Pomerium Has Taken a Step Further as a Web3 Gaming Studio with the Launch of Pome Survival

Singapore, December 20, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – Pome Survival, Pomerium’s second casual mobile game but the first with web3 utilities, is scheduled to be launched on January 3, 2023. Pomerium is a web3 gaming studio with operations in Singapore and Dubai (currently under progress). The firm develops both games and original content solely by its own in-house developers and designers. With the launch of the first web3 mobile roguelike game based on the BNB Chain – Pome Survival, following its very first web2 mobile game – Pome Run, Pomerium initiated its efforts to establish the sustainable web3 gaming ecosystem. Although Pomerium is financially sound with a billionaire backer from the foundation, the firm is planning to kick-off the seed round seeking for long-term partners. “We are not heading into the seed round for money. We are looking for meaningful long-term partners willing to build the ecosystem together,” CSO of Pomerium, Kevin Seo, said. Meanwhile, celebrating its release of the Pome Survival, Pomerium has launched an event for beta users with total rewards worth $110,000 – The Beta Championships – from December 20, 2022 to January 3, 2023. While over 50 renowned gaming guilds around the globe including Cosmic Guild, Merit Circle, Ancient 8, Real Deal Guild, and Kapital DAO announced to participate in the Beta Championships, Pomerium recently announced its official partnerships with BNB Chain after the firm was selected as one of the most “remarkable” BNB Chain projects in November 2022. Media Contact Company: Pomerium Contact: Kevin Seo Website: https://pomerium.space/ SOURCE: Pomerium The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SEAPRWire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Any questions, please contact cs/at/SEAPRWire.com Sectors: Top Story, Daily News SEA PRWire: PR distribution in Southeast Asia (Hong Kong: AsiaExcite, EastMud; AsiaEase; Singapore: SEAChronicle, VOASG; NetDace; Thailand: SEAsiabiz, AccessTH; Indonesia: SEATribune, DailyBerita; Philippines: SEATickers, PHNotes; Malaysia: SEANewswire, KULPR; Vietnam: SEANewsDesk, PostVN)
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Eisai to Divest Rights for Anti-Epileptic Drug Fycompa (perampanel) CIII in United States to Catalyst Pharmaceuticals JCN Newswire

Eisai to Divest Rights for Anti-Epileptic Drug Fycompa (perampanel) CIII in United States to Catalyst Pharmaceuticals

TOKYO, Dec 20, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has entered into an agreement to transfer the United States (U.S.) commercial rights for the anti-epileptic drug (AED) Fycompa (generic name: perampanel) CIII to Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc., as well as to provide Catalyst Pharmaceuticals with an exclusive negotiation period for an asset in Eisai's epilepsy pipeline. Eisai will maintain its rights to Fycompa in countries and regions outside the U.S. and continue to contribute to patients with epilepsy. Closing of the transaction is contingent on completion of review under antitrust laws in the U.S.The agreement will provide the opportunity for Eisai's neuroscience team to focus on its long-term strategic priorities on the research, development, and commercialization of its Alzheimer's disease portfolio. Eisai remains committed to drug discovery and research for anti-epileptogenesis through the modulation of neuroinflammation or lipid metabolism in glia cells, as well as the application of new technologies including spatial RNA-sequence. Research is a crucial aspect of Eisai's aim to gain a deeper understanding of human brain biology and technologies that may also ultimately lead to broader neuroscience discoveries. In the U.S., Fycompa was approved in 2012 and has been prescribed to more than 50,000 patients. Catalyst Pharmaceuticals is a company focused on developing therapies for rare neuromuscular as well as neurological disorders, and is increasing its presence in neurology in the U.S. The agreement is expected to maximize the patient value of Fycompa in the U.S. due to its strong commitment to patients living with epilepsy.Under the terms of the agreement, Eisai will receive a contractual up-front payment of $160 million (USD) upon closing of the transaction. In addition, milestone payments and royalties may be received in the future. Eisai will continue to be responsible for the manufacture and supply of Fycompa to global markets including the U.S. Eisai's U.S. subsidiary Eisai Inc. will provide transition services for a period to ensure patients continue to have access to this important medicine.As a result of this transaction, Eisai anticipates no changes to its consolidated financial forecast for the period ended March 31, 2023.Driven by our hhc concept, Eisai strives to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas: Neurology, Oncology and Global Health. As an hhceco company, Eisai aims to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities by creating solutions through building an ecosystem in collaboration with other industries.About Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Catalyst Pharmaceuticals) is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on in-licensing, developing, and commercializing novel medicines for patients living with rare diseases. With exceptional patient focus, Catalyst Pharmaceuticals is committed to developing a robust pipeline of cutting-edge, best-in-class medicines for rare diseases. Catalyst Pharmaceuticals' New Drug Application for FIRDAPSE (amifampridine) Tablets 10 mg for the treatment of adults with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome ("LEMS") was approved in 2018 by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration ("FDA") and FIRDAPSE is commercially available in the U.S. as a treatment for adults and children ages six to seventeen with LEMS. Further, Canada's national healthcare regulatory agency, Health Canada, has approved the use of FIRDAPSE for the treatment of adult patients in Canada with LEMS.Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department,Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120Eisai Inc. (U.S.)Christopher VancheriChristopher_vancheri@eisai.com551-305-0050 Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Samaiden Group Signs Agreement to Explore Cambodia Venture ACN Newswire

Samaiden Group Signs Agreement to Explore Cambodia Venture

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Dec 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Samaiden Group Berhad (Bursa: SAMAIDEN, 0223), a clean energy solution specialist principally involved in engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and power, is pleased to announce that the Group's wholly-owned subsidiary, Samaiden Sdn Bhd, has signed a partnership agreement with Management Venture Asia (Cambodia) Ltd. (MVA) today, to explore the clean energy-related business opportunities in Cambodia.Group Managing Director of Samaiden, Ir. Chow Pui HeeDirector of MVA, H.E. Salah EssaMVA, a business consultancy and clean energy project developer based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia is primarily engaged in facilitating business ventures and taking products to market and market research throughout Asia. The company has successfully completed the development of 20MW ground mounted solar project in Bavet, in which the project was awarded power purchase agreement by the Electricite du Cambodge in August 2019.Group Managing Director of Samaiden, Ir. Chow Pui Hee said, "We're looking forward to the collaboration with MVA given their strong presence in Cambodia. Expanding in Southeast Asia is part of our 5-years plan given the region's growing population and its geographical advantages.""We firmly believe the partnership with MVA will ensure our expansion plans in Cambodia are focused. We are honoured to have MVA as our business partner in the development of clean energy in the country given its vast experiences and network in clean energy infrastructure.The Director of MVA, H.E. Salah Essa quotes, "We are looking forward to this collaboration with Samaiden in the renewable and sustainable energy businesses in Cambodia and hope to draw on their industry experience and skills to make this venture successful for nation growth and aligning with country goal towards Net Zero Carbon policy 2050."Samaiden Group Berhad: 0223 [BURSA: SAMAIDEN], https://samaiden.com.my/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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MX Hub Dubai Announces Launch of its Metaverse Incubator ACN Newswire

MX Hub Dubai Announces Launch of its Metaverse Incubator

DUBAI, UAE, Dec 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Since launching 2 months ago, MX Hub has achieved international recognition as a contributor to Dubai Metaverse strategy of global leadership. Located under the roof of the Dubai Ministry of Economy & Tourism, MX Hub has prepared the first Emtech Rating MX100, aimed at getting top rated companies to participate in the MX Sharing Ecosystem. MX Hub members get a revolutionary framework is designed to help startups accelerate the presence via the Emtech Rating System. The MX Hub Ecosystem provides a virtual office, registration / licensing at a fraction of the cost of setting up your own company in Dubai.The MX Program Integration is based on a framework of transparency, trust and reporting that includes: Due diligence, inclusion in Rating of top 100 Emerging tech companies, strategic sessions with globally renowned experts, like Brett King, aimed at improving startups' strategy, PR, sales Technical integration with synergetic service provider, to facilitate sales and commercial rollout and participation and exposure across MX100 events. Cost of MX Hub membership ranges from $2.5k-$5k monthly.Compare: Instead of $120k + annual costs of running a business in UAE, you'd get representative office, sales representatives and business deals, several times more cost-efficient. MxHub's unique differentiator is geared toward supporting Top Startups the opportunity to drive valuation multiple through targeted execution and participation across the growing global Metaverse Ecosystem.About MX Hub by Phygital: A Custom made, first of a kind, Phygital platform, created to help startups and hi-tech companies to find investments, customers and strategic partners, help's investors filter opportunities and make the right investment. Our creative unique physical space is supported by the Virtual twin version with multifunctional options, VIP meeting spaces and chat rooms, to meet investors/clients. What every member of MX hub gets:- Pilot projects with selected MX Hub residents. The result: proven technologies of MX Hub residents, offered to MENA companies for export purposes.- An increase in the valuation of startups via the scaling mechanism of MX - Metabook Sharing economy.- Licensing synergetic technical tools of MX Hub residents, to reach sustainable competitive advantage, and leadership position. - Integrated Public, Government and Investor Relations."We start with MX Hub event, a sort of "Oscar for Emerging tech startups", which is supposed to aggregate the global interest for MX startups," stated Edward Musinski Managing Director of MX Hub. "MX Hub Members are contributing to Sharing economy of innovators, by paying membership and sharing profit with MX Hub ecosystem,"Inquires: mx@mxhub.coSource: Plato Data Intelligence: Platodata.ai Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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TVS Motor Company readies itself to rule the virtual world of racing; Introduces the TVS Apache RR 310 in Gameloft’s Asphalt 8: Airborne, for racing enthusiasts ACN Newswire

TVS Motor Company readies itself to rule the virtual world of racing; Introduces the TVS Apache RR 310 in Gameloft’s Asphalt 8: Airborne, for racing enthusiasts

