HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Amid volatility in global fuel prices, Vingroup has announced the launch of a special “Trade Gas for Electric” program in Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The program offers an additional 3% discount on VinFast cars and 5% discount on VinFast electric scooters for customers switching from old gasoline vehicles. At the same time, fares for Xanh SM services will be reduced by 10% from March 11 to March 31, 2026, depending on each market.
Specifically, in addition to the existing incentives currently available, customers who switch from old gasoline vehicles to new VinFast electric vehicles during the program period will receive an additional 3% discount for cars and 5% discount for scooters. The program will be applied across all four markets: Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
In line with VinFast’s pioneering spirit, GSM Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company has also announced an immediate 10% reduction in fares for electric mobility services on the Xanh SM platform in Vietnam and Green SM in Indonesia from March 11 to March 31, 2026. This initiative offers customers a more environmentally-friendly and cost-effective transportation option.
The program may be extended depending on international developments and future fuel price movements.
Ms. Duong Thi Thu Trang, Deputy CEO of Global Sales, VinFast, stated: “The special ‘Trade Gas for Electric’ program launched in March across four key markets is VinFast’s timely response to geopolitical volatility that is affecting socio-economic conditions in many countries around the world. As one of the pioneering manufacturers leading the global electric vehicle revolution, VinFast together with companies in Vingroup’s green ecosystem aims to help reduce the impact of fuel prices on people’s daily lives while also lowering environmental pollution through smarter, more sustainable, and more cost-efficient mobility solutions.”
The special “Trade Gas for Electric” program will be implemented in parallel with and combined with other available incentive programs in each market. Through layered incentives, Vingroup and companies within its ecosystem aim to create favorable conditions for customers to transition quickly to electric vehicles, reduce dependence on gasoline, stabilize daily life, and contribute to building a cleaner and more civilized living environment.
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New Academy and Shenyang satellite office strengthen SUSS’ visibility and partnerships across Western and Northeast China.
CHONGQING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) today launched the SUSS Success Academy in Chongqing in collaboration with Raffles Young Academy (RYA) Pte Ltd and announced the establishment of a satellite office in Shenyang. Building on its Success Academies in Beijing and Shenzhen, the Academy strengthens SUSS’ presence in China and supports its growing engagement across Western and Northeast China.
Guests and partners at the launch event of the Success Academy in Chongqing. (From L-R: Dr Yap Meen Sheng, Assistant Provost, SUSS; Mr Lennon Tan, President, Singapore Manufacturing Federation; Mr Li Xunfu, Deputy Director of Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce; Prof Tan Tai Yong, President, SUSS; Mr Samuel Ng, Executive Chairman, Raffles Young Academy; Associate Professor Justina Tan, Vice President, Strategic & Partnership Engagement)
The launch was commemorated with an opening ceremony at the CCI Gallery, attended by close to 70 guests from China and Singapore, including representatives from institutions of higher learning, and industry and community partners. The ceremony was presided by Vice-Consul (Political) Ms. Mavis Tan, Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore, Chengdu and Mr. Li Xunfu, Deputy Director of Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce.
Success Academy to connect partners from Singapore and China
Anchored in SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating social impact, the Academy will serve as a key nexus for academic and industry partners from both countries. Through cross-cultural collaboration and practice-oriented learning, it also aims to develop future-ready talent equipped to contribute meaningfully to society and the economy.
RYA is an education and talent development organisation aimed at nurturing future-ready talent through industry-oriented learning and international exposure. RYA will bring its networks and local expertise to support and enhance the Academy’s initiatives.
Through the Academy, SUSS will provide opportunities for students from SUSS and other Singapore pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions to co-learn and co-innovate with peers in China. These include interdisciplinary global learning courses, impact startup and venture builder programmes, industry-based immersions and student exchanges. SUSS students will also gain regional exposure through internships and other workplace learning opportunities. In addition, the Academy will support SUSS in working with universities and organisations in China to jointly design and deliver industry-relevant courses and programmes for students and executives.
Extending engagement into Northeast China with Shenyang satellite office
To further deepen its engagement in Northeast China, SUSS will launch a satellite office in Shenyang on 11 March 2026 under the Success Academy in Chongqing. This office will support SUSS’ initiatives in Liaoning Province and surrounding areas, including Dalian. In addition, three Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) will be signed with the following organisations:
Shenyang University of Chemical Technology (SYUCT): Collaborative development of a Master’s degree programme in Social Work, fostering cross-border knowledge exchange, curriculum innovation, and talent development to address evolving social service needs.
North-East Institute of Population and Social Development: Joint research endeavours, professional development programmes, and meaningful academia-industry partnerships to generate evidence-based solutions, build capabilities, and promote active ageing ecosystems that benefit individuals and communities.
Professor Tan Tai Yong, President of SUSS, said, “China is an important partner for SUSS as we expand opportunities for our students and strengthen collaboration across Asia. The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing allows us to work more closely with universities, industry and community partners in Western and Northeast China, and to deliver applied, practice-oriented education that responds to real-world needs. Our partnership with Raffles Young Academy reflects our shared commitment to developing future-ready talent and supporting professional growth across the region.”
Mr. Samuel Ng, Executive Chairman, RYA, said, “Our collaboration with the Singapore University of Social Sciences reflects a shared belief in applied, practice-oriented education and in preparing students and enterprises to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Chongqing’s strategic position as a gateway to Western China and a hub for industry and connectivity makes it an ideal location for immersive, industry-linked education. This partnership represents a long-term commitment to building enduring bridges between students and industry, between academia and practice, and between Singapore and China.”
