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HONG KONG, Mar 31, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - 28 March 2025, GF Securities Co., Ltd. ("GF Securities" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries within the scope of its consolidated financial statements (“subsidiaries”), the “Group”) announced its annual results for 2024. Last year was a crucial year for China in pursuing economic transformation and comprehensively deepening the reform of the capital market. Faced a challenging macroeconomic situation and an evolving industry landscape, GF Securities made a unified response and worked hard to press ahead by maintaining the positioning of a securities company as a functional entity in effectively playing its role of serving the real economy. The Company achieved steady progress in all areas of its work with main operating indicators in the forefront of the industry, realizing a total revenue and other income of RMB37,346 million and a net profit attributable to shareholders of the Company of RMB9,637 million.As one of the first batch of pilot comprehensive management brokerages selected by the CSRC, GF Securities possesses licenses for a full range of services involved in four business segments, including investment banking, wealth management, trading and institution, and investment management. The Group has successively set up futures subsidiaries, public fund subsidiaries, private fund subsidiaries, alternative investment subsidiaries and asset management subsidiaries. With its unique value concept and pragmatic entrepreneurial style, the Company has built up a full-service chain with comprehensive layout and strong strength. In respect of regional development, the Company based in Guangdong and serves the whole country, connecting domestically and internationally, forges a leading national brokerage with a long-term vision and an open mind. Against this backdrop, the Company has maintained main operating indicators ranking among the top securities companies in China for many consecutive years, and established its leading advantages in various key business segments.Mr. Lin Chuanhui, the Chairman of GF Securities, said: “Over the last year, the Company actively committed to its original aspirations of serving the real economy by tracing its roots in the industry for development. We actively integrated into the overall national development, made new progress in the in-depth development of “Five Major Areas”. In 2025, the “1+N” policy for the capital market will continue to take effect and deliver solid outcomes, further enhancing the value of investment. Accordingly, the Company will adhere to the main responsibilities and principal businesses and prioritize the role of performing its functions, while embracing technological revolution to actively pursue innovative changes, so as to make its contribution to the high-quality development of the capital market.”With Focusing on Main Responsibilities and Principal Businesses, the Four Major Business Segments Have Achieved Steady GrowthGF Securities has a complete business system with a balanced business structure, and has formed a leading advantage in many core business areas such as wealth management, asset management, and research. During the Reporting Period, the Company's four major business segments all achieved steady growth.The transformation of wealth management business segment has achieved remarkable results. As of the end of December 2024, the total balance of financial products sold by the Company on a commission basis exceeded RMB260 billion, representing an increase of approximately 22% as compared to the end of last year. The turnover of the Company’s SSE and SZSE stock and funds amounted to RMB23.95 trillion (bilateral statistics), representing a year-on-year increase of 28.98%. The balance of margin financing and securities lending of the Company was RMB103.686 billion, representing an increase of 16.52% as compared to the end of last year, with a market share of 5.56%. Clients’ asset allocation needs continue to be released. The Company has an investment advisory team of more than 4,600 employees, still ranking first in the industry (based on data of parent company). The net sales income and balance of financial products and commissions for multi-market transactions all achieved a year-on-year growth.The investment banking business segment achieved counter-cyclical growth. During the Reporting Period, the Company's equity and bond underwriting scale ranked among the top ten in the industry. In respect of domestic equity financing, the Company completed A-share equity financing projects with a lead underwritten amount of RMB8.666 billion, achieving market share increased against the downward trend. At the same time, the Company completed 14 Hong Kong IPO projects, and 1 US IPO project. According to the statistics of Dealogic, the Company’s equity financing business in Hong Kong ranked fourth among Chinese-based securities companies in terms of the total issuance size of IPOs and refinancing projects equally distributed among all underwriters. In respect of debt financing business, the Company acted as the lead underwriter for 665 tranches of bonds, representing a year-on-year increase of 59.86%, with a lead underwritten amount of RMB296.322 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 21.22%. In respect of Chinese offshore bond business, 60 bonds were issued with an underwritten amount of US$11.022 billion, while the Company