Singapore, Dec 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - TVS Motor Company, a reputed manufacturer of two-wheelers and three-wheelers globally, announced today its partnership with Gameloft for brands for Asphalt 8: Airborne featuring its flagship motorcycle, TVS Apache RR 310. It makes TVS Motor the first Indian two-wheeler manufacturer to bring a virtual racing experience of its motorcycle to Gameloft's Asphalt 8, one of the world's leading motor racing game. This integration marks TVS Apache's foray into the world of gaming, extending its commitment to deliver an unparalleled racing experience to its 4.8 million+ customers, online as well as offline. It is in line with the growing interest for gaming amidst the racing enthusiasts and target audience for TVS Apache, making this integration another medium for the company to engage with enthusiasts across the world even when they are off their motorcycles.The TVS Apache series built out of TVS Racing, is based on the "Track to Road" philosophy. This philosophy manifests itself in each of TVS Apache motorcycles through the best-in-segment performance, technology and unique stye.Commenting on the partnership, Vimal Sumbly, Head Business - Premium, TVS Motor Company, said, "TVS Motor Company is excited about its partnership with Gameloft for brands, as it brings TVS Apache RR 310 in the popular gaming franchise - Asphalt 8: Airborne. TVS Apache series has been instrumental in flourishing premium motorcycling culture and is a popular brand among motorcycle enthusiasts and the Gen-Z. We are sure that this collaboration with Gameloft will help in increasing the awareness for TVS Apache brand, targeting a new set of audience while engaging online with our customers. With initiatives like these, TVS Apache has become one of the fastest growing brands in its segment, and continues to demonstrate its focus on bringing innovative platforms to connect with the customers."Speaking on the integration, Alexandre Tan, SVP Brand Partnerships & Advertising at Gameloft for brands, said, "TVS Motor is a great partner and we are excited that they are joining us for the first time in this new competition. With this new partner, we are thrilled to bring new innovative and exclusive in the game, creating a deeper connection with the TVS Motor brand and the Asphalt franchise community."Key highlights:- As part of this association, gamers across the world can now compete against each other on TVS Motor Company's flagship motorcycle - the TVS Apache RR 310- With this new integration, the 4.8 million TVS Apache customers and owners worldwide will get an all-new platform to experience their favourite TVS Apache RR 310 virtually in an exciting setting- TVS Motor is the first Indian two-wheeler manufacturer to bring its motorcycle to the popular gaming franchise- Players will discover the new TVS Apache branded booster & billboards and the new TVS Apache World Series Season. In the process, they also stand a chance to win exciting prizes- TVS Apache customers find keen interest in online gaming, and this association is set to bolster the brand's awareness and imagery in engaging newer audiences- The TVS Apache RR 310 integration in Asphalt 8: Airborne can be experienced in Career, Player vs Player and Multiplayer modesAbout TVS Motor CompanyTVS Motor Company is a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer globally, championing progress through Sustainable Mobility with four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Hosur, Mysuru and Nalagarh in India and Karawang in Indonesia. Rooted in our 100-year legacy of Trust, Value, and Passion for Customers and Exactness, we take pride in making internationally aspirational products of the highest quality through innovative and sustainable processes. We are the only two-wheeler company to have received the prestigious Deming Prize. Our products lead in their respective categories in the J.D. Power IQS and APEAL surveys. We have been ranked No. 1 Company in the J.D. Power Customer Service Satisfaction Survey for consecutive four years. Our group company Norton Motorcycles, based in the United Kingdom, is one of the most emotive motorcycle brands in the world. Our subsidiaries in the personal e-mobility space, Swiss E-Mobility Group (SEMG) and EGO Movement have a leading position in the e-bike market in Switzerland. TVS Motor Company endeavours to deliver the most superior customer experience across 80 countries in which we operate. For more information, please visit www.tvsmotor.comAbout Gameloft for brandsGameloft for brands offers leading advertising and gamification solutions to help brands better connect with their audiences. Through interactive content and immersive experiences supported by its extensive in-game media network, Gameloft for brands leverages its longstanding gaming expertise to engage people in meaningful ways with an unparalleled level of transparency and safety. Gameloft for brands has received the TAG Certification Against Fraud Seal and follows MOAT's standards. To date, Gameloft for brands has delivered more than 10,000 campaigns for prestigious brands such as Air France, Coca-Cola, Ferrero, Ford, FOX, Automobili Lamborghini, ING, Netflix, Procter & Gamble, Samsung and LEGO, in over 40 countries around the world (North America, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, etc.) and our work has been honoured with over 50 awards from marketing organizations.For more information, please contact:Namrata Sharma - Namrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Guangxi University of Foreign Language signs Memorandum of Understanding with Hang Seng University of Hong Kong ACN Newswire

Guangxi University of Foreign Language signs Memorandum of Understanding with Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Dec 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Guangxi University of Foreign Languages ("GUFL") and The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong ("HSUHK") signed a Memorandum of Understanding ("MoU") on 30 November 2022. The MoU promotes a deeper cooperation between the two universities by integrating resources, academic strengths, research and other specialized academic fields. It also enhances the cultivation of top-notch multilingual talents with international perspectives that are needed to support the Greater Bay Area's future development. Additionally, it encourages graduates from the two universities to explore the tremendous market opportunities available within the ASEAN economies that are being fueled by the Belt and Road Initiative. Front row from left, Professor Gibert Fong (2nd), Professor Bradley R. Barnes (3rd), Ms. Wei Qian (4th), and Mr. Chow Ka Wo, Alex as well as other representatives took a group photo after the signing ceremony.Representatives who attended the online signing ceremony include Professor Gibert Fong, Dean from School of Translation & Foreign Languages of HSUHK, Professor Bradley R. Barnes, Dean from Business of School of HSUHK, Ms. Wei Qian, Executive Director, the chairlady of the Board and the chief executive officer of InnoEd Group Limited, Chairman and CEO, and Mr. Chow Ka Wo, Alex, Chief financial officer of InnoEd Group Limited. The MoU creates a unique collaborative arrangement that establishes exchange services between the two universities and enriches students learning experience. The student exchange program enables eligible students to enroll at the other's university in order to widen their academic exposure and enhance their international experience. Additionally, a faculty exchange program is being established to promote academic interaction and cooperation, as well as create a strong foundation to develop joint training programs, joint research programs, and share teaching curriculum. The two universities will promote academic cooperation and educational programs development by regular exchanges, mutual visits, academic interaction and cooperation between faculty and students. Futhermore, the universities will actively explore opportunities to cooperate in joint research projects, international conferences, seminars and other academic exchange activities to enhance their academic reputations, strengthen their education programs in related industries and promote mutual progress in teaching, research and other academic aspects.Expanding higher education's prospects through cooperation, cultivating talents with international perspectives GUFL's management stated that GUFL aims to cultivate talents with multiple language skills, practical business knowledge and international perspectives. GUFL is ideally positioned in Guangxi, a frontier and important window for exchanges and cooperation between China and the ASEAN countries. The university is using its geographical advantage to develop the necessary talent to support the development of the ASEAN region and Belt and Road Initiative. In contrast, HSUHK is based in Hong Kong, a renowned international city that plays an important role in the development of the Greater Bay Area. The university implements a unique "Liberal + Professional" education model that prioritizes teaching quality and students' all-round development to foster students realizing their full potential.Through the universities' exchange programs and cooperation, the Management believes that it will not only help expand cooperation between other universities in Mainland China and Hong Kong to develop similar academic exchange programs, joint research and other collaborations, but also promote students from the two places to gain a broader international perspective and contribute to the country's future development. The GUFL program will bolster students' knowledge of non-language majors while also developing their foreign language skills. This program embraces the school's educational philosophy of placing equal emphasis on language learning and professional education, while also enabling students to broaden their international perspective through attending HSUHK. Additionally, the cooperation provides an opportunity for HSUHK students to develop a second language, and learn about Southeast Asian culture. Essentially, the exchange program cultivates outstanding talents who can contribute to the deepening ASEAN economic cooperation and development. With unique teaching backgrounds and geographical advantages, the cooperation is expected to develop talents with international vision and promote the diversification and internationalization of the higher education industry in both Mainland China and Hong Kong.Pursing national policies to advance the Greater Bay Area developmentThe Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party and the State Council issued its "Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area", which calls for building an education and talent highland in the Greater Bay Area. The outline includes cooperation among schools and universities, encouraging joint development of advantageous disciplines, laboratories and research centers, supporting the construction of an international education demonstration zone in the Greater Bay area, encouraging Hong Kong and Macao youths to study in Mainland China schools, promoting cooperation in various aspects of vocational education in Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao, expanding cooperation between the Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao universities, and supporting exchanges and cooperation among various vocational education training bases."This cooperation closely follows the Greater Bay Area development plan and is in line with the Greater Bay Area's talent cultivation policy. Both institutions will further explore innovative ways to strengthen students' academic progress through exchange programs and interactions between teachers and students, so as to empower the future development of the Greater Bay Area." The Management continued. Providing Hong Kong's needed multilingual talent, deepening and expanding the market opportunities in ASEAN region and the Belt and Road Initiative As the international city of the Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong has many permanent residents from ASEAN countries. The open economic system and position as an international financial, trade and shipping centre creates strong demand for multilingual talents. GUFL, as the only private undergraduate university of foreign languages in Guangxi, specializes in providing top quality language programs focusing on Southeast Asian languages. The university embraces the mission of "Established in Guangxi, Oriented towards China, Radiate to Southeast Asia" to meet the many evolving demands driven by local and regional socio-economic developments. The exchange programs and cooperation will not only help meet Hong Kong's demand for multilingual talents, but will also provide Hong Kong students with the opportunity to experience Guangxi and learn about Southeast Asia's diverse culture. This knowledge will be invaluable to developing career opportunities in the Asia Pacific region.The GUFL Management commented, "Signing the MoU with HSUHK opens up new prospects for the university and our students. The cooperation will enable us to cultivate more multilingual talents with an international perspective. Simultaneously, it enhances the relationship between two top universities, and further strengthens the communication between the Mainland China and Hong Kong in the field of higher education."Looking forward, Management expects to develop stronger professional and applied Southeast Asian language programs and cultivate more talents with a balanced emphasis on strengthening language skills and professional education, thereby promoting the integrated development of Guangxi and the ASEAN regions for building a strong highly educated society.About Guangxi University of Foreign LanguagesGuangxi University of Foreign Languages ("GUFL") is affiliated to the InnoEd Group Limited, who is the largest private foreign language higher education institution in China. GUFL is the largest private undergraduate education institution in Guangxi in terms of undergraduate enrolment in the 2020/2021 academic year, according to Frost & Sullivan. GUFL primarily offers bachelor's degree programmes and junior college diploma programmes. The curricula is designed with a distinct emphasis on the integration of language learning with professional education. It specializes in the education of Southeast Asian languages, including Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Lao and Indonesian. Meanwhile, it offers 56 majors across six main academic disciplines, including literature, economics, management, education, arts and engineering.The two campuses of GUFL are situated in Nanning, Guangxi, the permanent site of the China-ASEAN Expo, and Fusui, Guangxi, National Nanning - ASEAN Economic Development Zone, being strategic locations in the development of free trade and economic cooperation between China and the ASEAN. GUFL has adopted the service-oriented positioning of "Established in Guangxi, Oriented towards the entire China, Radiate to the Southeast Asia" and has a mission to cultivate talent with niche language skills, practical knowledge and an international perspective to meet the evolving demands driven by local and regional socio-economic developments. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Establishment of Thailand's NV Gotion as Gotion plans to build battery export base in ASEAN countries ACN Newswire

