วัน: 20 สิงหาคม 2024

- CENTRESTAGE ELITES, the grand opening fashion show, will be held on 3 September at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, featuring a show from world-renowned Hong Kong-born designer Robert Wun that will be live-streamed across multiple online platforms- The exhibition brings together 250 brands from 17 countries and regions, the highest number of brands ever to take part in CENTRESTAGE. For the first time, the event will open to the public for all four days- In line with market trends, new thematic zones for circular fashion and athleisure fashion have been added. Around 40 events will be held during the fair- Steve Chan, director of Weeds on Fire, has created cinematic narratives for the new collections of four fashion designers participating in the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show, promoting cross-sectoral collaboration in the creative industriesHONG KONG, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CENTRESTAGE, the annual fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), will showcase a rich tapestry of style from 4 to 7 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event will feature a plethora of fashion shows, parades and seminars led by industry heavyweights, with attendees able to gain insights into the latest industry trends and cutting-edge designs, as well as explore business opportunities. For the first time, the exhibition will be open to both industry buyers and the public for all four days of the fair, providing a unique opportunity for fashion enthusiasts to explore and purchase from a variety of brands offering products for retail sale.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "As the government continues to champion Hong Kong’s mega events economy, this year’s CENTRESTAGE will open its doors to both industry professionals and the public for four consecutive days. We extend our warm invitation to local residents, visitors from Mainland China and overseas to immerse themselves in this Asian fashion spectacle. This year, we are proud to showcase a record-breaking 250 brands from 17 countries and regions, including internationally renowned and iconic labels. The CENTRESTAGE runway will come alive with a series of world-class fashion shows including the “Home Coming” grand opening fashion show by Robert Wun at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, further cementing Hong Kong's status as a premier events capital. At the same time, the event will propel the development of the fashion and creative industries in Hong Kong and reinforce our city’s position as an east-meets-west centre for international cultural exchange."CENTRESTAGE ELITES moves to Hong Kong Palace MuseumThis year's CENTRESTAGE ELITES will be held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on 3 September, the day before the fair gets underway, and will feature the fashion creations of Robert Wun, the first Hong Kong-born designer to feature at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. The evening marks his triumphant homecoming and will be the first fashion show ever held at the museum. CENTRESTAGE ELITES will be live-streamed on the CENTERSTAGE website, the HKTDC's YouTube channel and Facebook page, and on other online platforms such as ViuTV App and Yahoo HK. In addition, Mr Wun will showcase his designs in a dedicated exhibition area at CENTRESTAGE’s fairground and host a masterclass session on 5 September at which he will share his fascinating journey to becoming a globally renowned fashion designer.Showcasing the latest collections of local fashion design brands in a cinematic wayThe excitement continues with the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show on the opening day of the fair (4 September), with four top local fashion brands – ANGUS TSUI, röyksopp gakkai, selfFab., and Z I D I – showcasing their latest collections. Moving beyond the traditional runway format, the event is collaborating with Steve Chan, director of the film Weeds on Fire that won the 1st First Feature Film Initiative organised by the CCIDA (formerly known as Create Hong Kong), to present the fashion creations of the four brands through a unique cinematic storytelling approach. This innovative take on the runway experience allows audiences to explore the world of fashion through a fresh lens while fostering deeper collaboration in Hong Kong's creative industries.The four-day fair will feature a series of other fashion shows, including the "Greater Bay Area Fashion Fusion Show" organised by Fashion Farm Foundation with the CCIDA as Lead Sponsor, the "Macao Fashion Parade" by the Macao Productivity and Technology Transfer Center, "Thai Designers' Showcase" by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion, and the "Hong Kong Kids Fashion Show" by Hong Kong Kids Fashion Week.CENTRESTAGE will feature five zones, including the newly added Athleisure and Circular Fashion zones that will feature products from the increasingly popular activewear fashion and circular fashion sectors. The Craftsmanship zone will feature exquisite artisanship while the Contemporary zone offers chic and avant-garde designs and the Urban zone highlights products targeting the younger segment.Participating at CENTRESTAGE for the first time, the British Consulate-General Hong Kong will bring circular fashion clothing from eight British brands, including the Roksanda label from master British designer Roksanda Ilincic. International celebrities such as American pop star Lady Gaga, former United States First Lady Michelle Obama and British royal Kate Middleton have all worn Roksanda's designs. The designer will attend the exhibition in person, hosting a sharing session at which she will interact with attendees and discuss her path to success.The sports fever sparked by the Paris Olympics Games remains intense. Different sports brands will participate at CENTRESTAGE this year, including internationally renowned golf brand ASHWORTH, which is collaborating with well-known Hong Kong designer Mountain Yam to launch a joint collection at the event.Also in attendance at CENTRESTAGE are local and global industry powerhouses such as the Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association (HKFDA), the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI), the Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design (AiDLab), Redress, the Knitwear Innovation and Design Society (KIDS), the School of Fashion and Textiles of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA). Governments and brands from around the world are actively supporting the event and showcasing their collections, including first-time participant the Singapore Fashion Council, Japan's Ueda College of Fashion, the Thailand Textile Institute and the Indonesia Fashion Chamber.HKTDC continues to invite buyers from around the world to source at CENTRESTAGE, including major multi-brand stores such as CNTRBND in Canada, Elevastor in France, VOO Store in Germany, Urbanist Store in the United Arab Emirates, Japan’s The Four-Eyed Limited, ANCHORET from Mainland China and Taiwan’s CLUB DESIGNER.Experts gather to discuss future fashion industry developmentsLeading figures from various fields in the fashion industry will take part in a series of seminars that will provide in-depth insights into the latest fashion trends, industry developments and related technologies. Among them, the Innovation and Technology Symposium organised by the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel, themed "Scaling from Innovation to Impact", will explore how collaboration can multiply the effectiveness of innovative research and development to help the textile and fashion industry meet future challenges.Entering its ninth edition, CENTRESTAGE not only attracts top international designers and brands but also provides a stage for iconic industry competitions. The finals of the REDRESS Design Award 2024, a sustainable fashion design competition sponsored by CCIDA, will be held at CENTRESTAGE on 5 September. Ten finalists from around the world will come to Hong Kong to showcase their latest designs on the runway and compete for awards. Meanwhile, the Young Knitwear Designer’s Contest (YKDC), organised by the Knitwear Innovation and Design Society, will hold its final fashion show on the third day of the exhibition (6 September).Set to be the grand finale of this year’s CENTRESTAGE, the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC) 2024 will take place on 7 September. Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of Japanese fashion brand doublet, will join as a guest judge alongside a panel of industry experts. Together, they will select the winners from 10 finalists for four awards: the Champion, Excellence Award, Best Art Direction and My Favourite Collection. The public is invited to participate by casting votes online (https://bit.ly/YDC2024_Vote_Now) for their favourite collection.CENTRESTAGE will be held concurrently with HKTDC’s Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME. Attendees can enjoy a one-stop shopping experience for branded apparel and watches from around the world and can enter the “CENTRESTAGE X Watch & Clock” lucky draws that will be held during the exhibitions.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3SXCuVBSophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC (centre); Katherine Fang, Chairman of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee (second left); Corin Wilson, Director, Trade & Investment, British Consulate-General Hong Kong (second right); William Fu, CEO of Ashworth (left); and Mountain Yam, Founder of 112 mountainyam (right) shared insights on the exhibition highlights, circular fashion and athleisure trends at today’s CENTRESTAGE press conference.The exhibition brings together 250 brands from 17 countries and regions, the highest number of brands ever to take part in CENTRESTAGE.The press conference was held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, a cultural landmark in the city, where the red door backdrop proved popular for photo opportunities.Actress Samantha Ko (centre) joined the CENTRESTAGE press conference wearing a piece of fashionable sportswear from the Ashworth and Mountain Yam collaboration collection.Actress Sofiee Ng (second left) and actor Will Or (second right) showcased fashion pieces designed by young designers Angus Tsui (left) and Derek Chan (right) respectively.Sarika Choi modelled a dress from prestigious British brand Roksanda.Websites :CENTRESTAGE : www.centrestage.com.hkCENTRESTAGE ELITES: https://www.hktdc.com/event/centrestage/en/centrestage-elitesFashion Hong Kong : https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC):www.fashionally.com/enMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana TangTel: (852) 9199 6723Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni KwokTel: (852) 6291 4283Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:Snowy ChanTel: (852) 2584 4525Email: snowy.sn.chan@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 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 SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, 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: http://www.ccidahk.gov.hk.Disclaimer: 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 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTSRMB’000(Unaudited)For the 6 MonthsEnded June 30For the 3 MonthsEnded June 30 2024202320242023Revenue4,610,6414,163,7972,473,7662,193,490- Office Software and Services2,413,0792,172,4971,187,7301,120,845- Online Games and Others2,197,5621,991,3001,286,0361,072,645Gross Profit3,782,6883,457,2392,042,0351,831,846Operating Profit1,395,6151,136,015794,037675,713Profit Attributable to Owners ofthe Parent677,923249,530393,35357,187Basic Earnings per Share (RMB)0.510.180.290.04HONG KONG, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Kingsoft Corporation Limited (“Kingsoft” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 03888.HK), a leading software and internet services company in China, announces its unaudited results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024.In the first half of 2024, Kingsoft’s total revenue reached RMB 4,611 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 11%. Revenue from office software and services business was RMB 2,413 million, while revenue from online games and other business was RMB 2,198 million, accounting