completed five projects in major asset restructuring and financial advisory business that had industry and regional influence, involving a total transaction amount of approximately RMB13.357 billion.The investment management segment further solidified its strengths. The Group carries out public fund management business through its non-wholly owned subsidiary, GF Fund, and investee company, E Fund to manage the public funds with the net assets amounted to over RMB3.5 trillion. GF Fund and E Fund ranked third and first in the industry in terms of the size of public funds under the management excluding monetary funds, respectively (Source: Wind, Statistics of the Company). The Group also engages in private fund management business through its wholly-owned subsidiary, GF Xinde focusing on industries such as biomedicine, intelligent manufacturing, new energy and corporate services. The average monthly paid-in amount of funds under management by GF Xinde was over RMB17.5 billion in the third quarter of 2024 (Source: Asset Management Association of China). In the overseas market, GF Investments (Hong Kong), the wholly-owned subsidiary of the Group, has managed investment projects focused mainly in the fields of high-end manufacturing, TMT, big consumption, biomedical, etc. Several investment projects have exited by way of mergers and acquisitions or been listed on the stock exchanges in Hong Kong, the United States and other regions.The trading and institutional business segment maintained strong momentum. As a primary dealer of OTC derivatives business, the Company’s trading business ranks firmly in the first echelon, providing market-making services for more than 800 funds and all ETF options of the SSE and SZSE, and market-making services for CSI 300 stock index options and CSI 1000 stock index options of the China Financial Futures Exchange, and market-making services for 43 NEEQ companies. During the Reporting Period, the Company issued 84,691 private equity products through the China Securities Inter-agency Quotation System and OTC market, with a total amount of RMB900.744 billion. Meanwhile, the scale of FICC business continued to grow with multiple strategies and the Company ranked fifth in the industry in terms of the scale of custody of public funds.With Customer-centric Focus to Optimize Integrated Financial Service CapabilitiesGF Securities insists on being investor-oriented, and continues to improve the quality and efficiency of services to different customer groups such as individual investors, institutional investors, and corporate customers by honing its comprehensive financial service capabilities with the full life cycle across the entire business chain, and rewards investors with outstanding results.In respect of individual investors, the Company insists on a "customer-centric" business philosophy and unswervingly accelerates its transformation into a buy-side investment adviser to stay highly aligned with the interests of investors. During the Reporting Period, the Company closely followed its main tone for high-quality development and its digitalization and platform-based strategies, focused on the key development direction for “high-quality customer base and efficient online operation” of the wealth brokerage business, carried out customer development services and standardized operations both online and offline; achieved steady progress in the implementation of transformation and reform of the wealth management and brokerage business; continued to enhance the comprehensive capacity of serving residents’ wealth management. In terms of the balance maintained by the agency sales of non-monetary public funds, the Company ranked No. 3 in the industry. At the end of December 2024, the Company had 356 branches and business departments nationwide, with a presence in 31 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions across the PRC. The number and coverage ratio of business outlets in the nine cities of the Pearl River Delta in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area ranked No. 1 in the industry, providing a wide range of market reach for the Company’s business and laying important support for customer accumulation and service. In 2024, the Company also obtained the qualification for the first batch of pilot work for the Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect Scheme, marking a solid pace to deepen the cooperation between institutions in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, catering the customers’ demands of wealth allocation.In respect of institutional clients, the outstanding research capacity of the Company enjoys a high reputation in the industry and received numerous honors. The Company has won awards from mainstream organizations and ranked among the top: Best Analyst of Securities Times , Best Analyst of New Fortune , China Securities Industry Analyst Golden Bull Award, etc. As of the end of December 2024, the Group’s equity research covered 28 industries and 993 A-share listed companies in China, and 169 Hong Kong and overseas listed companies. In 2024, focusing on the main line of Chinese-style modernization, the Company held large-scale strategy conferences such as “Focusing on New Quality Productive Forces ”, “Strengthening the Foundation and Cultivating the Roots” and “Forseeing 2025”to build a communication platform between listed companies and institutional investors to serve the development of the real economy, and also held an investment strategy seminar in Hong