The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing is part of SUSS’ broader expansion across Asia. Since 2023, SUSS has established Success Academies in Beijing, Shenzhen, Ho Chi Minh City Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila and Mumbai.
For more information, visit www.suss.edu.sg/success-academy.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – CK Life Sciences Int’l., (Holdings) Inc. (“CK Life Sciences” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 0775) today announced the establishment of Sequencio Therapeutics (“Sequencio”), a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to advancing the Company’s therapeutic cancer vaccine portfolio.
TheThirdPillar of aStrategicReorganisation
This marks the third pillar of a strategic reorganisation, following transactions involving Nasdaq-listed TransCode Therapeutics (“TransCode”, “RNAZ”) and Dogwood Therapeutics (“Dogwood”, “DWTX”) completed in 2025 and 2024, respectively. Collectively, these developments are intended to accelerate R&D, enhance operational execution, and broaden capital access for pharmaceuticals and diagnostics R&D, positioning CK Life Sciences at the forefront of therapeutic cancer vaccine development.
Sequencio– A TherapeuticCancerVaccineR&DPlatform
Sequencio Therapeutics has been established to consolidate CK Life Sciences’ therapeutic cancer vaccine research and development portfolio under a dedicated organisation, reflecting the Company’s strategic focus on this emerging class of cancer immunotherapy. The subsidiary is focused on the development of therapeutic cancer vaccines designed to train a patient’s own immune system to achieve durable, long-term remission with a favourable safety profile, addressing key limitations of current standard-of-care therapies. The establishment of Sequencio supports a long-term vision of shifting cancer treatment paradigms from transient tumour reduction toward sustained, immune-controlled remission, with vaccine discovery and design conducted in-house and development advanced through a combination of internal capabilities and external collaborations.
Sequencio’s preclinical portfolio includes the Company’s investigational cancer vaccines targeting Trophoblast Cell Surface Antigen 2 (TROP2), which has demonstrated robust T-cell immune responses and achieved 100% tumour growth inhibition in preclinical breast and colorectal cancer mouse studies. The portfolio also includes vaccine candidates targeting PRAME (Preferentially Expressed Antigen in Melanoma), PD-L1 (programmed cell death ligand 1), B7-H3 (B7 homolog 3), and Claudin 6.
Dr Melvin Toh, Chief Scientific Officer: A Significant Milestone in Ongoing Commitment to Transforming Cancer Treatment
“The establishment of Sequencio marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to transforming cancer treatment,” said Dr Melvin Toh, Chief Scientific Officer at CK Life Sciences. “By consolidating our cancer vaccine research under a dedicated entity, we are establishing a focused platform with the agility and expertise required to drive breakthrough science from the laboratory to the clinic, with the aim of delivering potential benefits to patients.”
Over the past two years, CK Life Sciences has undergone a comprehensive restructuring to maximise the potential of its R&D portfolio, with a view to attracting additional funding from investors. In 2025, the Company’s late-stage melanoma vaccine seviprotimut-L was sold to Nasdaq-listed TransCode in exchange for an equity stake in Transcode. Through the integration of seviprotimut-L into TransCode Therapeutics’ pipeline, the potential synergy between vaccine-driven immunity and RNA-based mechanisms presents an opportunity to explore new approaches to addressing treatment resistance and achieving more durable patient responses.
Separately, in 2024, CK Life Sciences completed a transaction with Dogwood Therapeutics, a Nasdaq-listed company focused on developing new medicines for pain and neuropathy, in which CK Life Sciences holds a majority stake. Dogwood is advancing Halneuron® for chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain, which has demonstrated positive interim Phase 2b results. Dogwood has also secured a global licence to develop an intravenous formulation of SP16 for cancer-related pain.
Both Nasdaq-listed companies are led by experienced scientific and commercial teams, providing greater access to US capital markets and potential strategic partnerships to expedite development. These transactions enable CK Life Sciences’ commercial operations to provide initial and standby funding for its in-house preclinical programmes, now consolidated under Sequencio.
With Sequencio, TransCode and Dogwood, CK Life Sciences now offers an R&D platform with a diversified pipeline of early and late-stage projects targeting substantial unmet medical needs.
Mr Alan Yu, Deputy Chairman: Consider Expanding in an Innovative and Hi-tech Zone like the Northern Metropolis
“By leveraging strategic partnerships, access to public markets, and focused internal development, we are combining the agility of dedicated teams, with the resources needed to advance groundbreaking sciences,” added Mr Alan Yu, Deputy Chairman of CK Life Sciences. “We look forward to delivering these innovative therapies to the patients who need them most. As our R&D projects mature, we may need to consider expanding our R&D facilities in an innovative and hi-tech zone like that of Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis.”
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Yi Yun Movers, a moving company in Singapore, is reassessing its operations as competition intensifies across the moving industry. With services often viewed as interchangeable and prices closely compared, operational efficiency, safety, and coordination are becoming key priorities.
Competitive Landscape and Market Pressures
Singapore’s storage and moving industry was valued at USD 59.48 billion in 2024. It is projected to grow steadily, reaching USD 100.16 billion by 2033. As demand expands, operators face rising expectations from customers who want clearer quotations, faster responses, careful handling of belongings, and fewer disruptions during moves. These expectations are evolving faster than the industry’s traditional operating models.
“Customers today are more informed and expect clarity and coordination throughout the moving process,” said Liang, Sales Manager of Yi Yun Movers. “Meeting these expectations requires tighter planning and consistent execution, especially in a highly competitive environment.”
