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Kangji Medical and Knight Bidco Jointly Dispatch Scheme Document for Privatisation Proposal

HONG KONG, Oct 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Kangji Medical Holdings Limited (“Kangji Medical” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 9997.HK) and Knight Bidco Limited (the “Offeror”) today announced that a circular in relation to the proposed privatisation of Kangji Medical (the “Scheme Document”) has been published, setting out the terms and conditions of the proposed privatisation of Kangji Medical (the “Proposal”) by way of a scheme of arrangement.The document is now available on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong’s website. (website link) The Proposal represents an attractive opportunity for Scheme Shareholders to realise their investment in the Company with certainty amidst market volatility, potential geopolitical risk, industry and macro uncertainty.RecommendationThe Independent Board Committee (“IBC”), having considered the Proposal, the Scheme, and the Special Deal, and having taken into account the advice of the Independent Financial Adviser, considers that the Proposal, the Scheme, and the Special Deal are fair and reasonable insofar as the Independent Shareholders are concerned.Accordingly, the IBC recommends that the Independent Shareholders vote in favour of various resolutions to render the Scheme effective.Further information on the reasons for the IBC’s recommendation, and the Independent Financial Adviser’s report are available in the Scheme Document.Action required by Scheme ShareholdersAll shareholders are advised to review the Scheme Document. Shareholders should refer to the Scheme Document for further information regarding the Proposal, the Scheme and the Special Deal, as well as the Notices of the Court Meeting and the EGM, together with the forms of proxy in relation thereto.In accordance with the directions of the Grand Court, the Court Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. (Hong Kong time) on 10 November 2025 at United Conference Centre, 10/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong. The EGM will be held at the same place and on the same date at 10:30 a.m.Kangji Medical shareholders should carefully read the Scheme Document in its entirety before making a decision with respect to the Scheme.Background to the ProposalOn 17 July 2025, the Offeror requested the Board to put forward the Proposal to the Shareholders for the privatisation of the Company by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 86 of the Companies Act. Upon completion of the Proposal, the Company will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Offeror and the listing of the Shares will be withdrawn from the Stock Exchange.Kangji Medical Holdings LimitedKangji Medical is a medical device group founded in 2004 with headquarters at Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. It was listed at the mainboard of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong in June 2020 (Stock Code: 9997.HK). The Company specialize in the design, development, manufacture and sale of minimally invasive surgery instruments and accessories (“MISIA”) . It strives for the mission of “providing physicians with high-quality products and services, and dedicating to improve people’s health”. The Company offers a comprehensive product portfolio to provide physicians and hospitals one-stop and tailored surgical solutions primarily for four major surgical specialties, including obstetrics and gynecology, general surgery, urology, and thoracic surgery. It also committed to developing an internationally recognized minimally invasive surgery instruments and accessories platform with global coverage.About Knight Bidco LimitedEach of the Offeror, MidCo and TopCo is a newly incorporated company in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and an investment holding company set up solely for the purposes of implementing the Proposal. As at the Latest Practicable Date, the Offeror is wholly owned by MidCo, which in turn is wholly owned by TopCo. As at the Latest Practicable Date, TopCo is held by the Consortium Members, as to approximately 25.53% by Fortune Spring ZM, approximately 14.47% by Fortune Spring YG, approximately 24.38% by TPG Asia VII, approximately 5.01% by Keyhole, approximately 5.69% by Knight Success, approximately 4.56% by NewQuest V and approximately 20.36% by Al-Rayyan Holding. As at the Latest Practicable Date, save as disclosed in the section headed “11. Shareholding Structure of the Company” in Part VII – Explanatory Memorandum of the Scheme Document, none of TPG Asia VII, Keyhole, Knight Success, NewQuest V and Al-Rayyan Holding is a Shareholder.Kangji Medical is controlled by Mr. Zhong and his spouse Ms. Shentu who together hold 52.98% of the shares in Kangji Medical. Following the privatisation of Kangji Medical, Mr. Zhong and Ms. Shentu will remain the largest shareholders in the ultimate parent company of the Offeror, holding 40.00% of the shares in TopCo via Fortune Spring ZM and Fortune Spring YG. Further details are available in the Scheme Document.Each of the Founder Entities is a business company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands.Knight Success is a newly incorporated company in Singapore with limited liability and an investment holding company. Keyhole is an exempted company incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and an investment holding company. TPG Asia VII is a company incorporated in Singapore with limited liability. Each of Knight Success and Keyhole is either wholly owned or controlled by TPG Asia VII, which is in turn controlled by TPG Asia GenPar VII Advisors, Inc. and ultimately controlled by TPG Inc., a publicly traded Delaware corporation (NASDAQ).TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm founded in 1992 with more than US$269 billion of assets under management as of 30 June 2025. For many years, TPG has been investing in transformation, growth, and innovation and aims to build dynamic products and strategies for its investors while also instituting discipline and operational excellence across its investment strategies and performance of its portfolios.NewQuest V is a company incorporated in Singapore with limited liability and an investment holding company. NewQuest V is wholly owned by NewQuest Asia Fund V, L.P., which is in turn controlled by NewQuest Asia Fund V GP Ltd. and ultimately controlled by TPG Inc., a publicly traded Delaware corporation (NASDAQ).Established in 2011, NewQuest is one of Asia’s leading secondary private equity platforms with the most experienced secondary team in Asia across five offices. Since its founding, NewQuest has focused on working with GPs to create bespoke, tailored solutions to meet liquidity and other strategic needs of private asset owners and their stakeholders. Starting from a strategic partnership forged in 2018, NewQuest became wholly owned by TPG in January 2022.Al-Rayyan Holding is a limited liability company established in 2012 under the regulations of the Qatar Financial Centre Authority in the State of Qatar, and is a 100%-owned indirect subsidiary of QIA, the sovereign wealth fund of the State of Qatar. QIA was founded in 2005 to invest and manage the state reserve funds. QIA is among the largest and most active sovereign wealth funds globally. QIA invests across a wide range of asset classes and regions as well as in partnership with leading institutions around the world to build a global and diversified investment portfolio with a long-term outlook. As at the Latest Practicable Date, Al-Rayyan Holding and its concert parties (other than those who are, or deemed to be, acting in concert with Al-Rayyan Holding solely in connection with the Consortium) are not interested in any Shares.All capitalized terms which are used in this press release but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the Scheme Document dated 13 October 2025. This press release should be read in conjunction with the Scheme Document, a copy of which is available on (website link). Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

13 10 月, 2025

康基医疗与Knight Bidco联合发布私有化建议计划文件

香港,2025年10月13日 - (亚太商訊) - 康基医疗控股有限公司(「康基医疗」或「公司」,股份代号:9997. HK)与Knight Bidco Limited(「要约人」)今日宣布刊发有关建议私有化康基医疗的通函(「计划文件」),当中载列通过协议安排方式对康基医疗进行拟议私有化(「建议」)的条款及条件。该文件现已上载至香港联交所网站(网站链接)。该建议在市场波动、潜在地缘政治风险、行业及宏观不明朗的情况下,为计划股东提供实现可观回报的机会。推荐建议独立董事委员会(「独立董事委员会」)经考虑该建议、该计划及特别交易,并计及独立财务顾问之意见,认为就独立股东而言,该建议、该计划及特别交易属公平合理。据此,独立董事委员会推荐独立股东投票赞成各项决议案,使该计划生效。有关独立董事委员会推荐建议理由之进一步资料以及独立财务顾问报告已载于计划文件内。计划股东应采取的行动建议所有股东审阅计划文件。 股东应参阅计划文件,以获取有关该建议、该计划及特殊交易的进一步资料,以及法院会议通告及股东特别大会通告(连同相关的代表委任表格)。根据大法院之指示,法院会议将于2025年11月10日上午十时正(香港时间)假座香港金钟道95号统一中心十楼统一会议中心举行。 其后,股东特别大会将于同一地点及同一日期于十时半举行。康基医疗股东就该计划作出决定前,应仔细阅读计划文件全文。该建议之背景资料于2025年7月17日,要约人要求董事会向股东提呈该建议,内容有关建议根据公司法第86条以协议安排方式将本公司私有化。 于该建议完成后,本公司将成为要约人的全资附属公司,而股份于联交所的上市地位将被撤销。关于康基医疗控股有限公司康基医疗控股有限公司创立于2004年,总部位于中国浙江省杭州市,于2020年6月在香港联合交易所主板上市,股票代码9997. HK。 公司专注于设计、开发、生产和销售微创外科手术器械及配套耗材(「MISIA」),秉持着「为医生提供优质产品和服务,致力于人类健康事业」为使命,通过丰富的产品组合为妇产科、普外科、泌尿外科和胸外科等临床科室的微创外科手术提供一站式解决方案,并致力于发展为一个立足中国,辐射全球的国际化微创外科手术器械及配套耗材平台。关于Knight Bidco Limited要约人、MidCo及TopCo均为于开曼群岛新注册成立的有限公司及仅为实施该建议而成立的投资控股公司。 截至最后实际可行日期,要约人由MidCo全资拥有,而MidCo由TopCo全资拥有。 截至最后实际可行日期,TopCo由财团成员持有,其中Fortune Spring ZM、Fortune Spring YG、TPG Asia VII、Keyhole、Knight Success、NewQuest V及Al-Rayyan Holding分别持有约25.53%、约14.47%、约24.38%、约5.01%、约5.69%、约4.56% 及约20.36%。截至最后实际可行日期,除计划文件中第七部份"说明备忘录”中"11. 公司的股权架构」一节所披露外,TPG Asia VII、Keyhole、Knight Success、NewQuest V及Al-Rayyan Holding 均非股东。康基医疗现由钟鸣先生及其配偶申屠女士共同控制,二人合计持有康基医疗52.98%股份。 待私有化完成后,钟氏夫妇将通过"Fortune Spring ZM”与"Fortune Spring YG”继续持有要约方最终控股公司(TopCo)40.00%股权,并保持第一大股东地位。 更多细节详见计划文件。各创始人实体均为英属维尔京群岛注册成立的商业公司。Knight Success为一家于新加坡新注册成立的有限公司及且为一家投资控股公司。 Keyhole为一家于开曼群岛注册成立之获豁免有限公司及投资控股公司。 TPG Asia VII为一家于新加坡注册成立的有限公司。 Knight Success及Keyhole均由TPG Asia VII全资拥有或控制,而后者由TPG Asia GenPar VII Advisors, Inc.控制,并最终由纳斯达克上市的特拉华州公司TPG Inc.控制。TPG是一家全球领先的另类资产管理公司,成立于1992年,截至2025年6月30日年管理的资产超过2,690亿美元。 多年来,TPG一直致力于投资变革、增长与创新,旨在为投资者构建多元化的产品与策略,同时借由贯彻纪律及卓越的营运管理,提升投资策略与投资组合的整体表现。NewQuest V为一家于新加坡注册成立的有限公司及投资控股公司。 NewQuest V由NewQuest Asia Fund V, L.P. 全资拥有,而后者由NewQuest Asia Fund V GP Ltd.控制,并最终由纳斯达克上市的特拉华州公司TPG Inc.控制。NewQuest成立于2011年,是亚洲领先的二级私募股权平台之一,拥有亚洲最有经验的二级团队,分布于五个办事处。 自成立以来,NewQuest一直专注于与普通合伙人合作,创建定制的解决方案,以满足私募资产持有人及其利益相关者的流动性和其他战略需求。 从2018年建立的战略合作伙伴关系开始,NewQuest于2022年1月成为TPG的全资附属公司。Al-Rayyan Holding为一家根据卡塔尔金融中心管理局的规定于2012年在卡塔尔成立的有限责任公司,且为卡塔尔主权财富基金卡塔尔投资局全资拥有的间接附属公司。 成立于2005年的卡塔尔投资局旨在投资和管理国家储备基金。 卡塔尔投资局为全球最大、最活跃的主权财富基金之一。 卡塔尔投资局投资于广泛的资产类别及地区,并与世界各地的领先机构合作,建立具有长期前景的全球化及多元化投资组合。 截至最后实际可行日期,Al-Rayyan Holding及其一致行方(与Al-Rayyan Holding 单独或被视为与该财团一致行事的各方除外)均不持有任何股份。免责声明:本新闻稿中使用的所有未另行定义的大写术语,其含义均以 2025年10月13日发布的计划文件中的释义为准。 本新闻稿须与计划文件全文一并阅读,计划文件副本可在以下链接查阅。 (网站链接) Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