Establishment of Thailand's NV Gotion as Gotion plans to build battery export base in ASEAN countries

HONG KONG, Dec 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - On December 15, Gotion High-tech signed a cooperation agreement with Nuovo Plus of Thailand-based PTT Group, to set up a joint venture called Thailand's NV Gotion Co., LTD (To be determined, NV Gotion for short). The joint venture focuses on the design, development, manufacturing, sales and export of battery modules and pack products, and aims to explore the ASEAN new energy market and build a battery export base in ASEAN. The PTT Group is the largest state-controlled energy and petrochemical company in Thailand. The partnership will help Thailand achieve full electrification and net zero carbon emissions by 2065.On the morning of that day, the two sides signed the agreement via video link. According to the agreement, Gotion Singapore PTE. Ltd. of Gotion High-tech has entered into strategic cooperation with Nuovo Plus Co., LTD of Thailand-based PTT Group, and plans to establish Thailand NV Gotion Co., Ltd. ("NV Gotion") in the Eastern Economic Corridor of Thailand. The business scope of the joint venture includes the design, development, validation and manufacturing of battery modules and battery packs, and battery management systems for a wide range of vehicles and energy storage systems. NV Gotion plans to build a lithium-ion power battery pack production line in the Eastern Economic Corridor of Thailand. By the fourth quarter of 2023, the first phase of the production line is expected to be put into production and provide high-quality battery products to the market. NV Gotion will actively explore new energy markets in the ASEAN member states while realizing local battery manufacturing and market development in Thailand. It is committed to building the battery export base in ASEAN.PTT Group, a Fortune 500 company, is Thailand's largest state-controlled energy and petrochemical company. Nuovo Plus of PTT Group is dedicated to providing energy solutions. Dr. Buranin Rattanasombat, Chief New Business and Infrastructure Officer of PTT Group and Chairman of the Board of Nuovo Plus revealed that the main mission of Nuovo Plus is the investment in the battery business sector in accordance with PTT's vision, "Powering Life with Future Energy and Beyond", which aims at driving community with renewable energy. NV Gotion plays an important role in conducting the battery business to strengthen renewable energy production and support the electric vehicle industry supply chain. It will help Thailand use more sustainable energy and support PTT Group's commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and the goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2065 in Thailand. By combining the strengths of both sides to develop sustainable supply chains, businesses, products, and marketing, PTT Group and Gotion High-tech will produce goods at a competitive price, offer technical assistance to conduct research and development, and offer one-stop services for customers. Li Zhen, Chairman of Gotion High-tech, noted the significance of the joint venture and expectations for the future. According to him, mutually beneficial cooperation is the foundation of the joint venture. The company believes that the cooperation will help Gotion's global expansion and accelerate the new energy development of PTT Group, which will achieve a win-win situation and lay a solid foundation for more future cooperation between us. The quality of products is the key to the joint venture's success. It is hoped that both sides can leverage their respective strengths, be a powerful combination and make advantages complementary to each other. They need to work together to promote product technology progress, improve the performance of products, and perfect services. Promoting application is the soul of the development of the joint venture. NV Gotion will respond to the call of the Thai government to develop a green economy and serve the electrification of Thai vehicles, which will boost the internationalization of Thailand's automotive industry. Gotion High-tech and PTT Group, with NV Gotion as the platform, will make the most of the first-class technology, high-quality products, and advanced management to support electric vehicles equipped with NV Gotion battery to be popular in Southeast Asia, and to go global. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Ni Hsin Inks Strategic Collaboration with SIRIM ACN Newswire

Ni Hsin Inks Strategic Collaboration with SIRIM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Ni Hsin EV Tech Sdn. Bhd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Main Market-listed Ni Hsin Group Berhad (formerly known as Ni Hsin Resources Berhad (Bursa: NIHSIN, 7215)), today signed a Strategic Collaboration with SIRIM Berhad to promote co-operation between the Parties in the following areas:YBrs. Tuan Mohd Azanuddin bin Salleh, Senior Vice President, SIRIM Industrial Research, SIRIM Berhad; YBhg. Dato' Indera Dr. Ahmad Sabirin bin Arshad, FASc, President and Group Chief Executive Officer, SIRIM Berhad; Sofiyan Yahya, Chairman of Ni Hsin Group; Mr. Steven Khoo Chee Kong, Managing Director of NH EV TECH; Rizvi Abdul Halim, Executive Director of Ni Hsin EV Tech [L-R](a) setting up of a Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Plant in Malaysia through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) funding model;(b) providing an eco-system for a circular economy model in mitigating the impact on the environment as a result of Lithium-Ion Battery being processed illegally in Malaysia;(c) potentially setting up a Lithium-Ion Battery manufacturing plant in Malaysia; and(d) introducing a Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling policy working with the Government of Malaysia. (collectively the "Project")Khoo Chee Kong, Managing Director of NH EV TECH, said: "This Strategic Collaboration with SIRIM is an extension of our quest for greater participation in the green economy. Having successfully launched our EV motorcycles last month we are looking forward to unlocking another piece of the environmental puzzle. As the world has grown to love and depend on the power and convenience brought by lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), their manufacturing and disposal have increasingly become subjects of political and environmental concerns. Most discarded LIBs eventually are landfilled or stockpiled, contaminating the land while wasting energy and non-renewable natural resources. If not recycled and reused, LIBs will exert massive environmental impacts and accelerate the depletion of mineral reserves. It's not only environmental pollution that is a problem. During the end-of-life stage of LIBs, poor handling and disposal could increase the risk of fire or poisoning. In the coming years, disposing of huge numbers of batteries from electric vehicles is going to be the real challenge. There is now a need for qualified e-waste recyclers that can handle and recycle LIBs safely and responsibly.""The setting up of a Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Plant is the right step in furthering Ni Hsin's green mission in support of the government's commitment towards a more sustainable, resilient and inclusive development in line with the United Nations' 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). The collaboration also aims to create an eco-system for a circular economy model in mitigating the impact on the environment and to spearhead the formation of a Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling policy working with the Government of Malaysia. The current LIB recycling market is estimated to be worth approximately $1.7 billion and is expected to increase significantly over the next ten years. In the ASEAN region there is only one such recycling facility in Singapore with a recycling capacity of 14 tonnes of Lithium-Ion batteries per day. Being one of the first movers in this region makes Ni Hsin more attractive to investors who are beginning to consider sustainability factors in their investment decision-making process.""We are honoured to work with SIRIM in this green Project who, with their vast knowledge and innovative technical expertise, will be a valuable partner ensuring the success of this green project." SIRIM President and Group Chief Executive Officer, Dato' Indera Dr Ahmad Sabirin Arshad said, "Under the green technology master plan 2030 of Malaysia, several strategies were outlined to create a low-carbon and resource efficient economy, thus, in complementing this master plan, SIRIM will be embarking on various projects towards enhancing and promoting sustainability in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS).""SIRIM is ever ready to work with any parties who are keen to explore any form of recycling business where we can contribute in terms of the latest technologies towards building our local recycling capabilities for e-waste", said Dato' Indera Dr Ahmad Sabirin Arshad.The SIRIM-Ni Hsin Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Pilot Plant will be fully operational in 2023 with annual recycling capacity of 550 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries. For a start, the output will be sold to lithium-ion batteries manufacturers in the form of black mass. "Under this collaboration both companies will focus on the recovery of precious metals such as lithium and cobalt in 2024 and embark on lithium-ion battery manufacturing 2025, when the volume by processing more lithium-ion batteries from other nations" he added.Ni Hsin Group Berhad: NIHSIN [Bursa: 7215] [RIC: NHSN:KL] [BB: NHR:MK], http://www.ni-hsin.com/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Preventing Strokes and Heart Attacks Doesn't Have to Come with the Risk of Life-threatening Bleeding ACN Newswire

Preventing Strokes and Heart Attacks Doesn't Have to Come with the Risk of Life-threatening Bleeding

