Category: ACN Newswire

SINGAPORE, Mar 24, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Korea Agro-Fisheries and Food Trade Corporation (aT) continues to champion the excellence of Korean produce in Singapore with its latest showcase — an exclusive event celebrating premium Korean rice and fruits. The event, held yesterday at The Butcher’s Dining, featured a live cooking demonstration and tasting session, offering attendees a firsthand experience of Korea’s finest agricultural products. The event was graced by the presence of Song Mi-Ryung, the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of South Korea and Hong Jin-Wook, the Ambassador of the Republic of South Korea to Singapore.Clockwise from Top Left Image: Korean Culinary Masterclass Held at The Butcher’s Dining, Minister Song Interacting with Masterclass guests, Korean Fresh Zone at CS Fresh at Great World City, Minister Song Browsing Products at the Korean Fresh ZoneSince its establishment in 1967, aT has played a pivotal role in promoting Korean food products worldwide, f…

TAIPING, Malaysia, Mar 24, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – This Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Spritzer invites Malaysians to celebrate the heart of the season by creating new, happy memories through simple, thoughtful acts of understanding and kindness. In conjunction with the 2025 Hari Raya celebrations, from 21st March to 20th April 2025, the Spritzer EcoPark has been freshly adorned, transforming it into a festive sanctuary where families and friends can come together, reconnect, and reflect.Photo 1: One of Spritzer EcoPark DecorationsSpritzer’s dazzling decorations feature a blend of classic Malay motifs with floral elements through seven unique setups. Many of the designs incorporate upcycled decorations, showcasing sustainability alongside artistry. One of the setups features a lush, flower-adorned bower that adds to the enchanting atmosphere. Moon and star elements, synonymous with Islam, are also woven throughout the designs. With intricate details and glowing elements, the decorations create a capt…

Key Highlights:Hiring activity in Singapore saw recovery with a 3% month-on-month growth while witnessing an annual dip of 5% in February’25Advertising, Public Relations & Media sector and the Education sector lead with 7% month-on-month growth in February ’25Hiring for Software, Hardware, and Telecom roles record the highest growth at 2% month-on-month Legal sector saw the strongest annual growth at 19% year-on-yearSINGAPORE, Mar 24, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – foundit (formerly Monster APAC & ME), one of the leading jobs and talent platform, today published the foundit Insights Tracker (fit) Singapore for February 2025. The Singapore fit report highlights growth in the Advertising and Education sectors alongside rising demand for technology professionals.The tracker reveals an overall year-on-year (YoY) decline of 5% in hiring activity across sectors, as the index dropped from 108 in February 2024 to 103 in February 2025. However, a month-on-month (MoM) analysis indicates a 3% uptick,C…

SAN DIEGO, CA, Mar 21, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), a world leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), has received the prestigious EMAR/FR 145 Maintenance Organization Approval for component maintenance from the French Military Continuing Airworthiness Authority, DSAE. This approval underscores GA-ASI’s commitment to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence in military aviation.The EMAR framework is a set of regulations developed from commercial aerospace standards (FAA/EASA) that are designed to ensure airworthiness for European military aircraft. It establishes a common airworthiness framework recognized by military airworthiness authorities worldwide. EMAR/FR 145 certification authorizes maintenance organizations to perform critical maintenance tasks while ensuring strict adherence to safety, reliability, and documentation requirements.GA-ASI’s EMAR/FR 145 approval allows the company to issue EMAR Form 1s (Ret…

– ComfortDelGro, a leading multi-modal mobility transport operator, introduces a new purpose statement to reflect its commitment to driving positive impact for a better future. – Refreshed logo and corporate identity underscores the company’s journey as a global, progressive, and collaborative mobility leader. SINGAPORE, Mar 24, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – ComfortDelGro Corporation Limited (SGX:C52) (“ComfortDelGro” or, “The Group”) today, unveiled its refreshed corporate brand, comprising a new purpose statement and modern visual identity that signifies a step forward in the company’s evolution into a global multi-modal transport leader. The Group has made significant strides in growing its international business, winning bus and rail tenders in Europe and Australia, as well as building leading positions for its point-to-point mobility businesses in key markets. With a presence in 13 countries, 24,500 employees, an operating fleet of over 54,000 vehicles and a rail network of 343 kilometres in …