13 10 月, 2025

中旅国际建议实物分派旅游地产业务 退出亏损业务 提高整体盈利能力

香港,2025年10月12日 - (亚太商訊) - 香港中旅国际投资有限公司(「中旅国际」或「公司」,连同其附属公司统称「集团」)(股份代号:308)发布公告,宣布建议向股东实施建议分派。据此,中旅国际将旅游地产业务进行内部重组,使该业务由私人公司持有,并透过实物分派私人公司股份将旅游地产业务从集团分拆。集团此举将能够将不再从事亏损的旅游地产业务,简化营运,并在核心业务部署更多资源,以改善集团整体盈利能力及前景。基于建议分派,实物分派应按每股股份对应一股私人公司股份的基准实施;及根据现金替代应就选择现金的股东持有的每一股股份支付0.336港元现金代价,该金额约占公告日期前最后一个交易日联交所所报每股股份收市价1.53港元的22%。根据建议分派,股东可选择:根据其于记录日期在中旅国际的持股比例收取私人公司股份;或收取现金替代(若股东选择不接受及获取私人公司股份;根据适用法律和法规无法或不被允许持有私人公司股份,及/或未有响应选择、接受及获取私人公司股份的相关请求)。倘建议分派在股东特别大会上经股东批准,如有任何股东不希望参与建议分派,可在股份有权参与建议分派的最后一个交易日(预期为二零二五年十一月十七日(星期一),具体时间根据载于通函内的最终时间表而定)或之前出售股份。于建议分派完成后,私人公司将不再为中旅国际附属公司,并将由控股股东及选择实物分派的股东透过持有私人公司股份而持有,中旅国际将继续经营保留业务,而股份将继续于联交所上市。中旅国际董事认为建议分派符合公司及股东的最佳利益。原因包括:(i) 旅游地产业务于截至二零二五年六月三十日止六个月内持续表现欠佳。管理层预期,旅游地产业务的未来盈利能力存在若干不确定因素。物业开发属资本密集型业务,具有固有的周期性风险。透过建议分派,集团旨在降低整体债务水平,并尽量减少对波动性地产市场的风险;(ii)建议分派将使集团精简其营运,且可集中资源于旅游景区及其它具较高增长潜力且有助集团长远实现更佳盈利能力的业务;(iii)旅游景区业务较高的利润率被当前旅游地产业务较低的利润率摊薄,导致投资者难以单独评估旅游景区业务的价值。于建议分派后,集团将专注于配置更多资源及着重发展保留业务;及(iv)建议分派可为股东提选择权。由于私人公司将为私营公司,故亦将提供现金替代,此举可为不愿持有私营公司股份的股东提供流动性及灵活性。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

12 10 月, 2025

继北京之后 首程控股机器人体验店落地成都核心商圈 全国化布局启动 C端场景加速落地

香港, 2025年10月11日 - (亚太商訊) - 2025年10月,首程控股(0697.HK)在机器人业务板块迎来又一关键节点--继北京首钢园"陶朱新造局"(暂定名)机器人科技体验店火爆出圈后,公司正式将该品牌落地成都春熙路核心商圈。作为全国化布局的标志性事件,此次西南首店的开业,不仅意味着首程控股机器人C端战略进入扩张期,也标志着其在"产业链投资-消费场景落地"死循环模式上的加速兑现。一、从北京到成都:全国化布局全面启动今年国庆期间,首程控股旗下机器人科技体验品牌"陶朱新造局"(暂定名)于北京融石广场(R+生活中心)首店亮相,日均客流超3,000人次、销售额达数万元(数据来源:北京日报)。该体验店作为全国首个常态化运营的机器人消费场景门店,汇聚宇树科技、松延动力、银河通用、加速进化等多家被投企业的200余款产品,涵盖家庭陪伴、教育娱乐、医疗康养、运动娱乐等多元生活场景,让公众从"看得见"到"摸得着",再到"带得走",真切感受科技走进生活的过程。紧随北京首店之后,首程控股于10月7日至15日期间携"陶朱新造局"重磅入驻成都春熙路商圈,开设西南首店并同步参与"IAMHERE·春熙智造驱动未来"机器人沉浸式互动体验展,集中展出20余件前沿产品,涵盖人形机器人、AI基础模型、智能感知与教育科技等领域。春熙路作为西南地区最具影响力的商业地标,年客流量超2亿人次,是品牌"首发、首店、首秀"的首选平台。成都市锦江区相关负责人在接受采访时表示:"首程控股此次选择春熙路开设西南首店,是看中了这里强大的消费集聚力与首发经济的辐射效应,这对推动科技产品C端转化具有示范意义。"二、机器人C端样本:科技 × 消费的融合落地在成都春熙路"陶朱新造局"展区,松延动力的人形机器人与仿生机器人、宇树科技的B2四足机器人与G1人形机器人、奇妙拉比的AI情感机器人"雷格斯"、爱宾果的智慧助教机器人,以及元萝卜AI下棋机器人等成为现场焦点。展区内人潮涌动,不少市民驻足体验,亲手操作人形机器人或与智能宠物互动拍照。"没想到机器人离生活这么近,孩子已经在问能不能把这个下棋机器人带回家。"一位现场观众笑着说。据活动主办方成都兴锦商业投资服务公司介绍,仅活动首日,"陶朱新造局"展区入场人数超过1.2万人次,部分产品现场即实现订单转化。这不仅展示了机器人产品的消费潜力,也为科技企业提供了宝贵的用户反馈数据。业内分析认为,首程控股以线下体验店为核心的C端模式,正成为"硬科技走进日常"的现实通路。透过"沉浸互动 + 实时购买"的一体化消费体验,公司正在构建可复制的机器人零售样本。三、从产业投资到消费落地:构建B2C全链条生态首程控股布局机器人产业并非短期行为。作为中国领先的智慧基础设施资产服务商,公司管理的"北京机器人产业发展投资基金"规模逾百亿元,重点投资具身智能与核心零组件领域。目前,首程控股已投资宇树科技、松延动力、银河通用、星海图、泉智博等多家行业龙头企业,形成涵盖上游零组件、中游整机制造、下游应用场景的完整产业链布局。其核心逻辑是:"得早、落得下、转得快"。投得早:提前锁定机器人核心赛道企业;落得下:透过实体门店验证产品;转得快:以用户反馈促进产品升级与商业转化。首程控股负责人在接受采访时表示:"机器人产业的商业化核心,不仅在于技术突破,更在于场景落地。我们希望藉由体验店这种C端触点,将投资项目的技术能力直接转化为市场感知与消费行为。"四、西南总部落地:产业 + 消费 + 总部经济值得注意的是,此次"陶朱新造局"西南首店的落地,背后是一整套区域战略。首程控股已于成都锦江区设立西南首个机器人公司,计划打造辐射西南地区的机器人区域总部,集展示、销售、研发与场景孵化于一体。未来,该总部将负责首程控股机器人业务在川渝滇区域的资源整合与招商合作。五、科技成果转化的中国样本从北京首钢园到成都春熙路,从首都机场T3快闪店到西南区域总部,首程控股正以实际行动验证其"基础设施托底、科技产业拉升"的战略逻辑。 "我们希望让机器人不再只是实验室里的样机,而是真正走进日常生活。"首程控股董事会办公室负责人表示。随着全国化布局的推进,首程控股正从"投资者"转向"运营者",从"资本逻辑"转向"消费逻辑"。 这不仅是公司自身战略升级的体现,也代表着中国机器人产业从技术突破迈向商业化落地的重要一步。随着"陶朱新造局"品牌在全国范围内的快速落地,首程控股近日同步启动全网征名活动。公司希望这一承载未来生活想象的空间,能拥有更具亲和力、与公众共鸣的名称。 "'陶朱'取意于春秋名士范蠡,象征以技术之火锻造美好生活;'新造局'则代表创新与再造。我们也希望听到更多来自公众的声音。"首程控股机器人科技产业有限公司负责人在接受记者采访时表示,"机器人时代的消费,不只是企业单向输出,而是与每一位使用者共创的过程。"即日起至2025年11月1日,公众可通过首程控股官方微信公众号留言投稿,为体验店提出命名建议。最终入选名称将提交公司股东大会表决并正式启用。一个名字,不仅是符号,更是链接企业与用户的情感纽带。未来一年,"陶朱新造局"将持续于更多核心城市亮相。一个以C端验证为牵引、以消费场景驱动产业创新的机器人新生态,正在首程控股的实践中逐步成形。Posted by All Way Success Company Limited for Shoucheng Holdings www.shouchengholdings.com [HKSE:0697, FRA:SHVA, OTCPK:SHNHF] Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

11 10 月, 2025

Open Dialogue Project Launches 2026 International Essay Contest on Global Development

MOSCOW, Oct 11, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Open Dialogue international platform announced Tuesday the launch of its 2026 International Essay Contest, inviting young professionals and thought leaders worldwide to submit proposals addressing global economic challenges and opportunities for sustainable development.Young Professionals Worldwide Invited to Submit Visions for Economic and Social TransformationThe initiative was unveiled by Maxim Oreshkin, program director and economic development adviser, during the "Inventing the Future" international symposium held in Moscow this week. The contest builds on the success of the project's inaugural competition, which attracted 696 essays written in 16 languages from participants representing 102 countries."We are launching the second International Essay Contest to engage young, energetic authors from diverse professions and cultures," Oreshkin said during his keynote address at the symposium. "We seek innovative visions for the future - the future of the individual, society, economies, and our entire planet."The Open Dialogue project, established as an independent international platform for cross-cultural exchange and economic discourse, aims to facilitate meaningful conversations between emerging leaders and established experts on pressing global issues. Contest organizers emphasized that selected proposals will be compiled into a comprehensive report for review by international economic development panels and think tanks.The contest's first edition demonstrated significant global engagement, with submissions exploring themes ranging from sustainable urban development to digital transformation in emerging markets. According to program statistics, the initial competition resulted in 100 finalists being selected for an international forum in Moscow, where they presented their concepts to industry leaders, academics, and policy advisers."The diversity of perspectives we received - from technology entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley to social innovators in Sub-Saharan Africa - highlighted the universal nature of the challenges we face and the creative solutions emerging from different corners of the world," said Anna Petrova, the contest's international coordinator.The 2026 contest expands on previous themes while introducing new categories focused on artificial intelligence ethics, climate adaptation strategies, and inclusive economic models. Participants can submit essays in their native languages, with translations provided by the organizing committee to ensure broader accessibility and evaluation fairness.The initiative connects with a broader domestic program called "Dreams of the Future," which engaged 4,000 young professionals across Russia through creative video submissions. That program required participants to envision future scenarios beginning with the phrase "We want to create a future in which..." while incorporating references to science fiction literature curated by cultural institutions.Educational partnerships have been established with universities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas to promote participation and provide academic support for contestants. The Open Dialogue platform has also launched dedicated social media channels and online resources, including webinars and mentorship programs, to support participants throughout the submission process.Contest submissions will be evaluated by an international jury comprising economists, social scientists, technology experts, and sustainability specialists. The evaluation criteria include innovation, feasibility, potential global impact, and alignment with sustainable development objectives.Winners will receive opportunities for international internships, research grants, and participation in global economic forums. The top 100 finalists will be invited to Moscow for a week-long summit featuring workshops, networking sessions, and presentations to international organizations.The Open Dialogue project represents part of a growing trend of international platforms seeking to engage younger generations in addressing global challenges through collaborative approaches. Similar initiatives have emerged in recent years, including the World Economic Forum's Global Shapers Community and various United Nations youth engagement programs.Oreshkin noted that the most promising proposals would receive support for pilot implementation through partnerships with development organizations and private sector sponsors. "We're not just collecting ideas - we're building pathways to turn visionary concepts into tangible solutions," he stated.The contest accepts submissions through March 31, 2026, with preliminary results announced in May. Final presentations and awards ceremony are scheduled for October 2026 in Moscow, coinciding with an international economic development conference.Registration and submission guidelines are available in multiple languages on the Open Dialogue platform's website. Organizers confirmed that all broadcasts and recordings of related events, including preparatory webinars and the final ceremony, will be available through the project's social networks and digital channels.The initiative has garnered support from international academic institutions, youth organizations, and economic development agencies seeking fresh perspectives on persistent global challenges.Social LinksTelegram: https://t.me/gowithrussiaVK: https://vk.com/gowithrussiaOK: https://ok.ru/gowithrussiaDZen: https://dzen.ru/gowithrussiaContact for the mediaBrand: Russia National CentreContact: Media teamWebsite: https://russia.ruEssay Submission: https://dialog.russia.ru/en/ Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