for 52% and 48% of total revenue, respectively. Gross profit for the first half of 2024 was RMB 3,783 million, a 9% increase compared to the same period last year.In the second quarter of 2024, Kingsoft’s total revenue reached RMB 2,474 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 13%. Revenue from office software and services business was RMB 1,188 million, while revenue from online games and others business was RMB 1,286 million, accounting for 48% and 52% of total revenue, respectively. Gross profit was RMB 2,042 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 11%.Mr. Jun LEI, Chairman of Kingsoft, stated: “In the second quarter of 2024, we steadfastly implemented our established strategy, and significant progress has been made in our core businesses. Kingsoft Office Group maintained steady operations and adhered to the strategy of 'Multi-Screen, Cloud, Content, Collaboration, AI'. We actively embraced the opportunities presented by large language models, and continuously invested in collaboration and AI R&D to enhance product competitiveness and promote the practical application of new productive forces in the smart office sector. In the online games business, we focused on a quality-centered strategy, delving deeply into classic JX series while actively expanding into new game genres.”Mr. Tao ZOU, the chief executive officer (“CEO”) of Kingsoft, said, “In the second quarter of 2024, we achieved solid growth in revenue and operating profit. Total revenue for the second quarter was RMB2,474 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 13% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 16%. Revenue from online games and others business was RMB1,286 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 20% and a significant quarter-on-quarter increase of 41%, while revenue from office software business was RMB1,188 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 6%. The operating profit was RMB794 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 18% and a significant quarter-on-quarter increase of 32%.”Office software and services: Official released of WPS AI 2.0, further enhancing the intelligent office experienceIn the first half of 2024, the revenue of Kingsoft Office Group reached RMB2,413 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 11%. In the second quarter, its revenue reached RMB1,188 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 6%.Kingsoft Office Group upgraded its AI strategy and released WPS AI 2.0. Focusing on individual users, it has launched four AI assistants in writing, reading, data and design. For enterprise users, we released WPS AI Enterprise Edition, which includes AI Hub, AI Docs, and Copilot Pro. For government users, we released Kingsoft Government Office Model , and WPS AI Government Edition.In the second quarter, the individual office subscription business experienced steady growth. We enhanced the cloud-integrated experience of its products, increasing user reliance on WPS cloud services, which in turn boosted user activity on the cloud. Simultaneously, we continually improved users' awareness and utilization of AI features. In the enterprise office sector, WPS 365 continued to drive business transformation, advancing cloud integration and collaborative work processes for government and corporate clients. We also focused deeply on the value scenarios of key government and enterprise customers, incubating secure and efficient industry-wide solutions. In the field of localization industry, we addressed the actual replacement needs of critical industries, achieving localized migration, adaptation, and application reconstruction of office systems. Meanwhile, the overseas business maintained healthy growth, with the upgraded release of WPS AI's international edition and its membership system.Online Games business: Core IP continues to break through, injecting new vitality into developmentIn the first half of 2024, revenue from the online games and others business grew steadily to RMB2,198 million, a 10% increase year-on-year. Revenue for the second quarter was RMB1,286 million, a 20% increase year-on-year and a significant increase of 41% quarter-on-quarter.Our core games have achieved a milestone breakthrough. The mobile version of JX3 Ultimate was successfully launched in June, with full platform data inheritance and interconnectivity with the flagship PC game JX3 Online. The daily active user count across all platforms reached a record high. Many dormant players returned, while new players kept joining, enhancing the baseline for the long-term operation of the IP and injecting new vitality into it. We will hold the 15th-anniversary celebration of JX3 Online in August and launch a new expansion pack in October to further enhance its long-term vitality. The sci-fi mech game, Mecha BREAK, has completed its first domestic public beta test in August.Mr. Jun LEI concluded, “Looking forward to the second half of the year, Kingsoft Office Group will remain dedicated to focusing on AI and collaboration, continue to invest in R&D, and improve the products related to WPS 365 and WPS AI systems. We will also promote their applications in office scenarios across various industries to provide more efficient and intelligent office solutions. Online games business will keep focusing on users, deepen expanded genres and seek new breakthroughs. We will adhere to the technology-driven business, continuously innovate and deliver products and content, and create prime experiences to generate value for our users and shareholders.”About Kingsoft Corporation LimitedKingsoft (3888.HK) is a leading Chinese software and internet service company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It has three main subsidiaries: Kingsoft Office, Seasun Holdings and Kingsoft Shiyou. With the implementation of the “transformation toward mobile internet” strategy, Kingsoft has completed a comprehensive transformation in its overall business and management model. The Company has established a strategic layout with office software and interactive entertainment as its pillars, and cloud services and artificial intelligence as its new starting points. Kingsoft has more than 7,000 employees worldwide and holds a significant market share domestically. For more details, please refer to http://www.kingsoft.com.Kingsoft Investor Relations:Li YinanTel: (86) 10 6292 7777Email: ir@kingsoft.comFor inquiries, please contact Hill+Knowlton Strategies:Li YanjiaoTel: (86) 6150 8598Email: po@wsfg.comLai JunshenTel: (852) 9798 0715Email: po@wsfg.