Kong, with a focus on serving overseas institutional investors.In respect of corporate clients, guided by client demand, the Company has built an investment banking service system with a full business chain throughout the life cycle, adhered to the original purpose of serving the real economy with finance and giving priority to functionality, as well as endeavored to develop into an industrial investment bank and a technology investment bank. As of the end of 2024, the Company sponsored a total of 44 companies listed on the market as the lead brokerage, of which 84.09% were “specialized, sophisticated, distinctive and innovative” enterprises. The Company attached great importance to serving national strategies with bond business and facilitated high-quality development with financial power. During the Reporting Period, the Company acted as the lead underwriter for 110 tranches of various science and technology innovation bonds with an underwritten amount of RMB34.479 billion; acted as the lead underwriter for 18 tranches of various low-carbon transformation and green bonds with an underwritten amount of RMB5.631 billion; and acted as the lead underwriter for 5 tranches of rural revitalization bonds with an underwritten amount of RMB1.119 billion. The Company took multiple measures to strengthen the quality control of its practices and received a Class A rating in the 2024 quality evaluation of bond practices of securities companies organized by the Securities Association.Moreover, centering around the guidance of national industrial policies, financial policies and regional development policies, the Company practiced the business model of “One Guangfa” by holding a number of large-scale M&A themed events, such as the forum on merger and acquisition of new quality productive forces and the inaugural conference of the Guangdong capital market M&A alliance, and building a merger and acquisition business ecosystem to provide customers with multi-level and all-round comprehensive services, promoting the orderly circulation of assets and capital. During the Reporting Period, the industrial research institute of the Company continued to build an ecosystem of production, learning, research, investment and financing integration, empowered the development of various business segments, provided research support for policy formulation and industrial planning of government departments, and explored the establishment of industrial incubation and transformation cooperation mechanism with key scientific research universities to play a role as a bridge of “technology-finance-industry”.Deepening the Development of "Five Major Area" and Actively Fulfill Social ResponsibilitiesAs one of the few major brokerages which have not accepted investment or undergone restructuring due to operating losses among the first batch of brokers established from the end of the 1980’s to the early 1990’s, GF Securities always maintains a strong sense of family and country, upholds its mission of “creating values to realize the dream of serving the country with financial services”. Moreover, in making continuous progress in developing its corporate values of “inquisitiveness and integrity” and carrying forward its excellent cultural genes of an “army of PhDs”, with knowledge as the guarantee and professionalism as the cornerstone, GF Securities will actively serve the real economy for both quantity and quality.During the Reporting Period, the Company proactively integrated into the national development and made new progress in the in-depth development of the “Five Major Areas”. The Company made efforts to support the development of the area of technology and finance by making equity investment in 30 I&T enterprises, entered into equity financing and debt financing arrangements for 42 technology enterprises with a total amount of RMB147.0 billion, and established 6 investment funds for technological innovation enterprises, so as to cater the needs of various technology innovation entities for investment and financing. The Company also continued to build a green financial service system and published 11 in-depth research reports such as the Blue Book on the Development of the Green Energy Industry to support the research in the area of green industries. In addition, the Company has underwritten and issued bonds for 7 green ABS projects with a raised fund of RMB14.759 billion, thereby providing diverse financial solutions for green industries. The Company has made investment in green bonds through its owned funds with an amount of RMB5.993 billion, thereby introducing “financial water” that helps the development of the green industries. The Company has expanded the business layout of the pension finance business by issuing a total of 24 products of pension target funds with a total amount of RMB6.9 billion, so as to develop a multi-level pension finance service system. The Company continued to explore possibilities for application and implementation of digital finance and put a total of 43 large-scale AI models into practice, which has help the Company maintain its leading position in the industry in terms of number of scenarios and business coverage.At the same time, the Company also commits to the philosophy of finance for the country and finance for the people and proactively performed its social responsibilities. During the Reporting Period, the Company focused on areas of rural revitalisation by providing student subsidies and boosting education, finance empowerment and medical