma, please visit the Group's website: http://www.jacobsonpharma.com * Excluding the one-off Employment Support Scheme subsidy from the Hong Kong Government of about HK$81.1 million in FY2021 Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More
HKTDC launches brand-new exhibition model EXHIBITION+ ACN Newswire

HKTDC launches brand-new exhibition model EXHIBITION+

2022-06-28
HONG KONG, Jun 28, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - International trade fairs and sourcing modes have seen dramatic changes in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the organisers of many physical exhibitions and seminars taking a new digitised or hybrid path. To assist enterprises in adapting to the new normal, and help them stay closely connected to international buyers, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is launching the brand-new hybrid exhibition model EXHIBITION+ to strengthen its exhibition platform. Meanwhile, the HKTDC International Sourcing Show runs from 5 to 8 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Exhibitors and buyers at the event will be among the first to enjoy the smart business-matching platform, Click2Match, to actively assist them in seizing business opportunities.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong introduced the newly launched exhibition model EXHIBITION+ at a press briefing today, while Zuri Jewelry Company Ltd Director Victor Yiu (L) and Chit Tat Clock & Watch Co Ltd General Manager Philip Lau (R) shared their successful experiences using the Click2Match platform.The physical HKTDC International Sourcing Show will run at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 5 to 8 July. Exhibitors and buyers can use the smart business-matching platform, Click2Match, from 5 to 15 July to connect with global buyers. The photo shows the 2021 HKTDC Lifestyle Sourcing Show.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said: "The pandemic has had a tremendous impact on Hong Kong's economy and particularly on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Amid the ongoing pandemic and geopolitical tensions, many enterprises have sought support from policies and aid packages to help them ride out the storm. From March 2020, the HKTDC adjusted quickly to the new reality, moving its various physical fairs, large-scale seminars and business-matching meetings to online platforms, striving to continue connecting local businesses with international buyers and offering various kinds of support. Now, the Council is launching EXHIBITION+ to help enterprises get better familiarised with digital platforms and capture online-to-offline international opportunities around the clock."More than 90% of buyers have used online sourcing platformsAccording to a recent buyer survey conducted by the HKTDC, which interviewed 600 international buyers from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries, Australia, Europe, Mainland China and the United States, most respondents (93%) had used online sourcing platforms, and over 85% had participated in virtual fairs to meet their sourcing needs. The majority of respondents said they would be willing to conduct sourcing through physical fairs (63%) or hybrid fairs (59%) once travel restrictions are lifted. The survey findings revealed that in the future, physical and online-to-offline integrated fairs could complement each other. (Key survey findings are shown in the appendix below.)EXHIBITION+ reinvents trade fairs to serve businesses anytime, anywhereEXHIBITION+ comprises four key exhibition elements, including HKTDC-organised physical fairs, the smart business-matching platform Click2Match, online-to-offline seminars under the Intelligence Hub, and the hktdc.com Sourcing platform, to provide round-the-clock services that boost the flexibility and effectiveness of business promotion for SMEs and offer benefits such as extended fair periods, expanded platforms and enhanced opportunities. EXHIBITION+ extends face-to-face interactions from physical exhibitions to an online smart business-matching platform to help enterprises connect with business partners proactively. As always, the HKTDC's 50 global offices will actively recruit international buyers, while its business-matching specialists will match suitable exhibitors according to buyers' sourcing demands, and arrange online and offline meetings to facilitate business cooperation.Experience a unique business journeyWith EXHIBITION+, exhibitors can start displaying their products to buyers on the fair website one month before the physical fair, while buyers can browse for products and shortlist exhibitors. One week before the physical fair, both buyers and exhibitors can actively search for business targets through the Click2Match platform, check out AI-recommended leads and send meeting requests. During the physical fair, they can meet at the fairground or online via Click2Match, while further online meetings can be scheduled and conducted up to one week after the fair. Exhibitors can still receive sourcing enquiries from buyers up to one month after the fair.Click2Match connects suppliers with global buyers in a clickSmart business-matching platform Click2Match is built on the HKTDC's extensive database to greatly enhance the accuracy of smart matching through AI and big data analytics. Compared to physical exhibitions, where exhibitors typically need to wait for buyers to visit their booths, Click2Match enables them to actively search for suitable buyers and arrange meetings with global buyers. The platform features meeting scheduling, video conferencing, instant messaging, message translation (up to 14 languages), and file-sharing functions to facilitate easy communication between buyers and suppliers.Fair attendees need just one account to seamlessly connect to the various HKTDC online platforms, allowing them to navigate between fair websites, Click2Match, hktdc.com Sourcing and the HKTDC Marketplace App anytime and anywhere. In addition, a series of online and offline seminars and conferences will be hosted during exhibition periods, helping attendees tap into the latest market trends by attending activities in person or watching via livestreaming or playback.Some exhibitors were given prior access to use the Click2Match platform in March. One of the exhibitors, Zuri Jewelry Company Ltd Director Victor Yiu, said the platform is very user-friendly. "We can even check buyers' information before the fair and understand their sourcing demands, allowing us to better prepare for meetings and select the right products for buyers," Mr Yiu said. Another exhibitor, Chit Tat Clock & Watch Co Ltd