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HONG KONG, Nov 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 14th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and the 16th Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), hosted by the HKTDC, will be held from 5 to 6 December at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.Through forums, exhibitions, competitions, workshops, and business matching sessions, BIP Asia Forum and E-Day combine to provide an ideal platform for start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to discover the potential of intellectual property (IP) and explore business growth opportunities.Under China's 14th Five-Year Plan, Hong Kong is positioned as a development centre for eight key areas, including an international innovation and technology hub and a regional intellectual property trading centre. The HKSAR’s Policy Address further proposes expanding the IP trading ecosystem for the innovation and technology and cultural and creative industries, creating favourable conditions for Hong Kong's development in these areas.Stephen Liang, Assistant Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “The HKTDC is dedicated to promoting the development of new quality productive forces in Hong Kong and exploring new engines for economic growth. BIP Asia Forum and E-Day play a vital role in transforming Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology hub and a regional IP trading centre. The two events bring together over 130 industry leaders and more than 360 exhibitors from the IP industry, innovation and technology sector, and start-up community helping participants seize opportunities in the Greater Bay Area, ASEAN, and beyond. A highlight this year will be the Global Tech Summit which will enable attendees to explore the impact of AI across industries with valuable insights and experiences from industry experts."BIP Asia Forum Unlocks Potential of IPThe theme of this year's BIP Asia Forum is “Reimagining IP for Impact and Growth”. Featuring more than 90 speakers, the Forum will explore the immense potential of IP in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship and driving impactful economic and social development on a global scale. More than 40 exhibitors from some 10 countries and regions will showcase their solution and projects.Dr Peter KN Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, and Hu Wenhui, Deputy Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), will speak at the opening ceremony, while Xaysomphet Norasingh, Chairman of the ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation, and Wang Binying, Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), will discuss the latest trends and developments in IP during the Policy Dialogue.The Plenary Session, titled “Unlocking Business Success with IPs”, will feature Michael Moriarty, Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Guy Riddell, Managing Director of Peninsula Merchandising Limited, and Na Wei, Senior Director of IP Licensing at Xiaomi, sharing their insights on how to leverage effective branding and IP strategies, along with technological advancements, to unlock business potential and create opportunities.This year's Global Tech Summit will feature dedicated sessions focusing on the impact of AI on various industries, including communications, food and agriculture, sports, and Web3. Beatrice Ho, Co-founder of Mushroom-X; Philip Ng, Founder and CEO of AI Farming Technology (Hong Kong) Limited; Nick Balke, Head of Sales, APAC & EMEA at KUDO Inc.; and Cerena Ip, CEO and Founder of Welldify, will share the latest application trends and business expansion opportunities in their respective industries. In the Startup Playbook series, Sun Choi, Founding Partner of 2080 Ventures; Fred Li, Senior Executive Director of Gobi Partners GBA; and Andrew Young, Advisor at Sino Group and Executive Director at Ficus Technology Holdings, will provide start-ups with practical tips on global expansion, venture capital, and IP strategies.The two-day forum will also feature various thematic sessions. The ASEAN Session, hosted by the ASEAN Secretariat and the Intellectual Property Department of the HKSAR Government, will discuss IP in the arts, cultural, and creative industries. Another highlight, “Reimagining Content IP”, will feature Jake Hwang, Chief Manager of Story IP Business at Kakao Entertainment Corp., sharing insights on IP related to popular Korean dramas, webcomics, and web novels. Theodora Lau, Founder of Unconventional Ventures, will analyse AI ethical issues in the session “Responsibility of AI: Ethics, Inclusion, Impact”. This year's forum will also introduce a new session on IP valuation and financing, sharing strategies and helping attendees understand how to leverage intangible assets as a valuable financing tool for businesses.This year's Innovation and IP Market, themed “Smart City Innovation”, will showcase more than 20 innovative projects from universities, R&D centres, service providers, and IP service agencies in areas such as smart cities, digital business, smart living, AI and robotics, and transportation, facilitating industry exchange, partnership building, and business networking.Entrepreneur Day Explores New Business Opportunities in the Tech Era “Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight” is the theme for this year’s E-Day and will feature an exhibition with more than 320 start-ups, inventor projects, and start-up support services from 10 countries and regions. During the two-day exhibition, some 15 events will be organised, with business leaders sharing and exchanging insights on the latest start-up and investment trends.E-Day has so far attracted exhibitors from various countries and regions including the first ever Thailand pavilion, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion under the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand, which will feature 10 key start-ups from Thailand. The Australian pavilion, led by Investment New South Wales (NSW), will also participate for the second consecutive year, presenting green tech start-ups to explore potential opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).The HKSAR’s Digital Policy Office is also joining E-Day for the first time to showcase over 30 award-winning local technology projects at the Hong Kong Innovation Pavilion and the Hong Kong Exporters' Association will once again co-organise the annual Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions with Geneva Palexpo, and showcasing over 120 innovative projects from Asia at E-Day.The Symposium of the Alliance of Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurial Bases in the Greater Bay Area, hosted by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, will invite the Alliance and start-ups under the Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the GBA to share their success stories and promote the high-quality development of youth innovation and entrepreneurial bases in the region. Shenzhen Qianhai DreamWorks Operation Co., Ltd., an innovation and entrepreneurship platform, and Hexcubes will join investors and stakeholders in sharing insights at the event.E-Day seminars will cover four main themes: Inspirational Masterclass, Start-up 101, Global Tech Summit, and Uncovering Hidden Gems. On the first day, “T-Chat – Changes, Challenges and Chances: A Startup's Guide to Navigating the AI Era” will feature Martin Karafilis, CEO of Fishburners and award-winning entrepreneur, and Keith Jackson, Chairman of Hong Kong UK Business Forum and renowned business consultant, discussing the innovative mindset entrepreneurs must possess in the rapidly developing era of AI and sharing strategies for leading start-ups to success.The “Rising Stars: Gen Z Entrepreneurs” seminar and Start-up Mixer, co-organised with the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, will be held on the second day, bringing together outstanding young founders to explore how to leverage technology to reshape the business landscape. The seminar will explore their key success factors, the challenges they face, and how they use innovative strategies to realise their ambitious visions.Start-up Express International, supported by partners from Mainland China, France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Denmark, Sweden, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, the United States and United Arab Emirate, will feature ten global winning start-ups to share and exchange insights.The HKTDC and Hang Seng Bank's one-stop platform, InnoClub, will also host the InnoClub Award Presentation Ceremony and Networking Reception to recognise the outstanding achievements of its members in innovation and technology, with award winners sharing their success stories. There will also be a networking reception for start-ups, investors, and business partners to connect and create business opportunities.In addition, DesignInspire will be held concurrently with BIP Asia Forum and E-Day from 5 to 7 December at the same venue. The event will bring together numerous local and international design superstars, providing an exciting design experience for the industry and the public. The three events aim to create synergy and generate more business opportunities for the industry.Websites:Business of IP Asia Forum: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en/Entrepreneur Day: https://portal.hktdc.com/eday/enStart-up Express International: https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-internationalMedia Registration:Media representatives can