assistance, and has made social welfare expenses at an amount of RMB22.6760 million. Meanwhile, the total social welfare expenses incurred by GF Charity Foundation established by the Group, amounted to over RMB300 million. In terms of improving ESG governance, the Company has strengthened its comprehensive risk management, strictly abided by compliance operation requirements to enhance investor protection and shareholder return, and achieved a total social contribution of RMB4.29 per share. The Company has been included as a constituent stock in the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainable Index Series for many consecutive years.In the future, GF Securities will follow the guidance of China’s socialism with Chinese characteristics in a new era, serve national strategies in the course of its development, embrace the trend of technological revolution in its development, and pursue innovation and reform for its development, thus opening a new page in the development of the Company into an international first-class investment bank. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Apr 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JBM (Healthcare) Limited (“JBM Healthcare”; Stock Code: 2161, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”), a leading branded healthcare products marketer and distributor in Hong Kong, announced today that it has acquired a 90% stake in Tin Hee Tong Medicine Factory, Limited (“Tin Hee Tong”,), at a total consideration of HK$171.0 million. Tin Hee Tong has now become a non-wholly owned subsidiary of JBM Healthcare.Strengthening the Portfolio with a Trusted Heritage BrandTin Hee Tong’s flagship product, Tin Hee Tong Tin Hee Pills, has a rich legacy and strong brand recognition across Hong Kong and Mainland China, particularly in Guangdong Province. The product is well formulated for regulating the female menstrual cycle, promoting reproductive health, and enhancing blood circulation for a radiant complexion. Tin Hee Tong Tin Hee Pills is a highly trusted brand for gynecological well-being among female consumers. Recognising its distinctive market position and long-term growth potential, the Group sees this acquisition as a valuable strategic fit for its proprietary Chinese medicines portfolio.Unlocking Growth Potential & SynergiesThe acquisition presents a compelling opportunity to expand the Group’s portfolio of proprietary Chinese medicines and accelerate its growth strategy. By integrating this iconic brand into its existing lineup, the Group is well-positioned to capitalise on rising consumer demand for holistic healthcare solutions.To maximise the brand’s potential, the Group plans to launch a comprehensive marketing campaign, leveraging its extensive expertise in brand management and revitalisation to boost consumer awareness and engagement. Additionally, the Group will expand distribution networks to capitalise on new market opportunities and customer segments. By combining the complementary strengths of both businesses, the acquisition is expected to generate significant synergies, reinforcing the Group’s strategy of acquiring assets that align with its long-term vision and create shareholders’ value.Proven Track Record in Brand RevitalisationThe Group has a proven track record of revitalising heritage proprietary medicines brands, effectively transforming legacy products into prominent market players. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as Po Chai Pills — a market leader in proprietary Chinese gastrointestinal medicines, Ho Chai Kung — a widely recognised household name in the OTC pain killer category, and Flying Eagle Woodlok Oil — a rejuvenated brand in the traditional Chinese medicated oil sector, driven by creative advertising that blends Hong Kong nostalgia with broad consumer appeal.Through strategic brand revitalisation, omni-channel expansion, and digitally driven consumer engagement strategies, the Group has successfully transformed heritage brands into contemporary wellness solutions that resonate with both loyal customers and the younger, generations. With Tin Hee Tong Tin Hee Pills, JBM Healthcare is set to reinvigorate this trusted brand and expand its market presence.Mr. Patrick Wong, Chief Executive Officer of JBM Healthcare said, “The acquisition of Tin Hee Tong represents a pivotal step in strengthening our leadership in the proprietary Chinese medicines sector. With its rich heritage and strong recognition, Tin Hee Tong Tin Hee Pills is a highly complementary addition to our portfolio. Drawing on our proven brand revitalisation expertise, we are confident in unlocking its full growth potential and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.”About JBM (Healthcare) Limited; Stock Code: 2161)JBM Healthcare is a Hong Kong-based company that markets and distributes branded healthcare products across Greater China, Southeast Asia, and other select countries. The Group is a distinctive player in the sector with marketing expertise and heritage in pharmaceuticals that prioritises product efficacy and quality to meet consumers' healthcare needs. As a renowned healthcare brand operator in Hong Kong, the Group carries a wide-ranging portfolio of branded healthcare products comprising branded medicines, proprietary Chinese medicines, and health and wellness products, which include well-recognised household brands such as Po Chai Pills , Ho Chai Kung Tji Thung San , Tin Hee Tong Tin Hee Pills , Flying Eagle Woodlok Oil , Tong Tai Chung Woodlok Oil , Shiling Oil , Konsodona Medicated Oil , Contractubex and Mederma for Kids . JBM Healthcare has been a constituent stock of the MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index since 27 May 2021. For more details about JBM Healthcare, please visit: www.jbmhealthcare.