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HKIRA 9th IR Awards 2023 now open for nomination

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HONG KONG, Feb 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hong Kong Investor Relations Association (HKIRA) is pleased to announce that public nomination is now open for the HKIRA 9th IR Awards 2023 (the 'Awards'). This will be the ninth consecutive year of the Awards at which remarkable practices of good IR and corporate governance are recognized among Hong Kong listed companies. Mr Vincent Ching, Managing Director, Head of Intermediaries Business (Asia Pacific) of Value Partners Group, Professor Louis Cheng, Dr. S H Ho Professor of Banking and Finance and the Director of Research Centre for ESG, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Chairman of the Judging Panel, Dr Eva Chan, Founding Chairman of HKIRA and Mr Kevin Leung, Investor Relations Director & Company Secretary of China Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited (From left to right).Dr Eva Chan, Founding Chairman of HKIRA, said, "Entering the post-COVID era, it is time for IR professionals to look deeper into how best to improve communications with different stakeholders. COVID has certainly brought about changes to the industry, with increasing focus on ESG, health-consciousness and wellness overall, as well as more...

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GobizKOREA Releases a Virtual Exhibition Platform – Gobiz Town

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Exhibition of Prospective Products and Provision of Virtual Consultation with Online Virtual Exhibition Hall Seoul, Korea, December 02, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – GobizKOREA announced the release of ‘Gobiz Town’, a Virtual Exhibition Platform to present domestic small and medium enterprise products to overseas buyers. Gobiz Town View [virtual space designed with digital twin technology, and its scenery changes by four seasons] Gobiz Town is designed to provide a convenient experience to all without the restriction of time and space. It implies the ‘Go-Biz community’ with the exchange of domestic export companies and overseas buyers. With just a simple operation, users can look around the space as if users are strolling along the park. Various virtual halls are prepared for users to visit, such as: Institution Introduction HallExport Products Exhibition HallMetaverse Conference Hall, and Event Hall. Gobiz Town Exhibition Booth & Product Information [Product Details View, Inquiry Sending, and Sample Purchase are all available on a single screen] Overseas buyers can explore the online exhibition full of items like cosmetics and food as if they are at the actual exhibition without any in...

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Upcoming Event – Hebei (ASEAN) Export Commodities Online Fair 2022

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Beijing, China, Nov 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hebei (ASEAN) Export Commodities Online Fair will be held from 21 Nov.2022 to 30 June 2023 via Global Business Matching Online Platform www.gbmof.com. The Online Fair is hosted by Hebei Provincial Department of Commerce and organized by CMEC International Exhibition Co., Ltd. Hundreds of high-quality Hebei enterprises showcase their products via platform to establish a directly link with the potential buyers from ASEAN who register on the platform and find sales leads for their business. The displaying products are covering the whole category of export products of Hebei Province, such as hardware, building materials, furniture, sanitary ware, transportation equipment and accessories, food and agriculture, consumer products, bio-medicine & medical Devices, etc. Dozens of Hebei enterprises and related industry potential buyers from ASEAN will achieve accurate one on one matchmaking meetings through platform and internet cloud video conference technology.Ms. Pei Shixin, Fist-Level Inspector of Hebei Provincial Department of Commerce delivered a speech for Hebei Export Commodities Online FairAs an economically strong...

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Corinium presents: CISO Healthcare APAC Online

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Singapore, Sep 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Exclusively designed for today's healthcare InfoSec leaders to compare their strategies and to learn, network with forward-thinking peers, to discuss how the healthcare industry can use information security to reform and revolutionise the patient experience.Taking place across two days, this online event delivers the content you cannot find anywhere else. Are you ready to accelerate your data and analytics journey?The conference will cover a range of cutting-edge case studies and issues tackled will include data governance, data privacy and consent!CISO Healthcare Online APAC provides the unique opportunity to connect, learn, and do more business, effectively, safely and with confidence.Join us, 22-23 November, for over two action-packed days and the event will bring together infosec leaders from key healthcare providers across the region!2022 Key Themes: - Threats to Healthcare Information Exploring the vulnerabilities of information system in healthcare through case studies and what was done in the past to mitigate risks- Digitalisation of Healthcare Exploring the risks and benefits of digitalisation and virtual care se...