FREMONT, CA, Dec 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Verseon is delighted to announce that the European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry has published a paper (www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0223523422007577) describing the company's groundbreaking research that led to promising novel drug candidates for cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in the world. Hundreds of millions of patients worldwide need anticoagulants to prevent clots that lead to life-threatening events like strokes, heart attacks, and pulmonary embolisms. However, currently prescribed so-called novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) carry well-documented risks of major bleeds, which in many cases require hospitalization and can be life threatening. Developing drugs that prevent unwanted clots while preserving the body's ability to stop excessive bleeding is the "Holy Grail" of anticoagulant drug programs. Verseon is developing a new generation of anticoagulants called PROACs (Precision Oral Anticoagulants) that address this significant unmet medical need.The peer-reviewed paper documents how Verseon's medicinal chemistry team optimized various physicochemical properties -- including potency, selectivity, and in vivo stability -- of compounds from a novel class called N-acylpyrazoles. The resulting reversible covalent thrombin inhibitors are highly effective at preventing clots in vivo. Yet unlike NOACs, they do not inhibit thrombin-mediated activation of platelets, a critical step to stop injury-induced bleeding. Because of their unique mechanism of action, Verseon's drug candidates have demonstrated comparable efficacy to NOACs but with far lower bleeding risks in animal tests. The first lead candidate from this program is currently in clinical trials. "We are pleased to publish the discovery of this novel class of direct thrombin inhibitors with unique pharmacology," commented Dr. David Kita, Verseon's Chief Scientific Officer. "We look forward to describing further work behind the development of our first PROAC clinical candidate (VE-1902), which we expect will address a significant unmet medical need affecting a very large number of cardiovascular patients worldwide."The scientific paper, entitled "Discovery of novel N-acylpyrazoles as potent and selective thrombin inhibitors," is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejmech.2022.114855.About VerseonVerseon International Corporation (www.verseon.com) is redefining delay, prevention, and treatment of disease. Using its unique physics- and AI-based molecule-engineering platform, Verseon is rolling out a steady stream of life-changing medicines. Each of the company's drug programs features multiple novel candidates with unique therapeutic properties. Verseon's pipeline currently includes seven drug programs spanning major cardiometabolic diseases and cancers.Verseon's precision oral anticoagulants (PROACs) are potent, highly selective, reversible covalent inhibitors of thrombin. PROACs have shown excellent efficacy in multiple preclinical studies. The fact that PROACs do not disrupt platelet function and demonstrate correspondingly low bleeding risk makes them excellent candidates for use in long-term combination anticoagulant-antiplatelet therapy. The first development candidate, VE-1902, is currently in clinical trials. Among other unique properties of PROACs, VE-1902 has very low renal clearance, a highly desirable feature for patients with impaired kidney function. Verseon also has a second anticoagulant development candidate, VE-2851, which is expected to enter clinical trials at a later date.Contact:Walter Jonesmediarelations@verseon.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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SNS Network Technology Posts 35.5% Rise in PAT to RM11.94 Million ACN Newswire

SNS Network Technology Posts 35.5% Rise in PAT to RM11.94 Million

IPOH, Malaysia, Dec 13, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - SNS Network Technology Berhad, an ICT system and solutions provider, today reported a 35.5% rise in profit after tax (PAT) to RM11.94 million for the third quarter ended 31 October 2022 (3Q FY2023) compared with PAT of RM8.81 million in the immediately preceding quarter (2Q FY2023).Managing Director of SNS, Ko Yun HungThe Group registered revenue that increased 17.5% to RM348.84 million in 3Q FY2023 compared with RM296.93 million in 2Q FY2023. For the quarter under review, there was a 25.7% gain in gross profit (GP) to RM29.44 million compared with GP of RM23.43 million in 2Q FY2023 while profit before tax (PBT) increased 29.9% to RM15.28 million compared with PBT of RM11.76 million.There are no comparative figures on a year-over-year basis as SNS was listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on 2 September 2022.Managing Director of SNS, Ko Yun Hung, said, "We are seeing continuous growth in revenue and profit as well as margins supported by growing demand in the ICT industry by the commercial sector due to the market's digital transformation initiatives as well as the implementation of government's ICT initiatives as part of the digitalisation drive in schools. In fact, more and more organizations will continue to infuse digital technology into every process and function to boost up their productivities.""Building on the government's digitalisation initiatives, we are fulfilling projects secured under the PerantiSiswa Keluarga Malaysia, a programme to bridge the digital gap and enhance the learning experience among tertiary students from the B40 group. In addition, our Group is very focused on expanding the device-as-a-service (DaaS) subscription-based service as we announced prior to our listing given the growth in the domestic DaaS market, which saw a CAGR of 39.04% from 2018, when the market was valued at RM139.95 million to 2021, when the market was valued at RM376.17 million.""SNS is in a strong cash position at RM89.24 million and we are ready to expand through our online, physical store and commercial channels offering products, services and solutions. The Group's growth and strength is also supported by JOI(R), our in-house brand of devices and solutions catering to the needs of a growing audience of students enabling them to access educational tools and online learning for hybrid environment. We continue to also secure more DaaS projects from both the government and private sectors across all industries."The Group's board of directors has also approved and declared a first interim single-tier dividend of 0.25 Sen per ordinary share amounting to RM4,031,949 in respect of financial year ending 31 January 2023, to be paid on 18 January 2023. The entitlement date is 3 January 2023.SNS Network Technology: 0259 [BURSA: SNS], https://www.sns.com.my/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Major Global Medical Device Manufacturer OrbusNeich Medical Group Announces Details of Proposed Listing on the Main Board of HKEX ACN Newswire

Major Global Medical Device Manufacturer OrbusNeich Medical Group Announces Details of Proposed Listing on the Main Board of HKEX