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Apr 7, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TVS Motor Company (TVSM), a leading global manufacturer of two and three-wheelers, is set to strengthen its electric vehicle (EV) presence in Southeast Asia through the integration of ION Mobility’s assets, intellectual property, and talent into its operations. Southeast Asia represents one of the world’s fastest-growing regions for motorbike usage, offering a significant opportunity for expansion.TVSM has been a strategic investor in ION Mobility, a full-stack EV company known for its robust in-house capabilities across industrial and product design, mechanical and electrical engineering, embedded and power electronics, firmware, software, and supply chain solutions. This integration, combined with TVSM’s deep expertise in electric mobility, marks a major step toward unlocking new possibilities in the region.Commenting on the development, Sharad Mohan Mishra, President Group Strategy, TVS Motor Company, said: “We were an early strategic investor in ION Mobility, attracted by their focus on delivering smart, sustainable, and exciting mobility solutions for ASEAN markets. Our ‘Reimagine 2030’ vision strongly aligned with their mission. With the acquisition of ION Mobility’s assets, IP and core team, we are thrilled to bring their entrepreneurial energy, design thinking and engineering strength into TVSM. Combined with our R&D depth, quality systems, and manufacturing scale, this partnership positions us to accelerate market penetration and grow our share across Southeast Asia.”TVS Motor is already a formidable player in the global EV landscape, with nearly 600,000 customers choosing its flagship electric scooter, TVS iQube. The company has developed end-to-end in-house capabilities across EV components - battery systems, battery management, vehicle control units, and connected platforms - and holds more than 650 patents in the EV domain.Earlier this week, TVS Motor Company announced that its wholly owned subsidiary TVS Motor (Singapore) Pte Ltd acquired select assets from ION Mobility and also divested its stake in the company. Following this move, James Chan, Founder and CEO of ION Mobility, has joined TVS Motor Company as Senior Vice President. He will lead TVSM’s business across ASEAN while also spearheading the development and launch of the M1-S electric mobility platform. The M1-S is already generating strong interest in ASEAN markets for its striking design, impressive range, agile acceleration, and suitability for daily commutes.About TVS Motor CompanyTVS Motor Company (BSE:532343 and NSE: TVSMOTOR) is a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer globally, championing progress through sustainable mobility with four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located in India and Indonesia. Rooted in our 100-year legacy of trust, value, and passion for customers, it takes pride in making internationally accepted products of the highest quality through innovative and sustainable processes. TVS Motor is the only two-wheeler company to have won 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 four consecutive 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.com or write to corpcom@tvsmotor.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- The 2nd Smart Lighting Expo and 16th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), opened today and will run for four days until 9 April 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre- The twin fairs reveal brand new product trends including greenovation, customisation, connectivity & creativity, health & wellness and smart technology- Both the Asian Lighting Forum (6 April) and Smart Lighting Solution Forum (7 April) will be held during the fair period to explore the latest trends and developments in the lighting industryHONG KONG, Apr 6, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 2nd Smart Lighting Expo and 16th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today and will continue until 9 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year, the theme for both fairs is Go Smart, Live Green, presenting innovative and eco-friendly lighting solutions to enhance smart living and promote sustainability.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “As one of the events of Business of Innovation & Technology Week (BIT Week), Smart Lighting Expo returns this year and showcases a range of products and solutions, including smart lighting technologies, human-centric designs, sustainable lighting and much more. The Spring Lighting Fair continues to serve as a one-stop trading platform for diverse lighting products. The two fairs bring together some 1,000 exhibitors, creating an exceptional business and trade event for lighting fixtures, products and solutions.”According to Statista, the size of the global smart lighting market is expected to surge from US$8.1 billion in 2020 to US$44 billion in 2030. Smart lighting is programmed to allow users to adjust brightness, colour and colour temperature according to their needs. The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that LED technology will significantly reduce global electricity use by 2026, cutting carbon emissions by billions of dollars annually, and the widespread use of solar lighting solutions in urban infrastructure projects further demonstrates the industry's commitment to renewable energy.Two lighting fairs reveal new product trendsIn the face of changing market demands, apart from focusing on the functionality, the lighting industry continues to innovate this year with new trends such as sustainability, personalisation and creativity, healthy lighting and artificial intelligence (AI) technology being incorporated into lighting products.