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Jefferies maintains Buy rating on Yeahka(09923.HK)

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HONG KONG, Sep 2, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Yeahka, the leading payment-based technology platform in China announced its 2022 interim results in late August. During the period, total revenue climbed 17.1% to RMB1,641.8 million, gross profit rose 52.1% to RMB529.3 million, and gross margin increased from 24.8% to 32.2%."Yeahka's 1H revenue and adjusted EBITDA beat our estimates. Management highlighted multi-channels strategies to embrace in-store e-commerce opportunities and reaffirmed full-year GMV guidance. We expect it to maintain fast growth trend in 2023 due to the huge addressable market ahead. We revise our payment volume assumptions in 2H due to the recent resurgence of the pandemic and estimate take-rate to be better than expected for the full year." Jefferies says in its newly released research report.Jefferies emphasizes that Yeahka is one of the 16 payment service providers with a national bank card acquiring license and mobile phone payment license from the PBOC, which currently has 7.3m active payment service merchants. The payment business provides traffic, merchants and data insights to Yeahka, in particular payment and online marketing services. Back...

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EQS-News: 51Talk releases first quarter results, announcing spin-off with listed company targeting overseas market

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EQS-News / 04/07/2022 / 11:20 UTC+8 51Talk releases first quarter results, announcing spin-off with listed company targeting overseas market On 24 June 2022, 51Talk(COE.US) announced its first quarter 2022 financial results. The report indicates 51Talk has restructured its mainland and overseas business and completed operational restructuring. By spinning off its mainland business from the listed company, 51Talk will focus on developing its overseas English services for children and becoming a listed international online education company. After divesting its mainland business, the negative net assets position of USD 137 million at the end of the quarter shifted to a positive position. In March 2022, revenue from overseas business achieved a positive cash flow in a single month for the first time, showing a strong business performance. Spin-off and Restructuring to Focus on Overseas Markets After the announcement of the "double reduction" policy early in July 2021, 51Talk initiated global expansion efforts in response to regulations on off-campus tutoring. Prior to the release of the 2021 Annual Report, 51Talk CEO Huang Jiajia had also indicated that internal measures would be take...

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51Talk releases first quarter results, announcing spin-off with listed company targeting overseas market

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On 24 June 2022, 51Talk(COE.US) announced its first quarter 2022 financial results. The report indicates 51Talk has restructured its mainland and overseas business and completed operational restructuring. By spinning off its mainland business from the listed company, 51Talk will focus on developing its overseas English services for children and becoming a listed international online education company. After divesting its mainland business, the negative net assets position of USD 137 million at the end of the quarter shifted to a positive position. In March 2022, revenue from overseas business achieved a positive cash flow in a single month for the first time, showing a strong business performance. Spin-off and Restructuring to Focus on Overseas Markets After the announcement of the "double reduction" policy early in July 2021, 51Talk initiated global expansion efforts in response to regulations on off-campus tutoring. Prior to the release of the 2021 Annual Report, 51Talk CEO Huang Jiajia had also indicated that internal measures would be taken to restructure the company's businesses. Now, 51Talk releases a positive signal through the spin-off as all revenue will be generated from ...

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2022 Shaoxing Famous Products International Online Exhibition Launch Ceremony and CCOIC Shaoxing Chamber of Commerce RCEP Forum Was Successfully Held

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Shaoxing, China, June 29, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - On June 28, 2022 Shaoxing Famous Products International Online Exhibition Launch Ceremony and CCOIC Shaoxing Chamber of Commerce RCEP Forum was successfully held. This kicked off a series of 12 online cloud exhibitions for 6 months, targeting different industries and overseas markets.The event was held both online and offline with Mr. Shi Huifang, Mayor of Shaoxing City, Mr. Chen Zongyao, Chairman of CCPIT Zhejiang, Mr. Xia Wendi, Chairman of China National Machinery Industry International Co. (SINOMACHINT), Mr. Tao Guanfeng, Executive Vice Mayor of Shaoxing City and other relevant leaders of Shaoxing City present offline. Mr. Deny Wachyudi Kurnia, Consul General of Consulate General of Indonesia in Shanghai, Mr. Hussain Haider, Consul General of Consulate General of Pakistan in Shanghai, Ms. Tran Ha Trang, Consul of Consulate General of Vietnam in Shanghai, ASEAN China Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Association of Belt and Road Malaysia, India China Regional Exchanges and Trade Investment Center and other overseas guests and representatives of business associations attended the meeting online.Mr. Shi Huifang, M...

