阳光保险正式启动招股 创业基因带领公司逐步扩大商业版图

2022-12-01
HONG KONG, Dec 1, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 11月30日，中国保险行业的“中生代”险企——阳光保险集团股份有限公司（“阳光保险”或“公司”，6963.HK）正式启动招股，此次IPO由华泰国际、中金公司、瑞银集团及建银国际联席保荐，备受市场瞩目。创业基因与企业文化相得益彰 有效夯实核心竞争力阳光保险是中国一家快速成长的民营保险服务集团，具有独特的创业基因和积极的企业文化。二十年前，保险行业与经济社会两者发展存在差距，时任中国保监会广东监管局局长的张维功先生于2004年辞掉公职，踏上了艰难的原始创业之路。张维功先生带领创业团队从零开始，历时14个多月，以市场化的方式筹建了阳光财险，并在此基础上成立了阳光保险集团。公司的“敢于挑战、坚韧不拔”的创业精神，市场化机制和价值创造原则，奠定了阳光保险的价值主张与企业家精神的基础，成为公司不断发展壮大的基因力量。与此同时，阳光保险拥有国有、民营和员工共同参与、股权分散且多元化的混合所有制股权结构，以及完善的公司治理结构，也正因此公司获得巨大发展。独特的企业文化也使公司始终保持创业的状态，可以说，创业基因已经深埋在阳光保险的成长历程中，这让公司在激烈的市场竞争中始终拥有核心竞争力，并保持持续高速发展。成功商业模式创造新盈利增长点 业务发展速度吸睛与市场其他公司的商业模式有所不同，阳光保险致力于做专业领先的家庭保险保障服务提供商与值得信赖的企业风险管理伙伴，围绕个人及企业的全生命週期，实现了保险服务的定制化与一体化，并在多个业务板块形成了相互协同与互通。“聚焦保险主业，强化科技数据、投资资管、健康养老”的佈局理念，让阳光保险产品价值链不断延伸，持续创造新的盈利增长点。独一无二的创业基因和成功的商业模式，助力阳光保险迅速成长，并始终保持著良好的增长态势。根据招股书，公司的原保险保费收入从2007年的人民币4,153百万元增长至2021年的人民币101,371百万元，年均複合增长率达26%，相较于同期保险行业原保险保费收入年均複合增长率高出11个百分点；资产规模从2007年末的人民币11,146百万元增长至2021年末的人民币441,623百万元，年均複合增长率达30%，相较于同期保险行业资产规模年均複合增长率高出13个百分点。与同期成立公司相比，阳光保险坚持价值发展，成绩表现突出。以原保险保费收入计，于2020年，阳光人寿的市场份额为1.7%，在中国91家人身险公司中排名第12位，已成为中国保险业的中坚力量。行业成长空间广阔 此时上市是难得的投资良机从行业角度来看，近年来，中国保险市场一直是全球发展最快的保险市场之一。根据中国银保监会公佈的数据，2016年至2021年中国保险行业原保险保费收入实现约7.7%的年均複合增长率，其中人身保险业务实现8.4%的年均複合增长率，而财产保险业务实现6.0%的年均複合增长率，行业发展前景良好。从市场角度来看，今年以来，受资本市场加剧震盪影响，香港新股发行数量及股价表现普遍不及前两年，阳光保险选择在此时上市，一方面意味著公司拥有独特的竞争力、抗风险能力和经营韧性，另一方面，也意味著公司管理层对上市募资及发展前景充满信心。中长期来看，保险板块经过长时间的调整后，目前已经处于估值底部区域，具备较高的性价比和长期配置价值。未来，随著市场整体回暖及新冠肺炎疫情好转，保险板块上行可期，因而目前配置优质内险股是不错的选择，阳光保险此时在港IPO，对于市场投资人来说是一次难得的良机，值得期待。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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阳光保险招股进行中：身处优质赛道 业绩稳健增长

2022-12-01
HONG KONG, Dec 1, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 近年来，在中国经济快速发展、社会财富积累及人口老龄化等因素的驱动下，保险行业快速发展，市场规模不断扩大。根据中国银保监会公布的数据，2021年，中国原保险保费收入达人民币44,900亿元，2016年至2021年中国保险行业原保险保费收入实现约7.7%的年均复合增长率，保险业是公认的蓝海市场。广阔的市场前景及优质的赛道，也为阳光保险这样的中生代险企提供了难得的发展机遇。丰富的产品组合和良好的布局 坐拥庞大客户群体据悉，阳光保险是中国一家快速成长的民营保险服务集团，已于11月30日启动招股，目前正在招股进行中。公司通过遍布全国的分销和服务网络向个人和团体客户提供多样化的保险产品及服务。截至2022年6月30日，阳光人寿和阳光财险拥有共2,855家分支机构，其中分公司68家，中心支公司、支公司及营销服务网点共2,787家，覆盖了中国全部省、直辖市、自治区、94.3%的地级市及63.0%的区县。在人身险方面，近年来阳光人寿业务结构持续优化，期缴保费收入贡献度逐渐上升。于2019年、2020年、2021年及截至2022年6月30日止六个月，阳光人寿期缴保费收入分别为人民币28,657百万元、人民币35,382百万元、人民币40,754百万元及人民币27,835百万元，占阳光人寿总保费收入的比例分别为59.6%、64.2%、67.0%及66.2%。在财产险方面，阳光财险基于深耕多年的风险定价体系和智能化、差异化的资源分配机制，通过多元渠道布局以及对行业趋势的把握，引领车险业务实现了稳健发展。于2019年、2020年、2021年及截至2022年6月30日止六个月，车险业务原保险保费收入占阳光财险原保险保费收入的比例分别为62.3%、64.7%、57.2%及60.0%。丰富的产品组合及优质的服务，让阳光保险拥有庞大的客户群体，数据显示，截至2022年6月30日，公司拥有约3,150万名个人客户和约80万家团体客户。阳光保险创始人、董事长张维功表示，阳光是一家极具战略定力的公司，坚持专业、专注与价值发展不动摇，这种定力确保了阳光保险快速、健康的可持续发展。同时，他表示，阳光保险有信心成为一家被资本市场充分认可的企业。优异的投资管理能力 业绩稳健增长争做市场认可优质内险股除了保险业务，资产管理亦是阳光保险的核心业务板块之一，公司坚持以“资产负债匹配”为核心原则，逐步优化投资管理能力和提高核心竞争力。数据显示，截至2022年6月30日，阳光保险的总投资资产规模为人民币416,267百万元。于2019年、2020年、2021年及截至2022年6月30日止六个月，公司的总投资收益率分别为5.8%、6.5%、5.4%及4.2%（经年化），为公司长期稳健经营发展提供了有利的支撑。财务方面，于2019年、2020年、2021年及2022年6月30日止六个月，阳光保险的收入合计分别为人民币100,837百万元、人民币115,059百万元、人民币119,969百万元、及人民币69,396百万元。归属于母公司股东的净利润分别为人民币5,086百万元、人民币5,619百万元、人民币5,883百万元及人民币1,727百万元，2019-2021年的年均复合增长率为7.6%，运营效能及盈利能力稳步提升。近年来，中国保险市场一直是全球发展最快的保险市场之一，阳光保险身处优质赛道，拥有多元化的业务布局及业绩优势，在港上市后，有望在资本市场的加持之下，进一步巩固其构筑的竞争壁垒及产品组合，不断扩大市场份额，成为市场认可的优质内险股，值得投资者密切关注。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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阳光保险来港上市：综合实力雄厚 数字化与资管能力共筑增长曲线

2022-12-01
HONG KONG, Dec 1, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 近期，在港股市场持续回暖的背景下，保险板块逐步反弹，估值修复预期发酵。11月30日，又一家重磅保险企业——阳光保险集团股份有限公司（“阳光保险”或“公司”，股份代号：6963.HK）来港上市，目前正在招股进行中，华泰国际、中金公司、瑞银集团及建银国际担任联席保荐人。品牌影响力与竞争力兼具 数字化建设提升运营效能阳光保险是中国一家快速成长的民营保险服务集团。根据中国银保监会及保险行业协会公佈的数据，以原保险保费收入计，于2020年，阳光人寿的市场份额为1.7%，在中国91家人身险公司中排名第12位；阳光财险的市场份额为2.7%，在中国87家财产险公司中排名第7位。自成立以来，经过十馀年的发展，阳光保险已建立中国保险行业具影响力的品牌，形成了强大的品牌竞争力。截至2022年6月30日，公司已连续11年蝉联中国企业联合会发佈的中国企业500强，连续10年被世界品牌实验室评选为“中国500最具价值品牌”。近年来，阳光保险实施全面数字化转型战略，不断加大数字化建设投入，在精准化营销、销售培训、提升运营效率、增强风控水平等方面发挥了重要作用。为进一步提高运营效能与竞争力，后期，阳光保险将进一步提高数字化客户洞察能力，提高客户分群，强化数字化营销，赋能销售队伍和渠道建设，提升销售转化效率，并加强数字化产品创新，形成个性化、差异化、定制化的产品服务。同时，阳光保险将继续完善数字化运营，优化数字化风控水平，将利用大数据建模和人工智能技术，提升风险识别与定价、理赔与反欺诈、反洗钱等风控能力，加强在数字化合规、智能稽核、风险预警等方面的突破能力，推进数字化组织变革，从而使整个组织运营管理更加高效。强化资产配置能力建设 激活资管业务能力资产管理是阳光保险的核心业务之一，公司具备长期资产管理经验，投资能力优异。数据显示，截至2022年6月30日，阳光资管受託管理的投资资产总规模增至人民币769,450百万元。于2019年、2020年、2021年及截至2022年6月30日止六个月，公司的总投资收益率表现稳健，分别为5.8%、6.5%、5.4%及4.2%（经年化）。未来，阳光保险将持续打造国内一流的保险资管品牌，强化战略投资与保险主业协同，提升投资管理专业能力，保障长期稳定收益。继续强化资产配置能力建设，提升权益资产的主动管理能力，持续优化资产配置结构，保障长期收益的稳定性。同时，公司将持续完善资产负债管理框架，精细化账户管理，全面升级投资风控体系，强化资产管理能力建设，强化服务意识，提升市场化竞争力。此外，公司亦积极探索财富管理业务，全面激活资管业务能力，提升战略研究能力和格局。强化战略投资与保险主业协同，实现价值提升和共赢发展。阳光保险凭藉良好的增长态势、全面均衡且具有竞争力的保险业务、持续的创新变革、良好的资产管理能力和科技实力，在港上市后，以迎暖、强基、顺势三大因素为支撑，预期将全面展现发展势能，以点带面，循序渐进，拓宽安全边际，让价值曲线越来越明晰，实现发展“三级跳”。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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‘Balance Beyond the Boom’ – HKTDC Entrepreneur Day helps start-ups prepare for the post-pandemic landscape ACN Newswire