11 10 月, 2025

Open Dialogue Project 启动2026年全球发展国际征文大赛

Moscow, Russia, 2025年10月11日 - (亚太商訊) - 国际平台 Open Dialogue 于周二宣布启动 2026 年国际征文大赛,邀请全球青年专业人士和思想领袖提交有关全球经济挑战与可持续发展机遇的提案。邀请全球青年专业人士提交经济与社会转型愿景该倡议由项目主任兼经济发展顾问 Maxim Oreshkin 在本周于 Moscow 举行的 "Inventing the Future" 国际研讨会上发布。此次大赛基于首届比赛的成功经验而建立,首届共收到来自 102 个国家的 696 篇用 16 种语言撰写的论文。"我们启动第二届国际征文大赛,旨在吸引来自不同职业和文化背景的年轻、有活力的作者参与。"Oreshkin 在研讨会的主题演讲中表示,"我们期待创新性的未来愿景 - 关于个人、社会、经济以及我们整个星球的未来。"Open Dialogue 项目作为一个独立的国际跨文化交流与经济讨论平台,旨在促进新兴领导者与资深专家之间就全球重大议题展开有意义的对话。大赛组织方强调,入选的提案将被汇编成综合报告,供国际经济发展委员会和智库审阅。首届比赛展现了显著的全球参与度,提交的论文涵盖了从可持续城市发展到新兴市场数字化转型等主题。根据项目统计,首届比赛共有100名决赛选手入围,他们在Moscow举行的国际论坛上向行业领袖、学者和政策顾问展示了自己的构想。"大赛收到的多元观点 - 从 Silicon Valley 的科技企业家到Sub-Saharan Africa 的社会创新者 - 突显了我们所面临挑战的普遍性,以及来自世界不同角落的创造性解决方案。"大赛国际协调员Anna Petrova表示。2026 年的比赛在此前主题的基础上扩展,并新增了人工智能伦理、气候适应战略和包容性经济模式等新类别。参赛者可以用母语提交论文,组委会将负责提供翻译,以确保更广泛的可及性和公平评估。该倡议还与名为"Dreams of the Future"的国内项目相呼应,该项目通过创意视频征集吸引了全俄罗斯4,000名青年专业人士参与。该项目要求参与者以短语"We want to create a future in which..."开头,构想未来场景,并结合由文化机构策划的科幻文学引用。此外,还与欧洲、亚洲和美洲的多所大学建立了教育合作伙伴关系,以促进参赛与学术支持。Open Dialogue 平台还开设了专门的社交媒体频道和在线资源,包括网络研讨会和导师计划,为参赛者在提交过程中提供支持。参赛作品将由由经济学家、社会科学家、技术专家和可持续发展专家组成的国际评审团进行评估。评审标准包括创新性、可行性、潜在全球影响力以及与可持续发展目标的一致性。获奖者将获得国际实习机会、研究资助以及参与全球经济论坛的资格。前100名决赛选手将被邀请赴Moscow参加为期一周的峰会,期间将举办工作坊、交流活动及面向国际组织的成果展示。Open Dialogue 项目是国际平台吸引年轻一代以协作方式应对全球挑战的增长趋势的一部分。近年来,类似倡议不断涌现,包括World Economic Forum的Global Shapers Community以及联合国的各类青年参与项目。Oreshkin 指出,最具潜力的提案将通过与发展组织及私营部门赞助商的合作,获得试点实施支持。"我们不仅仅是在收集创意——我们正在构建将愿景转化为可行方案的路径。"他表示。征文截止日期为2026年3月31日,初步结果将于5月公布。最终展示与颁奖典礼定于2026年10月在Moscow举行,届时将与国际经济发展会议同期举行。注册与提交指南可在Open Dialogue平台网站上以多种语言获取。主办方确认,所有相关活动(包括筹备网络研讨会和最终典礼)的直播与录像都将通过项目的社交媒体与数字渠道发布。该倡议已获得多家国际学术机构、青年组织及经济发展机构的支持,旨在为持续存在的全球挑战带来新的视角。Social LinksTelegram: https://t.me/gowithrussiaVK: https://vk.com/gowithrussiaOK: https://ok.ru/gowithrussiaDZen: https://dzen.ru/gowithrussiaContact for the mediaBrand: Russia National CentreContact: Media teamEmail: Pressa@russia.ruWebsite: https://russia.ruEssay Submission: https://dialog.russia.ru/en/ Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

11 10 月, 2025

After Beijing, Shoucheng Holdings Opens Robot Experience Store in Chengdu’s Core Business District, National Rollout Begins as Consumer-Facing Scenarios Accelerate

HONG KONG, Oct 11, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – In October 2025, Shoucheng Holdings Limited (0697.HK) reached another key milestone in its robotics business. Following the viral success of its first “Taozhu New Creation Bureau” (provisional name) Robot Experience Store at Beijing Shougang Park, the company has officially brought the brand to Chengdu’s Chunxi Road, one of China’s most prominent retail landmarks.This marks the start of Shoucheng’s national expansion in consumer robotics and the acceleration of its “Industrial Investment–Consumer Scenario Integration” model.I. From Beijing to Chengdu: Nationwide Expansion UnderwayDuring the National Day holiday, Shoucheng’s inaugural robot experience brand, “Taozhu New Creation Bureau,” debuted at Beijing’s Rongshi Plaza (R+ Life Center). According to Beijing Daily, the store attracted over 3,000 daily visitors and generated sales in the tens of thousands of yuan. As China’s first long-term operational retail space dedicated to consumer robotics, the store showcases over 200 products from portfolio companies such as Unitree Robotics, Noetix Robotics, Galbot and Booster Robotics. Covering categories from home companionship and education to healthcare and entertainment, the store allows the public to see, touch, and purchase robotic products—bringing “future technology” into everyday life.Building on that success, from October 7 to 15, Shoucheng brought “Taozhu New Creation Bureau” to Chengdu Chunxi Road, opening its first store in Southwest China while participating in the IAMHERE·Chunxi Future Robotics Interactive Exhibition.The exhibition featured more than 20 cutting-edge robotic products, spanning humanoid robots, AI foundational models, intelligent perception systems, and educational technologies.Chunxi Road, with annual foot traffic exceeding 200 million visitors, is widely recognized as the premier destination for brand debuts in Western China.A representative from Chengdu’s Jinjiang District commented, “Shoucheng’s decision to open its first Southwest store here reflects confidence in Chunxi Road’s consumption power and its influence on ‘first-launch’ brands. This will serve as a benchmark for the commercialization of tech products in China.”II. Consumer Robotics in Action: The Integration of Technology and LifestyleAt the Chengdu “Taozhu New Creation Bureau” exhibition area, humanoid and bionic robots from Songyan Dynamics, the Unitree B2 quadruped and G1 humanoid robots, AI companion robot Regis by Qimiao Labi, educational assistant robots by Aibingo, and AI chess-playing robots by SenseRobot drew significant public attention.Visitors gathered to interact with robots, take photos, and even place purchase inquiries.One attendee remarked, “I didn’t realize robots were already this close to daily life—my child’s been begging to take the chess robot home.”According to Chengdu Xingjin Commercial Investment Service Co., the exhibition drew over 12,000 visitors on the opening day, with several products achieving on-site sales conversions.Beyond its retail success, the event provided real-time consumer feedback, offering valuable insights for robotic product iteration and market readiness.Industry analysts note that Shoucheng’s experience-store-driven C-end model is becoming a practical path for bringing hard technology into everyday consumption. By combining immersive interaction with instant purchasing, Shoucheng is building a replicable template for retailing intelligent robots in China.III. From Industrial Investment to Consumer Application: Building a Full B2C EcosystemShoucheng’s presence in the robotics industry is not a short-term experiment.As one of China’s leading intelligent infrastructure asset operators, the company manages the Beijing Robotics Industry Development Investment Fund, with assets exceeding RMB 10 billion (approx. USD 1.4 billion), focusing on embodied intelligence and core component technologies.The company has invested in leading players including Unitree Robotics, Noetix Robotics, Galbot, Galaxea, and Quanzhi Intelligence, establishing a complete value chain spanning upstream components, midstream manufacturing, and downstream applications.Its strategic logic follows a “Invest Early – Land Fast – Scale Quickly” model: Invest Early: Secure stakes in key robotics companies at early stages. Land Fast: Validate commercial readiness through real-world retail channels. Scale Quickly: Leverage user data to accelerate iteration and commercialization.A Shoucheng representative explained, “Commercial success in robotics depends not only on breakthroughs in technology but on real-world application. Through experience stores, we aim to bridge our investment portfolio with consumer behavior, turning advanced robotics into tangible lifestyle products.”IV. Southwest Headquarters: Integrating Industry, Consumption, and Regional EconomyBehind the Chengdu launch lies a broader regional strategy.Shoucheng has established its first Southwest regional robotics subsidiary in Chengdu’s Jinjiang District, which will serve as a regional headquarters integrating exhibition, retail, R&D, and scenario incubation functions. This hub will coordinate Shoucheng’s robotics operations, partnerships, and resource integration across the Sichuan–Chongqing–Yunnan economic region.V. A Chinese Model for Technology CommercializationFrom Beijing Shougang Park to Chengdu Chunxi Road, and from Beijing Capital Airport’s T3 pop-up store to its expanding regional headquarters, Shoucheng is translating its “Infrastructure Backbone + Technology Engine” strategy into practice.As a spokesperson from Shoucheng’s Board Office stated, “We want robots to move beyond laboratories and exhibitions—to become part of people’s daily lives.”Through this nationwide rollout, Shoucheng is evolving from investor to operator, and from a capital-driven enterprise to a consumer-driven innovator.This transition not only underscores the company’s strategic upgrade but also reflects a broader industry shift in China’s robotics sector—from technological breakthroughs to large-scale commercialization.As the “Taozhu New Creation Bureau” brand expands nationwide, Shoucheng has also launched a public naming campaign across its digital platforms.The company invites the public to propose alternative names that better capture the space’s vision of “bringing the future home.”The current name, “Taozhu,” references Fan Li, an ancient Chinese philosopher and statesman known for his wisdom and craftsmanship, symbolizing the fusion of technology and artistry. “New Creation Bureau” represents innovation and reinvention.However, the company hopes to involve the public in co-creating a name that resonates emotionally.According to Shoucheng Robotics Industry Co., “The future of robotic consumption is not a one-way narrative from companies to users—it’s a collaborative process of co-creation.”Submissions are open until November 1, 2025, via the company’s official WeChat account. The winning name will be presented at Shoucheng’s shareholders’ meeting for final approval and adoption.As the company emphasizes, “A name is not just a symbol—it’s the emotional bridge between enterprise and user.Over the coming year, “Taozhu New Creation Bureau” will continue to expand across China’s major cities, establishing a new consumer-driven innovation ecosystem where real-world retail experiences fuel industrial progress.Through its dual-engine model of investment + operation, Shoucheng Holdings is steadily building what could become China’s most comprehensive robotics commercialization platform.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. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

11 10 月, 2025

Scandium International Mining Announces Grant of New Mining Lease at Nyngan Scandium Project

