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业绩亮点- 收益增长22.1%至约4.0亿港元- 毛利上升20.3%至约2.1亿港元- 权益持有人应占综合溢利增长53.4％至95.9百万港元- 中期股息每股5.50港仙，同比增长59.4%- 凭借有效的整合及营销策略，旗舰品牌何济公及保济丸实现强劲增长- 浓缩中药颗粒剂业务展示稳健增长势头，为经营业绩带来贡献香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 健倍苗苗（保健）有限公司 （「健倍苗苗」或「公司」；股份代号：2161，连同其附属公司统称「集团」）为香港品牌保健品的领先营销商及分销商，集团今天公布截至二零二四年九月三十日止六个月（「二零二五财年中期」或 「报告期」）的中期业绩。报告期内，集团的品牌医疗保健业务表现出色。收益总额录得约4.0亿港元，较去年同期显著增长22.1%。集团的毛利为2.1亿港元，同比增长20.3％。于二零二五年财年上半年，权益持有人应占综合溢利增长53.4% 至95.9百万港元。集团优秀的表现主要受惠于集团旗舰品牌的强劲销售势能，尤其是品牌药分部的何济公和品牌中药分部的保济丸。此外，集团的浓缩中药颗粒业务持续增长也提供进一步支持。这样的亮眼表现反映集团的线下及线上渠道销售及营销策略行之有效，从而把握品牌消费保健产品于香港、澳门及大湾区市场的增长潜力。董事会宣派中期股息每股5.50港仙，同比增长59.4%。各分部均录得显著增长品牌药分部的销售收益增长23.9％，主要受惠于何济公产品持续的销售势头。作为止痛退烧药非处方类别中领先的家用品牌，何济公透过精准品牌营销及销售计划巩固其市场占有率。该品牌加强社交媒体运营，特别是在小红书及抖音等平台上，以提高其对年轻群体的吸引力，顺应数字化趋势，并扩大其在中国内地年轻消费者当中的影响力。品牌中药分部销售收益增长17.9％，主要受保济丸的强劲表现及浓缩中药颗粒业务的持续增长所带动。作为提升品牌知名度的持续策略其中一环，保济丸在销售高峰期间策略性地播出由知名歌手王菀之担任品牌大使的电视广告，以加深消费者的印象。此外，保济丸亦成为热门TVB节目《中年好声音3》的冠名赞助商，向广大电视观众进一步宣传品牌。健康保健品分部的销售收益增长38.9％。该增长主要受Oncotype DX安可待乳癌基因表现检测 ("Oncotype DX") 的稳步增长，加上集团扩大产品组合及加强针对大众健康市场的营销力度所带动。Oncotype DX在香港及澳门的医疗专业人士中已获得越来越高的认可度，特别是在公营界别。为进一步支持增长，集团与香港乳癌基金会合作推出一项患者护理计划，向检测结果显示需要接受进一步化疗的公立医院病人提供费用报销。扩展跨境电子商务及传统中药行业集团在拓展线上业务方面取得进展，尤其是跨境电子商务平台，同时策略性地进行部署，把握香港及大湾区持续增长的传统中药行业机遇。此外，集团就何济公、保济丸、浓缩中药颗粒产品及雅各臣药业在已于天猫国际开设旗舰店，以加强品牌知名度及扩大在中国内地的覆盖范围。此等措施显著提升集团于内地消费者群中的品牌知名度及形象。健倍苗苗行政总裁黄一伟先生表示：「尽管报告期内零售环境充满挑战，该集团仍然通过丰富的产品组合、有效的品牌管理及强大的商业执行实现斐然成绩，尤其是在我们的旗舰品牌方面取得了显著成功。展望未来，我们对集团的策略定位持乐观态度，并对持续增长充满信心。多个主要市场因素，包括久坐的生活方式、生活水平提升带来更高健康意识及人口老龄化，共同促进了消费者健康需求的增长动力。我们致力于卓越营运及增长策略，专注于丰富产品组合、加强商业能力以及扩大销售平台及地理覆盖范围。」有关健倍苗苗（保健）有限公司 （股份代号：2161）健倍苗苗是设于香港的品牌医疗保健品推广及分销公司，产品据点遍及大中华、东南亚及其他选定国家。集团拥有丰富的行销专业知识并具备深厚的制药背景，秉承产品功效和品质至上的优良传统，在行业内定位独特，致力于满足消费者的保健需要。作为本地领先的品牌医疗保健品运营商，集团拥有一广泛系列品牌医疗保健品，包括品牌药、品牌中药及健康保健品，其中包括「保济丸」、「何济公止痛退热散」、「德国秀碧除疤膏」、「美德玛宝儿除疤啫喱」、「唐太宗活络油」、「飞鹰活络油」、「十灵丹」、「十灵油」及「镇痛霸祛风活络油」等家喻户晓的传统品牌。而自2021年 5月27日，集团获纳入 MSCI 香港微型股指数成份股。有关集团详情，请浏览：www.jbmhealthcare.com.hk Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 北京第四范式智能技术股份有限公司（“第四范式”或“公司”，股份代号：6682.HK）发布2024年截至9月30日期间核心业务进展，今年前三季度营收人民币32.18亿元，同比增长26.1%；毛利人民币13.50亿元，同比增长12.5%。公司核心业务先知AI平台业务显著增长，收入人民币21.71亿元，同比增长50.2%。据国际权威研究机构国际数据公司（“IDC”）报告数据显示，第四范式连续六年稳居中国机器学习平台市场份额第一。公司持续优化先知AI平台中AI Agent、GPU资源池化等多项关键能力，已实现算力层、平台层、模型层、应用层等端到端的能力供给。并通过“先知 Inside 模式”，高效打造了40馀款人工智能产品矩阵，极大拓展产业生态及人工智能赋能千行万业的应用边界。前三季度第四范式客户服务深度和用户粘性不断提升，继续深耕交通运输、能源电力、金融、运营商等重点行业，期间企业总用户数224个，标杆用户群体平均营收贡献为人民币1,487万元（标杆用户：全球财富500强企业或上市公司）。核心业务增长50.2%，“先知Inside模式”40款AI产品为长期增长提供动力第四范式先知AI平台，是公司所有业务的内核。前三季度，第四范式行业大模型开发及管理平台“先知AI平台5.0”已实现算力层、平台层、模型层、应用层等端到端的能力供给。先知AI平台持续优化其AI Agent、GPU资源池化、模型统一纳管等多项关键能力，同时开展生成式AI与各类生态产品、解决方案的深度结合，推动生成式AI落地进程。例如，AI Agent 提升了复杂推理及执行的精准度，并覆盖大模型Agent设计、开发、调试、发布、运营分析、自学习优化的全流程，为Agent生产应用提供稳定可靠保障；此外，公司也进一步提升AI Coding类产品在企业侧产品功能及应用效果，降低开发门槛、提升代码开发效率，实现了改造企业软件交互方式、及规模化打造AI应用的目标。公司继续创新AI商业应用模式，通过“先知Inside模式”，规模化构建可应用不同场景的人工智能产品，截至2024年9月30日，在该模式下，公司已累计打造40馀款人工智能产品，囊括智慧滑鼠解决方案、智能会议解决方案、vGPU、AI Data Foundry、大模型工具链、搜广推一体化平台“天枢”、大模型纳管平台Model Hub、智慧问数、AI数位人视频合成平台、文档数字化管理平台Smart Archive 2.0、AI+5G视频营销、AI质检系统、三维扫描建模设备等多款人工智能产品，在企业中形成了规模化应用，拓宽先知AI平台的行业覆盖空间，为公司未来业务发展提供长期增长动力。AI Agent赋能多款解决方案，规模化打造标杆意义行业大模型本期间，第四范式进一步拓展技术、产品在多行业及场景的覆盖度及渗透率。在产品功能迭代方面，公司将AI Agent能力加入到AIGS Builder、AIGS CodeX、及多款智能硬体解决方案中，让产品获得解决更加复杂的推理和执行能力。且基于强化学习技术的AI Agent形成了自学习闭环，用户使用越多，模型推理能力越强，执行能力越准确。本期间，公司携手标杆用户联合打造了一批具有示范意义的行业大模型，并加速推动人工智能技术在千行百业的规模化应用。在交通运输领域，与全球领先的港口集团合作构建港口供应链大模型，为实现港口供应链综合服务转型提供智能化能力输出，推动大模型在港航领域及周边业态的可持续应用发展；在学术翻译领域，公司与现代出版机构合作共建国内首个出版专业大模型，使大模型的翻译水准达到学术出版级别，较通用大模型在专业书籍的 BLEU（BLEU：机器翻译的主流评估标准，主要通过对比机器翻译结果与人工参考翻译之间的相似度来评价翻译质量）提升 30% 以上，满足学术垂直领域的高准确度翻译需求。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 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.

