Qunabox Group Deliver Strong H1 2025 Performance with Over 30% Growth in Revenue and Gross Profit

HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In the first half of 2025, the artificial intelligence (AI) sector emerged as one of the most prominent structural investment themes in capital markets, sparking significant market enthusiasm. The market capitalization of leading companies in multiple AI-related segments saw significant increases, and the overall sector valuation rose markedly. As a result, the AI sector has become a high-prosperity track favored by institutional investors for portfolio allocation.Market analysts expect AI applications to emerge as a breakout sector as artificial intelligence deepens its integration across industries. Companies demonstrating both product innovation and real-world deployment capability are likely to draw heightened investor appetite. Among them, Qunabox Group (00917.HK), with its forward-looking strategic layout in “AI + Consumption Scenarios,” along with sustained high-intensity investment in technology and strong product commercialization capabilities, is poised to stand out in this wave of technology-scenario integration, potentially establishing itself as one of the most promising growth companies in this sector.On August 15, Qunabox Group released its 2025 interim results. In the first half of 2025, the Company achieved robust growth driven by continuous advancements in business model innovation, service capabilities enhancement, industry reputation building, and improved team execution. Leveraging its competitive advantages accumulated through years of sustained investment in AI, Qunabox Group seized the policy-driven opportunities in AI and consumption industries. The Company achieved revenue of RMB676.2 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 31.3%, while gross profit rose to RMB385.5 million, up 37.0% year-on-year, maintaining strong growth momentum and solidifying the Company’s leading position in China’s AI interactive marketing industry.Strategic Upgrade: Comprehensive Industrial Expansion from AI+ Marketing to AI+ Consumption ScenariosIn response to the profound transformation brought by the AI industrial revolution, Qunabox Group has fully upgraded its core strategy to focus on “AI + Consumption Scenarios”. The Company is concentrating on two key application scenarios – AI+ Marketing and AI+ Entertainment – while accelerating innovation in AI-powered services and product development. To support this strategic shift, the Company significantly increased its research and development investment in the first half of 2025 to RMB77.8 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 107.7%. As of 30 June 2025, Qunabox Group has established a robust technological moat, with cumulative registrations of 159 software copyrights and 34 patent applications.In terms of technology research and development, Qunabox Group has built an AI technology middle platform that reinforces its foundational technical architecture. By innovatively adopting a modular design approach, the Company has developed a reusable AI capabilities pool, significantly enhancing research and development efficiency and strengthening the scalability of its technologies across diverse application scenarios. Meanwhile, its self-developed multi-modal neural integrated collaborative engine—the AI-OMNI Engine (AI-Orchestrated Multimodal Neural Integration) —has achieved key technological breakthroughs, successfully empowering the three core layers of “perception, decision, execution,” significantly enhancing edge intelligence and multi-scenario adaptability.Notably, Qunabox Group has also made forward-looking advancements in the field of AI Agent. According to the Company’s 2025 interim report, it has deeply integrated AI Agent technology with its self-developed terminal operation and maintenance (O&M) large model, establishing a more intelligent O&M management system. This technological integration not only enables intelligent task dispatching and automated maintenance guidance, but also drives the transformation of O&M models from traditional “reactive maintenance” to “proactive prevention.” Industry analysts believe this move significantly enhances the professional capabilities and execution efficiency of terminal operation teams, marking a critical step in Qunabox Group’s journey toward operational intelligence. Moreover, it provides solid operational support for the large-scale implementation of the company’s “AI + Consumer Scenarios” strategy.Rapid Unleashing of the “AI+ Marketing” Business Flywheel EffectIn terms of marketing business, Qunabox Group has built a high-growth business flywheel by continuously driving the coordinated evolution of five core elements including product, client, data, technology and operations. In the first half of 2025, Qunabox Group’s marketing service revenue reached RMB568.0 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 37.9%; gross profit was RMB353.3 million, up 43.8% year on year. Among these, revenue from the standardized marketing services segment increased by 34.3% year on year, while revenue from the high-margin value-added marketing services segment grew by 63.1%, effectively boosting the Company’s overall profitability.On the one hand, while maintaining strong and stable partnerships with brand customers, Qunabox Group further tapped into the potential of KA customers by expanding service application scenarios, enriching and optimizing AI interactive marketing products, developing data strategy products, and refining its marketing product portfolio and service pattern, thereby broadening its collaboration with major customers. Leveraging its proprietary AI-OMNI Multi-modal Neural Synergy Engine, the Company has achieved dual breakthroughs in AI digital shopping assistants—enhancing both intelligent interaction capabilities and visual expressiveness—thereby significantly boosting customer engagement and conversion rates at offline terminals. In the first half of 2025, the average revenue per KA customer increased to RMB16.2 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 52.2%, providing strong support for high-quality revenue growth. On the other hand, by leveraging its technological and operational capabilities to advance the modularization of its marketing system, the Company enhanced its flexible combination capabilities between standardized marketing services and value-added marketing service modules, enabling complementary synergy, flexible integration, and efficient reuse between standardized and value-added services.It can be said that Qunabox Group’s “AI + Marketing” strategy has evolved from technological leadership to systematic growth, forging a five-dimensional moat integrating products, clients, data, technology, and operations—laying a robust foundation for sustained future growth.“AI+ Entertainment” Goes Global: Middle East Expansion Marks the Start of Ambitious Worldwide GrowthIn addition to marketing scenarios, Qunabox Group is actively capitalizing on the emerging “emotional consumption” trend in expanding the boundaries of AI entertainment applications. The Company has strategically positioned “AI + Entertainment” as a new frontier, aiming to build world-leading AI-powered indoor entertainment spaces, with the Middle East market as its first stop for global expansion. In the first half of 2025, Qunabox Group established an Overseas Entertainment Division, focusing on the strategic planning, product design, and commercialization of AI indoor entertainment spaces, to further strengthen the execution efficiency and market expansion of this business.Currently, the Division has completed its organizational structure and preparation for the first batch of venues, successfully obtaining the relevant local licenses. At the same time, core tasks such as product design and optimization, software and hardware system development, and the construction of content ecosystems are steadily progressing. Industry experts suggest this move may represent a strategic play in Qunabox Group’s global “IP incubation” initiative. By leveraging AI-generated technology and deep user behavior insights, the Company could develop original virtual characters and interactive experiences that balance local cultural relevance with global appeal. Through cross-media storytelling and digital asset management, these efforts may cultivate high-value original IPs. Such IPs are expected to serve as the core driver for AI entertainment spaces while extending into diverse monetization scenarios—including digital merchandise, brand collaborations, and fan engagement—significantly enhancing both user retention and commercial potential.In addition, Qunabox Group will deepen its diversification layout around the “AI + Consumption Scenarios” strategy. Through strategic acquisitions and ecosystem synergies, the Company will systematically extend its business boundaries and value chain depth to achieve high-quality, scalable growth.From a medium-to-long-term perspective, AI will continue to be the core driving force of industrial transformation, accelerating its penetration into marketing, entertainment, retail, and other scenarios. As a leading company in AI consumption scenarios, Qunabox Group remains at the forefront of AI industry applications through continuous strategic upgrades, technological innovation, and product implementation, building a long-term, sustainable, and high-quality growth flywheel. With the ongoing advancement of its “AI + Consumption Scenarios” strategy, Qunabox Group will unlock new frontiers for innovative growth. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Shuangdeng Group Proposed Listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange ACN Newswire

Shuangdeng Group Proposed Listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange

HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Global leading storage battery company in data center and telecom industries – Shuangdeng Group Co., Ltd. (stock code: 06960.HK), proposes to list its H Shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”).Shuangdeng Group plans to offer 58,557,000 H Shares (subject to the Over-allotment Option), of which 52,701,000 H Shares will be International Offer Shares (subject to reallocation and the Over-allotment Option), representing approximately 90% of the initial offer shares; the remaining 5,856,000 H Shares will be Hong Kong Offer Shares (subject to reallocation), representing approximately 10% of the initial offer shares. The Offer Price is HK$14.51 per H Share, plus brokerage of 1.0%, SFC transaction levy of 0.0027%, Hong Kong Stock Exchange trading fee of 0.00565% and AFRC transaction levy of 0.00015% (payable in full on application in Hong Kong dollars and subject to refund).Shuangdeng Group will open for Hong Kong Public Offering in Hong Kong at 9 a.m., August 18, 2025 (Monday), and close at 12:00 noon, August 21, 2025 (Thursday). Dealings in H shares of Shuangdeng Group on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is expected to commence on August 26, 2025 (Tuesday). The H shares will be traded in board lot of 500 H shares each. The Company’s stock code will be 06960.HK.China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited, Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited and CCB International Capital Limited are Joint Sponsors, Sponsor-Overall Coordinators, Overall Coordinators, Joint Global Coordinators, Joint Bookrunners and Joint Lead Mangers. Sanshui Venture Capital Co., Limited is the cornerstone investor, subscribing for H shares worthing approximately RMB220 million in total.Global leading storage battery company in data center and telecom industriesFounded in 2011 in Taizhou, Jiangsu Province in China, Shuangdeng Group is a leading company in energy storage business for big-data and telecommunication industries. With a deep understanding of the industry and customer demand, Shuangdeng Group has developed industry-leading technologies and multi-pathway products with optimal balance among safety, cost efficiency and performance, which enables it to capture huge growth potential in its industry. According to Frost & Sullivan, in 2024, the Company ranked the first among global telecom base station and data center energy storage battery providers in terms of shipment volume, achieving a market share of 11.1%.With its unwavering commitment to enhance the market recognition of its brand, Shuangdeng Group boast a high-quality global customer base with nearly 30 of the world’s top 100 telecom operators and equipment manufacturers, forging strong relationship with leading telecom operators and telecommunication equipment manufacturers in China, such as China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, and China Tower, as well as prominent international telecommunication giants like Ericsson, Vodafone, Orange, and Telenor. In addition, as of December 31, 2024, Shuangdeng Group served 80% of top 10 Chinese self-owned data center companies and 90% of top 10 Chinese third-party data center companies.R&D capabilities in high safety, cost efficiency and superior performanceShuangdeng Group’s products span diverse application scenarios, including energy storage for telecom base stations, data centers, and the electrical energy storage settings. Shuangdeng Group continuously expand its technology portfolio to encompass lithium-ion batteries, lead-acid batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and solid-state batteries, ensuring it can provide the most suitable products for various application scenarios and diverse customer use. Its R&D efforts are focused on addressing the needs and pain points of customers operating telecom base stations and data centers, with a steadfast commitment to ongoing improvements in safety, cost, and performance of products.Shuangdeng Group has established a technical expert committee led by multiple academicians and comprised of over 30 renowned industry experts. This committee collaborates with distinguished experts from leading institutions such as China Electric Power Research Institute, Tsinghua University, Nanjing University, and Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Together, the Company has developed a long-term, stable research and communication mechanism, regularly engaging in academic exchanges to stay abreast of cutting-edge technological advancements. Through active collaboration between industry, academia, and research, Shuangdeng Group continuously optimizes its product manufacturing process and technologies, driving ongoing innovation. As of August 8, 2025, the Company held a total of 353 patents, including 111 invention patents.Data center business accelerates, emerging as a key growth driverWith the penetration and promotion of big data, technologies, energy storage batteries for data centers have become essential products for ensuring data security and energy security. In 2018, Shuangdeng Group keenly identified the market demands of the internet era and began establishing cooperation relationship with large tech companies and data center operators. Since 2018, the Company has successively collaborated with Alibaba, JD.com, Baidu, GDS, and ChinData. In 2022, Shuangdeng Group innovatively developed the first large-scale dual-function energy storage plan incorporating “backup power + power storage and management” for data centers in China, and supplied our products to the Xiong’an Urban Supercomputing Center, contributing its successful achievement of being recognized as national green data center. Up to August 8, 2025, its energy storage products have been used in hundreds of data centers.According to Frost & Sullivan, in 2024, Shuangdeng Group ranked first among Chinese companies in terms of shipment volumes in the global data center energy storage market and its market share in the global data center market reached 16.1%. Revenues from sales of batteries used in data centers increased by 120% YoY from RMB397.0 million in the five months ended May 31, 2024 to RMB872.9 million in the five months ended May 31. This expansion boosted its contribution to total revenue from 28.4% to 46.7%, making it the company’s largest revenue source. Driven by the increase in revenues from sales of batteries used in data centers, the Company’s total revenues increased from RMB1,394.2 million in the five months ended May 31, 2024 to RMB1,866.6 million in the five months ended May 31, 2025.An experienced and visionary management teamShuangdeng Group is led by a visionary, stable, and highly experienced management team. The Company’s Chairman, Dr. Yang Rui, brings extensive experience in the energy storage battery industry and a global perspective. He has been honored with multiple accolades, including the 2024 Person of the Year in Energy Storage Battery Industry, and Jiangsu Province Excellent Entrepreneur. His forward-thinking strategic decisions have driven the Company’s continuous innovation and growth. Its executive Director and deputy general manager, Dr. Yang Baofeng, is a senior engineer who has received distinguished honors, such as ‘‘Jiangsu Province Technology Entrepreneur’’ and ‘‘Innovation and Entrepreneurship Star.’’ He also serves as Vice Chairman of the China Battery Industry Association and the China Chemical and Physical Power Industry Association. Its senior management team possesses deep expertise in energy storage battery technology and business management. All senior team members have been with us for many years, ensuring effective management collaboration and a unified long-term business strategy.Dr. Yang Rui, Chairman of the Board, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Shuangdeng Group said, “As a global leading storage battery company in data center and telecom industries, we always adhere to our customer-centric approach and devote ourselves to delivering the most suitable and premium batteries to our customers across various industries, including telecom operators and tech companies. As artificial intelligence technology ushers in a new era of widespread adoption, the surging demand for computing power will drive unprecedented growth in energy needs. In response to the expanding demand for computing power and the increasing energy consumption of data centers, we will maintain our innovative drive to seize growth opportunities in the data center sector and cultivate our second growth pillar. Meanwhile, we will continue to deepen our presence and penetration in existing markets while expanding our global presence, further strengthening our position as a globally leading brand.”Use of ProceedsShuangdeng Group estimates that it will receive net proceeds from the Global Offering of approximately HK$756.3 million, assuming the Over-Allotment Option is not exercised, after deducting the underwriting fees and commissions (assuming the full payment of the discretionary incentive fee) and estimated expenses payable by the Company. Approximately 40.0%, or approximately HK$302.6 million, will be used for the construction of a lithium-ion batteries production facility in Southeast Asia. Approximately 35.0% or approximately HK$264.7 million, is intended to be used to fund the establishment of a research and development center. Approximately 15.0%, or HK$113.4 million, is intended to be used to strengthen its overseas sales and marketing so that the Company can enhance its global presence, better serve its overseas customers and boost its international sales. And approximately 10%, or HK$75.6 million, will be used to provide funding for working capital and other general corporate purposes.For further information, please contact:Porda Havas International Finance Communications GroupMs. Kelly Fung+852 3150 6763kelly.fung@h-advisors.globalMs. May Yang+86 21 3397 8725may.yang@h-advisors.global Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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The 35th Food Expo and concurrent fairs attract over 500,000 visits ACN Newswire