HONG KONG, Dec 13, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings Limited ("OrbusNeich" or the "Group"), a major global medical device manufacturer specialized in interventional instruments for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) procedures, has today announced the details of its proposed listing on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited ("HKEX"). The Group intends to offer an aggregate of 54,633,000 shares, of which 49,169,000 shares will be for the International Offering (subject to reallocation) and 5,464,000 shares will be for the Hong Kong Public Offering (subject to reallocation). The offer price is HK$8.80 per Offer Share. The estimated net proceeds from the Global Offering will amount to approximately HK$366.8 million, after deducting underwriting commissions and other estimated expenses paid and payable by the Group in connection with the Global Offering.Investment Highlights-- Headquartered in the Hong Kong Science Park, OrbusNeich is a major global medical device manufacturer specialized in interventional instruments for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) procedures, with a sales network covering over 70 countries and regions worldwide-- The only PCI balloon manufacturer headquartered in China ranked among the top 6 players in all major overseas PCI balloon markets, including Japan (Ranked No. 2), Europe (Ranked No. 4), and the U.S. (Ranked No. 6). In 2021, its global sales volume of PCI balloon products reached approximately 866,000 units-- A major PTA balloon developer and manufacturer in the global PTA balloons market, ranked No. 3 in the Japan market and No. 4 in the U.S. market in terms of sales volume of PTA balloons in 2021-- Strong in-house R&D capabilities with over twenty years of product development experience, more than 180 granted patents globally and a robust pipeline consisting of around 40 products under development-- Diversified comprehensive product portfolio covers all major treatment processes in PCI and PTA procedures. All the self-developed products are manufactured in-house at its advanced production facilities in Shenzhen, China and Hoevelaken, the Netherlands-- Clear roadmap to further penetrate and expand product portfolio into complex cardiovascular intervention, structural heart diseases intervention and neuro-intervention fields-- Revenue rose to USD116.5 million and USD68.9 million in 2021 and 1H2022 respectively, while adjusted net profit surged to USD21.4 million and USD 12.3 million respectively. Profit margins remained high with gross margin at 69.3% and adjusted net profit margin at 17.9% in 1H2022The Hong Kong Public Offer will commence on 13 December 2022 (Tuesday) and will end at noon on 16 December 2022 (Friday). Dealing of the shares is expected to commence on the Main Board of HKEX on 23 December 2022 (Friday) under the stock code 6929. The shares will be traded in board lots of 500 shares each.China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited and CCB International Capital Limited are the Joint Sponsors, Overall Coordinators, Joint Global Coordinators, Joint Bookrunners and Joint Lead Managers of the listing. BNP Paribas Securities (Asia) Limited is the Overall Coordinator, Joint Global Coordinator, Joint Bookrunner and Joint Lead Manager. CLSA Limited and China Merchants Securities (HK)Co., Limited are the Joint Global Coordinators, Joint Bookrunners and Joint Lead Managers, while Yue Xiu Securities Company Limited, Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited and ZMF Asset Management Limited are the Joint Bookrunners and Joint Lead Managers of the listing.Investment HighlightsMajor global medical device manufacturer in the fast-growing PCI/PTA balloon markets with proven financial track record OrbusNeich, headquartered in Hong Kong Science Park, is a major global medical device manufacturer specialized in interventional instruments for PCI and PTA procedures. It is the only PCI balloon manufacturer headquartered in China that ranked among the top 6 players in all major overseas PCI balloon markets including Japan, Europe, and the U.S.. In 2021, the Group's global sales volume of PCI balloon products reached approximately 866,000 units, ranking No. 2 in Japan, No. 4 in Europe, No. 6 in the PRC and No. 6 in the U.S.; while in terms of sales volume of PTA balloons in 2021, the Group ranked No. 3 in Japan and No. 4 in the U.S.. As a key market player, OrbusNeich has been maintaining revenue and profit growth during the Track Record Period. In particular, its adjusted net profit surged over 200% year-on year to approximately USD21.4 million in 2021 and a further 11.8% year-on-year to USD12.3 million in 1H2022 as compared to 1H2021. Profit margins remained high with gross margin at 69.3% and adjusted net profit margin at 17.9% in 1H2022. The Group strategically focuses on the fast-growing coronary and peripheral vascular intervention markets. According to the CIC Report, the global market sizes of PCI instruments and PTA instruments are expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.1% and 11.1% from 2021 to 2030, respectively. Moreover, China-based endovascular interventional instrument developers and manufacturers have a relatively low penetration rate and market share in these markets, which provides the Group with enormous opportunities. Diversified product portfolio indicating different endovascular interventional procedures backed by world leading technologies, strong R&D capabilities and advanced production facilitiesOrbusNeich's diversified product portfolio covers all major treatment processes in PCI and PTA procedures. As of 30 June 2022, the Group had an aggregate of over 40 approved products, including 25 PMDA approved products, 22 products with CE Mark, 14 FDA cleared or approved products and 15 NMPA approved products, which were widely adopted by hospitals in over 70 countries and regions around the world.In particular, the Group focuses on developing innovative products with high performances, which enable it to benefit from first-mover advantages. For example, it was the first company globally that developed the 1.75mm scoring balloons; its Sapphire 3 semi-compliant balloon series have an industry-leading 0.85mm outer diameter; and its proprietary "drug plus antibody" COMBO Plus is the first and the only commercialized double-coated stent in the world that promotes effective coronary vessel healing and that has obtained CE Mark and PMDA approvals. The Group possesses strong in-house R&D capabilities with over twenty years of accumulated product development experience and continued investment in R&D activities. OrbusNeich owns more than 180 granted patents globally across key jurisdictions, including 31 and 56 granted patents in the U.S. and in the PRC respectively, as of 5 December 2022. Leveraging the Group's world leading technologies and proprietary know-how, it had a robust pipeline consisting of around 40 products under development, as of 30 June 2022. Based on its technology reserve and knowledge in the conventional endovascular intervention area, the Group strategically opts to further penetrate and expand its product portfolio into complex cardiovascular intervention, structural heart disease intervention and neuro-intervention fields with high unmet medical needs, apart from developing coronary and peripheral products.OrbusNeich has advanced production facilities in Shenzhen, the PRC and Hoevelaken, the Netherlands, which enabled it to manufacture all of its self-developed products in-house. For the six months ended 30 June 2022, the production facilities had an aggregate annualized production capacity of approximately 1,352,000 units of balloon products and approximately 56,400 units of stent products, thereby enabling it to supply large-scale and stable high-quality products to customers around the world. The production facilities have passed the audits and inspections by regulatory bodies like the NMPA, FDA, PMDA and NB. In particular, its production facilities in the PRC have passed onsite inspections by the FDA with Zero Observations in 2020. Established global sales network and distinctive commercial competencyOrbusNeich has established a global sales network which consists of both distributorship and direct sales models that provide it with more flexible and effective sales strategies in its target markets. As of 30 June 2022, its global distributor network consists of approximately 207 distributors while global sales and marketing team consists of 142 members. In addition, the Group's sales network covered over 70 countries and regions worldwide, among which it built a direct sales force in the Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Germany, France, Switzerland and Spain.OrbusNeich has built amicable and long-term business relationships with most of its customers, with no less than 50% of its top five customers during the Track Record Period having over 12 years of business relationship. The Group distinctive commercial competency combining its extensive network of physicians and KOLs, hospitals and distributors enables it to gain first-hand knowledge of unmet clinical needs, physicians' preferences and clinical trends, as well as to identify potential pipeline products with high market potential.Experienced management team supported by energetic and cohesive talent poolOrubusNeich is led by Mr. David CHIEN, chairman, executive Director, chief executive officer and the controlling shareholder. With over 30 years of experience in the medical device industry, Mr. Chien has been well-respected in the industry for his leadership of the Company. The Group also has industry veterans with an average of over 20 years of experience leading its R&D, sales and marketing, product manufacturing, quality assurance and business development functions, while it has other dedicated senior management members with legal, finance and investment expertise focusing on collaborations and other aspects of the operations, setting the foundation for its long-term success.Future Strategies The Group's vision is to become a global leading medical device developer and manufacturer that offers a variety of endovascular and structural heart intervention products to effectively improve patients' quality of life. The Group plans to execute the following strategies to achieve this goal:Further enhance the market penetration with the well-established brand recognition The Group plans to leverage the well-established brand recognition of its renowned "OrbusNeich" brand and continue increasing the market share by devoting resources to further solidify its brand awareness and expand the distribution network through setting up additional sales offices and/or collaborating with more distributors, and further strengthening its marketing efforts in relevant markets.For established markets such as Japan or Europe, the Group plans to leverage its existing brand strength, customer base and distribution channels to open up opportunities for new product distribution as well as further increase market share of other product by broadening its product offerings to existing customers and developing new customers. Moreover, it plans to commercialize matrix drug-eluting coronary and/or peripheral balloons in Japan in 2025.For high growth markets such as the PRC or the U.S. where the Group intends to expand its presence and enhance the market share, it plans to capitalize on opportunities brought by the ongoing healthcare reforms, as well as to increase market adoption for its existing and pipeline products. In the PRC, OrbusNeich strives to strengthen its sales capabilities and enhance management of its distributors to capture fast-growing market demand; while in the U.S., it plans to continue rolling out new products in its pipeline and increasing the market adoption for relevant products.Further enrich product offerings both vertically and horizontallyOrbusNeich's success depends on its ability to continuously develop innovative products that address the patients' evolving needs and growing market demand, thus its R&D staff will continue developing and expanding the pipeline products both vertically and horizontally.Vertically, the Group's product portfolio strategically focuses on "simplifying the complex" where it aims to deepen its diversified product portfolio for PCI/PTA procedures. Horizontally, it intends to cover structural heart disease intervention products and neuro intervention products. It plans to recruit additional talent specialized in R&D to further enrich product offerings. Work closely with physicians and KOLs to further enhance brand recognition and R&D capabilitiesOrbusNeich intends to work closely with physicians and KOLs in different therapeutic areas and participate in major conferences to continuously enhance its brand recognition and R&D capabilities to solidify market position and to maintain long-term growth. Pursue strategic acquisitions, partnerships and/or collaborations In addition, the Group intends to explore technology-focused acquisitions opportunities to implement its market-driven R&D capabilities, and plans to focus on acquisitions involving innovative medical device products that have strong growth potential and/or high synergy with its existing and pipeline products to further expand the product portfolio.Expand production capacity and continuously improve operational efficienciesOrbusNeich's production volumes have been increasing over the years and the Group expects the demand for its products will continue to grow in the near future. In addition, according to the CIC Report, the CAGR for the global endovascular interventional instrument market is expected to be 12.9% from 2021 to 2030. The Group intends to construct a new manufacturing site to increase its overall production capacity to meet such growing market demand. In addition, it plans to build up manufacturing capabilities for its pipeline products at the manufacturing site, provide training to the production staff as well as recruit additional production staff as needed.Financial Highlights For the year ended December 31 For the six months ended June 30(US$ million) 2020 2021 Change 2021 2022 ChangeRevenue 88.5 116.5 +31.6% 57.3 68.9 +20.2%Gross profit 58.0 81.2 +39.9% 40.5 47.7 +17.7%Gross profit margin 65.6% 69.7% +4.1 ppt 70.7% 69.3% -1.4 pptAdjusted net profit* 7.1 21.4 +201.4% 11.0 12.3 +11.8%Adjusted net profit margin 8.0% 18.3% +10.3 ppt 19.2% 17.9 % -1.3 ppt* Note: The adjusted profit excludes the effect of the convertible redeemable preferred shares, derecognition of financial liability, Commodity Linked Fixed Rate Note, listing expense and share-based compensationUse of ProceedsItem / Approximate PercentageExpansion of its production capacities: 54.2%Development and commercialization of its pipeline products: 30.0%Potential strategic acquisitions (Expand its product portfolio and strengthen its R&D capabilities): 10.8%Working capital and other general corporate purposes: 5.0%About OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings LimitedOrbusNeich is a major global medical device manufacturer specialized in interventional instruments for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) procedures. Headquartered in Hong Kong, China, OrbusNeich sells products to over 70 countries and regions worldwide, and it is also the only PCI balloon manufacturer headquartered in China that ranked among the top 6 players in all major overseas PCI balloon markets including Japan (Ranked No. 2), Europe (Ranked No. 4), and the U.S. (Ranked No. 6) in terms of sales volume of PCI balloons in 2021 in accordance with the CIC Report. In addition, in terms of sales volume of PTA balloons in 2021, it ranked No. 3 in Japan and No. 4 in the U.S., respectively. It also specializes in coronary stent products and is actively expanding into neuro vascular intervention and structural heart disease areas. OrbusNeich owns more than 180 granted patents globally. Its in-house R&D team has over twenty years of product development experience and has developed proprietary, world leading technologies. For more details, please visit the Group's official website: https://orbusneich.com/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. 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BestChange Celebrates 15th Anniversary as a Leading Cryptocurrency Exchange with over 200 Trusted Exchanges SeaPRwire

BestChange Celebrates 15th Anniversary as a Leading Cryptocurrency Exchange with over 200 Trusted Exchanges

Dubai, UAE, December 12, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – BestChange (https://www.bestchange.com/) is proud to celebrate 15 years of operating a vetted exchange directory. This legacy provides increased customer security and safety; especially over the holidays when crypto scams are expected to increase. BestChange selects each exchanger for its reliability and range – providing hundreds of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin (BTC) via e-payment services or fiat money. BestChange credits its long-standing presence to the user-friendly interface they provide traders. This ensures that users need no special training to navigate the platform. With just a few clicks, users can select from over 200 exchangers including reviewing user ratings and core information before deciding. They can also configure notifications to alert them to favourable rates or reserve conditions. When users are ready to exchange, the built-in currency converter lets them see how much they will get after the conversion. BestChange has focused on innovation during its 15 years of operation and is committed to making cryptocurrency trading accessible to newcomers and veteran traders alike. They offer a UI that’s easy to use but also requires as few additional steps as possible. Exchangers are permitted even without verification letting users quickly get involved in the markets. Plus, the core foundation of exchanger monitor is to provide users with as much information as is available so users can make an educated trading choice. BestChange also has a track record of educating users and providing informative and timely posts for users on how to avoid scams and stay safe while trading. This is on top of offering a large choice of direction pairs (over 30,000) and enabling the safe monitoring of crypto including stablecoins and altcoins with real-time accuracy. Over the last 15 years, BestChange has further protected consumers by preventing services with bad reviews or a poor reputation from becoming listed on the platform. Even trading as a totally new investor is easier since BestChange is known for its support of multiple payment services. This includes all popular coins plus e-payment systems and fiat currencies. This range spans Visa/MasterCard in USD, EUR, GBP, CNY, SEK, PLN, MDL, TRY, RUB, UAH, BYN, KZT, AMD, KGS, CAD, BGN, HUF, CZK, NOK, AZN, GEL, UZS and TJS. Users can quickly set up alerts that are time sensitive around rates and reserves to trigger an email or Telegram message when these parameters are met by visiting the BestChange website https://www.bestchange.com/ . About BestChange Founded in 2007 and older than cryptocurrency itself, BestChange is an exchanger monitor and alert tool that allows users to find the right rates on hundreds of reputable exchange sites. From helpful calculators to honest customer reviews, BestChange makes it easy for even novice traders to complete a conversion without verification and with attractive rates. Benefit from over 30,000 exchange direction pairs on vetted providers and complete the transaction with e-payment systems like PayPal, Advanced Cash or Skrill; fiat over bank transfer, cash or Visa/Mastercard; and crypto including stablecoins and altcoins like bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Litecoin (LTC). Social Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestchange/ Medium: https://bestchange.medium.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bestchange Twitter: https://twitter.com/bestchangeeng Telegram: https://t.me/s/bestchange Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestchange/ Media Contact Company: BestChange Contact: Yulia Martsul E-mail: promo@bestchange.com Website: https://www.bestchange.com/ SOUCE: BestChange
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UREEQA partners i-Create to validate new NFT collection Joe Ravioli ACN Newswire