新加坡, 2024年11月19日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 今天，IT 分销和科技供应商领域的顶级高管齐聚首届 GTDC 亚太峰会 2024，探讨这些关键领域的当前状况和未来前景。此次峰会强调了分销商在扩展新兴技术销售和采用方面的重要作用，以及通过数字市场和与超大规模服务商的联盟创造新机遇的必要性。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。亚太区的广阔规模和经济、文化多样性需要本地专业知识。随着供应商采用不同的方法来管理渠道，他们越来越依赖分销商来支持新兴市场，同时将内部资源集中在更成熟的市场。这一策略拓宽了分销的覆盖面，特别是在直接覆盖效率较低的地区，并代表着通过合作伙伴关系优化资源协调的更广泛趋势。“分销商处于理想的位置，可以弥合复杂的区域和国家间的动态，利用本地代表的文化和语言敏锐度来最好地支持供应商和合作伙伴的目标。专注于赋能计划和关系建设，分销商能够创造战略价值，确保先进技术在亚太地区的成功应用，”GTDC 首席执行官 Frank Vitagliano 表示。东南亚和印度的 IT 支出正在加速增长，中小企业通过云软件、网络安全和物流投资来推动数字化转型。这种数字化转型带来了对云基础设施、托管服务和强大安全解决方案的更高需求。同时，根据 IDC 的数据，人工智能的采用进一步推动了该地区的技术势头，预计到 2027 年该领域的支出将达到 780 亿美元，年增长率为 25%。分销商在推动这些技术进步的同时，改进了客户体验，并提高了这些关键领域的运营效率。在该地区人才短缺尤其严重的关键领域，如 AI、销售和技术支持方面，供应商还依赖分销商来满足日益增长的需求。分销商在满足这些需求的同时，通过先进的数据分析技术解锁了新的机会。Channelnomics 的首席执行官 Larry Walsh 强调了这些组织在识别“空白市场”和扩展合作伙伴网络方面的能力。他指出：“虽然数据提供了方向，但其真正的价值在于将洞察转化为合作伙伴的可执行策略。分销商在重新定义市场进入模式方面发挥了关键作用，引导合作伙伴进行能够增强业务的互动，并最大化渠道潜力。亚太峰会的其他精彩亮点 峰会重点探讨了 IT 分销的动态变化，强调了东南亚和印度在全球科技行业中的日益重要性。主要议程包括：EIU 的 John Marrett 发表了关于快速扩展的市场的演讲，描述了技术创新如何改变企业和社区。他深入分析了货币和财政政策的变化、汇率波动及国际金融机构的活动对亚太区 IT 社群的影响。IDC 的 Avneesh Saxena 展示了创新如何影响全球 IT 关系并为渠道创造新的机遇。他强调了关键行业趋势、障碍及投资情况，并探讨了合作伙伴、供应商和分销商之间不断发展的动态关系。Channelnomics 的 Larry Walsh 分析了供应商与分销商关系中常被忽视的要素，并分享了他们与 GTDC 合作发布的新研究的关键发现。该报告聚焦亚太地区，向供应商展示了如何最大化分销关系的价值。Vitagliano 主持了一个高级分销高管小组讨论，参与者包括 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。小组成员重点介绍了区域分销商如何创新，创建推动新技术应用的项目，优化市场进入策略并增强其他业务活动。下一场 GTDC 全球活动是 GTDC 北美峰会，将于 2025 年 2 月 19 日至 20 日在加利福尼亚州奥申赛德的 Mission Pacific & Seabird Resort 举行。更多详细信息将很快公布。关于 GTDC全球技术分销委员会 (GTDC) 是一个行业联盟，代表了全球领先的科技分销商。GTDC 成员通过多样化的业务渠道推动全球产品、服务和解决方案的年销售额约 1600 亿美元。GTDC 会议支持战略供应链合作伙伴关系的发展和扩展，不断满足供应商、终端客户和分销商在快速变化的市场中的需求。GTDC 成员包括 AB S.A (华沙证券交易所: ABPL)、Arrow Electronics (纽约证券交易所: ARW)、CMS Distribution、Computer Gross Italia (米兰证券交易所: SES)、D&H Distributing、ELKO、Esprinet (米兰证券交易所: PRT.MI)、Exclusive Networks (巴黎证券交易所: EXN)、Exertis、Infinigate、Ingram Micro (纽约证券交易所: INGM)、Intcomex、Logicom (塞浦路斯证券交易所: LOG)、Mindware、Redington Limited (孟买/国家证券交易所: Redington)、Siewert & Kau、SiS Technologies (香港证券交易所: 0529)、Tarsus、TD SYNNEX (纽约证券交易所: SNX)、TIM AG、VSTECS Holdings 和 Westcon-Comstor。GTDC 媒体联系方式:Anita LussenburgTel +31621585878Mail: alussenburg@gtdc.eu资料来源: Global Technology Distribution Council Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年11月19日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 全球第五大会计及谘询网络BDO自2018年起举办BDO环境、社会及管治大奖，鼓励企业将可持续发展纳入业务模式，藉以承担社会责任，是可持续发展的倡导者。大奖成立至今踏入第六年，提名反应成历年之冠，接获超过110家公司参选。BDO将一如既往推动企业在环境、社会及管治（ESG）方面的发展，藉大奖表彰在ESG各个领域表现卓越的香港上市公司，并鼓励更多企业一同为更环保、更能应对气候变化的未来而努力。BDO ESG大奖一直广受上市公司的支持，今届提名反应一如以往热烈，得奖名单将于2024年12月11日举行的BDO环境、社会及管治大奖颁奖典礼宣布，组别包括"ESG最佳表现大奖"、"最佳ESG报告大奖"、"ESG年度大奖"、"主题大奖"及"ESG突出表现大奖 - H股公司"奖项。今年的主题大奖继续聚焦表扬于"碳中和"方面体现最佳实践的上市公司，强调企业于减缓气候变化及塑造零碳、更环保、更能应对气候变化的未来所发挥的关键作用。凡致力推动实现"净零"碳排放并于以下范畴表现出色的公司，均合资格竞逐"主题大奖"：I.年度最大的碳排放减幅（绝对与强度）；II.本年度推出的减排措施能够长远显著有效减少商业活动的碳排放；及III.订立的长期愿景及实际行动能够达到实现"碳中和"立信德豪董事兼风险谘询服务总监郑文汉表示："我们非常高兴，本年度BDO环境、社会及管治大奖继往开来，今年更破纪录收到过百间上市公司提名，反应热烈，反映越来越多企业关注可持续发展，并实实在在将ESG原则和气候变化融入其业务策略。虽然企业越来越重视ESG及气候变化问题，但BDO作为可持续发展的倡导者，期望借此年度大奖，持续对外宣扬有关议题的重要性, 一方面表扬在ESG方面有杰出表现并兑现ESG承诺的企业，另一方面，推动更多企业为成就零碳未来而作出更多努力。"2024年4月19日，香港交易所公布有关气候信息披露规定的谘询总结，并刊发《香港交易所环境、社会及管治框架下气候信息披露的实施指引》。参照《国际财务报告准则S2号 - 气候相关披露》（"IFRS S2"），香港交易所《环境、社会及管治报告守则》("《ESG守则》") 将自2025年1月1日起，分阶段引入针对发行人的强制气候相关披露要求, 进一步提升香港金融行业对气候相关披露的质素、一致性和可比性。通过与国际标准保持一致及提供减轻负担的选项，鼓励发行人在不增加不必要负担的情况下披露相关信息。郑文汉补充："气候变化、全球暖化等是全球人类共同面对的严峻问题。要成功应对此等环境问题，除了有赖政府推出的各项举措，如《香港气候⾏动蓝图 2050》、香港联合交易所有限公司持续更新上市公司气候风险报告规定，更需要整个社会及企业共同支持及落实减少碳排放量，推动香港绿色可持续发展。BDO深信，守护和确保全人类共享可持续未来的使命需要各界企业由心出发，了解其在业务上推行长期净零碳排放的责任和重要。企业制定清晰而有效的碳中和蓝图，可逐步实现其减碳承诺, 为持份者及下一代创造持续的长远价值，提升香港的绿色金融认可度并巩固香港作为投资者至可信赖及领先金融枢纽的地位。"[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》。编辑垂注有关香港立信德豪会计师事务所有限公司 (BDO Limited)香港立信德豪会计师事务所有限公司是BDO会计师事务所国际网络的香港成员所。BDO国际网络遍布全球166个国家及地区，透过逾1,770多个办事处及超过115,600多名专业人员，在世界各地提供财务谘询服务。立信德豪自1981年在香港成立，致力透过全面的专业服务协助企业成长。专业服务包括审计服务、风险谘询服务、专项谘询服务及税务服务。有关详情，可参阅网站www.bdo.com.hk。查询联络卢瑞燕立信德豪市场部高级经理及部门主管香港刘玉娟立信德豪市场部高级经理香港纵横财经公关顾问有限公司李惠儿李希彤电话 +852 2218 3042手提 +852 9613 5175salalo@bdo.com.hk电话 +852 2218 2325手提 +852 9285 4151heidilau@bdo.com.hk电话 +852 2864 4834sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk电话 +852 2864 4813sprg_bdo@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 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.