pre-register by completing the form below and emailing it to hktdc@hkstrategies.com by 4 December to receive a confirmation email and access the websites of the exhibitions and conferences. *********************** Media Registration Form *****************************EmailSurnameFirst NameMedia OrganisationCountry/RegionPositionTelephone          For media interviews with conference speakers, please email the interviewee and questions to hktdc@hkstrategies.com by 26 November.Photo Download: https://bit.ly/3OiHWQaThe 14th BIP Asia Forum, jointly organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, will be held from 5 to 6 December 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre(The photo shows last year’s event )(From left to right) On the first day, during the Policy Dialogue, Xaysomphet Norasingh, Chairman of the ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation, and Wang Binying, Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization, will discuss the latest trends and policy developments in global IP markets(From left to right) The “Unlocking Business Success with IPs” Plenary Session will feature Michael Moriarty, Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Guy Riddell, Managing Director of Peninsula Merchandising Limited, and Na Wei, Senior Director of IP Licensing at Xiaomi, who will share how to leverage effective branding and IP strategies, and technological advancements to unlock business potentials and create opportunitiesThe 16th Entrepreneur Day will be themed “Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight” and the exhibition will bring together over 320 start-ups, inventor projects, and support services, helping start-ups and SMEs to understand market trends. The photo shows the 15th E-Day last year(From left to right) The first day's “T-Chat – Changes, Challenges and Chances: A Startup's Guide to Navigating the AI Era” at E-Day will feature Martin Karafilis, CEO of Fishburners and award-winning entrepreneur, and Keith Jackson, Chairman of the Hong Kong UK Business Forum and renowned business consultant, as keynote speakers. They will discuss the innovative mindset entrepreneurs must possess in the rapidly developing era of AI and share strategies for leading start-ups to success(From left to right) “Rising Stars: Gen Z Entrepreneurs” brings together Ryan Lee, Chief Financial Officer of OAO Limited; Maurice Chang, CEO and Co-founder of Mindplus AI; and Ugochi Owo, CEO of Flindel, to explore how to leverage technology to reshape the business landscapeMedia EnquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Burson:Wing Chan             Tel: (852) 9518 4326   Email: wing.chan@hillandknowlton.comRachel Zhu             Tel: (852) 6816 5846   Email: rachel.zhu@hillandknowlton.comHKTDC's Communication & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong            Tel: (852) 2584 4524   Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgJane Cheung          Tel: (852) 2584 4137     Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong ’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Highlight: https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/splash/yahooinvest2024HONG KONG, Nov 21, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 2024 Yahoo Finance annual event, Yahoo Finance Invest, was grandly held on November 19, achieving a remarkable 1,500,000 online views. This year, multiple forces have influenced the economy in unprecedented ways, including the rise of artificial intelligence, changes in the policies of the U.S. Federal Reserve, and the intense U.S. presidential election buildup and resolution, leaving investors still grappling with their implications.In light of this, Yahoo Finance Invest brought together elite speakers from the global investment community. A unique combination of speakers from the U.S. and distinguished speakers from Hong Kong provides a comprehensive regional perspective, including decision-makers from major corporations and governments with thought leaders, to share and analyze the new developments and macro disruptions experienced and lived through this year. The event explored trends in the future global economic market, while showcasing new frontiers in technological breakthroughs. Leaders from various sectors provided professional insights to help investors in their wealth accumulation goals by informing their investment decisions.Honored guests participating in the summit this year included: Mr. Arvind Krishna, Chairman & CEO, IBM; Ms. Karen Karniol-Tambour, Co-Chief Investment Officer, Bridgewater Associates; Mr. Marc Rowan, Co-Founder & CEO, Apollo Global Management; Mr. Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income, BlackRock; The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBM, GBS, JP, Chairman, M+ Museum Ltd.; Mr. Kevin Yeung, Chairman, HKFDA; Ms. Bonita Cheung, Curator & Project Director, HKFDA; Mr. Chris Brown, Founder & CEO, ReThink HK; Mr. Daniel Seah, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Digital Domain Holdings Limited and Mr. Ng Sier Han, General Manager, DBS Bank (Taiwan)As an elite gathering of distinguished guests sharing their unique perspectives and insights, they provided valuable commentary and exchanges aimed at local and regional investors, as well as all invested stakeholders within the global economy.Exploring Market Volatility and Future TrendsThe summit served as a platform for speakers to discuss the latest and most influential topics and trends. The invited speakers, all leaders and pioneers in their respective fields, shared their diverse viewpoints, providing the audience with insights unique to the movers and shakers that are disrupting the way the world works and those that facilitate innovation and business operations for large enterprises that provide technology and banking/finance infrastructures. This enabled investors to access more comprehensive information and gain a better understanding of economic trends in Asia and the global market.Hong Kong has become the world's second-largest art trading hubM+ Museum Ltd, Chairman, The Honourable Bernard Charnwut Chan, GBM, GBS, JP commented on Hong Kong's competitiveness in the realm of art and culture, stating, "Hong Kong has surpassed the UK and is now closely following New York as a leading global art trading center. Over the past few years, Hong Kong has established a comprehensive art ecosystem, exemplified by public institutions like M+ Museum and the West Kowloon Cultural District, alongside a variety of private art organizations. All of this highlights Hong Kong's potential as a major art capital.”“Moreover, with the rise of 400 million middle-class consumers in China and 200 million in ASEAN countries, purchasing power and the demand for quality cultural experiences are only expected to increase, presenting considerable potential. Of course, recent geopolitical tensions have impacted certain collaborations, but I believe the fields of art and culture remain quite healthy, and I do not see any reluctance from anyone to collaborate with local entities."Video:https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/m-董事局主席陳智思-探討香港文化領域的變革-050613984.html Hong Kong should learn from Europe's transformation to help businesses seize the opportunities presented by sustainable developmentReThink HK Founder & CEO Mr. Chris Brown shared his thoughts on Hong Kong's position in sustainable development, stating, "In Asia, we realize that we are relatively behind, and even within Hong Kong, our progress is slower compared to other regions in Asia. However, this is not necessarily a bad thing. We can learn from Europe's transformation experience, particularly how they assist businesses in seizing the opportunities presented by sustainability, setting goals, and enhancing their value propositions to various stakeholders. Companies must begin to gain a deeper understanding of all aspects of their operations and value chains, while also paying attention to their impact on the natural environment. Just as businesses are striving to meet the demands for financial disclosures and ESG reporting, another wave of requirements will follow, necessitating more specialized knowledge."Video:https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/rethink-hk-創辦人兼行政總裁chris-brown-香港可持續發展最新進展-042802607.htmlMore than 100 Hong Kong designers participated in the event in Asia, connecting local designers with the global community.HKFDA Chairman Mr. Kevin Yeung shared his insights on the current fashion design industry in Hong Kong, stating, "Over the past 13 years, with the support of the Hong Kong government's Creative Industries Development Office, the association has organized numerous significant events. These activities, held in Hong Kong, Shanghai, the Greater Bay Area and other regions in Asia, have attracted over a hundred Hong Kong designers, as well as designers from Denmark, Thailand, and mainland China. The aim is to promote Hong Kong design and foster connections among designers from different regions."Video:https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/news/hkfda-楊棋彬、張潔雯：探討時尚產業的未來發展-051956154.htmlHong Kong's geographical location facilitates a convergence of Eastern and Western cultures, positioning it as an international hubHKFDA Curator & Project Director Ms. Bonita Cheung said, "In Hong Kong, we have many talented and renowned fashion designers, such as Benny Yeung, Barney Cheng and Kev Yiu, as well as designers from mainland China. I believe Hong Kong has always been regarded as one of the most cutting-edge and international of markets. Its