The 35th Food Expo and concurrent fairs attract over 500,000 visits

- The Food Expo, Food Expo PRO, Hong Kong International Tea Fair, Beauty & Wellness Expo, and Home Delights Expo successfully concluded today, bringing together approximately 1,890 exhibitors and welcoming over 500,000 visits.- The per capital spending across the five fairs reached HK$1,630.- 48% of respondents believe that health, green and organic food trends are worth paying attention to. Halal food and beverage label at the expo helps promote the development of halal foods.- The five theme days, along with a series of exciting activities effectively boosted local consumption and created a bustling atmosphere.- The International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM) featured 21 prominent speakers who shared innovative achievements and development trends in the globalisation of Chinese medicine.HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo, and Home Delights Expo successfully concluded today. Food Expo PRO and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair, which opened to both industry professionals and the public for the first time, wrapped up successfully on 16 August. The five exhibitions featured some 1,890 exhibitors and attracted over 500,000 visits. The bustling atmosphere resulted in a per capita spending of HK$1,630, once again demonstrating the appeal of this annual event and the public’s purchasing power. Over at Food Expo PRO and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair, there were some 18,500 buyers from 64 countries and regions. Apart from Hong Kong, buyers came from Mainland China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, as well as ASEAN countries, including Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, among others, highlighting Hong Kong's significant role as a key food trade hub globally. Additionally, the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products, organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA) together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions, also concluded successfully on 15 August.Sophia Chong, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, stated: "This year, the event featured five major themes across several exhibitions, complemented by a variety of exciting activities that encouraged people to spend locally. The atmosphere was vibrant, fully reflecting the public's enthusiasm for gourmet food and trendy products. Due to weather conditions on the first day, the opening hours of the public fairs from Friday to Sunday were extended to provide exhibitors with greater opportunities to maximise sales and enhance visitor experiences. The Hong Kong International Tea Fair, which opened to the public over all three days for the first time, attracted significant attention and praise.”Despite challenges from sluggish trade in traditional markets and geopolitical challenges, the HKTDC has consistently focused on driving innovation, helping small and medium-sized enterprises seize global development trends, and creating opportunities through innovative and flexible thinking.Ms Chong added: “At this year's Food Expo and Food Expo PRO, we specifically curated products and services related to halal food, the silver economy, and food technology to meet emerging market demands and capture more business opportunities for exhibitors. We are pleased to see that the five exhibitions successfully generated more business for exhibitors, and the public enjoyed the culinary and shopping experience fully."Per capita spending reached HK$1,630; increased interest in halal foodsDuring the exhibition, the organisers conducted a random sampling survey, interviewing some 1,440 visitors. The per capita spending reached HK$1,630. Over 58% of respondents reported spending HK$1,000 or more at the exhibition, and over 30% indicated that their actual spending exceeded their original budget, demonstrating a strong and thriving consumption atmosphere during the event. The survey results also showed respondents believe that health, green and organic food (48%), and nutritional supplements (36%) trends are worth paying attention to. Among the respondents who are aware that the exhibition has a halal food and beverage label, more than half of the respondents (52%) believe it helps promote the development of halal foods.Vibrant consumption at the exhibition: encouraging sales performanceAs a highly anticipated annual event in the city, the Food Expo is dedicated to highlighting exquisite delicacies and fine wines from around the world. Director of exhibitor Yick Cheong Ho (HK) Limited, Joan Chui, stated that the Flavours of Intangible Cultural Heritage theme day has drawn extra interest and expected revenue of approximately HK$900,000. Some exhibitors are further expanding their business through the Food Expo. Huaying Lei, the chairman of Mayang Blue Phoenix Agricultural Development Co., Ltd from Mainland China stated that the company had signed a RMB60 million contract with a Hong Kong client for agri-products including high-quality edible eggs. Lei believed the Food Expo offers a perfect platform to showcase their wide-ranging products from Hunan Province.The concurrently held Beauty & Wellness Expo offered visitors a diverse range of premium products, with brand Mars, a Taiwan whey protein brand, the brand marketing manager Roy Wong said, “This year, the visitor traffic exceeded our expectations and we expect our on-site sales will increase by 30% to HK$200,000.”The Home Delights Expo showcased a variety of trendy household items and furniture. Andy Tsang, the design director of Renovation Guide Consultant Limited - specialising in interior design and decoration and participating in the expo for the first time - said, “Such a large number of new customers visiting our booth went above and beyond our expectations. We provided quotations to over 20 new clients, and we estimate that sales turnover will be around HK$2-3 million."Trade exhibitions expand business networks; thriving opportunities in halal foodThe 3rd Food Expo PRO and the 35th Food Expo introduced halal food and beverage label last year to help exhibitors expand their market for halal products. This year, more than 120 food suppliers showcased halal products from around the world, a 20% increase compared to last year. Daniel Chan, Director of Hong Kong exhibitor, Koon Chun Hing Kee Soy & Sauce Factory Ltd., said the company had seen many buyers from different countries and regions and discussed cooperations with five Mainland China and local distributors and restaurants and also met a buyer from Indonesia through the Click2Match platform.The new "Coffee" zone also debuted this year, showcasing coffee products, accessories, and machines from various origins. Jin Lu, Operations Director of CSFA Holdings Shanghai Co. Ltd., stated that the company has engaged with nine exhibitors from Mainland China, the U.S., South Korea, and other regions. The company is interested in placing a coffee beans order of approximately 50 metric tons (worth around RMB3 million) from a Yunnan-based supplier, as well as a RMB700,000 order for premium hairtail fish from a Korea exhibitor.The highlight zone, "Food Science and Technology," brought alternative and future food to the attention of professional buyers. My Care Healthcare Limited, a manufacturer of modified soft diet products for the elderly. Founder Francis Ho said they had discussions with nearly 120 buyers on the first day. On the last day of the fair, HKTDC arranged specialised medical industry buyer tours of which there were two potential buyers and the company is in talks with two hospitals to discuss the potential of supplying soft meals to them.The Okinawa Prefectural Government Hong Kong Representative Office organised four Okinawan companies to participate in the Food Expo PRO and successfully connected with buyers from Hong Kong, Mainland China, and international markets. Director Yasutoshi Nohara stated the fair helps them generate around HK$4 million in orders every year. Mr Nohara said the expo has been instrumental in providing them with a great opportunity, particularly to introduce Okinawan products in the Greater Bay Area and expand beyond Hong Kong with items that have not been shown in other markets before, such as soft shell turtle and Motobu beef.Sichuan Sentaiyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. has participated in the Food Expo PRO for four consecutive years, promoting healthy products. The company’s CEO, Liu Lei shared, “On the first day of the Expo, we met a long-time Hong Kong client in person for the first time, leading to a successful deal worth over US$5 million. The HKTDC also introduced several potential buyers from Japan, Singapore, and other regions and we expect deals to be finalised soon.” Mr Lei also mentioned that through the hktdc.com Sourcing platform, the company received around 30 inquiries before the expo and arranged on-site meetings with several clients. The “EXHIBITION+” hybrid model has significantly boosted the company’s visibility and secure more business opportunities.The Hong Kong International Tea Fair opened to trade and public visitors on all three days for the first time. Yip Wing-chi, Founder of exhibitor, Lock Cha Tea House, welcomed this arrangement and noted that there was a significant increase in traffic, creating a lively atmosphere. The public participation has effectively boosted business. Mr Yip said this year's sales were three times higher than last year.Hybrid model connecting local and overseas opportunitiesThis year, both Food Expo PRO and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair continued to adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, enabling global food and tea buyers to engage in business discussions through both physical exhibitions and online platforms. Until 23 August, exhibitors and buyers can still utilise the "Click2Match" smart matching platform for online discussion and to explore business opportunities.Chinese Medicine Conference Gathers Experts and Scholars to Promote Industry ExchangeThe International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products, organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association in partnership with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions, has successfully concluded. The conference unveiled the latest professional information on traditional Chinese medicine and shared innovative achievements and development trends in the globalisation of Chinese medicine. Held concurrently with the Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo, Home Delights Expo, Food Expo PRO, and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair, the event covered diverse fields such as food, beauty, health, home products, and Chinese medicine, successfully creating a synergistic effect, providing a broad platform for industry exchange.Photo download: http://bit.ly/4mrgT4SThe Food Expo, Home Delights Expo, and Beauty & Wellness Expo, three public exhibitions organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, along with the Food Expo PRO and the Hong Kong International Tea Fair, have successfully concluded, attracting over 500,000 visits to attend and shopThe Food Expo PRO featured multiple pavilions showcasing unique culinary delights from different countries and regions, with exhibitors displaying halal food and beverage label gaining increasing attentionThe Federation of Hong Kong Industries and the Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong launched the “Hong Kong Q-Mark Halal Scheme” at the Food Expo PRO, announcing their joint efforts to promote halal certification and its development, fostering the sustainable development of halal products and culture in Hong KongAt the Food Expo PRO, the HKTDC signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Bank of Saga Ltd., to promote businesses in Saga, Fukuoka, and Nagasaki to further their development in Hong Kong and beyond, revitalising both the local economy and prosperity of the regionThe Hong Kong International Tea Fair opened to the public for the first time over its three-day exhibition period, drawing many visitors to explore a variety of tea beveragesThe five major theme days ran throughout the exhibition period, with the opening day (14 August) featuring "Shall We Tea'”, focusing on demonstrations of Northern and Southern dim sum and creative dim sum making, tea therapy workshops and other exciting activitiesOn 15 August, “Flavours of Intangible Cultural Heritage” featured hands-on experiences in making traditional Hakka “hand-pulled” noodles, as well as introductions to intangible cultural heritage steamer and bamboo craftmanship culture, along with steamer craft demonstrationsOn 17 August, “Body, Mind & Soul” responds to the business opportunities brought by the silver economy, with exhibitors launching a variety of products and services tailored for seniorsThe Beauty & Wellness Expo has introduced a new Polish pavilion this year, showcasing high-quality products such as caviar essence cream, pure natural essential oils, hair growth serums, and other products. The newly-established "Scentsation" zone focuses on perfumes and aromatherapy, featuring over 20 participating brandsThe Home Delights Expo's "Avenue of Delights" brand zone included more than 35 exhibitors, showcasing various lifestyle brandsThroughout the exhibitions, a series of highly popular and exciting events were held, including "Star Chef Cooking Demonstrations”, "Smart Bidding", and lucky drawsThe International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products presented the latest professional information on Chinese medicine. The conference, themed "The Latest Research Progress in the Prevention and Treatment of Tumours, Inflammation and Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases with Traditional Medicine", featured 21 prominent speakers, including experts from Hong Kong, mainland China, and overseas, sharing innovative achievements and development trends in the globalization of Chinese medicineTo learn more about the opinions of exhibitors and buyers, please visit:HKTDC Food Expo PROfoodexpopro.hktdc.comHong Kong International Tea Fairhkteafair.hktdc.comHKTDC Food Expohkfoodexpo.hktdc.comHKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expohkbeautyexpo.hktdc.comHKTDC Home Delights Expohomedelights.hktdc.comThe International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM)icmcm.hktdc.com Media EnquiriesOgilvy Public Relations:Rex CheukTel:(852) 5618 9908email: rex.cheuk@ogilvy.comLeanne PokTel:(852) 9379 9694 email: leanne.pok@ogilvy.comDaisy LeungTel:(852) 9275 7704email: daisy.leung@ogilvy.comHKTDC’s Communications and 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.lauw@hktdc.orgMedia Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout 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. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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CENTRESTAGE 10th anniversary set to dazzle in September ACN Newswire

CENTRESTAGE 10th anniversary set to dazzle in September

- Some 260 brands from 24 countries and regions set to participate, a new high for the event, with the UK debuting as Partner Country to present works by leading British designers- Internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei will stage her first solo couture show in Hong Kong, unveiling 30 meticulously crafted pieces under the theme “Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance”- Aligning with market trends, the fair will introduce a new Accessories Zone and will once again feature the Circular Fashion Zone to promote the development of sustainable fashion- The Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show will celebrate the creative journey of local brands; around 30 fashion shows will be staged during the fair – the highest number in the event’s historyHONG KONG, Aug 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), CENTRESTAGE – the annual gala event for the Asian fashion industry – takes place from 3 to 6 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Unveiling a grand celebration of style for its 10th anniversary edition, this year’s CENTRESTAGE sees a record participation of some 260 brands from 24 countries and regions. The programme features more than 40 events, including around 30 fashion shows and parades – another record for the event. The four-day showcase is open to industry professionals and the public free of charge, welcoming visitors from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas to experience the charm and creativity of Asia’s fashion capital.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “Over the past decade, CENTRESTAGE has become the perfect meeting point for fashion brands and designers from across the globe, and Asia in particular, to showcase their latest creations. As the event celebrates its 10th anniversary, we are truly privileged to welcome internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei to present a collection at CENTRESTAGE ELITES, marking her first solo couture show in Hong Kong. As the flagship fashion event for Asia, CENTRESTAGE not only celebrates virtuosity in design and craftsmanship, but also propels both local and international brands into the broader Asian market, supporting the vigorous development of the local fashion industry and reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as a global fashion hub and world-class East-meets-West centre for cultural exchange.”This year’s CENTRESTAGE welcomes fashion brands from across the globe, including pavilions from the United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Japan and Thailand. The UK is participating for the first time as the "Partner Country" of CENTRESTAGE, showcasing unique creations from various British designers. Globally acclaimed fashion maestro Jimmy Choo will not only attend CENTRESTAGE in person but also spotlight his visionary initiative – the Jimmy Choo Academy – showcasing works by emerging designers nurtured by the Academy. The Czechia pavilion will present personalised fashion labels that incorporate art-glass design; the Japan pavilion will spotlight emerging designers and brands, showcasing the creative force of Japan’s new generation; and the Thailand pavilion returns on an unprecedented scale, leading more than 40 brands to the show and expressing the rich diversity of Southeast Asian style. Brands from South Korea, Singapore and other countries will also exhibit their collections at the fair.CENTRESTAGE ELITES sees Guo Pei’s first solo couture show in Hong KongThe prestigious opening event, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, takes place on 1 September at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District, with internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei presenting her first solo couture show in Hong Kong. Guo Pei was the first Chinese designer invited to join the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM) while also consecutively presenting 10 showcase collections in Paris. She previously participated in HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter in 2010, closing the Hong Kong Fashion Extravaganza with a spectacular finale.For CENTRESTAGE ELITES, Guo will present 30 one-of-a-kind couture creations under the theme "Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance", drawing inspiration from the dazzling, fleeting moment of flowing molten gold. Fusing traditional craftsmanship with modern art, the collection epitomises her unparalleled artistry and technical mastery. In a gesture that honours both tradition and innovation, Guo has invited students from Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) to collaborate on the opening piece for the show.This grand occasion will be livestreamed on the CENTRESTAGE website and Instagram, the HKTDC’s YouTube channel, Facebook and official pages, and across multiple platforms including ViuTV Facebook and Yahoo HK. On the second day of the event (4 September), Guo Pei will appear in person for a master sharing session, offering rare in-person insights into her creative journey and design philosophy.Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show celebrates designers’ creative journeyOn the evening of 3 September, the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show will take the stage under the theme "A Decade in Design: What is Seen' What is Felt'", exploring Hong Kong designers’ creative journeys. Four Hong Kong designer brands – ANGUS TSUI, ARTY:ACTIVE, IP AXIS INDUSTRIALSTUDIO and selfFab. – will showcase their innovative collections, merging visual impact and emotional narrative to spotlight the unique creativity of Hong Kong fashion design.Six thematic zones showcase sustainability and diversityCENTRESTAGE will be staged across six distinctive thematic zones, each offering its own unique appeal. The new Accessories Zone will present an array of fashion jewellery, handbags, footwear and other refined fashion accents, where style and function are seamlessly intertwined. The Athleisure Zone will champion activewear that unites aesthetics with practicality, reflecting the growing prominence of sports-inspired looks. The Craftsmanship Zone will showcase exquisite techniques and artisanal mastery that pay homage to heritage skills, while the Contemporary Zone will unveil forward‑thinking, avant‑garde creations from cutting‑edge designers. The Urban Zone will spotlight youth‑driven trends, including labels such as Petrolhead, helmed by artist Louis Cheung, which fuses motorcycle culture with a streetwear edge. Completing the lineup, the Circular Fashion Zone will advocate the possibilities presented by sustainable style, headlined by the 15th Redress Design Award Final at which the winning eco‑conscious collections will be showcased, promoting the industry’s focus on environmentally friendly design.The four-day fair will present a rich variety of happenings, including student showcases from PolyU’s School of Fashion and Textiles and the Hong Kong Design Institute, as well as an interdisciplinary exhibition from the Fashion Farm Foundation that combines music, art, product design and intangible cultural heritage, featuring traditional crafts such as gold-thread embroidery in bridal gowns and the making of Canton silk. A record-breaking total of 28 fashion shows will be held throughout CENTRESTAGE, featuring brands such as 112 mountainyam, CAMMIE CHAN CHEONGSAM, DorisKath, and KOWLOON CITY BOY that showcase the vibrant energy of the fashion industry.LOCAL POWER 2025, a cross-cultural project curated by Asian New Generation Creativity Design Association, will officially launch during CENTRESTAGE. This initiative will bring together designers from Hong Kong and Korea, presenting a thoughtfully curated exhibition and runway show that will help to foster cultural and creative exchanges between the two places. “THREAD OF CREATIVITY – Fashion Design Competition 2025" and Knitwear Innovation and Design Society Limited (KIDS) featuring the Young Knitwear Designers' Contest 2025 will also be held during the fair period.The HKTDC will continue to invite buyers from around the world to source at CENTRESTAGE, including major multi-brand stores such as WDLT 117 Apparel Inc. from Canada, Zalora from Indonesia, Sugar Srl from Italy and Hankyu Hanshin Department Stores from Japan.Spotlighting new talent at the YDCThe grand finale of CENTRESTAGE 2025 on Saturday, 6 September will be the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC), dedicated to discovering and nurturing new local talent. This year's competition will continue to promote a spirit of innovation and experimentation, allowing participants to fully showcase their creativity while injecting fresh talent into the industry. Charles Jeffrey, the designer behind the London label Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY, has been invited as guest judge, joining a panel of other industry professionals to select winners from the 10 finalists vying for four major awards: Champion, Excellence Award, Best Art Direction and My Favourite Collection. Members of the public are invited to participate by casting votes online (https://bit.ly/YDC2025_IG_Vote_Now) for their favourite collection. Designer brands JESSE LEE and gnastiy.com, both former participants in the YDC, will showcase their new season special collections alongside guest performers at this year's YDC finale.CENTRESTAGE will be staged in parallel with the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME, with visitors able to view the latest products from some 400 watch and fashion brands at the same venue. The fairs will also feature the CENTRESTAGE x Watch & Clock Lucky Draw. The brand-new CENTRESTAGE Instagram account (@centrestage_hktdc) is now officially live and will be updated with the latest event information and fashion trends. Everyone is welcome to follow and stay closely connected with all the latest happenings at CENTRESTAGE.Photo download: https://bit.ly/47uYUFOSharing highlights of this year’s CENTRESTAGE at today’s press conference are Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC (second right); Katherine Fang, Chairman of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee (second left); Akoto Agyeman, Director of Trade & Investment, British Consulate-General Hong Kong (first right); and local fashion designer Angus Tsui (first left).The 2025 CENTRESTAGE exhibition will feature some 260 brands from 24 countries and regions – the largest brand lineup in the event’s history.The grand opening event, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, will be held on 1 September at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District. Internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei will present her first-ever couture show in Hong Kong. Her "Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance" collection was previewed at today’s press conference.Akoto Agyeman, Director of Trade & Investment, British Consulate-General Hong Kong (left), and artist Marf Yau (right) wear creations from Patrick McDowell, a brand featuring at the UK Pavillion, at the CENTRESTAGE press conference.Local designer Angus Tsui (left) and artist/emcee Thor Lok (right) showcase a fashion piece designed by Angus Tsui.Websites- CENTRESTAGE: https://www.hktdc.com/event/centrestage/en- CENTRESTAGE ELITES: https://www.hktdc.com/event/centrestage/en/centrestage-elites- CENTRESTAGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centrestage_hktdc/?hl=en- Fashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/en- Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Sharon Ha Tel: (852) 2584 4575 Email: sharon.mt.ha@hktdc.orgKaty Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the 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. About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hkDisclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Etrasimod Receives Strong Recommendation in the ACG Clinical Guideline Update: Ulcerative Colitis in Adults for Induction and Maintenance Phase of Moderately to Severely Active UC ACN Newswire