SINGAPORE, Nov 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As Singapore continues its rise as a leading tech hub in Southeast Asia, the demand for innovative software solutions has never been higher. With a robust infrastructure, strategic location, and a business-friendly environment, Singapore attracts tech companies, startups, and multinational enterprises looking to harness the power of technology to stay ahead of the curve. However, as technology rapidly evolves, traditional development methodologies struggle to keep pace. In this dynamic environment, DevOps has emerged as a critical practice for organizations aiming to accelerate their software development lifecycle, improve collaboration between teams, and deliver high-quality software more efficiently.The Singaporean tech ecosystem is marked by its emphasis on speed, innovation, and agility, driven by global competition and a constantly evolving market. Companies here are under increasing pressure to adapt to changing customer needs, market trends, and regulatory requirements—factors that traditional waterfall development models struggle to address. DevOps enables organizations to respond to these challenges by promoting continuous integration, continuous delivery (CI/CD), and rapid iteration, which are essential to maintaining a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. The collaborative nature of DevOps—uniting development and operations teams—also facilitates improved communication and alignment, a crucial advantage in Singapore’s multicultural and multidisciplinary workforce.Moreover, as Singapore moves towards becoming a “Smart Nation,” its public and private sectors are investing heavily in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing. DevOps tools play an essential role in enabling the development and deployment of these advanced technologies. By automating workflows, streamlining testing processes, and ensuring security through practices like DevSecOps, DevOps ensures that software can be delivered rapidly and securely, without compromising quality. With enterprises increasingly adopting DevOps to fuel innovation and digital transformation, it has become an indispensable methodology for businesses looking to navigate the complexities of modern software development in Singapore.Overview of the event:The DevOps Singapore is one such event that explores the latest trends, challenges, and strategies in DevOps. This exclusive, invitation-only summit brings together over 150 C-level executives, DevOps leaders, and tech innovators to discuss the strategic integration of DevOps in modern enterprises. Key topics include the evolution of DevOps, AI-driven automation, cloud operations, and the importance of DevSecOps.Attendees will gain insights into how leading organizations leverage DevOps to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and enhance security. The event offers a unique opportunity to learn from the transformative impact of DevOps, micro services, containers, and AI on global tech giants. Whether you're starting your DevOps journey or deepening your expertise, DevOps Singapore Summit provides actionable strategies to stay ahead in the rapidly changing digital landscape.What to expect at the event:Expect a dynamic agenda that features a combination of keynote speeches, fireside chats, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Sessions will tackle critical topics such as the evolution of DevOps, the integration of security into development (DevSecOps), the future of AI-driven automation, and the impact of microservices and containers on global tech giants. Key sessions will explore practical solutions to overcome challenges in CI/CD pipelines, security, scalability, and cloud integration, offering attendees a holistic view of how to implement and scale DevOps practices in today’s fast-paced tech environment.As the digital transformation journey accelerates across industries, the Exito DevOps Summit 2024 stands as a pivotal gathering for those looking to stay at the forefront of software development innovation. With a focus on real-world strategies and emerging technologies, this event offers invaluable insights into how DevOps practices are shaping the future of enterprise IT.Attendees will leave equipped with the knowledge, tools, and connections to drive the next phase of digital evolution in their organizations. Whether you're leading a DevOps initiative or exploring new ways to optimize your development lifecycle, the Exito DevOps Summit is the place to be for anyone committed to mastering the future of software development.Date: 14th November 2024Time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PMLocation: Conrad Singapore Orchard.For more information on the Devops Singapore Summit, click on the link.For Media Enquiries, reach out to:Kasturi Nayak (Sr.) Marketing Executive)kasturi.nayak@exito-e.com+91 9739610464 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Brisbane, Queensland, Aust, Nov 14, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to provide a business update on its working capital position and the implementation of cost reductions targets that were communicated on March 11, 2024.Each year the Company submits a Research and Development (R&D) application to the Australian Taxation Office to recover 43.5% of eligible R&D expenditures under the Australian Government's Research and Development Tax Incentive scheme. On October 29, 2024, A$2.85m, the amount requested in this year's R&D application, was deposited in full into the Company's bank account. As at November 1, 2024, the Company's cash balance was A$5.56m, with no debt or loan facilities in place. The continued funding from AusIndustry's R&D Tax incentive scheme has played a vital role in supporting GMG's ongoing research and development.The Company successfully implemented an organisational restructure by merging the Projects and Operations teams and streamlining its Graphene Manufacturing Plant and Thermal XR® Blending Plant. The new operating model to deliver Projects of scale will rely on trusted third-party providers who have a strong working relationship with GMG and a track record of delivery. Through careful organisational restructuring and active cost management, the Company has reduced its monthly operating cost base by almost 45% since September 2023. The Company will continue to look for ways to continue this trend while maintaining a delivery mind set.GMG's CEO Craig Nicol stated, "The timely receipt of the Research and Development rebate from the Australian Federal Government continues to provide significant working capital support while the Company has continued to focus on improving its cost base through streamlining of Operations and Projects teams while maintaining focus and pace on delivering its four critical business objectives."GMG's Chairman and Non-Executive Director, Jack Perkowski, commented: "The implementation of targeted costs savings together with the Research & Development rebate, allows the Company to remain focused on growing the sales of its Energy Savings products."About GMG www.graphenemg.comGMG is a clean-technology company which seeks to offer energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene, including that manufactured in-house via a proprietary production process. GMG has developed a proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy-saving coating), lubricants and fluids.In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries ("G+AI Batteries").GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processesBuild Revenue from Energy Savings ProductsDevelop Next-Generation BatteryDevelop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution CapabilityFor further information please contact:Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the Company's new operating model, future cost reductions, and the Company's focus on the sale of its energy saving products. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, that the new operating model to deliver Projects of scale will rely on trusted third-party providers who have a strong working relationship with GMG and a track record of delivery, that the Company will continue to look for ways to reduce costs while maintaining a delivery mind set, and that the Company's focus will remain on growing the sales of its energy saving products. Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation: that the Australian Federal Government will not continue its Research and Development Tax Incentive scheme, or that the Company will not continue to benefit from the tax incentive, that the new operating model to deliver projects of scale will not rely on trusted third-party providers who have a strong working relationship with GMG and a track record of delivery, that the Company will be unable to reduce costs further while maintaining a delivery mind set, that the Company will not remain focused on growing the sales of its energy saving products, risks relating to the extent and duration of the conflict in Eastern Europe and its impact on global markets, the volatility of global capital markets, political instability, the failure of the Company to obtain regulatory approvals, attract and retain skilled personnel, unexpected development and production challenges, unanticipated costs and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated October 3, 2024 available for review on the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. We seek safe harbor.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/229939 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MANILA, Nov 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Darwinbox, a globally recognized HR technology platform, has been named a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for enterprises with over 1,000 employees. This significant recognition marks Darwinbox’s continuous rise in the HR tech industry, with the company standing out as the only provider worldwide to move up a quadrant this year.Trusted by 950+ enterprises globally, today some of the largest conglomerates (top 2 out of 5), banking (top 4 out 5), retail and real estate brands in Philippines such as Security Bank, Gokongwei Group, BPI, Starbucks, URC, Filinvest, SM Prime and more are modernizing their HR with the mobile-first and agile platform. Known for its advanced AI capabilities and user-focused experience, Darwinbox is increasingly becoming the preferred choice for enterprises in the Philippines. Since its expansion to this market in 2019, the company has invested heavily in localizing its platform to meet the unique needs of businesses in the region.“Our rise to Challenger status is driven by our commitment to building a modern, global HCM platform, supported by AI-driven innovation and user-centric design.We’re leading the way with cutting-edge technologies like Gen-AI, addressing the complexities of global enterprises with multi-country payroll solutions, and continuously evolving our platform to not only solve for today’s needs but tomorrow’s challenges” said Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder of Darwinbox. “Philippines is a digital-first market and we’ve made deep R&D investments to deliver highly localized solutions that solve for the diverse needs of businesses in the region. With a growing number of organizations experiencing the transformative impact of Darwinbox, we’re committed to doubling down on our expansion in the region”AI with Practical ImpactDarwinbox’s AI solution, Darwinbox Sense, has been instrumental in helping organizations make better, data-driven HR decisions. By embedding AI in daily workflows, Darwinbox enables Filipino organizations to gain insights into employee performance, reduce hiring biases, and understand workforce sentiment—all critical for fostering an inclusive and engaged workplace. Its intelligent tools, like conversational analytics, automated workflows, and payroll anomaly detection, deliver insights exactly when and where they’re needed.Flexible Platform for Unique Local NeedsRecognizing the need for adaptable solutions, Darwinbox’s Extensibility Suite offers Filipino HR teams the ability to tailor and automate workflows through low-code, no-code tools. This flexibility enables companies to streamline operations with minimal IT dependency, allowing HR teams to quickly respond to changing business needs.Mobile-First Design for High EngagementUnderstanding the importance of mobility in the Philippines, where many employees work remotely or in the field, Darwinbox’s platform is built to engage a diverse range of users across different work environments. Its mobile-first design ensures seamless connectivity, allowing organizations to reach every employee, from frontline workers to office-based teams, fostering a unified and engaged workforce.Talent Management for Skills DevelopmentThe platform’s talent management features, highly rated in Gartner’s report, support Filipino companies in building a robust skills-based workforce. Darwinbox’s AI-driven career planning tools and Talent Hub offer managers and employees personalized guidance for career development, helping Filipino businesses retain top talent and enhance workforce growth.For More InformationRead the blog, "Darwinbox Rises as a Challenger in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises," by Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder, Darwinbox.Read a complimentary copy of the Gartner report on the Darwinbox website.Gartner DisclaimerGartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.Gartner Peer Insights content consists of the opinions of individual end users based on their own experiences, and should not be construed as statements of fact, nor do they represent the views of Gartner or its affiliates. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in this content nor makes any warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this content, about its accuracy or completeness, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark, PEER INSIGHTS and MAGIC QUADRANT is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved.Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises, 23 October 2024, Ranadip Chandra, et. Al.About DarwinboxFounded in 2015, Darwinbox is a global HR tech leader that empowers enterprises to better manage their talent with new-age employee experiences and disruptive AI-powered technology. Its cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) software caters to an organisation's HR needs across the entire employee lifecycle. Darwinbox is trusted by over 3 million employees from more than 900 enterprises across 130 countries. Darwinbox has been backed by global investors like TCV, Microsoft, Salesforce Ventures, Peak XV, Lightspeed and Endiya Partners among others.More at www.darwinbox.comFor media inquiries, please contact: Rishita.chiranewala@darwinbox.in Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Johannesburg, South Africa, Nov 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The BFSI IT Summit is excited to unveil the list of BFSI leaders to watch in 2024. This selection was made through a comprehensive process involving nominations, direct applications, insights from our database, interviews, company websites, and various public sources.These exceptional leaders share a collective passion and steadfast dedication to driving meaningful change. They are making significant strides in areas such as Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, and Automation, inspiring others in their fields.Meet the BFSI50 winners:Mahlokileng Semenya ,FNB,PMO HeadFaith Nokuthula Ndala, Standard Bank,Head Of Technology Digital SolutionsCelia Mantshiyane, First Rand,Group CisoKholeka Tsotsotso, Development Bank Of Southern Africa,Chief Information OfficerMurendeni Nemukula, Bidvest Bank, Head:Mi Bi And AnalyticsArun Krishnamoorthy, Absa, Chief Information OfficerRaymond Tsongorera, Hollard Insurance, Head of ITTheo Groenewald, Discovery Ltd, Head Of Data ManagementMakabongwe Siziba, Fasset, Chief Information OfficerMaele Masibi, First National Bank South Africa, Business Architect HeadLazola Ndamase, Vodacom, Head of Data Enablement & AnalyticsMeshack Ndwandwe, First National Bank, Chief Information OfficerBoris Ntini, Absa, Head of TechnologyFikile Mekgoe, Bidvest Bank, Head Of Technology: Delivery & TestingRene Moodley, JSE, Head of IT and OperationsNkosingiphile Mbeje, GPAA, Assistant Director:Information SecurityJacob Tshabalala, Woolworths Financial Services, Head of Data & AnalyticsItumeleng Makgati, Nedbank,Divisional Executive: Group TechnologyHelene Bezuidenhout, GPAA, Deputy Director:ICT Information SecurityMandla Mbasane, National Housing Finance Corporation, CISOKulani Likotsi, Absa, VP Technology and Enterprise Data ManagementDhesen Ramsamy, Old Mutual Limited, Chief Technology&Data OfficerPhakama Makalima, Absa Life Insurance, Chief Information OfficerThato Mafanti, Telesure Investment Holdings, Head Of Information TechnologySachin Surajbali, Liberty Group South Africa, Group Chief Information Security OfficerZaid Parak, Discovery Ltd, Group Chief Information Security OfficerTrevor Govender, Standard Bank, Head:Process ExcellenceSheldon Kisten, Liberty Group South Africa, Head Of Cyber Security OperationsMandisa Thekokhitsane, Sanlam, Head Of Alternative Customer SolutionsErnst Taljaard, Discovery, Chief Data Solutions ArchitectStefanie Holman, Absa Relationship Banking, Head Product Development And DesignLucia Buthelezi, Motovantage, Head Of ITJoseph Stokes,Telesure Investment Holdings, Group Head:Cybersecurity And IT GovernanceChristoff Le Roux, Gobid Pty Ltd, Chief Information OfficerDuran Chetty, Hollard Group Risk, COO,CIOMandi Scott, Standard