UREEQA partners i-Create to validate new NFT collection Joe Ravioli

ONTARIO, CA, Dec 10, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The founders of i-Create LLC are excited to announce the launch of their NFT project Joe Ravioli. This innovative and unique NFT collection tells a creative and fun story for buyers of any age. With the entire collection being validated by UREEQA, buyers will receive a cool piece of digital art, commercial rights, monetization opportunities, IRL (in real life) merchandising opportunities and more, while also supporting a philanthropic cause to fight hunger in America. "Joe Ravioli has been such an exciting project for us to develop, as 3rd generation Italian brothers with a love of mob related movies and Italian food and cooking, and having always focused on unique art, pun-filled humor and fun thrown into our character IP projects. Joe Ravioli started positioning itself with licensed IRL items, a strong new metaverse animation collaboration, POD commerce integration, and a non-profit organization we hold dear. Now was the time where we wanted to create a brand in and of its own, where everyone from partnered collaborations to NFT holders and collectors will enjoy its long-term plan for growth, and of course it's amazing utilities," said John Campanella, CEO, Engineer and Co-Founder of i-Create LLC."When we were searching for the perfect launch partner, one that understands copyright validation along with an amazingly talented team, UREEQA opened our eyes wide, and we realized we had the best long-term NFT collaboration for this project, and continued IP projects into the future," says Steve Campanella, President, Artist & Co-Founder of i-Create LLC.As veterans in the NFT space Steve and John have experienced firsthand the pain and cost of having their intellectual property ripped off without their permission. So, for the Joe Ravioli drop they wanted to ensure that both themselves and their buyers were better protected before releasing their work. This is where the UREEQA partnership was formed to validate the authorship, ownership, and originality of the entire collection. Buyers can purchase these NFTs and confirm via the collection's provenance page that the work in fact authentic. "From our initial conversations with John and Steve we learned about their unfortunate experience, having their previous IP stolen and monetized without their approval. After pouring heart and soul into the project, then hearing about their struggle to fight the theft, this is unfortunately all too common and exactly why we created UREEQA," said Shannon Powell, CMO and co-founder of UREEQA.Being Italian, food is something that has always been near and dear to Steve and John's hearts. That's why they wanted to use the drop of this NFT collection to give back, and felt Move For Hunger would be the perfect fit. "We are thrilled for the launch of Joe Ravioli, and our partnership with i-Create. This is our organization's first time working with an NFT launch, and we are excited that this creative campaign will help raise awareness about hunger and food waste across the nation," said Adam Lowy, Founder & Executive Director, Move For Hunger.Outside of supporting a great cause, holders of Joe Ravioli NFTs have access to partnerships that give them monetization opportunities out of the gate with teelaunch. "teelaunch is very excited to be partnering with i-Create's Joe Ravioli NFT project launch," said Christopher Hamze, President and Founding Partner at teelaunch. "teelaunch will be the POD (Print on Demand) delivery partner, making it accessible for NFT holders who have been granted commercial rights to sell on physical POD products after collecting and utilizing their NFTs from either or both The CHEESIEST imPASTA 10K and The Meatball Gang - Joe Goes Underground 10K. We are looking forward to a long-lasting collaboration."You want IRL (in real life) merchandise of your Joe Ravioli NFT? John and Steve already have you covered there too as they've partnered with Ata-Boy and Decalcomania to bring the characters to life in everything from buttons, to stickers and wall decals."We are very excited about the launch of Joe Ravioli from the talented i-Create group. Joe Ravioli introduces us to the world of humorous Italian characters, with licenses including Ata-Boy and Decalcomania. We are excited to have this product launch with the NFT," says Joy Tashjian, President of Joy Tashjian Marketing Group, working with i-Create to build creative and unique license products.After creating all the Joe Ravioli characters, Steve really felt they needed to take the project one step further and bring the characters to life. So he enlisted the help of Jennifer Hotai, CEO & Founder at Plover Animation."Plover Animation is sizzling with anticipation to bring the Joe Ravioli NFT collection to life! This is a highly anticipated project for us, as we will have access to the many digital art ingredients of this culinary-themed creation provided by i-Create LLC. We will be cooking (virtually, of course!) up several animated NFTs per week, so be on the lookout soon for those tasty drops," says Jennifer.Get ready for the Cheesiest NFT drop ever ! JoeRavioliNFT ... 12/19/2022http://joeravioli.io/ ; http://discord.gg/joeraviolinft ; https://twitter.com/joeraviolinft ; http://instagram.com/joeraviolinft/ ; http://facebook.com/joeraviolinft About UREEQAThe UREEQA platform strives to protect creators' work, their rights and their revenue by harnessing the power of blockchain technology. Building a robust and compelling Package of Proof for source creative work, UREEQA mints only Validated NFTs to represent creative rights. This helps keep buyers safe by giving them confidence that the work they are purchasing was minted by the smart contract approved by the creator of the work and is therefore authentic.UREEQA provides value and opportunities for its creators, validators and token holders via URQA, the token at the heart of the UREEQA ecosystem. Established in Canada in 2020, UREEQA is modernizing the inefficient and bureaucratic systems currently in place for copyright protection. For more information on UREEQA and upcoming announcements, please visit our website, join our Telegram channel and Discord server, and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.- Website: https://www.ureeqa.com/- Discord: https://discord.com/channels/756566642418384906/824682437417369654- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ureeqa_inc/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ureeqainc/- Telegram: https://t.me/UREEQA- Twitter: https://twitter.com/UREEQA_IncDisclaimer:Statements in this article, including any statements relating to UREEQA's future plans and objectives or expected results, may include forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions and are subject to all of the risks and uncertainties inherent in technology development and commercialization. As a result, actual results may vary materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Do your own research! Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. 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GHY and Curtin University Sign MOU to Jointly Shape the Next Generation of Media & Film Talents in the Region ACN Newswire

GHY and Curtin University Sign MOU to Jointly Shape the Next Generation of Media & Film Talents in the Region

Singapore, Dec 8, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - G.H.Y Culture & Media Holding Co., Limited ("GHY", and together with its subsidiaries and its PRC Affiliated Entities, the "Group"), a leading diversified group in Asia's media and entertainment industry, is pleased to announce that G.H.Y Culture & Media (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of GHY, has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding ("MOU") with a world-renowned education establishment, Curtin University, for an academic collaboration in higher education programs in Asia related to media and film studies.Under the MOU, both parties have agreed to (i) discuss opportunities for education-industry collaboration and work- integrated learning programs, (ii) explore development of a global major and cross-campus industry-integrated learning programs, (iii) exchange information relating to activities in fields of mutual interest and (iv) provide the students of Curtin with mobility opportunities.Curtin University is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing students for jobs of the future. Curtin University is one of the top universities worldwide and it has campuses in Western Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Mauritius.Since its establishment, GHY has placed a strong emphasis on identifying, nurturing and promoting talent in the media and film industry across Southeast Asia. While providing access and valuable exposure of its end-to-end production capabilities, GHY has also initiated various tie-ups with industry leaders and education institutions to provide more opportunities for aspiring talents to directly learn from industry professionals and gain practical experience in this niche industry.In addition, the Group has been expanding its portfolio of entertainment content and products, with diversification into new growth adjacencies such as musicals and its first-ever immersive live action game based on GHY's "Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty" drama series.Supported by a robust balance sheet with a net working capital of approximately S$130.1 million as at 30 June 2022, the Group is well-positioned to capture organic and inorganic growth initiatives, to capture the recovery and to bring sustainable long-term returns to shareholders.Mr. Guo Jingyu, Executive Chairman and Group CEO, said, "New media consumers in Asia are dominated by younger demographics and the method of their media consumption is shifting from the big screen to their mobile phones with various forms of personalisation.To better prepare and equip students for the future trends in the media and film industry, both GHY and Curtin University share a common vision to provide a structured higher-learning platform so as to develop Asia's talent pool and technology in the media and film industry to become one of the best in the world.With GHY's strong in-house production capabilities and established industry network, there will be more opportunities for industry exchanges and on-the-job training programs for students under this academic collaboration.For GHY, this is part of our initiatives to have an increasingly regional relationship and impact, strengthening our linkages with Asia through education and technology that are interconnected with our diversified business model within Asia's media and entertainment industry."Professor Richard Blythe, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Humanities, Curtin University, said, "The MOU would offer new opportunities for students to gain invaluable real-world experience. This exciting new industry-education collaboration will bring together Curtin's long-standing and successful screen arts expertise with GHY's strong in- house production skills and clear industry connections."Professor Blythe added, "We are delighted to be working with GHY Culture and Media to help develop and foster the next generation of media and film industry stars across Asia."About G.H.Y Culture & Media Holding Co. Ltd. (SGX: XJB; Bloomberg: GHY:SP)Listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange, G.H.Y Culture & Media Holding Co., Limited ("GHY" or the "Group") is a leading diversified group within Asia's media and entertainment industry. GHY has produced several dramas and films in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), Singapore and Malaysia that have been broadcasted and/or distributed on major TV networks and leading video streaming platforms in the PRC. The Group has also undertaken the production of concerts for well-known international artistes in Singapore, with upcoming concerts to be held in Singapore, Malaysia and Australia.GHY has strong in-house production teams, with scriptwriters, directors and producers who have been involved in various notable dramas and films. The production teams have consistently produced quality dramas and films and the Group also possesses expertise and capabilities across the business value chain.Currently headquartered in Singapore and the PRC with over 170 employees, the Group also engages in concert production, talent management services, and costumes, props and make-up services.For more information, please visit https://ghyculturemedia.com/ About Curtin UniversityCurtin University is Western Australia's largest university, with close to 60,000 students. In addition to the University's main campus in Perth, Curtin also has a major regional campus in Kalgoorlie, and a campus in Midland, as well as four global campuses in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai and Mauritius. Curtin staff and students come from Australia and over 120 other countries around the world, with half its international students studying at Curtin's offshore campuses.Curtin is ranked between 9th to 18th in Australia according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022 and has achieved a QS Five Stars Plus rating, the highest available for a tertiary institution, and one of only eight to do so in Australia.The University has built a reputation around innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, being at the forefront of many high-profile research projects in astronomy, biosciences, economics, mining and information technology. It is also recognised globally for its strong connections with the industry, and for its commitment to preparing students for the jobs of the future.For further information, visit curtin.edu.au.This press release should be read in conjunction with the announcement uploaded on SGXNet on 8 December 2022.DBS Bank Ltd. and UOB Kay Hian Private Limited are the joint issue managers and global coordinators (the "Joint Issue Managers and Global Coordinators") for the initial public offering of shares in, and listing of, G.H.Y Culture & Media Holding Co., Limited on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited. The Joint Issue Managers and Global Coordinators assume no responsibility for the contents of this announcement.For media and analysts' queries, please contact: 8PR ASIA Pte LtdAlex TanT: +65 9451 5252E: alex.tan@8prasia.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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LABSHIGH Disrupts the NFT Industry with the Launch of NFTMOA – the World’s Leading NFT Integrated Search Platform SeaPRwire