Operational Focus Over Marketing Claims
Within this environment, Yi Yun Movers has focused on strengthening its core operations, particularly in areas such as safe handling, flexible scheduling, and end-to-end service coordination. The mover in Singapore provides residential and commercial moving services, along with storage, disposal, and after-hours relocations. These reflect a shift toward accommodating varied customer timelines and operational needs.
Technology as Operational Support, Not Replacement
The moving industry in Singapore is believed to have relatively low service differentiation, making internal efficiency a critical factor. To address this, some firms are beginning to explore how digital tools can support daily operations. Rather than replacing existing workflows, technology is being considered for practical functions, such as route planning, scheduling coordination, and administrative efficiency.
For Yi Yun Movers, this has meant examining how planning and coordination can be tightened without disrupting established on-the-ground processes. The company has taken a cautious approach, focusing on whether digital tools can reduce manual work and improve scheduling accuracy. At the same time, it keeps experienced crews and established handling practices at the centre of operations.
“We’re careful not to introduce changes that add complexity on the ground,” as revealed by Jovi, Operations Manager of Yi Yun Movers. “Any use of digital tools is meant to support planning and coordination, not replace the practical experience of our crews.”
GPS Software for Route Planning and Fleet Management
One of the key digital tools Yi Yun Movers has incorporated is GPS software. This technology helps the company optimise route planning and fleet management by:
Providing real-time traffic data
Calculating the most efficient routes
Tracking vehicles throughout the process
This integration not only ensures faster service delivery but also improves customer communication regarding timeframes. With GPS software, the moving teams can focus on executing their tasks on the ground.
SME Readiness and Incremental Technology Adoption
This measured approach aligns with broader national discussions around small and medium enterprise (SME) readiness for technology adoption. While large-scale automation remains out of reach for many operators, incremental use of digital tools to support planning and coordination is increasingly viewed as necessary to remain competitive without compromising service reliability.
Yi Yun Movers’ experience reflects this wider SME reality. Rather than pursuing large-scale system changes, the company has focused on incremental adjustments that support administrative efficiency and coordination, recognising that readiness varies across teams and that operational continuity remains critical in a service-led business.
Adapting to Evolving Customer Expectations
As relocation activity continues alongside Singapore’s dynamic property and business landscape, operators are navigating tighter margins and higher service expectations. For Yi Yun Movers, the focus remains on maintaining service consistency, careful handling of items, and adapting operations to meet changing customer needs in a highly competitive moving industry.
Looking Ahead
Continued growth in Singapore’s moving and storage sector is shaping how operators manage cost, coordination, and service reliability. With customer expectations evolving alongside broader economic and property trends, operational discipline and adaptability are likely to remain central to how moving firms compete.
Yi Yun Movers intends to refine internal processes and maintain service standards while responding to industry changes pragmatically. This reflects a wider shift among local service providers toward strengthening operational foundations, as the moving industry adapts to a more demanding and competitive environment.
In addition to enhancing route planning and fleet management with GPS software, Yi Yun Movers is exploring the use of AI-Assisted Customer Relationship Management (CRM). By integrating AI-driven CRM tools, Yi Yun Movers aims to automate customer interactions, personalise communication, and improve service delivery.
With these forward-thinking approaches, the company is positioning itself to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market. This enables its teams to effectively address the evolving needs and expectations of Singapore’s moving and storage sector.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Food Expo PRO and Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be staged concurrently from 13 to 15 August 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fairs serve as a powerful business platform tailored for industry professionals to launch new products, build connections with influential buyers, and discover fresh market opportunities.
The Food Expo PRO open exclusively to trade buyers on the first two days, and welcome public ticket-holders on 15 August. The concurrent Hong Kong International Tea Fair will be open to both trade buyers and public ticket holders for all three days. The 2025 edition gathered some 18,500 buyers from 64 countries and regions. Buyers are mainly importers, wholesalers, distributors, hotel groups, restaurants, clubhouses, and retail leaders such as department stores, as well as e-tailers. Apart from Hong Kong, buyers came from Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, as well as ASEAN countries, including Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, among others, highlighting Hong Kong’s significant role as a key food trade hub globally.
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Food Expo PRO:new Meat zone debut
Positioned strategically at the heart of Asia, coupled with its exceptional logistics services and adept supply chain management, Hong Kong serves as a promising platform for global food manufacturers to extend their reach into markets across Chinese Mainland and the broader Asian region. As a renowned culinary capital of Asia, Hong Kong is also home to a thriving food services industry that captivates locals and visitors alike.
Food Expo PRO aims to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as a business hub for the food industry in Chinese Mainland, Asia, and the world. As a pioneer in the F&B industry, the Expo has always kept a close eye on several key trends and innovation in order to capture the evolving dynamics of the food industry.
This year, Food Expo PRO will introduce a new Meat product zone to spotlight the dynamic meat sector and meet rising demand for premium, diverse, and innovative meat offerings. The zone will showcase a wide range of high-quality meat products, including chilled and frozen meats, processed meats, specialty items, and value-added solutions from global and regional suppliers. It aims to connect exhibitors with professional buyers seeking opportunities in premium proteins, sustainable sourcing, and market trends in the Greater Bay Area and beyond.
Recognising the promising landscape of the Halal Market, the Expo introduced a dedicated Halal food and beverage label in 2024, bringing a diverse variety of Halal certified products ranging from snacks, condiments to seafood. In 2025, more than 120 food suppliers showcased halal products from around the world. A seminar will guide through the importance and the progress of promoting halal-friendly environment in Hong Kong. This session will explore the growing demand for halal products and the standard.
Highlighted zone “Food Science and Technology” brings alternative food and future food products to the professional buyers. The Coffee zone, debuted last year, will showcase coffee products, accessories, and machines from various origins. Events such as coffee demonstrations and seminars covering the coffee value chain will also be held concurrently.