General Manager Philip Lau, said he is using Click2Match to actively search for overseas buyers. "We will keep track of AI-recommended leads, look at their sourcing demands and schedule meetings in advance, hoping to increase the chance of orders being placed."hktdc.com Sourcing helps explore blue ocean opportunitiesAs an extension of the physical fairs, hktdc.com Sourcing provides a trusted year-round online promotional platform. In addition to connecting with buyers at physical fairs, exhibitors can also seek out potential buyers in unexplored blue ocean markets, such as those specialising in online sourcing and overseas buyers that are unable to visit fairs. The platform shows exhibitors' profiles, along with a comprehensive overview of their products and services, increasing their exposure to buyers. The HKTDC recently added a "Request for Quotation" (RFQ) service to the platform, collecting sourcing requests from quality and reliable buyers and helping suppliers to seize every opportunity.Comprehensive support to help SMEs' transformationTo comprehensively facilitate SMEs to upgrade and transform their business, and to help them maintain their competitiveness, the HKTDC offers a series of platforms and services, including the Digital Academy and E-Tailing Academy, providing professional training related to e-commerce and digital business. The Council also collaborates with major technological enterprises to provide cost-effective e-commerce, digital marketing and enterprise resources planning for SMEs.T-box helps SMEs create business opportunitiesTransformation Sandbox (T-box) is a three-month programme initiated by the HKTDC to promote SMEs' business upgrading and transformation, catering to their needs in the areas of branding, e-commerce, manufacturing and supply chain solutions and exploring new markets. The programme provides advisory services, workshops and government-funding information, helping enterprises to navigate trends, enhance techniques and expand their business network. T-box has attracted more than 2,000 SMEs to join since its launch. The HKTDC will step up its efforts to assist Hong Kong's SMEs in further developing overseas markets through a series of activities. These include liaising with Hong Kong business associations around the world and providing training, group consultations and exchanges with trade committees from foreign chambers of commerce or consulates to join HKTDC's overseas events, helping to build commercial connections and arrange business matching.The HKTDC also strives to support SMEs in exploring business opportunities in other mature or new markets, including continuous support for Hong Kong companies in developing business in the ASEAN bloc and reinforcing the HKTDC's flagship overseas promotional events. For example, the "Think Business, Think Hong Kong" event will be enhanced with online-to-offline promotional platforms, offering a continuous business matching service along with an SME support scheme and various training activities, helping Hong Kong companies to connect with global enterprises and seize business opportunities in a more effective way.Physical International Sourcing Show runs in parallel with online Click2MatchThe upcoming HKTDC International Sourcing Show brings together seven trade fairs, including the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronic Fair (Spring Edition), HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, Hong Kong Houseware Fair, HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week, HKTDC Hong Kong International Home Textiles & Furnishing Fair, and the Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair, attracting over 1,700 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions with more than 83,000 products. The physical edition will be held from 5 to 8 July in the format of display showcases. Exhibitors and buyers who cannot join due to international travel restrictions can stay connected through Click2Match, the smart business-matching platform of EXHIBITION+, from 5 to 15 July.Four themed categories display a variety of productsThemed "Smarter Sourcing - Better Living", the International Sourcing Show will highlight a broad range of quality lifestyle products under four main categories, namely Healthy Living, Smart Living, Stylish Living and Sustainable Living. Highlighted products include the TiO2 table lamp, which features 24/7 antibacterial, antivirus, and air purification functions; smart cycling glasses that combine micro-lens, micro-display and thin-film encapsulation Internet of Things (IoT) technologies; and a wireless "lapstation" bag combining wireless charging and workstation, with heat ventilation and water-resistant design.Seminars share marketing strategies and innovative technology applicationsA host of seminars will be held during the show covering hot topics such as digital and social media marketing strategies, testing and qualification services for textiles and shoe production supply chains, the aesthetics of scientific design research, IoT innovation beyond the home, and an introduction to the government's Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales (BUD Fund). There will also be networking sessions, assisting enterprises to stay connected and expand business opportunities.Main survey findings from "B2B Online Sourcing: A Buyer Behaviour Study Towards Recovery"Buyers who used online sourcing platforms in the past 12 months- Yes 93%- No 7%Buyers who joined virtual fairs in the past 12 months- Yes 85.5%- No 14.5%Buyers' sourcing preferences in post-COVID-19 era- Physical fairs 63%- Hybrid fairs 59%- Virtual fairs 37%- Online sourcing platforms 21%2022 International Sourcing Show DetailsDate and time (physical fair): 5-7 July (Tue to Thu) 10am-6pm, 8 July (Fri) 10am-5pmOpening period for Click2Match platform: 5-15 JulyVenue (physical fair): Hall 1C, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong KongExhibition covered: - Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition)- Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition)- Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair- Hong Kong Houseware Fair- Hong Kong Fashion Week- Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair- Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair (co-organised with CIEC Exhibition Company [HK) Limited)International Sourcing Show website: https://isshow.hktdc.com/Related website- hktdc.com Sourcing: https://sourcing.hktdc.com/- HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3HYyQUNAbout 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:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
More