Bank, CIO Data And DigitalNozipho Morajane, Bayport Financial Services, Group IT Risk & Information Security OfficerPravesh Govender, JSE, HEAD: IT Service Delivery.Daniel Adaramola, SunTrust Bank Nigeria Ltd, Chief Information Security OfficerMichelle Bisaro, Absa Group, Head Of Digital Products: Consumer ProductsMfini Khaya, FNB, IT Executive Head & Joint-CIOLeslie-Ann Snyders, Absa Group, Head of DataAlicia Narainsamy, Santam, Executive Head: Digital Transformation & AITheodossios Mouchteros, Acumen Group Pty Ltd, Head Of Information Technology OperationsNdibulele Mqoboli, Momentum, CIOGideon Botha, Nedbank Group Limited, Head Of Credit Systems And Specialised Projects For Nedbank Group RiskNjabulo Ndaba, Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), Head Of IT.Lizelle Van Der Merwe, Standard Bank,Co-Founder And Product Owner, Powerpulse, CIB DigitalLikeleli Monyamane, Standard Bank,Head, Digital Programs, Digital & eCommerceTawanda Chatikobo, Absa Ltd, Head of Digital BankingRicardo September, Momentum Group, Head Digital Workplace ServicesRyan John, 1Discovery Vitality, Head of OperationsVilen Muruvan, FNB South Africa, Head of Business SolutionsWilma Crosson,Volkswagen Financial Services South Africa, Chief Information OfficerRidwaan Rasool, Absa, Chief Analytics OfficerNozipho Duma, First National Bank, Group Data And Analytics Programme HeadNollie Maoto, First Rand, Group Compliance Chief Data and Analytics OfficerAylon Byron Spinner,Standard Bank Group,Head of Technology Strategy and ArchitectureTsebeletso Mashau,Standard Bank,CIO Personal and Private Banking Africa RegionsDolly Mphahlele,FirstRand Group,Head of BI and DatawarehouseDr. Gerbrand Breed,Absa,Head: Retail Risk Modeling,Measurement And Data CenterKgomotso Rammutla,Woolworths Financial Services,Head Of Digital And PaymentsThav Reddy,Absa Group,Group Head of PrivacyVidhya Medapati,FNB South Africa,Head of ProductHendrik Wiese,iMasFinance,Head: Information Security,CISORohan Daya,Access Bank,CISOSibusiso Mbingo,PPS Insurance,Chief Information OfficerViren Naidu,Hollard Insurance,Chief Information OfficerShoaib Nathie,CIB,CIODido Wa Kalonji,First National Bank,Chief Information OfficerConnect with BFSI leaders to explore digital transformation, industry trends, and emerging technologies at the BFSI IT Summit on November 20, 2024 at Qurtuba Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.For more information about BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit and The BFSI50 awards, click on the Link.About ExitoExito, which means success in Spanish, embodies our commitment to the success of our customers. Each year, we host over 240 virtual and in-person conferences globally, bringing together audiences with world-class thought leaders and C-level executives across industries. Our meticulously crafted agendas, based on extensive research and valuable industry insights, facilitate business, knowledge transfer, deal flow, and impactful messaging for brands.For Media Enquiries, contact:Kasturi Nayak (Sr. Marketing Executive) Kasturi.nayak@exito-e.com Enquiry@exito-e.com Exito Media Concepts Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Nov 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Despite Singapore’s abundant sunlight, Vitamin D deficiency remains a prevalent health issue, affecting millions of people. This deficiency significantly compromises bone health, leading to osteoporosis, a “silent disease” due to its subtle onset. Research indicates that bone health begins to decline at age 25, making it crucial to address this issue, especially as Singapore’s population continues to age. The urgency to combat this silent epidemic has never been greater.As sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary choices become increasingly common, the impact of osteoporosis is alarming: one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 in Singapore are affected. Known as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D plays a critical role in efficient calcium absorption, essential for maintaining bone density and preventing osteopenia and osteoporosis. Without adequate vitamin D, the body struggles to absorb calcium, increasing risk of fractures and leading to deteriorating bone health.In line with World Osteoporosis Day on 20 October, LAC (pronounced as L-A-C) is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of bone health and empowering individuals to take preventive measures to optimise their bone density. By incorporating calcium-rich foods or supplements, ensuring adequate Vitamin D intake and regular physical activity, individuals can significantly reduce the risk of osteoporosis.LAC FullCal® combines calcium, magnesium and Vitamin D in a golden ratio, making it vital for maintaining strong bones, teeth and muscle function. This unique formula not only reduces the risk of osteoporosis but also improves calcium absorption, making it an excellent option for maintaining optimal bone health. With its all-in-one solution, individuals no longer need to rely on three separate supplements to achieve the same benefits, offering both enhanced convenience and cost savings.LAC Joint Protec®, formulated with a proprietary blend of ingredients such as Glucosamine, Chondroitin and Collagen, work together to alleviate joint stiffness and discomfort while enhancing mobility and flexibility. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AIROD Aerospace Technologies Sdn Bhd, establishing a strategic alliance with the Malaysian aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) service provider.In addition, TransNusa also signed a Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA) with AIROD for Technical Handling of its aircrafts at Subang Airport. TransNusa became the first foreign airline to received approvals and start scheduled flights from Jakarta to Subang in August, this year. The airline currently operates daily scheduled flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta to Subang Airport.TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said “Today’s MOU and SGHA will initially focus on the provision of MRO services by AIROD for our Airbus A320 aircraft family.He added that as stated in the MOU, AIROD will plan, develop and conduct dedicated inspections and maintenance work for TransNusa’s A320 family of aircrafts in Malaysia, starting December, this year.“This is not a small undertaking as it reflects TransNusa’s commitment to passengers in ensuring that our aircraft operate at peak performance, adhering to the highest standards of safety and efficiency,” said Datuk Bernard, emphasising the importance of an MRO provider for an airline.The signing of the MOU and SGHA took place at H76, AIROD Complex, Subang, Selangor. Datuk Bernard signed the MOU and SGHA on behalf of TransNusa while AIROD Aerospace Technology CEO, Datuk Firhad Uzir Abdul Rahim signed on behalf of his company.Established in 1976, AIROD is one of Asia Pacific’s oldest MRO service provider. Since its privatisation in 1995, the company has provided MRO-related services to 76 customers, with a combination of commercial and military aircrafts, from 33 countries.“As such, we acknowledge and appreciate AIROD’S vast experience and strength in providing world class quality depot level maintenance, aircraft customization, and modifications, which also includes structural and avionics upgrades,” said Datuk BernardDatuk Bernard stressed, “This MOU is a crucial first step towards the development of a Maintenance Support Agreement, which will detail the binding commitments of both parties. Until then, this MOU represents our dedication to working collaboratively, exploring all viable options, and striving for operational excellence.”Datuk Firhad presenting a memento to Datuk Bernard to mark the event.On why TransNusa has partnered with AIROD, Datuk Bernard said, “AIROD has been a leading Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) service provider in Malaysia for more than a decade and is known for delivering high-quality services.“AIROD specializes in a range of MRO-related services such as in base maintenance, inspections, modifications, refurbishments, corrosion control and repair, operational checks, and crash damage repair for aircrafts including the Boeing B737 series (Classic & NG), ATR 42/72 family, and A320 family,” Datuk Bernard said, adding that AIROD is also certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for MRO services, with approvals from 8 other National Aviation Authorities (NAA) across the Asia-Pacific region.“With such a strong foundation, we are happy to partner with AIROD to ensure that our aircraft are always at optimum level of performance,” Datuk Bernard stressed.He added that AIROD also has a list of impressive local customer base including AirAsia Group, Batik Air, Kargo Xpress, Firefly, Berjaya Air, Raya Airways, and MyJets.