Food Expo PRO also features a variety of seminars and forums covering the latest developments and market opportunities in the food industry. The Food Tech Symposium will focus on the latest technological advancements transforming the sector. The discussion will cover how new technologies can enhance efficiency and quality, benefiting both producers and consumers.
Hong Kong International Tea Fair: Brewing opportunities in tea business
The concurrent Hong Kong International Tea Fair is Asia’s premier marketplace for the tea industry, showcasing a variety of high-quality specialty teas, delicate teaware and tea related products. Building on the positive feedback from adopting the B2B2C format in 2025, which attracted over 500,000 visits together with the four concurrent fairs, the 2026 Tea Fair will once again open to the public during the three-day exhibition period, bringing the rich culture of tea to a wider audience.
To capture the evolving trends in the tea industry, the 2025 edition featured a diverse variety of new-style tea beverages such as sparkling tea, Kombucha, non-alcoholic wine-tea concoction beverage, herbal tea and yuenyeung in a capsule. A thematic zone “Friends of Tea” also presented tea-related lifestyle products such as tea-pairing food and tea perfume. The 2026 edition will strengthen the zone to enrich the overall visiting experience of public tea lovers.
Each day at the fair is filled with different activities and events. The 2026Hong Kong International Tea Culture Forum will be organised, with the purpose of creating an international platform for communication, promoting tea culture, and driving the international development of the tea industry. The China and Greater Bay Area KamCha Competition 2026 (Hong Kong Milk Tea) – Hong Kong Final will be held during the Hong Kong International Tea Fair, aiming to select the top Hong Kong-style milk tea masters, showcase the skills and unique flavours of Hong Kong-style milk tea production, and promote Hong Kong-style milk tea culture. Other events, such as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Youth International Tea Art Competition 2026, Youth Tea Ceremony, Tea Tasting Sessions and Tea Art Performances, offer an immersive exploration of tea’s rich history and latest trends.
The International Tea Event Space Design Competition 2026continues to promote tea culture. Participants can present their creative tea-serving space designs through the competition, and the shortlisted designs will be displayed and judged during the fair. Another fair highlight is the Hong Kong International Tea Fair Tea Competition. Exhibitors’ teas will be judged in six categories: Green Tea, Oolong Tea, Black Tea, Chinese Black Tea, Raw Pu’er, Others. The entries will also compete for “The Best Aroma Award” and “The Best Taste Award”. Visitors can enjoy free tea tasting of winning teas during the Fair.
The two fairs will continue to adopt the HKTDC’s EXHIBITION+ model that integrates online and offline elements, extending face-to-face interactions from physical events to smart business platform, Click2Match, which will be open to participants from 6 to 22 August.
In addition, the International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM), organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA), together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions and industry associations, will be held at the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre on 13 and 14 August to deliver professional traditional Chinese medicine insights into the industry.
MUNICH, GERMANY /WROCLAW, POLAND – Newsaktuell – 10 March 2026 – Roland Berger today announced the acquisition of Alexec Consulting, a consulting firm headquartered in Wroclaw, Poland. The firm specializes in operational and technical solutions for the global battery and electric vehicle sectors.
The battery sector has become critical to the global economy. Roland Berger experts project worldwide investment across the battery value chain amounting to EUR 850 – 900 billion by 2035. Global demand for battery cells is forecast to grow by 12% annually by 2035, with Europe’s demand rising even faster at 17%.
“Batteries are integral to critical infrastructure, data centers, and the path towards climate neutrality. The global battery markets are at a strategic tipping point, requiring rapid industrial execution,” says Marcus Berret, Global Managing Director at Roland Berger. “At Roland Berger, our strength has always been our deep industry expertise. With Alexec Consulting, we are welcoming highly skilled technical experts to further enhance how we support and create value for our clients. The acquisition is another milestone of our global growth strategy.”
Founded in 2020, Alexec Consulting has established itself as a high-impact player in the battery ecosystem. Its services range from consulting on battery-cell and system R&D operations, to cost improvements and factory and supply chain operations. Alexec Consulting has a proven track record in managing mission-critical task forces for leading global automotive manufacturers and battery producers.
“Joining forces with Roland Berger is the ideal way for us to scale our business globally,” says Idriss Alami, Managing Partner of Alexec Consulting. “Through Roland Berger’s international network and strong brand, we gain access to new markets and top-tier clients.” Jan Wasserbaech, Partner of Alexec Consulting, adds: “By combining our deep technical DNA with Roland Berger’s strategic excellence, we can now support the industry from the initial concept through the whole industrialization and factory ramp-up. We look forward to building the future of electromobility as part of Roland Berger.”
Roland Berger and Alexec Consulting have a history of successful collaboration on various projects for global players. By pooling their strengths, the two companies are creating a center of excellence for the battery industry that addresses critical market demands, such as technical supplier management and industrial ramp-up projects. The acquisition underlines Roland Berger’s commitment to scaling in high-growth, strategically critical industrial sectors. The transaction was closed on the 9th of March 2026. Alexec Consulting continues to operate as a stand-alone entity under its existing brand within the Roland Berger network.
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New programs aim to boost active living and community engagement across Hong Kong ahead of Cigna Healthcare HYROX Hong Kong 2026
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong today announced the third year of its partnership with the world‑renowned HYROX fitness competition, reflecting its commitment to active lifestyles, preventive health, and community engagement.
Cigna Healthcare HYROX Hong Kong 2026
Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong first partnered with HYROX to launch the inaugural HYROX Open Asian Championship in 2024. Returning to AsiaWorld-Expo from 8–10 May 2026, HYROX continues its rapid growth in Hong Kong, supported by Cigna Healthcare, with over 17,500 racers already registered for the upcoming race.
Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong’s purpose is to help people improve their health and vitality. Beyond sponsorships, the health benefits provider brings employees, customers, and partners together through programs that make active living and prevention part of everyday life in the community.
“Cigna Healthcare Health Moves”: Expanding Preventive Health Beyond HYROX Race Day
Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong is expanding engagement beyond race day with Cigna Healthcare Health Moves, a series of initiatives that promote regular physical activity as part of preventive health.
The first initiative, the Cigna Healthcare Community Run, will launch on 18 April 2026 under the theme Empower Your Health Moves. It brings together an inspiring lineup of celebrities and renowned athletes including Hong Kong Singer‑songwriter Mr. On Chan (陳建安), and Hong Kong Women’s High Jump Record Holder Ms. Cecilia Yeung (楊文蔚). Mr. On Chan and Ms. Cecilia Yeung will join Cigna’s customers and the broader community for guided runs and HYROX‑themed training sessions.
Members of the public are welcome to join the Cigna Healthcare Community Run, and details are as follow:
Date: 18 April 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Assembly point: HOW To Live Well (4/F, Hysan Place, Causeway Bay)
Route: Around 5km, From Causeway Bay to Happy Valley and return
Level: Entry-level, suitable for beginner runners
Quota: 120 (Available on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants will be grouped based on their running pace and will start in different groups.)
Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong’s Long-Term Commitment to Community Health and Vitality
Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong will also deepen engagement with corporate clients and business partners by partnering with HYROX‑affiliated gyms to offer structured training programs in the coming months. These shared experiences strengthen relationships and reinforce Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong’s role as a trusted partner in everyday health and vitality.
Jonathan Spiers, CEO at Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong, said: “Cigna Healthcare HYROX Hong Kong has proven to be a powerful platform for promoting preventive health. This year, we are proud to encourage active participation from our employees, clients, and business partners. I am especially proud of Cigna Healthcare Health Moves, our new community initiative, which enables us to engage a broader audience and reflects our long‑term commitment to the people of Hong Kong. Together, we aim to inspire our community to move more, live well, and thrive.”
Cigna Healthcare Health Moves will run in the lead‑up to Cigna Healthcare HYROX Hong Kong 2026, with program updates shared via Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong’s social media channels. More information about Cigna Healthcare HYROX Hong Kong 2026 is available at: https://www.cigna.com.hk/campaign/hyrox2026/en
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) welcomes the 2026-27 Budget announced by the Financial Secretary which sets out, inter alia, the Government’s commitment to drive the development of Hong Kong’s cultural and creative industries, reinforcing the city’s position as a global creative hub.
HKDC Chairman, Mr Joseph Lo, remarked, ‘HKDC has long been committed to supporting local designers and enterprises, driving design to create business value for Hong Kong, and reinforcing the city’s position as a global creative hub. In alignment with Hong Kong’s integration into the national development agenda and the advancement of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) collaboration under the 15th Five-Year Plan, we will continue to strengthen partnerships between Hong Kong’s design sector, the Chinese Mainland, and the international community, leveraging Hong Kong’s unique role as a “super connector” and “super value-adder”. Through flagship programmes, we foster cross-sectoral collaboration and design innovation, and are dedicated to transforming the DX design hub into a cultural landmark for visitors to Hong Kong, further enhancing the competitiveness and influence of the city’s design industry.’
HKDC believes that Hong Kong’s diverse cultural background, world-class cultural infrastructure, and global creative industry network will further reinforce the city’s leadership in the creative industries. Its annual flagship event, Business of Design Week (BODW), will continue to convene world-class designers, brand leaders, and entrepreneurs to foster cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary exchange and business collaboration. The project ‘DX GRAVITY’, developed with the GBA design industry, will promote cross-sectoral creative and commercial synergies.
Meanwhile, ‘Fashion Asia Hong Kong’ will strengthen ties among local, Chinese Mainland, and international fashion communities through strategic showcases, offering valuable opportunities for business growth and global exposure. Together, these initiatives highlight HKDC’s role as the premier platform enabling design brands to go global while attracting international talent and investment.
HKDC will continue to fully support government policy initiatives, working closely with industry stakeholders to advance Hong Kong’s cultural and creative industries, enhance global competitiveness, and position the city as a world‑class creative capital.
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Leading AI cloud company to build out presence in Asia-Pacific to tap region’s growth potential
Names John Haarer as General Manager for Asia-Pacific and Japan to drive commercial expansion
Company is on hypergrowth trajectory following 479% revenue growth in 2025 and contract wins with hundreds of customers, from AI natives to large enterprises
SINGAPORE – EQS Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Nebius (NASDAQ: NBIS), the AI cloud company, today announced the expansion of its operations in the Asia-Pacific region as it seeks to capture surging global demand for purpose-built AI infrastructure. The company has appointed John Haarer as General Manager for Asia-Pacific and Japan to lead its commercial growth across the region.
Reporting to Chief Revenue Officer Marc Boroditsky, Haarer will be based in Singapore and will oversee the company’s commercial expansion across the region through key markets including Singapore, Japan, South Korea and India. Haarer brings over a decade of experience driving go-to-market efforts in the region for global technology leaders including Cloudflare and Twilio.
“Over the past year we have taken our first steps into Asian markets, winning our first customers and building the foundations for rapid expansion in the region,” said Marc Boroditsky, Chief Revenue Officer at Nebius. “The appointment of a leader like John reinforces this commitment. He brings deep regional experience from scaling major tech companies across Asia-Pacific, and he joins at a moment when demand for purpose-built AI infrastructure is accelerating across every major market in the region.”