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Get Me Press Launches an Online PR Agency Focused on Startups and Founders

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CHICAGO, IL, Jun 17, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Get Me Press' founders are excited to announce the launch of their online public relations agency, which will focus on startups and entrepreneurs.To learn more about Get Me Press and the services they offer visit www.getmepressnow.com.The company's mantra, according to a spokeswoman, is "We Tell Your Story Online." The team of experts collaborates closely with their clients, writing, editing, and publishing their story in prominent online journals and industry publications."We understand that entrepreneurs and company founders have ideas, and we have the infrastructure to help them turn those ideas into published contributions in prominent online journals.""We understand that entrepreneurs and company founders have ideas, and we have the infrastructure to help them turn those ideas into published contributions in leading online journals. This is why Get Me Press focuses on startups and founders," the spokesperson explained, adding that Get Me Press' writers have extensive expertise writing for major magazines and understand how to effectively communicate their clients' messages.According to the spokesperson, advice and ...

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Renovated Mazda Museum Grand Reopening in May

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HIROSHIMA, Japan, Apr 21, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation's Mazda Museum, located in its Hiroshima headquarters, has undergone a full renovation. The museum showcases historic vehicles and exhibits of the company's history since its foundation.Renovated Mazda MuseumDue to open to the public on May 23 this year, the museum's spatial design and displays have seen a complete makeover with the aim to provide customers and people in the community with a space in which they can grow closer to Mazda, as well as to strengthen the Museum's role as a base for communication of the Mazda brand.Additionally, an online Mazda Museum* was launched today on our official website to allow many more visitors to browse through the museum's displays.With a monotone color scheme coupled with warm lighting and wood surfaces, the new Mazda Museum's interior and exterior were all designed in accordance with the latest Mazda brand design concept, providing an elegant yet cozy space for visitors.The museum has 10 different exhibit zones with decor and lighting that match each zone's theme. The entire museum has been designed to provide visitors with a narrative experience of ...

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HKTDC: 93% of international buyers used online sourcing platforms during pandemic

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HONG KONG, Apr 20, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruption to global sourcing patterns. According to a new survey commissioned by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Research, the vast majority of international buyers (93%) have used online sourcing platforms since the pandemic began, with more than 85% attending virtual fairs to meet their sourcing needs. However, most buyers surveyed said they would prefer to source via physical fairs (63%) or hybrid fairs (59%) once travel restrictions are lifted.HKTDC Director of Research Irina Fan said physical fairs and hybrid fairs are the future as the two formats can complement each other.HKTDC's Irina Fan - hybrid and physical fairs are complementaryCommenting on the findings of the survey, HKTDC Director of Research Irina Fan said: "The survey reflects that more buyers have been choosing to purchase online due to the pandemic. However, this makes it difficult to perform tasks such as product examination and evaluation as well as supplier authentication. We believe that physical fairs and hybrid fairs are the future, with the two complementing each other."The HKTDC commissi...

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HKIRA 8th IR Awards 2022 now open for nomination

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HONG KONG, Apr 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hong Kong Investor Relations Association (HKIRA) is pleased to announce that public nomination is now open for the HKIRA 8th IR Awards 2022 (the 'Awards'). This will be the eighth consecutive year of the Awards at which remarkable practices of good IR and corporate governance are recognized among Hong Kong listed companies. Professor Louis Cheng, Dr. S H Ho Professor of Banking and Finance and the Director of Research Centre for ESG, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Chairman of the Judging Panel (left) and Dr Eva Chan, Founding Chairman of HKIRA (right).Dr Eva Chan, Founding Chairman of HKIRA, said, "It has been another challenging year for business operators in most industries. IR professionals' role is increasingly important in keeping investors and the public abreast of the latest update of listed companies and their industries. Under the new normal, new forms of communication channels are supported by advanced technologies, to facilitate instant and transparent exchange of information. We are glad that the IR community was able to turn challenges into opportunities and we look forward to recognizing more listed ...

