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HONG KONG, Apr 28, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hung Fook Tong is pleased to announce its partnership with data-driven healthy meal brand Nutribite to launch Hong Kong’s first personalised meal service that integrates traditional Chinese wellness wisdom with cutting-edge AI technology. It delivers customised nutritional meal plans for customers, offering a healthy version of “two-dish rice" featuring carefully selected fresh ingredients and nutritionally balanced dish combinations. This service elevates the popular “two-dish rice" into a convenient, science-backed and delicious meal option, redefining healthy eating.Since its establishment in 1986, Hung Fook Tong has remained steadfast to its motto “Naturally Made, Wholeheartedly Good”. Based on traditional Chinese herbal wellness wisdom and embracing both tradition and innovation, the company is committed to offering customers wellness soups, herbal teas, and a diverse range of healthy products. As a pioneer in data-driven healthy meals, Nutribite leverages advanced technology to precisely quantify key nutritional components and calorie data of each food item, providing customers with healthy food options. Now powered by DeepSeek's AI technology, it has realised the transformation from data-driven analytics to intelligent, personalised decision-making.The meal service, launched in partnership between Hung Fook Tong and Nutribite, pioneers the integration of AI technology with nutritional science and traditional Chinese wellness wisdom, offering customers a brand new personalised healthy eating experience. Customers can simply enter their personal information (such as age, height and weight), dietary preferences and health needs on the platform. DeepSeek will then use this data to generate personalised healthy meal plans, including Nutribite meal boxes that are precisely curated to meet individual health needs, and a variety of Hung Fook Tong wellness products that are tailored to the customer's physical condition, saving them the hassle of meal planning. Real-time interactive features also allow customers to adjust their dietary recommendations at any time.Hung Fook Tong offers a fully personalised service, from the design of nutritional meals to their precise delivery, making healthy eating a part of everyday life. Currently, customers can place orders through Hung Fook Tong's "JIKA CLUB" mobile app and pick up their meals at its designated stores in Hong Kong. Boasting a vast retail network of over 100 stores, Hung Fook Tong is the largest herbal retailer in Hong Kong in terms of retail network size, with over 50% of its outlets located at MTR stations. This allows customers to conveniently access its wellness products and Nutribite meal pick-up services. From 28 April to 31 May, 2025, customers will enjoy a 10% discount on meals ordered via this service.Dr. Ricky Szeto, CEO and Executive Director of Hung Fook Tong, stated, “As a modern wellness concept food and beverage enterprise, Hung Fook Tong is committed to integrating traditional Chinese herbal wellness wisdom with innovative technology to offer customers high-quality, diverse products and services that meet their various needs for healthy diets. This strategic partnership with Nutribite leverages advanced AI technology to provide customers with a brand-new healthy eating experience, marking a significant breakthrough in the group's digital transformation. Together, we look forward to creating a new blueprint for healthy eating in the market and injecting new momentum into the group's development.”Mr. Wei Qiang, the founder of Nutribite, also expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “Nutribite has been dedicated to driving innovation in data-driven healthy meal management and developing customised healthy meal solutions catering to various scenarios. We are pleased to partner with Hung Fook Tong to integrate elements of traditional Chinese wellness wisdom into our healthy meal offerings, marking an important step in deepening our presence in the healthy catering market. We look forward to a close collaboration that will create more innovative value to the market and reshape the future of healthy eating.”Click to download images: https://bit.ly/44yMMSGAccess Meal ordering platform (mobile only) via JIKA CLUB:Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/hk/app/%E9%B4%BB%E7%A6%8F%E5%A0%82/id509466853?l=en-GBAndroid: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hungfooktong.hft&pcampaignid=web_share Designated stores for self-pickup: https://bit.ly/3Gp0aPfAbout Hung Fook Tong (Stock Code: 1446)Established in 1986 and listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited in July 2014, Hung Fook Tong is a modern wellness concept food and beverage enterprise, offering