“Our passengers trust us to get them safely from one destination to another, and this trust must be earned and maintained. By partnering with AIROD, we are reaffirming our commitment to safety and ensuring that our aircraft maintenance is in the hands of one of the most reputable MRO providers in the industry. This will empower us to focus more on our core mission of delivering seamless and exceptional travel experiences to our customers.” Datuk Bernard said.TransNusa, which had to close it business operation in September 2020 due to impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the aviation industry, started operations again after injection of new shareholders and management team led by Malaysian-born aviation industry veteran, Datuk Bernard Francis, in October 2022.Within 6 months, under the leadership of Datuk Francis, the airline introduced its first international route between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur and celebrated its first-year anniversary for this route on April 14, 2024. In August, this year, TransNusa became the first international airline to operate daily scheduled flights from Subang airport to Jakarta.Since the change in management team, TransNusa has been contributing and changing the aviation landscape in Indonesia. It has been making headlines in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, China and around the world with news of being the first airline in Indonesia and the world to develop and introduce a new domestic route connecting Bali and Manado. TransNusa also became the second Indonesian airline to receive approval to fly to China and provided its passengers with more pricing and route options to China.In October, the airline yet again experienced another milestones by becoming the first Indonesian airline and second airline in the world to launch scheduled flight from Manado to Guangzhou, China.Primary Media ContactTrina Thomas Raj0124992672trina@myqaseh.orgAbout TransNusa TransNusa Airline, is a Premium Service Carrier. After the take-over, in February 2024, the airline rebranded itself from being a Low-Cost Carrier to a Premium Service Carrier in line with its upgraded aircrafts that offers better comfort as well as based on the flexibility and quality of the services offered. TransNusa, which received its AOC certification on 9th September 2022, launch its first three A320 operations on 6th October, 14th October and 12th December, 2022. The airline, which became the first outside of China to utilise Comac, received its first ARJ21 on 22nd December, 2022. In 2023, TransNusa introduced a new business model making it the first Premium Service Carrier in the Asia Pacific region. TransNusa introduced its first international flight on 14th April, 2023. The airline is currently based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.The airline currently flies to Yogyakarta and Bali. On the international front, TransNusa flies to Singapore, Guangzhou, Kuala Lumpur and Johor. The airline became the second Indonesian airline to fly to China and the first Indonesian airline to launch a Premium Service Carrier business model.Passengers can book their flights on the TransNusa website (www.transnusa.co.id), through authorized travel agents in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, or by contacting the airline's customer service centre at, +62216310888. For the Singaporean market, passengers can contact TransNusa’s General Sales Agent, Chariot Travels Pte Ltd, at +65 86602719 while for the Malaysian market, passengers can contact MKM Ticketing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd at +60378312581. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

温哥华, 2024年11月17日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 军事金属公司（Military Metals Corp.） (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90)（简称“公司”或“军事”）很高兴宣布，其已完成先前披露的交易。根据该交易，公司全资子公司1509149 B.C. Ltd.与1458205 B.C. Ltd.（简称“目标公司”）合并，从而使公司获得合并实体100%的已发行和流通普通股（简称“交易”）。在本次交易中，公司向目标公司的股东发行了10,000,000股公司普通股（简称“公司股份”），每股发行价格被视为0.56美元。此前曾计划由公司承担目标公司在3,499,997份认股权证方面的义务，这些认股权证在交易完成时可转换为公司股份。然而，交易各方已对条款进行了修订，公司不再承担该项义务。根据适用的加拿大证券法律，此次发行的公司股份不受转售限制。关于项目：通过此次交易，公司收购了位于斯洛伐克的三个矿产勘探项目：Trojarová 锑金项目、Tiennesgrund 锑金项目和 Medvedi 锡项目。公司计划根据《国家文书43-101矿产项目披露标准》（简称“NI 43-101”）为 Trojarová 项目制作一份技术报告。此外，公司还计划根据适用的证券法律要求提交一份业务收购报告（Business Acquisition Report）。关于 Trojarová 锑金项目根据公司于2024年10月30日发布的关于 Trojarová 项目的新闻稿，Trojarová 于20世纪70年代末被发现，并在1983年至1995年间成为大规模地表和地下勘探的重点。该期间共完成了63个核心钻孔，总钻探长度达14,330米，同时从1990年开始进行1.7公里的地下开发工作，包括一条300米长的隧道，连接到矿化区脚墙内700多米长的巷道，并在矿化区内设置了7条横切巷道用于采样。这些勘探工作最终形成了一套多卷本的研究成果，涵盖钻探日志、分析报告、钻探平面图、矿床模型研究、岩相学研究、冶金研究等。所有研究由斯洛伐克地质研究所完成，并于1992年发布了一套多卷本的报告。根据这份历史报告，Trojarová 的资源估算使用了苏联解体后俄罗斯分类体系的斯洛伐克版本，而这一体系与加拿大矿业、冶金和石油协会（CIM）制定的资源与储量分类标准并不直接兼容。斯洛伐克地质研究所——负责 Trojarová 所有勘探和地下开发工作的国家机构——将资源分类为“P1”，这一分类在 CIM 分类体系中最接近于“推测矿产资源”。根据 CIM 的定义，“推测矿产资源”是基于有限的地质证据，并通过适当采样技术从露头、沟槽、矿坑、作业和钻孔等位置估算的资源。1992年的报告包含一张表格，列出了十种不同的历史资源估算情景，其中五种集中于矿化系统的锑成分，五种集中于其金成分。这些估算表格分别显示了随着品位提高而吨位减少的趋势。Trojarová 历史资源估算情景（来源：Michel 等，1992）如需查看该图表的增强版本，请访问：https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/230288_a61f2007c4ec68b4_001full.jpg 在完成合并后，公司将通过确认钻探计划验证这一历史资源估算，以便根据《国家文书43-101矿产项目披露标准》（National Instrument 43-101）将 Trojarová 的矿产资源分类为当前资源。显示军事金属公司在斯洛伐克项目位置的地图如需查看该图表的增强版本，请访问：https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/230288_a61f2007c4ec68b4_002full.jpg 投资者关系活动：公司宣布已签订与营销和投资者关系相关的协议。根据2024年10月24日的新闻稿，公司聘请了 Clarkham Capital（简称“Clarkham”）提供投资者关系服务，重点针对德国股票市场和德语投资社区，以支持公司在法兰克福证券交易所上市（简称“Clarkham协议”）。Clarkham 协议将于2024年11月18日生效。根据协议条款，Clarkham 将提供包括社交媒体管理、内容创建、分发、数字营销在内的服务，例如在多种金融平台和新闻通讯上撰写文章和报道、在德国翻译和发布新闻稿，以及其他与公司商定的营销服务（简称“Clarkham服务”）。该协议有效期为两个月，公司将一次性支付200,000欧元（约合298,340加元）作为服务费用。Clarkham 服务将由 Sebastian Korbach 代表 Clarkham 提供，联系方式为 +44-20-38839398 或 cc@clarkham.com。Clarkham 与公司不存在任何直接或间接的利益关系，也无权获取公司或其证券的任何权益。此外，公司与 Robert Sinn（简称“Sinn”）签订了一项一次性媒体服务协议。根据协议，Sinn 将提供包括视频内容创建、分发和数字营销在内的服务，这些服务将与一段视频采访相关，并将在 BNN Bloomberg 等投资平台上发布（简称“Sinn服务”）。Sinn 服务将于2024年11月20日开始，公司将一次性支付2,500美元作为服务费用。Sinn 的联系方式为 +352-613-2850 或 ceotechnician@gmail.com，地址为 Suite 508, 416 SW 1st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301。Sinn 与公司不存在任何直接或间接的利益关系，也无权获取公司或其证券的任何权益。2024年11月15日，公司与 GRA Enterprises LLC（以国家通货膨胀协会 [NIA] 名义经营）签订了一项媒体服务合同（简称“NIA协议”）。根据 NIA 协议的条款，NIA 将为公司提供包括社交媒体管理、内容创建、分发、数字营销在内的服务，以及其他公司与 NIA 商定的营销服务（简称“NIA服务”）。这些服务将通过诸如 BNN Bloomberg 和 Benzinga 等受欢迎的投资者平台进行分发。NIA 协议的期限为三（3）个月，预计于2024年11月18日左右开始。公司将一次性支付 NIA 30,000美元作为服务费用。Gerard Adams 将代表 NIA 为公司提供服务，其联系方式为 +973-277-7674 或 inflationusceo@gmail.com，地址为 112 Camp Lane, Mooresville, NC 28117。公司不会向 NIA 提供任何形式的证券作为补偿。Gerard Adams 和 NIA 与公司不存在任何直接或间接的利益关系，也无权获取公司或其证券的任何权益。本新闻稿的技术内容已由 Avrom E. Howard, MSc, PGeo（军事金属公司的地质顾问及符合 NI 43-101 标准的合格人士）审核并批准。关于军事金属公司该公司是一家总部位于不列颠哥伦比亚省的矿产勘探公司，主要从事矿产资源的收购、勘探和开发，重点关注锑矿。代表董事会如需更多信息，请联系： Scott Eldridge 首席执行官兼董事 邮箱： scott@militarymetalscorp.com 如有疑问，请致电：604-722-5381 或 604-537-7556 本新闻稿包含“前瞻性信息”。通常但不总是如此，前瞻性声明可以通过使用诸如“计划”、“预期”、“预计”、“预算”、“安排”、“估计”、“预测”、“打算”、“预料”或“相信”之类的词语或短语（包括这些词语的否定形式），或者表述某些行动、事件或结果“可能”、“能够”、“将会”、“也许”或“将被采取、发生或实现”等方式识别。本新闻稿中的前瞻性信息包括与提交符合 NI 43-101 标准的技术报告、提交业务收购报告（Business Acquisition Report）、未来勘探活动计划以及市场营销计划有关的声明。多种因素，包括已知和未知的风险（许多风险超出我们控制范围），可能导致实际结果与本新闻稿中的前瞻性信息有重大差异。这些因素包括与锑供应相关的地缘政治发展、锑的持续使用和替代品的可用性、与本新闻稿所涉资产相关的资本和劳动力的可用性、未来勘探活动的结果（无法保证），以及可能影响公司持有资产的未来活动的其他因素。其他风险因素可在公司 SEDAR+ 资料中披露的公共文件中找到，网址为 [www.sedarplus.ca](http://www.sedarplus.ca)。本新闻稿中的前瞻性声明基于新闻稿发布之日的情况，公司不承担更新任何前瞻性声明的义务，无论是由于新信息、未来事件或结果，或其他原因。前瞻性声明可能不准确，实际结果和未来事件可能与此类声明中预期的内容有重大差异。公司不承担在情况、管理估计或意见发生变化时更新前瞻性声明的义务，除非证券法要求。因此，建议读者不要过度依赖前瞻性声明。加拿大证券交易所既未批准也未否认本新闻稿中所含信息的真实性，也不对本新闻稿的充分性或准确性承担责任。如需查看此新闻稿的来源版本，请访问： https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/230288 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