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ZhongAn Online Released 2021 Annual Report

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HONG KONG, Mar 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ZhongAn Online P & C Insurance Co. Ltd. ("ZhongAn Online" or "ZhongAn" or the "Company", HKEx: 6060) released its audited annual report for the year ended December 31, 2021 ("the reporting period"). The Company leveraged its strengths in insurance technology and rich resources connected through its ecosystems to further promote insurance inclusion. The Company provided insurance services for more than 500 million users with a caring hand, the number of customers receiving claim payment reached 129 million in 2021. Adhering to the strategy of "sustainable growth with quality" and technology-driven cost reduction and efficiency improvement, the Company printed solid numbers in 2021. Gross written premium (GWP) reached RMB20.37 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 21.9%. Combined ratio improved to 99.6%, marked the first underwriting profitable fiscal year in its history. Net profit attributable to owners of the parent reached RMB1.16 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 110.3%, on the back of increased operational efficiency and robust growth of investment income.Under the dual-engine growth stra...

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8,000 talents join FILMART Online and EntertainmentPulse

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HONG KONG, Mar 18, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), FILMART Online and the first edition of EntertainmentPulse both received an enthusiastic response. The four-day virtual events brought together around 8,000 industry talents from 81 countries and regions. 749 exhibitors showcased over 2,400 new film and TV productions at the event, the majority being feature films, TV dramas and animations. FILMART Online also arranged business matchings for exhibitors and potential buyers, promoting trade and collaboration within the industry. FILMART Online saw a total of 27 online events staged, including 14 seminar sessions held at EntertainmentPulse.FILMART Online and the first edition of EntertainmentPulse drew to a close on 17 March. The four-day dual events brought together around 8,000 industry talents from 81 countries and regions.Gordon Lam (R) said the strengths of Hong Kong film continue to develop and he is sure that the old and new generations of filmmakers can come together and help to reinvigorate the local film industry.Melody Hildebrandt, Chief Information Security Officer at FOX and President of Blockchain C...

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FILMART Online and new EntertainmentPulse open today

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HONG KONG, Mar 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), FILMART Online opens today along with the first edition of EntertainmentPulse. The four-day virtual events bring together more than 740 exhibitors and some 8,000 industry talents, who are releasing and promoting more than 2,300 of their latest film and TV productions.FILMART Online and the first edition of EntertainmentPulse opened today. The four-day virtual events have brought together more than 740 exhibitors and some 8,000 industry talents, who are releasing and promoting 2,300 of their latest film and TV productions.Jessica Kam-Engle, Head of Content & Development at the Walt Disney Company in Asia-Pacific, shared how Disney+ collaborates with content creators to bring Asia-Pacific productions to global audiences.Global production talents light up FILMART OnlineThe 2022 edition of FILMART Online has once again received enthusiastic support from production companies both local and international. Exhibitors from Hong Kong include Edko Films, Emperor Motion Pictures, Entertaining Power, Golden Network, Golden Scene, Golden Sun Films Distribution, Mandarin...

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Interactive Energy Storage Online Workshop is Back By Popular Demand

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Singapore, Mar 10, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - A new date for Energy Storage online workshop has been announced by Infocus International Group and It will commence live on the 17th of June 2022.Energy storage differs from other energy technologies in the breadth and complexity of its addressable market and revenue opportunities. This training course provides a comprehensive, business-focused analysis of these opportunities, allowing attendees to analyse, understand and segment them. While naturally focusing on battery storage, this course also covers the variety of competing storage technologies and describes the wide variety of problems energy storage seeks to solve, at a wide range of deployment sizes and timescales, including key issues around practical project delivery.This course is ideal for those from the investment community and professionals who are working within the power sector in a commercial or business development role. It provides an independent perspective on the competing options, the economic environment in which storage projects operate, and the operational and revenue risks which are important to them.The 4-days training programme provides a clear...