Shopee Expands VIP Benefits This 4.4 with Daily Free Shipping RM0 Minimum Spend, Early Access Deals and Vouchers Worth Up to RM4,400

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Shopee is launching its first-ever Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale from now to 8 April, expanding how it rewards loyal shoppers with unlimitedDaily Free Shipping No Minimum Spend, early access to top deals at 50% off, VIP vouchers worth up to RM4,400, alongside exclusive partner offerings across lifestyle and productivity.

Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale

Cheryl Ang, Head of Marketing at Shopee Malaysia, shared, “Shoppers today are looking beyond one-off discounts for more consistent benefits in how they shop day to day. We’re seeing this with Shopee VIP members, who shop more frequently and rely on perks like Daily Free Shipping No Minimum Spend, early access to deals, and vouchers. With the Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale, we’re enhancing these core benefits, while introducing additional partner deals that support how our users live, work, and unwind.”

More Free Shipping No Minimum Spend on Everyday Orders

Saving on delivery is just as important as saving on the product itself. This Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale, Shopee VIP members will enjoy unlimited Daily Free Shipping No Minimum Spend vouchers, allowing them to check out anytime, whether it’s a single item or smaller purchases, without needing to bundle orders or worry about delivery costs. These vouchers can also be stacked with platform vouchers for greater savings.

Early Access to Top Deals with Vouchers Worth Over RM4,400

For many shoppers, the biggest challenge isn’t finding deals, but getting in early enough to secure them. With Shopee VIP, members get priority access to Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale deals from 3 April, 12AM onwards, giving them a clear advantage when it comes to limited offers.

Highlights include:

  • VIP Exclusive 50% Off Lagi Murah Deals from Montigo, Laneige, and Huawei
  • RM14 Knockout Deals from Gintell, TCL, and Poh Kong, available to Shopee VIP members from 3 April, 12AM, ahead of the public release at 8PM

Beyond early access deals, Shopee VIP members can enjoy ongoing savings throughout the campaign with VIP vouchers worth over RM4,400, including hourly 30% off vouchers and extra 15% off seller vouchers on 3 and 4 April.

Lifestyle and Productivity Perks That Go Beyond Shopping

Travel and entertainment benefits remain popular among Shopee VIP members, alongside growing demand for productivity tools that support everyday tasks.

From planning a getaway to streaming favourite shows, staying active, or even getting help with everyday tasks, Shopee VIP members can unlock perks that fit into how they live and work. Members can access exclusive deals with partners such as Trip.com, iQIYI, VIU, ClassPass, and ChatGPT:

  • Travel: Up to 9% off hotel stays and 4% off flights on Trip.com, with no minimum spend
  • Entertainment: Free 14-day iQIYI VIP trial, 30% off iQIYI 1-Year VIP, and a free 3-month VIU subscription
  • Fitness: Free 1-month ClassPass trial for new users plus 5 bonus credits, and 15 bonus credits for existing users with any plan upgrade
  • Productivity: Free 3-month access to ChatGPT Go (worth RM116)


A More Rewarding Way to Shop with Shopee VIP

This Shopee 4.4 Super VIP Sale brings together Daily Free Shipping with No Minimum Spend, early access deals of up to 50% off, and VIP vouchers worth over RM4,400, giving members more ways to benefit across every purchase.

Start with Shopee VIP’s free 1-month trial, then continue at just RM4.50 per month. Find out more at: https://shopee.com.my/m/Shopee-VIP

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Valle Venia presents: LPS feat. Natalia Sarsgard: J’ai dû m’arrêter

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NEUSTADT AN DER WEINSTRASSE, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 27 March 2026 – The song by Leo Philipp Schmidt and Valle Venia captures the feeling of losing oneself in a world that is growing ever louder and faster, where restlessness and superficiality cause relationships, friendships, and connections to dissolve and be sacrificed.

J’ai dû m’arrêter LPS feat. Natalia Sarsgard/Leo Philipp Schmidt

With emotional depth, singer Natalia Sarsgard describes the path to finding oneself again, to gathering one’s thoughts, to remaining silent, to withdrawing—in order to reflect in the silence, in the comfort, and in the seclusion, to feel and reconnect with ourselves and others.

Through her multifaceted voice, Natalia Sarsgard’s interpretation of the song conveys how strength and courage can arise from deep vulnerability. Without even realizing it, one is accompanied by the confidence that what was thought to be lost can be found again.

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YesAsia Holdings Achieves Record-Breaking Revenue and Net Profit in 2025

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Dual Engines, Global Reach: B2C-B2B Synergy Drives Market Expansion

Results Highlights

  • Revenue hit a new high of US$501.54 million, representing a strong YoY growth of 45.0%
  • Gross profit rose by 40.9% to US$148.50 million; operating profit increased by 28.2% to US$31.90 million
  • Net profit grew by 21.5% to US$23.14 million
  • The Board has proposed a final dividend of HK10 cents per share, up 33.3% year-on-year
  • Business-to-consumer (B2C) platform YesStyle recorded revenue of US$347.48 million, up 30.8%, accounting for 69.3% of the Group’s total revenue
  • Revenue of business-to-business (B2B) platform AsianBeautyWholesale (ABW) surged by 91.7% to US$148.89 million, accounting for 29.7% of the Group’s total revenue
  • Non-core markets (excluding the US, UK, Canada, Australia) accounted for over 60% of the Group’s total revenue for the first time, with Latin America and the Middle East achieving remarkable growth
  • The Group strengthened its global logistics network to improve economies of scale, opened a second AMR warehouse in Hong Kong and a new warehouse in South Korea, reducing freight costs as a percentage of revenue to 18.7%

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – YesAsia Holdings Limited (“YesAsia Holdings”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (02209.HK), a leading e-commerce platform operator recognized for its expertise in curating Asian beauty and lifestyle products, announced today its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025 (the “Year”).

The Group’s revenue rose by 45.0% to US$501.54 million, boosted by the global K-Beauty momentum and the scaled expansion of its B2B platform, which accounted for nearly 30% of the Group’s revenue. Gross profit increased by 40.9% to US$148.50 million, and gross profit margin remained relatively stable at 29.6%. Operating profit also grew by 28.2% to US$31.90 million. Net profit for the Year climbed 21.5% to US$23.14 million, with a net profit margin of 4.6%. Basic earnings per share was US5.62 cents (2024: US4.74 cents).

As at 31 December 2025, the Group maintained a solid financial position with bank and cash balances amounting to US$15.94 million. In the view of YesAsia Holdings’ solid operating performance, healthy cash reserves and future capital requirements, the Board has proposed a final cash dividend of HK10 cents per share (2024: HK7.5 cents per share).

Market diversification pays off as non-core markets lead global growth

Building on stable revenue from its core markets (the US, UK, Canada, and Australia), the Group accelerated its expansion into mainland Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and other emerging markets. In 2025, non-core markets accounted for over half of the Group’s total revenue, significantly outpacing core markets in growth and becoming the primary catalyst of its business across the globe. Among these regions, Latin America and the Middle East recorded the strongest upward trend, with growth of 224.4% and 75.5% respectively, while Europe and Associated Countries remained the Group’s largest regional market.

Social media marketing and influencer engagement remain core drivers of YesStyle‘s growth strategy. During 2025, the number of YesStyle influencers increased to over 502,000, representing a year-on-year growth rate of approximately 24.6%. Revenue generated from influencer referrals reached approximately US$104.8 million, up approximately 43.0% year‑on‑year, and accounted for approximately 30% of YesStyle‘s total revenue, highlighting the continued strengthening of the YesStyle influencer ecosystem.

Meanwhile,YesStyle bolstered its localization efforts to capture opportunities in non-English-speaking markets. In July 2025, it launched a Polish-language website, expanding its language offerings to nine. Combined with social-media-driven marketing, regional campaigns via a robust network of influencers, and AI-powered solutions, the Group extended K-Beauty’s reach to a broader audience worldwide. This momentum is further amplified by the opening of Yesful Land in Seoul, South Korea, a physical hub where influencers and the K-Beauty community can converge and create authentic content, bridging digital engagement with real-world experience.

B2C-B2B synergy fuels performance with ABW business scaling rapidly

YesAsia Holdings is an authorized distributor for over 475 K-Beauty brands, serving both B2C and B2B channels. The dual-growth-engine strategy continued to bear fruit in 2025, fortifying the Group’s overall market influence and ongoing advancement.

Notably, ABW maintained its vigorous growth trajectory in 2025, with the newly launched ABW Offline business generating almost US$50 million in revenue in its debut year, underscoring the strong international retail demand for K-Beauty products. During the Year, ABW established distribution networks for 56 leading retailers across 26 markets, spanning North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia. Prominent partners include Target, Costco, Primark, Douglas, Sally Beauty, Watsons, and Nykaa. These collaborations have enabled the Group and its K-Beauty brand partners to reach millions of consumers through established offline retail networks, effectively tapping into a market segment that remains significantly larger than its online counterpart.

Mr. Joshua Lau, Founder, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, said: “Looking ahead, we are confident that K-Beauty’s global development impetus will only gather steam as it has transitioned from a niche category into a mainstream retail staple. To capture the opportunities that arise, we will deepen engagement in non-core markets through targeted and localized digital initiatives. At the same time, we are accelerating our B2B business by connecting K-Beauty brands with international retailers, and leveraging our logistics network and AI-driven capabilities. With dual growth engines in B2C and B2B, advanced technology, and a dedicated team, YesAsia Holdings is well-positioned to soar to new heights and deliver long-term value to shareholders and stakeholders.”

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Best Mart 360 Announces 2025 Annual Results

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Recorded Continuous Growth in Revenue, Proposed a final dividend of HK9.0 cents per share

Highlights:

  • Revenue increased by 2.2% to approximately HK$2,867.7 million.
  • Gross profit increased by 0.7% to approximately HK$1,035.1 million.
  • Profit attributable to owners of the Company recorded approximately HK$219.7 million.
  • As at 31 December 2025, the Group operated a total of 183 chain retail stores (2024: 176), including 178 retail stores in Hong Kong and 5 retail stores in Macau.
  • Basic earnings per share was approximately HK22.0 cents. The Board recommended the payment of final dividend of HK9.0 cents per share.