a wide range of additive-free healthy food products for more than 35 years. Currently, it has over 100 retail shops in Hong Kong, thus it is the top retailer of Chinese herbal products in Hong Kong in terms of the number of retail shops. To capture the growth potential of the huge consumer market in Mainland China, the Group's long shelf-life drinks and fresh drinks are sold to third party retailers and distributors covering a number of cities in Mainland China.Website: www.hungfooktong.comAbout NutribiteNutribite is an innovative Hong Kong healthy catering brand that combines DeepSeek’s core AI algorithm with a digital nutrition database to create its "AI Healthy Meal" smart catering solution. Each meal box is labelled with key nutritional information, including calories, protein, fat, carbohydrates and dietary fibre, giving consumers complete transparency about what and how much they are eating.Nutribite has developed four unique core pillars of quantitative nutritional science, home-style flavours, AI personalisation, and automated service. Leveraging Japanese flash-freezing technology and its comprehensive cold chain logistics network in Hong Kong, Nutribite ensures the daily delivery of fresh and nutritious meals. With over 70 dishes developed by its team of renowned Asian chefs, Nutribite makes healthy meals no longer bland. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- The Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS) and Asian Licensing Conference (ALC) commence today for three days at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre- Some 330 exhibitors from around the world, showcasing more than 600 brands and intellectual properties (IPs) will be attending HKILS- ALC features nearly 20 international licensing industry experts to discuss the latest global licensing trends, sustainable licensing models, immersive art and technology applications, and IP innovations- The event features more than 30 panda-themed IPs, with the Beijing Municipal Cultural Heritage Bureau and two Egyptian museums participating for the first time-“Hong Kong Licensing Force” is a new exhibition zone showcasing design and IP projects from multiple Hong Kong universities.HONG KONG, Apr 28, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 22nd Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS) and the 14th Asian Licensing Conference (ALC), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), commence today for three days at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Over 330 exhibitors from around the world are showcasing more than 600 brands and intellectual properties (IPs) at HKILS. At the concurrent ALC, nearly 20 international licensing industry experts will explore key industry topics. Both these events foster cross-sector and cross-industry collaboration, enhance the commercial value of IP, and expand the IP trading ecosystem, reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a regional IP and licensing trading hub.Margaret Fong, HKTDC Executive Director, said at the opening ceremony: “These two flagship events reflect the continued growth and vitality of the global licensing sector. Thanks to our world-class experience and talents, robust legal protections, proximity to growth markets and a new generation of consumers, Hong Kong is an established IP and licensing trading hub. HKILS provides a vibrant platform for the city’s emerging creative talents who are developing new IPs.”ALC focuses on trending topics, including how classic character and cultural heritage IPs can preserve their original spirit while staying relevant. Ms Fong added that ALC will include the enduring stories of truly iconic and globally appealing characters such as the Peanuts gang and the Smurfs, and explore the potential of these IPs to further develop their reach and appeal in the ever-changing marketplace. The conference will also take a deep dive into the rich cultural heritage of China and Egypt, two of the world’s most historic civilisations, and how such timeless IP create fresh connections and generate new experiences in today’s world.HKILS and ALC welcomed Raistlin Lau, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, as the guest of honour at the opening ceremony. Mr Lau remarked: “Brands and Intellectual Property has been proven as the cornerstone of the creative industry. The annual Hong Kong International Licensing Show is the flagship event in Asia that gathers global license sources and brand representatives in Hong Kong to explore infinite business opportunities with licensees, licensing agents and traders. In the three-day fair, among the 330 exhibitors are 43 Hong Kong emerging design companies which will showcase their licensable designs in Hong Kong Pavillion, which is one of the CreateSmart Initiative projects supported