Etrasimod Receives Strong Recommendation in the ACG Clinical Guideline Update: Ulcerative Colitis in Adults for Induction and Maintenance Phase of Moderately to Severely Active UC

HONG KONG, Aug 15, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) -?Everest Medicines today announced that etrasimod (VELSIPITY(R)) has been included in the ACG Clinical Guideline Update: Ulcerative Colitis in Adults (the ?Updated Guidelines?). Etrasimod, an S1P receptor modulator, is recommended for the induction of remission in patients with moderately to severely active UC and for continuation in the maintenance of remission, compared with no treatment after induction of remission. Both recommendations are strong, with a moderate quality of evidence.This milestone underscores the high level of recognition from an internationally respected clinical guideline for the therapeutic value of etrasimod and highlights its potential to address the significant unmet medical needs of UC patients, offering a new treatment option worldwide.The updated guidelines were developed by the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) including the latest evidence from the past five years. They provide a comprehensive summary of new approaches and advances in the treatment and prevention of complications in UC, with the goal of offering clinicians standardized and evidence-based recommendations to better manage patients with varying degrees of disease severity.The updated guidelines note that, etrasimod is an oral, once-daily, selective sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) 1,4,5 receptor modulator for the treatment of moderately to severely active UC. The S1P 1 receptor modulation regulates the trafficking of specific lymphocyte subsets out of the lymph nodes, leaving fewer peripheral immune cells available to traffic to sites of inflammation.The updated guidelines also reference the Phase III ELEVATE UC clinical study for etrasimod (ELEVATE UC 52 and ELEVATE UC 12). Both studies achieved all primary and key secondary efficacy endpoints, with a favorable safety profile consistent with previous studies of etrasimod. Etrasimod has been included in the AGA Living Clinical Practice Guideline on the pharmacological management of moderate-to-severe UC as one of the higher-efficacy medications suggested for first-line use in advanced therapy-na?ve patients.Prof. Wu Kaichun at the First Affiliated Hospital of AFMU who is the principal investigator for etrasimod?s Asia clinical trial said ?The updated guidelines further emphasize that achieving endoscopic mucosal healing to enable sustained, steroid-free remission is a core treatment goal for patients. This is not only critical for the long-term and safe management of the disease but is also closely tied to improving patients? quality of life. The strong recommendation of etrasimod for both induction and maintenance therapy in this population reflects the high level of recognition from an internationally authoritative medical authority.??The inclusion of etrasimod in the 2025 American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Clinical Guideline for Adult Ulcerative Colitis, with a strong recommendation, is a clear recognition of its clinical efficacy and favorable safety profile. Mucosal healing is a recognized treatment goal in both domestic and international clinical guidelines for UC. Achieving mucosal healing at an early stage can significantly reduce the risk of disease relapse, hospitalization, colectomy, and the development of colorectal cancer.? said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines. ?In Asia, the number of UC patients continues to rise, while treatment options remain limited, highlighting an urgent need for innovative therapies that balance efficacy, safety, and convenience. In China alone, the UC patient population was estimated at approximately 800,000 in 2024 and is projected to reach 1 million by 2030, placing an increasing burden on the healthcare system.?As a key innovative asset in Everest Medicines? autoimmune disease portfolio, etrasimod?s inclusion in the clinical guidelines underscores its global therapeutic potential as a new treatment option for UC patients across Asia, including in China. We remain committed to accelerating the regulatory approval process for etrasimod in Mainland China, South Korea, and other Asian markets to enhance patient access and help more individuals achieve higher-quality, longer-lasting disease remission.?As a core product of Everest Medicines, etrasimod has been approved in Singapore, Macao SAR, and Hong Kong SAR, and its NDA has been accepted in South Korea. In December 2024, China?s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) officially accepted the NDA for VELSIPITY(R). As Everest?s third commercialized product, VELSIPITY(R) has been officially approved by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration for adult patients with moderately to severely active UC. It is now available at medical institutions designated under the Connect Policy in the Greater Bay Area. Additionally, Everest has launched a factory construction project at its Jiashan site to support local production of VELSIPITY(R). Everest Medecines Ltd, https://www.everestmedicines.com [HKEX: 01952] Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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勇奪12金14銀11銅 首程控股多家被投企業閃耀世界人形機器人運動會 ACN Newswire

勇奪12金14銀11銅 首程控股多家被投企業閃耀世界人形機器人運動會

香港,2025年8月18日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2025年8月17日,全球首個以人形機器人為核心參賽主體的大型綜合性賽事--世界人形機器人運動會,於北京國家速滑館「冰絲帶」圓滿落幕。本屆運動會由北京市人民政府、中央廣播電視總台、世界機器人合作組織、亞太機器人世界盃國際理事會等單位聯合主辦,共匯聚全球280支戰隊、超過500台機器人同場競技,全面展示具身智能機器人從技術突破到場景落地的完整產業鏈條。作為深度產業推動者,首程控股(0697.HK)所投企業整體表現亮眼,共計斬獲37枚獎牌(含金牌12枚、銀牌14枚、銅牌11枚),涵蓋各戰隊使用被投企業機器人本體參賽所獲獎項。與此同時,首程控股亦於「冰絲帶」外場設立面向公眾開放的「首程機器人科技體驗店」,成為本屆大會最受歡迎的科技互動展區之一。一、亮點企業集結亮相:宇樹科技:勇奪4金,並創下4.78m/s速度紀錄,G1平台支持隊伍再獲1金1銀1銅;北京人形機器人創新中心:展現「全自主執行」技術優勢,累計摘得2金6銀2銅;松延動力:橫掃自由體操、跳遠及舞蹈賽事,共奪2金1銀1銅,成為「科技×藝術」融合典範;銀河通用:凭藉全自主操控勇奪分揀技能競技冠軍,並協助高校戰隊包攬冠亚軍;星海圖:作為場景賽整機平台提供商,支持多所頂尖高校參賽,並助北京航天航空大學奪得季軍;加速進化:作為足球賽項技術平台提供方,為所有參賽隊提供機器人硬體與技術保障,成為「幕後冠軍」。二、打造機器人應用樣板:首程體驗店引領科技走入生活體驗店共展出超過200款智能產品,涵蓋家庭、教育、娛樂、醫療等多元場景,並將於2025年國慶黃金周正式落戶北京石景山・融石廣場,未來擴展至全國商圈、機場、高校等重點場域,開啟連鎖化推廣計劃。首程控股執委、聯席總裁葉芊表示:「我們希望通過真實場景的互動設計,讓大眾感受到機器人正從技術實驗室走向日常生活。」三、從實驗室走向真實應用,下一代生產力加速落地首程控股將持續依託「股權投資+資產運營」雙輪驅動戰略,攜手產業鏈合作夥伴推動具身智能機器人於教育、製造、醫療、城市運營等核心領域的產業化落地,釋放「下一代生產力」的巨大潛力。Posted by All Way Success Company Limited for Shoucheng Holdings www.shouchengholdings.com [HKSE:0697, FRA:SHVA, OTCPK:SHNHF] Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
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Shoucheng Portfolio Wins 37 Medals at Humanoid Robot Games ACN Newswire

Shoucheng Portfolio Wins 37 Medals at Humanoid Robot Games

HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On August 17, 2025, the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games—an international event centered on humanoid robots—concluded successfully at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing, also known as the “Ice Ribbon.”Co-hosted by the Beijing Municipal Government, China Media Group, the World Robot Cooperation Organization, and the Asia-Pacific RoboCup Council, the Games gathered 280 teams and over 500 robots from around the globe to compete across 26 disciplines, showcasing the full industrial chain from technological breakthroughs to real-world applications in embodied intelligence.As a key industrial accelerator, Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) saw several of its portfolio companies participate in major events, collectively winning 37 medals (12 gold, 14 silver, and 11 bronze), including awards where teams utilized robots built by Shoucheng’s portfolio firms. Simultaneously, Shoucheng launched the "Shoucheng Robot Tech Experience Store" adjacent to the venue, which became one of the most visited tech exhibits of the event.Highlights from Portfolio Companies:Unitree Robotics captured 4 gold medals and achieved a top speed of 4.78 m/s; G1-based teams earned an additional 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze;Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center won 2 gold, 6 silver, and 2 bronze, representing the most advanced “fully autonomous execution” capabilities;Noetix Robotics earned 2 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze in gymnastics, long jump, and dance events, becoming a standout in “Tech × Art” integration;Galbot (by Galbot Technologies) secured the autonomous sorting championship and supported university teams that swept the podium;Galaxea-AI served as exclusive hardware provider in scene-based competitions and enabled a third-place finish by Beihang University;Booster Robotics powered all 3V3 and 5V5 football events, providing robot hardware and technical support, and was deemed the “backstage champion.”Robot Tech Experience Store: Bringing Innovation to the EverydayDuring the event, Shoucheng launched a pop-up “Robot Tech Experience Store,” featuring over 200 smart products across home, education, entertainment, healthcare, and wearables. The official store will open during China’s National Day Golden Week in October 2025 at Fusion Stone Plaza, Beijing, with nationwide expansion plans into airports, campuses, and commercial hubs.As Shoucheng’s Executive Director and Co-President Ye Qian stated: “Through interactive and relatable scenarios, we want the public to feel that robots are no longer distant technologies—they’re becoming part of daily life.”From Lab to Market: Accelerating the New Productive ForceWith a dual strategy of equity investment and asset operations, Shoucheng Holdings will continue to drive commercialization of humanoid and embodied robots in education, manufacturing, healthcare, and smart city operations, unlocking the full potential of the next-generation productivity paradigm.Posted by All Way Success Company Limited for Shoucheng Holdings www.shouchengholdings.com [HKSE:0697, FRA:SHVA, OTCPK:SHNHF] Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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RAK ICC Strengthens Foundations Regime with 2025 Legislative Enhancements ACN Newswire

RAK ICC Strengthens Foundations Regime with 2025 Legislative Enhancements

RAS AL KHAIMAH CITY, UAE, Aug 14, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Ras Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) has announced significant amendments to its Foundations Regulations 2019, which took effect on 31 July 2025. The changes represent one of the most substantial updates to the regime since its introduction, reinforcing the UAE's position as a competitive jurisdiction for wealth structuring and long-term asset protection.RAK ICC Foundations are widely recognized for their flexibility, confidentiality, and legal robustness, making them a preferred choice for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and family offices, both within the UAE and internationally. These structures are commonly used for succession planning, family governance, and consolidating diverse assets under a single legal entity.The 2025 amendments introduce stronger legal safeguards and improved governance measures which include:Firewall Provisions - Stronger protection from foreign judgments conflicting with RAK ICC Regulations.Three-Year Statute of Limitations - Limits challenges to establishment or asset transfers to three years.Cause of Action Provisions - Creditor fraud claims are limited to the specific asset involved and only if rendering the founder insolvent.Duress and Officer Protections - Nullifies actions taken under foreign legal coercion, preserving internal governance autonomy of a foundation.Strengthened Arbitration Framework - Disputes can be resolved privately with court-level powers.Private Trustee Foundation Provisions - Clarifies asset segregation and fiduciary integrity for property held in trust by a foundation.Assets held within RAK ICC Foundation will now benefit from enhanced firewall provisions, ensuring that foreign judgments conflicting with UAE law cannot be enforced against them. A new three-year limitation period has been established for challenging the formation of a foundation or the transfer of assets into it, providing greater certainty for founders and beneficiaries. The reforms also tighten creditor protection rules by requiring proof of insolvency in fraudulent transfer claims, with liability capped at the value of the disputed asset to prevent overreach into unrelated holdings.In addition, the updated regulations address governance integrity and operational resilience. Officers of a foundation who receive foreign orders inconsistent with RAK ICC law are obligated to disregard them, thereby safeguarding the autonomy of the foundation's decision-making. The framework now explicitly confirms that assets held in trust by a foundation are legally distinct and separate from foundation property, ensuring clear asset segregation. Dispute resolution has also been strengthened, with arbitration provisions expanded to grant tribunals court-like powers, enabling disputes to be resolved efficiently, confidentially, and in line with international best practices.These changes are part of RAK ICC's broader strategy to maintain a forward-looking legal and regulatory environment that meets global standards while catering to the specific needs of its client base. They reflect the jurisdiction's commitment to supporting sophisticated wealth planning strategies that balance control, privacy, and long-term security.By enhancing its Foundations regime, RAK ICC is cementing its position in the UAE as a trusted partner for those seeking secure, adaptable, and internationally compliant solutions for wealth preservation and intergenerational planning.About RAK ICCRas Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) is a corporate registry based in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The organisation provides international business companies and foundations, typically used for private and business structuring, asset consolidation, and succession planning. To date, RAK ICC has incorporated thousands of international companies and supports multi-billion dirhams in structured assets. It serves high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses seeking flexible and secure solutions for long-term business and wealth management.For media enquiries, contact us at:Phone: +971 7 207 7177Email: info@rakicc.comWebsite: https://www.rakicc.com/contact-us/SOURCE: RAK ICC Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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WL Delicious Announced 2025 Interim Results ACN Newswire