‘Balance Beyond the Boom’ – HKTDC Entrepreneur Day helps start-ups prepare for the post-pandemic landscape

2022-11-30
HONG KONG, Nov 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) announces the launch of Entrepreneur Day, a three-day (30 November to 2 December) event with the theme of 'Balance Beyond the Boom'. Packed with a hybrid mix of online and physical seminars and exhibitions, the event explores a diverse range of developments in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through forums, exhibitions, workshops, and networking events in the "Start-up Arena", industry leaders, experts, start-ups and participants learn how to achieve business success in the post-pandemic world. The first-ever "Start-up Express International" will also be held on 1 December bringing together local and international start-ups to exchange views and share experience, as well as encourage overseas expansion.Organised by HKTDC, Entrepreneur Day began today. Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, delivered the welcoming remarks.During the seminar, "T-Chat - Global VC Investment: Rise or Fall", Eric Manlunas, Founder & Managing Partner of Wavemaker Partners, Duncan Chiu, Council Member (Technology and Innovation) of HKSAR Legislative Council, and Karena Belin, Co-founder of AngelHub & WHub, provided their outlook for the global venture capital market next year.The "Start-up Zone" and "The Boosters" showcased over 30 start-ups and start-up supporting companies.Welcoming participants to the event, Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "We are delighted to host Entrepreneur Day in hybrid format for the first time. The pandemic has caused considerable disruption to market economies across the world. It has also hit entrepreneurs hard. Yet, I am encouraged by the new and emerging opportunities entrepreneurs are seizing, including in the digital economy. Indeed, entrepreneurs are the heartbeat of our global economy. Just like the pandemic, they disrupt the status quo. They challenge convention to enable progress. They accelerate innovation and economic growth across the globe.""Under the theme 'Balance Beyond the Boom', we will explore the trajectory of the global start-up ecosystem since the start-up boom and help start-ups gain a foothold in key markets, especially the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. To celebrate the Start-up Express's 5th anniversary, we will launch its international series on Entrepreneur Day, when outstanding overseas early-stage start-ups will be invited to share the stage with Start-up Express winners."Charting the way forward with advice from expertsEntrepreneur Day featured several seminars beginning with "T-Chat - Global VC Investment: Rise or Fall?". According to data from Dealroom, venture capital firms invested more than $675 billion in start-ups worldwide in 2021 or double the amount from the previous year. However, global capital markets have seen heightened volatility this year despite the fading impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Eric Manlunas, Founder & Managing Partner of Wavemaker Partners, Duncan Chiu, Council Member (Technology and Innovation) of HKSAR Legislative Council, and Karena Belin, Co-founder of AngelHub & WHub, reviewed their investments in 2022 and shared their outlook for the global venture capital market next year. They also offered advice on how entrepreneurs can better equip themselves to raise funds in a potentially difficult environment.Eric Manlunas said: "Despite the uncertainties of the current macro environment, global venture capital is here to stay, given the social utility it provides. Venture capital is a strong catalyst for innovation and business formation, thus its purpose is more compelling than ever [before], in spite of the current macroeconomic challenges".Duncan Chiu said: "Keep tracking talents. Talents attract talents. Fintech is not just [about] technologies, but still has to comply with international regulations".In a fast-changing world, start-ups need to be able to adapt to a dynamic environment while still being cautious about funding. The "Capture Funds at Critical Times" workshop featured Mingles Tsoi, Chief eXploration Officer of ParticleX, who has guided local and international technology start-ups through the challenges of fundraising, and Brian Tsui, Co-Founder of the Chicago Booth Angels Network, who shared their personal experience and advise to start-ups on their fundraising strategies and planning.Enhancing customer experience with NFTs to create business opportunitiesWith non-fungible tokens (NFTs) becoming the talk of the town, Lucas Cheung, Managing Partner of leading Asian brand technology firm Gusto Collective, and Nick Lau, founder of digital luxury Web3 platform WEAR, shared their insights on the application of NFTs in the entertainment and fashion space. Cheung discussed how his company has enhanced brand value and opened doors to new opportunities through immersive customer experiences. Lau shared how WEAR has integrated physical products with digital collectibles and the company's successful collaborations with world-renowned brands.Propelling re-industrialization of Hong Kong - the springboard to the GBAWith a mature ecosystem for start-ups to thrive in, Hong Kong is well-known for its business-friendly environment and for incubating outstanding enterprises. In the panel discussion "Entrepreneurship in HK - Scaling up through Hong Kong", previous winners of the Start-up Express competition shared their experience of starting a business in the city. The panel discussion involved Justin Chan, CEO & Co-Founder of Gense Technologies, KK Chiu, Co-Founder & CEO of Zeek, and Mazing Lee, Co-Founder & CEO of Lify Company Limited.The 12th World SME Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong General Chamber of Small and Medium Businesses, celebrated the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and aimed to facilitate re-industrialisation in Hong Kong. The summit had the theme of "Achieving re-industrialisation through innovation in the new era" with discussions considering ways to expedite Hong Kong's re-industrialisation efforts. In the session, Herbert Chia, Venture Partner of Sequoia Capital China, pinpointed the benefits of applying innovative technology from an investor's perspective.Turning waste into gold for a circular economyWith investors increasingly looking to support the recycling sector, Shrikanth Narasimha, Director of Sustainability and Supply Chain, Far East, Mainetti (HK) Limited, detailed the development of closed-loop recycling of plastic materials and the use of blockchain in the recycling process. Meanwhile, Rachel Barr, Vice President of Sustainability from the Israeli start-up UBQ Materials, shared the firm's work to transform domestic waste into plastic products in collaboration with Mainetti (HK), while Ricci Wong, Founder and CEO of social enterprise HK Timberbank, explained how his start-up helps sort, cut, and dry damaged trees, recycling them into commercial timber and furniture.Exhibiting innovations from emerging industriesThe Entrepreneur Day exhibition also gathered more than 130 start-ups showcasing innovative products and technology as well as support services for the start-up ecosystem. The exhibition helped participants find business opportunities, secure professional advice and connect with potential business partners. The "Start-up Zone" showcased start-ups from a wide array of industry verticals ranging from medical and biotechnology products, green and food technology, to fintech and edtech. "The Boosters" featured organisations and government bodies supporting start-ups with the latest market insights and consulting services.Start-up Express International - Fostering connections between local and global start-upsTo mark the 5th anniversary of "Start-up Express", a start-up incubation programme, the HKTDC will launch "Start-up Express International" tomorrow during Entrepreneur Day 2022 where ten international start-ups from countries including Belgium, Mainland China, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States with diverse technology backgrounds like health, education, smart cities, and agriculture, to blockchain, robo-technology, and marketing, will share their experiences together with the local winners of Start-up Express.The HKTDC selected 30 international start-ups before choosing the final ten. Among those 30 international firms, many of which have won awards in the Mainland and overseas, are InxMed, a biotech company in Mainland China working on developing innovative therapies for tumour resistance and metastasis; inConAlert, a German healthtech company offering a wearable medical sensor; Mobbi, an Italian technology start-up that introduced the world's first portable power bank rental app; and SynCom Agritech, a Japanese agritech start-up. They all hope to contribute to solving livelihood, social and environmental problems through innovative business ideas and new technology.The top 10 winners of the competition were: inContAlert from Germany, Contents.com from Italy, Closer Inc. from Japan, VegeSense; KnowCarbon; InxMed from Mainland China, OTECH (Otsuka Technology) from Singapore, AON from South Korea, MOBIQU from Turkey, and rThreat from the United States. The winning start-ups will gain access to marketing and technical support, as well as consulting services and concessionary rents by HKTDC, helping them set up a business presence in Hong Kong.rThreat, one of the winning start-ups, said: "We would like to thank HKTDC for arranging Start-up Express International as it has allowed us a chance to learn from our peers from around the globe, establish business relationships and explore potential business partners."The judging panel for Start-up Express International this year comprised Fred Li, Executive Director at Gobi Partners, Francis Pun, Promotions and Community Development Lead at Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and Clara Hong, Senior Manager of Ecosystem Development at Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited.Alongside Entrepreneur Day, the Business Intellectual Property of Asia Forum will be held from tomorrow to 2 December, serving as an ideal platform for global IP experts and business leaders to investigate the latest trends in the Asian IP market and look for opportunities.Exhibition and Forum Website- Entrepreneur Day: https://eday.hktdc.com/conference/eday/en- Start-up Express International: https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-international- Photo download: https://bit.ly/3VI4VGhAbout HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.Media enquiriesPlease contact Hill+Knowlton Strategies:Joyce Kwong, Tel: +852 6842 5929, Email: joyce.kwong@hkstrategies.comNannerl Yau, Tel: +852 6846 7888, Email: nannerl.yau@hkstrategies.comHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgJanet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.orgSunny Ng, Tel: +852 2584 4357, Email: sunny.sl.ng@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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AEON信贷财务建立可持续发展表现挂钩贷款框架 加强及推进可持续发展承诺 ACN Newswire