Financial Highlights For the Year Ended 31 December RMB20242023Change RMB’BillionRMB’Billion(%)Revenue28.8726.20+10.2%Gross profit margin (%)81.5%81.0%+0.5pptSelling and administrative expenses to revenue ratio (%) *42.1%42.2%-0.1pptR&D expenses to revenue ratio (%)17.6%16.8%+0.8pptProfit for the year6.365.10+24.9%Profit attributable to owners of the parent **3.502.33+50.1%Adjusted non-HKFRS profit attributable tothe owners of the parent *** 3.46 2.59 +33.5%Basic earnings per share, based on adjusted non-HKFRS profit attributable to the owner of the parent (RMB cents) 18.90 13.97 +35.3%Sales of innovative products ****12.069.89+21.9%Share of revenue (%)41.8%37.8% Sales of new products*****10.098.05+25.4%Share of revenue (%)35.0%30.7% Dividend per share (HK cents)7.05.0+40.0%- Interim3.02.0+50.0%- Final4.03.0+33.3%*The total of selling and distribution costs and administrative expenses divided by revenue**The significant year-on-year increase in profit attributable to the owners of the parent was mainly dr…

Highlights:Drill hole CS25-027 encountered seven (7) spodumene pegmatite intervals, with the widest continuous interval of 179.6 metres (m), followed by two additional intervals of 58 m and 91.8 m of continuous spodumene pegmatite.Drill hole CS25-024/24A intersected a total of six (6) individual spodumene pegmatite intervals, with the widest continuous interval of 39.5 m.Drill hole CS25-025 encountered nine (9) spodumene pegmatite intervals, with the widest continuous interval of 20.4 m.Drill hole CS25-026 encountered 10 spodumene pegmatite intervals, with the widest continuous interval of 21.2 m.Assays are pending on the approximately 2,570 m of core drilled in the first four (4) holes completed to date in the winter drill campaign at the Cisco Project.Drilling continues with step outs to both the east and south.Vancouver, BC, Mar 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Q2 Metals Corp. (TSXV:QTWO)(OTCQB:QUEXF)(FSE:458) (“Q2” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the completion of the first four hole…

Highlights of the Global Offering:- The Hong Kong Public Offering is expected to close at 12:00 noon (at 11:30 a.m. for completing electronic applications under the White Form eIPO service) on Wednesday, 26 March 2025;- Offer Price Range: HK$2.50 to HK$3.00 per Share;- The Shares will be traded in board lots of 1,000 Shares each;- Maximum net proceeds will be approximately HK$117.7 million (before any exercise of the Over-allotment Option);- Dealings in the Shares on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange are expected to commence on Monday, 31 March 2025;- Red Solar Capital Limited is the Sole Sponsor.HONG KONG, Mar 21, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Jiangsu Horizon Chain Supermarket Company Limited (the “Company”, stock code: 2625) today announces its Global Offering and the listing of Shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”).Jiangsu Horizon Chain Supermarket Company Limited is a wholesaler of grains and oil headquartered in Yangz…

HONG KONG, Mar 21, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – “Fencing Plus” Training Programme, title-sponsored by CTF Life and organised by Kai Tak Sports Initiative, aims to identify children aged 6 to 10 with potential in fencing through structured selection and training process. The programme seeks to nurture the next generation of elite fencing athletes, who will represent Team Hong Kong, China, to become future world champions while promoting the culture of “Sports for All” and enhancing professionalism. Applications are now open (starting 18 Mar), with the goal of recruiting 600 promising fencing students.Two-Year Structured Training Led by Hong Kong Fencing Team Team ManagerThe “Fencing Plus” Training Programme (the Programme), organised by Kai Tai Sports Initiative—the community project of Kai Tak Sports Park—and title-sponsored by CTF Life for the first time this year, aims to select students with fencing potential through a scientific approach and provide them with nearly two years of structured tr…