- Greenovation - Sustainable and innovative lighting productsIn response to the growing demand for sustainable solutions, the lighting sector has embraced “greenovation” — a forward-thinking approach that merges eco-friendly practices with cutting-edge technology and is becoming a new driver of growth. The principles of the circular economy are reshaping how lighting products are created, as seen from an increased use of recyclable and biodegradable components in fixtures, reducing environmental footprints.The Greenovation zone made its debut at the Spring Lighting Fair, with 15 exhibitors bringing a wide range of green lighting and smart home products. This included the LED mirror produced by Essence Sanitary Ware (Booth: 3E-C01) which combines advanced light control technology to provide intelligent lighting solutions in an adjustable brightness design and anti-fog technology. This is equipped with a magnifying mirror, Bluetooth speakers, a digital clock, WiFi weather updates, USB ports, a wireless charging shaving socket, and a smart panel, enhancing comfort and convenience. This innovative product is currently used in hotel and residential sectors and has been selected by multinational hotel groups.- Lighting fixtures with AI technology to create a smart homeThe introduction of AI and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions into lighting products has become an important part of enhancing the living environment and creating a high quality of life. The Smart Lighting Expo provides a comprehensive platform to showcase a wide range of smart products and lighting solutions. One such example is Kinglumi Co., Ltd. (Booth: 1B-A10), a national high-tech enterprise, which integrates AI, IoT and data analytics into its Caimeta AIoT product. This product is highly adaptable to the environment, outputs professional light colours, and provides end-to-end intelligent lighting solutions for industries such as retail, office buildings, hotels, residential buildings, schools, and restaurants.- Customised lighting to meet specific needsGone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach to lighting, as the demand for personalised and adaptable lighting solutions has soared. This transformation is reshaping the industry and creating new opportunities for businesses to cater to individual preferences. Products can be tailored to meet the specific needs of customers and venues.Shenzhen Snoowel Technology Co., LTD (Booth: 1B-C19), a high-tech enterprise in Shenzhen, has brought customisable LED plant grow lights to the fairs which can be tailored to meet customers' colour and shape preferences. The lights promote photosynthesis through the intertwined emission of blue and red light. They also provide targeted and general lighting, with adjustable colour temperature and full-spectrum white LED that enhances the natural colouring of the plants. Another notable product is XRibbon, an ultra-thin LED light strip from Huitron Limited (Booth: 1E-C24). Crafted from a flexible material and offering customisable light colours, it is ideal for indoor and outdoor decorative applications. This product has received the Red Dot Design Award.- Stylish lighting with creative design elementsThe industry is incorporating innovative design ideas and stylish elements into its lighting products. Lighting is no longer just about visibility — it’s a medium for creativity experience, and interconnected lifestyles. For example, lighting that can be controlled by voice can be connected to music devices at home to provide an immersive experience for users. Hong Kong SNC Lighting Co Ltd (Booth: 1E-C02) is introducing a new and innovative LED work light, the Multifunctional Move Work Light, which can be flexibly rotated to five angles, from 0° to 120°. The design offers streamlined, high-efficiency heat dissipation through holes in the light body, and each light can be adjusted for brightness, enhancing the users experience. The versatile work light is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, such as architectural lighting, scene lighting, commercial lighting, and advertising lighting. The LED lamp has won the iF design award for design innovation.Human-centric healthy lightingThe industry focuses not only on the design of lighting fixtures but also on the health of users, including intelligent healthy lighting products that can enhance the quality of users' sleep through human-centric lighting. Some exhibitors have made special efforts to create a healthy lighting environment. For example, Korea’s Prism (Booth: 3C-D09) brought the LED Desk Lamp to the Spring Lighting Fair, which is equipped with intelligent sensors for easy adjustment of light intensity. This can be attached to a monitor, making it suitable for long-term use, reducing eye fatigue.Gathering the most advanced lighting and solutionsThe Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association returns to the Smart