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Financial Highlights:  (RMB Million)For the Six Months Ended 30 June1H 2024 1H 2023ChangeRevenue6,0076,176-2.7%Gross Profit1,0031,064-5.7%Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company6871,715-59.9%Basic Earnings per Share (RMB)0.150.37-59.4% HONG KONG, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China BlueChemical Ltd. (“China BlueChem” or the “Company”, stock code: 3983), China’s largest chemical fertilizer central enterprise in both production capacity and production volume, has announced its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2024. The Company achieved revenue of RMB6.007 billion and net profit attributable to owners of the Company of RMB687 million for the six months ended 30 June 2024. The business performance was basically similar to that in the first half of 2023. However, in 2023, a one-off profit was realized from the disposal of 67% equity interest in a subsidiary for strategic reasons, which significantly drove the Company's profit growth in the first half of 2023.Mr. HOU Xiaofeng, CEO and President of China BlueChem said, “Despite the overhaul of multiple plants, the Company still performed well in achieving its target plans for the first half of 2024. During the period, the Company continued to strengthen safety production management and the overall safety situation remained stable. It actively expanded the market and increased efficiency, and continuously promoted management that strives for excellence which resulted in steadily improved governance efficiency. In addition, the Company has consistently adhered to a philosophy of green and sustainable development. Its methanol plant has been awarded the honorary title of “Energy Efficiency Leader” by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation for 13 consecutive years, and its synthetic ammonia plant has been awarded the honorary title of “Water Efficiency Leader” by the China Nitrogen Fertiliser Industry Association for 5 consecutive years.”In the production perspective, the Company continuously strengthened production and operation control, constantly improved the rationality and economy of equipment maintenance cycles, and released a 5-year rolling plan for equipment maintenance. Among them, the major overhauls of the Fudao Phase I urea unit, Fudao Phase II urea unit, and Hainan Phase II methanol unit were all completed successfully ahead of schedule, laying a solid foundation for subsequent stable operations. In the first half of the year, the Company produced 973,000 tonnes of urea, 707,000 tonnes of methanol, 445,000 tonnes of phosphate fertilisers and compound fertilisers, and 97,000 tonnes of acrylonitrile series products. Except for urea, the production of other products increased year-on-year.In terms of marketing, facing the complex and ever-changing market situation, the Company has further strengthened market analysis and priced scientifically and precisely. Meanwhile, the Company explored deeply the market competitiveness and price elasticity of products, and promoted the development of the competitive sales business of fertilisers and methanol. Additionally, the Company strengthened direct sales through e-commerce, with e-commerce direct sales volume increasing by 54% year-on-year. In the first half of the year, the Company sold 1.003 million tonnes of urea, 668,000 tonnes of methanol, 401,000 tonnes of phosphate fertilisers and compound fertilisers, and 88,000 tonnes of acrylonitrile series products.Looking ahead to the second half of the year, the increase in overall supply of urea is expected to exceed the increase in demand. Domestic urea prices are expected to be weak in the third quarter, but will improve later with the preparation of fertilisers for winter wheat. Regarding phosphate fertilisers, the overall supply is sufficient, while with the combined effects of international procurement, domestic autumn wheat demand, and the release of demand for winter storage fertiliser, the overall demand is expected to be relatively strong with prices remaining cautiously optimistic. Methanol supply is relatively abundant, while imports are expected to resume growth. Downstream demand for Methanol is expected to grow, and the cost side will provide price support. It is expected that the supply and demand situation of Methanol will change frequently,exhibiting primarily wide fluctuations in the market trend. On the other hand, both supply and demand for acrylonitrile are expected to grow, but the increase in supply will be more prominent. The market may continue to experience an oversupply, and spot prices are expected to remain weak.Mr. HOU Xiaofeng, CEO and President of China BlueChem said, “In the second half of 2024, the Company will strive to ensure the safe and stable operation of production facilities, and enhance risk mitigation capabilities. At the same time, the Company will continuously optimize resource allocation, leverage locational advantages, enhance product competitiveness and further explore the potential for marketing efficiency improvement. In addition, the Company will improve refined management standards and establish a cost control indicator system. Furthermore, it will strengthen brand building, strive to create a benchmark base for green agriculture brands and emphasize digitalization, intelligence, and green and low-carbon initiatives. Moreover, the Company will promote equipment upgrades and conduct research on the development planning of green strategic emerging industries.”