geographical location makes it a vital hub for cultural exchange between the East and West. In fashion design, haute couture represents the pinnacle of art and craftsmanship, making this combination particularly fitting."When discussing the relationship between fashion design and sustainable development, Ms. Bonita Cheung stated, "Juxtaposed is a project we have been undertaking since 2017, aimed at integrating various aspects of sustainability. When curating exhibitions and events, I typically do not reveal the underlying concepts directly, as I hope to encourage deeper reflection from the audience after their visit. Therefore, we explore how to achieve a closed-loop system in fashion, encouraging the use of recycled fabrics and the deconstruction and reconstruction of old inventory, off-season items, and even second-hand clothing."Video:https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/hkfda-楊棋彬-張潔雯-探討時尚產業的未來發展-044837487.htmlIt is inspiring to be located in Hong Kong, and there is hope for the integration of artificial intelligence technology across various sectors in the cityDigital Domain Holdings Limited Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Daniel Seah Daniel Seah expressed his thoughts on Digital Domain's establishment in Hong Kong, stating, "We are fortunate to have received the support of the Hong Kong government. After extensive consideration and analysis, we believe that Hong Kong is the best place among many options. Imagine a powerful chatbot paired with a lifelike avatar, with a wide range of commercial applications, from education to hospitality, and even in elderly care and healthcare. If bank customers could interact with a virtual persona resembling Anita Mui, Leslie Cheung or Teresa Teng, it would undoubtedly bring about significant improvements in efficiency across various industries in Hong Kong. Therefore, we need to invest in talent and new technologies and build a more robust infrastructure system for the new generation."Video:https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/數字王國謝安-虛擬人像技術在ai時代的戰略與願景-041000355.htmlPete Wong, General Manager of Yahoo Asia, shared his insights by saying, "Following its premiere, this 'Yahoo! Finance Invest Asia 2024' recorded over 1,500,000 online views globally, garnering significant attention from various sectors. This clearly demonstrates the summit's importance to the global market and its international standing. As a trusted leader in financial information, Yahoo will continue to provide authoritative industry insights and in-depth market analysis in the future. Yahoo Finance will also regularly host impactful events to drive the industry into a new era and promote overall economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region."In addition, to enhance user experience, the Yahoo Hong Kong Finance website has undergone significant updates, presenting a completely new look. They comprise:New HomepageThe new homepage is designed to help users navigate easily, and quickly find the content they need, offering the latest market insights while allowing users to explore various Yahoo Finance products. At the top of the homepage, there is a prominent information section next to a news area, along with a video section that provides a variety of engaging content. Below, there is an investment insights area featuring data on the top gainers and losers, as well as the most active stocks, alongside thematic modules and a stream of the latest news.New Customizable ToolbarThe new customizable toolbar allows users to tailor their experience by adding or removing features according to their preferences. This toolbar provides quick access to essential tools, market data, and personalized settings, enabling users to efficiently manage and monitor their investments. Users can easily navigate to their favorite sections and stay updated with relevant information that matters most to them.Newly Redesigned Quote PageThe newly redesigned quote page offers a more intuitive and user-friendly layout, making it easier for users to access real-time market data and stock information. Enhanced features include detailed charts, key metrics, and comprehensive analysis, allowing users to quickly evaluate stock performance. The updated design also integrates news and insights related to specific stocks, providing a holistic view of the market and helping users make informed investment decisions.Comprehensive Portfolio PageThe enhanced portfolio page provides users with a more comprehensive overview of their investments. It includes detailed performance metrics, real-time data, and insightful analytics to help users track their portfolio's progress effectively. Users can easily view asset allocation, gain/loss summaries, and relevant news updates for their holdings. This improved layout allows for better organization and management of investments, empowering users to make informed decisions based on their portfolio performance.This redesign aims to provide top-notch tools and support comprehensive wealth management to effectively attract investors. Explore the new website now and enjoy an upgraded experience at hk.finance.yahoo.comTo learn more about Yahoo Finance Invest or to view the summit content, please visit: https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/splash/yahooinvest2024‚About YahooYahoo is a global media and tech company that connects people to their passions. We reach nearly 900 million people around the world, bringing them closer to what they love—from finance and sports, to shopping, gaming and news—with the trusted products, content and tech that fuel their day. For partners, we provide a full-stack platform for businesses to amplify growth and drive more meaningful connections across advertising, search and media. For more information, please visit: yahooinc.com‚Media InquiryStrategic Public Relations GroupVincent IpTel: +852 2114-4341 / +852 5498-9705Email: vincent.ip@sprg.com.hkAndico TsuiTel: +852 2114-4346 / +852 6902-3831Email: andico.tsui@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

M+博物館主席陳智思先生、ReThink HK創辦人兼行政總裁Mr. Chris Brown、香港時裝設計師協會主席楊棋彬先生、香港時裝設計師協會策展人及項目總監張潔雯女士、數字王國董事會主席兼行政總裁謝安先生於會上分享寶貴市場經驗及見解立即觀看： https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/splash/yahooinvest2024香港, 2024年11月20日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2024 Yahoo財經年度盛事Yahoo Finance Invest剛於11月19日盛大舉行，創下了1,500,000線上觀看次數。今年市場出現了多股力量以前所未有的方式影響經濟，包括人工智能的興起、美國聯邦儲備局的政策變化，以及激烈的美國總統選舉等，而投資者仍未完全理解它們的影響。有鑒於此，Yahoo Finance Invest 匯集來自全球投資界的精英講者，包括大型企業和政府的決策者，以及思想領袖，分享和分析今年所見的新變化，探討未來全球經濟市場的趨勢，同時展示科技突破的新境界。各政商界領袖於會上提供專業資訊，協助投資者累積財富及為投資決策作啟示。本年度高峰會以「投資變革與突破—開創嶄新視野」為題，當中邀請到多位來自世界各地的業界領袖及講者聚焦探討投資、人工智能及可持續發展等最新趨勢。Yahoo Finance繼往開來，繼續為大眾透過「有用、有關、有趣及有遠見」為內容策略，一系列獨家內容及優質報導，長期提供即時且包括全球市場數據及資料。觀眾可以了解到眾多與市場熱門議題相關，包括科技和人工智能所帶來的轉型潛力、不同行業的致勝之道以至金融科技的發展等之最新資訊及專業見解。此外，高峰會亦深入探討粵港澳大灣區以及亞洲經濟環境帶來重要影響。參與高峰會的嘉賓包括(以英文名字母排行)：M+博物館主席陳智思先生、香港時裝設計師協會策展人及項目總監張潔雯女士、IBM董事長兼執行長Mr. Arvind Krishna、ReThink HK 創辦人及行政總裁 Mr. Chris Brown、數字王國董事會主席兼行政總裁謝安先生、橋水基金共同投資長Ms. Karen Karniol-Tambour、星展銀行（台灣）總經理黃思翰先生、阿波羅全球管理公司聯合創辦人兼首席執行長Mr. Marc Rowan、貝萊德投信全球固定收益首席投資長Mr. Rick Rieder及香港時裝設計師協會主席楊棋彬先生。一眾星級嘉賓分享他們的獨特視野及看法，為投資者及全球經濟作見解及交流。探索投資市場波動及未來市場趨勢高峰會作為一個平台供市場領袖研討最新及具影響力的議題，是次邀請到的各位講者均在他們的專業中扮演領導者及先驅者，在高峰會期間分享了他們的多元觀點，為觀眾提供由決策者出發的觀點，使各位投資者能接收更全面的資訊，了解亞洲乃至全球經濟市場走勢。香港已成為全球第二大藝術交易中心M+博物館主席陳智思先生，GBM，GBS，JP在分享對於香港於藝術文化上的競爭力時表示：「香港在全球最大藝術交易中心上經已超英趕美，緊隨紐約。過去香港建立了一個完整的藝術生態系統，如公營的M+博物館及西九文化區，或是各式各樣的私營藝術機構，這一切都彰顯香港作為幾年藝術重鎮的潛力。同時，隨著中國四億及東盟國家兩億中產階級的崛起，人們的購買力及對於更優質的文化體驗只會向上攀升，潛力相當可觀。當然近年會因地緣政治的緊張，個別合作因而受到影響，但於藝術和文化方化領域我認為相當健康，看不到有任何人會拒絕於本港單位合作。」影片：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/m-董事局主席陳智思-探討香港文化領域的變革-050613984.html 香港應學習歐洲的轉型，協助企業捉緊可持續發展帶來的機遇ReThink HK 創辦人及行政總裁 Mr. Chris Brown分享他對於香港於可持續發展的地位時，表示：「在亞洲，我們意識到自己相對落後，甚至在香港也比亞洲其他地區遲緩，但這不一定是壞事。我們可以借鑒歐洲的轉型經驗，特別是他們如何幫助企業把握可持續性帶來的機遇，設定目標，並提升對不同持份者的價值主張。企業必須開始深入了解其業務運作及價值鏈的各個方面，並關注對自然環境的影響。正如企業正在努力滿足財務披露和 ESG 報告的需求，另一波要求也將隨之而來，這將需要更專業的知識。」影片：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/rethink-hk-創辦人兼行政總裁chris-brown-香港可持續發展最新進展-042802607.html超過100位香港設計師參與亞洲地區活動，為本地設計師連接世界香港時裝設計師協會主席楊棋彬先生分享了現今香港時裝設計產業時，表示：「在過去的13年間，在香港政府文創產業發展處的支持下，協會舉辦了多項重要活動，包括在香港、上海、大灣區及亞洲其他地區進行的活動，吸引了過百位香港設計師參加，還有來自丹麥、泰國及中國內地的設計師參與，旨在推廣香港設計，並促進不同地區設計師之間的交流與聯繫。」影片：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/news/hkfda-楊棋彬、張潔雯：探討時尚產業的未來發展-051956154.html香港地理位置促成東西文化交匯點，面向國際香港時裝設計師協會策展人及項目總監張潔雯女士被問到香港時裝設計於香港擔任什麼角色時，她說：「在香港，我們擁有許多才華橫溢及著名的時裝設計師，如楊遠振、鄭兆良和姚子裕，以及來自中國內地的設計師等。我認為香港一直被視為最尖端且國際化的市場之一，地理位置使其成為東西方文化交流的重要樞紐。在時裝設計方面，高級定製服代表著藝術與工藝的極致，因此這兩者的結合非常契合」談及時裝設計與可持續發展的關係時，張潔雯女士說道：「Juxtaposed是我們自2017年以來進行的一個項目，旨在整合可持續發展的各個層面。在策劃展覽和活動時，我通常不會直接給出背後意念，而希望觀眾在參觀後能有更多的思考。因此，我們探索如何實現時裝循環的閉環，鼓勵使用回收面料，並將舊庫存、過季商品，甚至二手衣物進行解構和重構。」影片：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/hkfda-楊棋彬-張潔雯-探討時尚產業的未來發展-044837487.html為座落香港感振奮，期望為本港各業投入人工智能技術數字王國董事會主席兼行政總裁謝安先生表達他對於數字王國於香港落地時說：「我們很幸運獲得香港政府的青睞，經過長時間的考慮和分析，我們相信香港是眾多選擇中最佳的地方。試想像一下，一個功能強大的聊天機器人，搭配逼真的面孔，其商業應用範圍廣泛，從教育到款待，甚至包括安老和醫療行業。假若銀行的顧客與一個看起來像梅艷芳、張國榮或鄧麗君的虛擬人像進行對話，定必會為香港的行業帶來更有效率的改善。故此，我們需要努力投資人才、新科技，並為新一代建立更完善的基礎設施系統。」影片：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/video/數字王國謝安-虛擬人像技術在ai時代的戰略與願景-041000355.htmlYahoo亞洲區總經理Pete Wong表示：「『Yahoo! Finance Invest Asia 2024』於首播後於全球錄得超過1,500,000線上瀏覽量，受到各界熱烈關注，足以證明高峰會的對於全球市場的重要性及其在國際上的地位。而我們作為金融資訊界的信賴領導者，Yahoo將在未來繼續提供權威的行業見解和深入的市場分析。Yahoo財經還將定期舉辦具影響力的活動，推動行業進入全新時代，並促進亞太地區的整體經濟增長。   此外，為提升用戶的體驗，Yahoo財經網頁經已作出重大更新，帶來全新面貌。全新主頁新首頁旨在幫助用戶輕鬆導航及幫助用戶快速找到所需內容，提供最新的市場洞察，並讓用戶探索Yahoo Finance的各種產品。首頁頂部設有一個重要資訊區域，旁邊是新聞區域，還有一個視頻區域以提供各種引人入勝的內容。下方是投資理念區域，包含了熱門升幅及熱門跌幅股和最活躍股票的數據，還有主題模塊和最新新聞串流。全新定制工具欄現在在所有頁面上都可以使用定制工具欄，提供快速查詢關鍵資訊的功能。用戶可以輕鬆監控自己的投資組合、關注列表、報價，並訪問其他Yahoo Finance的工具和服務，進一步提升他們在Yahoo Finance的導航深度。全新改版的報價頁面報價頁面經過重新設計，旨在成為有關公司、貨幣和其他投資工具的權威資訊來源。另外，還引入了全新的比較功能，使用戶能夠並排分析股票。更全面的投資組合頁面全新的投資組合儀表板為用戶提供了多個賬戶的全面財富概覽。它會根據用戶的持股、風險偏好和交易歷史提供度身定制的見解。此次重新設計旨在提供一流的工具並支持全方位的財富管理及以便有效地吸引投資者。立即探索全新網站，並在 hk.finance.yahoo.com 享受升級的體驗！想了解更多有關Yahoo Finance Invest的資訊或收看高峰會內容，請瀏覽：https://hk.finance.yahoo.com/splash/yahooinvest2024。關於YahooYahoo是全球頂尖的媒體和科技公司，致力於連結網民與他們的熱情喜好所在。從財經、運動，到新聞、購物和遊戲，我們透過值得信賴的產品、內容與技術，讓全球近九億用戶更緊貼他們喜愛的事物，驅動用戶每天的生活。除了服務廣大網民，Yahoo也提供合作夥伴全方位解決方案，助其成長及拓展業務，並串接跨屏廣告、搜尋及媒體等具有價值的連結。更多訊息歡迎瀏覽yahooinc.com。傳媒查詢：縱橫公共關係顧問集團Vincent IpTel: +852 2114-4341 / +852 5498-9705Email: vincent.ip@sprg.com.hkAndico TsuiTel: +852 2114-4346 / +852 6902-3831Email: andico.tsui@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