Financial Highlights:

HK$’000

Year ended

31 Dec 2025

Year ended

31 Dec 2024

(Restated)

Change
Revenue 2,867,695 2,805,146 +2.2%
Gross profit 1,035,074 1,027,997 +0.7%
Gross profit margin 36.1% 36.6% -0.5 p.p.
Profit attributable to owners of

the Company

219,730

245,901

-10.6%

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited (“Best Mart 360” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 2360.HK), a leisure food retailer in Hong Kong, announced its results for the year ended 31 December 2025. During the year, the revenue recorded by the Group amounted to approximately HK$2,867,695,000 (2024: HK$2,805,146,000), representing an increase of approximately 2.2%.

During the Financial Year under Review, gross profit was approximately HK$1,035,074,000 (2024: HK$1,027,997,000), representing an increase of 0.7%. The Group’s gross profit margin for the year was approximately 36.1%, compared to approximately 36.6% in 2024. This contraction in margin was primarily attributable to the strategic implementation of enhanced promotional campaigns designed to navigate the ongoing trend of consumption downgrading and intensified market competition.

Profit attributable to owners of the Company for the year was approximately HK$219,730,000 (2024 (Restated): approximately HK$245,901,000), primarily due to a slight reduction in average revenue per store and a contraction in gross profit margin, which collectively impacted overall profitability. The net profit margin (before interest and tax) moderated to approximately 9.8%, down from approximately 11.2% for the year ended 31 December 2024 (Restated).

For the Financial Year under Review, basic earnings per share was approximately HK22.0 cents. The Board recommended the payment of final dividend of HK9.0 cents per share.

BUSINESS REVIEW
Strategy Adjustment & Opened 10New Retail Stores
As at 31 December 2025, the Group operated a total of 183 chain retail stores, including 178 chain retail stores (31 December 2024: 170 stores) in Hong Kong and 5 chain retail stores (31 December 2024: 6 stores) in Macau respectively. During the Financial Year under Review, the Group opened 10 new retail stores and closed 3 stores upon expiration of their respective lease terms in alignment with the Group’s strategy adjustment.

The ratio of rental expense (cash basis) to sales revenue of retail stores for the year ended 31 December 2025 was approximately 9.6%, which was similar to that of approximately 9.6% for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Introduced Popular Brands & Launched on Grocery Delivery Platform
Hong Kong residents’ growing propensity to spend in Mainland China, coupled with inbound visitors’ preference for in-depth experiences, more rational and prudent consumption patterns, as well as the intensified competition in the local market from Mainland China e-commerce players leveraging economies of scale, the Hong Kong retail market is undergoing a structural long-term transformation, with the industry’s competitive landscape and consumption behaviour being reshaped.

In response to the challenging business environment, the Group adopted a series of timely and targeted measures to navigate these difficulties. These included optimizing product mix and strengthening the offering of basic foodstuffs covering cereals, noodles, canned food, milk, chilled and frozen food, daily necessities as well as basic groceries. The Group also introduced popular Mainland brands as well as imported a wide range of specialty food from around the world to meet the needs and expectations of local consumers and visiting tourists. To further strengthen its business, the Group launched on the Foodpanda grocery delivery platform during 2025 to expand its online sales channels, and rolled out a variety of promotional initiatives including shopping vouchers. These initiatives collectively contributed to the Group’s sales growth during the Financial Year under Review.

The Group procured quality products from overseas suppliers as well as brand owners or importers in Hong Kong. For the year ended 31 December 2025, the Group offered a total of approximately 3,425 stock keeping units (“SKU”) of products (for the year ended 31 December 2024: approximately 3,653 SKU) from suppliers principally from (but not limited to) Japan, Mainland China, Europe, Vietnam, Korea, the United States and other Asia-Pacific countries.

The Group sourced the most popular and trendy food products from various regions, striving to provide customers with diverse, multi-brand, and multi-category global product choices.

As at 31 December 2025, the total amount of inventories of the Group amounted to approximately HK$316,841,000 (31 December 2024: approximately HK$339,513,000), representing a decrease of approximately 6.7% year-on-year. The decrease in the Group’s total inventories was mainly attributable to optimised inventory management and the timing shift of the Lunar New Year holiday from January to February.

During the Financial Year under Review, the Group continued to actively develop private label products that on one hand allowed the Group to capture pricing advantages and exercise a higher level of quality control over its products and on the other hand further uplift its brand awareness and strengthen customers’ loyalty. For the Financial Year under Review, sales derived from private label products were approximately HK$520,821,000 (for the year ended 31 December 2024: approximately HK$477,222,000), accounted for approximately 18.2% of the Group’s revenue for the Financial Year under Review (for the year ended 31 December 2024: approximately 17.0%).

Expanded Customer Base & Enhanced Loyalty
To further deepen customer stickiness and broaden customers coverage, the Group used big data analysis and reformulated its marketing strategy to launch a new three-tier membership scheme and a second-generation mobile app in mid-June 2020. The new membership scheme helps to elevate brand positioning and market recognition, and the membership rewards have been fully optimised and enhanced, with more member benefits such as stamp reward for multiple-item purchase, special offers for selected products and access to the latest market information. During the Financial Year under Review, the number of the Group’s members increased from approximately 2,280,418 as at 31 December 2024 to approximately 2,395,862 as at 31 December 2025, representing an increase of approximately 5.1%.

The Group launched various marketing and promotional activities during the Financial Year under Review including the “Best Price” promotional campaign, which provided customers with a series of special offers for selected quality products from time to time to enhance customer loyalty. Meanwhile, the Group continued to advertise through television, newspapers, social media platforms and other media, which successfully attracted new customers encouraged repeat purchases and significantly enhanced market awareness of the Group.

PROSPECTS
Looking ahead, uncertainties in Sino-US relations, geopolitical risks and other factors will introduce further variables to economic recovery, and economic growth in Hong Kong and globally is expected to remain under pressure. The Board anticipates that the retail sector in Hong Kong will remain challenging in the near term. Nevertheless, the Group will continue to operate in a cautiously optimistic manner, closely monitor the development of various adverse factors that may impact the Group’s performance, and timely implement necessary and appropriate measures through refined operations and management to adapt to the ever-changing market environment.

The Group will continue to prioritize the Hong Kong market as its core focus, optimize its product mix and enhance the development of its private label products, with a wider range of staple foods and necessities to better meet consumer demand and enhance the Group’s competitiveness in the retail market.

To maintain sound operational efficiency, the Group will timely review the regional distribution of its brand stores, implement a moderate expansion policy and flexible leasing strategies, and actively pursue suitable opportunities to expand the retail network for its core retail brand “Best Mart 360º” and global gourmet brand “FoodVille” in Hong Kong and Macau, targeting a net increase of 10 retail stores annually under its dual-brand model, catering to the diverse needs of different customer segments for quality food products.

Mr. Hui Chi Kwan, Chief Executive Officer of the Group, said, “Faced with an increasingly complex operating environment, the Group will maintain a prudent and pragmatic approach in its operations and continue to work closely with its employees, customers and other stakeholders, striving to improve business performance and deliver stable returns to shareholders.”

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Uni-Bio Science Group Limited Announces 2025 Annual Results

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Record-Breaking Revenue of HK$586.2M and EPS Surged to HK$1.56 Cents
Dividends Distributed for Two Consecutive Years
Embarks on Innovation-Driven Transformation to Become a Global Pioneer in Regenerative Medicine


HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 27 March 2026 – A fully integrated biopharmaceutical company – Uni-Bio Science Group Limited (“Uni-Bio Science”, together with its subsidiaries referred to as the “Group”, stock code: 0690.HK), is pleased to announce its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025 (the “Year”).

Key Accomplishments in 2025
During the Year, the Group achieved a spectrum of accomplishments, for both of its marketed products and innovative biologics. The key highlights include:

  1. During the Year, the Group delivered record-breaking financial results, with revenue recorded a 6.0% year-on-year (“YoY”) increase, reaching approximately HK$586.2 million. Profit for the year soared by 12.7% YoY to approximately HK$93.3 million, and net profit margin increased by 1.0 percentage points YoY to 15.9%, marking a historic high. The earnings per share reached approximately HK$1.56 cents, reflecting a growth of 15.5% YoY or a CAGR of 18.55% from 2023 to 2025.
  2. The Group generated solid cash from operations in the Year, operating cash flow and free cash flow increased by 32.7% and 27.3% YoY, respectively. Cash ratio increased from 0.53 times at the end of 2024 to 1.63 times at the end of 2025. The cash conversion cycle improved from 124 days to 107 days, highlighting greater operating efficiency. Backed by sustainable earnings and a healthy cash flow, the board of directors (“Board”) has declared a dividend payment for 2025 of HK$0.313 cents per share.
  3. Since its official launch in March 2024, Bogutai® has sustained strong growth momentum, driven by a solid commercialization strategy and successful academic engagement. In 2025, Bogutai® demonstrated rapid market adoption in China, achieving a remarkable year-on-year revenue growth of 111.0%.
  4. In May 2025, the Group’s second ophthalmology product, 金因康® (Diquafosol Sodium Eye Drops), received marketing approval from the China National Medical Products Administration (“NMPA”), marking a significant milestone in expanding the Group’s ophthalmic portfolio following GeneSoft®. The Group is actively preparing its launch and marketing strategy. In addition to leveraging synergy with GeneSoft® and its established online and offline distribution network for rapid market penetration, 金因康® will specifically target the mid-to-high-end segment of dry eye patients outside the hospital setting, those who prioritize long-term efficacy and premium product quality.
  5. In June 2025, the Group officially launched the high-end series GeneQueens® of 肌顏態® and the medical device brand 金因敷®, marking two key milestones in its strategic expansion into the integrated”Drug, Medical Device, and Aesthetics”field. These product launches reflect the Group’s commitment to enhancing its skin health product matrix and addressing evolving consumer needs for efficacy-driven, medical-grade skincare in both functional skincare and post-aesthetic recovery.
  6. In July 2025, the marketing application of Isavuconazonium sulfate capsules were officially accepted by the NMPA. Isavuconazonium sulfate capsules are expected to be approved for launch as early as the fourth quarter of 2026, offering a safer, more effective, and high-quality treatment option for patients suffering from invasive fungal infections.
  7. In 2025, the Group established a strategic partnership with Wenzhou Medical University to explore a thermosensitive gel formulation combining EGF and bFGF, leveraging the university’s proven expertise in bFGF production. As a key growth factor in regenerative medicine, bFGF is highly effective in promoting granulation and angiogenesis.
  8. Towards the end of 2025, the Group repositioned its long-term strategy from “Stable Growth” to “Innovation-Driven,” signifying a bold transformation from an integrated pharmaceutical company into a global pioneer in regenerative medicine. The Group is advancing a transformative R&D strategy spanning four key areas: muscular-skeletal regeneration, skin regeneration, ocular regeneration, and ENT regeneration.