LABSHIGH Disrupts the NFT Industry with the Launch of NFTMOA – the World’s Leading NFT Integrated Search Platform

NFTMOA of LABSHIGH, a user-friendly online marketplace, officially launches the first-of-its-kind NFT integrated search platform and take extra steps to serve as real estate NFT investment service platform. Seoul, Korea, December 08, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – It is looking like the dawn of a new beginning in the NFT world with the introduction of NFTMOA of LABSHIGH. Described as the “Amazon of the NFT industry,” the platform is designed to allow users to see the scattered NFT marketplace in one place. In a related development, developers of the platform have announced plans to launch a real estate NFT investment service, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for NFT 2.0 and blockchain enthusiasts and lovers of digital assets. “Our goal is to make ‘all services and information related to NFT start with NFTMOA’. Users can create their own NFTs at NFTMOA to start communities and view important NFT-related information in real-time, and successfully launch a next-generation real estate NFT investment service platform globally to create awareness as NFTs start with LABSHIGH Co. LTD.” The NFT market has been described by experts as one of the catalysts of the global virtual asset market, especially as the entire industry remains bearish. Researchers have predicted that NFT transactions in 2027 to grow 35.0% annually compared to 2022 to achieve $13.6 billion. However, a Korean developer seems even more optimistic about the NFT market, with the creation of NFTMOA and other inherent groundbreaking solutions. Led by Kim Sung-sik, an experienced professional with years of serving as chief technology officer (CTO) at large companies, the LABSHIGH team is bringing a whole new experience into NFT and digital asset investment with the creation of NFTMOA. NFTMOA has its Mainnet to enable users to easily and conveniently use NFT-related services on the platform. The platform offers a wide range of selectable services from different sources on one platform, making it easy for potential clients to access. NFTMOA recently showed its best-selling NFT rankings on a weekly and monthly basis and constantly provide information on collections, recent trades, and trends in the market. Users can also enjoy special NFT services to fandom through collaboration with key creators of Multi-Channel Network (MCN). The real estate NFT investment services-prominent division of Labshigh, will provide NFT issuance and purchase services in collaboration with the Korea Real Estate Development Company and related foundations. Labshigh is preparing a new domestic building implementation project with major real estate developers, and 100,000 NFT securities (NFT securities) worth $100 will be issued first, and 900,000 to be issued subsequently. To learn more about NFTMOA and the plethora of innovative blockchain solutions offered, visit – https://www.nftmoa.io/. Social Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086487991972 Twitter: https://twitter.com/NftmoaN Media Contact Brand: LABSHIGH Co. Ltd (NFTMOA) Contact: Media team Email: information@labshigh.io Website: https://www.nftmoa.io/ SOURCE: LABSHIGH Co. Ltd (NFTMOA) The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SEAPRWire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Any questions, please contact cs/at/SEAPRWire.com Sectors: Top Story, Daily News SEA PRWire: PR distribution in Southeast Asia (Hong Kong: AsiaExcite, EastMud; AsiaEase; Singapore: SEAChronicle, VOASG; NetDace; Thailand: SEAsiabiz, AccessTH; Indonesia: SEATribune, DailyBerita; Philippines: SEATickers, PHNotes; Malaysia: SEANewswire, KULPR; Vietnam: SEANewsDesk, PostVN)
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Libra Incentix Partners with TAMIAS to Offer Blockchain-based Loyalty Rewards

Singapore, December 06, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – Libra Incentix (LIX) today announces yet another new partnership with TAMIAS, a leading global Point of Sale System (POS) company that will see LIX loyalty points offered to fans and locals at over 500 pop restaurants in Qatar as a reward for repeat purchase. Speaking at the signing of the partnership, co-founder Andrew Doxsey termed the alliance as an excellent opportunity for TAMIAS customers who will enjoy customized offers that suit their needs in the LIX ecosystem that boasts of several global brands. “We are excited to be signing this partnership with TAMIAS today. LIX will be walking hand to hand with TAMIAS to offer over 100,000 fans in Qatar customized LIX loyalty points that will provide offers that suit their needs. In addition, customers will have the opportunity to redeem personalized digital gifts and rewards with unique benefits from various global brands within the LIX ecosystem,” he said. Andrew further mentioned the partnership would propel LIX’s continued brand visibility and engagement to a global audience during the month-long tournament, a move that will boost its overall revenue by the end of the year 2022. “According to Qatar, 0ver 2.4 million match tickets have been sold, and with TAMIAS as the preferred POS for customers in over 400 pop-up restaurants, we believe the partnership will put The LIX brand in front of around one million people by the end of this year,” added Andrew. “The partnership with TAMIAS is also a testimony to the trust and belief global and leading brands have in entrusting their customer loyalty programs with LIX.” TAMIAS Founder & CEO, Mr. Dumas Jr., noted the partnership will, in the end, benefit the customer as they will be able to identify loyal customers and reward them appropriately. “We are happy to be signing this partnership today with LIX. As a POS service provider, our aim is to help store owners centralise their multiple sources of data to make their business life easier. LIX helps us diversify our reward systems, customizing them for the diverse customer base we serve, especially in Qatar where millions will be arriving to watch the games,” added Mr. Dumas Jr. Loyalty programs are an often-overlooked aspect of customer experience, but they can be vital in building relationships and loyalty with customers—when they’ re done well, he further explained. “Slowly, we will be re-inventing loyalty programs in the marketplace through strategic partnerships such as this. Our vision is to enable large and small brands to build their own ecosystems with their own loyalty currencies that can be monetized and managed over block chain,” noted Andrew. LIX offers other solutions, such as employee incentive programs that can be tailored to incentivize employee behavior. The company has already sold 2.3 billion tokens, partnering with global brands which are to be announced separately. Social Links Telegram: https://t.me/LibraIncentix Media Contact Brand: Libra Incentix Contact: Rafael Soultanov Email: LIX.PR@libraincentix.com Website: https://home.libraincentix.com/ SOURCE: Libra Incentix The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SEAPRWire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Any questions, please contact cs/at/SEAPRWire.com Sectors: Top Story, Daily News SEA PRWire: PR distribution in Southeast Asia (Hong Kong: AsiaExcite, EastMud; AsiaEase; Singapore: SEAChronicle, VOASG; NetDace; Thailand: SEAsiabiz, AccessTH; Indonesia: SEATribune, DailyBerita; Philippines: SEATickers, PHNotes; Malaysia: SEANewswire, KULPR; Vietnam: SEANewsDesk, PostVN)
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Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Fully Repays USD 45 Million Loan to IFC ACN Newswire

Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Fully Repays USD 45 Million Loan to IFC

JAKARTA, Dec 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - On 5th December 2022, Wintermar Group (WINS) fully repaid the US$45 million loan facility by IFC signed in December 2011. The IFC loan enabled Wintermar to transform the fleet into higher valued vessels through the purchase of 8 OSVs. Although the loan maturity had been extended to 2025, through better cash management the Company has been able to fully repay the loan early on December 2022.Sugiman Layanto, Managing Director of WINS said, "Wintermar values IFC as a partner that has played an important role in the growth of Wintermar. Our relationship with IFC facilitated the Company's growth to become a recognised international shipowner and operator in the Offshore industry. With IFC's support, Wintermar has continued to develop and reaffirm its best practices in Environmental, Social as well as Corporate Governance standards. We are thankful that we have been able to complete this early repayment of the loan ahead of the repayment schedule. We look forward to continuing our relationship."Azam Khan, IFC Country Manager for Indonesia and Timor-Leste said, "We are very pleased with IFC's long term partnership with Wintermar. It demonstrates IFC's commitment and continuous support to local clients even during challenging times. We look forward to continuing this relationship and supporting the company's new initiatives such as offshore wind and other renewable energy endeavors."Wintermar has in recent months embarked on a fleet expansion program, with total acquisition of 2 PSVs in 2021 and 1 PSV and 5 AHTS in 2022 through internally generated cash and term loans of US$14 million. Net gearing after this repayment is still low at 8.9%, providing room for further growth in the coming years.About Wintermar Offshore Marine GroupWintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.For further information, please contact:Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFAInvestor RelationsPT Wintermar Offshore Marine TbkTel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd, Singapore signs a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly develop an Energy Storage System (ESS) with Terasaki Electric Co., Shift Clean Solutions Ltd. and RINA ACN Newswire

Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd, Singapore signs a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly develop an Energy Storage System (ESS) with Terasaki Electric Co., Shift Clean Solutions Ltd. and RINA