DALTON, GA, Nov 21, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TGL presented by SoFi, the new, prime time team golf league backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's TMRW Sports, announced SYNLawn as its Official Synthetic Surface Partner. SYNLawn has installed approximately 31,000 square feet of its industry-leading products across the field of play in the custom-built SoFi Center, home to TGL's upcoming season of prime time golf featuring six teams of PGA TOUR stars. Required to meet the standards of the best players in world, TGL conducted years of research to ensure the indoor, synthetic playing surface of the short-game complex was as authentic as possible compared to what these players experience regularly on professional tours."We consider the synthetic playing surface within SoFi Center to be an important part of the overall technology mix that makes TGL possible, and that commitment was underscored by more than two years of research and testing we conducted to achieve the end result," said Andrew Macaulay, Chief Technology Officer, TMRW Sports. "SYNLawn's expertise, commitment to quality, and innovative products redefined our expectations for synthetic playing surfaces and the teams of TGL players have shared high praise for the playing conditions and receptiveness of the green.""We're thrilled to partner with TGL presented by SoFi and bring SYNLawn's innovative synthetic turf solutions to such an exciting and forward-thinking sports platform. This partnership not only showcases the durability and performance of SYNLawn products, but also aligns with our commitment to advancing the future of sports and recreation," said George Neagle, President, SYNLawn. "We look forward to seeing our turf systems featured in a way that inspires athletes and fans alike, while contributing to the elevated experience TGL is creating for sports fans.""The momentum we're generating with commercial partners has been increasing significantly as we near the season launch of TGL in January. And as we pull back the veil and transition from renderings to now showcasing TGL's tech-infused playing field being played by the top golfers in the world - the intrigue about the unprecedented scale of what we're building continues to soar," said Jason Langwell, Chief Revenue Officer at TMRW Sports. "Best-in-class partners like SYNLawn are an example of a partnership that showcases not only their product directly, but how the shared values of innovation and quality merge between TGL and our partners."SYNLawn's hand-in-hand partnership with TGL is allowing their teams of pro golfers to compete on a unique system that blends technology and one-of-a-kind synthetic surfacing. For portions of TGL's competition, teams will also be hitting shots from boxes of real grass at fairway and rough length, as well as from real sand bunkers. Precision Putt™ provides advanced surfacing characteristics of speed and the truest roll possible and contributes to SoFi Center's proper bounce, check, and roll playing conditions. SYNLawn products used within TGL's technology mix also easily contours to meet the field of play's precise design specifications, including Precision Putt™, SYNTipede 243, Tee Strike, SYNSport, and SYNBlue 949. SYNLawn's GreensMaster Certificated Installers ensure clients receive best-in-class installation, design, and technical expertise.TGL presented by SoFi Media Hub:The TGL presented by SoFi Media Hub is now open, offering media members a wide selection of downloadable assets, such as explainer content; league and team logos; player and team images; schedule information; and more. Images of SYNLawn's installation within SoFi Center are also available. Register now to gain access: www.tglmediahub.comAbout TGL presented by SoFiTGL presented by SoFi features six teams of top PGA TOUR players competing in a season-long, fast-paced competition that brings golf to prime time on Mondays and Tuesdays. TGL's home is the custom-built SoFi Center, a tech-infused venue on the campus of Palm Beach State College in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. TGL's inaugural season begins Tuesday, Jan. 7 in prime time on ESPN and ESPN+ in the U.S. and with other prominent media partners around the globe. TGL's six teams include Atlanta Drive GC, Boston Common Golf, Jupiter Links Golf Club, Los Angeles Golf Club, New York Golf Club, and The Bay Golf Club. To learn more about TGL, its teams, rosters, competitive format, and technology, visit TGL Explained.About SYNLawn®For more than 20 years, SYNLawn® has led the industry as the largest manufacturer and unrivaled innovator of artificial grass and synthetic surfacing. As part of the Sport Group Holding® family of companies, SYNLawn delivers the best products available on the market. SYNLawn's product offerings also include Calico Greens™, an upscale line of artificial wall displays. SYNLawn's turnkey network of over 120 distributors seamlessly combines environmental stewardship with industry-leading innovations. SYNLawn uses PCR content and bio-based ingredients, such as soy and sugarcane, and consumer-conscious additives, such as antimicrobials, to meet customers' wide range of needs. With more than 350,000 residential and commercial installations, the company is raising the bar for global synthetic turf standards and transforming the idea of grass. We have an award-winning, proprietary system with a large percentage of renewable content. From rooftops to road medians and rocket-launch viewing sites, SYNLawn has installed over 150 million square feet of U.S. soy-backed grass in the United States of America and over 30 other countries since 2008. SYNLawn added more soy than ever to its products in 2021. For more information, visit www.SYNLawn.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and YouTube.TGL presented by SoFi Media Contact:David SchaeferBusiness CommunicationsDavid.Schaefer@TMRWSportsGroup.com+46702877637 (mobile and WhatsApp)407-429-8402 (U.S. mobile)SYNLawn Media Contact and for Product Photos:Mackenzie Smith574-524-5916 (mobile)mackenzie@labearcommunications.comContact InformationSYNLawn Media Contact and for Product Photos:Mack Smithmackenzie@labearcommunications.com574-524-5916TGL presented by SoFi Media Contact:David SchaeferBusiness Communicationsdavid.schaefer@tmrwsportsgroup.com407-429-8402 (U.S. mobile)SOURCE: SYNLawn Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Nov 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - BDO, the world’s fifth largest accountancy and advisory network, has been organising the BDO ESG Awards since 2018, becoming a pioneer in advocating companies’ acceptance of their social responsibilities through the integration of sustainable practices into their business models. Entering its sixth anniversary, the Awards received a record high nomination compared with previous years, with more than 110 applications. BDO will continue to promote the development of enterprises in the field of environmental, social and governance (ESG). BDO recognises Hong Kong-listed companies that have excelled in areas of ESG through the Awards, and encourage more companies to work together for a greener and more climate-resilient future.  The BDO ESG Awards has been well received by listed companies in Hong Kong, and this year, as in previous years, received an overwhelming number of nominations. The winners of the various categories, including the Best in ESG Awards, the Best in Reporting Awards, the ESG Report of the Year Awards, the Theme Award and the Outstanding ESG Performance of H-share Companies Awards, will be officially announced at the BDO ESG Awards Presentation Ceremony on 11 December 2024. This year’s Theme Award again commends listed companies that have adopted best practices in ‘carbon neutrality’, highlighting the key role that companies play in mitigating climate change and shaping a zero-carbon, greener, and more climate-resilient future. Companies that are committed to achieving ‘net-zero’ carbon emissions and have demonstrated excellence in the following areas are eligible to compete for the Theme Award:I.Biggest reduction in carbon emissions (absolute and intensity) from business for the year;II.Carbon reduction initiatives launched during the year that could significantly reduce carbon emissions from business in the long-run;III.Long-term vision and action plans implemented to achieve carbon neutrality Ricky Cheng, Director and Head of Risk Advisory of BDO, said, “We are pleased that this year's BDO ESG Awards has again been a huge success, receiving an overwhelming response. A record number of over a hundred listed companies have submitted applications, reflecting a growing number of companies that are committed to sustainable development and have practically integrated ESG principles