“Asia is one of the world’s most exciting regions for AI, and Nebius is the cloud that is powering the next wave of AI innovation,” said John Haarer, General Manager for Asia-Pacific and Japan. “I am excited to join a company with some of the world’s most talented engineers at a pivotal moment for the business. As we ramp up in Asia, I look forward to helping our partners, customers and local governments across the region navigate their AI bottlenecks and transform the promise of AI into tangible economic value.”
Nebius is one of the fastest-growing AI cloud companies globally, with 479% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025 and a contract backlog exceeding $20 billion, including multi-year AI infrastructure agreements with Microsoft and Meta. The company has $3.7 billion in cash and is targeting annualized run-rate revenue of $7 billion to $9 billion by end of 2026. Haarer’s appointment marks the company’s shift in Asia-Pacific from initial market entry to full commercial expansion.
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – A group of A-Level students from Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) will be hosting the Mega Sports Carnival ’26 on 28 March 2026 at the MCKL, Kuala Lumpur campus, in collaboration with MND Malaysia (Motor Neurone Disease Malaysia). This event is to raise funds and increase awareness for individuals affected by Motor Neurone Disease.
The student-led initiative is organised by Lee Yi Ying, Siah Kai Jing, Chu Yi Shyian, Muhammad Murtaza Karimi, Sarveshrau, and Lee Yi Hui as part of the Service Learning component of their A-Level programme. The project aims to combine sports, community engagement, and education to support a meaningful social cause.
Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a progressive neurological condition that affects muscle movement and significantly impacts the quality of life of patients and their families.
“We wanted to create an event that not only raises funds but also increases awareness among young people about Motor Neurone Disease,” said Sarveshrau, one of the student organisers. “Through sports and community participation, we hope to encourage more people to learn about MND and support the important work done by MND Malaysia.”
The organisers are also proud to announce sponsorship support from Yakult Malaysia, whose contribution helps enhance the event experience and support the fundraising efforts.
The sports carnival will feature several Under-21 sporting categories, including:
Basketball (3v3) — RM40 per team
Badminton (Singles & Doubles) — RM20 per team
Table Tennis (Singles) — RM15 per person
Football (7 players per team) — RM50 per team
Volleyball (6 players per team) — RM40 per team
All participants, except football and volleyball players, will need to attend a Welcoming Ceremony organised jointly by MCKL and MND Malaysia before the games begin.
AGENDA
Time
Programme
7.15 a.m.
Participant Registration
7.30 a.m. – 8.15 a.m.
Welcoming Ceremony by MCKL & MND Malaysia
(Compulsory for all participants except football and volleyball players)
8.15 a.m. onwards
Basketball, Badminton, and Table Tennis Match Begins
12.00 p.m.
Morning Session Medal Ceremony
1.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m.
Special Sharing Session by Yakult Malaysia (Event Sponspor)
3.00 p.m. onwards
Football and Volleyball Matches Begin
6.30 p.m.
Football & Volleyball Medal Ceremony
The top three winners in each category will receive medals, while e-certificates will be awarded to all participants. All profits raised from the carnival will be fully donated to MND Malaysia to support patient care, advocacy, and awareness initiatives.
Students of MCK and members of the public are encouraged to participate and support the cause by registering through the official form:
Registration Link https://forms.gle/FqvEAEFDwpJKBJJ98
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 MARCH 2026 – Held once a year, the brand’s biggest sale features site wide and store wide privileges across all outlets and online. The Awfully Chocolate 2026 Annual Sale runs online from 23 to 25 March and in stores from 26 to 29 March, offering customers exclusive deals across the brand’s range of products. For the first time, the Original All Chocolate Cake — The Cake that Started It All — will be offered at $35 (U.P. $48), to thank customers who have been part of their journey from the start.
Highlights of the 2026 Annual Sale
The Annual Sale spans across all Awfully Chocolate Singapore outlets, including boutiques, cafés, and restaurants, as well as online at awfullychocolate.com. Everything on sale was made just for the sale, with up to 50% off and phased access for members and the public:
Online Annual Sale (23 – 25 March): A dedicated digital window allows customers to shop early at awfullychocolate.com.
Annual Sale in Stores (26 – 29 March): The event opens to the public across all platforms, featuring products up to 50% off.
Event Wide Promotions: Shoppers can enjoy site wide and store wide discounts, 1-for-1 deals, and complimentary in-store tastings.
Online shoppers can also participate in a “buy more bars, get more rewards” promotion, where chocolate bar purchases can earn prizes such as free air tickets and hotel stays. Additionally, flash deals and surprises will be revealed throughout the Annual Sale in stores and online.
To thank loyal customers, Awfully Chocolate Members enjoy first access with the Members Annual Sale happening from 20 to 22 March. For the first time, all Awfully Chocolate members can shop the Annual Sale at all Awfully Chocolate stores, cafes, and restaurants, plus online over the same three days, with the highest discounts reserved for members.
The public is welcome to sign up for membership at awfullychocolate.com and all Awfully Chocolate stores to enjoy these privileges.
Crafted Luxury for Every Occasion
Celebrating 28 years, Awfully Chocolate has grown from an indie cult brand to a beloved homegrown icon. From gifting boutiques and cafés with flowing chocolate taps to its flagship café and bakery restaurant, the brand continues to redefine what luxury means in Singapore — without shortcuts and always with heart.
Awfully Chocolate would like to thank Singapore for all these years of unwavering support and invite everyone to celebrate together at our 2026 Annual Sale.