WL Delicious Announced 2025 Interim Results

HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Weilong Delicious Global Holdings Ltd (“WL Delicious” or the “Company”) and together with its subsidiaries (the “Group”) (Hong Kong stock code: 9985.HK) announced its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Reporting Period”).RMBFor the 6 months ended 30 June20252024ChangeRevenue3,483 million2,939 million+18.5%Gross Profit1,642 million1,462 million+12.3%Gross Profit Margin47.2%49.8%-2.6p.p.Net Profit736 million621 million+18.5%Net Profit Margin21.1%21.1%Remain stableInterim Dividend0.18 / ordinary share0.16 / ordinary share+12.5%In the first half of 2025, despite global consumption growth facing general pressure, China remained one of the world’s largest consumer markets. Benefiting from the steady growth momentum of China’s snack food market in recent years, during the Reporting Period WL Delicious kept pace with industry development trends by adhering to its multi-category strategy, focusing on innovation, conducting in-depth consumer insights, accurately capturing market demand, and continuously strengthening its R&D capabilities, while further deepening brand penetration through approaches favored by young consumers, by creating multi-dimensional consumption scenarios and connections through various online and offline brand activities, the Group continuing to enhance its omnichannel coverage and sales network, thereby providing better services and experiences for clients and consumers.During the Reporting Period, WL Delicious' business strategy delivered substantial outcomes, with operational performance continuing to rise steadily, both revenue and net profit recording double-digit growth. In the first half of 2025, the Group achieved a total revenue of RMB3,483 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 18.5% primarily due to the Group’s continuous efforts in strengthening omni-channel development and brand building, as well as optimizing the channel structure during the reporting period. Despite the increase in certain raw material costs during the Reporting Period, which caused the Group's gross profit margin declined by 2.6 percentage points from 49.8% in the corresponding period of the Previous Year to 47.2%; gross profit still rose by 12.3% year-on-year to RMB 1,642.4 million, driven by both revenue growth and the Group’s active enhancement of supply chain efficiency. At the same time, benefiting from the increase in the Group's operating profit, net profit for the Reporting Period grew by 18.5% year-on-year to RMB 736.2 million, while the net profit margin remained at the same level year-on-year at 21.1%.Based on the overall performance during the Reporting Period, the Board of Directors has resolved to the distribution of the interim dividend of RMB0.18 per share, representing a payout ratio of approximately 60%. The dividend is expected to be paid on or about October 20, 2025.In terms of products, the Group adhered to a strategy of multiple categories, making efforts in terms of new products, new flavors, new craftmanship, and new packaging, such as expanding the boundaries of flavor innovation and responding in depth to consumers’ demand for innovative flavors. During the Reporting Period, the Group launched a number of new products such as sesame paste-flavored “Konjac Shuang” and spicy beef-flavored “Kiss Burn”, further expanding and enriching the product portfolio, enhancing product quality, meeting the diverse and personalized consumption needs of the market, and driving a stronger match between product strength and market demand.In terms of brand development, the Group continued to deepen brand penetration through approaches favoured by young consumers, building multi-dimensional consumer scenarios and connections through various online and offline brand activities. For example, the Group partnered with LINLEE to initiate the “Spicy Challenge”, leveraging its best-selling products and buzz to reach more consumers; collaborated with the domestic trend brand Crying Center to launch the “Big Kids Exclusive” series, using holiday marketing to evoke youthful taste memories. In addition, the Group officially announced Mr. WANG Anyu as the spokesperson for its Konjac products, leveraging the influence of celebrities to broaden the channels of communication. This series of measures effectively reached the young customer base and solidified the foundation for the brand’s youthful and fun-oriented development.In terms of distribution channels, the Group continued to advance its offline omni-channel and online all-platform coverage strategy. With the emergence of new channel market practice, the Group kept pace with channel changes, continuously expanding POS network, strengthening the sales team’s execution capability at the POS , collaborating with distributors to upgrade POS services and product availability, in order to drive steady growth in offline POS performance. On traditional e-commerce platforms, the Group also actively expanded its presence, building an all-platform ecosystem to ensure effective synergy with offline channels and to facilitate the implementation of its omni-channel development strategy.In addition, the Group has remained committed to automation upgrades and technological innovation breakthroughs in its production facilities, while accelerating the digital transformation of its business systems. On this basis, the Group has continuously strengthened organisational development and the building of its core talent pipeline, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency and injecting strong momentum into the sustainable and steady development of its business.Mr. Liu Weiping, Chairman of WL Delicious, stated: "The Group will remain committed to its ‘multi-category’ product strategy, uphold product innovation, continue to strengthen brand building, and further reinforce WL Delicious’ brand image and distinctive positioning as youthful, fun, and creative. At the same time, the Group will actively embrace change, continuously enhance its omnichannel coverage capabilities, and provide consumers with more convenient consumption experiences. Looking ahead, the Group will embrace market changes with a more proactive mindset, continually enhance our competitiveness with better products, higher-quality services, and improved experiences, and create more value for consumers, customers, shareholders, investors, employees, and society as a whole."About Weilong Delicious Global Holdings LtdWEILONG Delicious Global Holdings Limited ("WL Delicious") is an all-in-one spicy snack products enterprise, leading in the research and development, production, and sales of spicy snack foods in China. Based on traditional formulas, WL Delicious started the Chinese seasoned flour products (also commonly known as Latiao industry, created our first Latiao snack in 2001, leading the standards construction of Latiao industry. With our outstanding product development capabilities, the Group has successfully diversified into vegetable products, bean-based products and others, including Konjac Shuang , Fengchi Kelp , XIAO MO NV and others. WL Delicious is a popular snack food brand among young consumers in China. It has an omni-channel sales and distribution network that effectively reaches young consumers. For more information, please visit: https://www.weilongshipin.com/. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Formerra Becomes North American Distributor for Syensqo PVDF ACN Newswire

Formerra Becomes North American Distributor for Syensqo PVDF

ROMEOVILLE, IL, Aug 12, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, has signed an agreement with Syensqo to distribute its Solef® Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) materials in North America. The agreement expands access to this critical material known for its combination of chemical resistance and flexibility. Solef® PVDF joins a growing list of high-performance materials in Formerra's portfolio designed to advance product development and innovation."With this new agreement, Formerra will be able to support customers across multiple markets with the materials they need to meet demanding application requirements," said Bob Long, Business Development Manager at Formerra. "In addition, this reinforces our commitment to delivering unmatched access, application support, and advanced materials for customers navigating complex performance and regulatory challenges."PVDF is positioned near the top of the performance pyramid for its outstanding chemical and heat resistance. Its inherent flexibility further enhances its suitability for demanding applications in chemical processing, healthcare, and automotive industries. Key properties* include:Heat resistance: Continuous use temperatures up to 150 degrees C (302 degrees F), bursting pressures of up to 139 bar (2,017 psi) at room temperatureChemical purity: Ultra-pure water resistivity, meeting SEMI F-57 specifications for the semiconductor industryBalance of strength and flexibility: Tensile yield strength up to 55 MPa (8,000 psi) with elongation at break up to 100%"We chose Formerra as our distribution partner for Solef® PVDF in North America because of their technical and commercial reach," said Rose Catherin, Sales Director Americas, Channel partners, Distribution and Digital Sales at Syensqo Specialty Polymers. "Their commitment to excellence and long-standing presence in critical markets make them an ideal fit to help expand the availability and use of Solef® PVDF."*As measured by TDSCaption: Formerra Becomes North American Distributor for Syensqo Solef®PVDF.Key Details:Formerra is an authorized distributor of Solef® PVDF from Syensqo in North America.The agreement includes support for high-performance applications across a broad spectrum of industries.PVDF offers excellent chemical resistance, thermal stability, and flexibility.Formerra provides technical guidance and supply chain expertise to support material selection and application development.About FormerraFormerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways - driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.Media ContactJackie MorrisMarketing Communications Manager, Formerrajackie.morris@formerra.com+1 630-972-3144SOURCE: Formerra Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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MMG Announces 2025 Interim Results, Profit, Earnings and Cash up on Strong Copper Growth ACN Newswire

MMG Announces 2025 Interim Results, Profit, Earnings and Cash up on Strong Copper Growth

HONG KONG, Aug 12, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - MMG Limited (“MMG”, stock code: 1208) has today announced its Interim Results with a net profit after tax of US$566.3 million. This represents more than a 600 per cent increase compared to a net profit after tax of US$79.5 million in the first half of 2024.The strong profit growth was primarily driven by increased copper production across all three copper mines, higher market prices for copper, gold, silver and zinc, as well as reduced unit costs at Las Bambas driven by higher copper production.“Over the first half of the year, our business delivered an outstanding operational and financial performance,” said Ivo Zhao, MMG’s CEO. “This result reflects the strength of our portfolio, the capability of our people, and the disciplined execution of our strategy.”Importantly, MMG’s safety performance improved with a total recordable injury frequency (TRIF) of 1.81 per million hours worked in the first half of 2025, an improvement compared to the full-year 2024 TRIF of 2.06. The significant events with energy exchange frequency (SEEEF) for the first half of 2025 remained consistent with the 2024 figure at 0.78 per million hours worked.Operationally, MMG achieved impressive copper sales and significantly improved production across all three of its copper assets, including a strong performance from Las Bambas and the ramp-up at Khoemacau and Kinsevere. Its Australian operations also maintained solid zinc production, despite navigating challenges including weather impacts, equipment reliability and lower grades due to mining sequence.Highlights include:Record first-half results for both EBITDA and EBIT, with EBITDA at US$1,539.9 million, representing a 98 per cent increase compared to the first half of 2024, and EBIT totalling US$1,058.8 million, an increase of 240 per cent over the same period.Net profit after tax was US$566.3 million, including a profit of US$340.0 million attributable to equity holders of the company.A 130 per cent increase in net cash flow from operations, totalling US$1,185.0 million, compared to the first half of 2024. This performance was mainly driven by increased copper sales and higher commodity prices.Balance sheet improvements, with record lows - since the acquisition of Las Bambas - in both net debt and gearing ratio. The Company’s net debt declined by US$903.3 million since the end of 2024, attributed to robust operational cash flow and the early repayment of US$500 million in Khoemacau Joint Venture Group borrowings. Gearing reduced from 41 per cent to 33 per cent over the first half of 2025.Record high total payable copper sales since 2018, reaching 237,651 tonnes in the first half of 2025.Las Bambas produced 210,637 tonnes of copper in copper concentrate in the first half of 2025, marking a 67 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. EBITDA reached a record high of US$1,310.5 million, representing a 122 per cent increase compared to the first half of 2024.“MMG’s balance sheet is in great shape – its strongest in 10 years - with debt reduction driven by higher profits and cash generation,” continued Mr Zhao. “Our ambition to become a top 10 global copper producer is within reach and we are well-positioned to achieve this through operational excellence, disciplined capital allocation, and a continued commitment to responsible mining.”Guidance for the year remains unchanged with total production aiming for a high end of 522,000 tonnes of copper and 240,000 tonnes of zinc. Las Bambas is expected to produce up to 400,000 tonnes of copper this year, assuming stable operating conditions and limited external disruptions. MMG is focussed on delivering its cost targets, with Las Bambas and Rosebery favourably adjusting their C1 cost range to reflect improved by-product credits and strong market conditions.The company is working to complete the recent Nickel Brazil acquisition and is confident in the long-term portfolio and growth contribution. MMG remains committed to supporting community development, strong local economies and employment and supplying the critical minerals the world needs for a sustainable future.Read the 2025 Interim Results announcement, watch a short CEO message and download company photos.About MMG Founded in 2009, MMG’s vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia and Beijing, China and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX1208). MMG’s portfolio supports copper, zinc and cobalt production, with soon to be nickel – products that are critical to achieving global decarbonisation and electrification targets. With operations in Australia, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Latin America. More info here. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Cryofocus Medtech Achieves Record Interim Results with 162% Revenue Surge Driven by Respiratory Intervention Products ACN Newswire

Cryofocus Medtech Achieves Record Interim Results with 162% Revenue Surge Driven by Respiratory Intervention Products