and climate change considerations into their business strategies. Although companies are paying increasing attention to ESG and climate change issues, BDO, as an advocate for sustainable development, hopes to leverage the annual Awards to continuously raise public awareness of the importance of these issues. The Awards not only recognises companies that have demonstrated excellence in ESG performance and fulfilled their ESG commitments, but also motivates others to make greater efforts to build a zero-carbon future.” On 19 April 2024, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) released the results of a consultation on climate disclosure requirements and published the “Implementation Guidance for Climate Disclosures under HKEX ESG reporting framework”. With reference to IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures, HKEX’s Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Code (ESG Code)1 will require issuers to make climate-related disclosures in phases starting 1 January 2025 to further enhance the quality, consistency and comparability of climate-related disclosures in Hong Kong's financial industry. By aligning with international standards and providing options with less burden, HKEX encourages issuers to disclose relevant information without undue burden. Ricky added, "Climate change and global warming are serious challenges facing all of humanity. To address these environmental issues, in addition to relying on various government initiatives such as ‘Hong Kong's Climate Action Plan 2050’ and the ongoing update of the climate risk reporting regulations for listed companies by HKEX, we still need the support of society and businesses to realise carbon emission reduction and promote the green and sustainable development of Hong Kong. BDO believes, the mission of safeguarding and ensuring a sustainable future for all mankind can only be achieved if companies from all sectors act from the heart and understand their responsibility and importance in promoting long-term net-zero carbon emissions in their business operations. By formulating a clear and effective carbon neutrality blueprint, companies can progressively meet their carbon reduction commitments and create sustainable long-term value for stakeholders and the next generation, which will ultimately help enhance Hong Kong's green finance credentials and strengthen the city’s position as a trusted and leading financial hub for investors.” Note to editorsAbout BDO Limited  BDO's global organisation extends across 166 countries and territories, with more than 115,600 professionals working in over 1,770 offices - and they're all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. BDO was established in Hong Kong in 1981 and is committed to facilitating the growth of businesses by advising the people behind them. BDO Hong Kong provides an extensive range of professional services including assurance services, risk advisory services, specialist advisory services and tax services. For more details, visit www.bdo.com.hk.ContactsSala LoSenior Marketing Manager and Team Head BDO Hong Kong Heidi LauSenior Marketing ManagerBDO Hong Kong  Strategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky Lee Yoko LiTel +852 2218 3042Mobile +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hk Tel +852 2218 2325Mobile +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hk Tel +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Tel +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MIAMI, FL, Nov 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:LQR), a niche e-commerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the purchase of up to $1 million in Bitcoin as part of its treasury management strategy.In addition, the Company will now accept cryptocurrency payments on CWSpirits.com, giving customers the flexibility to purchase alcohol using digital currencies. As part of this initiative, LQR House has adopted a policy to retain up to $10 million of these crypto payments in Bitcoin, reflecting the Company's confidence in the long-term potential and value of digital assets."As Bitcoin continues to gain traction as an accepted asset class, we see a unique opportunity to strengthen our treasury with an innovative investment," said Sean Dollinger, CEO of LQR House. "In our opinion, Bitcoin's inherent scarcity and finite supply position it as a modern hedge against inflation and a safe haven in times of economic uncertainty. We believe Bitcoin aligns with our forward-thinking strategy and complements our mission to drive innovation across all aspects of our business."While Bitcoin will now be integrated into LQR House's diversified strategy, the Company remains firmly committed to its core operations. This includes executing its previously announced cost-cutting initiatives aimed at enhancing profitability and collaborating closely with its new board members to define and implement the most effective strategies for sustainable growth.LQR House will monitor its Bitcoin holdings closely, ensuring they align with market conditions and the Company's cash flow requirements.About LQR House Inc.LQR House intends to become a prominent force in the wine and spirits e-commerce sector, epitomized by its flagship alcohol marketplace, cwspirits.com. This platform seamlessly delivers a diverse range of emerging, premium, and luxury spirits, wines, and champagnes from esteemed retail partners like Country Wine & Spirits. Functioning as a technology-driven hub, LQR House utilizes software, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to elevate the consumer experience. CWSpirits.com stands out as the go-to destination for modern, convenience-oriented shoppers, providing a curated selection of alcohol products delivered to homes across the United States. Beyond its role in an e-commerce sector, LQR House is a marketing agency with a specialized focus on the alcohol industry. The Company measures campaign success by directly correlating it with sales on CWSpirits.com, demonstrating a return on investment. Backed by an influential network of over 550 figures in the alcohol space, LQR House strategically drives traffic to CWSpirits.com, enhancing brand visibility. LQR House intends to disrupt the traditional landscape of the alcohol industry, driven by its dedication to providing an unparalleled online purchasing experience and delivering tailored marketing solutions.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Shareholders can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "is/are likely to," "potential," "continue" or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations that arise after the date hereof, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, and in other reports and documents that the Company files from time to time with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). You are urged to carefully review and consider any cautionary statements and other disclosures, including the statements made under the headings "Risk Factors". Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, and in other reports and documents that the Company files from time to time with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites has not been incorporated by reference into this press release.Investor and Media Contact:info@lqrhouse.comContact InformationSean DollingerCEOinfo@lqrhouse.comSOURCE: LQR House Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- 超過80位航運、空運、物流及供應鏈的業界翹楚就行業熱門議題分享真知灼見- 會議吸引了來自超過30個國家和地區約2,200名與會者，現場交流氣氛熱烈- 多個新興市場包括東盟和中東的積極參與及支持，展示香港作為中國內地與全球市場之間「超級聯繫人」和「超級增值人」的角色香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 由香港特別行政區政府（香港特區政府）與香港貿易發展局（香港貿發局）合辦的第14屆「亞洲物流航運及空運會議」(ALMAC) 今日圓滿結束。一連兩日會議匯聚超過80位航運、空運、物流及供應鏈的業界翹楚，在20多場專題論壇上就業界熱門議題分享真知灼見。會議吸引了來自超過30個國家和地區約2,200名與會者參與，為業界及各行業的貨主提供一個共謀環球商機，建立強韌和永續的供應鏈平台，鞏固香港的國際航空樞紐地位，以及發展香港成為高質量的綠色船用燃料加注中心的目標，提升港口的國際地位和競爭力。會議期間一共安排超過300場商貿配對活動，展示香港作為中國內地與全球市場之間「超級聯繫人」和「超級增值人」的角色。打造強韌及永續的供應鏈今屆會議主題是「塑造未來供應鏈：強韌和永續」，行業領袖針對供應鏈轉化及市場機遇、可持續發展及綠色能源，以及創新科技等三大趨勢舉辦多場專題論壇。現時環球形勢瞬息萬變，供應鏈正面臨重大變革，高效的供應鏈管理在應對環球不確定性及推動企業長遠發展，發揮著至為關鍵的作用。在「引領業務升級：推動供應鏈變革」環節，億滋國際全球生產力（基準及分析）高級總監Kalyan Chakravorty分享供應鏈管理的困難及機遇。他表示︰「重新設計和建立供應鏈的韌性時，應當把它視為一個生態系統。供應鏈並非由單一個人或公司營運，而是由整個生態系統中的不同部分組成。要完全複製這個生態系統並非易事，往往會遇到重重挑戰。」在同場環節，株式會社商船三井専務執行役員田村城太郎就香港作為國際航運中心分享看法。他表示︰「香港與航運業相輔相成，這亦令香港在航運業各個層面都佔有重要的地位。」開闢貿易新路線供應鏈中斷顯示過度集中單一供應和分銷網絡的脆弱性。為了建立更強韌的供應鏈網絡，企業必須探索新的貿易路線。在「開拓新貿易路線 應對供應鏈挑戰」環節中，香港空運貨站有限公司行政總裁鄺永銓分享對香港作為國際航空樞紐，與全球市場的連繫及尋覓新貿易航線的觀點。他表示︰「除了商業層面，政府必須開拓新的貿易路線。以『一帶一路』國家及地區為例，香港特區政府正在與這些國家密切合作。隨著三跑道系統的啟用，香港國際機場的貨運運力在十年後將提升至每年1,000萬噸，這無疑是一個重要里程碑。一直以來，香港空運貨站從未停止投資，加上便利貿易的政策、非常商業友善的機場管理局，以及積極參與和合作的業界，我對未來非常樂觀。」善用科技提升物流效率創新和數字化在優化供應鏈透明度及靈活性發揮著關鍵作用。在「創新對話：以創新和整合優化數碼供應鏈」環節中，聯合國貿易和發展技術物流司司長Shamika N. Sirimanne分享如何通過各種先進科技的無縫整合，從而優化整體物流運作和供應鏈管理的看法。她表示︰「與過去從蒸汽機開始的工業革命相比，我們發現這次數碼革命是有所不同的。它是一個極為迅速的科技發展，那機遇相當短暫。除非你能及時把握，否則就會錯失良機，這也是數碼新科技帶來的影響，跟以往的科技截然不同。」發掘本地專業物流人才運輸及物流局在《現代物流發展行動綱領》中倡議籌辦的《香港物流新銳大獎》2024頒獎典禮於會議第二日舉行，旨在肯定在創新、高端、智慧及綠色物流等領域有出色貢獻及展現卓越潛力的年青物流人才。香港特別行政區政府運輸及物流局副局長廖振新擔任典禮頒獎嘉賓，黃舒瑤榮獲物流新星獎，葉芷彤榮獲傑出專業獎，創新領導獎由楊煒標、張泰業及歐嘉威奪得。圖片下載︰https://bit.ly/3UWXTPM由香港特別行政區政府和香港貿易發展局合辦的第14屆「亞洲物流航運及空運會議」(ALMAC) 圓滿結束，一連兩天的會議吸引來自超過30個國家及地區、約2,200名與會者參與。億滋國際全球生產力（基準及分析）高級總監Kalyan Chakravorty。株式会社商船三井専務執行役員田村城太郎。香港空運貨站有限公司行政總裁鄺永銓。聯合國貿易和發展技術物流司司長Shamika N. Sirimanne。《香港物流新銳大獎》致力表彰和鼓勵年青物流人才。會議一共安排超過300場商貿配對活動，展示香港作為中國內地與全球市場之間「超級聯繫人」和「超級增值人」的角色。亞洲物流航運及空運會議:https://www.almac.hk/main/en/傳媒查詢新聞界如有查詢，請聯絡：圓通財經公關：姚家楹 電話：(852) 3428 5690 電郵：ayiu@yuantung.com.hk蔡緯邦 電話：(852) 3428 2360 電郵：echoi@yuantung.com.hk香港貿易發展局傳訊及公共事務部：蘇顯博 電話：(852) 2584 4049 電郵：stanley.hp.so@hktdc.org劉茸 電話：(852) 2584 4472 電郵：clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org香港貿發局新聞中心︰http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc香港貿易發展局香港貿易發展局(香港貿發局)是於1966年成立的法定機構，負責促進、協助和發展香港貿易。貿發局在世界各地設有50個辦事處，其中13個設於中國內地，致力推廣本港作為雙向環球投資及商業樞紐。 香港貿發局通過舉辦國際展覽會、會議及商貿考察團，為企業(尤其是中小企)開拓內地和環球市場的機遇。香港貿發局亦通過研究報告和數碼資訊平台，提供最新的市場分析和產品資訊。有關香港貿發局的其他資訊，請瀏覽www.hktdc.com/aboutus/tc。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