– Launch of TEC’s 11th centre in Singapore, enhancing its footprint in the region.- Contemporary design featuring high-end amenities, including ergonomic furnishings and innovative workspaces.- Debut of Origo Café and Bar, showcasing an innovative array of refreshments to enhance the member experience.Singapore, Mar 21, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Executive Centre (TEC), Asia’s leading premium flexible workspace provider, is delighted to announce the opening of its 11th centre in Singapore, located on level 22 of the prestigious Ocean Financial Centre. This expansive new centre encompasses over 21,000 square feet, and accommodates more than 300 workstations, further solidifying TEC’s presence within one of the Southeast Asia’s most sought-after business districts.Ocean Financial Centre is already home to three TEC centres, with occupancy levels close to 95%. This underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional workspace solutions in this iconic building and to provi…

SINGAPORE, Mar 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Venturi Partners, a Singapore based leading growth-stage consumer-focused investor in India and Southeast Asia, has announced the launch of its second fund, targeting $225 million, with a hard cap of $250 million. Building on the success of its first fund, the new fund will continue to focus on Venturi’s core strategy of backing consumer brands that are disrupting their sectors and creating innovative products and services tailored for the evolving Asian consumer.The second fund will target high-growth sectors such as retail, education, healthcare, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), with a continued focus on India and Southeast Asia. Venturi is aiming for a first close by Q2 CY2025, with visibility towards $130 million, backed by continued strong support from existing investors.In April 2022, Venturi had raised $180 million from prominent families in Europe & Asia. Venturi’s first fund has invested in 7 high-growth consumer companies across …

– More than 760 exhibitors have gathered from 34 countries and regions, forming over 30 regional pavilions with 7 new pavilions from Australia, Cambodia, France, India, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam- New in 2025 is the Producers Connect programme featuring a series of events, fostering international collaboration and supporting up-and-rising Hong Kong producers- Inaugural AI Hub pilot project showcasing innovative AI applications across the filmmaking process- Ne Zha 2 production team sharing AI special effects experience- The 23rd Hong Kong Asia Film Financing Forum sets record with 48 shortlisted projects, introducing new animation feature and Indonesian new director sectionsHONG KONG, Mar 17, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 29th Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse, coordinated by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today until 20 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The Entertainment Expo Hong Kong, encompassing …

PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia, Mar 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – This festive season, Spritzer Sparkling is set to make Hari Raya celebrations more meaningful with its latest campaign “Raya Lebih Bermakna Bersama Spritzer Sparkling”. The campaign which encourages Malaysians to think about how they express love to their family and friends focuses on how simple thoughtful things and moments in our busy lives can add more joy and meaning amongst families and friends.Spritzer Sparkling ambassadors, Naim Daniel, Dato’ Jalaluddin Hassan, and Zara ZyaSpritzer Sparkling is also adding to the Raya cheer through Malaysian film and television fans by hosting a special Meet & Greet with renowned actors, Dato’ Jalaluddin Hassan, Naim Daniel and Zara Zya, who are also its brand ambassadors starring in its latest short film. A Heartfelt Film About Family & FestivitiesWith Hari Raya around the corner, Spritzer Sparkling reminds us to take a moment to reflect on how our words and actions affect our loved ones, w…

Key findings from the survey- 53% of employees consider their salary does not match industry standards Only 28% of respondents are satisfied with their salary growth opportunities- Nearly half (49%) of all professionals expect up to 10% growth in their next appraisal- 41% of employees reported no major change in their salary over the past three years- In-demand skills (30%) and economic trends (25%) are the primary drivers of current salary trendsSINGAPORE, Mar 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Singaporean employees and employers appear to have differing perspectives on compensation, according to a comprehensive salary survey by foundit, a leading jobs and talent platform. The study reveals that while many professionals see room for salary growth, organisations are focusing on strategic compensation planning to retain talent in a competitive job market. The insights from the survey highlight evolving compensation trends in Singapore, with a growing awareness among professionals about market benchm…

Key findings from the survey47% of professionals report their salary is above industry standards42% of respondents feel their salary is below market levelsOnly 40% of respondents are satisfied with their salary growth opportunities37% of employees reported no major change in their salary over the past three yearsIn-demand skills (38%) and economic trends (24%) are the primary drivers of current salary trendsMANILA, Mar 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Employers and employees in the Philippines appear to be divided on compensation perspectives, according to a comprehensive salary survey by foundit, a leading jobs and talent platform. The survey reveals a workforce with mixed sentiments about salary standards, with nearly half feeling adequately compensated, while many others perceive a gap between their pay and industry benchmarks. Despite this divide, the survey highlights a growing awareness among professionals about market comparisons and strong optimism for future salary growth, despite recent…