Annual Results
For 2025, the Group recorded a revenue of approximately HK$586.2 million, representing an increase of 6.0% YoY. Revenue from Bogutai® increased from approximately HK$ $63.5 million to approximately HK$ 134.0 million, representing a significant increase of 111.0%. Revenue generated from GeneTime® was approximately HK$220.4 million, representing an increase of 10.9% YoY. GeneSoft® recorded a 7.9% YoY decrease in revenue from approximately HK$41.9 million to approximately HK$38.6 million due to intense market competition. Pinup® recorded a decrease of 29.4% in revenue from approximately HK$244.2 million to approximately HK$172.5 million for the Year. In 2025, the Group adopted a more disciplined and selective hospital-supply strategy under volume-based procurement (VBP) to safeguard margins, particularly in regions where policy adjustments intensified price competition. At the same time, the Group accelerated diversification into pharmacy networks beyond traditional hospital channels and optimized its supply chain to improve cost and profitability. In 2024, Boshutai® was successfully included in the VBP by the Henan Seventeen Provinces Alliance and the procurement validity period is set for two years. Hospitals in many provinces began procuring Boshutai® in 2025. Following the destocking and a low base in 2024, revenue from Boshutai® increased from approximately HK$10.2 million to approximately HK$15.5 million, representing a significant increase of 51.9%. 肌顏態® generated approximately HK$2.8 million in revenue in its early stage. The limited revenue scale reflected several factors, including a relatively small number of products approved and launched during the Year, and the fact that specialized marketing and distribution teams were still being built and optimized.

Gross profit was approximately HK$487.6 million, representing an increase of 5.7% as compared with approximately HK$461.1 million in 2024, and gross profit margin increased by 0.2 percentage points YoY to 83.2%. The Group delivered another year of record-breaking profit, achieving approximately HK$93.3 million for the Year, representing an increase of 12.7% YoY. Net profit margin increased by 1.0 percentage points YoY to 15.9%. These results demonstrate the Group’s success in converting product innovation into market value through strong commercialization execution and financial discipline. The earnings per share reached approximately HK$1.56 cents, reflecting a growth of 15.5% YoY.

Prospects
Regenerative medicine has emerged as a rapidly developing field, focused on repairing, replacing, or regenerating damaged tissues or organs using cells, tissues, or genetic material. The sector has the potential to treat and address the underlying causes of chronic and advanced diseases. The global regenerative medicine market was approximately USD51.7 billion in 2025. It is projected to grow from USD63.0 billion in 2026 to USD555.6 billion by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.3%. The increasing prevalence of chronic and hereditary diseases, together with rising healthcare expenditure in both developed and emerging markets, is expected to support continued growth in the regenerative medicine industry.

Mr. Kingsley Leung, Chairman of Uni-Bio Science, commented, “In 2025, we are proud to have delivered another year of record profitability, marking a significant milestone in our growth journey. During the year, we entered a new phase of strategic development. In anticipation of an increasingly favorable market environment, we advanced our strategic transition from ‘stable growth’ to ‘innovation-driven’ development, with a clear focus on four diversified therapeutic areas: musculoskeletal regeneration, skin regeneration, ocular regeneration, and ENT regeneration.

With multiple products progressing through our pipeline and accelerating toward commercialization, the Group has continued to broaden its marketing channels. In addition to strengthening our established offline hospital networks, deepening partnerships with local distributors, and hosting academic conferences, we have actively expanded into online e-commerce platforms to enhance product accessibility and extend our market reach. Our ambitions extend well beyond China. During the year, we formed a strategic partnership with Kexing Biopharm to accelerate the global expansion of Bogutai®. Through this collaboration, we have granted Kexing Biopharm exclusive commercialization rights for Bogutai® in six international markets—Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico—laying a solid foundation for global growth. We expect these markets to begin contributing revenue as early as the end of 2026. At the same time, we are advancing the FDA approval process for Bogutai® in the United States, aiming for approval as early as 2027.

In December, we also entered into a strategic collaboration with Wenzhou Medical University and the People’s Government of Ouhai District, Wenzhou, to foster a synergistic ‘government–university–enterprise’ model, further strengthening our capabilities in regenerative medicine. Supported by strong partnerships with local governments and leading academic institutions, we are well positioned to build a world-class biomedical ecosystem and enhance our end-to-end innovation capabilities.”
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About Uni-Bio Science Group Limited

Uni-Bio Science Group Limited is an innovative biopharmaceutical enterprise listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited in 2001 (Stock Code: 00690.HK). The Group is committed to powering the advancement of regenerative medicine with next-generation synthetic biology and complex peptide innovation. Focusing on four core research areas—muscular-skeletal regeneration, skin regeneration, ocular regeneration, and ENT regeneration—the Group has built a diversified product pipeline encompassing innovative biologics, high-value generic drugs, and medical aesthetics. The Group operates GMP-compliant production bases in Beijing, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, with fully integrated capabilities spanning R&D, manufacturing, and commercial sales. Uni-Bio Science Group is dedicated to be the global leader in regenerative medicine, redefining how science restores and extends human life.

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Weiqiao Pioneering Group Adds Sixth National “Green Factory”

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BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – On March 18, Hongzheng New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. (“Hongzheng New Materials”), based in Zouping, Shandong Province, was designated as a national-level “Green Factory” in the 2025 Green Factory List released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Recognized for its comprehensive green manufacturing system and remarkable achievements in low-carbon transition, Hongzheng New Materials becomes the sixth subsidiary under Weiqiao Pioneering Group to receive this prestigious accreditation.

Hongzheng New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. was designated as a national-level “Green Factory” in the 2025 Green Factory List released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

The national-level “Green Factory” program, led by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, is a cornerstone of China’s green manufacturing system. It aims to honor enterprises that lead in efficient land use, non-toxic raw materials, clean production, waste recycling, and low-carbon energy utilization.

Hongzheng New Materials stated that it will further advance the research and application of green and low-carbon technologies to promote the upgrade of aluminum-based materials toward lightweight and high-value-added products, thereby injecting new momentum into the industry’s transition toward greener and more intelligent development.

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Second National Showcase of Outstanding Works from China’s Rare Operatic Genres Held

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BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Recently, the second National Showcase of Outstanding Works from China’s Rare Operatic Genres , titled “Ancient Echoes, Treasured Legacies,” was held in Boxing County, Binzhou City, Shandong Province. The event was co-organized by the China Theatre Association, the Shandong Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and other cultural organizations.

The second National Showcase of Outstanding Works from China’s Rare Operatic Genres was held in Boxing County, Binzhou City

Rare operatic genres, often referred to as endangered theatrical forms, are typically characterized by strong regional identities, limited reach, scarce inheritors, and relatively small scale. Shaped over centuries, they embody distinctive musical styles and performance forms of high artistic value and deep cultural resonance. As an integral part of intangible cultural heritage, they preserve local dialects, customs, and cultural ideals..Their protection, transmission, and revitalization are essential to strengthening the foundations of Chinese opera and advancing the creative transformation and innovative development of traditional Chinese culture.

This year’s showcase drew participation from over 100 troupes nationwide, with 36 outstanding works selected. Covering genres such as Yong Opera, Qian Opera, Qi Opera, Dunqiang, and Yong Opera, the showcase highlighted recent progress in safeguarding and revitalizing China’s rare operatic traditions.

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Singapore-Led Alliance Launches Professional Services Centre in Nanjing to Support Chinese Enterprises’ Expansion across Southeast Asia

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), together with its Professional Services (PS) Centre Alliance partners, comprising Association of Small & Medium Enterprises, Institute of Valuers & Appraisers, Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI), Singapore Manufacturing Federation, Tax Academy of Singapore and the Law Society of Singapore, has launched the PS Centre in Nanjing. This marks the Alliance’s second PS Centre in China and its third globally, strengthening a growing network to support enterprises expanding across China, Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Amid rising demand from businesses seeking overseas growth, the PS Centre was established as a trusted platform to connect enterprises with trusted professional services expertise and in-market networks, enabling smoother and more effective cross-border expansion. Nanjing is strategically positioned, with strong linkages to universities that support talent pipelines, as well as ecosystem builders such as the Singapore-Nanjing Eco Hi-tech Island that help businesses establish and maintain operational presence in the market.

Since its inception, the PS Centres in China and Vietnam have provided on-the-ground support and facilitated opportunities for over 100 businesses. Prior to the launch in Nanjing, the PS Centre has already supported several Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in establishing operations and building local teams. One such example is BIPO, a HR solutions provider, which successfully set up its presence in Nanjing with support from the PS Centre ecosystem.