- End -About China BlueChemical Ltd.China BlueChemical Ltd. (“China BlueChem”) is a listed company that specialises in the development, production and sales of chemical fertilisers and synthetic chemical products. It is the largest Central enterprise in the field of chemical fertilisers in terms of both production capacity and production volume. The Company is a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation which mainly engages in the exploration, development, production and sales of crude oil and natural gas. On 29 September 2006, China BlueChem was listed on the main board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited with the stock code 3983. Currently, its production facilities are located in Hainan, Hubei and Heilongjiang, China, with a total designed annual production capacity of 1.84 million tonnes of urea, 1 million tonnes of phosphate and compound fertilisers (mono-ammonium phosphate, di-ammonium phosphate and compound fertiliser), 1.4 million tonnes of methanol, 200,000 tonnes of acrylonitrile and 70,000 tonnes MMA. It has a deep water port with a designed annual throughout capacity of 18.28 million tonnes in Dongfang city, Hainan province. Boasting continued growth of its brand value, the Company’s brand value reached RMB5.404 billion in 2023, up by RMB1.433 billion as compared with 2022. In early 2023, the Company was granted “The Outstanding Listed Enterprise Awards 2022 – Excellent Results Performance” by Capital Media in recognition of its impressive and growing financial results.For more information about the Company, please visit its website: www.chinabluechem.com.cn. 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HONG KONG, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Three Garden Road, a world-class landmark property owned by Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (“Champion REIT” or the “Trust”; stock code: 2778), has achieved the highest level rating of Platinum in WiredScore certification for offices v3.1. This achievement demonstrates its focus on delivering top-tier digital infrastructure and smart building solutions to enhance overall tenant experience.This recognition, along with the Platinum certification of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) “v4.1 Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings” attained earlier in 2024, the distinction of being Hong Kong’s first WELL Platinum certification received in 2020 and the BEAM Plus Platinum certification received in 2022, establishes Three Garden Road as Hong Kong’s first “Quadruple Platinum” grade-A office building under the existing building certification category.Three Garden Road is best-in-class across all features of digital connectivity that are essential to tenants, including excellent internet service, wireless network, telecommunications, and power infrastructure:- Seamless mobile and internet experience: unparalleled digital connectivity featuring reliable mobile performance from multiple operators, free Wi-Fi in communal areas to support wellness and community events, and 5G mobile coverage in common areas and car parks- Effortless setup: comprehensive internet setup with multiple high-speed providers, ensuring a perfect fit for tenant needs and a smooth, hassle-free digital experience- Future-ready infrastructure: ample spare capacity throughout the building, including risers, access points, and telecommunications rooms, to accommodate new and emerging technologies and provide tenants with flexibility and adaptability- Resilient systems: robust infrastructure, including multiple points of entry, diverse and secure risers, and telecommunications rooms, effectively mitigating potential interruptions- Smart systems: integration of Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and smart building systems to enhance tenant experience and optimise resource managementMs Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer of Champion REIT, shared, “Three Garden Road attaining WiredScore Platinum certification speaks volumes about our embrace of intelligent practices and cutting-edge technologies. The property was the first smart building in Hong Kong recognised by the Hong Kong Institute of Architects for its innovative and outstanding architectural design upon its completion. In pursuit of excellence, the Trust maintains a steadfast dedication to integrating smart features into the building’s operational management and facilitating its sustainable development, which is highly valued by our key financial institution and multinational corporation tenants.”Thomasin Crowley, VP of Asia Pacific at WiredScore, said, “Achieving WiredScore Platinum for Three Garden Road is a remarkable accomplishment that underscores Champion REIT’s unwavering dedication to delivering top-tier digital infrastructure in their buildings. This recognition not only testifies the innovative and forward-thinking approach that Champion REIT brings to their real estate assets, but also highlights their commitment to ensuring that their occupiers have access to world-class, reliable, and future-proofed digital amenities that truly sets them apart in today's fast-evolving landscape.”In this July, the Trust held its inaugural ESG Week, featuring a diverse range of impactful activities in collaboration with over 20 partners and organisations. To date, all 100% of its Hong Kong properties have attained the highest Platinum level certification for green buildings, affirming its leadership in implementing sustainable measures. The Trust achieved the top Five-star rating from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) in 2023.- "Quadruple Platinum" existing building certifications refer to WiredScore certification for offices v3.1 Platinum, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) "v4.1 Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings" Platinum, WELL Healthy Building Standard v2 Core Platinum and BEAM Plus Existing Building v2.0 Comprehensive Scheme Final Platinum.