AEON信贷财务建立可持续发展表现挂钩贷款框架 加强及推进可持续发展承诺

2022-11-30
HONG KONG, Nov 30, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（“AEON信贷财务”或“集团”；股份代号：00900）今日宣布建立可持续发展表现挂钩贷款框架，并与瑞穗银行有限公司香港分行、三菱日联银行日本企业银行部（香港）及三井住友银行香港分行（“贷款人”）分别订立三份可持续发展表现挂钩贷款（“该贷款”），贷款总账面价值为3.2亿港元，为期三年。该贷款为集团首个可持续发展融资计划，可加强对支持及深化可持续发展的承诺。可持续发展表现指标乃根据AEON信贷财务现有的可持续发展政策制定，并将由外部评审机构香港品质保证局每年进行评估。经与贷款人协定，集团将有权取得贷款利率减免，作为达到预先决定的可持续发展表现目标的奖励。AEON信贷财务董事总经理深山友晴先生表示：“我们很高兴为银行融资安排了可持续发展表现挂钩贷款框架，突显我们对推动可持续发展的长远承诺。作为AEON信贷财务的愿景、使命及核心价值的基础，我们深知负责任的企业实践对确保改善环境及社会，以及为股东和业务伙伴创造额外长期价值，实在至关重要。”“透过将可持续发展相关目标纳入评估集团的业务及财务表现，我们旨在加强将可持续发展措施融入营运中，为推动绿色及可持续的资本市场转型作出正面的影响和贡献。展望未来，我们将继续积极寻求更多机会，以扩展我们的可持续融资组合，并期待与持份者一起展开可持续发展旅程。”关于AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司（股份代号：00900）AEON信贷财务（亚洲）有限公司为AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd.之附属公司（东京证券交易所编号：8570）及AEON集团旗下公司，成立于1987年，并于1995年在香港联合交易所有限公司主板上市。集团主要从事消费融资业务，包括于香港签发信用卡及提供私人贷款融资、信用卡付款处理服务、保险代理及顾问业务，以及于中国内地从事小额融资业务。详情请浏览公司网址：www.aeon.com.hk。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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AEON Credit Secures its Framework for Sustainability-Linked Loans, Strengthens and Advances its Sustainability Pledge ACN Newswire

AEON Credit Secures its Framework for Sustainability-Linked Loans, Strengthens and Advances its Sustainability Pledge

2022-11-30
HONG KONG, Nov 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited ("AEON Credit" or the "Group"; Stock Code: 00900) today announced that it has secured its sustainability-linked loan framework and entered agreements for three sustainability-linked loans (the "Loans"), with Mizuho Bank, Ltd., Hong Kong Branch, MUFG Bank, Ltd., Japanese Corporate Banking Division (Hong Kong) and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Hong Kong Branch, (the "Lenders"), with a total carrying amount of HK$320 million and a term of three years. The Loans are the Group's first sustainable financing initiative and strengthens its commitment to endorsing and developing in the sustainability arena. Sustainability performance metrics have been set in accordance with AEON Credit's existing Sustainability Development Policy, and will be assessed on an annual basis by the external reviewer, the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency. As mutually agreed with the Lenders, the Group will be entitled to receive interest rate savings for the Loans as an incentive for the achievement of the predetermined sustainability-linked targets. Mr. Tomoharu Fukayama, Managing Director of AEON Credit, said, "We are delighted to have arranged the Group's sustainability-linked loan framework for bank financing, which emphasizes our long-term commitment to the advancement of sustainable development. As the basis for AEON Credit's vision, mission and core values, we are well aware that responsible corporate practices are integral to assuring the betterment of the environment and society, as well as to creating additional long-term value for our shareholders and business partners. "Through integrating sustainability-linked targets into the assessment of the Group's business and financial performance, we aim to reinforce the incorporation of sustainability practices into our operations so as to positively impact and contribute to the transformation of a greener and more sustainable capital market. Looking ahead, we will continue to proactively seek further opportunities to expand our sustainable financing portfolio and look forward to taking our stakeholders along on our sustainability journey."About AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited (Stock Code: 00900)AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited, a subsidiary of AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd. (TSE: 8570) and a member of the AEON Group, was set up in 1987 and listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited in 1995. The Group is principally engaged in the consumer finance business, which includes the issuance of credit cards and the provision of personal loan financing, card payment processing services, insurance agency and brokerage business in Hong Kong and microfinance business in Mainland China.For more information, please visit the company's website at www.aeon.com.hk. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) concludes ACN Newswire

Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) concludes

2022-11-27
HONG KONG, Nov 27, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - With a lengthy history as a global trading port, Hong Kong this week hosted the 6th edition of Hong Kong Maritime Week. The week's flagship event was the 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC), jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), which came to a close last Wednesday. This signature two-day event for the maritime, air freight, logistics and supply chain management sectors and shippers from diverse manufacturing industries drew more than 90 industry experts and leaders sharing insights at over 30 sessions. ALMAC this year attracted more than 14,000 online and physical participants from over 50 countries and regions.The 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference, jointly organised by the Government of HKSAR and HKTDC, concluded successfully today, attracting more than 14,000 physical and online participants from over 50 countries and regions.Daryl Tay, President, North Asia District of UPS Parcel Delivery Service, said RCEP opens up huge opportunities in Asia.Simon Bennett, Deputy Secretary General of International Chamber of Shipping, said fuel producers and shipowners needed incentives to invest in the uptake of new fuels.Themed "The Future of the Sustainable Supply Chain: Connectivity, Collaboration, Innovation", the hybrid-format conference attracted industry players from around the world who expanded business connections and explored partnership opportunities both face-to-face and virtually. Satellite conference venues across Mainland China, the wider Asian region, Australia and Europe also hosted physical events. In addition to relaying the conference from Hong Kong, some satellite venues invited experts to address logistics issues and share their experiences as well as join face-to-face exchanges and business matching activities.Collaboration on supply chain integration to create opportunitiesIn the first Power Dialogue session, industry leaders discussed how Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) economies create opportunities by integrating regional trade and supply chains, and discussed strategic plans to capture opportunities. Daryl Tay, President, North Asia District of UPS Parcel Delivery Service, said RCEP opened huge opportunities in Asia. Regional collaboration was the key, so it was important to help SMEs understand the agreements and capitalise on RCEP opportunities.GBA, decarbonisation and sustainable developmentConnectivity is a major component of cooperation among the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) cities. The two maritime forums on day one brought together experts from maritime and technology sectors to examine Hong Kong's unique role as an international maritime hub. Speakers discussed shipping sustainability, decarbonisation and digitalisation through practical collaborative action and uncovered potential opportunities and benefits switching to sustainable and digitalised shipping. Simon Bennett, Deputy Secretary General of International Chamber of Shipping, said moves towards sustainable supply chains through measures, such as greener fuels, played a key role in supply chain optimisation. Limited time meant it was important that economic measures be developed at a global level because, despite positive progress, investors needed a prompt signal, while fuel producers and shipowners should have incentives to invest in new fuel uptake. Exhibitors showcase logistics solutionsComplementing the conference, an exhibition featured more than 50 stalls showcasing supply chain solutions and innovative logistics technologies to help SMEs enhance supply chain management. The HKTDC organised business matching meetings for participants and exhibitors to facilitate collaboration.Hong Kong Maritime Week flagship eventALMAC is the flagship event of Hong Kong Maritime Week, organised by the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board. The sixth Hong Kong Maritime Week runs from 20 to 26 November to showcase the vibrant Hong Kong maritime industry and promote Hong Kong as a preferred base for maritime business.ALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/Photo download: https://bit.ly/3V2OPqyAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.Media EnquiriesPlease contact Impact Communications Company:Cindy Chung, Tel: +852 9166 0827, Email: cindy.chung@impact-cc.comRaymond Lee, Tel: +852 6539 4089, Email: raymond.lee@impact-cc.comHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgClementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. Announces 2022/23 Interim Results ACN Newswire

Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. Announces 2022/23 Interim Results

2022-11-26
HONG KONG, Nov 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. ("Tat Hong" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group") (Stock Code: 2153), the first foreign-owned tower crane service provider established in the PRC, has announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 September 2022 (the "Period").During the Period, the Group recorded revenue of approximately RMB 387.4 million, representing a decrease of approximately 6.8% as compared with that for the six months ended 30 September 2021. Loss attributable to equity shareholders of the Company for the period amounted to approximately RMB 41.9 million, mainly due to the one-off currency exchange loss on USD borrowings and the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic (the "Pandemic"). The overall gross profit and gross profit margin decreased to RMB75.5 million and 19.5%, respectively. The Group's total Tonne Metres (TM) in use increased from approximately 1,479,145 for the period ended 30 September 2021 to 1,577,983 for the period ended 30 September 2022. As at 30 September 2022, the Group had 292 projects in progress with a total outstanding contract value of approximately RMB 605 million and 37 projects on hand with a total expected contract value of approximately RMB 68 million. Of these projects, the Group expects to complete contract work of approximately RMB 348 million by the end of 30 September 2023, demonstrating solid earnings visibility. Despite the gradual recovery in major economies and the surge in vaccination and immunity rates, the Pandemic has put pressure on every component of the Group's industry value chain. To contain the spread of the Pandemic throughout the country, numerous cities have adopted anti-pandemic measures, such as persistent or intermittent lockdowns, and certain projects were temporarily suspended on account of these measures. From April to June 2022, the Group's economic activities in eastern China were affected to a certain extent. In the meantime, against the backdrop of interest hikes by the US Fed and global inflation, economies around the world have encountered significant instability and pressure in the first half of the year. As the external environment remains volatile, the Group strives to adjust its operational strategy, optimise its management structure, and make timely and appropriate decisions in a bid to mitigate the risks brought by the Pandemic. Mr. Sean Yau, CEO of Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. said, "After years of the lingering Pandemic, the market remains sluggish and real estate has been severely impacted. Fortunately, the Group has optimised its business structure by placing a greater emphasis on the other business segments, reducing the real estate to approximately 30% of total revenue, which will mitigate the negative impact of the industry's downturn. In the meantime, we will shift our focus to the energy, infrastructure and public construction segments.""With the continuous introduction of favourable policies and the development direction of the 14th Five Year Plan, which includes initiatives centred on 'new infrastructure, new urbanisation and major projects' and the aim of carbon neutrality, we believe that there are unexpected opportunities emerging in the (energy) infrastructure market. With our strong reputation and expertise, we are confident about the Group's prospects."Mr. Roland Ng, Chairman of Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. concluded, "Going forward, we will use the Pandemic as an opportunity to stimulate and accelerate transformation, to accelerate the adoption and improvement of the digital platform 'iSmartCon', so as to further optimise the management of various stages of the production process. Moreover, we will focus on analysing the impact of the Pandemic on each business sector and project, reviewing and modifying strategic plans, and communicating updates with all stakeholders including suppliers, clients and employees. The Group will continue its efforts in meeting the increasing customer demands for prefabricated construction using medium and large size tower cranes, and to establish a standardised post-market service eco-system for tower cranes, with the aim of providing a sustainable foundation for a green, safe and environmentally friendly tower crane service industry value chain, while adhering to the proper safety standards and PRC prevention and control policies."About Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 2153)Tat Hong Equipment Service Co., Ltd. is the first foreign-owned tower crane service provider established in the PRC. Since 2007, the Group has established as a tower crane service provider for one-stop tower crane solution services from consultation, technical design, commissioning, construction to after-sales services primarily to Chinese Special-tier and Tier-1 EPC contractors. Guided by its core values, "Virtue, Safety and Excellence", the Group has successfully established its market position and maintained stable, reputable and loyal customer base in the construction industry in the PRC. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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达丰设备服务有限公司公布2022/23财年中期业绩 ACN Newswire