by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau.”Panda-themed IPs and museums and cultural institutions from the mainland at both eventsHong Kong’s pandas have welcomed local and international visitors, giving the local economy a significant boost. HKILS features over 30 panda-themed IPs, including Ocean Park Hong Kong’s panda family IP, featuring “Ying Ying”, “Le Le”, “Elder Sister”, and “Little Brother”. For the first time, HKILS welcomes the Egyptian Museum Cairo and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation.The Mainland China Pavilion features over 30 museums and cultural institutions including Prince Kung’s Palace Museum and 14 prominent museums led by Beijing Municipal Cultural Heritage Bureau, including the Capital Museum, China, Confucian Temple and the Imperial College Museum and Natural History Museum of China, showcasing Beijing's rich historical and cultural resources and continuously enhancing the internationalisation of its cultural and creative museums.“Hong Kong Licensing Force” supports young talentThis year’s HKILS introduces the “Hong Kong Licensing Force”, aimed at nurturing original brands and IPs. The zone features 15 IPs from students at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, covering areas such as environmental protection, cultural conservation and social development. Through diverse media applications, including AR and VR experiences, these projects present the innovative thoughts of the new generation.Another initiative supporting local creative design is the Design Licensing and Business (DLAB) Support Scheme, sponsored by the HKSAR Government’s Cultural and the Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) which returns to the Licensing Show with more than 40 local designers.Classic IPs Reveal Strategies for Sustained PopularityFor ALC, Maarten Weck, Executive Vice President, Global Partnerships & Licensing of WildBrain and Tim Erickson, Executive Vice President, Peanuts Worldwide & WildBrain Brands, shared the sophisticated strategies that keep Peanuts popular and loved across generations during Snoopy's 75th Anniversary: The Beagle that Captured Our Hearts. WildBrain is Peanuts IP owner.Mr Weck said: “Brands are global, but executions need to be local. Consumers nowadays want to be surprised by diverse and different offerings, including brand collaborations. We need to think outside the box about which brands could benefit from working with you, and vice versa. That is something consumers really focus on.”ALC hosted a China Opportunity sharing session, focusing on the potential and opportunities within the cultural industry on the mainland. In the China Opportunity (1) - Hong Kong’s Unique Position to Take Chinese Cultural IP Global session were Lichao Zhang, Chairman of Beijing National Library Innovative Cultural Relics Protection Technology and General Manager of Beijing National Library Innovative Cultural Service, Pan Wei, Deputy Director of Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum (Xiannongtan) and Gabriel Kwong, Ocean Park Hong Kong’s Panda IP Creator and Co-Founder of Air World Limited. During the session, the speakers analysed how Hong Kong’s unique role as a “super connector” in creating cultural symbols with both Chinese characteristics and international appeal, facilitating cultural exports. The conference also specially invited Wan Pin Chu, an erhuist and film composer for the Chinese animated blockbuster “Ne Zha ” as speaker.ALC continues over the next two days with more exciting content, including a series of activities to deepen the understanding of ancient Egyptian civilisation and the commercial opportunities behind its IPs. Metavision Global Entertainment CEO Ethan Tang will join attendees tomorrow in the Licensing Academy II - The Future of Storytelling: How Technology Transforms Narrative in Immersive Art to experience VR and AR that bring new entertainment experiences and explore the development process of the VR immersive journey, "Horizon of Khufu".Dr. Ali Abdelhalim Ali, General Director of the Egyptian Museum, and Dr. Nashwa Gaber Mohamed, Deputy Executive Director of Archaeological Affairs at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, will participate in tomorrow’s Tapping into the Timeless Allure of Ancient Egypt: Licensing Opportunities with Museums, focusing on artifacts with potential and successful commercialisation cases, sharing how museums can expand from traditional souvenir shop models into new licensing domains.Fabienne Gilles, Chief Commercial Officer of Peyo Company, and Marie Van Buggenhout, Senior Licensing Distribution Manager, will join tomorrow’s session, How to Mix Fun and Sustainability in a Smurfy Way. Representing the Smurfs, created by Belgian cartoonist Peyo (Pierre Culliford), they will share how the core values of the Smurfs can be harnessed to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices worldwide through the collaborations with the United Nations.The Hong Kong International Licensing Show and Asian Licensing Conference are held concurrently with five other lifestyle exhibitions organised by the HKTDC, including the Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, Home InStyle, Fashion InStyle, Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair, and DeLuxe PrintPack Hong Kong, creating opportunities for cross-industry exchange and collaboration.