– End –Photo caption:Three Garden Road becomes the first-in-Hong-Kong “Quadruple Platinum”existing building.About Champion REIT (2778)Champion Real Estate Investment Trust is a trust formed to own and invest in income- producing office and retail properties. The Trust focuses on Grade-A commercial properties in prime locations. It currently offers investors direct exposure to nearly 3 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail area. These include two Hong Kong landmark properties, Three Garden Road and Langham Place, as well as a joint venture stake in 66 Shoe Lane in Central London. The Trust was awarded the top five-star rating by the Global Real Estate Sustainability Standard (GRESB) in 2023.Website: www.championreit.comMedia Enquiries:Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeTel: 2864 4834Email: vicky.lee@sprg.com.hkCynthia NgTel: 2114 4952Email: cynthia.ng@sprg.com.hkTheresa OuyangTel: 2864 4848Email: theresa.ouyang@sprg.com.hkWebsite: www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MANILA, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The greatest awards show dedicated to the financial services industry in the Philippines, WFIS Awards 2024 is poised to grab nationwide headlines post-announcing the best FSI minds from 11 exclusive categories.Part of the larger WFIS event, the awards show took place on 14 August between 4 - 7 PM at Manila Marriott Hoteland was attended by the most senior professionals, dignitaries from the public sector, innovators, fintech experts and many others.Vying for the coveted titles, contenders from myriad domains entered the awards show which overall received more than 100 nominations. The nominations were later screened based on their exemplary body of work and other pre-defined parameters by industry’s most trusted names who also formed the jury for the awards show.The jury included Mel Migrino (Chairman and President, Women in Security Alliance Philippines), Anna Marie Pabellon (Deloitte PH Financial Services Industry and Assurance Leader, Deloitte), Imelda Tiongson (Trustee & Board Director, Fintech Alliance Ph & Various Public Listed Companies), Emmanuel Bonoan (Vice Chairman and COO, Head of Advisory, KPMG in the Philippines, R.G. Manabat & Co.), Charlie Valerio (Vice President, Philippines Chief Information Officer Association (PCIOA) and Balaji Viswanathan (Managing Director & CEO, Expleo Solutions Limited).While the jury had a tough time deciding the winners owing to a fierce competition, the names were finally announced and called upon stage to receive the trophies. Below are the results.IT Maestro of the Year - Mark Anthony Santiago, Head, IT Risk Management, UnionDigital BankGRC Advocate of the Year - Julie Reyes, Group Chief Risk and Compliance Officer, MayaData & Analytics Leader of the Year - Aakriti Raj, Principal Data Scientist/ Senior AVP, Security Bank CorporationRetail Banker of the Year - Daryl Sandoval, Head of Micro and Small Lending Division 1, Bank of Makati, A Savings BankCyber Practitioner of the Year - RB Banez, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Cyber Security Governance, CIS BayadCX Innovator of the Year - Ramil De Villa, SVP2 & Consumer Lending Group Head, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC)Woman Influencer in FSI - Diana Lim, VP & Deputy Department Head, PETNET Inc.Wealth Management Expert of the Year - Carlos Garcia, Head - Treasury Compliance, GCashChampioning Enterprise GRC Implementation - Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC)Data Transformation Excellence Award - UnionBank of the PhilippinesThe evening had a blistering start as the electrifying performance by IOX Entertainment captivated the audience and got them excited. Every element at the show was oozing glamour from the moment the attendees set foot inside the designated platform. The entire space was decked with red carpets, paparazzi lights and a lot of bling to add to the evening’s charm. If that wasn’t enough, the entrancing champagne ladies further raised the platform’s spirits.All in all, it was an evening that gave Indonesia’s financial services community a chance to unwind, feel appreciated for their hard work, and a moment to rejoice. Organizer and CEO of Tradepass, Sudhir Ranjan Jena expressed his delight over the spectacular awards show, “WFIS Awards has now become the most competitive space under the financial services industry as the idea of getting recognized in front of the entire community is something no industry leader wants to miss. While the award categories at World Financial Innovation Series have become the most coveted titles, the huge number of nominations every year is a sheer testament to the platform’s high demand and standard.”For more information about the event, log on to: https://philippines.worldfis.com/About TradepassProviding access to the global emerging markets, Tradepass brings together people, products and solutions to power events for unparalleled business and networking opportunities. Being the most accredited event company, it helps organizations: enter new markets, grow sales pipeline, close prospects, raise capital and identify the right solution-providers.As a deal facilitator, Tradepass is always determined about exposing the most agile liquid growth markets, to enable all-round scalability and growth.Media contact:Shrinkhal SharadPR & Communication Leadshrinkhals@tradepassglobal.com + (91) 80 6166 4401Tradepass Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (stock code: 2778), the owner of Three Garden Road and Langham Place, announces its financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2024.  Summary of financial results 1H 20241H 2023ChangeTotal Rental Income (HK$ million)1,1151,168- 4.5%Net Property Income (HK$ million)954995- 4.1%Distributable Income (HK$ million)544617       - 11.9%  Distribution per unit (HK$)0.08090.0927- 12.7%  30 Jun 202431 Dec 2023ChangeGross Value of Portfolio (HK$ million)61,40662,950- 2.5%Net Asset Value per unit (HK$)7.427.72- 3.9%Gearing Ratio23.1% 22.8%+ 0.3ppOverviewThe high interest rate environment continued to affect the results of the Trust in the first half of 2024. While the total number of tourist arrivals recorded solid growth, the strong local currency dampened consumption and prompted an outflow of domestic travellers. While Langham Place Mall continued to outpace the market in retail sales, the Hong Kong office rental market remained under pressure in light of the supply conditions. Following the successful refinancing, we have ample undrawn committed facilities of HK$4.0 billion to support all the refinancing needs in 2024 and 2025. Amid the challenging macroeconomic environment, distributable income of the Trust decreased by 11.9% to HK$544 million and distribution per unit (“DPU”) declined by 12.7% to HK$0.0809.Three Garden RoadThe occupancy of Three Garden Road remained resilient despite the abundant supply in the market.  