For the latest updates and sneak peeks, follow @awfullychocolatesg on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
“I’m excited to seethe announcementthat New Zealand’s music industry and talent will be well-represented at a major international music showcase this year,” says Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae.
“Strengthening New Zealand’s global cultural presence is a key part of the government’s Cultural Diplomacy International Programme (CDIP), which has provided $57,000 to enable New Zealand to be a lead country partner at The Great Escape music festival’s 20th anniversary, held in Brighton, England.
“Cultural diplomacy is a powerful vehicle for telling our stories internationally. It enhances New Zealand’s visibility, builds deeper global connections, and supports wider diplomatic, trade and tourism outcomes.
“CDIP will invest approximately $3 million over three years to support initiatives that elevate New Zealand’s creativity and culture on the world stage, which aligns with New Zealand’s creative and cultural strategy Amplify.
“A big congratulations to the New Zealand Music Commission for leading the way on this opportunity, and to the New Zealand delegation including the performing artists,” says Leauanae.
Business Canterbury welcomes the introduction of the Employment Leave Bill to Parliament – a long‑awaited and much‑needed replacement for the Holidays Act, which has been overly complex and unclear for decades.
Chief Executive Leeann Watson says, “The business community will be relieved to see progress on legislation that has been under formal review since 2018.”
“Businesses will be very pleased to see this Bill enter Parliament, and congratulations must go to the Government and Minister van Velden for taking a piece of legislation that has been stuck in review for years and delivering changes that will make it clearer and more workable for both employers and employees.
“The leave calculations in the Holidays Act required an advanced calculus degree to navigate, and too often left both employees and employers unsure about the fairest way to determine entitlements.
“Payroll legislation will always need to balance ease of use with fairness and practicality, but where the Employment Leave Bill has landed is lightyears ahead of the current Act. It removes another significant layer of red tape and will help businesses focus more firmly on growth and on employing more people.
“Moving to a pro‑rated minimum sick leave entitlement also removes an absurdity within the current law, where employees working fewer hours could receive disproportionately higher entitlements. It is not hypothetical, we regularly see situations where an employee working one or two days a week becomes entitled to five or even ten weeks of sick leave, which employers must cover to keep operating. That can come at the cost of being able to hire additional staff.
“As with the Holidays Act, the provisions in the new Bill set out minimum entitlements only. Employers will still be able to offer packages that go beyond the minimum requirements, and many already do.
“Continuity across political cycles will be important for employers. We look forward to confirmation from the Opposition that this Bill, given its two‑year implementation period, will be carried through if there is a change of Government after the 2026 Election.
“The Employment Leave Bill completes a key set of reforms the business community has long been calling for.
“This Bill finishes the trifecta of policy changes businesses asked for ahead of the last election: resource management reform, health and safety reform, and Holidays Act reform. We look forward to working with the Government on the next set of improvements that will best support businesses to grow and hire more people.”
Business Canterbury, formerly Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce, is the second largest Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand and the largest business support organisation in the South Island. It advocates on behalf of its members for an environment more favourable to innovation, productivity and sustainable growth.
Source: National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)
When a tsunami could be on the way, warnings need to reach as many people as possible. A new initiative from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and MetService will ensure more New Zealanders are informed the moment a warning is issued.
MetService.com will now display an automated tsunami warning banner whenever NEMA issues a tsunami warning or advisory.
“Tsunami warnings only work if people see them and act on them, and we’re pleased to be working with MetService to keep people safe,” says John Price, Director Civil Defence Emergency Management at NEMA.
“This will bring together NEMA and MetService’s large audiences, so New Zealanders are more likely to get the information they need, when they need it.”
This isn’t the first time NEMA and MetService have teamed up to help keep New Zealanders safe. In October 2025 the agencies partnered with digital out-of-home providers to automatically display MetService Orange and Red Severe Weather Warnings on billboards in affected areas.
“MetService’s purpose is to make weather intelligence easily accessible so New Zealanders can make informed decisions and stay safe,” said Kathryn Blackmore, Sales Manager at MetService.
“Working with NEMA allows us to support public safety in a way that goes beyond weather services.”
NEMA is now exploring how automated tsunami messaging could be shared on other government websites, helping ensure more people see these crucial warnings as soon as they take effect.
Business New Zealand welcomes the introduction of the Employment Leave Bill to Parliament this week, which is set to replace the Holidays Act – a source of significant confusion and costs for employers in the past.
Employment Relations Policy Manager Paul MacKay says the shift to an hours-based accrual system for both annual and sick leave is the most significant change in leave legislation since the introduction of paid holidays in the 1940s.
“BusinessNZ has been advocating for an accrual-based approach for well over a decade and it’s great to see change is finally happening. Until now it has been particularly difficult for employers where employees work variable hours, such as hospitality, manufacturing and health workers. This change significantly simplifies the system for both employers and employees.
“The Employment Leave Bill is a big step towards providing long sought clarity to the provision and payment of leave to employees.”
BusinessNZ also supports the provision for a two-year implementation window for the new law.
“This window is sensible and gives payroll providers, employers and employees time to adjust to new systems, rewrite contracts, and work through transition issues.”
MacKay says the Bill provides for a remediation to process to assist finalising issues that arise under the current law, “which is a welcome change, as many employers have faced difficulties in working out the correct approach to leave entitlement and payments”.
The BusinessNZ Network including BusinessNZ, EMA, Business Central and Business South, represents and provides services to thousands of businesses, small and large, throughout New Zealand.
Consumer NZ delivered a petition to parliament today, signed by more than 10,500 New Zealanders, calling on the government to require airlines to tell passengers their rights when flights are delayed or cancelled.