Mr Michael Chen, CEO of BIPO (Asia) shared: “The launch of the Professional Services Centre marks an important step in enabling more efficient and scalable global expansion for enterprises. As companies expand across markets, what they increasingly need is not just individual services, but an integrated ecosystem of professional capabilities. At BIPO, we are proud to partner with ISCA and the broader professional community to provide the HR technology and operational infrastructure that supports this ecosystem, helping businesses build sustainable, compliant, and tech-enabled global operations.”

The launch took place at the forum titled Bridging Singapore and Nanjing, Charting Opportunities from ASEAN to China, organised by the PS Alliance and co-hosted by China-Singapore Nanjing Eco-Tech Island Investment Development Co., Ltd. The forum brought together government representatives, professional bodies, financial institutions and business leaders from both Singapore and China.

Mr Xu Feng, Vice Mayor of Nanjing, highlighted the growing economic linkages between China and Southeast Asia: “Nanjing and Singapore share a long-standing friendship built upon a strong foundation of cooperation. We recognise that the international expansion of enterprises relies on the support of professional services. As a global hub for professional services, Singapore offers complementary strengths, and the prospects for collaboration between our two sides are vast. Nanjing will continue to foster a world-class international business environment, enhance its end-to-end support systems for enterprises expanding overseas, and promote mutually beneficial partnerships between enterprises and Singapore’s professional institutions.”

Mr Ernie Koh, Council Member, SBF / Vice-Chairman, Research & Publications Committee, SCCCI said: “Singapore and China share strong and enduring economic ties, and platforms like the Nanjing PS Centre play a critical role in deepening these linkages. By bringing together business networks and professional expertise, the Alliance can better support enterprises in navigating new markets, strengthening their capabilities, and unlocking opportunities across Southeast Asia. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to enabling sustainable, cross-border growth.”

Mr Daniel Koh, Vice-President, The Law Society of Singapore, said: “As businesses expand across borders, navigating legal and regulatory complexities becomes increasingly critical. The establishment of the PS Centre provides a valuable platform for enterprises to access trusted legal expertise alongside other professional services. By strengthening cross-border collaboration, we can help businesses operate with greater confidence, manage risks effectively, and build resilient foundations for international growth.”

Mr Darren Ku, Council Member, ASME, said: “For many SMEs, internationalisation presents both significant opportunities and challenges. The Nanjing PS Centre offers a practical and structured gateway for businesses to access the professional support they need, from compliance to market entry strategies. By lowering barriers and providing coordinated expertise, the Alliance will empower more SMEs to expand into Southeast Asia with greater confidence and clarity.”

Beyond facilitating business expansion, the Nanjing PS Centre will also anchor talent development and cross-border capabilities. ISCA has established partnerships with key institutions including Nanjing University of Finance and Economics, Nanjing Audit University, and Jiangsu Certified Public Accountants, laying the foundation for a sustainable pipeline of internationally-ready accounting professionals.

ISCA President Mr Teo Ser Luck said: “The Professional Services Centre in Nanjing shows our commitment to helping Chinese and Singapore businesses grow with good governance, proper compliance, and sound financial management as they expand across the region. Through working together, we can help businesses grow with confidence and in a sustainable way. We plan to bring this model to other parts of the world, so we can continue sharing knowledge and networks with businesses operating across borders.”

With regions such as Shenzhen, Johor Bahru, and Bangkok earmarked for new PS Centres, the PS Alliance has highlighted their commitment to supporting businesses in their cross-border endeavours and operations. By providing a platform for them to explore new opportunities for growth and talent development, these PS Centres play a vital role in cross-border professional development.

The launch of Nanjing PS Centre will serve as a platform to integrate professional resources from Singapore and Jiangsu, supporting enterprises investing in Singapore and across ASEAN. This initiative, coupled with future expansion into other regions, further underscores ISCA’s continued role in strengthening cross-border collaboration and enabling resilient, future-ready business growth.

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Jollibee Advances to Top 5 in Global Brand Strength Rankings, Signaling Continued Momentum

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Jollibee, the flagship brand of the Jollibee Group, has been ranked the fifth-strongest restaurant brand worldwide in the Brand Finance Restaurants 25 2026 report, reinforcing the brand’s growing global competitiveness and resonance across markets.

The 2026 ranking marks a significant rise from ninth place in 2025, reflecting a measurable strengthening of Jollibee’s global brand equity. Its Brand Strength Index (BSI) improved to 87.9/100 from 83.9 the previous year—one of the most notable gains among ranked restaurant brands—indicating increased consumer familiarity, preference, and advocacy across both established and emerging markets.

In the same report, Brand Finance also noted that Jollibee remains the Philippines’ sole representative among the world’s 25 most valuable restaurant brands, and the only Philippine and Southeast Asian brand included in the global ranking.

Ernesto Tanmantiong, Global President and Chief Executive Officer of the Jollibee Group, said the recognition underscores the brand’s rising global competitiveness and equity.

“Being ranked among the world’s strongest restaurant brands by Brand Finance signals that Jollibee is winning in superior taste and strengthening consumer preference across markets. It reflects the trust we have built, the disciplined execution of our teams, and the growing power of our brand as we continue to deliver joyful experiences to customers worldwide,” Tanmantiong said.

Strengthened global equity

Brand Finance reported that Jollibee’s brand value rose by 32% to USD 3.3 billion in 2026, placing it 18th among the world’s 25 most valuable restaurant brands. As part of its brand strength assessment, Brand Finance cited Jollibee’s AAA brand strength rating, reflecting strong customer trust, emotional connection, and price acceptance in its home market and other key markets, including Singapore and Vietnam.

The year-on-year improvement in brand strength signals that Jollibee is not only expanding its footprint but also deepening its ability to influence customer choice—an important driver of long-term earnings quality, pricing resilience, and franchise attractiveness. This progression positions the brand alongside more established global players in terms of consumer affinity, despite differences in scale.

Brand Finance noted that as the only Philippine and Southeast Asian brand in the global ranking, Jollibee’s performance underscores the ability of home-grown brands to compete internationally through disciplined execution while sustaining strong brand equity and expectations for future earnings. Its continued expansion across Asia, North America, and the Middle East has strengthened long-term growth visibility while preserving brand leadership in its core market.

“We remain focused on building scalable operating systems, reinforcing brand fundamentals, and delivering consistent, superior taste across markets. With disciplined expansion, we are positioning our brands to grow sustainably, compete globally, and create long-term value for our stakeholders, including investors and franchise partners,” Tanmantiong added.

Jollibee’s growing global recognition is reinforced by recent accolades across key international markets. In the United States, the brand was named among the best fast-food fried chicken chains by USA Today, while Eater spotlighted it as a must-visit destination for its iconic Chickenjoy and distinctly Filipino flavors. The brand has also earned recognition in Hong Kong and Singapore, and in Kuwait, where Jollibee was ranked among the top 10 brands for best customer service—underscoring its growing consumer preference and consistent delivery of superior taste and joyful service across markets.

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Jollibee Group Earns Gallup’s Highest Workplace Honor, Wins Engagement Award for Fifth Year

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – The Jollibee Group has earned the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Awards (GEWA) with Distinction—the highest honor given by Gallup to organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment to employee engagement and workplace culture.

In the same recognition cycle, the Jollibee Group also received the Gallup Engagement Award for the fifth consecutive year, highlighting the consistency of its people-first approach and reinforcing its standing among organizations that prioritize building highly engaged workplaces.

Notably, the Jollibee Group remains the only Philippine-based company to have received the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, underscoring how a Filipino brand can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with global organizations in creating a high-engagement workplace culture.

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“Being recognized by Gallup at this level affirms the kind of workplace we are building at the Jollibee Group—one where our people can grow, thrive, and do their best work every day. It also shows that a Filipino company can stand alongside the world’s best workplaces,” said Ernesto Tanmantiong, Global President and CEO, Jollibee Group.

“As we continue to expand globally, we remain committed to building a culture that enables our teams and partners to find joy in their work, succeed together, and bring the joy of our brands to more communities around the world,” he added.

The GEWA with Distinction recognition is awarded to a select group of organizations chosen by Gallup’s review panel for the impact of their strategic initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and help team members perform at their best.

Bringing Choose Joy! EVP to Life

The recognition marks a milestone for the Jollibee Group and reflects the company’s commitment to bringing its Choose Joy! Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to life—creating an environment where employees find purpose in their work, grow their capabilities, and experience genuine care and belonging.

“At the Jollibee Group, engagement is something we build intentionally every day through strong leadership, continuous listening, and meaningful people programs,” said Arsenio Sabado, Global Chief Human Resources Officer of the Jollibee Group.

“At the heart of Choose Joy is our commitment to create an environment where our team members feel a strong sense of purpose, have opportunities to grow their careers, and experience real belonging as part of our organization.”

By embedding employee engagement into its operating model, the Jollibee Group demonstrates that choosing joy at work can drive stronger performance and deeper commitment across teams. The Group views engagement not only as a people initiative but also as a strategic advantage that strengthens execution and supports sustainable long-term growth.

For employees, this approach translates into a workplace where they can build meaningful careers and thrive both professionally and personally. Guided by our Choose Joy! EVP, team members are supported by leadership that values listening, development opportunities that build capability, and a culture that recognizes and cares for its people.

The Gallup recognition adds to a growing list of global and regional honors that affirm the Jollibee Group’s commitment to being a world-class employer. The Group has been included in Forbes’ World’s Best Employers list, recognized among TIME’s World’s Best Companies, and named Employer of the Year by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP)—recognitions that highlight its continued efforts to build a workplace where people can thrive and grow.

As it continues to expand its global footprint, the Jollibee Group remains committed to strengthening its people-first culture, ensuring that engagement, leadership, and meaningful work remain central to its growth and delivery on its purpose of spreading joy through superior taste.

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SetupHK Launches Free Corporate Tax Diagnosis Service — Limited to 20 Slots — Helping Hong Kong SMEs Navigate Tax Filing Season

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Professional accounting services firm SetupHK(朗峰會計) today announced the immediate launch of its “One-Hour Free Corporate Tax Diagnosis” service, designed exclusively for Hong Kong small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Available to the first 20 applicants only, the service covers account health assessment, tax filing arrangement clarification, and tax risk analysis. Appointments are now open via WhatsApp.