达丰设备服务有限公司公布2022/23财年中期业绩

2022-11-25
HONG KONG, Nov 25, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 达丰设备服务有限公司（「达丰」或「公司」，连同其附属公司统称「集团」）（股份代号：2153）为在中国成立的首家外资塔式起重机服务供货商，公布其截至2022年9月30日止六个月（「期内」）的中期业绩。期内，集团的收益为人民币387.4百万元，较截至2021年9月30日止年度下降约6.8%。公司权益持有人应占亏损约人民币41.9百万元，主要由于美元借贷的一次性汇兑亏损及2019冠状病毒病疫情（「疫情」）带来的经济衰退所致。整体毛利及毛利率分别下跌至人民币75.5百万元及19.5%。集团的使用总吨米由截至2021年9月30日止期间的约1,479,145增加至截至2022年9月30日止期间的1,577,983。截至2022年9月30日，集团有292个在建项目，未完成合约总值约人民币605百万元，手头项目共有37个，预期合约总值约人民币68百万元。其中，集团预期于截至2023年9月30日止完成总值约人民币348百万元的合约工程，显示来年将可录得高水平的盈利。尽管主要经济体逐渐复苏且疫苗接种率与免疫率激增，但是疫情对集团产业价值链上的每一个环节都添加了具大的压力。为遏制疫情蔓延，各地采取了持续或者间歇性的封控等防疫措施，导致部分项目短暂停工。在2022年4月到6月期间，集团在华东区域的经济活动受到冲击。同时期内，受到美联储加息以及全球经济通货膨胀的影响，全球经济面临大幅波动和压力。在外部环境不稳定的状态下，集团积极调整经营战略，优化内部管理结构，及时做出适当的决策，减少疫情带来的风险。达丰设备服务有限公司行政总裁邱国燊先生表示：「疫情持续多年后，市场仍然低迷，房地产行业已经受到严重的冲击。幸运的是，集团已经优化了其业务结构，更加重视其他类型业务，令地产相关的分部收益减少至总收益的30%，将减轻行业低迷的负面影响。同时，我们将把重心转移到能源、基础设施和公共建设领域。随着国家利好政策的不断出台，并在『十四五』规划的发展方向指引下，包括以『两新一重』（新基础设施、新城镇化和重大项目）为中心的举措和碳中和的目标的带领下，我们相信在（能源）基础设施市场会出现意想不到的机遇。凭借我们强大的声誉和专业知识，我们对集团的前景充满信心。」达丰设备服务有限公司主席黄山忠先生总结:「未来，集团将以疫情为契机以激发并加速转型，并加快采用和完善数字化平台 『爱建通』，从而进一步提升生产过程中各阶段的管理。此外，我们将重点分析疫情对各业务分部及项目的影响，审查及修改策略计划，并与向所有利益相关者（包括供货商、客户及雇员）提供最新情况。集团将继续努力满足客户对中大型塔式起重机装配式建筑日益增长的需求，并建立标准化的塔式起重机后市场服务生态系统，在遵守相关的安全标准及中国的防控政策的同时，为打造绿色、安全及环保的塔式起重机服务产业价值链提供可持续发展的基础。」有关达丰设备服务有限公司（股份代号：2153）达丰设备服务有限公司为中国首家外资塔式起重机服务供货商。自2007 年以来，集团主要向中国特级及一级EPC 承建商提供咨询、技术设计、调试、施工至售后服务等一站式塔式起重机解决方案服务。集团主要参与基建、能源、商业及住宅行业的工程、采购及建筑项目。作为新加坡注册企业Tat Hong Holdings Ltd.的间接附属公司，集团于2021年1月13日在香港联交所上市。在「厚德、安全及卓越」的核心价值观指导下，集团已成功建立领先的市场地位，并保持稳固的客户关系，在员工安全意识、服务质量和技术优势方面树立了良好的声誉。有关详情，请浏览：http://www.tathongchina.com/。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Jacobson Pharma Announces FY2023 Interim Results ACN Newswire

Jacobson Pharma Announces FY2023 Interim Results

2022-11-25
HONG KONG, Nov 25, 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 interim results of the Company and its subsidiaries (collectively the "Group") for the six months ended 30 September 2022 (the "Reporting Period").KEY HIGHLIGHTS-- Revenue grew by 8.9% period-on-period, totaled HK$817.4 million-- Profit for the period up by 77.8%, amounted to HK$147.4 million -- Profit attributable to equity shareholders up by 70.2%, amounted to HK$136.2 million-- Sound financial position with net gearing ratio decreased from 29.2% to 20.8% -- The Board declares an interim dividend of HK2.8 cents per share-- Promising sales growth witnessed on certain key therapeutic lines including cardio-vascular, anti-diabetic as well as cold and flu products.-- Arsenic Trioxide Oral Solution, being the first specialty medicine made in the Group's PIC/S GMP plant alongside robust clinical substantiation, attained approval for use in designated hospitals in the Greater Bay AreaDuring the Reporting Period, the Group delivered total revenue of HK$817.4 million, which represented a period-on-period growth of 8.9%. Gross profit increased by 24.8% to HK$340.4 million, whilst profit attributable to equity shareholders amounted to HK$136.2 million, up by 70.2%, which was mainly attributed to the uplifted sales revenue, alongside the enhancement in product mix and operating leverage, coupled with the subsidies from the HKSAR Government pertinent to the Employment Support Scheme.The Group maintains a healthy financial position as supported by its strong cash flows, with adjusted EBITDA of HK$290.5 million for the Reporting Period and the net gearing ratio decreased significantly from 29.2% as at 31 March 2022 to 20.8% as at the end of the Reporting Period. In addition, the Group has a sound cash position, with cash and cash equivalents of HK$860.4 million as at the end of the Reporting Period. The Board declares the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended 30 September 2022 of HK2.8 cents per share, up by 133.3% as compared to HK1.2 cents of FY2022 Interim.Robust Portfolio of Essential Medicines to Meet Healthcare DemandDuring the reported period, the generic drugs business of the Group demonstrated resilient performance, driven by steady growth in both private and public sectors. Overall growth was benefitted from the easing of social distancing measures which facilitated the resumption of medical consultation visits in both public and private sectors in Hong Kong, thus boosting the demand for essential drugs as well as specialty medicines.Amid the fifth wave of the epidemic outbreak, the Group geared up its production and supply of symptomatic relief medicines to cater for the increased public demand, which was reflected by the growth of 48.5% in the Group's range of cold and flu preparations in the public sector for the Reporting Period.In addition, exhibiting a robust trend, medications for the aging population and chronic disease patients continued to present a strong demand. A case in point was that angiotensin II receptor antagonists and lipid-lowering products in the cardiovascular product class recorded a strong growth of 66.4% and 60.0% respectively in the private sector during the Reporting Period.Steady Product Pipeline and Continuous Efforts in Portfolio EnhancementAs a continuous effort to meet the medical and patient needs with quality essential medicines, the Group launched a number of new products including Atorvastatin Tablet, Trimetazidine Modified Release Tablet, Olmesartan Tablets, Bicalutamide Tablet, Ofloxacin Ear Drop and Idarubicin Injection during the Reporting Period. Additionally, the Group has secured registration approval for 21 new products for upcoming market launches.As of 30 September 2022, the Group has a total of 177 products in its research and development pipeline, among which 59 items have been approved for registration, 14 of them have been submitted for registration, 48 items have finished the development stage and are under stability preparation or stability study, and 27 items currently under formulation or pre-formulation research development stage.Making In-roads into the Greater Bay AreaThe Group's collaboration with the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital in introducing its oral solution treatment for acute promyelocytic leukemia, Arsenic Trioxide Oral Solution, into designated hospitals in the Greater Bay Area has been given approval by Guangdong Province Medical Product Administration. This marked the first Hong Kong-made specialty medicine ever gained approval under the "Interim Regulations on the Administration for Importing Urgently Needed Clinical Drugs and Medical Devices from Hong Kong and Macao to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area of Guangdong Province".Formulation of ESG Strategy and Respective KPIsAs a corporate citizen that places long-term commitment to environmental, social and governance ("ESG") duties, Jacobson Pharma has formulated and progressed on its ESG strategy, "Jacobson 5 to Thrive", which underpins five priority areas, namely, product responsibility, commitment to employees, environmental stewardship, societal engagement and corporate governance duty. In response to such strategy, key performance indicators (KPIs) have been set and will continue to be evaluated from time to time in order to track respective progress on priority issues and programs, including greenhouse gas emissions, water and electricity usage, as well as utilisation of renewable energy.Mr. Derek Sum, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Jacobson Pharma, noted, "Although COVID-19 has had an impact on the Group's business performance, we believe it will be transient. We are delighted that Jacobson Pharma achieved notable growth momentum in the first half of FY2023 amid the volatile economic sentiment. Thanks to the concerted effort of our teams, we delivered a resilient performance across both private and public sectors for our core business demonstrating an enhanced operational efficiency and a disciplined cost control. "We remain positive about the future outlook of the healthcare industry and the growth prospect of the market for essential medicines. To capitalise on the emerging opportunities, we will continue to focus on advancing the Group's growth strategies and positioning it as an eminent provider of essential medicines and specialty drugs in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area."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 Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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The Hong Kong Institute of Directors Holds Silver Jubilee Dinner and Presentation Ceremony for Directors Of The Year Awards 2022 ACN Newswire