業績亮點- 收益增長22.1%至約4.0億港元- 毛利上升20.3%至約2.1億港元- 權益持有人應佔綜合溢利增長53.4％至95.9百萬港元- 中期股息每股5.50港仙，同比增長59.4%- 憑藉有效的整合及營銷策略，旗艦品牌何濟公及保濟丸實現強勁增長- 濃縮中藥顆粒劑業務展示穩健增長勢頭，為經營業績帶來貢獻香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 健倍苗苗（保健）有限公司 （「健倍苗苗」或「公司」；股份代號：2161，連同其附屬公司統稱「集團」）為香港品牌保健品的領先營銷商及分銷商，集團今天公佈截至二零二四年九月三十日止六個月（「二零二五財年中期」或 「報告期」）的中期業績。報告期內，集團的品牌醫療保健業務表現出色。收益總額錄得約4.0億港元，較去年同期顯著增長22.1%。集團的毛利為2.1億港元，同比增長20.3％。於二零二五年財年上半年，權益持有人應佔綜合溢利增長53.4% 至95.9百萬港元。集團優秀的表現主要受惠於集團旗艦品牌的強勁銷售勢能，尤其是品牌藥分部的何濟公和品牌中藥分部的保濟丸。此外，集團的濃縮中藥顆粒業務持續增長也提供進一步支持。這樣的亮眼表現反映集團的線下及線上渠道銷售及營銷策略行之有效，從而把握品牌消費保健產品於香港、澳門及大灣區市場的增長潛力。董事會宣派中期股息每股5.50港仙，同比增長59.4%。各分部均錄得顯著增長品牌藥分部的銷售收益增長23.9％，主要受惠於何濟公產品持續的銷售勢頭。作為止痛退燒藥非處方類別中領先的家用品牌，何濟公透過精準品牌營銷及銷售計劃鞏固其市場佔有率。該品牌加強社交媒體運營，特別是在小紅書及抖音等平台上，以提高其對年輕群體的吸引力，順應數字化趨勢，並擴大其在中國內地年輕消費者當中的影響力。品牌中藥分部銷售收益增長17.9％，主要受保濟丸的強勁表現及濃縮中藥顆粒業務的持續增長所帶動。作為提升品牌知名度的持續策略其中一環，保濟丸在銷售高峰期間策略性地播出由知名歌手王菀之擔任品牌大使的電視廣告，以加深消費者的印象。此外，保濟丸亦成為熱門TVB節目《中年好聲音3》的冠名贊助商，向廣大電視觀眾進一步宣傳品牌。健康保健品分部的銷售收益增長38.9％。該增長主要受Oncotype DX安可待乳癌基因表現檢測 (“Oncotype DX”) 的穩步增長，加上集團擴大產品組合及加強針對大眾健康市場的營銷力度所帶動。Oncotype DX在香港及澳門的醫療專業人士中已獲得越來越高的認可度，特別是在公營界別。為進一步支持增長，集團與香港乳癌基金會合作推出一項患者護理計劃，向檢測結果顯示需要接受進一步化療的公立醫院病人提供費用報銷。擴展跨境電子商務及傳統中藥行業集團在拓展線上業務方面取得進展，尤其是跨境電子商務平台，同時策略性地進行部署，把握香港及大灣區持續增長的傳統中藥行業機遇。此外，集團就何濟公、保濟丸、濃縮中藥顆粒產品及雅各臣藥業在已於天貓國際開設旗艦店，以加強品牌知名度及擴大在中國內地的覆蓋範圍。此等措施顯著提升集團於內地消費者群中的品牌知名度及形象。健倍苗苗行政總裁黃一偉先生表示：「儘管報告期內零售環境充滿挑戰，該集團仍然通過豐富的產品組合、有效的品牌管理及強大的商業執行實現斐然成績，尤其是在我們的旗艦品牌方面取得了顯著成功。展望未來，我們對集團的策略定位持樂觀態度，並對持續增長充滿信心。多個主要市場因素，包括久坐的生活方式、生活水平提升帶來更高健康意識及人口老齡化，共同促進了消費者健康需求的增長動力。我們致力於卓越營運及增長策略，專注於豐富產品組合、加強商業能力以及擴大銷售平台及地理覆蓋範圍。」有關健倍苗苗（保健）有限公司 （股份代號：2161）健倍苗苗是設於香港的品牌醫療保健品推廣及分銷公司，產品據點遍及大中華、東南亞及其他選定國家。集團擁有豐富的行銷專業知識並具備深厚的製藥背景，秉承產品功效和品質至上的優良傳統，在行業內定位獨特，致力於滿足消費者的保健需要。作為本地領先的品牌醫療保健品運營商，集團擁有一廣泛系列品牌醫療保健品，包括品牌藥、品牌中藥及健康保健品，其中包括「保濟丸」、「何濟公止痛退熱散」、「德國秀碧除疤膏」、「美德瑪寶兒除疤啫喱」、「唐太宗活絡油」、「飛鷹活絡油」、「十靈丹」、「十靈油」及「鎮痛霸祛風活絡油」等家喻戶曉的傳統品牌。而自2021年 5月27日，集團獲納入 MSCI 香港微型股指數成份股。有關集團詳情，請瀏覽：www.jbmhealthcare.com.hk Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Nov 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Top executives from the IT distribution and technology vendor sectors convened today at the inaugural GTDC APJ-Summit 2024 to discuss the current position and future outlook of these critical communities. The Summit underscored the essential role distributors play in scaling emerging technology sales and adoption and developing new opportunities through digital marketplaces and alliances with hyperscalers.Frank Vitagliano emphasizes the rising value of distribution as he opens the inaugural GTDC Summit APJ.The vast scale and economic and cultural diversity of the APJ region necessitates local expertise. As vendors adopt varied approaches to managing channels, they are increasingly relying on distributors to support emerging markets while focusing internal resources on more mature communities. This strategy provides greater reach, especially in areas where direct coverage would be inefficient, and represents a broader shift towards optimizing orchestration through partnerships."Distributors are ideally positioned to bridge complex regional and in-country dynamics, with local representatives who understand cultural and language nuances to best support the objectives of their vendors and partners. Focusing on enablement programs and relationship-building allows distributors to create strategic value that ensures the successful adoption of advanced technologies across diverse APAC markets," said Frank Vitagliano, CEO, GTDC.IT spending across Southeast Asia and India is accelerating, driven by SMBs embracing digital transformation through cloud software, cybersecurity, and logistics investments. This digital shift generates increased demand for cloud infrastructure, managed services, and robust security solutions. Simultaneously, according to IDC, AI adoption is further fueling the region's technological momentum, with spending in this area expected to reach $78 billion by 2027, with a 25% annual growth rate. Distributors empower those advances while transforming the customer experience and operational efficiencies across these key sectors.Vendors also rely on distributors to meet the rising demand for AI, sales, and technical support as the region struggles with talent shortages, especially in these key areas.Distributors are meeting these demands while unlocking new opportunities using advanced data analytics. Channelnomics CEO Larry Walsh emphasized these organizations' capabilities for identifying "white space" and expanding partner networks. "While data provides direction, its true value lies in transforming insights into actionable strategies for partners. Distributors are pivotal in redefining go-to-market models, guiding partners through business-enhancing engagements and maximizing channel potential."Other Memorable Highlights from Summit APJThe summit focused on the changing dynamics of IT distribution, emphasizing the increasing importance of Southeast Asia and India in the global tech sector. Key sessions included:John Marrett from the EIU spoke to the rapidly expanding marketplace and described the ways technical innovation is changing businesses and communities. From shifts in monetary and fiscal policies to currency fluctuations and international financial institutions' activities, he highlighted the impact of these movements on the APJ's IT community.Avneesh Saxena of IDC showed how innovation affects global IT relationships and creates new opportunities for the channel. He emphasized the key industry trends, barriers, and investments and explored the evolving dynamics between partners, vendors, and distributors.Larry Walsh of Channelnomics examined the often-overlooked pieces of the vendor-distributor relationship and hit on other key findings of their recently released study with GTDC. Focused on the Asia-Pacific region, the new report shows vendors how to maximize the value of their distribution relationships.Vitagliano also moderated a panel discussion with senior distribution executives, including William Ong,VST ECS;V.S. Hariharan, Redington Limited; Luis Lourenco, Ingram Micro; Jaideep Malhotra, TD SYNNEX; and Patrick Aronson, Westcon-Comstor. Panelists highlighted how regional distributors are innovating and creating programs that facilitate the adoption of new technologies, optimize go-to-market strategies and enhance other business activities.The council's next global event GTDC Summit North America, February 19th -20th, 2025, at the Mission Pacific & Seabird Resort in Oceanside, CA. More details will be available soon.About the GTDC The Global Technology Distribution Council is the industry consortium representing the world's leading tech distributors. GTDC members drive an estimated $160 billion in annual worldwide sales of products, services and solutions through diverse business channels. GTDC conferences support the development and expansion of strategic supply-chain partnerships that continually address the fast-changing marketplace needs of vendors, end customers and distributors. GTDC members include AB S.A (WSE: ABPL), Arrow Electronics (NYSE: ARW), CMS Distribution, Computer Gross Italia (MI: SES), D&H Distributing, ELKO, Esprinet (PRT.MI), Exclusive Networks (EPA: EXN), Exertis, Infinigate, Ingram Micro (NYSE: INGM), Intcomex, Logicom (CSE: LOG), Mindware, Redington Limited (BSE/NSE: Redington), Siewert & Kau, SiS Technologies (HKSE:0529), Tarsus, TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX), TIM AG, VSTECS Holdings and Westcon-Comstor.GTDC MEDIA CONTACT: Anita LussenburgTel +31621585878Mail: alussenburg@gtdc.euSOURCE: Global Technology Distribution Council Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 北京第四範式智能技術股份有限公司（「第四範式」或「公司」，股份代號：6682.HK）發佈2024年截至9月30日期間核心業務進展，今年前三季度營收人民幣32.18億元，同比增長26.1%；毛利人民幣13.50億元，同比增長12.5%。公司核心業務先知AI平台業務顯著增長，收入人民幣21.71億元，同比增長50.2%。據國際權威研究機構國際數據公司（「IDC」）報告數據顯示，第四範式連續六年穩居中國機器學習平台市場份額第一。公司持續優化先知AI平台中AI Agent、GPU資源池化等多項關鍵能力，已實現算力層、平台層、模型層、應用層等端到端的能力供給。並通過「先知 Inside 模式」，高效打造了40餘款人工智能產品矩陣，極大拓展產業生態及人工智能賦能千行萬業的應用邊界。前三季度第四範式客戶服務深度和用戶粘性不斷提升，繼續深耕交通運輸、能源電力、金融、運營商等重點行業，期間企業總用戶數224個，標杆用戶群體平均營收貢獻為人民幣1,487萬元（標杆用戶：全球財富500強企業或上市公司）。核心業務增長50.2%，「先知Inside模式」40款AI產品為長期增長提供動力第四范式先知AI平台，是公司所有業務的內核。前三季度，第四範式行業大模型開發及管理平台「先知AI平台5.0」已實現算力層、平台層、模型層、應用層等端到端的能力供給。先知AI平台持續優化其AI Agent、GPU資源池化、模型統一納管等多項關鍵能力，同時開展生成式AI與各類生態產品、解決方案的深度結合，推動生成式AI落地進程。例如，AI Agent 提升了複雜推理及執行的精准度，並覆蓋大模型Agent設計、開發、調試、發佈、運營分析、自學習優化的全流程，為Agent生產應用提供穩定可靠保障；此外，公司也進一步提升AI Coding類產品在企業側產品功能及應用效果，降低開發門檻、提升代碼開發效率，實現了改造企業軟件交互方式、及規模化打造AI應用的目標。公司繼續創新AI商業應用模式，通過「先知Inside模式」，規模化構建可應用不同場景的人工智能產品，截至2024年9月30日，在該模式下，公司已累計打造40餘款人工智能產品，囊括智慧滑鼠解決方案、智能會議解決方案、vGPU、AI Data Foundry、大模型工具鏈、搜廣推一體化平台「天樞」、大模型納管平台Model Hub、智慧問數、AI數位人視頻合成平台、文檔數字化管理平台Smart Archive 2.0、AI+5G視頻营銷、AI質檢系統、三維掃描建模設備等多款人工智能產品，在企業中形成了規模化應用，拓寬先知AI平臺的行業覆蓋空間，為公司未來業務發展提供長期增長動力。AI Agent賦能多款解決方案，規模化打造標杆意義行業大模型本期間，第四範式進一步拓展技術、產品在多行業及場景的覆蓋度及滲透率。在產品功能迭代方面，公司將AI Agent能力加入到AIGS Builder、AIGS CodeX、及多款智能硬體解決方案中，讓產品獲得解決更加複雜的推理和執行能力。且基於強化學習技術的AI Agent形成了自學習閉環，用戶使用越多，模型推理能力越強，執行能力越準確。本期間，公司攜手標杆用戶聯合打造了一批具有示範意義的行業大模型，並加速推動人工智能技術在千行百業的規模化應用。在交通運輸領域，與全球領先的港口集團合作構建港口供應鏈大模型，為實現港口供應鏈綜合服務轉型提供智能化能力輸出，推動大模型在港航領域及周邊業態的可持續應用發展；在學術翻譯領域，公司與現代出版機構合作共建國內首個出版專業大模型，使大模型的翻譯水準達到學術出版級別，較通用大模型在專業書籍的 BLEU（BLEU：機器翻譯的主流評估標準，主要通過對比機器翻譯結果與人工參考翻譯之間的相似度來評價翻譯質量）提升 30% 以上，滿足學術垂直領域的高準確度翻譯需求。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