We observed more enquiries from asset management firms and family offices, and managed to secure some new small-sized tenants during the reporting period. Occupancy stood at 82.3% as at 30 June 2024. Rental income decreased by 9.0% to HK$571 million (2023: HK$627 million) as a result of negative rental reversion in the first half of the year.  Langham Place Office TowerLangham Place Office Tower continues to be a lifestyle and wellness hub with lifestyle tenants occupying 69% of the area as at 30 June 2024. As the recovery of mainland medical beauty tourism after the pandemic was slower than expected, some beauty and medical tenants scaled down their operations. Occupancy was 87.1% as at 30 June 2024. Rental income decreased by 4.5% to HK$166 million (2023: HK$174 million).Langham Place MallLangham Place Mall continued to outperform the overall Hong Kong retail market in the reporting period. While Hong Kong retail sales declined by 6.6% in the first half of the year, tenants’ sales of the mall increased by 2.3%. The beauty segment continued to be the growth driver. Occupancy of the mall returned to full occupancy as at 30 June 2024. Rental income improved to HK$378 million (2023: HK$366 million).DistributionDistributable income of the Trust dropped 11.9% to HK$544 million (2023: HK$617 million) and DPU dropped 12.7% to HK$0.0809 (2023: HK$0.0927). Based on the closing unit price of HK$1.57 recorded as at 28 June 2024, the total DPU represented an annualised distribution yield of 10.3%.Asset ValueThe appraised value of the Trust’s property portfolio was HK$61.4 billion as at 30 June 2024, declining by 2.5% from HK$62.9 billion as at 31 December 2023.Sustainability We continue to advance our commitment to sustainable practices across our properties and value chain. Three Garden Road has become Hong Kong’s first existing building conferred with the prestigious “Quadruple Platinum” after achieving the Platinum certification of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4.1 and the Platinum certification of WiredScore v3.1. We also continued to strengthen strategic partnerships with tenants and stakeholders. A key initiative was the ESG Week held in this July which featured a diverse range of impactful activities in collaboration with over 20 partners and organisations.OutlookWhile the market generally expects interest rate cuts to start in the second half of 2024, it remains uncertain about the degree of the adjustment. The global economy outlook is also clouded by geopolitical tensions and policy risks. For the office portfolio, we will stay flexible in our leasing strategy to tailor to the requirements of tenants. We will also continue to refine the tenant mix of Langham Place Mall and recruit first-in-Hong Kong brands to strengthen the appeal to both local consumers and tourists. We will stay agile and flexible in response to the market dynamics.Photo 1 - (Left)Ms. Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer & (Right) Ms. Amy Luk, Investment and Investor Relations DirectorPhoto 2 - Ms. Christina Hau, Chief Executive OfficerAbout Champion REIT (stock code: 2778)Champion Real Estate Investment Trust is a trust formed to own and invest in income- producing office and retail properties. The Trust focuses on Grade A commercial properties in prime locations. It currently offers investors direct exposure to nearly 3 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail floor area. These include two Hong Kong landmark properties, Three Garden Road and Langham Place, as well as a joint venture stake in 66 Shoe Lane in Central London. The Trust was awarded the top five-star rating by the Global Real Estate Sustainability Standard (GRESB) in 2023.Website: www.championreit.comFor press enquiries:Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeTel: 2864 4834Email: vicky.lee@sprg.com.hkCynthia Ng    Tel: 2114 4952Email: cynthia.ng@sprg.com.hkTheresa OuyangTel: 2864 4848Email: theresa.ouyang@sprg.com.hkWebsite: www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SAP announces the grand opening of its "Business AI Experience Center" located at its Hong Kong office. The center aims to showcase the cutting-edge capabilities of integrated Business AI in driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and boosting business growth through live use cases and success stories. It is designed to guide enterprises from understanding AI to practical implementation, enabling them to achieve digital transformation, and therefore fully explore the unlimited possibilities brought by Business AI.SAP announces the grand opening of its "Business AI Experience Center"located at its Hong Kong office.Esmond Tong, Managing Director of SAP Hong Kong and Macau, said, " With the Business AI Experience Center, SAP aims to create a platform for enterprises and partners to exchange ideas and gain valuable insights that will enhance their agility and creativity. Enterprises can harness SAP's cloud platform to unlock AI's potential and achieve business benefits. With over 50 years of extensive expertise, SAP offers cloud solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across industries, regardless of size or development stage, helping them accelerate business growth and development."Esmond Tong, Managing Director of SAP Hong Kong and MacauEarlier this year, SAP announced the full integration of business AI into its cloud portfolios and the gradual rollout of the generative AI copilot, Joule, across the company’s solution portfolio. This initiative is expected to enhance business functions and improve enterprise performance, with Joule managing 80% of the most frequently used tasks. This will make 300 million end users of SAP products 20% more productive, while significantly improving work quality. Meanwhile, SAP is deepening its collaboration with global strategic partners such as Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, and NVIDIA to advance the enterprise application of generative AI.The Business AI Experience Center features four live demonstration scenarios. These allow customers to explore innovative applications of SAP Business AI technology being seamlessly integrated into sales, talent management, and marketing processes.