The Hong Kong Institute of Directors Holds Silver Jubilee Dinner and Presentation Ceremony for Directors Of The Year Awards 2022

2022-11-25
HONG KONG, Nov 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") has announced the winners of the Directors Of The Year Awards ("DYA") 2022. As the flagship project of HKIoD, DYA is one of the most prestigious business accolades in Hong Kong and the first of its kind in Asia. It seeks to recognise outstanding boards and directors, publicise the significance of good corporate governance and promote good corporate governance and director professionalism. The Awards were presented during the Silver Jubilee Dinner that celebrates the 25th Anniversary of both HKSAR and HKIoD, both having operated since 1 July 1997.Financial Services and the Treasury (6th from the left, 1st row) bestows on the long-term loyal members of HKIoD souvenirs in recognition as Silver Jubilee Stars. They joined the membership in 1997, the inception year of HKIoD.Congratulations to the awardees, who are inspiring role models for all directors!This year's theme of work by HKIoD, notably in the Awards, is 'From Resilience to Sustainability', reflective of what directors have learnt over the years as resilience is the most important quality a company needs to survive in the ever-changing world and sustainability is the ultimate goal of every company.The winners have been recognised for their ability to cultivate resilience in their businesses to the degree that they are able to anticipate, prepare for and respond to incremental change in an age of great disruption, whilst setting the pace for excellent sustainability-focused leadership now and into the future. The winners of DYA 2022 in the various award categories are listed below: Listed Companies CategoriesExecutive Directors-- Mr TAI Chun KitFour Seas Group-- Ms TANG Mei Wah Town Ray Holdings Limited Boards-- Baguio Green Group Limited -- China Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited -- Tai Hing Holdings Group LtdNon-listed Companies CategoriesExecutive Directors-- Ms LINShun Heung, Ophelia Meiriki Japan Company Limited Boards-- Hong Yip Holdings LtdStatutory/Non-Profit Distributing Organisations CategoriesExecutive Directors-- Ms LI Sum, Helen The Institute of Internal Auditors Hong Kong Limited Non-Executive Directors-- Ms Cordelia CHUNGHong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation -- Mr Dennis HOChiu PingHong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation -- Mr Andrew JONES Kely Support Group Boards-- Competition Commission -- Board of Consumer Council -- General Committee of Federation of Hong Kong Industries -- Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation About Directors Of The Year AwardsThe Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") is Hong Kong's premier body representing directors to foster the long-term success of companies through advocacy and standards-setting in corporate governance and professional development for directors. A non-profit-distributing organisation with membership consisting of directors from listed and non-listed companies, HKIoD is committed to providing directors with educational programmes and information service and establishing an influential voice in representing directors. With international perspectives and a multi-cultural environment, HKIoD conducts business in biliteracy and trilingualism. HKIoD is a member institute of the Global Network of Director Institutes, a worldwide alliance of leading director institutes.About The Hong Kong Institute of DirectorsThe Hong Kong Institute of Directors is Hong Kong's premier body representing directors to foster the long-term success of companies through advocacy and standards-setting in corporate governance and professional development for directors. A non-profit-distributing organisation with membership consisting of directors from listed and non-listed companies, HKIoD is committed to providing directors with educational programmes and information service and establishing an influential voice in representing directors. With international perspectives and a multi-cultural environment, HKIoD conducts business in biliteracy and trilingualism. Website: http://www.hkiod.com.Media Enquiries:Strategic Public Relations Group LimitedBrenda Chan +852 2114 4396/ brenda.chan@sprg.com.hkChak Yau +852 2114 4395/ chak.yau@sprg.com.hkDirectors Of The Year Awards:The Hong Kong Institute of Directors Odessa So +852 2889 4988 / odessa.so@hkiod.comJoanne Yam +852 2889 1414/ joanne.yam@hkiod.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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穆迪：确认渤海银行“Baa3”长期存款评级 展望维持稳定 ACN Newswire

穆迪：确认渤海银行“Baa3”长期存款评级 展望维持稳定

2022-11-25
HONG KONG, Nov 25, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 据香港万得通讯社报道，近日，享誉全球的国际权威评级机构——穆迪投资者服务公司（Moody’s Investors Service，以下简称“穆迪”） 发布报告，确认渤海银行股份有限公司（以下简称“渤海银行”）（9668.HK）Baa3的长期存款评级，同时维持渤海银行主体信用评级为投资级评级，展望稳定。市场人士评价指出，这一评级结果显示出国际主流评级机构对渤海银行经营发展情况的认可，将有助于提振投资人信心，为渤海银行在国际资本市场提高议价能力及降低融资成本奠定良好的基础。流动性状况稳定适中 系统重要性日益凸显信用是金融交易得以产生的原动力与核心基础。作为提供金融交易主体履约能力或偿付能力评判主体的信用评级机构，其出具的资信报告、风险提示成为越来越多金融交易、投资决策乃至监管部门的判断基础风险的重要依据。穆迪在此次发布的报告中指出：此次维持渤海银行的评级和稳定展望，反映了穆迪预期未来12-18个月，该行的财务状况将总体保持稳定，并且同期中国政府对该行提供支持的意愿和能力将基本维持不变。同时维持渤海银行主体信用评级为投资级评级，展望稳定。尽管国内外疫情持续对业务开展产生部分影响，但渤海银行近年来为减少对高风险行业的贷款敞口和对影子银行产品的投资敞口，采取了多种降风险举措，这也表明该行战略重点从规模扩张转向高质量发展。穆迪预计，未来12-18个月，渤海银行的流动性状况将维持在稳定的适中水平，核心一级资本充足率仍将维持在8.0%-9.0%以上。此外，穆迪还在报告中指出，渤海银行的系统重要性在多方面日益得到凸显：从成立背景来看，该行是在天津成立的唯一一家全国性股份制商业银行，具有强大的政府持股背景，其中各类央企和天津政府下属实体持股50.45%。从战略地位来看，作为天津市最大的国有金融机构，渤海银行是政府进一步发展和加强天津市金融服务业规划下的旗舰企业。因此，渤海银行的存款评级、交易对手风险评级和交易对手风险评估有3个子级的提升，分别达到Baa3、Baa3和Baa3（cr）。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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阳光保险通过港交所聆讯：多战略并举 高质量发展

2022-11-24
HONG KONG, Nov 24, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 香港市场有望新添一枚稀缺保险标的。11月21日，港交所文件显示，阳光保险集团股份有限公司（“阳光保险”）通过聆讯，赴港上市进入冲刺阶段。若阳光保险成功登陆港交所，将成为中国第10家上市险企，也将成为继中国人保、中国平安、中国太保、中国太平、中再保险集团之后的第六家上市保险集团公司。在中国的众多险企中，阳光保险是一隻快速成长的新生力量，公司以“打造高质量发展、高价值成长的保险服务集团”为战略目标，多战略并重推进，致力于成为专业领先的家庭保险保障服务提供商与值得信赖的企业风险管理伙伴。从客户价值创造出发 分类实施客户经营战略在客户经营方面，阳光保险根据客户群体性质，对个人客户及团体客户分别实施针对性的发展战略，客户经营水平持续提升。个人客户方面，阳光保险基于不同的家庭类型以及不同家庭阶段个人需求的不同，为客户提供优质差异化的综合保险服务，实现客户有效需求与保险公司有效供给的匹配，从而为客户和公司自身创造价值。团体客户方面，公司聚焦价值创造，深耕价值客户，坚持价值发展，不断改善团体客户的风险管理能力，努力成为团体客户一揽子风险管理服务的忠诚伙伴。凭借对客户的洞察能力，阳光保险能够更好地识别不同客户购买需求偏好，从而能够提供更加适配需求的产品及服务，赋能销售队伍，促进业务增长。通过多年发展，公司客群经营有效夯实，客户群体逐步增多，截至2022年6月30日，拥有约3,150万名个人客户和约80万家团体客户。加强渠道专业化建设 以渠道成长赋能企业成长保险行业转型趋势下，渠道的核心价值决定了企业的竞争优势。阳光保险通过强化渠道专业化建设，促进传统渠道与新兴渠道融合互补，推动业务高质量发展。寿险代理人渠道上，阳光保险通过实施差异化的经营策略，以匹配当地市场需求。在二线及以上城市，公司主打中高端客群的增值服务项目，通过打造高素质和高产能的队伍，优化队伍专业化服务能力。在三线及以下区域，公司针对大众家庭的增值服务，逐渐丰富保险产品类型。寿险银保渠道上，公司坚持价值发展，实施渠道分类经营，稳步扩大中高优质客群，银保渠道保费收入占比逐年上升。产险业务方面，深耕渠道专业化能力建设，在巩固和强化传统直销渠道的同时，进一步加强新直销渠道建设，推进网销、电销一体化转型，发挥直联客户优势。此外，阳光保险充分发挥集团协同优势，积极培育职域营销和私域营销两大新型营销渠道。在职域营销上，公司通过与团体客户的深度合作，引导团体客户向个人客户转化，深度挖掘客户价值，打开个人高端客户的增长空间。在私域营销上，公司以客户为中心，通过私域客户经营、线上化客户服务，打造从线上获客到运营转化的经营闭环，充分增强盈利能力。长期来看，保险行业正从高速发展向高质量发展转变，阳光保险通过多元化的发展战略，持续提高客户服务质量，增进客户认可度，有助于其把握未来行业转型下的发展机遇，实现“让人们拥有更多的阳光”的使命。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Perfect Medical Announces Interim Results for FY2022/23