The service launches in alignment with Hong Kong’s annual tax filing season, during which the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) begins issuing Profits Tax returns to businesses from April onwards. SetupHK stated that the initiative aims to help SME owners gain a clear picture of their financial records before formally engaging tax filing services, reducing the risk of missed deadlines and unnecessary tax complications.

Service Details

The free corporate tax diagnosis is conducted on a one-to-one basis by SetupHK’s professional advisors. Each session runs approximately one hour and covers three key areas:

Account Health Assessment — A review of the completeness and accuracy of the company’s existing financial records, identifying potential issues that require attention.

Tax Filing Arrangement Clarification — Based on the company’s structure and financial year-end, advisors will outline the required filing steps and timeline.

Tax Risk Analysis — A preliminary identification of tax-related risks, including late submission exposure, discrepancies in financial records, and common filing errors.

Availability is strictly limited to the first 20 applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. To book an appointment: WhatsApp 852-9248-5734.

Background

Under the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Ordinance, limited companies are required to submit an annual Profits Tax return (BIR51) together with audited financial statements prepared by a certified public accountant. Late submission may result in a fine of up to HK$10,000 plus a penalty of three times the tax assessed. Based on SetupHK’s experience serving SMEs, a significant number of business owners do not begin preparing their financial records until after receiving their tax return, leaving insufficient time to complete the mandatory audit process before the filing deadline.

Marx Chan, Director of SetupHK, commented: “Many business owners have little visibility into the actual state of their company’s accounts. By the time they receive their tax return and realise there are problems, they are already under pressure. The purpose of this free diagnosis is to give owners a clear picture of where they stand — what needs to be done and how much time they have — so they can respond with confidence rather than scramble at the last minute.”

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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Charting Solutions in an Uncertain World

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CGTN’s special feature explores potential impacts of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan beyond its borders.

BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – As policymakers and business leaders convene at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference, one of the most closely watched gatherings on the global calendar, attention is turning to China’s national development blueprint: the 15th Five-Year Plan. Beijing’s latest development roadmap arrives at a critical moment, as the world is grappling with geopolitical tensions, economic fragmentation and climate change. With these challenges mounting, many international observers are exploring how this blueprint will shape future development trajectories within China and beyond.

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan Charting Solutions in an Uncertain World

Achim Steiner, former administrator of the United Nations Development Programme, regards green transition, which takes center stage in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, as one of the defining economic shifts of the coming decades. He emphasizes that China’s leadership on renewable energy, ranging from solar panels to electric vehicles, have not only driven down global costs, but also turned technologies like EVs that were once considered “luxury and privilege” into accessible tools for people’s daily lives. He noted such a giant leap in green technology represents a frontline opportunity for transformation on the African continent, where over 600 million people still lack electricity. Steiner believes the green mindset adopted by Beijing will help many developing nations to avoid catastrophic fallout from climate change. And as certain western nations waver on climate commitments, China’s approach to addressing global warming, in contrast, provides a compelling model of a responsible nation, which suggests that green growth can be a policy priority and allow for win-win progress.

Mohd Faiz Abdullah, executive chairman of the Institute of Strategic and International Studies in Malaysia, situates China’s development strategy within a regional context. He says that the cooperation between China and ASEAN has been contributing to regional and global growth. He described the global economic status quo as “increasingly fragmented,” adding that the key challenge is “not to help one individual economy grow,” but to achieve shared and sustained prosperity “at regional and global levels.” Such a joint task requires shared responsibility in a variety of crucial areas covered in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, including advanced manufacturing, green transition and technological upgrading. In his view, the development vision demonstrated in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan is not solely inward-looking, but also a domestic model that can convert to outward impact to the wider world. Abdullah also highlighted that China and ASEAN have already formed one of the world’s most dynamic economic partnerships, characterized by expanding investment flows and deepening integration. He believes that the continued implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership will ensure ASEAN and China can work together to achieve shared economic progress for the next decade.

Justin Yifu Lin, former chief economist for the World Bank, argues that while the global economy is mired in uncertainty and turbulence, China remains a rare source of stability, certainty and development momentum. Since about 2008, he noted, China has contributed roughly 30 percent of global growth, underscoring its role as a key engine of the world economy. Acknowledging that challenges are universal rather than unique to China, Lin stressed that what matters is the ability to recognize both constraints and opportunities, and to turn the latter into tangible growth. He pointed to China’s continued potential in technological innovation and industrial upgrading, supported by its large talent pool, vast domestic market, comprehensive manufacturing base and effective coordination between market forces and government policy. While external risks such as supply chain disruptions and trade tensions persist, alongside domestic pressures, including aging and regional development imbalance, Lin suggests China still holds significant growth potential, possibly around 8 percent per year through 2035, if these challenges are well managed.

In a world increasingly defined by uncertainty, China’s 15th Five-Year Plan is deemed as an important source of direction and momentum. As the country aims for a good start to its next five-year development period, seeking to advance modernization through high-quality development, major tasks still lie ahead.

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Hong Kong Arts Festival and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust Co-present the Annual “No Limits”

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In 2026, Joining Hands with the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra to Present Light and Shadow on Strings

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Co-presented by the Hong Kong Arts Festival and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, “No Limits” 2026 will collaborate for the first time with Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (HKCO) to jointly present Light and Shadow on Strings. The concert will be held on 28 March 2026 (Saturday) at 3pm at the Tsuen Wan Town Hall Auditorium. Featuring a 50-member HKCO ensemble alongside rising erhu star Yang Enhua, the performance brings together solo, chamber and orchestral works in a celebratory programme of Chinese music, showcasing the artistic synergy that emerges when musicians of diverse abilities share the same stage.

The concert is one of the major programmes of “No Limits” 2026 and marks HKCO’s inaugural participation in this inclusive festival, representing a significant step forward in advancing inclusive arts within Hong Kong’s mainstream cultural landscape.

Rupert Woo Pak-tuen, Associate Conductor of HKCO and Resident Conductor of the Hong Kong Young Chinese Orchestra, will lead the ensemble and Yang Enhua in a selection of orchestral works. These include the huqin quartet Ru-Meng-Ling, the five-piece combo Autumn Moon on a Placid Lake, and the string quintets Three Variations on Yangguan and A Joyful Evening. The programme also features Tam Yat-sing’s Eternal Night, which was named the Audience’s Favourite at HKCO’s 2023 Music from the Heart concert. Through diverse ensemble formations, the performance weaves a richly layered world of Chinese music, revealing both the delicacy and dynamism of Chinese music through refined musical dialogue.

Yang Enhua will perform three solo works: Dishui Nanyin Words of the Blind, recognised as part of Hong Kong’s Intangible Cultural Heritage; Sun Wenming’s renowned Farewell; and Hua Yanjun (Ah Bing)’s iconic Reflection of the Moon on the Water. Through nuanced expression and tonal depth, these works embody both the inheritance and innovation of traditional Chinese music, conveying resilience and dignity of spirit amid adversity.

The concert will also present the world premiere of Luminous Sound Journey, a newly commissioned work by cross-disciplinary composer Luk Wai-chun, commissioned by “No Limits” and HKCO. Inspired by the sensory experiences of visually impaired individuals in perceiving light and sound, the piece intertwines sonic and visual imagination, guiding audiences into a musical journey that transcends perception and expectation.

Co-produced by “No Limits” and HKCO, Light and Shadow on Strings marks an important milestone in the journey of inclusive arts towards the mainstream stage.

Eddy Zee, Project Director of “No Limits”, said: “Light and Shadow on Strings is an important embodiment of No Limits’ commitment to advancing inclusive arts into the mainstream. The collaboration between Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra and erhu soloist Yang Enhua demonstrates how the spirit of inclusion can be realised on the foundation of professional artistic excellence, revealing the distinctive creative energy that emerges when mainstream musicians and artists of diverse abilities come together.”

Dr Chin Man-wah, Executive Director of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, said: “There are multiple perspectives when it comes to defining the success of a social care project; it is not just about the audience attendance rate, but more importantly about the cultivation of talent, the accumulation of experience, and the establishment of mindsets.”

Rupert Woo Pak-tuen, Associate Conductor of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra and Resident Conductor of the Hong Kong Young Chinese Orchestra said: “Light and Shadow on Strings reveals the rich layers of Chinese music, from the subtle intimacy of solo passages to the powerful resonance of ensemble works. Through this collaboration, we hope audiences can experience the music’s purity of tone, its striking contrasts, and the profound emotional intensity it carries. This programme serves to illustrate our vision of harmony in diversity and our unwavering commitment to inclusion.”

Yang Enhua said:”Music has always been my bridge to the world, leading me beyond the boundaries of visual impairment. Through this performance, I hope to show how sound carries emotion and imagination, and to embrace the diverse ways we all perceive the world. I truly value this collaboration with No Limits and Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. Their professionalism and trust have allowed us to create and share the sincere power of music on equal ground.”

Light and Shadow on Strings is the closing programme of the eighth edition of No Limits. For details, please visit: www.nolimits.hk.