新加坡, 2024年11月19日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 今天，IT 分銷和科技供應商領域的頂級高管齊聚首屆 GTDC 亞太峰會 2024，探討這些關鍵領域的當前狀況和未來前景。此次高峰會強調了經銷商在擴展新興技術銷售和採用方面的重要作用，以及透過數位市場和與超大規模服務商的聯盟創造新機會的必要性。Frank Vitagliano 在首届 GTDC 亚太峰会开幕式上强调了分销价值的日益提升。亞太區的廣闊規模和經濟、文化多樣性需要本地專業知識。隨著供應商採用不同的方法來管理通路，他們越來越依賴經銷商來支援新興市場，同時將內部資源集中在更成熟的市場。這項策略拓寬了分銷的覆蓋面，特別是在直接覆蓋效率較低的地區，並代表著透過合作夥伴關係優化資源協調的更廣泛趨勢。「經銷商處於理想的位置，可以彌合複雜的區域和國家間的動態，利用本地代表的文化和語言敏銳度來最好地支持供應商和合作夥伴的目標。專注於賦能計劃和關係建設，經銷商能夠創造戰略價值，確保先進技術在亞太地區的成功應用，」GTDC 執行長Frank Vitagliano 表示。東南亞和印度的 IT 支出正在加速成長，中小企業透過雲端軟體、網路安全和物流投資來推動數位轉型。這種數位化轉型帶來了對雲端基礎架構、託管服務和強大安全解決方案的更高需求。同時，根據 IDC 的數據，人工智慧的採用進一步推動了該地區的技術勢頭，預計到 2027 年該領域的支出將達到 780 億美元，年增長率為 25%。經銷商在推動這些技術進步的同時，改善了客戶體驗，並提高了這些關鍵領域的營運效率。在該地區人才短缺尤其嚴重的關鍵領域，如 AI、銷售和技術支援方面，供應商也依賴經銷商來滿足日益增長的需求。分銷商在滿足這些需求的同時，透過先進的數據分析技術解鎖了新的機會。 Channelnomics 的執行長 Larry Walsh 強調了這些組織在識別「空白市場」和擴展合作夥伴網路方面的能力。他指出：「雖然數據提供了方向，但其真正的價值在於將洞察轉化為合作夥伴的可執行策略。經銷商在重新定義市場進入模式方面發揮了關鍵作用，引導合作夥伴進行能夠增強業務的互動，並最大化通路潛力。亞太峰會的其他精彩亮點高峰會重點探討了 IT 分銷的動態變化，並強調了東南亞和印度在全球科技產業中的日益重要性。主要議程包括：EIU 的 John Marrett 發表了關於快速擴展的市場的演講，描述了技術創新如何改變企業和社區。他深入分析了貨幣和財政政策的變化、匯率波動及國際金融機構的活動對亞太區 IT 社群的影響。IDC 的 Avneesh Saxena 展示了創新如何影響全球 IT 關係並為通路創造新的機會。他強調了關鍵產業趨勢、障礙和投資情況，並探討了合作夥伴、供應商和經銷商之間不斷發展的動態關係。Channelnomics 的 Larry Walsh 分析了供應商與經銷商關係中常被忽視的要素，並分享了他們與 GTDC 合作發布的新研究的關鍵發現。該報告聚焦於亞太地區，向供應商展示如何最大化分銷關係的價值。Vitagliano 主持了一個高級分銷高管小組討論，參與者包括 VST ECS 的 William Ong、Redington Limited 的 V.S. Hariharan、Ingram Micro 的 Luis Lourenco、TD SYNNEX 的 Jaideep Malhotra 和 Westcon-Comstor 的 Patrick Aronson。小組成員重點介紹了區域分銷商如何創新，創建推動新技術應用的項目，優化市場進入策略並增強其他業務活動。下一場 GTDC 全球活動是 GTDC 北美高峰會，將於 2025 年 2 月 19 日至 20 日在加州奧申賽德的 Mission Pacific & Seabird Resort 舉行。更多詳細資訊將很快公佈。關於 GTDC全球技術分銷委員會 (GTDC) 是一個行業聯盟，代表了全球領先的科技經銷商。 GTDC 成員透過多樣化的業務管道推動全球產品、服務和解決方案的年銷售額約 1,600 億美元。 GTDC 會議支援策略供應鏈合作夥伴關係的發展和擴展，不斷滿足供應商、終端客戶和經銷商在快速變化的市場中的需求。GTDC 成員包括AB S.A (華沙證券交易所: ABPL)、Arrow Electronics (NYSE: ARW)、CMS Distribution、Computer Gross Italia (米蘭證券交易所: SES)、D&H Distributing、ELKO、Esprinet (米蘭證券交易所所: PRT.MI)、Exclusive Networks (巴黎證券交易所: EXN)、Exertis、Infinigate、Ingram Micro (NYSE: INGM)、Intcomex、Logicom (塞浦路斯證券交易所: LOG)、Mindware、Redington Limited (孟買/國家證券交易所: Redington)、Siewert & Kau、SiS Technologies (香港證券交易所: 0529)、Tarsus、TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX)、TIM AG、VSTECS Holdings 和Westcon-Comstor。GTDC 媒體聯絡方式:Anita LussenburgTel +31621585878Mail: alussenburg@gtdc.eu資料來源: Global Technology Distribution Council Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 全球第五大會計及諮詢網絡BDO自2018年起舉辦BDO環境、社會及管治大獎，鼓勵企業將可持續發展納入業務模式，藉以承擔社會責任，是可持續發展的倡導者。大獎成立至今踏入第六年，提名反應成歷年之冠，接獲超過110家公司參選。BDO將一如既往推動企業在環境、社會及管治（ESG）方面的發展，藉大獎表彰在ESG各個領域表現卓越的香港上市公司，並鼓勵更多企業一同為更環保、更能應對氣候變化的未來而努力。BDO ESG大獎一直廣受上市公司的支持，今屆提名反應一如以往熱烈，得獎名單將於2024年12月11日舉行的BDO環境、社會及管治大獎頒獎典禮宣布，組別包括「ESG最佳表現大獎」、「最佳ESG報告大獎」、「ESG年度大獎」、「主題大獎」及「ESG突出表現大獎—H股公司」獎項。今年的主題大獎繼續聚焦表揚於「碳中和」方面體現最佳實踐的上市公司，強調企業於減緩氣候變化及塑造零碳、更環保、更能應對氣候變化的未來所發揮的關鍵作用。凡致力推動實現「淨零」碳排放並於以下範疇表現出色的公司，均合資格競逐「主題大獎」：I.年度最大的碳排放減幅（絕對與强度）；II.本年度推出的減排措施能夠長遠顯著有效減少商業活動的碳排放；及III.訂立的長期願景及實際行動能夠達到實現「碳中和」立信德豪董事兼風險諮詢服務總監鄭文漢表示：「我們非常高興，本年度BDO環境、社會及管治大獎繼往開來，今年更破紀錄收到過百間上市公司提名，反應熱烈，反映越來越多企業關注可持續發展，並實實在在將ESG原則和氣候變化融入其業務策略。雖然企業越來越重視ESG及氣候變化問題，但BDO作為可持續發展的倡導者，期望藉此年度大獎，持續對外宣揚有關議題的重要性, 一方面表揚在ESG方面有傑出表現並兌現ESG承諾的企業，另一方面，推動更多企業為成就零碳未來而作出更多努力。」2024年4月19日，香港交易所公佈有關氣候信息披露規定的諮詢總結，並刊發《香港交易所環境、社會及管治框架下氣候信息披露的實施指引》。參照《國際財務報告準則S2號——氣候相關披露》（「IFRS S2」），香港交易所《環境、社會及管治報告守則》(「《ESG守則》」)[1]將自2025年1月1日起，分階段引入針對發行人的強制氣候相關披露要求, 進一步提升香港金融行業對氣候相關披露的質素、一致性和可比性。通過與國際標準保持一致及提供減輕負擔的選項，鼓勵發行人在不增加不必要負擔的情況下披露相關信息。鄭文漢補充：「氣候變化、全球暖化等是全球人類共同面對的嚴峻問題。要成功應對此等環境問題，除了有賴政府推出的各項舉措，如《香港氣候⾏動藍圖 2050》、香港聯合交易所有限公司持續更新上市公司氣候風險報告規定，更需要整個社會及企業共同支持及落實減少碳排放量，推動香港綠色可持續發展。BDO深信，守護和確保全人類共享可持續未來的使命需要各界企業由心出發，了解其在業務上推行長期淨零碳排放的責任和重要。企業制定清晰而有效的碳中和藍圖，可逐步實現其減碳承諾, 為持份者及下一代創造持續的長遠價值，提升香港的綠色金融認可度並鞏固香港作為投資者至可信賴及領先金融樞紐的地位。」[1] 《主板上市規則》/《GEM上市規則》，原名為《環境、社會及管治報告指引》。編輯垂注有關香港立信德豪會計師事務所有限公司 (BDO Limited)香港立信德豪會計師事務所有限公司是BDO會計師事務所國際網絡的香港成員所。BDO國際網絡遍佈全球166個國家及地區，透過逾1,770多個辦事處及超過115,600多名專業人員，在世界各地提供財務諮詢服務。立信德豪自1981年在香港成立，致力透過全面的專業服務協助企業成長。專業服務包括審計服務、風險諮詢服務、專項諮詢服務及稅務服務。有關詳情，可參閱網站www.bdo.com.hk。查詢聯絡盧瑞燕立信德豪市場部高級經理及部門主管香港劉玉娟立信德豪市場部高級經理香港縱橫財經公關顧問有限公司李惠兒李希彤電話 +852 2218 3042手提 +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hk電話 +852 2218 2325手提 +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hk電話 +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk電話 +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

- The 14th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) takes place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 18 and 19 November- Under the theme “Shaping the Future of Supply Chains: Resilience and Sustainability”, over 80 distinguished speakers will participate in more than 20 forums to exchange views and discuss the latest industry developments- The first day of the conference features a special address by Chan Kwok-ki, Acting Chief Executive of the HKSAR; Fu Xuyin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Transport, the People's Republic of China, and officials from ASEAN countries, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a superconnector and an international shipping centre and aviation hub- Sessions focus on three major trends – supply chain diversification, sustainability and green energy and innovation and technologyHONG KONG, Nov 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Following the Resolution of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and measures proposed in the latest Policy Address to strengthen Hong Kong’s status as an international shipping centre and  aviation hub, the 14th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC), co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), commences today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the theme “Shaping the Future of Supply Chains: Resilience and Sustainability”.  As an annual event for the logistics, maritime, aviation and supply chain industries, the two-day conference gathers more than 80 heavyweight speakers, including government officials and industry leaders, to discuss industry trends and opportunities to help promote high-quality development of the logistics and supply chain management industry.Chan Kwok-ki, Acting Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered a special address, followed by Fu Xuyin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Transport, the People's Republic of China, Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport, Malaysia, H.E. Heng Nan, Secretary of State of Ministry of Public Works and Transport, Kingdom of Cambodia, H.E. Saysongkham Manodham, Vice Minister of Public Works and Transport Lao PDR, and H.E. Nguyen Xuan Sang, Deputy Minister of Transport, Vietnam. ASEAN is Hong Kong's second-largest trading partner, with a total bilateral trade of US$144.6 billion last year. As Hong Kong is actively seeking membership of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), trade relations between Hong Kong and ASEAN are poised to deepen further. The participation of government officials from ASEAN countries in the conference underscores the robust cooperation between Hong Kong and ASEAN.Margaret Fong, HKTDC Executive Director, said in her welcome remarks: “In today’s fast-moving world, global trade has been buffeted by numerous headwinds, including geopolitical tensions and tariffs. This is further compounded by global logistics bottlenecks, rising freight rates, increased focus on sustainability and the growing uptake of digitalisation. As businesses grapple with such a complex environment, it is evident that effective supply chain management is the essential engine that drives sustained growth in global trade. It plays a pivotal role in combating uncertainty and future-proofing business operations. Reflecting the vital importance of Asian supply chains in today’s interconnected world, this year’s ALMAC will zero in on global business opportunities and supply chain management.Chan Kwok-ki, Acting Chief Executive of the HKSAR, said in his special address: “We see long-term opportunity in Hong Kong’s rise as a green and smart port.  Our Action Plan on Maritime and Port Development Strategy outlines that promising future, including building green fuel-bunkering capabilities. Just three days ago, we published an action plan on developing Hong Kong into a green maritime fuel-bunkering centre.  Combining our aviation and maritime strengths, Hong Kong has long been a major cargo gateway to and from the Greater Bay Area.”He additionally mentioned: “We will also step up efforts to develop Hong Kong into a cross-boundary, e-commerce logistics and distribution centre. This year’s Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference is all about creating a resilient and sustainable future for global supply chains.  