2022-11-23
HONG KONG, Nov 23, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Perfect Medical Health Management Limited (the "Company" , Stock Code: 1830.HK), one of the largest aesthetic medical operators in the world, together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Group"), is pleased to announce its interim results for the six months ended 30 September 2022.RESULTS HIGHLIGHTS-- The Group's revenue decreased by 16.6% to HK$668.3 million, impacted by Covid-19 pandemic causing suspension of 20 days in Hong Kong, 39 days in Macau, as well a business disruption for an average of 14 days, 23 days, 63 days and 19 days across Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai and Beijing respectively.-- The second quarter marked a 52.1% growth in revenue quarter-on-quarter in Hong Kong following the ease of Covid-19 pandemic.-- The Group's EBITDA decreased by 25.5% to HK$229.7 million.-- The Group's net profit decreased by 30.4% to HK$150.7 million, representing the net profit margin of 22.5%. Basic earnings per share was HK12.1 cents.-- The Board recommends the payment of an interim dividend of HK13.0 cents per share, representing a dividend payout ratio of 107.4%.-- The Group operated a total of 307,000 square feet in Hong Kong, China, Australia and Singapore, with an addition of three shops in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Beijing during the period.For the period under review, the Group's performance has been impacted by the slower consumption trend in Hong Kong and the return of the pandemic in China. The Group's revenue decreased by 16.6% to HK$668.3 million (FY2022 interim: HK$801.6 million). At EBITDA level, the Group decreased by 25.5% to HK$229.7 million (FY2022 interim: HK$308.2 million). During the period, the Group has taken a prudent approach in our business expansion, enhancing operating efficiency, business mobility and adaptability in the forefront to better protect the assets and profitability of the Company. Profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was HK$150.7 million, dropped 30.4% year-on-year (FY2022 interim: HK$216.4 million), representing a net profit margin of 22.5% for the period (FY2022 interim: 27.0%). Basic earnings per share was HK12.1 cents (FY2022 interim: HK17.7 cents).As of September 2022, the Group operated a total of 307,000 square feet in Hong Kong, China and overseas. Hong Kong OperationRevenue from Hong Kong operation decreased by 21.5% to HK$492.4 million (FY2022 interim: HK$627.5 million), owing partly to the suspension of business on 1 April 2022 to 20 April 2022 as well as the slower recovery in the first quarter when we resumed our business operation. Following the ease of pandemic, second quarter in Hong Kong marked a 52.1% growth in revenue quarter-on-quarter. As of 30 September 2022, the Group has a well established network of service centres in Hong Kong covering a total of 189,000 square feet. During the period, the Group has opened an additional service centre in Yuen Long to capture additional demand in the surrounding areas. With the gradual resumption of business in last few months, we witnessed a progressive improvement in customer spending and shop utilisation in the aesthetic medical business. Continual effort were made through the combination of online and offline marketing to reach out to existing and new customers.As for the medical business, our current scope comprises a range of complementary services including hair growth treatment, pain treatment, health screening service and others, which allows the Company to enjoy additional revenue stream from the existing customers through cross-selling and further reinforces the Group's image as a one-stop shop for your beauty and medical in Hong Kong.Regions outside Hong KongRevenue from regions outside Hong Kong increased by 1.0% to HK$175.9 million (FY2022 interim: HK$174.1 million), impacted substantially by the suspension of business in China and Macau but compensated by the encouraging performance in both Singapore and Australia. As of 30 September 2022, the Group has an extensive network in China, Macau, Sydney, Melbourne and Singapore, covering a gross service area of approximately 118,000 square feet.For the period under review, our business in China continued to record decent profit amid the difficult circumstance. Currently, the Group focuses on the first tier cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen to maintain superior branding in the industry. During the period, the Group has opened two shops in strategic locations in Guangzhou and Beijing to strengthen our presence. ProspectsDr. Au-Yeung Kong, the executive director, chairman and chief executive officer of Perfect Medical, said that "as a home-grown enterprise which has been established for more than 19 years, the Group is confident on the long term prospect of our aesthetic medical and medical service business model. In future, the Group will expand both organically and inorganically to offer additional and complementary services to our customers.While the pandemic fluctuation is going to be short-term, the Company will be cautiously expanding our geographical coverage and replicating our success in mainland China and overseas in the coming years, taking advantage on our efficient business model.Looking ahead, the Company will increase the proportion of medical services and proceed with its international business expansion, with a view to becoming a truly multinational medical group."For further information of the Group's FY2022/23 interim results, please refer to the Company's Interim Results Announcement on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website at: https://www1.hkexnews.hk/listedco/listconews/sehk/2022/1123/2022112300240_c.pdfAbout Perfect Medical Health Management LimitedPerfect Medical Health Management Limited is a multinational aesthetic medical corporate and one of the largest aesthetic medical operators in the world 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 307,000 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)
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Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference concludes ACN Newswire

Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference concludes

2022-11-23
HONG KONG, Nov 23, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - With a lengthy history as a global trading port, Hong Kong this week hosted the 6th edition of Hong Kong Maritime Week. The week's flagship event was the 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC), jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), which came to a close today. This signature two-day event for the maritime, air freight, logistics and supply chain management sectors and shippers from diverse manufacturing industries drew more than 90 industry experts and leaders sharing insights at over 30 sessions. ALMAC this year attracted more than 14,000 online and physical participants from over 50 countries and regions.The 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference, jointly organised by the Government of HKSAR and HKTDC, concluded successfully today, attracting more than 14,000 physical and online participants from over 50 countries and regions.Daryl Tay, President, North Asia District of UPS Parcel Delivery Service, said RCEP opens up huge opportunities in Asia.Simon Bennett, Deputy Secretary General of International Chamber of Shipping, said fuel producers and shipowners needed incentives to invest in the uptake of new fuels.Themed "The Future of the Sustainable Supply Chain: Connectivity, Collaboration, Innovation", the hybrid-format conference attracted industry players from around the world who expanded business connections and explored partnership opportunities both face-to-face and virtually. Satellite conference venues across Mainland China, the wider Asian region, Australia and Europe also hosted physical events. In addition to relaying the conference from Hong Kong, some satellite venues invited experts to address logistics issues and share their experiences as well as join face-to-face exchanges and business matching activities.Collaboration on supply chain integration to create opportunitiesIn the first Power Dialogue session, industry leaders discussed how Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) economies create opportunities by integrating regional trade and supply chains, and discussed strategic plans to capture opportunities. Daryl Tay, President, North Asia District of UPS Parcel Delivery Service, said RCEP opened huge opportunities in Asia. Regional collaboration was the key, so it was important to help SMEs understand the agreements and capitalise on RCEP opportunities.GBA, decarbonisation and sustainable developmentConnectivity is a major component of cooperation among the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) cities. The two maritime forums on day one brought together experts from maritime and technology sectors to examine Hong Kong's unique role as an international maritime hub. Speakers discussed shipping sustainability, decarbonisation and digitalisation through practical collaborative action and uncovered potential opportunities and benefits switching to sustainable and digitalised shipping. Simon Bennett, Deputy Secretary General of International Chamber of Shipping, said moves towards sustainable supply chains through measures, such as greener fuels, played a key role in supply chain optimisation. Limited time meant it was important that economic measures be developed at a global level because, despite positive progress, investors needed a prompt signal, while fuel producers and shipowners should have incentives to invest in new fuel uptake. Exhibitors showcase logistics solutionsComplementing the conference, an exhibition featured more than 50 stalls showcasing supply chain solutions and innovative logistics technologies to help SMEs enhance supply chain management. The HKTDC organised business matching meetings for participants and exhibitors to facilitate collaboration.Hong Kong Maritime Week flagship eventALMAC is the flagship event of Hong Kong Maritime Week, organised by the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board. The sixth Hong Kong Maritime Week runs from 20 to 26 November to showcase the vibrant Hong Kong maritime industry and promote Hong Kong as a preferred base for maritime business.ALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/Photo download: https://bit.ly/3V2OPqyAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.Media EnquiriesPlease contact Impact Communications Company:Cindy Chung, Tel: +852 9166 0827, Email: cindy.chung@impact-cc.comRaymond Lee, Tel: +852 6539 4089, Email: raymond.lee@impact-cc.comHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgClementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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力勤资源招股中：业绩强劲增长 下游需求传导长期增长空间广阔