The petition asks associate minister of transport, James Meager, to use existing powers in the Civil Aviation Act (CAA) to compel airlines to clearly inform passengers of their rights when a flight is disrupted.
Despite amendments made to the CAA last year, giving the minister the power to require airlines to inform passengers about their rights, no action has been taken.
“Thousands of New Zealanders have told us they’re sick of being left in the dark,” says Consumer NZ chief executive Jon Duffy. “When a cancellation or delay is the airline’s fault, passengers have rights. The problem is that, unlike other jurisdictions, airlines don’t have to tell them. That’s unacceptable.
“Right now, there are passengers forking out hundreds of dollars for costs they incur as the result of a disruption, but often it’s the airline that should be covering the cost.”
Passengers left without crucial information
Consumer’s research shows that:
four in ten people who flew in the past 2 years experienced a delay or cancellation
more than three quarters of travellers rely on the airline for information about their rights
nine in ten are not fully aware of what those rights actually are.
Airlines are not required to inform passengers whether a disruption was caused by an event within their control – information that directly affects whether a traveller can claim reimbursement.
“Disrupted passengers are being left out of pocket because they’re not being given the information they need from their airline. Sometimes they are even actively misled,” says Duffy.
The issue was highlighted last year when Jetstar was fined $2.25 million for misleading passengers about their entitlements under the CAA.
The Commerce Commission is also currently investigating whether Air New Zealand has breached the Fair Trading Act in its communications with passengers regarding their rights when flights are delayed or cancelled for reasons within the airline’s control.
A simple fix the minister can make now
Under the CAA, when a domestic flight disruption is caused by an event within an airline’s control – such as staffing, mechanical or operational issues – passengers are legally entitled to:
a refund (assuming they don’t accept another flight)
reimbursement of costs they’ve reasonably incurred because of the disruption – up to 10 times the cost of their ticket or the actual cost of the delay (whichever is lower).
Similar rules exist for international flight disruptions but differ depending on where you are flying from, where you’re heading and where the airline is based.
“The law is complex and most people don’t fully understand it. Over 10,500 people want airlines to tell them their rights when their flights are disrupted. The minister should not ignore them. He already has the power to fix this,” says Duffy.
Notes
Consumer NZ launched the petition in September 2022 after receiving a large volume of complaints from travellers who struggled to find out why their flight was disrupted and whether they were entitled to compensation.
In other countries – including those within the European Union – airlines must proactively tell passengers their rights. Consumer says New Zealanders deserve the same protections.
Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Keith Wicks-Cairns in the High Court at Dunedin today.
Wicks-Cairns was sentenced to 11 years imprisonment with a non-parole period of seven years and three months.
Detective Sergeant Reece Munro says this is a positive outcome for the victims and our community.
“We are glad to see action taken against this offender, who caused harm to not only his victims, but the wider community.
“We also want to congratulate the tireless commitment in the wider North Dunedin area by our partners, led by University of Otago proctor Dave Scott.
“It is satisfying to know that individuals such as the proctor are tirelessly advocating for their community.”
Police have and will continue to undertake prevention activity in the wider Dunedin area to prevent such offences.
“We look forward to continuing to work with our partners, including the Dunedin City Council, to build on our community’s crime prevention and deterrence CCTV networks.”
BARCELONA, SPAIN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – On March 2, 2026, the “2026 Global WLAN Industry Forum,” hosted by the World WLAN Application Alliance (WAA), was held in Barcelona, Spain. Under the theme “AI-WLAN: Envisioning a New Premium Intelligent WLAN Ecosystem,” the forum brought together over a hundred technical experts, operators, equipment manufacturers, and representatives from international organizations from around the world to discuss the integrated development path of AI and WLAN.
Currently, the deep integration of AI and WLAN has become a global trend in the development of the short-range communication industry. As the world’s first international industry organization dedicated on WLAN application experience, WAA proposed the goal of building a “Global Hub for AI-WLAN Technical Exchange and Standardization.” During the forum, WAA, jointly with international organizations, operators, and leading equipment enterprises, released the “International Cooperation Initiatives on AI-WLAN Standardization” and signed memorandums of understanding with the World Broadband Association (WBBA) and the Global Intelligent Internet of Things Consortium (GIIC), laying a solid foundation for breaking down standards barriers and advancing technical collaboration.
ZHANG Ping, President of the WAA, stated that building a new intelligent ecosystem with AI-WLAN is the shared vision of the industry. GAN Bin, Vice President of Huawei, mentioned that AI transforms wireless local area networks from “passive response” to “active prediction,” better meeting the differentiated needs of various industries.
During the keynote session, representatives from international standards organizations and industry leaders such as IEEE, ITU-T, ISO/IEC, SAMENA, WBA, China Mobile, Huawei, H3C, and Qualcomm engaged in in-depth discussions on topics such as technological evolution, standard harmonization, and scenario-based implementation. The panel discussion focused on AI-WLAN applications and standardization innovation, consolidating industry consensus.
As a professionally significant and internationally oriented industry event, the hosting of the 2026 Global WLAN Industry Forum not only established a core platform for global WLAN industry collaboration and exchange but also strengthened international consensus on the integrated development of AI and WLAN, reinforcing the foundation for global industry cooperation. WAA will leverage this forum as an opportunity to continuously deepen the two-way integration of AI and WLAN, further enhance international cooperation, and continue to play its role as a “coordinator” and “promoter.” It will persistently build bridges for global industry collaboration, deepen international technical exchanges and standard cooperation, and promote the benefits of high-quality WLAN experiences for users worldwide, collectively writing a new chapter in the development of the AI-WLAN intelligent network ecosystem.
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