BAKU, Azerbaijan, Nov 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Indonesian Government, through Special Presidential Envoy of the Republic of Indonesia Hashim Djojohadikusumo, announced EUR 1.2 billion in green funding for the Indonesian power sector from German state development bank Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) at the COP29 World Climate Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Wednesday (11/13). The conference runs through Friday (11/22).COP29 MoU: Indonesian Special Presidential Envoy Hashim Djojohadikusumo (second left), with PLN President Commissioner Burhanuddin Abdullah (second right), PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo (right), and Kreditanstalt fur Wiederaufbau (KfW) Chief Sustainability Officer Jurgen Kern at the signing, themed "Leading the Charge: Strategic Partnership to Catalyze Decarbonization" in Baku, Azerbaijan on Wednesday, Nov 11.The agreement was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between PT PLN (Persero) and KfW to support Indonesia's energy transition towards self-sufficiency with the development of various green power and clean energy projects, centered on the Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Power Plant (PLTA) and transmission network connecting with green power plants. Hashim emphasized that the government is committed to accelerating the energy transition. By fostering collaborations at the global level, the shift towards renewable energy is expected to support energy self-sufficiency and drive national economic growth. "We have developed a new strategy over the next five years to achieve a minimum of 8% sustainable economic growth," Hashim affirmed. He stated that the development of clean energy sources is crucial for enhancing industrial competitiveness. Over the next 15 years, Indonesia's renewable energy generation capacity is targeted to increase by 75% from the total addition of 100 gigawatts (GW) in electricity capacity. "We will be a major country fulfilling our responsibility to protect the environment’s future. We deeply appreciate the established international cooperation as a joint effort toward reaching the Net Zero Emissions (NZE) target," Hashim explained. PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo expressed full support for the government’s initiatives in advancing the energy transition. Various collaborations and initiatives have been implemented by PLN to ensure the success of sustainable electricity projects. Darmawan noted that KfW's involvement in PLN’s green projects is expected to attract more international partners to collaborate. This will create a synergy of sustainable strategic, technical, and investment collaboration in global climate action. "This collaboration signifies PLN's proactive steps in expanding international partnerships to enhance national energy self-sufficiency in line with global climate actions," Darmawan stated.KfW Group's Sustainability Officer, Jurgen Kern, explained the KfW support for Indonesia represents Germany's commitment to international cooperation for green transformation. Further, Jurgen highlighted that PLN is at the center of Indonesia’s energy transition. PLN is strongly committed to greening the energy sector while ensuring reliable energy access."Therefore, we believe that Indonesia and Germany can continue strengthening their partnership in the energy sector, especially in clean energy projects like geothermal, hydropower, and transmission. Achieving the NZE target requires solid collaboration and partnership," Jurgen said.- Antara, for PT PLN (Persero), https://web.pln.co.id/en/sustainability/sustainability/.- Indonesia: https://indonesia.go.id/, KfW Germany: https://www.kfw.de/kfw.de-2.html Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 15, 2024) - Military Metals Corp. (CSE: MILI) (OTCQB: MILIF) (FSE: QN90)(the "Company" or "Military") is pleased to announced that it has closed its previously disclosed transaction, pursuant to which 1509149 B.C. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, amalgamated with 1458205 B.C. Ltd. (the "Target") such that the Company has acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding common shares in the capital of the amalgamated entity (the "Transaction").In connection with the Transaction, the Company issued 10,000,000 Common shares in the capital of the Company (the "Company Shares"), at a deemed issuance price of $0.56 per Company Share, to the shareholders of the Target. Previously, it was contemplated that the Company would assume the Target's obligations in respect of 3,499,997 share purchase warrants, which were to become exercisable into Company Shares on closing, however the parties to the Transaction have amended the terms, and such obligation is not being assumed by Military. The Company Shares issued are not subject to resale restrictions under applicable Canadian securities laws.About the Projects:The Transaction results in the Company acquiring three mineral exploration projects in Slovakia, being the Trojarová antimony-gold project, the Tiennesgrund antimony-gold project, and the Medvedi tin project. It is the intention of the Company to produce a technical report under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101") in connection with Trojarová. The Company also intends to file a Business Acquisition Report for the Transaction in accordance with the requirements of applicable securities laws.About the Trojarová Antimony-Gold ProjectAs first reported in the Company's news release regarding Trojarová dated October 30, 2024, discovered in the late 1970s Trojarová was the focus of extensive surface and underground exploration from 1983 to 1995, with 63 core holes completed for a total of 14,330m, along with 1.7km of underground development starting in 1990, ultimately comprising a 300-meter-long adit connected to a 700-plus meter-long drive in the footwall of the mineralized zone with seven crosscuts into the mineralized zone for sampling purposes. These efforts culminated in a multi-volume study comprising drill logs, analyses, drill plans, maps and sections, deposit model studies, petrographic studies, metallurgical studies and more, culminating in a multi-volume compendium of reports produced by the Slovak Geological Institute published in 1992. The historical estimate at Trojarová was classified using the Slovak version of the newly post-Soviet Russian classification system, which is not directly comparable to or compatible with the western system as defined by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy & Petroluem ("CIM Definition Standards for Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves"). The Slovak Geological Institute, the State agency that carried out all exploration and underground development work at Trojarová, classified the resource as "P1" in the Slovak version of the Russian classification system. P1 is closest within the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy & Petroleum's ("CIM") classification system to "Inferred Mineral Resources," which is defined by the CIM as that part of a Mineral Resource for which quantity and grade or quality are estimated on the basis of limited geological evidence gathered through appropriate sampling techniques from locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and drill holes.The 1992 Report contains a table featuring ten alternate historical resource estimates, five focused on the antimony component of the mineralized system and five on its gold component, each group of five featuring decreasing tonnage at increasing grade for antimony and gold, respectively. This table is shown below.Historical alternate resource estimate scenarios for Trojarova(source: Michel et al, 1992)To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/230288_a61f2007c4ec68b4_001full.jpgUpon completion of the Amalgamation, the Company will move forward to verify this historical estimate through a program of confirmation drilling so that it is able to classify mineral resources at Trojarová as current, in accordance with National Instrument 43-101.Map showing the location of Military's properties in SlovakiaTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10818/230288_a61f2007c4ec68b4_002full.jpgInvestor Relations Engagements:The Company further announces entry into agreements related to marketing and investor relations. Further to the news releases announced on October 24, 2024, the Company engaged Clarkham Capital ("Clarkham") to provide investor relations services with a focus on the German stock market and the German-speaking investment community in support of the company listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (the "Clarkham Agreement") with a commencement date of November 18, 2024. Pursuant to the terms of the Clarkham Agreement, Clarkham will, among other items, provide the Company with marketing services, which includes social media management, content creation, distribution, digital marketing, including, but not limited to, the preparation of articles and coverages on multiple financial platforms and newsletters, and translation and distribution of press releases in Germany and any other marketing services as agreed upon by the Company and Clarkham (the "Clarkham Services"). The Clarkham Agreement has a term of two (2) months and is anticipated to commence on or about November 18, 2024. The Company will make a one-time payment to Clarkham of EUR 200,000 (CAD$298,340), as consideration for the Services. Sebastian Korbach will be providing the Clarkham Services to the Company on behalf of Clarkham and may be contacted at +44-20-38839398 or cc@clarkham.com. The Company will not issue any securities to Clarkham as compensation. Both Clarkham and Sebastian Korbach are arm's length to the Company and do not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities nor do they have any right to acquire such an interest.Additionally, the Company entered into a one-time media services arrangement with Robert Sinn ("Sinn") in which Sinn will provide the Company with marketing services, which includes, video content creation, distribution, digital marketing, in connection with a video interview being conducted by Sinn (the "Sinn Services") for distribution on popular investor platforms such as BNN Bloomberg. The Sinn Services will commence on November 20, 2024. The Company will make a one-time payment to Sinn of $2,500 USD, as consideration for the Sinn Services. Sinn and may be contacted at +352-613-2850 or ceotechnician@gmail.com, or Suite 508, 416 SW 1st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301. The Company will not issue any securities to Sinn as compensation. Sinn is arm's length to the Company and does not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities nor does he have any right to acquire such an interest.On November 15, 2024, the Company entered into a media services contract (the "NIA Agreement") with GRA Enterprises LLC, DBA National Inflation Association ("NIA"). Pursuant to the terms of the NIA Agreement, NIA will, among other items, provide the Company with marketing services, which includes social media management, content creation, distribution, digital marketing, and any other marketing services as agreed upon by the Company and NIA (the "NIA Services") for distribution on popular investor platforms such as BNN Bloomberg and Benzinga. The NIA Agreement has a term of thee (3) months and is anticipated to commence on or about November 18, 2024. The Company will make a one-time payment to NIA of US$30,000, as consideration for the Services. Gerard Adams will be providing the NIA Services to the Company on behalf of NIA, and may be contacted at +973-277-7674 or inflationusceo@gmail.com, or 112 Camp Lane, Mooresville, NC 28117. The Company will not issue any securities to NIA as compensation. Both Gerard Adams and NIA are arm's length to the Company and do not have any interest, direct or indirect, in the Company or its securities nor do they have any right to acquire such an interest.The technical contents of this release were reviewed and approved by Avrom E. Howard, MSc, PGeo, geological consultant to Military Metals and a qualified person as defined by NI 43-101.About Military Metals Corp. The Company is a British Columbia-based mineral exploration company that is primarily engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties with a focus on antimony.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD of DIRECTORSFor more information, please contact:Scott EldridgeCEO and Directorscott@militarymetalscorp.comFor enquiries, please call 604-722-5381 or 604-537-7556This news release contains "forward-looking information". Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking information in this news release includes statements related to the filing of a NI 43-101 compliant technical report, the filing of the Business Acquisition Report, as well as future plans for exploration activities, and for marketing. A variety of factors, including known and unknown risks, many of which are beyond our control, could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information in this news release. These include, geopolitical developments related to the supply of antimony, the continued use of antimony and availability of alternatives, availability of capital and labour in respect of the properties that are the subjects of this news release, the results of any future exploration activities, which cannot be guaranteed, and such other factors as may impact any future activities in respect of the properties held by the Company. Additional risk factors can also be found in the Company's public filings under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date of this news release and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward looking statements if circumstances, management's estimates or opinions should change, except as required by securities legislation. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.The Canadian Securities Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the information contained herein and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/230288 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

JAKARTA, Nov 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PT PLN (Persero) is promoting participation with the global community during the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024. This initiative is in harmony with the nation's objective of an energy transition towards sustainable energy self-sufficiency.Hashim Djojohadikusumo, Indonesia's Special Envoy to COP29Hashim Djojohadikusumo, Indonesia's Special Envoy to COP29, stated that under President Prabowo Subianto's leadership, Indonesia is committed to sustaining existing commitments made by preceding presidents to accelerate the energy transition and mitigate climate change."We will keep our commitments and develop new programs led by President Prabowo. Among these is an initiative to add 100 gigawatts of new power generation over the next 15 years, with renewable energy accounting for 75% (75 gigawatts). This ambitious initiative will necessitate USD 235 billion in investment," Hashim remarked at the opening of the Indonesian Pavilion at COP29 on Monday, November 11.Hashim also highlighted additional commitments, such as carbon emission reduction through Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology. Indonesia is prepared to collaborate with multinational companies and other stakeholders interested in investing in this sector."Indonesia is blessed with vast saline aquifers, both onshore and offshore, providing an estimated carbon storage capacity of 500 gigatons," Hashim said.Indonesia invites international stakeholders to join in combating global warming, he noted, as the impact of climate change in Indonesia is part of a broader global challenge. "This journey will take years; it cannot be done overnight. It requires funding, technology, and knowledge," Hashim emphasized. Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq expressed optimism about the role of the Indonesian Pavilion at COP29, not only for Indonesia but also as a platform for global collaboration on climate mitigation solutions."The COP29 theme strongly aligns with our (Indonesian) pavilion theme, 'Sustainability Stronger Together.' This concept reflects our belief that through cooperation among nations, sectors, and communities, we can address climate change effectively," Faisol noted.The Indonesian Pavilion has three main objectives: representing Indonesia's climate diplomacy, promoting Indonesia's comprehensive climate mitigation efforts, and exploring new ideas, partnerships, and opportunities for strengthening climate resilience worldwide. Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni emphasized that economic growth must be balanced with environmental protection, particularly forest conservation. He urged all stakeholders to participate in these efforts to achieve sustainable economic growth. "I encourage everyone to address our current forestry issues together. Collaboration is our collective responsibility to protect and conserve our forests, making them a source of prosperity for future generations," Raja Juli remarked. PLN CEO Darmawan Prasodjo reiterated PLN's commitment to support the Indonesian government's goal of adding new power generation capacity to achieve sustainable energy self-sufficiency. He noted that PLN has developed a roadmap and is expanding partnerships with local and global stakeholders."As the backbone of Indonesia's energy security, PLN is optimistic about achieving this target through a transition strategy focused on renewable energy and continuous sustainable development," Darmawan explained. To meet these goals, PLN has planned a Green Enabling Transmission Line to deliver clean energy from renewable sources in remote areas. Spanning 70,000 kilometers, this transmission network will connect Indonesian islands and transport clean electricity to urban demand centers. Darmawan also stressed that PLN continues to increase its renewable energy generation capacity and harness Indonesia's clean energy potential. "PLN is committed to developing supporting infrastructure, including smart grids, smart control systems, intelligent distribution, and battery storage systems to maximize renewable energy use," he stated. Collaboration, Darmawan emphasized, is essential. "PLN actively participates in global events like COP29 to strengthen partnerships for achieving sustainable energy self-sufficiency." "Global community efforts, including sustainable investments, technology transfer, and supportive policies for renewable energy development, are crucial," Darmawan concluded.Source: Antara for PLN ( https://web.pln.co.id/en/sustainability/sustainability ) Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.