HONG KONG, Aug 11, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cryofocus Medtech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ("Cryofocus" or the "Company," Stock Code: 6922.HK), a global innovator in minimally invasive interventional cryotherapy, last friday announced its unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2025. The Company demonstrated robust growth momentum and significant operational optimization during the reporting period, with key financial metrics delivering exceptional performance. Notably, its respiratory intervention product portfolio fueled a substantial revenue surge, marking accelerated commercialization progress.Respiratory Intervention Products Emerge as Core Growth Engine, Highlighting Global Competitive EdgeThe Company recorded revenue of RMB51.1 million for the first half of 2025, a 162.4% increase from RMB19.5 million in the same period of 2024, setting a new historical high. This growth was primarily attributable to the strategic focus on respiratory intervention products entering a harvest phase: The Malignant Stenosis Cryoablation System, approved by China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in March 2025, and the previously commercialized Cryoadhesion System, experienced rapid sales expansion, becoming the dominant revenue drivers. Additionally, the distribution partnership with Boston Scientific’s China affiliate, BSC International Medical Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (“BSC”), contributed significant incremental revenue from other respiratory intervention products in mainland China.Of particular significance, the Company’s Asthma Cryoablation System received "Breakthrough Medical Device" designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – the first such international recognition for a Chinese enterprise in the respiratory interventional cryotherapy field – laying a foundation for global market expansion.Cryofocus has established a highly competitive respiratory intervention portfolio addressing critical indications, including malignant stenosis, benign stenosis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), peri-pulmonary nodules, chronic cough, and airway tuberculosis. Among these: The Malignant Stenosis Cryoablation System has been successfully commercialized in China; systems for asthma and COPD are in confirmatory clinical trials with expected approvals in 2026; products for cough, tuberculosis, and peri-pulmonary nodules are in various R&D stages; and the Cryoadhesion System (including disposable and re-sterilizable cryoprobes) is approved and marketed. These innovations mainly stem from Cryofocus’s two core technology platforms: unique liquid nitrogen-based cryoablation technology (utilizing liquid nitrogen as the cryogenic energy source) and advanced flexible catheter technology. This integrated platform enables deep low-temperature treatment, precise control, and minimally invasive intervention, offering superior therapeutic efficacy and safety while creating significant technological barriers for competitors.Platform Value Multiplies as Multi-Segment Strategy Accelerates CommercializationCryofocus’s core value extends beyond its respiratory pipeline, underpinned by its distinction as an innovative cryotherapy platform enterprise. Leveraging its liquid nitrogen and flexible catheter technologies, the Company has successfully expanded into multiple high-potential therapeutic areas:In the vascular intervention segment: The Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Cryoablation System (for atrial fibrillation treatment) was commercialized in China in September 2024. The Cryofocus Renal Denervation (Cryo-RDN) System (for hypertension treatment), granted FDA Breakthrough Device designation, is in confirmatory clinical trials. The Pulmonary Hypertension Cryoablation System is currently in the stage of pre-clinical study. The market space for all these related cardiovascular indications is very huge.In the Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES) segment: The respiratory intervention portfolio, as detailed, is rich and leading. The cancer intervention portfolio includes the commercialized Bladder Cryoablation System; the Gastric Cryoablation System and Esophageal Cryospray System are in clinical trials targeting gastric and esophageal cancer markets.In non-cryotherapy products: Commercialized items such as the Pulmonary Nodule Localization Needle and Endoscopic Clip for Anastomosis, alongside pipeline products like the Atrial Fibrillation Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) System and Anti-Gastroesophageal Reflux System, create complementary synergies.This "one-platform, multi-therapy" model endows Cryofocus with exceptional adaptability for indication expansion and pipeline sustainability. The Company currently boasts a robust portfolio of 23 products and candidates: 14 cryotherapy and 9 non-cryotherapy items, with 11 already commercialized. Such platform-based diversification is rare among single-therapy medical device firms, highlighting substantial long-term growth potential and risk resilience.Strong Financial Performance and Sustained Growth MomentumBeyond the revenue surge driven by respiratory products, Cryofocus’s interim results signal positive ongoing growth. The Company’s technological advantages further translated into financial resilience. Gross profit reached RMB34.3 million for the first half of 2025, up 124.5% year-on-year, with a solid gross profit margin of 67.1%. Enhanced R&D efficiency led to significantly reduced losses. R&D expenses optimized to RMB17.9 million (down 51.9% year-on-year), while the period loss narrowed 51.4% to RMB27.2 million, demonstrating a clear trend toward profitability. Cash reserves increased 40.1% from year-end 2024 to RMB63.7 million, providing a solid foundation for sustained R&D and market expansion.Revenue diversification and quality improved as high-value self-developed products (e.g., Malignant Stenosis Cryoablation System) launched and scaled, complemented by deepening collaboration with BSC. The significant reduction in R&D expenses reflects improved efficiency and reduced consumable needs as products advance, driven by optimized personnel costs and management enhancements. This establishes a sound framework for balancing innovation intensity with cost control.Furthermore, the Company increased investment in sales network development, with selling and distribution expenses rising 174.4% year-on-year to RMB9.2 million, underscoring proactive resource allocation to build marketing teams and promote newly launched products (e.g., Malignant Stenosis Cryoablation System), laying groundwork for future sales scale expansion.Global Peer Benchmark Highlights Valuation PotentialCryofocus’s technological strength in respiratory interventional cryotherapy, particularly in FDA-designated areas like asthma treatment, positions it competitively against global leaders.Benchmarked against Inspire Medical Systems (INSP) (focusing on OSA neurostimulation, differing in indication but similar in respiratory neuro-intervention): Inspire currently holds a market capitalization of US$2.279 billion and a trailing-twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio of 44.28x. Cryofocus’s Asthma Cryoablation System similarly targets pulmonary vagal nerves via minimally invasive ablation, with an innovative pathway validated by FDA Breakthrough status. Yet, as a diversified platform innovator with a broad pipeline and multiple commercialized products, Cryofocus’s current Hong Kong market valuation (Inspire’s market cap is 12.8x Cryofocus’s) significantly trails Inspire’s.This substantial valuation gap, while influenced by factors such as differing markets (US vs. HK), stages of development (Inspire being profitable and established in the US market), and a single-product focus versus a platform model, nonetheless clearly underscores the significant upside potential in Cryofocus Medtech's current market valuation relative to its technological capabilities, the breadth of its product pipeline, and its potential for globalization breakthroughs. With the advancement of clinical progress for its respiratory intervention products (particularly the Asthma Cryoablation System COPD Cryospray System Peri-Pulmonary Nodule Cryoablation System), the clarification of overseas registration pathways, and the continued high-speed growth in its revenue scale, a market re-rating of its value represents a high-probability event. The current valuation level presents an attractive window of opportunity for investors bullish on the long-term prospects of the minimally-invasive interventional cryotherapy sector and the value inherent in a platform company model.Looking ahead, Cryofocus maintains a clear strategy: rapidly advance clinical development and commercialization of pipeline products; deepen focus on minimally invasive interventional cryotherapy while expanding the portfolio leveraging its core platforms; continuously invest in underlying and supporting technologies; and selectively expand global operations. The Company is steadily transitioning from R&D-driven to a dual-engine model integrating R&D and commercialization, advancing resolutely toward its vision of becoming a "global platform for minimally invasive interventional cryotherapy medical devices." Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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艾曲莫德入選《2025 ACG臨床指南:成人潰瘍性結腸炎》,獲強烈推薦用於中重度潰瘍性結腸炎的誘導緩解及維持緩解治療 ACN Newswire

艾曲莫德入選《2025 ACG臨床指南:成人潰瘍性結腸炎》,獲強烈推薦用於中重度潰瘍性結腸炎的誘導緩解及維持緩解治療

香港, 2025年8月15日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 雲頂新耀今日宣布,旗下創新藥艾曲莫德(VELSIPITY(R),etrasimod)被納入《2025 ACG 臨床指南:成人潰瘍性結腸炎》(下稱「新版指南」),並獲得強烈推薦用於中重度活動性潰瘍性潰瘍性結腸炎(UC)患者的誘導緩解及維持緩解治療(中等質量證據)。新版指南同時建議,對於已通過鞘氨醇-1-磷酸(S1P)受體調節劑實現誘導緩解的患者,繼續使用艾曲莫德以維持緩解(強烈推薦,中等質量證據)。這一重要進展不僅體現了國際權威醫學指南對艾曲莫德臨床價值的高度認可,也進一步彰顯了其在滿足UC患者未被滿足的治療需求方面的潛力,為全球UC患者提供新的治療選擇。此次新版指南由美國胃腸病學會(American College of Gastroenterology,ACG)制定,基於近五年最新循證醫學證據,系統總結了UC治療及並發症預防的新方法與新進展,為臨床醫生提供規範、科學的管理參考,以更好地應對不同程度的UC患者治療需求。新版指南指出,艾曲莫德作為新一代高選擇性S1P受體調節劑,通過將活化的淋巴細胞滯留於淋巴結中,減少其在腸道中的浸潤,從而降低局部炎症反應,並伴隨外周循環淋巴細胞計數下降。艾曲莫德ELEVATE UC III 期注冊研究(ELEVATE UC 52和ELEVATE UC 12)這兩項隨機、雙盲、安慰劑對照研究均達到了所有主要和關鍵次要終點,分別在第12周和第52周顯著改善臨床緩解率,並實現持久的內鏡下深度黏膜愈合。值得注意的是,研究中100%的臨床緩解均為無激素緩解,安全性良好,與既往研究結果一致。指南也特意強調了與其他現有治療不同的是,艾曲莫德 ELEVATE UC III 期注冊研究中納入了潰瘍性直腸炎,且證實了在此類人群中顯著提升了臨床緩解率(治療12周時,43.2% vs 13.6%, p<0.001)。此前,艾曲莫德還被納入2024年美國胃腸病學協會(AGA)臨床實踐指南, 推薦作為潰瘍性結腸炎的一線治療。艾曲莫德亞太臨床試驗牽頭研究者、世界胃腸病學會司庫、亞太消化病學會副主席、中華醫學會第十屆消化病學分會副主任委員、中國人民解放軍第四軍醫大學附屬西京醫院吳開春教授表示:「新版指南進一步明確,『實現內鏡黏膜愈合以達成持續無激素緩解和避免住院手術』是中重度潰瘍性結腸炎治療的核心目標,這不僅關系到疾病的長期安全管理,也與改善患者生活質量息息相關。此次指南中,艾曲莫德被強烈推薦用於中重度活動性潰瘍性結腸炎的誘導和維持治療,標志著其臨床價值獲得了國際權威學術機構的高度認可,也為臨床實踐提供了全新的治療選擇。」雲頂新耀首席執行官羅永慶表示:「艾曲莫德此次獲新版指南強烈推薦用於中重度活動性潰瘍性結腸炎的誘導和維持治療,充分體現了其卓越的臨床療效和良好安全性,進一步確立了其作為一線治療新選擇的重要地位。新版指南明確將實現內鏡黏膜愈合作為治療中重度活動性潰瘍性結腸炎的核心目標,印證了黏膜愈合為國內外指南一致認定的重要終點,可顯著降低疾病複發、住院、結直腸切除及結直腸癌風險。值得一提的是,指南特別強調了艾曲莫德在潰瘍性直腸炎患者中同樣可顯著提升臨床緩解率。在亞洲,潰瘍性結腸炎患者人數持續上升,以中國為例,2024年中國的潰瘍性結腸炎患者數量約為80萬人,預計到2030年將達100萬人,現有臨床治療選擇有限,迫切需要兼顧療效、安全性與便利性的創新方案。我們將加速艾曲莫德的商業化進程,助力更多患者長期維持安全有效的疾病緩解,並提升生活質量。」作為雲頂新耀在自身免疫疾病領域布局的核心創新產品,艾曲莫德(維適平(R))的新藥上市申請已於2024年12月獲中國國家藥品監督管理局正式受理,預計今年年底或明年年初獲批。艾曲莫德已在新加坡、中國澳門和中國香港獲批,其新藥上市許可申請也已在韓國和中國台灣地區獲正式受理。艾曲莫德已被納入粵港澳大灣區內地9市臨床急需進口港澳藥品醫療器械目錄(2024年),在大灣區先行使用,成為雲頂新耀第三款商業化新藥。雲頂新耀已於2025年3月啟動艾曲莫德在嘉善工廠的本地化生產建設項目,支持其在大中華區及其他亞洲市場的供應及商業化落地。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
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業聚醫療2025年中期業績收入及純利雙雙增長 分別達8,360萬美元及1,980萬美元 ACN Newswire

業聚醫療2025年中期業績收入及純利雙雙增長 分別達8,360萬美元及1,980萬美元

業績亮點:- 收入達83.6百萬美元,同比增長5.9%。- 銷量達919,000件,其中779,000件為自有產品,同比增長8.6%。- 公司擁有人應佔利潤同比上升5.1%至19.8百萬美元。- 核心經營利潤達15.1百萬美元,同比增長11.4%。- 為慶祝集團成立25週年,董事會宣派特別股息每股15港仙。- 財務狀況穩健,截至2025年6月30日,現金及銀行結餘達237.1百萬美元,支持潛在收購及新生產設施建設。- 優質產品獲全球廣泛認可,帶動亞太地區市場收入按年增長14.0%,歐洲、中東及非洲市場增長17.0%,及美國市場增長20.0%。- 於上半年收購一家台灣經銷商,並計劃下半年於比利時及荷蘭設立直銷團隊,進一步加強在亞太地區及歐洲、中東及非洲市場的影響力。- 集團善用全球商業化專長及龐大銷售網絡,與醫療器械同業建立戰略合作,藉此豐富產品組合,並透過交叉銷售創造額外收入。香港, 2025年8月15日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 專營經皮冠狀動脈介入治療(PCI)及經皮腔內血管成形術(PTA)手術介入器械的全球醫療器械製造公司業聚醫療集團控股有限公司(「業聚醫療」或「集團」;股份代號:6929)今天宣佈截至2025年6月30日止六個月(「報告期」)的中期業績。儘管宏觀經濟環境未見明朗,集團的收入及純利仍雙雙錄得增長。美國市場增長強勁,加上亞太地區及歐洲、中東與非洲地區新興市場的持續貢獻,推動集團收入達到83.6百萬美元,較去年同期上升5.9%。核心經營利潤(自本公司擁有人應佔利潤撇除以股份為基礎的薪酬開支、與稅務虧損相關的遞延稅項資產的稅務抵免淨額及融資收入╱成本)為15.1百萬美元,同比增長11.4%。公司擁有人應佔利潤同比上升5.1%至19.8百萬美元。每股基本盈利為2.40美仙(2024年上半年:2.28美仙)。截至2025年6月30日,集團財務狀況保持穩健,現金及銀行結餘達237.1百萬美元。鑑於集團的財務狀況穩健,以及為慶祝成立25週年,董事會議決宣派特別現金股息每股普通股15港仙,彰顯集團致力為股東創造價值。連同截至2024年12月31日止年度之末期股息每股10港仙(已於2025年6月16日派付),股東於2025年合共獲派股息每股25港仙。業聚醫療董事長、執行董事兼首席執行官錢永勛先生表示:「過去25年,我們持續投資於創新及全球商業化能力,除了為業聚醫療建立了聲譽,也助我們在不同的經濟週期中破浪前行。儘管2025年上半年面臨宏觀經濟及地緣政治的雙重挑戰,我們的全球佈局仍展現韌性。美國市場增長印證了市場對我們的優質產品需求殷切,而我們亦透過龐大的銷售網絡,成功把握了亞太地區及歐洲、非洲及中東地區的增長機遇。我們將繼續透過直銷市場覆蓋、卓越的銷售支援、對創新的投入,以及全面的PCI和PTA產品組合提升品牌價值,從而強化競爭優勢,為醫生及患者提供更安全有效治療方案的同時,也為股東創造長遠回報。」全球銷售網絡及合作夥伴關係推動收入增長業聚醫療已建立覆蓋逾70個國家及地區的銷售網絡,在13個地區設立直銷團隊並建立全球經銷商網絡,成為把握各地機遇、回應當地需求的重要一環。期內,受惠於印尼市場增長,以及Scoreflex TRIO 在新加坡及馬來西亞獲更廣泛採用,亞太地區收入同比上升14.0%至27.3百萬美元。歐洲、中東及非洲市場方面,德國、法國及西班牙等直銷市場及包括英國、斯洛伐克及捷克共和國在內的分銷市場的自有球囊類產品銷售表現強勁,帶動該區收入上升17.0%至22.4百萬美元。儘管受關稅因素影響,美國市場收入仍同比上升20.0%至8.0百萬美元,主要受冠脈的普通及刻痕球囊,包括高價產品Scoreflex NC球囊,以及外周球囊銷量顯著上升所推動。而日本及中國境內市場的收入分別為16.1百萬美元及9.7百萬美元。憑藉其廣受認可的全球商業化能力,集團與立志走向國際巿場的同業合作,藉此豐富產品組合並開拓額外收入來源。繼去年與深圳開立生物醫療科技股份有限公司成功展開合作,在香港及澳門分銷血管內超聲產品後,集團與該夥伴再度簽訂獨家分銷協議,在新加坡及馬來西亞分銷相關產品。至目前為止,合作範圍已進一步擴展至集團旗下位於歐洲的4個直銷市場,包括法國、德國、西班牙及瑞士,及其他6個分銷市場。性能主導的多元化創新產品組合,提升市場差異化水平截至2025年6月30日,業聚醫療在全球主要司法管轄區擁有逾250項授權專利及已公佈專利申請,及逾55款獲批產品。期內,集團產品註冊及臨床試驗繼續取得進展,包括:- Sapphire 3的美國臨床試驗進展順利,預期於2025年第四季度完成病人入組,以支持該產品的FDA納入CTO適應症,從而與市場上其他傳統半順應性球囊形成差異化;- JADE PLUS及Teleport Glide獲得CE標誌、Teleport Glide及Scoreflex QUAD獲得PMDA批准、COREPASS模組化微導管獲得FDA批准、導引導管獲得國家藥監局批准;- 就Scoreflex TRIO、Sapphire ULTRA、Sapphire NC ULTRA、Sapphire NC 24、JADE PLUS、Teleport XT及Teleport Glide向國家藥監局提交註冊申請,並就Vascuaid抽吸導管及大管腔延長導管向PMDA提交註冊申請。集團擁有龐大的產品管線。在冠狀動脈領域,Sapphire PTX紫杉醇藥物塗層球囊大約於2025年底在日本展開臨床研究;外周方面,JADE Score球囊則預期於2026年向PMDA提交註冊申請。合資企業業聚培福在中國境內展開的TricValve臨床試驗亦取得重大進展,參與醫院數量上升,加快了病人入組進度。此外,業聚培福亦正透過「港澳註冊藥品及醫療器械進入大灣區計劃」,積極推動大灣區各大醫院採用TricValve。TricValve於2025年7月完成首次在中國境內進行的商業化植入手術,達到重要的里程碑。多區域生產基地緩解地緣政治風險截至2025年6月30日,業聚醫療於中國深圳、荷蘭荷佛拉肯,以及德國萊茵河畔魏爾設有生產基地,總年產能約為210萬件球囊及支架。自2023年底收購eucatech AG以來,集團已投入資源恢復其生產能力,期內產量逐步提升,以供應銷售及臨床註冊所需產品。2025年8月,集團完成位於中國杭州、旗下最大研發及生產基地的主體結構建設,裝修工程預期於下半年展開。該基地計劃於2027年投產,屆時將新增年產能240萬件。錢先生總結說:「有見於新興市場的強勁勢頭、自研產品陸續成功推出巿場,以及已建立的戰略合作,我們對2025年下半年前景保持樂觀。除了亞太地區及歐洲、中東及非洲將繼續擔當主要的增長引擎,我們亦計劃將部分市場由分銷模式轉為直銷模式,以強化當地營收能力及市場滲透。歐洲市場將透過於比利時及荷蘭設立直銷團隊加強市場影響力;日本市場則藉新產品上市重拾增長動力;而在中國境內市場,我們則把握政策支持,擴大產品覆蓋並加速商業化進程。隨著關稅爭端緩和,美國市場的產品交付亦有望加快。憑藉業聚醫療多元化的產品組合、穩健的財務狀況及規模經濟效益,我們具備優勢構建具韌性及競爭力的業務體系,為持份者創造可持續的價值。」關於業聚醫療集團控股有限公司業聚醫療是一家全球醫療器械製造公司,專門生產用於經皮冠狀動脈介入治療(PCI)及經皮腔內血管成形術(PTA)的介入器械。本集團總部位於中國香港,產品銷往全球超過70個國家和地區。集團亦積極將業務擴展至結構性心臟病領域。憑借擁有逾20年產品開發經驗的內部研發團隊,本集團已開發出世界領先的專有技術。如需瞭解更多詳情,請訪問集團官網:https://orbusneich.com/ Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
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廣發証券榮膺國家數據管理能力成熟度(DCMM)最高等級認証 ACN Newswire