Lighting Expo and hosts the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area, featuring Bweetech, Creatrol Intelligence, LEDiFUTURE, Shuncom AIoT, TYF and many more. In addition, there are group pavilions from Guangdong - Hong Kong – Macao Greater Bay Area – including a new Shenzhen Pavilion and the SZSA Smart Lighting Pavilion brought by Shenzhen Semiconductor Association, and the returning Zhongshan Pavilion, featuring some “New Technology Little Giant” enterprises that focus on niche and high-end market demands. Notable companies include Shenzhen Snoowel Technology Co., Ltd. (Booth: 1B-C19), which has patented LED lightbox edge light sources, and Shenzhen Xuyu Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. (Booth: 1B-A20), specialising in full-spectrum LED chips.Two forums to analyse hot topics in the marketIn addition to product demonstrations, the two fairs organise several industry seminars, networking receptions, product promotions and launches to keep participants abreast of the latest industry trends in sustainable lighting, healthy lighting and smart lighting, as well as provide opportunities for networking and expanding connections.The two key events are:- Asian Lighting Forum (6 April)The forum aims to facilitate the lighting industry’s adaptation to the latest market standards and showcase ESG developments through case studies. Matthew Norman, Creative Director at Baseline Lighting Design Studio, will present case studies from Asia and Europe on how the market is adapting to new EU regulations. Lucy Bubb, Managing Director of William Sugg & Co, a UK-based company specialising in the restoration of heritage lighting, will also share case studies on the revitalisation of heritage sites using sustainable lighting solutions, such as Duddell Street, Central, and the UK’s Parliament House, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey.- Smart Lighting Solution Forum (7 April)Co-organised with Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association (SILA) again, industry experts will explore the advancement of human-centric lighting technology and the customised application of intelligent lighting in different scenarios. Industry leaders such as Dr. Feng Huang, Chair of Zhaga CTF and DALI CFG at Zhaga Consortium & DALI Alliance, Zoe, Yi Xia, Director of the International WELL Building Institute (China), which leads the development of healthy buildings around the world, and Lingtao Kong, Head of R&D Department of Xiaomi IoT Platform, will share their views on the relationship between lighting and physical and mental health, and discuss the future of human-centric lighting.Business of Innovation & Technology Week (BIT Week) packed with innovation eventsDriven by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau and the HKTDC, the Business of Innovation & Technology Week (BIT Week) in April 2025 brings together a series of tech-related exhibitions, conferences, seminars, roundtables and networking events in Hong Kong, setting the perfect scene for industry exchanges and cross-disciplinary collaborations. A series of exciting events during the week, including the Smart Lighting Expo, InnoEX, Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), Hong Kong Web3 Festival and the Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference, are must-attend technology events for the industry.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4jejb5aThe 2nd Smart Lighting Expo and 16th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), will run until 9 April 2025, bringing together some 1,000 exhibitorsSmart Lighting Expo showcases a range of products and solutions, including smart lighting technologies, human-centric designs, energy-efficient innovations and much moreThe Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association returns to the Smart Lighting Expo and hosts the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area, showcasing the latest solutions from multiple renowned brandsSpring Lighting Fair is a one-stop trading platform for a wide range of lighting productsGreenovation Zone made its debut at the Spring Lighting Fair with 15 exhibitors presenting a wide range of green lighting and smart home productsAsian Lighting Forum was held today to facilitate the lighting industry’s adoption of the latest market standards and showcased ESG developments through case studiesFair informationDateOpening hours6-8 April 2024 (Sunday to Tuesday)9:30am – 6:30pm9 April 2024 (Wednesday)9:30am – 5pmVenueHall 1A-E and 3C-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan ChaiPress registration counter and media centreFor registration, members of the press must present their name cards and press passes at the counter located at the concourse of Hall 1CD, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, or visit the HKTDC media centre (G/F of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre near the Expo Drive entrance)Fair websitesSmart Lighting Expo: smartlightingexpo.hktdc.comHong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition): hklightingfairse.hktdc.comActivity schedule: https://www.hktdc.com/event/smartlightingexpo/en/programmeHKTDC Media Centre: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesPlease contact HKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:Stanley SoTel: (852) 2584 4049Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgClayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lawuw@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.