Light and Shadow on Strings
Date and Time 28 March 2026 (Sat), 3pm
Venue Auditorium, Tsuen Wan Town Hall
Ticket HK$258、HK$198
Accessibility Services Subtitles in Chinese and English, house programme in audio format and extra wheelchair seating available; guide dogs welcome
Note Approx. 80 minutes with one interval
The performance contains smoke effects
The performance contains scenes of near complete darkness
Song Composer / Arranger
Dishui Nanyin Words of the Blind Yang Enhua
Erhu Solo Farewell Sun Wenming
Erhu Solo Reflection of the Moon on the Water Hua Yanjun

Orch.by Ding Guoshun

Five-piece Combo Autumn Moon on a Placid Lake Lui Man Shing
Huqin Quartet Ru-Meng-Ling Yang Chunjia
String Quintet Three Variations on Yangguan Ancient Tune

Arr. by Hu Dengtiao

String Quintet A Joyful Evening Hu Dengtiao
Eternal Night Tam Yat sing
Seeking (The Third Movement of The Desert Smoke Suite) Zhao Jiping
Luminous Sound Journey (Commissioned by No Limits and HKCO / World Premiere) Luk Wai-chun

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Tech-Driven Restoration: Saving the World’s Critically Endangered White-headed Langur

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  • Through decades of careful conservation efforts, the white-headed langur population has increased from just over 300 in the 1980s to more than 1,400 across 130 groups today.
  • An AI-powered system covers more than 20 monitoring stations in the Guangxi Chongzuo White-headed Langur National Nature Reserve. It has logged 37,200 detections of langur activity, which provide critical data for research and conservation.
  • To date, 77.6 hectares of habitat has been restored, 2 drinking water sources and 18 water drinking points for the langurs have been built, and 2 ecological corridors have been constructed.

CHONGZUO, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – In the rugged karst mountains of Guangxi in Southern China, a primate species once on the brink of extinction – the white-headed langur – is steadily recovering in population thanks to a range of measures that bring together technology, law enforcement, and ecological restoration.

Found exclusively in Chongzuo, Guangxi, the white-headed langur is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and the Red List of China’s Vertebrates. New monitoring data reveals that the “stone mountain elf”, which is even rarer than the giant panda, is no longer on the brink of extinction. Through the combined efforts of the local government, the nature reserve, academia, and the tech sector, the survival crisis triggered by habitat fragmentation has been significantly reversed for this species.

To address the challenges posed by the rugged karst terrain and the difficulties of traditional patrol and monitoring, the nature reserve teamed up with Huawei and the China-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Application Cooperation Center to develop an intelligent monitoring platform powered by AI computing. Thanks to the video-based animal monitoring devices deployed along the cliffs, the system can collect real-time data on the langurs’ distribution, surroundings, and patterns of activity. Using AI-driven automated labeling and data analytics, the reserve has developed a complete dashboard for visualized management. This has significantly enhanced the efficiency of data retrieval and analysis. To date, the system has recorded over 37,200 instances of langur activity.

In addition to technical support, innovation in ecological protection and restoration mechanisms is also critical. The Chongzuo White-Headed Langur Habitat Protection Regulations, the first regulation of its kind in China, forms the legal framework for the reserve’s protection efforts. Under this framework, a range of measures has been implemented. To date, 77.6 hectares of habitat has been restored, 2 drinking water sources and 18 water drinking points for the langurs have been built, and 2 ecological corridors have been constructed. The white-headed langur population has increased to more than 1,400 across 130 groups. As the langur is an umbrella species of the local karst ecosystem, the growth of its population is critical to the region’s biodiversity. Wild duck lettuce, a level-II protected species in China, was recently found in the reserve for the first time, a sign of recovery in the fragile local ecosystem.

Nong Dengpan, Director of the Guangxi Chongzuo White-headed Langur National Nature Reserve Management Center, said: “The growth of the white-headed langur population can be attributed to a combination of technology, legislation, and ecological restoration efforts. Digital technology enables more precise observation of these limestone langurs and more informed management of their living environment. This integrated conservation model can serve as a reference for the protection and population recovery of other endangered primate species, such as the eastern black crested gibbon in Southeast Asia.”

Tian Yongsheng, Deputy General Manager of Huawei Guangxi, noted: “Huawei is committed to conserving nature with technology. We work with global partners to support ecosystem conservation using digital technologies like 5G, cloud, and AI. The success of the white-headed langur project demonstrates AI’s immense value in processing complex geographical data and massive volumes of species data. We will continue using innovative technologies to protect biodiversity and enable the harmonious coexistence of humanity and nature.”

By the end of 2025, our digital inclusion projects for environmental protection had been implemented in 65 protected areas around the world. These projects have significantly improved the efficiency of biodiversity conservation and the sustainable use and management of natural resources.

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Voicecomm Technology (02495.HK) Announces 2025 Annual Results

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High-Quality Growth with Improved Gross Profit Margin, increasing R&D Investment and Strategic Focus on Trustworthy Agents Ecosystem

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – Voicecomm Technology Co., Ltd. (“Voicecomm Technology” or the “Company“, Stock Code: 2495.HK), a core technology provider and ecosystem operator of trustworthy conversational AI in China, announced its annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025. Leveraging its deep technological expertise and forward-looking strategic initiatives in trustworthy conversational AI, the Company achieved steady revenue growth, continuous improvement in profitability, and a significant enhancement in operating cash flow, further strengthening its competitive edge in the enterprise-level trustworthy Agent sector.

Gross Profit Margin Steadily Improves, Operating Cash Flow Turns Strongly Positive

In 2025, the Company’s total revenue successfully exceeded the RMB1 billion mark, reaching RMB1,006.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.0%. Gross profit amounted to RMB551.2 million, increased by 8.0% from the previous year, while the gross profit margin increased by 0.5 percentage point to 54.7% from 54.2% in the same period last year, reflecting the high-value-added products and technical services of the Company, as well as effective cost control.

Notably, the Company’s net cash generated from operating activities turned strongly positive, reaching a net inflow of RMB212.5 million, compared to a net outflow of RMB129.2 million in the same period last year. This improvement underscores enhanced operational efficiency and reflects strengthened receivables management, which accelerated cash collection.

Profit for the year amounted to RMB140.2 million. The significant increase in net profit compared to the same period last year was mainly attributable to eliminating the impacts of changes in carrying amount of redeemable capital contributions, an accounting adjustment arising from financing agreements entered into with shareholders prior to the Listing and completion of the Global Offering.

Increasing R&D Investment to Strengthen the Trustworthy Agent Technology Foundations

As a technology-centric product company, Voicecomm Technology remains committed to the independent R&D and innovation of underlying technologies. In 2025, the Company’s research and development expenses reached RMB224.3 million, representing a substantial year-on-year increase of 67.7%. The investment was primarily directed towards developing Agents with continuous learning capabilities and a technical framework for Multi-agent collaboration, aiming to enhance technological capabilities and elevate the level of product innovation. This reinforces our trustworthy Agent technical architecture composed of three layers: “Multimodal Perception + Multi-model Thinking + Multi-agent Collaboration”.

This architecture takes the “meta-model” as the core to effectively alleviate the common pain points of in enterprise-level implementation, such as hallucinations, controllability and data security, by integrating the generalization capabilities of large language models with the precision of vertical domain knowledge. On this basis, the Company have formed a deliverable and operable trustworthy Agent product system, to ensure that the Agents are usable, manageable, and controllable in enterprise environments, thereby powering the intelligent upgrade of six core application scenarios: City management and administration, Automotive and transportation, Telecommunications, Finance, Healthcare, and Energy management.

Productization Strategy Drives Deep Application across Six Core Scenarios

Voicecomm Technology focuses on empowering various industries through superior products and technologies. In 2025, leveraging its mature product matrix, the Company successfully established replicable benchmark standards across multiple application scenarios.

City Management and Administration: As a leading solution provider in the smart government sector in China, the Company’s business has covered more than 130 prefecture-level cities. The “Smart Government Agent” deeply integrates the capacities of large language models, enabling more intelligent and automated government services with standardized and intelligent applications in scenarios such as government hotlines and city governance.

Automotive and Transportation: The Company successfully established benchmark autonomous driving projects in cities such as Mianyang, Zibo, and Ezhou, building a successful and replicable “Smart Transportation Agent” solution. For the Mianyang Science and Technology New City project, a total of 96 autonomous vehicles have been deployed, and the project was successfully selected as a National AI Application Pilot Testing Base in the transportation sector. In January 2026, the Company newly won the bid for the “Ezhou Huahu Airport Smart Port” autonomous driving bus procurement and operation project, further expanding its application boundaries.

Healthcare: In January 2026, the Company successfully won the bid for the “Chuannan Smart Valley AI Vertical Large Model Innovation Platform – Silver Economy Construction and Operation Project” in Neijiang City, Sichuan Province, with a total contract value of nearly RMB300 million. This project represents the Company’s first “AI + Elderly Care” city-level benchmark demonstration project. It adopts a closed-loop collaborative model of “online platform + offline service network + home terminals,” integrating Agents capabilities with the Company’s “vertical small model microservices” system in areas such as Health Early Warning, Cognitive Ability Assessment, and emotional companionship into a productized solution, thereby establishing rapidly replicable city-level smart elderly care operational benchmark.

Telecommunications, Finance, and Energy Management: The Company continues to deepen collaborations with leading enterprises in the telecommunications and finance sectors, leveraging the “Telecommunication Service Agent” and “Financial Service Agent” to enhance service efficiency and user service value. Meanwhile, its AI-powered smart charging solution has been progressively integrating charging pile networks in China and across several Southeast Asian countries.

Benefiting from the successful implementation of the Company’s productization strategy and the high level of market recognition for its trustworthy Agent solutions, as of December 31, 2025, the Group’s project pipeline and orders in hand saw significant growth. The number of ongoing projects at year-end increased to 320, representing a year-on-year increase of 41.6%, while the outstanding contract sum at year-end rose to RMB1,048.9 million, a year-on-year increase of 57.4%, reflecting the continued expansion of the Company’s business.

Future Outlook: Focusing on the Trustworthy Agents Ecosystem with Four Strategic Priorities

Looking ahead, the Company will firmly focus on its goal of “building a trustworthy conversational AI ecosystem” and will advance the following strategic priorities:

Overall and Technology Strategy: Continue to focus on R&D and innovation in frontier technologies such as multi-modal fusion and trustworthy intelligence, promoting the deployment of trustworthy agents across more application scenarios. By creating open technology platforms and standards, the Company will attract more developers and partners to jointly build a prosperous and win-win industrial ecosystem.

Market Strategy: Establish benchmarks for quality and innovation within the industry and deepening partnerships with various service channels. At the same time, the Company will actively expand into the C-end market, extending cutting-edge technologies to a wider user base, thereby expanding the influence and commercial value of the ecosystem.