廣發証券榮膺國家數據管理能力成熟度(DCMM)最高等級認証

香港, 2025年8月15日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 近日,中國電子信息行業聯合會公佈最新一批獲頒數據管理能力成熟度(簡稱「DCMM」)等級証書企業名單,廣發証券獲評最高等級五級(優化級)認証,成為行業首家獲評最高等級的証券公司,標誌著公司在數據管理和應用方面達到國內領先水平,為行業數據管理能力建設樹立標杆。《數據管理能力成熟度評估模型》(GB/T 36073-2018)是中國數據管理領域正式發佈的首個國家標準。該認証從數據戰略、數據治理、數據架構、數據應用等多個維度,全面評估企業的數據管理能力。其中,五級(優化級)作為最高等級,標誌著企業的數據管理已形成行業最佳實踐,具備強大的示範引領作用。一直以來,廣發証券高度重視數據管理能力的建設與提升,將數據視為企業核心資產。公司構建了「戰略引領、全員參與、跨部門協同、全生命週期管理」的數據管理體系。通過制定清晰的數據戰略規劃,完善數據治理組織架構與制度流程,強化數據安全與合規管理,持續提升數據質量與應用效能,公司實現了數據管理從「規範」到「優化」的跨越式發展,為業務創新、客戶服務升級及風險管理提供了強有力的數據支撐。廣發証券副總經理、首席信息官辛治運表示:「公司將以此次獲得DCMM五級認証為新的起點,持續深化數據管理能力建設,進一步完善數據治理長效機制,推動數據技術與業務場景的深度融合,並以此為契機,不斷提升服務實體經濟的質效,為証券行業的數據管理創新與發展貢獻更多力量。」 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
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How Do AI Workflow Automations Work? ACN Newswire

How Do AI Workflow Automations Work?

SINGAPORE, Aug 16, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - A 2022 survey from Vanson Bourne revealed that around 91%1 of respondents saw increased demand for automation from business teams. As AI technology evolves, that demand will only grow. AI automations can help organizations work smarter at every level. But how exactly do these workflows function? This article unpacks what AI workflow automation is and how it works behind the scenes.What is AI workflow automation?AI workflow automation is the use of artificial intelligence to automate complex, multi-step tasks that typically require human decision-making. While rule-based automation may rely on rigid instructions, AI automation adapts to data patterns. It learns over time and can flexibly handle unstructured input like emails, documents, or customer requests.AI workflow tools can understand, decide, and act based on context. These tools can help streamline processes and reduce manual effort while improving speed and accuracy.How do AI workflows function?AI workflows function by connecting a series of intelligent tasks or steps to complete a goal from start to finish. The specific tasks can vary depending on the use case. Some workflows may be entirely automated, while some may require human input. Let's take a closer look at some core components that power AI workflows.Machine learning (ML)Machine learning models can make predictions, identify problems, or find patterns. Machine learning has many uses in a workflow including classifying documents or prioritizing tasks. ML acts as the "decision engine", helping automate steps that would otherwise require manual analysis or classification.Natural language processing (NLP)NLP allows AI systems to understand and interpret human language for seamless communication. It's a crucial component in workflows that involve text, speech, or communication. For example, NLP can automatically extract key data from emails or summarize meeting notes. This enables organizations to automate content-heavy tasks without sacrificing understanding or context.Automation triggersAI workflows are usually event-driven. A trigger might be a form submission, a task status update, or an incoming message. Once initiated, the AI workflow executes a sequence of tasks based on logic, conditions, and model predictions. These triggers help organizations respond faster, reduce delays, and eliminate manual intervention.Predictive algorithmsPredictive AI models help forecast future outcomes based on past behavior. These algorithms can be used to detect workflow bottlenecks or even predict them based on past occurrences. Effective predictive models require good data and smart integration. When done right, they can help businesses make smarter, data-informed decisions with minimal human input.Benefits of AI workflowsHere are some of the advantages that AI workflows offer.Increased efficiency: Automations can take on repetitive and time-consuming tasks. This frees up teams to focus on more strategic work.Scalability: AI workflows can process large volumes of data or requests without extra headcount. They make it easier to scale services or operations.Improved accuracy: Trained models and rule-based logic may help reduce the risk of human error.Faster decision-making: AI workflows can analyze data and trigger decisions in real time. This may enable businesses to respond to problems or opportunities faster.From streamlining internal operations to powering real-time customer experiences, AI workflow automation is helping businesses scale their operations at a reduced cost. AI workflows offer a powerful path toward enhanced efficiency.[1] Vanson Bourne - Case studies Salesforce Business Demand for Automation. June 2022. https://www.vansonbourne.com/case-studies/business-demand-for-automation/CONTACT:Sonakshi MurzeManagersonakshi.murze@iquanti.comSOURCE: iQuanti Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Everest Medicines’ New Drug Application for Etrasimod Accepted in Taiwan, Marking Another Milestone in Asia Market Access ACN Newswire

Everest Medicines’ New Drug Application for Etrasimod Accepted in Taiwan, Marking Another Milestone in Asia Market Access

HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, “Everest”) today announced that the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) has officially accepted the New Drug Application (NDA) for VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod) for the treatment of patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC).Building on prior approvals in Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, and Macao SAR, as well as NDA acceptance in South Korea, this marks significant progress in the commercialization of VELSIPITY(R) across Asia. In December 2024, China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) officially accepted the NDA for VELSIPITY(R).As a next-generation selective S1P receptor modulator, once-daily oral etrasimod demonstrates robust efficacy across multiple endpoints, including clinical remission, mucosal healing, endoscopic normalization and histological remission. Its clinical value has been robustly demonstrated in multiple global Phase III studies, including ELEVATE UC 52, ELEVATE UC 12 and ENLIGHT (ES101002) studies.“The NDA acceptance for VELSIPITY(R) in Taiwan, China marks another key progress in our commercialization pathway across Asia. As the number of UC patients in Asia continues to rise, there remains a significant unmet medical need. In China alone, there were approximately 800,000 patients with UC in 2024, and the number is estimated to reach 1 million by 2030. UC patients face the dual challenges of long-term treatment and maintaining quality of life." said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines. “This NDA acceptance underscores the clinical value of VELSIPITY(R). We remain committed to accelerating access to this innovative therapy in Mainland China and other Asian markets, supporting long-term disease management while enhancing patients’ quality of life.”The clinical part submitted to TFDA is mainly based on results from the ELEVATE UC Phase 3 registrational program (ELEVATE UC 52 and ELEVATE UC 12) and the ENLIGHT study (ES101002). The ELEVATE UC Phase 3 registrational program evaluated the safety and efficacy of etrasimod 2 mg once-daily on clinical remission in UC patients with moderately to severely active UC who had previously failed or were intolerant to at least one conventional, biologic, or Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor therapy. Both studies achieved all primary and key secondary efficacy endpoints, with a favorable safety profile consistent with previous studies of etrasimod.The ENLIGHT study (ES101002) conducted by Everest, is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled Phase 3 trial of etrasimod in Asian countries, including China Mainland, China Taiwan and South Korea. This is the largest Phase 3 trial of moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis in Asia completed to date, with 340 eligible subjects randomized to treatment with etrasimod or placebo. The results demonstrate that treatment with etrasimod 2 mg resulted in a clinically meaningful and statistically significant improvement in the primary and all secondary endpoints. These findings provide strong evidence supporting the use of etrasimod in adult Asian patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.As Everest’s third commercialized product, VELSIPITY(R) has been officially approved by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration for adult patients with moderately to severely active UC. It is now available at medical institutions designated under the Connect Policy in the Greater Bay Area. Additionally, Everest has launched a factory construction project at its Jiashan site to support local production of VELSIPITY(R). Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Yuexiu REIT Maintains Overall Operational Stability, Achieves Revenue of Over RMB966 Million ACN Newswire

Yuexiu REIT Maintains Overall Operational Stability, Achieves Revenue of Over RMB966 Million

HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT", together with Yuexiu REIT Asset Management Limited, collectively known as the “REIT”; stock code: 405) announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025.Yuexiu REIT Management Team: Chairman and Non-Executive Director Mr. JIANG Guoxiong (center), Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Ms. OU Haijing (left), and Chief Financial Officer Mr. KWAN Chi Fai (right)2025 Interim Results Highlights:- Overall operation was stable, with total revenue of RMB966 million (corresponding period of 2024: RMB1,034 million).- As at 30 June 2025, the overall occupancy rate of the properties was 82.2% (corresponding period of 2024: 84.0%).- The average financing cost was 3.33%, representing a decrease of 83 basis points from the beginning of the year. Excluding exchange loss, financing expenses decreased by 13.5% year-on-year.- Interim distribution of approximately RMB0.0333 per unit, equivalent to approximately HK$0.0366. This represents an annualized distribution yield of 8.42%.Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC):- Operating revenue of the GZIFC complex was RMB486 million, accounting for 50.3% of the REIT’s total revenue.- Its office building introduced a Fortune Global 500 company, the occupancy rate was 82.6%, and the renewal rate was 70%.- GZIFC Shopping Mall had a high occupancy rate of 96.4% during the period.- Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou achieved a 1.1-percentage-point year-on-year increase in average occupancy rate with record room revenue for the period, while Ascott Serviced Apartments GZIFC recorded a 1.8-percentage-point rise in average occupancy and similarly reached historic highs in revenue.Yuexiu Financial Tower:- Yuexiu Financial Tower recorded operating revenue of approximately RMB165 million, representing 17.1% of the REIT’s total revenue. The occupancy rate was 82.1%.- The tenant structure continued to improve, with new introduction of quality tenants such as a Fortune Global 500 company and a futures company with a market value exceeding RMB10 billion.Proactive Management of Financing Risk and Effective Stabilization of Financing Cost- With regard to the short-term loan of RMB530 million and the 5-year syndicated loan of HK$2.1 billion, both due in the first half of 2025, and other loans which are due within the year, the Manager in the first half of 2025 renewed the short-term loan of RMB530 million, obtained offshore loan of RMB1.7 billion and issued dim sum bonds of RMB1 billion for the refinancing and early repayment of the maturing loans so as to ensure effective monitor on the liquidity risk.- The Manager introduced a total of RMB3.23 billion in loans in the first half of 2025 to refinance offshore HKD floating rate loans, taking advantage of the relatively low-cost of RMB financing to proactively adjust the financing structure, thereby minimizing the impact of the interest rate market. At the end of the first half of 2025, the financing interest rate exposure of Yuexiu REIT was approximately 14%, narrowing by 12 percentage points from 26% at the beginning of the year; the average financing cost was 3.33%, representing a decrease of 83 basis points from 4.16% at the beginning of the year; the average interest payment rate for the first half of the year was 3.92%, representing a year-on-year decrease of 64 basis points. Excluding the exchange loss, the finance expenses amounted to approximately RMB402 million, representing a year-on-year decrease of 13.5%.- As at the end of June 2025, Yuexiu REIT had RMB financing of approximately RMB14,795 million, accounting for 72% of total financing (corresponding period of 2024: RMB financing of approximately RMB8,404 million, accounting for 41% of total financing).Mr. JIANG Guoxiong, Chairman and Non-Executive Director of Yuexiu REIT, said, "In the first half of 2025, against the backdrop of global trade volatility and slowing economic growth, China's GDP achieved steady growth of 5.3%, yet corporate expansion remained cautious and slow; retail consumption was weak, and average daily rate of hotel and apartment was under pressure. In order to effectively deal with the headwinds in the industry, we took strategic actions to secure market share by renewing leases in advance, investing in asset appreciation projects to enhance product competitiveness, and effectively stabilizing the fundamentals of operations, which effectively supported the revenue of Yuexiu REIT for the Interim Period. Meanwhile, lower financing cost is beneficial to the distributions.”Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC)GZIFC achieved positive growth in both customer flow and conversion rates through product enhancement and operational optimisation, with a newly contracted area of 13,133 sq.m.. The newly launched 4,235 sq.m. of furnished units recorded an absorption cycle of only about 19 days, with an absorption rate close to 90%. Quality tenants introduced include a Fortune Global 500 company, a leading global shipping company, and a renowned Internet-based culture, sports and entertainment company, taking up more than 2,200 sq.m. in aggregate. In addition, the project recorded a renewed leasing area of 9,099 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 70%, retaining quality tenants including two Fortune Global 500 companies and a foreign consulate. GZIFC was selected as one of the Top 30 companies in the “Performance Index - 2025 Commercial Property Operation Performance” by Guandian.GZIFC Shopping Mall actively created digitalized consumption scenarios, advanced the pilot implementation of the local lifestyle platform “YueXiu Club”, which now covers 12 merchants, while attracting customers through multiple channels such as Dianping and UnionPay QuickPass platforms. Newly contracted area and renewed leasing area totaled 5,734 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 97% and the occupancy rate of 96.4%. During the period, it was announced that China Duty Free Group (CDFG) will set up a store in GZIFC Shopping Mall, which will be the first and currently the only downtown duty-free store in Guangzhou and is expected to open in the third quarter.Room revenue of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou and revunue of Ascott Serviced Apartments GZIFC reached a record high for the period, respectively. During the period, the average occupancy rate of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou reached 80.1%, representing a year-on-year increase of 1.1 percentage points. The average room rate was RMB2,201, similar to the same period last year. The revenue per available room (RevPAR) was RMB1,762, representing a year-on-year increase of 0.7%. The RevPAR competitive index was 111.7, maintaining a leading market position among luxury hotel competitors. The average occupancy rate of Ascott Serviced Apartments GZIFC reached 92.3%, representing a year-on-year increase of 1.8 percentage point and 9.7 percentage points higher than that of serviced apartment competitors. The average room rate was RMB1,128, similar to the same period last year. The RevPAR was RMB1,041, representing a year-on-year growth of 1.5%. The RevPAR competitive index reached 120.0.Yuexiu Financial TowerDuring the period, Yuexiu Financial Tower recorded a newly contracted area of 7,448 sq.m., including a total of 1,500 sq.m. further took up by seven existing tenants looking for expanded area. 7,089 sq.m. of furnished units were launched, with with an absorption cycle of approximately 38 days and an absorption rate of more than 65%. Quality tenants newly introduced include a Fortune Global 500 company and a futures company with a market value of over RMB10 billion. As certain tenants relocated to their own properties, the project recorded a renewed leasing area of 10,303 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 42%, retaining quality tenants with large leasing areas, including Deloitte, one of the Big Four international accounting firms, and a leading integrated asset management company in China.White Horse BuildingDuring the period, White Horse Building introduced supply chain resources from the Pearl River Delta and recorded a newly contracted area of 3,273 sq.m., with full occupancy on the 1st floor. In the first half of 2025, it welcomed a total of 165 procurement delegations, along with nearly 5,000 purchaser visits, including 23 foreign delegations from France, Vietnam and other countries, and facilitated procurement deals worth RMB140 million. By taking advantage of exhibitions such as the Greater Bay Area International Women’s Wear Expo and the Canton Fair, White Horse Building facilitated tenant transactions. It also successfully launched the cross-border e-commerce platform “White Horse Global E-Channel” and set up a series of courses titled “White Horse Business School Marketing Empowerment Camp” to activate new momentum for tenants’ digital operations.Fortune PlazaDuring the period, the project recorded a newly contracted area of 2,354 sq.m., and introduced quality tenants including several healthcare and elderly care subsidiaries of a Fortune Global 500 integrated financial group. The project recorded a renewed leasing area of 2,924 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 76%, retaining quality tenants including a Fortune Global 500 company, and flexibly adjusted units to match their demand for cost efficiency.City Development PlazaDuring the period, the project recorded a newly contracted area of 7,585 sq.m. and introduced a beauty technology company to enhance the ambience of healthcare business in the building. Retention plans were formulated in light of tenants’ pursuit of cost efficiency, aimed at optimizing product standards to meet tenant needs. The project recorded a renewed leasing area of 2,090 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 68%, retaining tenants including the Guangzhou office of a globally-renowned Contract Research Organisation (CRO).Victory PlazaDuring the period, its anchor tenant, Uniqlo, continued to play a flagship role by launching its C-series products, and hosted the first “A Better Life” campaign of Uniqlo in China, along with gigantic Pokémon installations and A Better Life Music Event, from 28 March to 6 April. Customer flow reached a quarterly peak during the events, driving a 7% year-on-year sales growth in April, and contributing to a 0.3% year-on-year sales growth during the Interim Period. By collaborating with tenants engaged in catering services to capitalize on increased sales with the surge in customer flow, the project drove a year-on-year increase of 0.6% in overall sales during the Interim Period.Shanghai Yue Xiu TowerDuring the period, the project recorded a renewed leasing area of 3,798 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 39%, while securing a newly contracted area of 3,933 sq.m., efficiently making up for the units surrendering ahead of lease expiry. By replacing the energy-saving light tubes in the carpark spaces to enhance brightness, the project enhanced both energy efficiency and service standards, thereby improving tenant satisfaction. As at the end of the Interim Period, the occupancy rate of Shanghai Yue Xiu Tower was 87.2%, representing a year-on-year increase of 2.6 percentage points.Wuhan PropertiesDuring the period, Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre recorded a newly contracted area of 12,395 sq.m., and introduced quality tenants including a member of a leading global automobile group and a diversified professional services company. In addition, it recorded a renewed leasing area of 10,884 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 81%, retaining quality tenants with large leasing areas, including a Fortune Global 500 state-owned enterprise. The business solicitation team optimized the customers’ property visiting experience through partial micro-renovation of units, soft furnishing upgrades and creation of AI model rooms to increase the conversion rate of customers.Starry Victoria Shopping Centre recorded a newly contracted area and renewed leasing area totalling 3,894 sq.m. with a renewal rate of 82% during the period. The project successfully introduced several popular food and beverage brands, including the internet-famous brand “Domino’s” on the 1st floor of Hall A, to attract more family customer groups. The project tapped into nighttime consumption by leveraging the unique appeal of “Joy Garden” on the 4th floor, continuously developing initiatives like “Riverside Starry Night” and “Midnight Diner” to stimulate new sales growth drivers.Hangzhou VictoryHangzhou Victory recorded a newly contracted area of 1,974 sq.m. and introduced a tenant to take up an entire floor during the period. In addition, it recorded a renewed leasing area of 6,083 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 64%, retaining quality tenants including a Fortune Global 500 construction engineering company and the Zhejiang branch of a state-owned enterprise in Shanxi Province.ProspectsThe market generally hopes for further interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve in the second half of 2025, though the path and extent remain uncertain. On the other hand, 2025 marks the concluding year of China’s “14th Five-Year Plan”, with policies prioritizing stability, including moderately accommodative monetary policies and “trade-in” consumption subsidy policies aimed at expanding domestic demand to stimulate market vitality. Consequently, the Manager expects the RMB interest rate to remain at a relatively low level. With the accelerated development of new quality productive forces and the advancement of supply-side reforms in China, the Manager expects that new industrial momentum will continue to emerge and business environment will improve. The highly anticipated 15th National Games is scheduled to open in Guangzhou in the second half of 2025, which is expected to boost consumption in shopping malls and demand for hotels and apartments.In the second half of 2025, the Manager will keep abreast of economic development trends and dynamically implement proactive, prudent and flexible leasing strategies, keenly seize potential opportunities, and continuously enhance the market competitiveness of asset portfolio. The Manager will continue to review and make reasonable adjustments to its financing structure depending on expectations of market developments, and introduce low-cost RMB financing through various RMB financing channels to seek more favorable financing costs to offset interest rate risks. Additionally, the Manager will carry out relevant asset appreciation projects as planned, with reasonable planning and phased renovation of the guest rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou. By focusing on product enhancement, equipment renewal and safety guarantee, the Manager aims to achieve value preservation and appreciation of the properties and ensure the sound operation of the projects.About Yuexiu Real Estate Investment TrustYuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT") was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on 21 December 2005 and is the first listed real estate investment trust only investing in properties in the People's Republic of China (the "PRC") in the world. The current property portfolio comprises ten high quality properties, namely Guangzhou International Finance Center, White Horse Building, Fortune Plaza, City Development Plaza, Victory Plaza, Yuexiu Financial Tower in Guangzhou, Yuexiu Tower in Shanghai, Wuhan Properties in Wuhan (including Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre and Starry Victoria Shopping Centre), Victory Business Centre in Hangzhou and Yuexiu Building in Hong Kong, with a total area of ownership of approximately 1.184 million sq.m. All properties are located in the central business district of Guangzhou, Shanghai, Wuhan, Hangzhou and Hong Kong respectively. The categories of the properties include Grade-A offices, commercial complexes, retail business, hotel, serviced apartments and professional clothing market etc.For media enquiries:Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeTel: +852 2864 4834Email:sprg_yx@sprg.com.hk Phoebe LeungTel: +852 2114 4172 Maggie ZhangTel: +852 2864 4903 Websitehttp://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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The 35th Food Expo opens today ACN Newswire