SINGAPORE, Dec 6, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd , Asia's largest offshore crew boat operator, has signed an MOU to jointly develop an Energy Storage System (ESS) with Terasaki Electric Co., Shift Clean Solutions Ltd. and RINA for the FOS Fleet as part of FOS "Green Initiative and Sustainability Program" to cut vessel carbon emission. The ESS system will be a containerised version where it will have a "Plug and Play" connection to connect with the vessel's Electrical System. Terasaki Electric Co. will be providing the in-depth know-how to upgrade the existing vessel MSB and PMS for the vessel electrical system while SHIFT will provide their latest State-of-the-Art Marine Approved Batteries and operational software (OnWatch) for the FOS's ESS system. RINA will be reviewing the ESS systems and will provide the "Approval-in-principle"."FOS's "Go Green Attitude" is absolutely amazing! The way they talk about decarbonisation and how to help the environment really thrilled us. With this project, and many to follow, we are determined to show our commitment to working towards a better, healthier, and sustainable environment. We are happy to work once again side by side with Shift Clean Energy and RINA to support FOSs "Green Initiative and Sustainability Program". Together, let us contribute to cleaner seas." - Mr Ryo Katsuki of Terasaki Electric Co. (F.E) Pte Ltd, https://www.terasaki.com.sg/"We are thrilled to work with Terasaki, RINA and Fast Offshore Supply to electrify these advanced crew transfer vessels. It is a privilege to join forces with forward-thinking organizations and we know that this is only the beginning of an impactful and exciting project and wider mission to decarbonize the marine industry as a whole." - Mr Brent Perry, CEO and founder of Shift Clean Solution."The shipping industry faces unprecedented challenges as environmental regulations tighten. RINA is honoured to work with like-minded partners, FOS, Terasaki and Shift Clean Solution in providing a solution to comply with the regulations and contribute to reduction of carbon emission in shipping We are excited to be part of the MOU to create a sustainable future for the benefit of all maritime stakeholders and the environment." - Mr Simone Manca, Regional Senior Director, Asia, of RINA.About Fast Offshore Supply Pte LtdFast Offshore Supply (FOS) is a Singapore-based company that designs and manufactures, as well as owns and operates one of Asia's most advanced fleets of Fast Multi-purpose Supply Vessels (FMSV). Fast Offshore Supply provides the marine industry with fast, efficient and comfortable transportation of passengers (both seated and in-cabin) with its 'Master of the Sea' vessels in Fast Cargo Transfer, Fast Passenger Transfer, Towing, Emergency Rescue and Response, Fire Fighting, and Oil Pollution Control. Jointly designed by Naval Architects from Norway and Singapore, FOS vessels support both exploration and production activities in the oil field for clients such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, Chevron, CNOOC, Premier, Stat Oil, ENI, Conoco Philips, Lundin and more. Fast Offshore vessels have operated throughout Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Brunei, Philippines, Myanmar, UAE, Nigeria, and Australia. www.fastoffshore.com.sg / marketing@fastoffshore.com.sgAbout Terasaki Electric Co.Terasaki Electric is one of the leading international electrical switchboards and control systems manufacturer in Asia. Terasaki design and manufacture power distribution control systems for factories, railways station and all kind of vessels. Terasaki's business and technology spans five core fields: marine systems, industrial systems, circuit breakers, engineering, elector-fitting and servicing. Terasaki Electric also support all kind of GREEN project as system integrator role. Terasaki emphasize on the after sales service, therefore, Terasaki group also got a well establish global services network all around the world.About Shift Clean EnergyShift Clean Energy provides energy storage solutions to decarbonize the marine transport industry and other hard-to-abate sectors. Shift enables customers to meet their climate action and ESG goals with clean energy solutions based on leading-edge energy storage systems. Understood to be the safest and most reliable energy storage solutions on the market today, and the first commercial marine solutions company to offer pay-as-you-go PwrSwap subscription energy systems. Customers save money from day one through electrification, integrating ESS and renewable energy for both commercial and maritime applications. Shift now has offices in the US, UK, and the Netherlands, with a new office under construction in Singapore. Join us on our mission to zero emissions.About RINARINA provides classification and technical services to the maritime industry and consists of the parent company RINA S.p.A., the holding which controls the main sub-holdings RINA Services S.p.A. and RINA Consulting S.p.A. In order to ensure compliance with the applicable recognition, authorization, notification and accreditation rules, including those relevant to the management of impartiality, RINA has adopted a governance and organizational model. According to this model, the sub-holdings are subject to direction and co-ordination by the holding in the finance, administration, strategic, organizational, managerial and business continuity fields, while technical and operational decisions remain under the exclusive responsibility of the sub-holdings and their controlled companies. The strict separation of duties in the governing bodies and the impartiality risk assessment, which identifies and manages the impartiality and conflict of interest threats coming from the company relations, ensure compliance with the applicable impartiality rules. www.rina.org Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Piper officially launches Luxury, Direct-to-Consumer, Jewelry Brand taking on High Margin Industry ACN Newswire

Piper officially launches Luxury, Direct-to-Consumer, Jewelry Brand taking on High Margin Industry

NEW YORK, Dec 5, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Piper Jewels (http://www.piperjewels.com), the direct-to-consumer fine jewelry company, formally announces its launch. The company's goal is to challenge the $20+ billion U.S luxury jewelry market with its compelling direct-to-consumer offering. The founders of the company bring decades of fine jewelry design and manufacturing experience to the discriminating consumer who is looking for upscale jewelry design at an accessible price.Piper has tapped into the efficiencies of e-commerce to bring the highest level of fine jewelry at a fraction of the price of high-fashion houses. They offer a full line of fashion jewelry with a primary focus on fine engagement and wedding jewelry. All pieces are made with the highest quality craftsmanship from ethically sourced materials.According to Founder and CEO, Steven Messler, "We saw a major opportunity to provide the service, precision, and product level of a Cartier or Tiffany's, without the markups associated with those brands. Piper's vision is to provide the absolute best in design, product, and service at an affordable price. Until now, no online jewelry brand has done this."All aspects of Piper's business reflect their commitment to disrupting this category. All of Piper's diamonds are ethically sourced to the highest standard following the Kimberley process. The company's world-class 60,000 square foot production facility in North America is SGS certified and has only produced jewelry at the highest level with state of the art manufacturing and tooling. According to Messler, almost all of Piper's craftsmen have been in the field for at least 15 years. Piper offers clients the ability to customize existing designs to reflect their personal taste and desires and they also provide a custom jewelry program for customers looking for special items.Piper is driven to provide the highest-touch customer service. Their support team is available by phone or chat 7 days a week. Additionally, Piper offers a seamless return policy.About Piper JewelsThe New York City and Austin, TX based jewelry company was founded by third-generation Jeweler Steven Messler and Entrepreneur Raja Joshi. A high profile list of advisors and investors from Retail and E-Commerce have led its current investment to date. For more information, go to http://www.piperjewels.com. Media Contact:Krista Deshayes, Piper Jewels, 1(832) 386-5106, Krista@Piperjewels.ComThis press release is issued through EmailWire(TM)(www.emailwire.com) - the global newswire service that provides Press release distribution with guaranteed results(TM). Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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Hospitality 360 Expands Hotel Management Portfolio ACN Newswire

Hospitality 360 Expands Hotel Management Portfolio

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hospitality 360 Sdn Bhd (H360), a Malaysian hotel management and consulting company, is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic partnership with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts to expand their portfolio of hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments across Malaysia.Yang Berbahagia Dato' Indera Naresh Mohan, Group Chief Executive Officer of Hospitality 360 Sdn Bhd; Ms. Teng Car Men, Executive Director of Jesselton Newcity Development Sdn Bhd and Mr. Matt Holmes, Vice President & Head of Development of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (South East Asia and Pacific Rim) [L-R]As H360 and Wyndham memorialize their common objective to continue their commercial dealings and deepen their business relations, we are witnessing the beginning of a new chapter in their illustrious partnership. Under the terms of their partnership agreement, H360 will deliver at least 15 hotels signed as franchises under various Wyndham-owned brands over the course of the next six years.To mark this illustrious partnership, there were several Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) and agreements for H360 to manage, under various Wyndham brands, 4 hotels and luxury serviced apartments in Sabah.The MoUs were signed between Wyndham and the developers of the hotel properties, namely, Jesselton Newcity Development Sdn. Bhd; and Sumbangan Aru KK Sdn. Bhd; for the properties that will in turn be managed as Wyndham Grand, Dolce by Wyndham, and Ramada by Wyndham brands. Construction of these hotels, totalling more than 2000 rooms will commence in phases starting in 2023 and is expected to complete by 2027.In addition to the pipeline of current signings, H360 through the newly announced strategic partnership with Wyndham also has other hotel properties in the pipeline. They are namely our future flagship property, the Wyndham Grand TRX KL with more than 190 rooms, developed by Core Precious Development Sdn Bhd in which the construction is underway and due to complete by Q4 2023; and the newly built Ramada by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru with more than 190 rooms which will be operational by Q1 2023.Furthermore, the under construction, 85 rooms luxury serviced apartment project Isola KLCC, developed by OCR Berhad, the 152 rooms Shahzan Kuantan in Pahang, the 204 rooms Trinidad Suites Puteri Harbour in Johor and three more properties namely the 88 rooms Lisbon Melaka, the 158 rooms Trigo Kuala Lumpur, and the 90 rooms Shahzan Frasers Hill are all expected to sign to Wyndham's Trademark Collection brand.Looking ahead and through the various agreements, we target to achieve a portfolio of approximately 5000 rooms all over Malaysia by 2027.Group Chief Executive Officer of Hospitality 360 Sdn Bhd, Dato' Indera Naresh Mohan said, "This is an exciting time for us as we expand our hotel management portfolio to more locations around the country. The properties we will manage are targeted at different segments of the market, from leisure travellers and families to business travellers. We are looking forward to working with Wyndham to ensure all our guests get a full and holistic experience in our managed properties."Vice President of Development, South East Asia & Pacific for Wyndham, Matt Holmes said, "By signing this strategic agreement with Hospitality 360 Sdn. Bhd, we continue to grow our operational presence in Malaysia. This move will position Wyndham strongly to tap on the exponential rise in travel demand which has accelerated since early 2022 as borders reopen across key markets in Asia Pacific. Looking ahead towards the future, we are excited and happy to strengthen the partnership with Hospitality 360 in Malaysia and deliver our iconic 'Count on Me' service to our business and leisure guests."Hospitality 360 Sdn Bhd: http://hospitality360.my/ Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
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