Regional Strategy: Domestically, the Company will continue to deepen its partnerships with major cooperating cities to create smart city benchmark cases. Internationally, the Company will actively respond to the “Belt and Road” initiative, grasp the tremendous potential of emerging markets, and promote the Company’s trustworthy Agent products and services globally to enhance its international brand image.

Investment Strategy: Through prudent strategic investments and M&A, the Company will optimize the layout of the upstream and downstream industry chains and consolidate the stability and competitiveness of the ecosystem.

DR.Tang Jinghua, Chairman ofVoicecomm Technology Co., Ltd., said: ” 2025 was a landmark year for Voicecomm Technology. We not only achieved a strong turnaround in operating cash flow and a steady increase in gross profit margin financially, but we also completed a strategic leap at the technological and business level towards becoming a ‘a core technology provider and ecosystem operator of trustworthy conversational AI.’ We deeply understand that the essence of enterprise-grade AI lies in creating replicable and reliable products and technology foundations. During the year, we significantly increased R&D investment and successfully applied our trustworthy Agents across six core scenarios, particularly in city-level benchmark projects in emerging fields like smart elderly care, showing the strong competitiveness of our productization strategy. Looking to the future, we will continue to pursue the goal of ‘building a trustworthy conversational AI ecosystem,’ leveraging an open platform to gather ecosystem partners and empowering diverse industries with innovative technology, thereby creating long-term sustainable value for our shareholders and society. “

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Bassoon & Baton — French May Arts Festival 2026

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 March 2026 – On 21 April 2026 at Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall, 8:00pm, the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong (CCOHK) presents Bassoon & Baton, a rare showcase of the bassoon’s lyrical voice and virtuosic brilliance. Held as part of the French May Arts Festival 2026, the programme features the Hong Kong debut of Sophie Dervaux, the internationally acclaimed French bassoonist and principal bassoonist of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. She performs bassoon concertos by Vivaldi, Mozart and Hummel and takes up the baton to conduct orchestral works by French composers Lully, Guy Ropartz and Gossec, thereby highlighting her dual artistry as both soloist and conductor.

City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
Bassoon & Baton — French May Arts Festival 2026
Sophie Dervaux bassoon/guest conductor

21 APR 2026 (Tue)
Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall, 8:00pm

PROGRAMME
Lully I Marche pour la Cérémonie des Turcs, LWV43
VivaldiI Concerto for Bassoon in G major, RV493
Guy Ropartz I Serenade for Strings
Mozart I Concerto for Bassoon in B-flat major, K.191
GossecI Symphony in C minor Op. 6 No. 3, RH24
Hummel I Grand Concerto in F major, S.63, WoO.23

Sophie Dervaux will also contribute to community activities in Hong Kong by holding two Bassoon masterclasses open to the public. On 18 April 2026, 10:30am–1:00pm, at Sing Music Academy, Room 901, On Lok Yuen Building 25-27A Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong, and on 19 April 2026, 2:30pm–5:00pm, at CR2, 7/F Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall Backstage.

Sophie Dervaux’s outstanding career as a solo bassoonist, orchestral musician, conductor and recording artist includes her engagements with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra (since 2015), the Vienna State Opera Orchestra and the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. She is a prize-winner of the prestigious ARD International Music Competition Munich (2013) and the Beethoven Ring Bonn (2014). Born in France, Sophie Dervaux studied at the Music Conservatory of Versailles, the Conservatoire de Paris in Lyon, the Hanns Eisler Academy of Music in Berlin and at the Karajan Academy. She has performed at the Philharmonie de Paris, Berlin Philharmonie, Suntory Hall Tokyo, New York’s Carnegie Hall and the Royal Albert Hall in London. Her solo engagements include the Konzerthausorchester Berlin, the Bavarian Radio Orchestra and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. On CD she has collaborated with Daniel Barenboim and Emmanuel Pahud. In 2021 she received the German Record Critics’ Award for her debut solo album on the Berlin Classics label. She is currently working on a project to record all 39 of Vivaldi’s bassoon concertos with La Folia Barockorchester. In addition to performing, Sophie Dervaux works internationally as a guest conductor and has appeared with the Mozarteumorchester Salzburg, the Vienna Chamber Orchestra, the Ensemble Kanazawa, the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and the KBS Symphony Orchestra in Seoul. She teaches bassoon at the Music and Arts University of The City of Vienna and plays on a Püchner bassoon.

Tickets priced at $450, $300 and $220 (with50% off for full-time students, senior citizens, Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients, people with disabilities and their accompanying minder), are available from all URBTIX outlets. For internet booking, visit www.urbtix.hk; for programme or other enquiries, call 2864 2156 or email info@ccohk.com.

BASSOON MASTERCLASS by SOPHIE DERVAUX
18 Apr (Sat) 10:30am-1:00pm, Sing Music Academy, Room 901, On Lok Yuen Building, 25-27A Des Voeux Road, Central, Hong Kong
19 Apr (Sun) 2:30pm-5:00pm, CR2, 7/F Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall Backstage
The masterclasses are open to observers at $100 per person.
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City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong

City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong (CCOHK) holds a unique position as one of Asia’s leading chamber orchestras. Founded by oboist Leanne Nicholls in 1999, CCOHK has performed with many of the world’s most celebrated artists and composers including Sir James Galway, Dame Evelyn Glennie, Dame Emma Kirkby, Sir Thomas Allen, Sir Neville Marriner, Michala Petri, Christian Lindberg, Sarah Chang, Julian Lloyd Webber, Barry Douglas, Edgar Meyer, Branford Marsalis, Sir Karl Jenkins, Ney Rosauro, Richard Galliano and Alma Deutscher. The orchestra has also collaborated with celebrities including Dame Edna Everage, Hayley Westenra, Richard Clayderman, Robin Gibb and Canto-pop stars Sandy Lam, Hacken Lee, Hins Cheung, Ivana Wong and Jacky Cheung. Additional highlights include concerts with the Vienna Boys’ Choir, the Warsaw Boys’ Choir, The American Boychoir, the Swedish Voices Chamber Choir, the King’s Singers and The Swingle Singers. CCOHK’s progressive programming has been internationally recognized with tour invitations to festivals in London, L’Aquila, Taipei, Beijing, Chengdu and Shanghai. At home CCOHK has performed for French May Arts Festival, Hong Kong Ballet, RTHK’s televised Christmas Concerts in the Park, the 2017 World Harp Congress, The Hong Kong Composers’ Guild and The Hong Kong International Piano Competition. Cinema and anime performances include Howard Blake’s The Snowman & The Bear, the Harry Potter series, Final Fantasy, Attack on Titan and One Piece Music Symphony. CCOHK is also a keen supporter of contemporary music and has commissioned works by Mao Yuan, Samson Young, Joyce Tang, Dobrinka Tabakova and Richard Harvey. The orchestra’s CDs include world premiere recordings on the NAXOS, Orchid Classics and OUR Recordings labels with Michala Petri, Dame Evelyn Glennie and bandoneón/piano duo Binelli-Ferman. CCOHK’s passion for building young audiences for music has inspired the creation of several award-winning productions and musicals. Credits include Magnificent Mozart, The Star Bach, The Bonn Man, Haydn & The Prince, Bug Symphony (winner of the Public Choice Award at the YAMawards in Portugal 2017), WILD (The Musical) (winner of the Public Choice Award at the YAMawards in Belgium 2022) and Shark Symphony. In 2023 CCOHK garnered five-star reviews for the London premiere of WILD (The Musical), and in the same year was voted into RTHK Radio 4’s Top Ten Music Headlines. Armenian French piano virtuoso Vahan Mardirossian serves as chief conductor (since 2019), succeeding French conductor Jean Thorel (2008 to 2016). CCOHK is currently a Venue Partner of Tsuen Wan Town Hall (since 2026) and the recipient of HKADC’s Eminent Arts Group Scheme (since 2024).

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Innomotics is market leader for turbine replacement technology

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  • Innomotics wins several orders to provide motor and drive technology for turbine replacement projects, totaling a volume in the higher double-digit million EUR range
  • Environmental, operational and financial benefits for many industries and industrial applications
  • Geographic diversity underlines market potential

NUREMBERG, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 26 March 2026 – Innomotics, a globally leading supplier of electric motor and large drive systems, has won several major orders for turbine replacement projects on nearly every continent. The total volume for all orders is in the higher double-digit million EUR range.

The Innomotics HV Series HS-modyn built at Dynamowerk in Berlin, setting standards when it comes to the availability of compressor drives: due to the unique rotor design it has the highest degree of reliability and minimum maintenance costs./Innomotics

With increased electrification of industrial applications, significant operational cost efficiency and CO₂ reduction can be gained by changing existing turbines with an electric drive system, the so-called Turbine Replacement Technology. This can be used for high-speed pump applications (centrifugal pumps) as well as for high-power compressor systems in refineries, petrochemicals, or oil and gas.

Especially the need for supplying large-scale turbine driven boiler feed pump applications in power plants with high voltage motors becomes increasingly important, as it significantly saves energy consumption, CO₂ and operational costs.

The transition to electric drive technology for rotating equipment is an important part of the overall plant electrification and decarbonization pathway, reducing the use of costly and environmentally harmful carbon fuels.

By sourcing the power from a renewable source such as wind, solar or hydro, CO₂ emissions can be practically eliminated. This is especially relevant for energy-intensive industries and industrial applications. Beyond ecological aspects, the use of high-speed motor systems offers significant benefits to customers, such as increasing efficiency, reducing operational costs and maintenance requirements as well as easy construction and start-up.

“Replacing existing gas and steam turbines with electrical motor and drive systems is a complex task. Thanks to our highly motivated and skilled team, Innomotics is thought leader and pace setter for turbine replacement technology for more than 25 years now and with more than 70 Turbine Replacement projects globally realized. Our outstanding portfolio sets standards: The reliability and availability of our advanced High-speed High Voltage Motor system technology is unrivaled in the field, due to our unique rotor design. Additionally, our Medium Voltage Drive technology includes extended redundancy measures such as cell by-pass systems for maximum uptime”, says Michael Reichle, CEO of Innomotics.