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4lJ8Z6JMargaret Fong, HKTDC Executive Director (second right), Raistlin Lau, Hong Kong SAR Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism (second left), and other guests gathered at the opening of the Hong Kong International Licensing Show and Asian Licensing Conference.This year’s Hong Kong International Licensing Show features over 600 brands and licensing projects, bringing together top global licensors and licensing agents.Maarten Weck, Executive Vice President, Global Partnerships & Licensing of WildBrain and Tim Erickson, Executive Vice President, Peanuts Worldwide & WildBrain Brands, shared the strategies that keep Peanuts popular and loved across generations in Snoopy's 75th Anniversary: The Beagle That Captured Our Hearts.ALC featured a China Opportunity session, focusing on the win-win development between China and the world and sharing the potential and opportunities in the cultural industry.This year’s HKILS introduces the “Hong Kong Licensing Force”, a new showcase from the next generation of local talent and featuring innovative thinking in design and IP, with the aim of nurturing original brands and IPs.WebsitesHong Kong International Licensing Show:https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklicensingshow/enAsian Licensing Conference: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklicensingshow/en/programme category=all&date=allHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesFor more information, please contact Raconteur:Molisa LauTel: (852) 6187 7786Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkBetsy TseTel: (852) 9742 7338Email: betsytse@raconteur.hkThe HKTDC's Communications and Public Affairs Department:Katy WongTel: (852) 2584 4524Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2025年4月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 鸿福堂欣然宣布与数据化健康餐品牌维小饭（Nutribite） 携手合作，推出全港首个融合中式养生智慧及尖端人工智能（AI）科技的个性化餐点服务 - "鸿小饭堂"，为每位顾客精准打造专属的营养餐单，以严选的新鲜食材带来不同餸菜组合及营养均衡的"健康两餸饭"，将深受大众热捧的两餸饭进一步提升至快捷、科学与美味兼备的饭餐选择，重塑大众对健康饮食的想象。鸿福堂自1986年成立以来，始终坚守"真心制造，自然流露"宗旨，以中式草本养生智慧为基础，秉承传统与创新并重的理念，致力于为顾客提供养生汤品、凉茶及多元化健康产品。作为数据化健康餐的引领者，Nutribite则运用先进科技，将每一份食物的关键营养成分和热量精准数据化，为顾客提供健康的餐饮选择，最新更利用DeepSeek，以 AI 科技为核心，实现从数据驱动到智能个性化决策的转型升级。鸿福堂及Nutribite联合推出的"鸿小饭堂"突破性地将人工智能技术与营养学及传统养生智慧相结合，为消费者带来崭新的个性化健康餐饮体验。顾客只需在平台输入个人资料（如年龄、身高、体重）、饮食偏好、健康需求等，DeepSeek便会利用这些数据生成个性化的健康餐饮方案，包括 Nutribite 精心配搭、符合个人身体需要的健康餐，以及适合顾客体质、多元化的鸿福堂养生产品，让顾客不必再纠结于食物搭配。透过实时互动功能，顾客亦可随时调整饮食建议。"鸿小饭堂"从营养设计到精准配送，实现全流程的个性化服务，让健康饮食成为每个人的日常。现时，顾客只要透过鸿福堂"自家CLUB"会员应用程式下单，即可在鸿福堂香港指定门店自取订购的餐点。鸿福堂拥有庞大的零售网络，已有超过100间分店，以店铺数量计算，为香港最大的中式草本产品零售商，其中更有超过50%的分店位于港铁站内，随时随地为顾客提供养生产品及Nutribite餐点自取服务。顾客于2025年4月28日到5月31日期间订购"鸿小饭堂"餐点即可获得9折优惠。鸿福堂行政总裁兼执行董事司徒永富博士表示："作为现代健康概念饮食企业，鸿福堂致力以传统中式草本养生智慧结合创新科技为顾客提供优质及多元化的产品和服务，满足不同顾客对健康饮食的需求。是次与 Nutribite 的战略合作利用到先进的人工智能技术，为顾客带来全新的健康餐饮体验，标志着集团在数字化转型中的一大突破。我们期待双方未来在市场上携手共进，共同描绘健康饮食的新蓝图，为集团的发展注入新的动力。"Nutribite维小饭创始人魏强先生亦为合作感到兴奋："Nutribite 一直致力于推动数据化健康餐饮管理的创新，开发适用于多种场景的个性化健康餐解决方案。我们很高兴与鸿福堂合作，为我们的健康餐配合中式养生智慧原素，是我们深化健康饮食市场的重要一步。我们期待双方紧密合作，为市场带来更多创新价值，重塑健康饮食的未来。"按此下载图片：https://bit.ly/44yMMSG鸿福堂"自家CLUB"应用程式(请经此应用程序进入"鸿小饭堂"订餐平台 - 仅适用于手机）：Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/hk/app/%E9%B4%BB%E7%A6%8F%E5%A0%82/id509466853?l=en-GBAndroid:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hungfooktong.hft&pcampaignid=web_share自取餐点的指定门店：https://bit.ly/3Gp0aPf关于鸿福堂鸿福堂创立于 1986 年，于2014年7月在香港联合交易所有限公司主板上市(股份代号：1446)，为一间推广健康饮食概念的现代化企业，30多年来提供多元化的无添加健康产品。目前，集团于香港共有超过100家自营零售店，按零售网络计算，鸿福堂为全港最大中式草本产品零售商。为把握中国内地庞大消费市场的增长潜力，集团向第三方零售商及分销商销售保鲜饮品，覆盖多个中国内地城市。关于Nutribite维小饭Nutribite是香港创新型健康餐饮品牌，透过DeepSeek核心算法与数字化营养数据库的深度结合，打造出"AI健康餐"的智能餐饮解决方案，对每一份餐都进行了营养数据的标识，清晰标示"卡路里、蛋白质、脂肪、碳水化合物、膳食纤维"，让消费者对吃什么、吃多少一目了然。Nutribite独创"营养科学量化+家常化口味+AI个性化定制+自动化服务"四大核心体系，依托日本速冷锁鲜技术及覆盖全港的冷链物流网络，确保每日营养新鲜直达；亚洲名厨团队亲自研发70余款菜品，让健康餐告别单调口味。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