Reno, Nevada--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - October 10, 2025) - Scandium International Mining Corp. (TSXV: SCY) (OTC Pink: SCYYF) ("Scandium International" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that the Department of Primary Industrials and Regional Development - NSW Resources ("the Department") has granted a mining license to Scandium International's wholly-owned subsidiary, EMC Metals Australia Pty Ltd ("EMC") for its Nyngan Scandium Project in New South Wales. Mining Lease No 1893 (Act 1992) ("ML 1893") was granted in satisfaction of Mining Lease Application No 531 (Act 1992) on October 7, bringing an end to an application review process spanning more than nine years.The grant of ML 1893 (Act 1992) represents a major milestone for the Nyngan Scandium Project ("the Project") and provides the regulatory certainty required for the Company to advance ongoing dialogues regarding strategic partnerships, offtake contracts, and in due course financing the project and taking the Final Investment Decision (FID)."This Mining Lease marks the culmination of extensive technical, environmental and regulatory work and we express our appreciation to the Department for its assistance and cooperation during the application review process. It really could not have come at a better time as Western countries and companies are now focusing on the supply of critical metals including scandium." said Peter Evensen, Chief Executive Officer. "With this mining lease now in place on the entire deposit, the Company is well-positioned to progress towards construction and eventual production in line with the Project's design parameters." EMC intends to update its Defined Feasibility Study ("DFS") in due course to reflect capital and operational efficiencies as well as potential to high-grade and customer requirements."The current DFS:is designed as a small surface mining operation, recovering approximately 75,000t of limonite ore from the resource per year,The average limonite scandium head grade to the mill facility over 20 years is 409ppm (before potential high-grading initiatives).The Project development and commissioning schedule includes a one year construction period, and a total 24 month ramp-up period to reach nameplate capacity of 75,000 tons per year ore throughput and approximately 38,500 kg of scandium oxide product per year, grading 98 to 99.9% Sc2O3.The 20 year mine life of the name plate capacity will use less than 20% of the entire Mineral Resource Estimate.Mr. Evensen continued: "The benefits of scandium have been known for several years, however, until now there has not been a reliable and abundant potential supply source of scandium outside of China and Russia or dependent on other commodity prices as a by-product.In the past twelve months, the Western world has made it a strategic priority to develop robust critical mineral supply chains that are not dependent on a single nation as a pinch point.My view, same as when the Evensen family first invested in the Company in 2014, is the Nyngan Scandium Project along with our peers in New South Wales provides the most economic primary source of supply of scandium to that robust supply.The shovel-ready Nyngan Scandium Project is prepared to meet western demand for scandium in existing use cases as well as emerging use cases being developed including semiconductors, solid-state batteries, and defense applications."ML 1893 (Act 1992) has been granted for an initial term of 21 years until October 2046 upon which time the operator of the project can apply for renewal and supersedes the underlapping Mining Lease No 1792 (Act 1992), enhancing EMC's ability to develop the Project across its full mine footprint design.Located 20 km west of Nyngan township in New South Wales, the Nyngan Scandium Project is positioned to become the world's first primary scandium-mining project. Scandium is a high-value metal with a growing market demand and is classed as a critical mineral by the Australian, Canadian and United States governments.The development of the Project also presents a significant opportunity for New South Wales to become a world leader for investment in sustainable mining of critical minerals.For inquiries to Scandium International Mining Corp, please contact:Peter Evensen, President and CEOTel: (775) 355-9500Harry de Jonge (Controller)Tel: (702) 703-0178Email: info@scandiummining.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking InformationThis news release includes certain information that may be deemed "forward-looking information". Forward-looking information can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may", "will", "expect", "intend", "believe", "continue", "plans" or similar terminology, or negative connotations thereof. All information in this release, other than information of historical facts, general future plans and objectives for the Company and the Nyngan Scandium Project, are forward-looking information that involve various risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in such forward-looking information are based on reasonable assumptions, such expectations are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking information.For more information on the Company and the key assumptions, risks and challenges with respect to the forward-looking information discussed herein, and about our business in general, investors should review the Company's most recently filed annual information form, and other continuous disclosure filings which are available at www.scandiummining.com Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/269834 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

TripGift 以全新城市、目的地及体验礼品卡与市场平台的推出,开启“全球本地梦想清单”之旅

纽约, 2025年10月10日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 作为多品牌、多货币闭环旅行礼品卡及数字体验兑换平台的国际多项大奖获得者,TripGift® 今日正式宣布推出全新系列的“梦想清单目的地礼品卡”与“目的地主题市场平台”。该系列涵盖全球最受欢迎的城市——包括纽约、伦敦、巴黎、迪拜、东京等,为用户带来独一无二、灵活且个性化的价值体验,打造以目的地为主题的闭环赠礼与兑换旅程。TripGift 目的地礼品卡TripGift® 目的地主题礼品卡凭借近期获得的“年度旅行商务创新奖”以及其强大的技术平台,TripGift® 打造的个性化礼品卡可精准匹配旅行需求,全部通过其独特的旅行体验兑换市场进行管理。该平台实现了行业首创、领先全球的 103 种货币无缝运作,为用户提供真正全球化、便捷的旅行礼赠新方式。此次扩展计划正通过与全球关键战略合作伙伴的协同部署,旨在进一步拓展全球市场营销影响力,推动精准且个性化的旅行体验消费,并激发目的地经济活力。该项目由公司自主研发的微服务架构及创新的闭环市场生态系统驱动,不断以多货币、可触达的旅行礼赠与兑换模式,为全球市场注入强劲动力。TripGift® 首席执行官 Cary George 表示:“体验型与‘梦想清单’旅行的需求依然强劲,而我们正凭借全新的目的地及梦想清单主题礼品卡,完美契合这一全球趋势。通过将旅行礼品个性化至纽约、迪拜、伦敦、东京等标志性城市,并依托我们支持 103 种货币的兑换平台,我们让全球旅行梦想变得更可实现、更易达成。此次战略扩展充分印证了 TripGift® 基础架构与闭环生态系统的实力与独特可扩展性。”全新的目的地礼品卡旨在为个人自用或本地及跨境馈赠提供最大灵活性。持卡人可在指定城市中兑换酒店住宿、汽车租赁、观光行程及梦想清单体验项目,并通过 TripGift® 市场平台的完整技术能力,在专属线上闭环系统中便捷完成兑换。TripGift® 首席执行官 George 补充道:“我们持续的创新,尤其是在微服务架构与飞轮模式(flywheel model)方面的投入,使我们能够快速推出高度相关且富有意义的产品与市场平台,从而在这些全球重点目的地推动经济活力与增长。”关于 TripGift®TripGift® 是国际多项大奖得主,也是多品牌、多货币“全球任意行”闭环数字旅行礼品卡与自助式线上旅行预订兑换市场的领导者。公司总部位于英国伦敦,业务遍及全球,始终保持无债务且盈利的稳健运营状态。TripGift® 旗下拥有多款核心品牌礼品卡组合,包括 AirlineGift, BucketlistGift, HotelsGift, eLearnGift, FlystayGift, RentacarGift, ToursGift 以及 TripGift 为用户独家开启超过 150 万项可预订旅行体验的大门。平台内容涵盖全球主要航空公司、酒店及汽车租赁服务,同时还包括全球及本地的梦想清单体验、VIP 体育赛事、文化及音乐活动等独特项目。TripGift® B2B solutions 引领行业创新,推出首个以安全为核心、支持 103 种交易货币 的闭环礼品卡处理系统、礼品卡 API 及全球体验兑换市场,并支持“分次支付”(split-tender)模式,实现“随处旅行”的灵活消费。其零售数字旅行礼品卡非常适用于本地、区域及全球旅行赠礼、旅行奖励、忠诚度计划、员工奖励、促销激励、婚礼礼赠、目的地营销、礼包设计、现金返还及抽奖奖品等多种应用场景。聯絡資訊Cary GeorgeCEOpr@tripgift.com來源: TripGift® Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

Shares of Golden Leaf International Group Limited Commence Trading on GEM of HKEX Today

HONG KONG, Oct 10, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The shares of Golden Leaf International Group Limited ("Golden Leaf International", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group", Stock Code: 8549), an established E&M (Electrical and Mechanical) engineering contractor in Hong Kong, commenced trading today on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.The shares were actively traded and closed at HK$2.15 per share, representing an increase of 330% compared to the offer price of HK$0.50 per share. A total of approximately 43.8 million shares were traded with turnover amounting to approximately HK$130 million.Mr. Ip Kam Yik, the Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, Executive Director and one of the founders of the Group said: “The listing of Golden Leaf International in Hong Kong today markedly enhanced its corporate image and opened for it a new chapter of development. In the future, the Group will continue to consolidate its market position, expand its market share, and capitalise on growth opportunities in Hong Kong. As a well-established player in the E&M engineering industry, the Group will further strengthen its competitive advantages, scale up its operations, strive for greater market share, and work diligently to deliver more substantial returns to shareholders.”About Golden Leaf International Group LimitedThe Group is an established E&M engineering contractor in Hong Kong with almost 20 years of industry experience, specialising in HVAC systems works. The Group also undertakes electrical systems works, and plumbing and drainage systems works. With intensive business relationship with sizable property managers in Hong Kong, the Group’s project portfolio covers commercial properties across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. The Group has developed a cloud-based "GL ERP" system to facilitate efficient project management, and is committed to promoting green development in Hong Kong's E&M engineering industry.From left to right:1. Mr. Wong Chun Kat     Independent Non-executive Director of Golden Leaf International2. Mr. Lui Kwok Kit      Executive Director of Golden Leaf International3. Mr. Ip Kam Yik        Chairman, CEO & ED of Golden Leaf International4. Mr. Ernest Lee        Member of the HKEX Listing Committee5. Ms. Cheung Fung Yee   Wife of Chairman of Golden Leaf International6. Ms. Ip Tsz Kwan       CFO & Executive Director of Golden Leaf International7. Mr. Lin Wai Chong     Independent Non-executive Director of Golden Leaf International8. Mr. Cheung Kwong Tat  Independent Non-executive Director of Golden Leaf International9. Ms. Stephanie Lau     Co-head of IPO Vetting, HKEXMr. Ip Kam Yik, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Golden Leaf International, and Mr. Lui Kwok Kit, Executive Director of Golden Leaf International, strike the ceremonial gong to mark the opening of the market.Mr. Ernest Lee, Member of the HKEX Listing Committee, presents a souvenir to Mr. Ip Kam Yik, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Golden Leaf International. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

TripGift(R) Unlocks Glocal Bucket List’ Dreams With Launch of New Destination Gift Card SKUs and Marketplaces for Cities, Destinations and Experiences

NEW YORK, Oct 10, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TripGift®, the international multi-award-winning leader in multi-brand, multi-currency closed-loop travel gift cards and digital experience redemption marketplace, today announced the launch of a new line of Bucket List Destination Gift Cards and Marketplaces. Featuring the world's most sought-after cities-New York, London, Paris, Dubai, Tokyo and many more -these gift cards, promo vouchers and marketplaces deliver a unique, flexible and personalized value proposition and destination-themed closed-loop gifting and redemption experience.TripGift Destination Gift CardsDestination Gift cards from TripGift®Leveraging TripGift's recent 'Travel Commerce Innovation of the Year Award' and its robust technology, these personalized gift cards provide truly targeted travel opportunities, all managed within TripGift's unique travel experience redemption marketplace, which operates seamlessly across an industry-first, market leading 103 currencies.The expansion is strategically rolling out with key global strategic partners, designed to unlock global marketing reach, drive targeted and personalized travel experience spend, and stimulate in-destination economic activity. This initiative is powered by the company's proprietary micro-services and innovative closed-loop marketplace ecosystem, which continues to supercharge the global market with accessible, multi-currency travel gifting and redemption."The demand for experiential and 'bucket list' travel remains robust, and we are perfectly positioned to capitalize on this global desire with our new destination and bucket list experience-focused gift cards," said Cary George, CEO of TripGift®. "By personalizing the gift of travel to iconic cities like New York, Dubai, London, and Tokyo, and supporting it with the power of our 103-currency redemption platform, we are making global travel dreams more accessible and easier to achieve for everyone, everywhere. This strategic expansion is a testament to the strength and unique scalability of the TripGift® infrastructure and closed-loop ecosystem."The new destination gift cards are designed for self-use or 3rd party gifting locally or cross-border with maximum flexibility, allowing recipients to redeem them for hotels, car rentals, tours, and bucket list experiences all in the named city, leveraging the full technological capability of the TripGift® marketplace exclusively for redemption online."Our continuous innovation, particularly within our micro-services and flywheel model, is what allows us to rapidly introduce highly relevant, meaningful products and marketplaces, driving economic stimulus in these key global destinations," added George.About TripGift® TripGift® is the international multi-award-winning market leader in multi-brand, multi-currency travel 'anywhere' closed-loop digital gift cards and a digital self-serve online travel booking redemption marketplace. Headquartered in London, UK, operating globally, the company is debt-free and profitable, operating a portfolio of ‘hero brand' gift cards including AirlineGift, BucketlistGift, HotelsGift, eLearnGift, FlystayGift, RentacarGift, ToursGift and TripGift opening doors to over 1.5 million bookable travel experiences exclusively in its online marketplace. The platform encompasses major airlines, hotels, and car rentals, as well as extraordinary local and global bucket list experiences, VIP sporting events, and cultural and music events.TripGift® B2B solutions, offers an industry-first, security-minded, 103 transactional currency closed-loop gift card processor, gift card API and global experiential redemption marketplace, with split-tender for travel anywhere, its retail digital travel gift cards, are ideal for local, regional and global travel gifting, travel rewards, loyalty rewards, employee rewards, promotions, incentives, wedding gifts, destination marketing, bundles, cash back and sweepstake prizes.Contact InformationCary GeorgeCEOpr@tripgift.comSOURCE: TripGift® Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