2022-11-23
HONG KONG, Nov 23, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 随着全球电动汽车电池的市场规模逐步增长，作为动力电池重要原材料之一的镍，其需求端也迎来爆发，并带动相关企业成为市场关注热点。11月21日-11月24日，镍全产业链龙头宁波力勤资源科技股份有限公司（下称「力勤资源」或「公司」，股份代号：2245.HK）在港招股，预计于12月1日正式登陆港交所。中金公司、招银国际为联席保荐人。市场领先地位稳固 竞争优势明显力勤资源是一家镍产品贸易及生产领域的领先公司。按2021年的镍产品贸易量计，公司在全球排名第一；按2021年的镍矿贸易量计，在中国排名第一。公司的镍矿贸易量在2019年、2020年及2021年均为中国第一，2021年的市场份额为26.8%。在镍产品生产领域，根据灼识咨询报告，力勤资源在印度尼西亚布局的HPAL项目是全球现金成本最低的镍钴化合物生产项目。该项目采取目前全球处理中低品位红土镍矿最先进的工艺——第三代HPAL工艺，并对其进行优化和调整，进一步提高了产能，降低了能耗和生产成本。通过在关键流程及工艺上的突破，力勤资源得以在运营效率及盈利能力方面取得先发优势。值得一提的是，力勤资源以镍资源整合为方向，加速向产业链中下游垂直延伸，完成了对镍产业链环节的垂直整合。通过涵盖镍资源的上游采购及贸易、供应链服务、镍产品生产、技术改进、工程设计连同产业园建设及运营，公司能够提供一站式解决方案，全面满足客户的需求，创造更大效益。锂电池高镍路线成风口 需求旺盛助推业绩高增长在动力电池领域，由于三元电池的能量密度更高，真实续航里程更长，因而在近年来得到广泛应用。在三元电池中，高镍三元电池又因其具备更高的能量密度以及更具成本优势，预期将成为新能源汽车行业的主流选择。根据灼识咨询报告，2021年至2026年，全球新能源汽车产业中硫酸镍的需求量预计将以30.0%复合年增长率增长，并于2026年达到1,403.3千金属吨。对镍生产企业来说，伴随着下游需求中电池对硫酸镍的需求增速显著，红土镍矿湿法冶炼-湿法中间品-硫酸镍-电池的路径重要性逐步凸显。力勤资源的HPAL项目在镍化合物生产上具备技术优势和成本优势，且具备120,000金属吨镍钴化合物（包括14,250金属吨钴）的总年设计产能，有望助力其成为下游电池厂商重要的原料供货商，并增厚公司业绩。HPAL项目一期于2021年5月投产后对公司业绩提升显著。2021年及2022年上半年，力勤资源的收入分别为人民币4,088.3百万元及人民币9,978.3百万元，同比增长144.1%。同期公司净利润分别为人民币89.0百万元及人民币2,289.6百万元，同比增长超24倍。可以预见，在下游新能源电池对镍需求驱动下，力勤资源的增长空间正在打开。总体而言，力勤资源通过向上游镍矿与下游镍产品的全产业链布局，在拓宽公司营收来源的同时，有助于公司充分发挥产业链各环节的协同效应，增强公司的可持续发展能力和核心竞争力。未来，在镍资源需求保持稳定增长的预期加持下，力勤资源的长期发展值得期待。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Vietnam – Hong Kong New Vision . New Opportunities – Smart Cities’ Leaders Forum Closes with Great Success ACN Newswire

Vietnam – Hong Kong New Vision . New Opportunities – Smart Cities’ Leaders Forum Closes with Great Success

2022-11-22
HONG KONG, Nov 22, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Supported by the Consulate General of Vietnam in Hong Kong, hosted by CT Group, and organized by New Media Foundation and Aliquantum Group, "Vietnam - Hong Kong: New Vision . New Opportunities - Smart Cities' Leaders" forum-cum-luncheon (the "forum") was successfully held at Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong this afternoon. The gathering of ministerial officials, business leaders and professionals from diverse industries at the forum discussed the booming business opportunities in and between Vietnam and Hong Kong. The forum featured a welcome speech made by Mr Wu Ting Yuk, Anthony, GBS, JP, Member of the Standing Committee of the CPPCC National Committee and Honourable Advisor, New Media Foundation, with him mentioning the changes Vietnam has undergone for the betterment of future and that this forum has given them a great chance to discuss tourism, culture and other business opportunities between Vietnam and Hong Kong. Followed by addresses from Mr Pham Binh Dam, Consulate-General of the S.R of Viet Nam in the Hong Kong SAR and also Professor Hu Shao Ming, Herman, SBS, JP, Deputy, the 12th/13th National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China and Chairman, Ryoden Development Ltd., expressing their appreciation of the forum's aim of promoting cooperation between Vietnam and Hong Kong. The aforementioned together with Mr Tran Kim Chung, Chairman of CT Group; Ms Tran Ghue Giao, Member of the Board of Directors of CT Group and CT Land; Academician, Dr Pham Khoi Nguyen, Senior advisor of CT Group; Dr Lam Kin Chung, Honorary Doctoral of Hanoi University; Mr Tse Hoi Ga, Edgar, Chief Operating Officer of CT Land; Professor Chiu Tsang Hok Wan, BBS, JP, Founding Chairman, Greater China Culture Global Association and Dr Ho Wai Fung, Vincent, Founder and Chairman, New Media Foundation, cut the ribbon to official mark the start of the forum. At the forum, Mr Tran Kim Chung made a presentation themed "Vietnam's New Vision . New Opportunities", during which he shared his insights on the potentials Vietnam has and his hope to promote in-depth trade exchanges among ASEAN countries. CT Group, one of the largest developers in Vietnam, has with foresights spent the last 30 years meticulously preparing to "shift and become a future technology dragon" and a comprehensive urban developer. Mr Tran Kim Chung stated: "CT Group will continue to build on its strengths and play a vital role in business cooperation, supporting the incredible development in both Hong Kong and Vietnam, plus aiding their connection with the international market."The panel discussion at the forum had Professor Hung Wai Man, Witman, JP, as moderator, and Mr Pong Po Lam, Paul and Professor Lam Pong Yuen, Howard, as guest speakers, sharing their inspiring insights under the theme "New Opportunities". The speakers highly rated Hong Kong's internationally-recognised, forward-looking financial regulatory environment and emphasised Vietnam's great development prospects, as well as the strive to push for new breakthroughs and stronger ties between the two sides.The forum closed with the remarks of Dr Ho Wai Fung, Vincent. He said: "On behalf of New Media Foundation, I give my heartfelt appreciation to all of our guests who are here today to share with us their valuable insights. I believe the forum has given us a guiding vision on achieving interconnection between Vietnam and Hong Kong and seeing that interconnection become yet more diverse and in-depth in the future." Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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The 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference Opens ACN Newswire

The 12th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference Opens

2022-11-22
HONG KONG, Nov 22, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The 12th edition of the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC), jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in person and online. This year's ALMAC is expected to attract over 14,000 viewers from over 50 countries and regions. At this annual signature event for the maritime, air freight, logistics and supply chain management sectors and shippers from different industries, more than 90 industry experts and leaders will share their insights at close to 30 sessions.Dr Peter Lam, HKTDC Chairman, said the disruption and delays caused by the pandemic in the past three years have highlighted an urgent need to assess how we can manage supply chains differently, so they are better equipped to withstand future challenges.The opening session was officiated by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR.The 12th edition of the Asia Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference, jointly organised by HKTDC and Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in a hybrid format.Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC welcomed international delegates to the conference, saying: "In the past year, economies have confronted a myriad of challenges, not least the pandemic, war, inflation and rising energy prices. No country or region, including Hong Kong, is immune to these developments. This attests to how connected our world is today. We may live on opposite sides of the world from each other, but the phenomenon of globalisation has, particularly over the last few decades, intertwined our fates ever closer. The logistics, maritime and aviation industries are a principal driver and guardian of our interconnectedness. In today's increasingly globalised world, they flourish most in an environment of stability. The resilience and sustainability of global supply chains guarantee their continued growth. The disruption and delays caused by the pandemic in the past three years have highlighted an urgent need to assess how we can manage supply chains differently, so they are better equipped to withstand future challenges."Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, officiated at the online opening, saying: "There is clear and compelling direction in the National 14th Five-Year Plan and the development plan for the Greater Bay Area. Together, they confirm Hong Kong's future as both an international shipping centre and a premier international aviation hub. To achieve those goals, Hong Kong will continue to integrate into our country's overall economic development. We will fully embrace the boundless opportunities they present us, in logistics - and a great deal more. There is, strategic direction, too, in this year's theme: 'The Future of the Sustainable Supply Chain: Connectivity, Collaboration, Innovation.' It hammers home what we need to realise the future we want."International speakers analyse the latest trends in the global logistics, shipping and air freight industriesThis year's conference featured a wide range of panel discussions and forums with a strong line-up of speakers. Global industry leaders discussed international and regional collaboration, the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), innovation and technology, and sustainable developments from a variety of perspectives.In the keynote address this morning, Xiangchen Zhang, Deputy-Director General of the World Trade Organization, examined how governments and businesses in the international arena may join forces to mitigate the impact of supply chain disruption."Challenges and opportunities are the two sides of the same coin. To address common challenges in global supply chains, we will rely on connectivity, collaboration and innovation," said Zhang.This was followed by the Plenary Session featuring global business leaders, including Mathieu Renard Biron, Managing Director of Global Freight Forwarding of Kerry Logistics, Ludovic Renou, CEO of CMA CGM China and Wilkie Wong, Chief Financial Officer of Esquel Group, who discussed how business evolution and supply chain transformation can steer business growth and achieve sustainable development amidst the current economic climate by building connectivity, fostering collaboration and driving innovation.Mathieu Renard Biron said: "Given all the disruptions of supply chain in the past two years, more opportunities will be coming from Asia while leading to the change of people's expectations and experiences." He added that collaborations and partnerships are needed to foster innovation. The use of AI machine learning technology, for example, is part of our new normal.Air Freight Forum: Hong Kong as an international aviation hub in the post-pandemic eraAs an international aviation hub, the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) is one of the busiest and most advanced airports in the world. The Air Freight Forum, co-organised with the Airport Authority Hong Kong, discussed HKIA's "Airport City" vision covering the third runway, express air cargo terminal expansion, the new premium logistics centre, staff training strategies and the synergy created by HKIA and airports in Mainland China.Maritime Forum: The Way forwardConnectivity is a major component of cooperation among GBA cities. In the first of two Maritime Forums on day one, leaders from the maritime and technology sectors examined Hong Kong's role as an international maritime hub in the GBA. Industry experts engaged in conversation on shipping sustainability, decarbonisation and digitalisation in the second Forum.The Power Dialogue, titled "Asia for Asia - Powering the Growth of Supply Chain Networks", featured Kian Chuan Chang, Regional Director of Customs Brokerage & Trade Compliance of GEODIS APAC (Holdings), Wingco Lo, Executive Vice President of The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, Daryl Tay, President, North Asia District of UPS Parcel Delivery Service and Eva Tsang, Assistant Vice President and Executive Director Opal Cosmetics Group. They looked at how RCEP creates opportunities through the integration of regional trade and supply chains and shared their strategic plans for capturing future opportunities.In the Thematic Session, Terence Chiu, Commissioner of the Hong Kong Export Credit Insurance Corporation, together with Ivy Tse, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of FreightAmigo, shared how businesses can capture opportunities created by supply chain integration in the GBA. This session provided practical insights and solutions for SMEs looking for expansion into the GBA.Tech experts at InnoTalks underscored game-changing innovative solutions and technologies that are driving advancements in modern logistics and smart supply chain development, helping companies to stay ahead of shifting consumer demands and expectations.Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Exhibition: Connecting logistics technology and solution providers with shippersOver 50 exhibitors showcased their latest logistics and supply chain solutions, and innovative technologies to help SMEs enhance their global supply chain management. The HKTDC also arranged business matching sessions for participants to drive more business cooperation.In addition to the main physical event in Hong Kong, the HKTDC organised ALMAC satellite conferences in Chengdu, Fuzhou, Wuhan, Taiwan, Budapest, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Milan, Paris, Sydney and Warsaw. In addition to running a live broadcast of the Conference, some experts participated in selected satellite venues to address logistics issues and shared experiences from a local perspective.Shipper's Forum shares latest fulfilment trendsThe newly introduced Shippers' Forum, titled "E-commerce Fulfillment in Asia", will be held tomorrow (23 November) with Jenny Hui, General Manager of eBay Hong Kong, Taiwan and Global Emerging Markets sharing latest fulfilment trends and best practices for delivering reliable and agile fulfilment solutions.In the Power Dialogue on the same day, Pippo Au, Head of Supply Chain of Maxim's Group and Suzanne Cheung, Head of Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability of Swire Coca-Cola Hong Kong, will highlight how companies are marching towards a sustainable supply chain.In the Closing Session, Chee Choong Ng, Senior Vice President & Managing Director Hong Kong & Macau, DHL Express (Hong Kong), Fox Chu, Partner of McKinsey, John Parkes, Managing Director - Integrated Logistics of Kerry Logistics and Graziano Terenzi, CEO of Inglobe Technologies, will discuss the metaverse and how the logistics industry can make use of robotics, extended reality, augmented reality and other technologies to drive industry development.Flagship event of Hong Kong Maritime WeekALMAC is Hong Kong Maritime Week's flagship event and is organised by the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board and supported by the Hong Kong Logistics Development Council.ALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/ALMAC programme: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/programmeALMAC speaker list: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/speakerPhoto download: https://bit.ly/3TZdIC6About HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.Media EnquiriesPlease contact Impact Communications Company:Cindy Chung, Tel: +852 9166 0827, Email: cindy.chung@impact-cc.comRaymond Lee, Tel: +852 6539 4089, Email: raymond.lee@impact-cc.comHKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgClementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgSam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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力勤资源开启招股 上半年净利润同比增长近25倍