- Joule in ERP: Automates and manages sales orders and related processes, significantly enhancing the performance of sales operations.- Just Ask: A conversational AI analysis tool that provides deep sales insights, empowering businesses to make data-driven decisions and drive sales performance.- Talent Writing Assistant: A generative AI tool that helps managers with performance review, talent management, and compensation processes, streamlining HR operations and improving manager effectiveness.- Joule in Customer Experience: Enhances customer engagement and satisfaction through social media posting and exploratory questions, boosting marketing efforts and brand visibility.The "Business AI Experience Center" is now available for visits by appointment. For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact the SAP Hong Kong sales team at +852 2150 2799.Image Download: https://bit.ly/4dP4a7m###About SAPAs a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, SAP stands at the nexus of business and technology. For over 50 years, organizations have trusted SAP to bring out their best by uniting business-critical operations spanning finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience. In 2023, SAP was honored for the eighth time with the "Best Workplace in Greater China" award by Great Place to Work. For more information, visit https://www.sap.com/hk‚For media enquiries, please contact:Strategic Public Relations Group (SPRG):Andico Tsuiandico.tsui@sprg.com.hk+852 2114 4346 / 6902 3831Vincent Ipvincent.ip@sprg.com.hk+852 2114 4341 / 5498 9705 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Aug 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DreamFolks, India's largest airport services aggregator, is proud to announce its strategic expansion into the Southeast Asian market. This milestone marks a significant step in DreamFolks' mission to redefine travel experiences on a global scale.Over the past 12 years, DreamFolks has revolutionized the airport services industry in India by offering a comprehensive suite of premium services through its proprietary technology platform. The company dominates the Indian domestic lounge access market for debit and credit card programs, boasting an impressive 90% market share and partnerships with most major banks and card networks in the country. The Company went public in September’22 with listings on Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE).DreamFolks' success stems from its cutting-edge in-house technology, which empowers banks and card networks to significantly enhance their card value propositions. This technology helps boost sales, drives loyalty and optimizes cost for these financial institutions. This tech-driven approach has been key to DreamFolks' success in India and will continue to fuel its expansion into other geographies.The company's global footprint now extends to over 3000 touchpoints across more than 100 countries and 500+ cities, serving millions of travellers annually. This extensive network positions DreamFolks uniquely to offer unparalleled service to its clients and their customers in the new markets.Building on its success in the Indian market, DreamFolks is now poised to bring its innovative service aggregation model to the Southeast Asian market with services like airport and railway lounges, e-SIM: travel SIM cards, meet and assist services, airport transfers, golf privileges and more to their customers.As part of this expansion, DreamFolks has established a regional office in Singapore, demonstrating its commitment to the market. The company has also bolstered its leadership team by on-boarding, Adib Kangda, Senior Vice President – International Markets, a seasoned professional with extensive knowledge of the local market dynamics.Liberatha Kallat, Chairperson and Managing Director of DreamFolks, commented on the expansion and said, "Our expansion into Southeast Asia marks a significant milestone in DreamFolks' journey. We're not just entering new markets; we're bringing our vision of seamless, technology-driven travel experiences to one of the world's most dynamic regions. This area represents immense opportunities for growth and innovation in the travel sector. With our proven track record in India, we're confident that our unique service aggregation model will resonate strongly with banks, card networks and enterprises across the region. By entering the Southeast Asian market, we will introduce market-first card innovations, and significantly save costs for our clients. Our focus is on delivering tangible benefits for our clients, ensuring they experience enhanced value and efficiency."This expansion is expected to benefit both clients and travellers in the region. By offering its advanced technology solutions, DreamFolks aims to help banks, card networks and enterprises optimise their offerings, enhance customer loyalty, and streamline operations. For travellers, this means access to a broader range of premium services and a more seamless travel experience. This expansion not only marks a new chapter in DreamFolks' journey but also promises to elevate the standards of travel services across the region.About DreamFolksDreamFolks is a leading travel & lifestyle services aggregator and provides an in-house technology platform that allows its clients such as Banks, Card Networks, Airlines, OTAs, and Enterprises to create custom offerings for their end consumers. DreamFolks today manages the lounge and other benefits for most of the top Banks in India and enjoys a market share of over 90% in the domestic lounge access market for India-issued debit and credit programs. The company went public in Sep ’22 with listings on both BSE and NSE and has a global footprint extending to 3,000+ touchpoints in 100+ countries, across the world.For more information, please visit our website (www.dreamfolks.com) or contact our media relations team.Contact Information: dreamfolks@adfactorspr.comNamrata Sharma – Namrata.sharma@adfactorspr.com  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.