国际环保博览推动绿色科技 本月底亚博馆开幕

- 第20届国际环保博览以「绿色科技 引领零碳未来」为主题,匯聚来自12个国家及地区、逾300家展商参与- 博览聚焦三大领域,包括循环经济及废物处理、绿色及智慧出行,以及ESG相关服务,为环保产业提供多元解决方案,适合各行业人士参与,共拓绿色商机- 焦点活动「亚洲环保会议」云集中国及「一带一路」国家政府代表及行业翘楚,分享各地最新政策及绿色环保项目,剖析重要环保议题- 公众日(10月31日)将免费开放予公众人士入场,并举行一系列环保讲座及工作坊,推动绿色生活香港, 2025年10月10日 - (亚太商訊) - 由香港贸易发展局(香港贸发局)及法兰克福展览(香港)有限公司合办,并由香港特别行政区政府环境及生态局协办的国际环保博览2025,将于10月28日至10月31日假亚洲国际博览馆举行,展商和买家亦可于10月21日至11月7日透过「商对易」(Click2Match)智能配对平台进行线上洽商。博览最后一天(10月31日)为公众日,将免费开放予公众人士入场。香港贸发局副总裁古静敏表示:「国家主席习近平在9 月联合国气候变化峰会视像致辞中提到,目标2035年,中国全经济范围温室气体净排放量比峰值下降7%至10%,并『力争做得更好』,势带动环保产品需求。同时,今年特区政府的《施政报告》强调多项与环保相关的政策方向,包括提出建设绿色低碳生活环境,致力加速绿色技术应用,以及推动绿色创科和绿色可持续金融等。」她亦提及:「国际环保博览踏入第20届,以『绿色科技 引领零碳未来』为主题,作为ESG及可持续发展方案的商贸平台,在新能源、绿色生活及环保方面提供多项创新解决方案,展示最新产品与技术。今年博览吸引来自12个国家及地区、逾300展商参与,并广邀内地、东盟及『一带一路』国家政府的服务供应商亲临,协助各地业界把握绿色经济的庞大商机。」香港特别行政区政府环境保护署副署长区诗敏博士在记者会上表示:「我们希望透过今年的国际环保博览,继续与来自中国内地和『一带一路』国家,包括东盟国家、中亚国家、南亚国家及中东国家的访客,分享及实践应对气候变化和实现碳中和的最新绿色科技及应用,促进政府、业界与社会的交流合作,共同探索如何推动绿色经济与低碳生活,为香港迈向更可持续的未来贡献力量。」环球展商齐聚多国展团鼎力支持今年博览云集环球顶尖展商。海外展团方面,韩国及意大利首度组团参展,其中韩国展团将展出空气净化及除臭、水质管理和废物处理等技术;挪威、荷兰及加拿大展团亦载誉归来。中国内地多个省市展团继续踊跃支持,除了广州、深圳等大湾区城市载誉归来外,广西、湖南、上海、内蒙古等地亦组织展团参展。由「一带一路」国际科学组织联盟(ANSO)及11家内地企业组成的ANSO环境科技产业联盟展馆更将首次参展,展示多项与水资源、大气环境有关的技术。香港方面,环境及生态局等11个政府单位组成的展区,将展示多项最新环保政策及措施;环境运动委员会第一次组织展馆,带来22家本地初创,展示多元绿色创新成果;香港馆由环境保护署支持、香港工业总会统筹,集合20家参展商;而香港科技园公司将率领园区10间初创一同亮相。大会亦积极建构平台协助港商及内地企业「出海」,开拓绿色贸易新机遇。透过贸发局全球51个办事处,大会积极邀请内地和海外买家参观及採购,吸引来自亚洲地区如日本、泰国、印尼、马来西亚、新加坡、越南;欧洲如匈牙利及波兰的买家参与。大会将与环境及生态局合作,广邀内地、东盟及「一带一路」国家政府的服务供应商,亲临博览採购环保科技及产品,并会继续邀请本港不同政府部门及相关机构到场参观及採购。聚焦三大领域展示最新环保解决方案今年博览匯聚多元绿色科技,将围绕循环经济及废物处理、绿色及智慧出行、以及ESG相关服务三大领域,展示行业最新成果。在循环经济及废物处理展区,香港展商绿色人工智能科技有限公司展示运用了机器视觉和人工智能演算法的AI智能分类垃圾桶。今年中国光大环境(集团)有限公司亦再次参展,带来垃圾焚烧发电方案,实现垃圾「无害化、减量化、资源化」并转废为能,助力城市永续发展。于绿色及智慧出行方面,香港中文大学孵化的新能源项目易池新能有限公司,将带来全球首个商业化硫基液流电池储能系统,整体成本较锂电池低一半。展区内更会有多款电动车及相关充电设备,国内专营环保装备的盈峰环境科技集团股份有限公司将首次参展,展示自主研发的纯电动压缩式垃圾车。业界在推动ESG披露和低碳转型的同时,亦积极寻求各类ESG相关服务,并促成产业和金融机构的合作,加快香港成为绿色可持续金融中心。中国节能环保(香港)投资有限公司将展示创新工具EnvAI,为企业提供一站式ESG服务,包括ESG数据收集及分析、报告自动生成等。Llewellyn and Partners Company Limited将带来为建筑业而设的专利AI 综合管理平台AutoTwin,平台可达致优化能源效率、减少碳足迹等,从而促进绿色城市发展。至于学研机构与初创方面,香港科技园公司带来初创afterNATURE Ltd,展出用于海岸线的六角形深水盆,它的表面成为海洋生物的栖息地,以确保岸边的生物多样性;另一家园区初创远见筑有限公司将展示AtmosBrick及于博览中全球首发的AtmosTile「负碳」绿建材,帮助减少碳排放量。多元化精彩活动不断「亚洲环保会议」匯聚业界翘楚博览焦点活动「亚洲环保会议」邀请环球政府官员及行业翘楚聚首一堂,就各项环保议题分享真知灼见。会议将在博览首日(10月28日)探讨循环经济的最新发展,更会首次推出由商界环保协会、香港绿色建筑议会及香港建造业议会共同编制的《香港循环建筑环境指南》,带来建造业最新绿色指引及实际案例分享。此外,博览第三日(10月30日)会议将以「构建可持续未来:迈向净零建筑环境」及「绿色智慧出行 - 引领未来出行潮流」为主题,展示建筑业及交通运输行业,如何有效合作实践碳中和。其他精彩活动包括博览首日(10月28日)的「香港工业总会.Q唛低碳餐厅大奖」颁奖典礼,由香港工业总会及香港优质标志局主办,嘉许在可持续发展及低碳实践方面表现卓越的餐厅,为餐饮业塑造可持续未来;第二日(10月29日)举行的第六届氢能经济论坛,香港中华煤气有限公司和内地及海外不同专家,包括中国城市燃气氢能发展创新联盟、国富氢能集团、威立雅及航天氢能科技有限公司等公司代表,将剖析绿色氢能前沿技术及成功案例,分享如何透过大湾区区内各地合作,共同推动氢能的应用。博览第二日(10月29日)的「环保企业『走出去』经验交流会」将邀请来自「一带一路」国家的代表简介不同地区的环境产业投资政策最新概况,同时亦会邀请中国及香港绿色科技公司展示最新技术,分享企业「出海」经验促进地区交流,开拓绿色贸易新机遇。另外,为推动初创企业在环保业界的发展,博览亦特意设立一系列活动展示香港环保初创的成果。其中「初创.动起来」论坛将邀请来自不同环保领域的初创代表分享行业现况和发展路向。公众日全方位推动绿色生活为鼓励市民积极参与环保活动,让市民体验绿色生活,博览最后一天(10月31日)为公众日,将免费开放予市民入场。当日设一系列环保讲座及工作坊,其中海洋公园将会分享「逆濒行动 Mission R」保护濒危野生动物与其栖息环境的相关资讯;环保 KOL「大便妹」杨婷将讲解如何快乐地过环保生活、共建绿色家园;公众还可参与丰富的环保工作坊,如「蜂蜡布工作坊」、「桌上游戏工作坊」等。场内更设有绿色市集Green Mart供市民购买多元环保产品。香港贸发局今个月同时举行四大科技展览,包括下星期一至四(10月13至16日)于湾仔会展举行的香港秋季电子产品展(秋电展)和国际电子组件及生产技术展(electronicAsia),以及由10月27日至30 日于香港会展举行的香港国际秋季灯饰展(秋灯展),和10月28 日至10月31 日于亚洲国际博览馆举行的香港国际户外及科技照明博览,与同期举行的国际环保博览,缔造协同效应。届时大会将安排免费穿梭巴士服务,往来展场及各主要酒店与交通交匯点。详情请参阅以下网页︰https://www.hktdc.com/event/ecoexpoasia/tc/travel-to-fairground-awe图片下载:https://bit.ly/42AeP2y香港贸发局副总裁古静敏介绍国际环保博览精彩内容,表示今年《施政报告》提出多项与环保相关的政策方向,并强调新能源产业的重要性及建设绿色低碳生活环境。国际环保博览正好围绕这些主题,展示最新的环保产品与技术。香港贸发局副总裁古静敏(中)、香港特别行政区政府环境保护署副署长区诗敏博士(左)、法兰克福展览(香港)有限公司副总经理黄耀伦(右)出席国际环保博览记者会。香港中文大学孵化的新能源项目易池新能有限公司展示全球首个硫基液流电池储能系统。三一腾飞机械有限公司展示了氢能四合一电解槽的模型,为企业和各地政府提供各种生产及储存氢气的新方案。香港科技园公司率领园区10间初创参展,其中远见筑有限公司带来AtmosBrick及于博览中作全球首发的AtmosTile「负碳」绿建材。展商Llewellyn and Partners Company Limited展示为建筑业而设的AI综合管理平台AutoTwin,为企业提供碳管理和环评工具。网页国际环保博览:www.ecoexpoasia.com/tc传媒查询请联络香港贸发局传讯及公共事务部:苏显博电话:(852) 2584 4049电邮:stanley.hp.so@hktdc.org刘茸电话:(852) 2584 4472电邮:clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org香港贸发局新闻中心︰http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc香港贸易发展局简介香港贸易发展局(香港贸发局)是于1966年成立的法定机构,负责促进、协助和发展香港贸易。香港贸发局在世界各地设有超过50个办事处,其中13个设于中国内地,致力推广本港作为双向环球投资及商业枢纽。 香港贸发局通过举办国际展览会、会议及商贸考察团,为企业(尤其是中小企业)开拓内地和环球市场的机遇。香港贸发局亦通过研究报告和数码资讯平台,提供最新的市场分析和产品资讯。有关香港贸发局的其他资讯,请浏览www.hktdc.com/aboutus/tc。法兰克福展览集团简介法兰克福展览集团是全球最大的拥有自主展览场地的展会主办机构之一,其业务覆盖展览会、会议及活动,在全球28个地区聘用约2,160名员工,业务版图遍及世界各地。2022年营业额约4.54亿欧元,集团与众多行业领域建立了丰富的全球商贸网络并保持紧密联繫,在展览活动、场地和服务业务领域,高效满足客户的商业利益和全方位需求。法兰克福展览集团核心优势在于遍布世界各地庞大、紧密的国际行销网络,覆盖全球约180个国家。多元化的服务呈现在活动现场及网络平台的各个环节,确保遍布世界各地的客户在策划、组织及进行活动时,能持续享受到高品质及灵活性。我们正在通过新的商业模式积极拓展数字化服务范畴,可提供的服务类型包括租用展览场地、展会搭建、市场推广、人力安排以及餐饮供应。作为核心战略体系之一,集团积极实践可持续化经营理念,在生态、经济利益、社会责任和多样性之间达成有益的平衡。有关集团可持续发展进一步资料,请浏览网页:www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability。集团总部位于德国法兰克福市,由该市和黑森州政府分别控股60%和40%。有关公司进一步资料,请浏览网页:www.messefrankfurt.com.hk。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

IPO Temporarily Slows but Growth Trajectory Unchanged: How Did Hithium Reach Global No. 2 in Six Years?