Financial Highlights:(RMB Million)For the Year Ended 31 December20242023ChangesRevenue11,94612,990- 8.04%Gross Profit1,7052,061- 17.27%Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company1,0712,382- 55.04%Basic Earnings per Share (RMB)0.230.52- 55.80%HONG KONG, Mar 18, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – China BlueChemical Ltd. (“China BlueChem” or the “Company,” stock code: 3983), China’s largest chemical fertilizer central enterprise in both production capacity and production volume, has announced its audited annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024. In 2024, the Company realized a revenue of RMB11.946 billion. Net profit attributable to owners of the Company amounted to RMB 1.071 billion. The Board has recommended the payment of a final dividend of RMB0.1208 per share (tax inclusive) for 2024, representing a payout ratio of 52%.The Company’s profit declined in 2024 compared with 2023, since, firstly, its profit in 2023 included a one-time gain of RMB852 million from the disposal of 67% equity i…

MUMBAI, INDIA, Mar 13, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – SRKay Consulting Group has released a groundbreaking whitepaper, “New-Shoring: The Next Evolution in Global Expansion,” providing data-driven insights into why companies are rapidly moving away from traditional offshoring models and embracing New-Shoring as a future-proof strategy.With geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and rising labour costs impacting global businesses, organizations are actively seeking new locations that offer regulatory stability, skilled talent, and operational resilience. According to the whitepaper, 76% of CEOs now see New-Shoring as a long-term transformation strategy, rather than a cost-cutting measure.Key Highlights from the WhitepaperWhy Offshoring is No Longer Sustainable:35% of executives rank political stability as the top concern when selecting new expansion locations.83% of North American and 90% of European businesses are actively diversifying their supply chains post-pandemic.China’s labor costs …

HONG KONG, Mar 18, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – China Lilang Limited (“China Lilang” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 1234) today announced its results for the year 2024.Mr. Wang Dong Xing, Chairman and Non-Executive Director of China Lilang, said:“In 2024, amidst persistent global complexity and volatility, the prospects of geopolitical and economic environment remain complex and the impact of trade tariffs on real economy is unpredictable. As a leading player in the industry, the Group firmly promoted its strategic transformation during the year, leveraging technology to improve corporate management. It strengthened its domestic sales network and further optimized the channel layout effectively with distributors and various partners to improve operational efficiency and achieve higher quality and healthy growth.”During the year, the Group’s revenue increased by 3.0% year-on-year to RMB3.65 billion. Notably, the smart casual collection grew by 27.2%, mai…

HONG KONG, Mar 17, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust (“Yuexiu REIT”, together with Yuexiu REIT Asset Management Limited, collectively known as the “REIT”; stock code: 405) announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024.Yuexiu REIT Management Team: Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Mr. LIN Deliang (third from the left), Deputy Chief Executive Office and Executive Director Ms. OU Haijing (second from the left), Chief Financial Officer Mr. KWAN Chi Fai (first from the left), and Investor Relations Director Mr. JIANG Yongjin (fourth from the left)2024 Annual Results Highlights:- Overall operation was stable, with total revenue of RMB2,032 million (2023: RMB2,087 million).- Net property income stood at RMB1,445 million (2023: RMB1,475 million).- As at 31 December 2024, the overall occupancy rate of the properties was 84.5%, which is well in line with the previous year.- The Manager has partially waived the manager’s fees to mitiga…

– More than 760 exhibitors have gathered from 34 countries and regions, forming over 30 regional pavilions with 7 new pavilions from Australia, Cambodia, France, India, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam- New in 2025 is the Producers Connect programme featuring a series of events, fostering international collaboration and supporting up-and-rising Hong Kong producers- Inaugural AI Hub pilot project showcasing innovative AI applications across the filmmaking process- Ne Zha 2 production team sharing AI special effects experience- The 23rd Hong Kong Asia Film Financing Forum sets record with 48 shortlisted projects, introducing new animation feature and Indonesian new director sectionsHONG KONG, Mar 17, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 29th Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse, coordinated by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today until 20 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The Entertainment Expo Hong Kong, encompassing …