2022-11-22
HONG KONG, Nov 22, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 10月以来，港股IPO市场有所回暖，近期上市的11只新股中，仅1只首日破发。市场复苏之际，又一只优质新股进入招股期。11月21日，全球最大的镍产品贸易商宁波力勤资源科技股份有限公司（下称「力勤资源」，股份代号：2245.HK）在港开启招股，招股价介乎15.60港元至19.96港元之间，每手200股，预期于12月1日登陆港交所。根据招股书，力勤资源是一家全球领先的镍全产业链公司，同时进行镍产品的贸易及生产业务。按2021年的镍产品贸易量计，公司是全球最大的镍产品贸易商；按2021年的镍矿贸易量计，是中国最大的镍矿企业。业务覆盖镍全产业链 持续强化竞争优势力勤资源深耕镍产业链多年，凭借多年积累的深厚行业认知，形成全面的产品服务体系，业务涵盖上游镍资源采购、镍产品贸易、冶炼生产、设备制造与销售等在内的多个产业环节。与此同时，公司还不断向镍行业上下游延伸，完成了对镍产业链环节的垂直整合，产品广泛地应用于新能源汽车、不锈钢行业等下游领域。在上游，力勤资源建立了稳固的供应渠道，能够带来持续稳定的镍资源供应，为公司长远健康发展及业务拓展提供了重要基础。在中游，有序优化生产流程和工艺，改进生产技术。例如，在镍产品生产领域，该公司与印度尼西亚合作伙伴合作开发的HPAL项目是全球技术最先进的镍钴化合物湿法冶炼项目之一，大幅降低了镍产品生产成本，显著提升了公司的盈利水平。2022年上半年，力勤资源毛利率达到30.9%，较去年同期的8.6%大幅提高了22.3个百分点。在下游，力勤资源与国内领先的三元电池材料生产商、大型钢铁集团建立了长期的战略合作关系，并不断向下游产业价值链延伸，特别是快速增长的新能源电池材料领域，既提升了其在下游市场的供应能力，也进一步提高了公司的综合实力和盈利能力。业绩强劲增长 行业高需求下加速成长可期依托全产业链的生态布局，力勤资源得以逐步深化其在镍产品相关领域的布局，强化在供应链重点环节的竞争优势，从而推动业绩强劲增长。2020年、2021年以及2021年及2022年上半年，力勤资源的收入分别为人民币7,755.2百万元、人民币12,449.3百万元、人民币4,088.3百万元及人民币9,978.3百万元，同比分别增长60.5%以及144.1%。同期公司净利润分别为人民币518.3百万元、人民币1,260.0百万元、人民币89.0百万元及人民币2,289.6百万元，同比分别增长143.1%以及2472.6%，呈现出优异的成长性。行业方面，受益于电动汽车市场发展以及不锈钢消耗量的增加，全球镍需求量快速增长。根据灼识咨询报告，预计到2026年全球镍消耗量达4,789.0千金属吨，2021年至2026年的复合年增长率为10.6%。其中，由锂电池带动的全球镍消耗量的复合增长率高达32.2%，因此，镍产业景气度将维持高企。力勤资源作为市场上少有的业务覆盖镍全产业链的优质企业，具备很强的稀缺性。且其能够向市场长期提供低成本的镍资源以及高性价比镍产品，核心竞争力突出。未来，公司有望借着行业发展东风，迎来加速成长，全方面释放其投资价值。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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力勤资源正在招股 深度布局镍全产业链高成长性引人瞩目

2022-11-22
HONG KONG, Nov 22, 2022 - (亚太商讯 via SEAPRWire.com) - 在国内持续推进双碳目标浪潮下，新能源汽车市场迎来提速发展时期，高镍三元电池亦同步开启发展「新纪元」，提早进军镍产业的企业站上新能源汽车发展风口，成为了市场「宠儿」。11月21日，宁波力勤资源科技股份有限公司（「力勤资源」或「公司」；股份代码：2245.HK）开启招股，现在招股进行中，中金公司、招银国际为联席保荐人。招股书数据显示，力勤资源是一家镍全产业链公司，同时进行镍产品的贸易及生产业务。镍产品贸易领域，按2021年的镍产品贸易量计，力勤资源在全球排名第一，按2021年的镍矿贸易量计，公司在中国排名第一；镍产品生产领域，公司与印度尼西亚合作伙伴在印度尼西亚奥比岛合作开发的HPAL项目是全球技术最先进的镍钴化合物湿法冶炼项目之一，也是全球现金成本最低的镍钴化合物生产项目。构建完整镍产业生态系统 掘金新能源车市场伴随着绿色低碳经济的转型，我国新能源汽车市场具备了高速增长基础，未来景气度将居高不下。中汽协最新数据显示，在9月产销双双突破70万辆大关后，10月新能源汽车产销再创历史新高，新能源汽车产销量分别达76.2万辆和71.4万辆，同比增长87.6%和81.7%，市场占有率达28.5%。对此，力勤资源顺势而为，掘金新能源汽车市场，构建了完整的镍产业生态系统。上游镍资源采购与贸易方面，在全球镍矿及镍铁主要出口国菲律宾和印度尼西亚建立了稳固的上游供应渠道，为其业务拓展奠定了坚实基础；冶炼生产、设备制造与销售方面，在中国及印度尼西亚均布局了自有生产基地可生产镍钴化合物以满足下游三元电池材料厂商的需求，也可生产镍铁应用于不锈钢等终端市场。下游镍产业价值链的延伸方面，力勤资源同国内领先的三元电池材料生产商和大型钢铁集团建立了长期的战略合作，亦计划将镍产业链延伸至新能源汽车电池及不锈钢炼钢领域。至此，公司打通了从镍资源开采到镍产品销售的全产业链环节，挖深了竞争护城河，从而开辟业绩强劲增长曲线，跨向公司发展史上的新里程碑。管理团队远见卓识 业务规模迎来大爆发企业的长足发展离不开经验丰富、远见卓识的管理层团队，力勤资源的行稳致远亦得益于此。据了解，公司的管理团队在镍行业具有丰富的从业经验和行业洞察，具备合理预判市场波动、敏锐把握市场机会、高效执行应对战略的能力，可助力公司成为行业领导者。例如，公司董事会主席兼创始人蔡建勇先生在国际商品贸易领域拥有十余年经验、总经理江新芳先生在金属相关生产行业亦深耕十余年。凭借强劲的综合竞争实力，力勤资源业绩迎来爆发性增长，潜力逐步释放。招股书披露，2022年上半年，公司营业收入为99.78亿元，同比增长约144.07%，净利润达22.90亿元。 毛利率由截至2021年6月30日止六个月的8.6%增加至2022年同期的30.9%，盈利能力强劲。高成长的业绩表现、镍资源消耗长期增加的产业预期加持，为力勤资源的成长性增添了许多确定性。面向未来，赴港IPO将令力勤资源成为港股镍全产业链布局的稀缺资产，资本市场的加持也将有利于公司进一步发挥自身综合优势，提升研发能力，扩大上游资源渠道，同时把握下游行业增长机遇，构建更为繁荣的镍资源生态系统，从而助推我国镍行业健康、可持续发展。 Copyright 2022 亚太商讯. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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