HONG KONG, Oct 10, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Recently, the lapse of Hithium's prospectus has drawn market attention, but this is not a rare occurrence in capital markets.According to the relevant rules for Hong Kong IPO, if a prospectus is not listed within six months after submission, it automatically lapses. This mechanism is designed to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information disclosure, avoiding information lag due to changes in the market environment or the company's operations. It is worth noting that a lapsed prospectus does not mean the IPO is terminated. In Hong Kong, nearly half of newly listed companies have experienced a prospectus lapse before listing. If the listing hearing has not been completed, the company only needs to update its financial data and re-submit the application within three months to resume the review process.As a rapidly developing energy storage company, Hithium's is currently experiencing strong business momentum. Among the two Xiamen-based companies listed on the "2025 Global Unicorn List" released by the Hurun Research Institute, Hithium is precisely one of them.Especially against the backdrop of the rapid development of the energy storage industry and continuous policy support, Hithium, as an important industry participant, has a solid foundation to capture industry dividends and support its listing process. Changjiang Securities predicts global energy storage installation growth will exceed 50% in 2025 and over 40% in 2026, directly reflecting the industry's robust momentum.In this macro environment, Hithium's business development and listing plans can better leverage the industry's momentum. Hithium is expected to update its prospectus and resubmit its application within three months to continue the listing process. On the other hand, this lapse of the prospectus might become an opportunity for the company to review its business and optimize its strategy, preparing for a more stable connection with the capital market in the future.I. Explosive Demand Growth and Full Capacity Operations Cement Foundation for ExpansionFrom an industry perspective, the global energy transition has now entered a "critical phase," with major countries intensifying efforts to achieve "dual carbon" goals, leading to rapid growth in renewable energy installation capacity. However, renewable energy has inherent shortcomings of "intermittency and volatility". If excess electricity cannot be stored effectively, it not only causes energy waste but may also affect grid frequency stability.In this context, energy storage has been upgraded from an "optional accessory" to an "essential facility", becoming the core link connecting renewable energy and the power grid. This has directly propelled the global energy storage market into an "outbreak period".According to statistics from the ICC Xinluo Energy Storage Database, global energy storage battery shipments reached 258 GWh in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 106%. Domestic manufacturers shipped 252 GWh, a year-on-year increase of 109%, clearly indicating that Chinese manufacturers have become the dominant force in the global energy storage market.Leveraging its accumulated experience in energy storage technology R&D and product manufacturing, Hithium accurately seized this opportunity. Its shipments have leapt from global fifth in 2023, to third in 2024, and reaching second place in the first half of 2025. The compound annual growth rate over the past three years reached 167%.Correspondingly, Hithium's 's current production lines are operating at full capacity. At present, the production bases in locations like Xiamen and Chongqing are running continuously at full capacity. Its Southwest Intelligent Manufacturing Center in Tongliang, Chongqing, is the first lithium battery electrochemical energy storage complete project in Chongqing. With a total investment of RMB 13 billion, it plans to build a production base and R&D center for 56 GWh of new-generation energy storage lithium batteries and 22 GWh of energy storage modules. Since March, factories including those in Xiamen and Chongqing have been operating at full capacity, with orders scheduled until the end of the year.This status not only directly reflects the market recognition of its products and sufficient order backlog but also demonstrates the company's strong capabilities in production management and supply chain coordination.II. Steady Progress in Internationalization Strategy and Frequent Large Orders Highlight Global CompetitivenessHithium's ability to maintain a top position in the global energy storage market is inseparable from the steady advancement of its internationalization strategy. In 2024, the company's overseas revenue reached RMB 3.7 billion, accounting for 28.6% of total revenue. Its global service network covers over 20 countries and regions.Since the beginning of the year, Hithium has successively secured major international orders, demonstrating a strong momentum in international development.In July this year, Hithium signed a cooperation agreement with Elements Green, a leading UK developer of solar and storage infrastructure, for a battery energy storage system project with a total scale of 720 MWh. It is reported that this project is one of the largest energy storage projects in the UK to date.In August this year, Hithium signed significant energy storage project cooperation agreements with Saudi Electricity Company and Saudi utility giant Alfanar Group. They will build two large-scale energy storage projects in the Tabuk and Hail provinces of northern Saudi Arabia, with a total capacity of 1GW/4GWh achieving a breakthrough in the GWh-scale application of the world's first mass-produced kA-hour class long-duration energy storage battery and system solution.In September this year, Hithium also reached a strategic cooperation with Fotowatio Renewable Ventures, a sustainable energy solutions developer in Australia, to establish an energy storage system with a total scale of 500 MWh in Victoria, Australia.This series of outstanding achievements stems from its deep accumulation in technology and product innovation.As of the end of 2024, Hithium's global patent applications exceeded 3,900, Meanwhile, the company boasts an R&D team of over 1,100 personnel, achieving full coverage from materials, cells, systems to solutions.In terms of products, Hithium was among the first in the industry to deploy 280Ah energy storage battery products in large-scale energy storage projects, and also among the first to mass-produce 314Ah energy storage batteries and apply them in overseas large-scale energy storage projects. Its launch of the world's first sodium-ion battery dedicated to power storage, the ∞Cell N162Ah, boasts a cycle life of over 20,000 cycles, laying a solid foundation for the next-generation technology competition.With the opening of the global energy storage market, Hithium, leveraging its leading technological advantages and high-performance products, has steadily advanced cooperative relationships with customers in multiple countries and regions. The signing of a series of major international orders not only brings stable revenue expectations for the company but also helps it accumulate international project experience and enhance its global brand awareness, laying the foundation for subsequent expansion to more high-end customers.III. ConclusionThe temporary lapse of the prospectus is merely a "mid-course adjustment" on Hithium's capital market journey, unrelated to the core logic of its long-term value.From a global perspective, the energy transition is an irreversible trend of the era. Energy storage, as a critical pillar, has become the "leading role" on the new energy stage. With its technology, production capacity, and global layout, Hithium is already positioned at a crucial point in seizing this historic opportunity. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

10 10 月, 2025

GSK携手OMP加速推进IBP转型,于Gartner供应链规划峰会上发布最新成果

比利時,安特衛普, 2025年10月10日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 在2025年伦敦举办的Gartner供应链规划峰会上,供应链规划解决方案领导者OMP重点展示了GSK如何加速其全球转型进程。这家全球医疗保健公司将揭示其如何在药品与疫苗业务中重塑端到端的规划流程。借助OMP的AI驱动型 Unison Planning™平台,GSK正加快全球范围内的需求与供应实施。GSK加速IBP转型的路线图GSK全球供应链规划卓越中心负责人 Tim Shaw将分享公司如何在短短四个月内动员资源,重新构想一体化规划。届时,他将阐述GSK如何在快速交付价值与构筑稳固IBP基础之间取得平衡,并制定出一条既能加速成果又确保长期转型成功的路线图。此次演讲紧随GSK全球供应链高级副总裁 John Saxby的高层专题会议之后举行,他将为与会者提供更宏观的视角,介绍公司IBP转型历程及其带来的实际业务影响。在OMP展位体验人机协同的创新成果2025年11月3日至4日于伦敦举行的Gartner供应链规划峰会,将汇聚全球供应链领域的领导者,共同探讨如何制定高影响力的复杂决策策略。OMP将亮相202号展位,展示其革命性的AI编排框架— UnisonIQ。该框架嵌入于Unison Planning™平台之中,通过人机协同重塑供应链决策方式。参观者可亲身体验UnisonIQ如何借助“常驻智能代理”、生成式AI助手Unison Companion以及先进AI引擎,推动供应链运营的智能化革新。了解由最新AI技术加持的一体化规划如何提升情景建模能力,并助力企业实现更快速、更智能的决策,从而增强韧性、应对挑战并取得可衡量的业务成果。欢迎在Gartner峰会上加入OMP,亲耳聆听GSK的转型故事,了解由AI驱动的Unison Planning™如何加速规划成功并赋能您的规划团队。会议速览主题:OMP:从愿景到现实——GSK如何借助Unison Planning™加速其IBP转型演讲嘉宾:Tim Shaw - GSK全球供应链规划卓越中心负责人时间:2025年11月4日(星期二)上午11:15–11:45(格林尼治标准时间)地点:英国伦敦威斯敏斯特公园广场酒店(Park Plaza Westminster)地址:200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England SE1 7UT United Kingdom欲了解OMP下一站的活动安排,请访问其活动日历。关于 OMPOMP 通过提供业界最佳的数字化供应链规划解决方案,帮助面临复杂规划挑战的企业实现卓越、成长和持续发展。遍布消费品、生命科学、化学、金属、纸张、塑料及包装等多个行业的数百家客户均受益于 OMP 独特的 Unison Planning 解决方案。联系方式Philip Vervloesem首席商业及市场官pvervloesem@omp.com+1-770-956-2723来源: OMP Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

GSK Unveils Fast-Tracked IBP Transformation with OMP at Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit

ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Oct 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a leader in supply chain planning solutions, is spotlighting at the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2025 in London how GSK is accelerating its global transformation. The global healthcare company will reveal how it is reshaping end-to-end planning across its Medicines & Vaccines business. Powered by OMP's AI-driven Unison Planning™, GSK is speeding up demand and supply implementations worldwide.GSK's roadmap to accelerated IBP transformationTim Shaw, Global Head of Supply Chain Planning CoE at GSK, will share how the company mobilized resources in just four months to reimagine integrated planning. Discover how GSK balanced rapid value delivery with strong IBP foundations, and built a roadmap to accelerate results while ensuring long-term transformation success.The presentation follows an executive session by John Saxby, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain at GSK, offering participants a broader view of the company's IBP journey and its tangible business impact.Experience human-AI synergy at the OMP boothThe Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit, taking place November 3-4 in London, brings together global supply chain leaders to explore strategies for making high-impact, complex decisions.OMP will be at booth 202 to showcase UnisonIQ, its game-changing AI orchestration framework. Embedded in the Unison Planning™ platform, it transforms supply chain decision-making through human-AI synergy. Visitors can experience firsthand how UnisonIQ is revolutionizing supply chain operations through always-on agents, the Unison Companion generative AI assistant, and advanced AI engines.See how integrated planning, enhanced by the latest AI advancements, improves scenario modeling and empowers faster, smarter decisions - helping organizations strengthen resilience, overcome challenges, and achieve measurable business results.Join OMP at Gartner to hear GSK's transformation story firsthand and discover how Unison Planning™, driven by AI, can accelerate planning success and support your planning teams.Session at a glanceTitle: OMP: From vision to reality: How GSK is accelerating its IBP transformation with Unison Planning™Speaker: Tim Shaw - Global Head of Supply Chain Planning CoE at GSKWhen: Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 11:15-11:45 am GMTWhere: Park Plaza Westminster - 200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England SE1 7UT United KingdomTo see where you can meet OMP next, visit their events calendar here.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow, and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, packaging, plastics - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Contact InformationPhilip VervloesemChief Commercial & Markets Officerpvervloesem@omp.com+1-770-956-2723SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

Focus Graphite Announces Marketing and Investor Awareness Campaign

Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - October 9, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that it has entered into a marketing services agreement with Outside the Box Capital Inc. ("OTB Capital") (email: jason@outsidethebox.capital; address 2202 Green Orchard Place, Oakville, ON, L6H 4V4), an Ontario-based marketing firm specializing in investor awareness and digital community engagement.Under the terms of the agreement, OTB Capital will provide Focus with a comprehensive marketing campaign designed to strengthen the Company's visibility in the investment community. The program will include strategic planning and campaign management, dissemination of Focus's approved messaging, press releases, and corporate materials across social channels such as Reddit, Discord, Telegram, Twitter, and StockTwits, and the development of influencer-based and investor-focused video content. In addition, OTB Capital will assist in creating community-driven initiatives to expand awareness and engagement, as well as produce highlight videos and Q&A sessions addressing corporate updates for distribution on the Company's platforms. In accordance with applicable securities regulations, OTB Capital will not solicit investments, provide investment advice, or make securities recommendations.The agreement has an initial term of six months, commencing on October 15, 2025, and is renewable for an additional six-month period unless terminated during the initial term. Focus will compensate OTB Capital in the amount of $150,000 CAD plus applicable taxes for each six-month term, payable on the effective date. In addition, OTB Capital will be granted 950,000 stock options, exercisable at the closing price of Focus Graphite shares on October 15, 2025. The options will vest in equal tranches of 25% every three months over the twelve-month campaign, in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange policies. Any unvested options will be cancelled should the agreement be terminated prior to completion.In addition, Focus has entered into a three-month marketing services agreement with Curation Connect ("Curation") (email: info@curationcorp.com; Shareflix Limited, Nt Accountancy Ltd., 43 Lynton Mead, London, N20 8DG, England), a UK-based company specializing in retail investor communications. Commencing October 15, 2025, Curation will create and manage a dedicated Investor Showcase ("Showcase") for Focus Graphite hosted on its proprietary platform. The Showcase will aggregate publicly available information about the Company in a user-friendly format designed to improve accessibility and comprehension for investors. As part of the campaign, Curation will provide a weekly summary of Showcase traffic, monthly reports analyzing user behaviour, a three-month awareness campaign distributing the Showcase into its own investor audience and various financial platforms, and a final report on overall campaign performance.Under the terms of this engagement, Focus will pay Curation a total fee of $12,000 USD, with payments of $4,000 USD due monthly over the three-month term. The Company will not issue any securities to Curation for its marketing services. Please visit The Showcase at https://app.curationcorp.com/company/Focus-Graphite-13643?utm_source=FGlink.As of the date hereof, to the Company's knowledge, OTB Capital and Curation (including their respective directors and officers) do not own any securities of the Company and are at arm's length from the Company.Focus Graphite believes that these two complementary programs will broaden the Company's profile across multiple investor channels while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defense, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.comInvestors Contact: Dean HanischCEO, Focus Graphite Inc.dhanisch@focusgraphite.com+1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated benefits of the Company's marketing services agreements with Outside the Box Capital Inc. ("OTB Capital") and Curation Connect ("Curation"); the scope of services to be provided under these agreements, including the development and management of investor awareness campaigns, dissemination of corporate messaging and materials across social media and digital platforms, creation of influencer-based and investor-focused video content, and the production of highlight videos, Q&A sessions, and other community-driven initiatives; and the establishment and promotion of a dedicated Investor Showcase. Forward-looking information also includes statements with respect to the anticipated impact of these initiatives on the Company's visibility within the investment community, the potential to broaden Focus Graphite's profile across multiple investor channels, and the Company's expectations regarding enhanced shareholder engagement and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/269799 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