And Hong Kong is determined to play a vital part in that promising future.”As the engine of business operations, supply chain management plays a pivotal role in combating uncertainty and future-proofing development. The first day featured a session titled “Steering Business Growth: Building an Evolving Supply Chain” hosted by Kelvin Leung, the immediate past President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport in Hong Kong. Speakers including David O. King, Senior Vice President, Commercial, SEKO Logistics, Jotaro Tamura, Senior Managing Executive Officer, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, and representatives from international brands - including Arjen van Diepen, Head of Global Strategic Planning, the HEINEKEN Company, Bjoern Neal Kirchner, Corporate Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Henkel, and Kalyan Chakravorty, Senior Director, Global Productivity, Benchmarking & Analytics, MondelÄ“z International - analysed the challenges and opportunities encountered by global supply chains and delved into how supply chain transformation and innovation could drive business expansion and foster sustainable development.A newly introduced session, “Navigating New Trade Lines for Mitigating Disruptions”, brought together industry leaders, including David O. King, Senior Vice President, Commercial, SEKO Logistics, Wilson Kwong, Chief Executive, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals, Eng. Loay Mashabi, Managing Director, Saudia Cargo, Louis Tang, Managing Director, Ocean Network Express (East Asia), and Delia Sun, Head of Supply Chain Management, DKSH. The session explored supply chain diversification and how emerging markets in Asia, the Middle East and North America can help enterprises build more resilient networks.Two Air Freight Forums explore Hong Kong’s future as an aviation hubBeginning operations at the end of this month, the Hong Kong International Airport three-runway system will significantly enhance the airport’s passenger and cargo capacity and help consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international aviation hub. Co-organised with the Airport Authority Hong Kong, two air freight forums “Cargo Aviation Hub of the World” and “Digital Air Cargo and Global Trade Ecosystem” feature experts including Tom Owen, Director, Cargo, Cathay Cargo, Dereje Derero, Managing Director, Ethiopian Cargo and Logistics Services, Ming Chan, Associate Fintech Director, Financial Infrastructure Department, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and Philip Chan, Head of Wholesale Digital, Hang Seng Bank, to discuss how the cargo industry can enhance Hong Kong’s competitive edge as an international aviation hub through collaboration in premium warehousing, digital technology, and talent development.Day 2 focus on sustainability and green energy, 5 workshops will be held in the afternoonGiven society’s greater emphasis on climate change action, more and more businesses across different industries are striving to reduce their carbon footprint and move towards net-zero emissions. Hong Kong is also committed to developing as a green maritime centre. In tomorrow’s sessions “Fostering Sustainable Trade: Embracing Future-proofing Supply Chains and the debut “Green Energy Forum: Energy Transition towards Net Zero Emissions”, Pernille Dahlgaard, Chief Officer of Government, Business & Analytics, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, Achim Martinka, Vice President, Global Airfreight-Commercial & Sustainability, DSV, Scott Childress, Chief Sustainability Officer, UPS, and Paolo Gallieri, Chief Operation Officer, Zhero, will shed light on best practices in integrating sustainability and explore strategies and technologies that facilitate the energy transition.In addition to thematic forums, ALMAC will feature a series of workshops on environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, e-commerce, youth empowerment, halal logistics, and air freight decarbonisation. Speakers from Shell Aviation, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited, Arup, and DKSH will provide participants with practical insights and tips.Following last year’s success, this year's ALMAC exhibition continues to feature three zones including Logtech Salon, Supply Chain Management and Logistics Services, and Maritime and Port Services, showcasing innovative logistics and supply chain solutions from  90 exhibitors, including three major Hong Kong air cargo terminals (Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals, Cathay Cargo Terminal, and Asia Airfreight Terminal), together with other leading companies such as Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Ocean Network Express. The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks (HKSTP) also host exhibition pavilions.The HKTDC encourages enterprises to leverage its trade platform and events to seek global business opportunities. Business matching sessions are offered at ALMAC, bringing together shippers and service providers to foster business partnerships and promote industry development.Photo download︰https://bit.ly/4fwil2mIn her welcome remarks, Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), said: “Reflecting the vital importance of Asian supply chains in today’s interconnected world, this year’s ALMAC will zero in on global business opportunities and supply chain management.”The 14th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC), jointly organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, commenced today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and will run until tomorrowChan Kwok-ki, Acting Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered special remarks at ALMACFu Xuyin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Transport, the People’s Republic of China, delivered special remarks at ALMACLoke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport, Malaysia, delivered special remarks at ALMACALMAC features three exhibition zones including Logtech Salon, Supply Chain Management and Logistics Services, and Maritime and Port Services, showcasing innovative logistics and supply chain solutions from 90 exhibitorsALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/ALMAC programme: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/programmeALMAC speaker list: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/speakerMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes Yiu     Tel: (852) 3428 5690          Email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkEdmund Choi   Tel: (852) 3428 2360          Email: echoi@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC Communications & Public Affairs Department:Stanley So    Tel: (852) 2584 4049          Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw  Tel: (852) 2584 4472          Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BANGKOK, Nov 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit buzzed with innovation and insights on October 17, 2024, as rockbird media's Retail & E-Commerce Summit Asia (RESA) brought together industry leaders to explore "Retail Revolution: Illuminating Digital Drivers for Growth and Security." This landmark event showcased Thailand's burgeoning role in Southeast Asia's digital retail landscape, offering a platform for executives across diverse sectors to engage with cutting-edge strategies and technologies.The summit, which saw increased attendance compared to the previous year, addressed critical challenges and opportunities in Thailand's evolving e-commerce ecosystem. Discussions ranged from consumer trends and technological advancements to regulatory landscapes and cybersecurity concerns.Keynote speaker M.L. Luesak Chakrabandhu, President of The Association of Thailand Open Source Federation, highlighted the event's significance. "We have to understand the challenges, difficulties, and limitations of Thailand in terms of business expansion. We need to improve the ease of doing business here, improve our incentives for new business or more tech people to come to Thailand," Chakrabandhu said, adding the need for enhanced communication between the private sector, the academe, and the government to accelerate policy improvements.The event also delved deep into the future of digital payments, with Teeraphol Ambhai, Head of Search Experience at Bumrungrad International Hospital, sharing insights on e-wallets and their potential to revolutionize businesses. "It should be a big thing to know the challenges and also the advantages, how it will leverage business, as well as how we can use e-payment within and outside Thailand. I hope this will lead businesses to use more of e-payment in the future," Ambhai, who was also a speaker for last year’s RESA, stated.Cybersecurity emerged as a critical focus area, especially in light of Thailand's evolving regulatory landscape. Chatchawarn Jirupathum, Group Information Security & Data Protection Officer at RMA Group, stressed the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and data privacy protection. "The rising of new cyber security threats, and since we don't have very solid regulations for the retail and e-commerce in Thailand at the moment, I think is becoming a challenge for next years," Jirupathum explained.The summit featured a mix of keynote presentations, interactive panel discussions, and networking opportunities, allowing attendees to gain actionable insights and forge meaningful connections. The increased attendance and diversity of participants underscored the growing importance of digital innovation in Southeast Asia's retail sector.As the event concluded, it was clear that RESA 2024 had not only met but exceeded expectations, providing a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities lying ahead for the retail and e-commerce industries in Thailand and beyond.For more information about RESA and future events, visit https://rockbirdmedia.com/About rockbird mediaRockbird media is an international business media company that produces B2B events and offers business solutions.Whether it is through online media and content, must-have business intelligence and analytics, effective networking, and partnering solutions, we help businesses and professionals learn more about the latest trends, and know more about their customers, peers, and competition, to make that decision that allows them to grow.Media contact:Ann Jubelle De Veraannjubelle@rockbirdmedia.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.