The 35th Food Expo opens today

HONG KONG, Aug 14, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the five-day (14-18 August) Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Home Delights Expo open to the public from today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Food Expo PRO, held concurrently from 14 to 16 August, is open to trade buyers for the first two days and to the public and trade buyers on the final day. For the first time, the Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be open to both industry professionals and the public throughout its three-day duration (14-16 August). The International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM), organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA) together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions, also take place today and tomorrow (14-15 August).Due to Black Rainstorm Warning Signal, the opening of the fairs was delayed and the first session of the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine was livestreamed.The Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo, Home Delights Expo will extend the opening hours to 11pm on 15-17 August. The Food Expo PRO and Hong Kong International Tea Fair will remain open until 6pm today and tomorrow (14 to 15 August) and until 5pm on Saturday (16 August).Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, stated: "The 35th Food Expo celebrates an important milestone this year. The five-in-one mega event plays host to some 1,890 exhibitors from 36 countries and regions, serving as a one-stop destination and a vibrant marketplace for both trade professionals and consumers, where gourmet foods, fine teas, home essentials and beauty products can be found. Meanwhile, Food Expo PRO is dedicated to boosting Hong Kong’s status as a premier business hub for the food industry, not just in Mainland China, but across Asia and the globe. It empowers F&B professionals to explore new opportunities, forge valuable connections, and drive innovation.”Several exhibitors expressed that their special offers will remain unchanged. Among them, Phelix Pun from Ng Fung Hong Limited shared that staff arrived as usual this morning to prepare for the exhibition. They hope that, once the exhibition opens, it will continue to boost their business, with the planned special offers and interactive games proceeding as scheduled. They believe that citizens will continue to turn out enthusiastically to visit and shop.Five themed days create a quality living space1. Shall We Tea' (14 August)Today’s focus is on the variety of Chinese and Western tea beverages. This year, the Hong Kong International Tea Fair opens to the public for all three days for the first time, featuring pavilions from countries and regions such as Fujian, Hubei, Zhejiang, Kenya, and Sri Lanka to promote tea culture. Visitors can sample premium traditional teas like Bai Hao Yin Zhen (Silver Needle tea) (Booth: 5F-F01), one of the finest Chinese white teas, alongside wellness capsule tea (Booth: 5F-F05), and innovative new-style tea beverages from various regions (Booth: 5G-A21). The “Friends of Tea” Zone also offers tea-pairing snacks, tea-infused perfumes and more, offering a blend of traditional and modern tea culture experiences. Visitors can participate in various talks, including "The Legacy and Contemporary Dialogues of Chinese Tea Culture" and "The Beauty of Tea, Where Small Things Reveal Greatness”, as well as activities led by certified water sommeliers and tea masters exploring the diversity of water, decoding the secrets of tea flavours, and delving into the joy of tea appreciation.At the Food Expo, visitors can enjoy premium matcha and hojicha from Kyoto’s century-old Marukyu Koyamaen tea garden, blended with locally made fresh nut butter to create tea-flavoured gelato (Booth: 3B-E10). The Nin Jiom Tea Pairing Lucky Bag (Booth: 1C-A10) includes five functional teas with various health benefits. Additionally, Earl Grey tea infused with bergamot in drip-filter bags (Booth: 1D-A12) offers a refreshing citrus aroma.2. Flavours of Intangible Cultural Heritage (15 August)Despite its small size, Hong Kong boasts over 50 items on its intangible cultural heritage list related to food, showcasing its unique culinary culture. Exhibitors will present tea bags made with 100% Ceylon black tea, ready to brew for an effortless Hong Kong-style milk tea or Yuan Yang (Booth: 5F-F21). Additionally, there’s handmade shrimp paste from Hong Kong’s last remaining licensed salted fish and shrimp paste factory, capturing the authentic flavours of Hong Kong’s fishing village heritage (Booth: 1A-E02).The themed day features a series of activities centered on intangible cultural heritage. At the Home Delights Expo, master artisan Choi Wing-kei will share the story of preserving the traditional craft of floral plaque making, alongside demonstrations of Taiji and Wing Chun martial arts techniques, as well as introductions to the cultural significance of bamboo steamers and bamboo craftsmanship. The Food Expo will showcase demonstrations of making traditional Hakka Sau Fan. The Hong Kong International Tea Fair will host a seminar on "Chiu Chow Kung Fu Tea," exploring the distinctive tea culture of the Chaoshan region.3. Asian Delights (16 August)The day celebrates Asian cuisine and culture, featuring cooking demonstrations of Vietnamese dishes and molecular Thai cuisine, complemented by performances of the traditional Japanese shamisen, K-Pop dance, and a Thai yoga massage experience at the Beauty & Wellness Theatre, immerses visitors in the vibrant essence of Asia.At the Food Expo, the China National Agricultural Pavilion, organised by the Agricultural Trade Promotion Centre, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Mainland China, will present a thousand agricultural and food products from 13 provinces, such as Korla fragrant pears, Xinjiang safflower seed oil, rainbow trout salmon, Guangdong lychee black tea, Lianzhou mustard greens, Hainan Wuzhishan large-leaf tea, Northeast black soil organic rice, and Yantai apples from the Qilu region.Visitors can explore a range of premium products at the Food Expo PRO. The 100% natural, hand-picked wild pine nut oil from Mongolia (Booth: 5C-G20) is a healthy choice for daily diets. A whisky from Soni Village in Nara Prefecture, renowned for its pristine spring water (Booth: 5B-B06), its smooth taste is perfect for a variety of uses, whether drinking neat, on the rocks, or mixed into a variety of cocktails. The spicy and crispy milk chocolate, made with Sichuan pepper oil, Espelette pepper, and almond paste filling (Booth: 3B-E04), would offer an unforgettable tasting experience.4. Body, Mind, and Soul (17 August)This year, the Beauty & Wellness Expo introduces the new "Scentsation” Zone, featuring over 20 brands showcasing a range of perfumes and aromatherapy products to nurture both mind and body. Making its debut at the expo, Lush (Booth: 3E-D08) presents its popular Deep Sleep Magnesium Massage Bar, designed to enhance sleep quality. In response to the growing opportunities in the silver economy, exhibitors are offering various products and services tailored for seniors. Mannings, participating in the Beauty & Wellness Expo for the first time, will feature a Smart Health Station, offering free health tests to help seniors select the best fit wellness products.The Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo, and Home Delights Expo will host a series of seminars and activities, including hand massage workshops, discussions on the emerging trend of Hong Kong residents seeking cross-border medical care, towel exercise sessions, explorations of ergonomics and the latest treatments for various diseases, and diets to boost immunity. The performance stage will feature various sports demonstrations, such as taekwondo, street dance, and ballroom dancing.5. Taste HK (18 August)In recent years, organic farming has gained popularity, with growing demand for local produce. A cooking demonstration, co-organised by DRAGONS' DEN, the Vegetable Marketing Organization, and the Fish Marketing Organization at the Food Expo, will use local ingredients to create healthy and delicious home-cooked dishes. Additionally, the Home Delights Expo will feature notable products, including a glass-lined insulated handheld cup that won the 2024 Red Dot Product Design Award (Booth: 3F-D20), a water faucet awarded the 2023 Red Dot Design Award (Booth: 3F-B18), and a plug-and-play portable air conditioner that requires no exhaust duct (Booth: 3F-E25).At the Food Expo, visitors can savour a sparkling soda infused with lemon honey, salted plum, and ginger (Booth: 3B-A07), recreating classic Hong Kong flavors. A Kee Wah snack set paired with a cute panda backpack (Booth: 1E-C02) combines iconic treats. At the Food Expo PRO, traditional mooncakes developed by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s food team (Booth: 5C-C17) utilise exclusive AkkMore™ fungal fat-replacement technology, blending health with deliciousness.Exploring Halal Products, Coffee, and Food Science OpportunitiesThe 3rd Food Expo PRO and the 35th Food Expo have introduced a Halal food and beverage label since last year to assist exhibitors in expanding into the halal product market. This year, the two expos feature over 120 food suppliers showcasing halal products from around the world, a 20% increase compared to last year. The expo also strengthens collaborations with countries with thriving halal food markets. Group pavilions at the Food Expo PRO include ASEAN countries such as the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam, enriching the variety of halal exhibits.The Food Expo PRO introduces a new "Coffee Zone" this year, showcasing coffee products, accessories, and machines from various origins. Yunnan Province, China’s leading coffee bean producer, is represented by several Pu’er City companies exhibiting Kunlu Mountain and Jinpaoshan roasted beans and other products. Another highlight, the "Food Science and Technology Zone”, presents alternative and future foods of interest to industry professionals. Today’s Food Tech Symposium explores the development of additive-free foods and clean labeling in Hong Kong. Exhibitors are also targeting the silver economy, showcasing innovative products such as soft-textured mooncakes and cognitive health supplements developed by local exhibitors.21 Prominent Speakers Discuss the Latest Developments in Chinese Medicine (14-15 August)The Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association, together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions, provides industry professionals with the latest insights into Chinese medicine. Themed “The Latest Research Progress in the Prevention and Treatment of Tumors, Inflammation, and Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases with Traditional Medicine”, the conference secures 21 prominent speakers, including experts from Hong Kong, Mainland China, and overseas, sharing innovative achievements and trends in the globalisation of Chinese medicine. Conducted in a hybrid format, the conference offers broader opportunities for interaction with speakers. Hong Kong-registered Chinese medicine practitioners can also earn Continuing Medical Education credits by attending the conference.Food Expo Celebrates 35th Edition with Exclusive OffersTo celebrate the 35th Food Expo, free admission tickets are available each day before noon, with 350 each at Halls 3FG and 5FG entrances and redeemable with the designated advertisement. Over 100 promotions are priced at HK$35 or discounted by 65% to tie in with the 35th Food Expo. The “Food Expo 35th Edition – Treasure Hunt” game engages visitors in Hall 3, where they can hunt for ‘treasure’, scan QR codes, answer questions correctly, and redeem gifts. Together with daily lucky draws, prizes are worth over HK$1 million, including kitchenware, furniture, beauty products, gourmet foods, health items; a lucky draw entry is granted for a single transaction of HK$300 or more. The “Smart Bidding” session allows visitors to bid on favourite items starting at 10% of their original price. Visit the “August Happy Buy” promotional website for flash sales and exclusive discounts.Snoopy is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. The organiser invites visitors to participate in the “Snoopy Hide & Seek” activity at the Home Delights Expo, where they can snap photos with Snoopy and friends for a chance to win special prizes, joining in the festive celebration.Physical ticket sales are unavailable at the venue. E-tickets can be purchased in advance through AlipayHK, Alipay, 01 Space, 7-Eleven, Circle K, Octopus app, or The Club app, or at venue entrances using AlipayHK, Alipay, or Octopus. Discounted “Morning Admission” and “Evening Admission” are offered on select dates.Photo download: http://bit.ly/3Hzud7QThe five exhibitions, including the 35th Food Expo, the 9th Beauty & Wellness Expo, the 11th Home Delights Expo, the 3rd Food Expo PRO, the 16th Hong Kong International Tea Fair, and the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products, officially opened today.The Food Expo PRO introduces a new "Coffee Zone” this year, showcasing coffee products, accessories, and machines from various originsThe 3rd Food Expo PRO and the 35th Food Expo feature over 120 exhibitors showcasing a variety of halal foods, facilitating procurement for buyersThe Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be open to both industry professionals and the public for the first time, with several regional pavilions, showcasing unique tea cultures and premium tea products from various regions to the public and trade buyersThe Food Expo’s Gourmet Zone features seven themed areas, offering everything from exquisite main courses and craft beverages to delicious dessertsA new “Scentsation” Zone debuts at this year’s Beauty & Wellness Expo and features over 20 perfume and aromatherapy brands, using fragrances to balance the body and mindHome Delights Expo showcases a variety of home tech products, such as Towngas’ steam washing machine with smart stain treatmentOpening dates and times of the exhibitions:DateHKTDC Food Expo PROOpen to trade buyers only: 14-15 August (Thursday to Friday)Open to trade buyers and public: 16 August (Saturday)Hong Kong International Tea FairOpen to trade buyers and public: 14-16 August (Thursday to Saturday)HKTDC Food Expo, HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo, HKTDC Home Delights Expo14-18 August (Thursday to Monday)International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products14-15 August (Thursday to Friday)TimeHKTDC Food Expo PRO, Hong Kong International Tea Fair14-15 August: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm16 August: 10:00 am to 5:00 pmHKTDC Food Expo, HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo, HKTDC Home Delights Expo14-17 August: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm18 August: 10:00 am to 6:00 pmVenueHong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan ChaiAdmission- Food Expo Public Hall, Home Delights Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Hong Kong International Tea Fair 2025 single ticket: HK$30 per person (ticketholders can pay a top-up fee of HK$10 for admission to the Gourmet Zone on the same day)- Food Expo Public Hall and Gourmet Zone, Home Delights Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Hong Kong International Tea Fair 2025 combo tickets: HK$40 per person**HK$36 per person during the pre-sale period from 31 July to 13 August (tickets are available for pre-sale and walk-in at all 7-Eleven and Circle K convenience stores for HK$36 per person.)Remarks: Holders of 16 August single ticket & combo ticket can visit the Food Expo PRO- Morning admission tickets: Entry before noon on 14, 15 and 18 August, Thursday, Friday and Monday, to the Food Expo Public Hall, Home Delights Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Hong Kong International Tea Fair on the same day: HK$10 (pay directly by AlipayHK, Alipay or Octopus card for admission at the hall entrances only)- Night admission tickets: Entry after 6:00 pm on 14 to 17 August, Thursday to Sunday, to the Food Expo Public Hall, Home Delights Expo, Beauty and Wellness Expo on the same day: HK$10 (pay directly by AlipayHK, Alipay or Octopus card for admission at the hall entrances only)- Concessionary price for persons with disabilities: HK$10 (top-up fee for the Gourmet Zone on the same day is HK$10) Note: Persons with disabilities need to present a “Registration Card for Persons with Disabilities”, issued by the Labour and Welfare Bureau (pay directly by AlipayHK, Alipay or Octopus card for admission at the hall entrances only)- Tourist tickets: HK$20 (HK$30 including admission to the Gourmet Zone)Note: Tourists need to present valid travel documents at the fairground to purchase tickets.Free admission is available for children aged three and under and senior citizens aged 65 or above (presenting valid age proof).TicketsE-tickets are available for sale at AlipayHK and Alipay, the 01 Space e-ticketing platform, all 7-11, Circle K convenience stores, Octopus app and The Club app.HKTDC Food Expo PROfoodexpopro.hktdc.comHKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fairhkteafair.hktdc.comHKTDC Food Expohkfoodexpo.hktdc.comHKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expohkbeautyexpo.hktdc.comHKTDC Home Delights Expohomedelights.hktdc.comThe International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine (ICMCM)icmcm.hktdc.comAugust Happy Buy websiteecoupon.hktdc.com/food/Media EnquiriesOgilvy Public RelationsRex CheukTel : (852) 5618 9908Email : rex.cheuk@ogilvy.comLeanne PokTel : (852) 9379 9694 Email : leanne.pok@ogilvy.comDaisy LeungTel : (852) 9275 7704Email : daisy.leung@ogilvy.comHKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs DepartmentStanley SoTel : (852) 2584 4049Email : stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel : (852) 2584 4272Email : serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgClayton LauwTel : (852) 2584 4472Email : clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgMedia Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout 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. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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越秀房產基金整體經營穩定 實現收入逾人民幣9.66億元 ACN Newswire