Laser Digital Partners with Solidus Labs to Advance Crypto-Native Market Surveillance

NEW YORK, Oct 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Laser Digital, the digital asset subsidiary of Nomura Group, and Solidus Labs, the category-definer for crypto-native trade surveillance and risk monitoring, today announced a partnership to deliver crypto-native on-chain and off-chain market surveillance.Under this partnership, Solidus Labs will equip Laser Digital with advanced detection capabilities that monitor trading behavior across exchanges, OTC markets, and DeFi venues - reinforcing Laser Digital's risk and compliance operations and supporting evolving regulatory expectations across jurisdictions.Backed by Nomura, one of the world's largest financial institutions, Laser Digital was established as a full-service digital asset firm to bring TradFi practices to crypto markets. The firm combines higher governance standards and risk management with crypto-native expertise, to manage institutional exposure to the digital asset ecosystem.Speaking on the partnership, Dr. Jez Mohideen, Co-founder and CEO of Laser Digital, said, "Solidus Labs emerged as a suitable partner for us given their expertise in trade surveillance and deep understanding of digital assets. Their on-and off-chain detection capabilities, combined with an intelligence-driven platform, offer advanced safeguards that are critical to enabling secure institutional access to the on-chain ecosystem."Asaf Meir, Founder & CEO of Solidus Labs, added, "We are proud to partner with Laser Digital, a firm that is laser-focused on redefining the frontier of digital finance. 2025 is shaping up to be a defining year, bridging traditional finance and digital assets - and Laser Digital is at the forefront of that evolution. Solidus is the only provider able to support the advanced DeFi activities Laser is pursuing, and together we are helping set the gold standard for crypto-native market integrity."In August 2025, Laser Digital announced that it had become the first regulated entity under Dubai's Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority's (VARA) Pilot Framework to offer OTC crypto options, underscoring its commitment to offering structured solutions in regulated markets.About Solidus LabsSolidus Labs is the category-definer for Agentic-Based Compliance in trade surveillance and risk monitoring. Founded in 2018 by Goldman Sachs veterans, the company merges Wall Street rigor, crypto-native innovation, and cybersecurity principles to reinvent compliance for the modern financial era. At the core is HALO, an AI-powered risk-based platform trusted by financial institutions, crypto firms, and regulators globally to drive proactive, intelligence-led oversight - across any product, venue, or asset class. www.soliduslabs.comContact:Trevor DavisGregory FCA for Solidus Labs443.248.0359trevor@gregoryfca.com About Laser DigitalLaser Digital is a full-service digital asset firm specializing in Trading, Asset Management, Solutions, and Early-Stage Investing. Nomura established Laser Digital to provide new value in digital assets to its clients, bridging traditional and crypto markets. We are positioned uniquely in the market, combining institutional- grade framework and risk management. For more information, please visit: www.laserdigital.com For partnership inquiries: inquiries@laserdigital.com For media inquiries: media@laserdigital.comLegal DisclaimerThis is a marketing communication intended for professional investors in eligible jurisdictions only. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Forecasts are not reliable indicators of future performance. Capital is at risk. Please consult the relevant offering documentation before making any investment decisions.For full disclosure: https://laserdigital.com/marketing-disclaimer/SOURCE: Solidus Labs Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

Eco Expo Asia Opens at AsiaWorld-Expo in Late October to Promote Green Technologies

- The 20th edition of Eco Expo Asia, themed Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality, will gather over 300 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions- The Expo will spotlight three key areas – Circular Economy and Waste Management, Green & Smart Mobility, and ESG-related Services – presenting diverse solutions for environmental protection. Professionals from all industries are welcome to collaborate on green business opportunities- Highlight event Eco Asia Conference will feature government representatives from the Chinese Mainland and Belt and Road countries, alongside global industry leaders, to share the latest policies, projects and insights on critical environmental issues- Public Day (31 October) will offer complimentary admission to the public to promote sustainable lifestyles, featuring green talks and workshopsHONG KONG, Oct 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Eco Expo Asia 2025, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), will be held from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo. Exhibitors and buyers can connect via the Click2Match virtual business matching platform from 21 October to 7 November. The last day of the fair, Public Day on 31 October, will be open to the public with complimentary admission.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Jenny Koo said: “President Xi Jinping said in a video address at the United Nations Climate Summit during the annual UN General Assembly meeting that China will, by 2035, reduce economy-wide net greenhouse gas emissions by 7-10% from peak levels and will ‘strive to do even better’. This will significantly boost demand for environmental products. Furthermore, the Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address has highlighted new directions in green policy, including fostering green and low-carbon living environments, expediting the application of green technologies and promoting the development of the green I&T sector and green and sustainable finance.”Ms Koo added: “Marking its 20th edition, this year’s Eco Expo Asia is themed Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality. As a business platform for ESG and sustainable solutions, the Expo will showcase the latest products and technologies in new energy, green living and environmental protection. This year, Eco Expo Asia will attract over 300 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, with strong participation from government suppliers from the Chinese Mainland, as well as from ASEAN and Belt and Road countries, helping industries worldwide seize the vast opportunities created by the green economy.”Speaking at the press conference, the Deputy Director of the Environmental Protection Department of the HKSAR Government, Dr. Vanessa Au, expressed: “We hope that this year’s Eco Expo Asia will continue its role as a platform for sharing and implementing the latest green technologies and applications. By engaging with visitors from Chinese Mainland and Belt & Road countries, including ASEAN countries, Central Asian countries, South Asian countries and Middle Eastern countries, we seek to collectively address climate change and drive progress towards carbon neutrality. It also aims to foster exchange and co-operation among the government, industry and the community, to work together on exploring ways to promote a green economy and low-carbon living, contributing to Hong Kong’s efforts towards a more sustainable future.”Global exhibitors and worldwide pavilionsThis year’s Expo brings together leading international exhibitors. Korea and Italy will stage group participations for the first time, with the Korea pavilion featuring solutions in air purification, deodorisation, water quality management and waste treatment. Norway, the Netherlands and Canada will return following success in previous years. From the Chinese Mainland, participations from Guangzhou, Shenzhen and other Greater Bay Area cities will return, joined by Guangxi, Hunan, Shanghai and Inner Mongolia. The ANSO Environmental Technology Industry Alliance, led by the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions (ANSO), together with 11 mainland enterprises, will make its debut, showcasing technologies related to water resources and the atmospheric environment.In Hong Kong, a joint government pavilion featuring 11 bureaux and departments, including the Environment and Ecology Bureau, will highlight the latest policies and initiatives. The Environmental Campaign Committee will debut with 22 local start-ups presenting a variety of green innovations. The Hong Kong Pavilion, supported by the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department and coordinated by the Federation of Hong Kong Industries, will feature 20 companies, while Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation will lead 10 start-ups to make a joint appearance.The Expo is also actively building a platform to support Hong Kong and mainland enterprises to "go global" and explore new opportunities in green trade. Leveraging the HKTDC’s network of 51 offices worldwide, the Expo is actively inviting buyers from the Chinese Mainland and overseas to visit and source at the event. Buyers from across Asia — including Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam — as well as from Europe, including Hungary and Poland, will attend.In collaboration with the Environment and Ecology Bureau, the Expo will extend invitations to government service providers from the Chinese Mainland, as well as from ASEAN and Belt and Road countries, to visit and source green technologies and products. Local government departments and related organisations will also continue to be invited to attend and procure at the event.Three key areas to showcase the latest environmental solutionsThe Expo will showcase a diverse range of green technologies, focusing on three major areas: Circular Economy and Waste Management, Green & Smart Mobility, and ESG-related Services.In Circular Economy and Waste Management, Hong Kong exhibitor Green AI Technology Limited will display a smart sorting bin powered by machine vision and AI algorithms. China Everbright Environment Group Limited will return with waste-to-energy solutions that transform waste into resources, supporting sustainable urban development.In Green & Smart Mobility, CUHK-incubated start-up Luquos Energy Limited will showcase the world’s first commercialised sulphur-based flow battery energy storage system, at nearly half the cost of lithium batteries. The zone will also feature various electric vehicles and charging facilities. First-time exhibitor Infore Enviro Technology Group Co., Ltd will display its electric compactor truck.The green industry is promoting ESG disclosure and low-carbon transformation and is actively seeking various ESG-related services, as it seeks to foster closer collaboration between industries and financial institutions to accelerate Hong Kong’s development as a green and sustainable finance centre. CECEP (Hong Kong) Investment Co. Ltd. will showcase its innovative tool, EnvAI, which provides businesses with one-stop ESG services, including ESG data collection and analysis, and automated report generation. Llewellyn and Partners Company Limited will showcase AutoTwin, a patented AI-powered integrated management platform for the construction industry. This platform optimises energy efficiency, reduces carbon footprints and promotes green urban development.In Research Institutions and Start-ups, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation will spotlight its start-up afterNATURE Ltd, which is showcasing its Deep Hexagonal Basin product. This innovation creates habitats for marine life on its surface, helping to preserve coastal biodiversity. Another start-up, Formwork IO, will present AtmosBrick and globally debut AtmosTile at the Expo. These ‘carbon-negative’ green building materials are designed to help reduce carbon emissions.Eco Asia Conference brings together industry leadersEco Expo’s highlight event, Eco Asia Conference, will bring together global officials and experts to exchange insights on pressing environmental issues. On 28 October, the first day of the Expo, the conference will focus on the latest circular economy developments. This includes the launch of the Hong Kong Circular Built Environment Guidebook, jointly compiled by the Business Environment Council, Hong Kong Green Building Council and Construction Industry Council, which provides the latest green guidelines as well as practical case studies for the construction industry.In addition, on 30 October, the third day of the Expo, the conference will have two main themes – ‘Building a Sustainable Future: Gearing Towards a Net-Zero Built Environment’ and ‘Green & Smart Mobility – Envisioning the Future of Transportation’ – showcasing how the construction and transportation industries can collaborate effectively to achieve carbon neutrality.Other exciting activities include the FHKI Q-Mark Low Carbon Restaurant Award 2025 on 28 October, the first day of the Expo. Organised by the Federation of Hong Kong Industries and the Hong Kong Q-Mark Council, the award recognises outstanding commitment to sustainability and low-carbon practices within the restaurant industry, while inspiring positive change and helping shape a sustainable future for dining.The 6th Hydrogen Economy Forum will be held on the second day of the Expo, on 29 October. Representatives from Towngas and experts from the Chinese Mainland and overseas – including the China Hydrogen Development and Innovation Alliance for Urban Gas, Veolia and Aerospace Hydrogen Energy Technology Co., Ltd. – will share insights into frontier hydrogen energy technologies and successful case studies, while exploring how cooperation within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area can further advance hydrogen applications.Moreover, on the second day of the Expo on 29 October, the Experience Sharing Forum on Promoting Environmental Business in Overseas Markets will invite representatives from Belt and Road countries to introduce the latest updates on environmental industry investment policies across different regions. Green technology companies from the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong will also present their latest solutions and share their “go global” experiences to promote regional exchanges and seize new opportunities in green trade.To further foster the growth of start-ups in the environmental industry, the Expo has specifically arranged a series of activities to showcase the achievements of Hong Kong’s green start-ups. Among these, the Startup Edge Forum will invite representatives from various environmental fields to share industry developments and future directions.Public Day promotes green livingTo encourage the public to participate in environmental initiatives and experience green lifestyles, the last day of the Expo on 31 October will be a Public Day, with complimentary admission for the general public. Visitors can participate in a series of seminars and green workshops. Ocean Park will introduce its ‘Mission R’ on saving species and habitats, while environmental KOL Yeung Ting (aka imsheeppoo) will share tips for joyful green living. Visitors can also participate in green workshops, such as a Beeswax Wrap Workshop and a Board Game Workshop. Additionally, there will be a Green Mart on-site, where the public can shop for green products.Meanwhile, the HKTDC is also staging four major technology fairs this month. The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia will run concurrently from next Monday to Thursday (13 to 16 October) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). These will be followed by the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), taking place from 27 to 30 October at the HKCEC, and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, which will be held from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo. These fairs will be held concurrently with Eco Expo Asia, creating synergies between the events. Complimentary shuttle bus services will be arranged between the venues and major hotels and transport interchanges. For details, please refer to the following website: https://www.hktdc.com/event/ecoexpoasia/tc/travel-to-fairground-awePhoto download: https://bit.ly/42AeP2yJenny Koo, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, introducing the highlights of Eco Expo Asia at the press conference, shares that this year’s Policy Address presents new directions in green policy and highlights the importance of the new energy industry and the development of a green, low-carbon living environment. Eco Expo Asia aligns perfectly with these themes by showcasing the latest eco-friendly products and technologiesJenny Koo, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director (centre); Dr. Au Sze Man, Vanessa, Deputy Director of Environmental Protection, Environmental Protection Department, HKSAR (left); and Jack Wong, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd (right) attend today’s press conferenceCUHK incubated start-up Luquos Energy Limited showcases the world’s first commercialised sulphur-based flow battery energy storage systemSany Turbo Fly Machine Limited displays a model of a four-in-one electrolyser for hydrogen energy, providing enterprises and local governments with various new solutions to produce and store hydrogenHong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation is leading 10 start-ups to participate in the Expo, including Formwork IO, which will showcase its AtmosBrick and globally debut AtmosTile — a ‘carbon-negative’ green building material — at the eventLlewellyn and Partners Company Limited introduces AutoTwin, which has been designed for the construction industry, providing carbon management and environmental assessment tools for enterprisesWebsiteEco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.comMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:Stanley SoTel: (852) 2584 4049Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgClayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgThe HKTDC’s Media Room:  http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout 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 the Chinese Mainland, 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.About Messe FrankfurtThe Messe Frankfurt Group is one of the world’s leading trade fair, congress and event organisers with their own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,160 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2022 were around €454 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services. Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity.For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability. With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