POOLER, GEORGIA, Apr 29, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HydroFleet, Inc. ("HydroFleet") is excited to announce the construction of its new hydrogen production and refueling station at the new HTWO Energy Savannah site in Pooler, Georgia. This state-of-the-art facility represents a significant investment in clean energy and sustainable transportation solutions, aimed at servicing zero-emission FCEV heavy trucks. This investment will significantly enhance the region's clean energy infrastructure, supporting zero-emission heavy-duty trucks and other clean energy vehicles, including port applications and nearby rail, while contributing to a sustainable future.HTWO Energy Savannah Refueling BayHTWO Energy Savannah Station Depictions are Represented for the Planned Pooler, GA, Facility"Pooler is an ideal location for HydroFleet's facility due to the proximity to major interstates, the Port of Savannah, and prospective fleet customers," said Scott Moe, President and CEO, HydroFleet, expressing his enthusiasm for the project. "We know customers want zero-emission fleets but have struggled to source the entire hydrogen ecosystem at a competitive price. Through strategic partnerships and proven, safe technology, HydroFleet solves this challenging industry problem. We look forward to partnering with Pooler to lead the clean energy transition to cost-effective, emission-free heavy truck fleets here in Georgia and across the U.S."HydroFleet's investment in Pooler is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the area, creating jobs and positioning Pooler, and the greater Savannah, GA, area, as a leader in clean energy solutions. The facility will utilize advanced hydrogen production and distribution technology to reduce emissions and noise pollution, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future for the community."HTWO Energy Savannah is a breakthrough hydrogen production and refueling station for the heavy-duty trucking industry, allowing zero-emissions trucks to quickly and easily refuel at a single convenient location in the Savannah region," said Jim Park, SVP, commercial vehicle and hydrogen fuel cell business, Hyundai Motor North America. "The HTWO Energy Savannah hydrogen station will also truly fulfill our vision for Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America ("HMGMA") Clean Logistics, allowing our innovative new electric vehicle plant to transport plant shipments within a clean, zero-emissions ecosystem.""This marks a significant step forward in the decarbonization of emissions-intensive port operations and major logistics corridors," said Jonathan Choi, CEO, HTWO Logistics. "HTWO Energy Savannah provides hydrogen fuel for our Hyundai XCIENT hydrogen-powered class 8 truck fleet, which provides clean logistics for Hyundai's new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America."John Porter, CEO of Capital Development Partners, the property owner and project developer, added, "We are thrilled to collaborate with HydroFleet on this groundbreaking project. This hydrogen production station will not only enhance the local economy but also establish Pooler as a leader in clean energy solutions. Our commitment to sustainable development aligns perfectly with HydroFleet's vision for a greener future."Seth Greengrass, Director, Origination of Axpo, the global energy contract provider for the project, commented, "Axpo is proud to support HydroFleet's innovative hydrogen production facility. Our expertise in energy trading and risk management ensures a reliable and efficient supply of feedstock, contributing to the success of this environmentally friendly initiative."HydroFleet also partnered with the Savannah Economic Development Authority ("SEDA") and the Southeast Hydrogen Energy Alliance ("SHEA") in development of the cutting-edge hydrogen facility. The collaboration encompassed comprehensive planning, strategic site selection, meticulous permitting processes, and robust public education initiatives, ensuring the project's success and community engagement.The deal was completed with legal assistance from Jennifer Surprenant and Raffael Fiumara, both shareholders of Greenberg Traurig LLP. HydroFleet was advised by Lazard, Inc.For more details, please contact:Leam NelsonChief Business Officer, HydroFleetEmail: info@hydrofleet.comPhone: (833) 493-7635Follow HydroFleet on Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokAbout HydroFleet:HydroFleet is at the forefront of the clean energy revolution, spearheading the transition to hydrogen-powered mobility and adoption of green technology. We equip industries and fleets with an evolving range of streamlined solutions that maximize operational efficiency and profitability. HydroFleet's versatile hydrogen solutions fuel an increasing range of hydrogen applications, making the transition to a sustainable fleet effortless. HydroFleet, Power to make a difference®. Visit www.hydrofleet.com.Contact InformationLeam NelsonChief Business Officerinfo@hydrofleet.com(833) 493-7635Related Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0wBimtWfC8SOURCE: HydroFleet, Inc.Related ImagesHTWO Pooler FacilityHTWO Energy Savannah Station Depictions are Represented for the Planned Pooler, GA, Site Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.