越秀房產基金整體經營穩定 實現收入逾人民幣9.66億元

香港, 2025年8月14日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 越秀房地產投資信託基金(「越秀房產基金」,連同越秀房託資產管理有限公司,統稱「基金」;股份代號:405)公佈其截至2025年6月30日止六個月之中期業績。越秀房產基金管理團隊:主席及非執行董事江国雄先生(中)、執行董事及行政總裁區海晶女士(左)、財務總監關志輝先生(右)2025年中期業績摘要:- 整體經營穩定,收入總額為人民幣9.66億元(2024年同期:人民幣10.34億元)。- 於2025年6月30日,物業整體出租率為82.2%(2024年同期:84.0%)。- 平均融資成本為3.33%,較年初下降83個基點,剔除匯兌虧損的融資成本同比減少13.5%。- 中期分派每個基金單位約人民幣0.0333元,約等於0.0366港元。按年計算的分派收益率為8.42%。廣州國金中心:- 廣州國金中心綜合體錄得經營收入為人民幣4.86億元,佔基金收入總額50.3%。- 廣州國金中心寫字樓引進一家財富世界500強背景企業;出租率為82.6%;續約率為70%。- 國金天地期內出租率高達96.4%。- 廣州四季酒店平均入住率同比上升1.1個百分點,客房收入創歷史同期新高;國金中心雅詩閣服務式公寓平均入住率同比增長1.8個百分點,營業收入亦創歷史同期新高。廣州越秀金融大廈:- 越秀金融大廈錄得經營收入約人民幣1.65億元,佔基金收入17.1%,出租率達82.1%。- 租戶結構不斷優化,新引進優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景企業,以及一家市值超百億的期貨企業。積極管理融資風險,有效平抑融資成本- 針對2025年上半年到期的人民幣5.3億元短期貸款、21億港元5年期銀團貸款及今年內到期的其他貸款,管理人於2025年上半年完成人民幣5.3億元短期貸款續借,並通過取得人民幣17億元境外貸款和發行人民幣10億元點心債,用於到期貸款的再融資及提前置換,確保流動性風險得到有效管控。- 管理人期內合計引入人民幣32.3億元貸款,並置換境外浮息港元貸款,利用人民幣融資相對低位,主動調節融資結構,降低利率市場衝擊。2025年上半年末融資利率敞口約為14%,較年初26%收窄12個百分點;平均融資成本為3.33%,較年初4.16%下降83個基點;上半年平均付息率3.92%,同比下降64個基點。剔除匯兌虧損的融資成本約為人民幣4.02億元,同比減少13.5%。- 2025年6月末人民幣融資約147.95 億元,佔總體融資72%(2024年同期:人民幣融資約84.04 億元,佔總體融資41%)。越秀房產基金主席及非執行董事江国雄先生表示:「2025年上半年,在全球貿易環境波動及經濟增長放緩的背景下,中國國內生產總值GDP同比增長5.3%,但企業擴張保守緩慢;零售消費疲弱、酒店公寓房價承壓。為應對行業不利因素,我們策略性搶佔市場份額,提前推進續租工作,投入資本性改造,提升產品競爭力,有效穩住經營基本面,為中期經營收入提供堅實支撐。同時,融資成本回落也為分派創造有利條件。」國金中心國金中心透過提升產品和優化營運,客戶訪問量和轉化率均錄得正向提升,新簽13,133平方米。推出4,235平方米帶裝修單元去化週期僅約十九天,去化率接近九成。引進優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景企業、一家全球龍頭航運企業和一家知名互聯網背景文體娛樂企業,合計超過2,200平方米。續租9,099平方米,續租率70%,留存優質租戶包括兩家財富世界500強背景企業和一家外國領事館。國金中心入選觀點「表現力指數2025商辦資產運營表現」TOP30榜單。國金天地積極打造電子化消費場景,推進悅秀會本地生活平台試點落地,已覆蓋12家商戶,同時利用大眾點評、雲閃付等平台多渠道引流,新簽和續租合計5,734平方米,續租率97%。出租率為96.4%。期內,中免免稅店宣佈落戶國金天地,預計第三季度開業,成為廣州首家且目前唯一的市內免稅店。廣州四季酒店客房收入和國金中心雅詩閣服務式公寓營業收入分別創歷史同期新高。廣州四季酒店期內平均入住率為80.1%,同比上升1.1個百分點;平均房價為人民幣2,201元,與去年同期相若;每間可供出租客房收入(RevPAR)為人民幣1,762元,同比增長0.7%;RevPAR競爭指數為111.7,在奢華酒店競爭群組中始終保持較領先的市場地位。國金中心雅詩閣服務式公寓期內平均入住率為92.3%,同比上升1.8個百分點,平均入住率高於競爭群公寓9.7個百分點;平均房價為人民幣1,128元,與去年同期相若;RevPAR為人民幣1,041元,同比增長1.5%;RevPAR競爭指數達120.0。越秀金融大廈越秀金融大廈期內新簽7,448平方米,包括七家租戶擴租合計1,500平方米。推出7,089平方米帶裝修單元,去化週期約38天,去化率超過六成半。新引進優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景企業,以及一家市值超百億的期貨企業。受部分租戶回遷自有物業辦公的影響,續租10,303平方米,續租率42%。留存大面積優質租戶包括國際四大之一「德勤」和一家國內龍頭綜合性資產管理公司。白馬大廈白馬大廈引入珠三角供應鏈資源,期內帶動新簽3,273平方米,實現一樓滿租。上半年累計接待165個採批團,累計接待採購商近5,000人次,其中包括來自法國、越南等23個外商團,促成採購金額達人民幣1.4億元。白馬大廈依託大灣區國際女裝展、廣交會等展會促進租戶成交,亦成功推出「白馬悅境通」跨境電商平台和「白馬商學院營銷賦能營」系列課程,激活租戶數字化運營新動能。財富廣場財富廣場期內新簽2,354平方米,引進優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強綜合金融集團旗下醫療養老板塊的數家企業。續租2,924平方米,續租率76%,留存優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景企業,亦靈活匹配降本需求調整單元挽留租戶。城建大廈城建大廈期內新簽7,585平方米,引進一家美容科技企業提升樓內大健康業態氛圍。結合租戶降本意願制定挽留方案,優化產品標準匹配租戶需求。續租2,090平方米,續租率68%,包括一家全球知名合同研究組織(CRO)的廣州辦公室。維多利廣場維多利廣場期內主力租戶「優衣庫」繼續發揮旗艦作用,首發C系列產品,並於3月28日至4月6日落地全國首場「優衣庫美好生活市集」、巨型寶可夢及美好生活音樂活動,活動期間達季度客流峰值,帶動四月銷售額同比增長7%,推動中期期間銷售額同比增長0.3%。項目聯動餐飲租戶,抓住客流高峰提升銷售,帶動中期期間項目整體銷售額同比增長0.6%。上海越秀大廈上海越秀大廈期內續租3,798平方米,續租率39%;新簽3,933平方米,迅速填補退租單元。通過更換停車場節能燈管提升場內亮度,項目實現節能效益和服務水平雙提升,提高租戶滿意度。於中期期末,上海越秀大廈出租率為87.2%,同比增加2.6個百分點。武漢物業武漢越秀財富中心期內新簽12,395平方米,引進優質租戶包括一家全球領先汽車集團成員企業和一家多元化專業服務企業。續租10,884平方米,續租率81%,留存大面積優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景央企。招商團隊透過單元局部微改造、軟裝提升、打造智能樣板間等多種方式優化客戶看樓體驗,提升客戶轉化率。星匯維港購物中心期內新簽和續租合計3,894平方米,續租率82%。成功引進多家熱門餐飲品牌,包括A館一樓引進網紅品牌「達美樂」,帶動更多家庭客群。項目開拓夜間消費,利用四樓「悅花園」亮點優勢,持續打造「江畔星夜」、「深夜食堂」激發銷售新增長點。杭州維多利杭州維多利期內新簽1,974平方米,引進一家全層租戶。續租6,083平方米,續租率64%,留存優質租戶包括一家財富世界500強背景建築工程企業和一家山西省屬國企的浙江分公司。未來展望市場普遍憧憬美聯儲下半年進一步降息,但路徑和幅度仍具不確定性。另一方面,今年是中國「十四五」規劃收官之年,各項政策穩字當頭,包括適度寬鬆貨幣政策和「以舊換新」消費補貼政策,旨在通過擴大內需激發市場活力,因此管理人預期人民幣利率將維持較低水平。伴隨國內新質生產力加快培育發展和供給側改革深化推進,管理人預期產業動能繼續推陳出新,營商氣氛將向好改善。備受矚目的第十五屆全國運動會將於下半年在廣州開幕,有望帶動商場消費和酒店公寓需求。下半年,管理人將因應經濟發展走勢動態實施積極、穩健、靈活的租賃策略,敏銳把握潛在機會,持續提升資產組合市場競爭力。管理人將視市場發展預期對融資結構持續檢視並進行合理調整,通過各類人民幣融資途徑,引入低成本人民幣融資,以尋求更優融資成本,平滑利率風險。管理人將按計劃開展相關資本性改造工程,合理規劃和分段改造廣州四季酒店客房,圍繞產品提升、設備更新和安全保障維度,實現物業保值增值,為項目穩健經營保駕護航。關於越秀房地產投資信託基金越秀房地產投資信託基金(「越秀房產基金」)於2005年12月21日在香港聯交所上市,為全球首只投資於中國內地物業的上市房地產投資信託基金。越秀房產基金目前持有的物業組合包括位於廣州的廣州國際金融中心、白馬大廈、財富廣場、城建大廈、維多利廣場、越秀金融大廈、位於上海的越秀大廈、位於武漢的武漢物業(包括武漢越秀財富中心和星匯維港購物中心)、位於杭州的維多利商務中心以及位於香港的越秀大廈共10項高素質物業,物業產權面積共約118.4萬平方米,分別位於中國廣州市、上海市、武漢市、杭州市及香港市的核心商業區域。物業類型包括甲級寫字樓、商業綜合體、零售商業、酒店、服務式公寓、服裝專業市場等。傳媒查詢:縱橫財經公關顧問有限公司李惠兒電話: +852 2864 4834電郵:sprg_yx@sprg.com.hk梁家儀電話: +852 2114 4172張銘伊電話: +852 2864 4903網址:http://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.
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