云顶新耀艾曲莫德亚洲多中心Ⅲ期临床ENLIGHT UC研究(ES101002)结果荣登柳叶刀子刊 展示在亚洲患者中的突破性疗效与安全性

香港, 2025年10月9日 - (亚太商訊) - 云顶新耀宣布,其治疗中重度活动性溃疡性结肠炎(UC)的创新药艾曲莫德(VELSIPITY(R), etrasimod)的亚洲多中心Ⅲ期ENLIGHT UC研究(ES101002)成果近日成功发表于国际顶级学术期刊柳叶刀子刊《The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology》(《柳叶刀胃肠病学和肝病学》),标志着新一代高选择性S1P受体调节剂在亚洲人群中的疗效与安全性获得全球顶级学术期刊认可。《柳叶刀胃肠病学和肝病学》是全球胃肠病学和肝病学领域最具影响力的学术期刊之一。ENLIGHT UC研究成果的发表标志着艾曲莫德在亚洲人群中的临床疗效与安全性获得全球学术界的高度认可,进一步夯实了其在临床上的科学依据和治疗价值。ENLIGHT UC研究(ES101002)是云顶新耀在亚洲地区(包括中国大陆、中国台湾和韩国)开展的艾曲莫德多中心、随机、双盲、安慰剂对照III期研究,亦是迄今为止完成的最大规模的针对亚洲中重度UC患者的III期注册临床研究,总计纳入340名既往对至少一种溃疡性结肠炎常规治疗、生物制剂或Janus激酶抑制剂治疗失败或不耐受的中重度活动性UC患者。据悉,目前能达到黏膜愈合治疗目标的患者仅占约24%。ENLIGHT UC研究结果显示,艾曲莫德治疗52周黏膜愈合率高达51.9%,黏膜完全正常化高达45.5%。艾曲莫德在快速起效、实现无激素缓解和深度黏膜愈合方面具有显著临床优势,为包括中国患者在内的亚洲中重度活动性溃疡性结肠炎患者提供坚实的临床证据支持。在12周诱导期及40周维持期治疗中,艾曲莫德治疗组在所有主要和次要疗效终点上均达到统计学显著性与临床意义。同时,维持期治疗显示了艾曲莫德良好的安全性。艾曲莫德亚太临床试验牵头研究者、世界胃肠病学会司库、亚太消化病学会副主席、中华医学会第十届消化病学分会副主任委员、中国人民解放军第四军医大学附属西京医院吴开春教授表示:“ENLIGHT UC研究(ES101002)数据填补了亚洲溃疡性结肠炎临床数据空白,验证了艾曲莫德对包括中国患者在内的亚洲人群具有良好的疗效和安全性,在多个终点方面都显示出强大的疗效。ENLIGHT UC研究结果显示,艾曲莫德治疗52周黏膜愈合率高达51.9%,黏膜完全正常化高达45.5%,有望减少并发症、提升患者生活质量。”云顶新耀首席执行官罗永庆先生表示:“艾曲莫德ENLIGHT UC研究(ES101002)成果发表于柳叶刀子刊《柳叶刀胃肠病学和肝病学》,充分展现出其临床价值和学术影响力,进一步确立艾曲莫德作为治疗中重度UC的一线疗法的地位。作为新一代高选择性S1P受体调节剂,艾曲莫德具备最佳药物(best-in-disease)潜质,以每日一次口服的治疗方案实现快速起效和强效深度黏膜愈合,并兼顾良好安全性。ENLIGHT UC研究成果的发表为全球治疗策略提供了坚实科学依据,艾曲莫德此前已获得多个国际权威指南的强烈推荐。我们相信,艾曲莫德有望成为云顶新耀的下一个商业化大单品,成为公司未来的重要支柱。公司已于今年3月启动艾曲莫德本地化生产,并加速推进其上市进程,尽快让更多患者受益。”作为云顶新耀在自身免疫疾病领域布局的核心创新产品,艾曲莫德(维适平(R))的新药上市申请已于2024年12月获中国国家药监局受理,预计2026年上半年获批。该产品已被纳入粤港澳大湾区内地9市临床急需进口港澳药品医疗器械目录(2024年),在大湾区先行使用。此外,艾曲莫德已在新加坡、中国澳门和中国香港获批,其新药上市许可申请也已在韩国和中国台湾地区获正式受理。艾曲莫德已被纳入2024年美国胃肠病学协会(AGA)临床实践指南, 推荐作为溃疡性结肠炎的一线治疗。今年6月,艾曲莫德被纳入《2025 ACG临床指南:成人溃疡性结肠炎》,被强烈推荐用于中重度活动性溃疡性结肠炎的诱导和维持治疗,标志着其临床价值获得了国际权威学术机构的高度认可,也为临床实践提供了全新的治疗选择,进一步印证了其全球专业共识下的临床价值。从市场层面来看,亚洲UC患者数量正快速增长,以中国为例,患者人数预计将从2024年的约80万增长至2031年的近150万。而当前治疗选择仍相对有限。艾曲莫德(维适平(R))凭借突出的疗效和安全性,有望迅速切入并重塑市场格局。为保障产品可及性和供应稳定,云顶新耀已在嘉善工厂启动本地化生产项目,预计年产能可达5000万片,以持续优化成本效率。值得关注的是,云顶新耀已于8月底启动艾曲莫德商业化团队的前瞻性配置,预计在产品获批前后实现团队的数倍扩张。这一布局不仅确保了维适平(R)在上市后的高效承接,也为其未来进入医保和实现大规模放量奠定了坚实基础。业内普遍认为,维适平(R)有望成长云顶新耀又一重磅产品,机构预测其销售峰值可达50亿元。随着维适平(R)逐步释放商业化潜力,云顶新耀的收入结构和成长曲线有望迎来进一步优化。[1] 2024年《期刊引证报告》(Clarivate 2025)中为38.6,CiteScore指数值为51.1 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025

Everest Medicines Announces Publication of Etrasimod’s Asian Multicenter Phase III ENLIGHT UC study (ES101002) Results in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology

HONG KONG, Oct 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines today announced that the results of its Asian multicenter Phase III ENLIGHT UC study (ES101002) of etrasimod (VELSIPITY(R)) for the treatment of subjects with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) have been published in the prestigious international journal The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, marking the global recognition of this next-generation selective S1P receptor modulator’s efficacy in Asian patients.The published results are from the ENLIGHT UC study (ES101002), a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase III trial of etrasimod conducted across Asia. ENLIGHT is the largest completed Phase III trial to date in Asian patients with moderately to severely active UC, enrolling 340 eligible subjects who were randomized to receive once-daily etrasimod or placebo for 12 weeks of induction treatment. All patients had an inadequate response or intolerance to at least one conventional, biologic, or Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor therapy.The study results showed that, during both the 12-week induction phase and the 40-week maintenance phase, etrasimod demonstrated statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements across all primary and secondary efficacy endpoints. The safety profile of etrasimod was consistent with previous studies, with no new safety signals observed.Prof. Wu Kaichun at the First Affiliated Hospital of AFMU who is the principal investigator for etrasimod’s Asia clinical trial said: “As the largest Phase III trial of UC in Asia, the results fill the gap in clinical data on active UC in Asia. The results confirm that etrasimod shows good efficacy and safety in Asian patients including Chinese patients, with positive effects on improving clinical symptoms and promoting endoscopic improvement.”“Publication of the ENLIGHT UC study in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology underscores etrasimod’s strong clinical value in the treatment of moderately to severely active UC and providing stronger clinical evidence to support patients across Asia.” said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines.“The company initiated local production of etrasimod in March and remains committed to accelerating the regulatory approval process in Mainland China and other Asian markets, helping more patients achieve higher-quality, longer-lasting disease remission.”VELSIPITY(R) has been approved in Singapore, Macao SAR, and Hong Kong SAR. Its NDA has also been accepted in South Korea and Taiwan, China. In December 2024, China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) officially accepted the NDA for VELSIPITY(R), with approval expected in the first half of 2026. As Everest’s third commercialized product, VELSIPITY(R) has been approved by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration for adult patients with moderately to severely active UC, and is now available at medical institutions designated under the Connect Policy in the Greater Bay Area. The localized production project for VELSIPITY(R) was officially launched at the Jiashan manufacturing site in March 2025, providing strong support for its future commercialization.As a core product of Everest Medicines, etrasimod is an innovative and advanced therapy that provides rapid onset of action, clinical remission and endoscopic improvement through an oral, once-daily regimen. Following its inclusion in the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Clinical Practice Guideline as a first-line treatment for ulcerative colitis in December 2024, etrasimod was included in the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Clinical Guideline Update in June 2025, strongly recommended for both induction and maintenance of remission in patients with moderately to severely active UC.From the market perspective, the number of UC patients in Asia is rising rapidly, while treatment options remain relatively limited. In China alone, the UC patient population was estimated at approximately 800,000 in 2024 and is projected to reach 1.5 million by 2031. With its proven efficacy and safety, VELSIPITY(R) is expected to quickly enter and reshape the market landscape. To ensure accessibility and supply stability, Everest has launched a localized production project at its Jiashan manufacturing site, with an expected annual production capacity of up to 50 million tablets to enhance supply stability and cost efficiency.Notably, in late August Everest launched a proactive build-up of its commercial team for etrasimod, with the team expected to expand significantly around the time of approval. This deployment will not only ensure the efficient commercialization of VELSIPITY(R) upon launch, but also lay a solid foundation for future inclusion in the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) and large-scale uptake.Industry observers widely expect VELSIPITY(R) to become Everest’s next blockbuster product, with analysts projecting peak sales of up to RMB 5 billion. As VELSIPITY(R) realizes its commercial potential, Everest’s revenue mix and growth trajectory are expected to strengthen further, providing greater visibility and confidence for long-term investors. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

9 10 月, 2025