Operators of turbine-driven systems currently face high operational costs, which can be significantly reduced or even eliminated through turbine replacement technology. For example, in a project with Repsol in Spain, Innomotics helped avoid 68,000 tons of CO₂ emissions per year and reduce energy consumption by around 25 percent.

Recently awarded Turbine Replacement Projects

Electric Drive Upgrade for INA Refinery in Croatia:
INA is modernizing its refinery in Rijeka to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. As part of this transformation, steam turbines used to operate compressors are being replaced with electric drive systems. This reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowers maintenance requirements, and increases overall energy efficiency.

To implement this upgrade within an operating refinery, INA partnered with Innomotics and Siemens Energy. The project includes four electric drive train systems, combining HV and HS-Modyn motors ranging from 1.8 MW to 6 MW with Innomotics Perfect Harmony GH180 variable frequency drives.

The solution ensures high reliability through redundant system design and enables fast installation on existing foundations with minimal construction effort. As a result, INA reduced significantly CO₂ emissions by 96,000 tons, reduced operating costs, total high-pressure steam production reduced by around 25%, and improved availability.

Turbine Replacement Technology for Repsol Industrial Complex in Spain:
Repsol has electrified a gas compressor at its Puertollano Industrial Complex by replacing a steam turbine with an electric motor solution from Innomotics. This upgrade improves energy efficiency by 25 percent and reduces CO₂ emissions by approximately 68,000 tons per year. The solution includes a High Voltage Motor combined with a Perfect Harmony GH180 Medium Voltage Drive, delivering 8.25 MW at 5,800 rpm. Designed for high reliability and continuous operation, the system enables maintenance intervals of up to five years. With this electrification project, Repsol strengthens its commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 while significantly improving operational efficiency and system availability.

Turbine Replacement Technology for Chemicals Park in the Netherlands:
The owner and operator of a chemicals park in the Netherlands aims to accelerate the energy transition of the Dutch chemical industry. One of their three major goals is to achieve net zero emissions within ten years. Therefore, Innomotics was awarded for a turbine replacement project in a propylene plant. The order amounts a considerable value for Innomotics and includes a 25MW as well as an 8.6MW high-speed induction motor together with two Innomotics Medium Voltage GH150 drives. The order also includes comprehensive services.

Turbine Replacement Technology for Power Plants in Republic of Korea:
A Korean energy producer and provider awarded Innomotics an order to replace the previous turbine technology with a 12.5MW electric Innomotics High-speed High Voltage Motor and Medium Voltage Drives. With that replacement the company benefits from higher energy efficiency of at least 20 percent and the associated energy savings as well as reduced CO₂ emissions. The Innomotics solution therefore contributes directly to the customer’s net zero carbon strategy. The parallel operation of three Medium Voltage Drives ensures a particularly uninterrupted and stable power supply.

Turbine Replacement for a propane dehydrogenation (PDH) plant in Spain:
At the top of its agenda, a German chemicals and plastics giant, has placed the motto: “Net Zero Emissions by 2050”. One measure the company takes accordingly is replacing steam production at co-generation plants with heat pumps and e-driven compressors. Therefore, the Spanish site, has started a turbine replacement project in their propylene production at a propane dehydrogenation (PDH) plant. The order for Innomotics amounts to a double digit million Euros and includes a 23.3MW High-speed High Voltage induction motor, together with a Medium Voltage Drives and a converter transformer.

Turbine Replacement for Indian natural gas company:
Furthermore, Innomotics has won a pilot order to replace one out of eight installed gas turbines for a state-owned energy corporation in the state of Madhya Pradesh (India). This order creates a new benchmark in the gas turbine replacement market to the extent that the proposed solution will consist of an Innomotics High Voltage HV-M Motor, together with a gearbox and an Innomotics Medium Voltage Drive instead of a High-speed High Voltage Motor system.

Additional Turbine Replacement materials:
Whitepaper on Turbine Replacement
Expert Video concerning Turbine Replacement
Operational savings calculator, reference projects and success stories
Podcast episode on Spotify
Explore the 3D visualization in our virtual world: Innomotics Electrosphere

For more information, visit https://www.innomotics.com/hub/en/applications/turbine-replacement

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The “It’s Time 4 European Beef” Campaign Was Very Well Received in Singapore in 2025, and Expectations Are High for 2026

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As part of the European campaign “It’s Time For European Beef”, the promotional activities carried out in 2025 and those currently underway in 2026 are reinforcing the positive image held by both Singaporean meat importers and end consumers, who appreciate the quality, tenderness, flavour and naturalness of our meat, as well as its rigorous production process, the European Production Model

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – The year 2025 was a very successful and strategically significant phase for the “It’s Time 4 European Beef” campaign in the Singapore market. Throughout the year, the campaign implemented a comprehensive program combining market intelligence, professional engagement, culinary education, and immersive experiential activities. These efforts significantly reinforced the positioning of European beef as a premium and reliable product in one of Asia’s most competitive and high-value food markets.

It´Time for Celebrate Singapore 2025

“It’s Time For European Beef” in 2025: strategic engagement and experiential activities reinforce the position of European Beef in Singapore

Field activities in Singapore began in May with a visit by the Provacuno team, kicking off the scheduled activities with a visit to one processor in Singapore.

This visit allowed campaign representatives to gain first-hand knowledge of Singapore’s market.

The exchange generated valuable market feedback and confirmed the high suitability of European beef for Singapore’s high-end catering and retail channels.

During the same trip, the Provacuno expedition (campaign leader with co-financing from the EU) organized a master cooking class culinary training institution in Singapore. Michelin-starred chefs Rafael Centeno Moyer and Héctor Sanz Pedraja demonstrated the versatility and performance of European Beef through a series of recipes, followed by a hands-on cooking session with students. This activity engaged future culinary professionals, reinforced technical knowledge, and positioned European beef as a high-quality ingredient for haute cuisine and contemporary gastronomy.

To conclude the series of events, a cooking demonstration was held at Alkaff Mansion. The event brought together 51 professionals from across the restaurant ecosystem, including importers, distributors, retailers, chefs, restaurateurs, media representatives, and key opinion leaders. The program combined product and campaign presentations, live cooking demonstrations, and selected tastings of European beef cuts.

The event generated strong professional engagement, strengthened relationships within the sector, and opened up concrete opportunities for future collaboration in the Singapore market.

To conclude the activities of the second year of the campaign, a study trip to Spain was organized from September 28 to October 2.

Six leading Singaporean companies representing importers, distributors, high-end food retailers, and the media participated in this immersive initiative. The visit provided a comprehensive overview of the European production model, including farms, slaughterhouses, processing facilities, wholesale markets, and high-end restaurants.

The study trip to Europe significantly improved participants’ understanding of the fundamental pillars of European beef, including food safety, traceability, sustainability, and production control. Participants’ feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Many highlighted the high quality and taste of the products, the transparency of the production chain, and the strong alignment between European standards and Singapore market requirements. Several participants identified specific business opportunities and expressed a clear interest in European Beef.

Overall, the “It’s Time For European Beef” campaign in Singapore during 2025 succeeded in raising awareness, strengthening professional confidence, and consolidating the reputation of European beef as a premium, reliable, and value-added product. The European beef segment in Singapore remains strong, supported by sustained demand and a high level of interest from both professionals and consumers.

Market positioning and positive trends

Beyond the direct results of these activities, the Singapore market continues to show strong and sustained demand for European beef. Singapore’s role as a regional gastronomic hub, combined with high purchasing power, advanced cold chain infrastructure, and a mature professional catering sector, creates a very favorable environment for premium European products.

There is a growing appreciation among Singaporean professionals and consumers for attributes such as origin, traceability, transparency in production, and culinary consistency.

European Beef fits these expectations perfectly and is increasingly perceived as a premium ingredient and strategic product for differentiation in haute cuisine, upscale casual dining, and high-end retail.

Looking ahead, European Beef from Spain is well positioned to consolidate and expand its presence in Singapore through continued collaboration with importers, chefs, culinary institutions, and opinion leaders. The positive trends observed in 2025 indicate strong potential for sustained growth, greater market penetration, and long-term commercial partnerships.

“It’s Time For European Beef” 2026: Outlook for upcoming activities in Singapore

Building on the strong results achieved in 2025, the “It’s Time For European Beef” campaign will continue its development in Singapore throughout 2026 through a series of high-impact activities designed to further increase awareness, engagement, and interest in European beef.

Participation in Food and Hotel Asia (FHA) in April 2026 will provide high visibility for European Beef, at the leading trade fair for the food and hotel sector in Southeast Asia. The campaign booth will serve as a central platform for direct interaction with importers, distributors, chefs, and food industry professionals, while showcasing product quality, cuts, and culinary applications.

At the same time, a tasting event will be organized in an exhibition hall dedicated to key players in Singapore’s meat and catering industry. The event, which will showcase European beef and Michelin-starred chefs, will combine live cooking demonstrations, tastings, and professional exchanges. The aim is to deepen knowledge of the product, demonstrate its performance in high-end gastronomy, and stimulate concrete commercial discussions with decision-makers in the sector.

It’s time for European Beef in Singapore!

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Bridging the Digital Divide: 5G Drives Rural Revitalization in Guangxi, China

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CHONGZUO, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – In the karst terrain of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Buhua Village, once a remote and economically underdeveloped community, has been transformed into a popular tourist attraction thanks to a 5G information superhighway co-built by China Mobile and Huawei. This digital leap has established the village as a model of rural revitalization, generating over CNY500,000 in annual collective village income and boosting per capita annual earnings by CNY18,000.

Chongzuo is characterized by impressive karst landforms with peak clusters and peak forests. This breathtaking terrain presents huge challenges for communications network buildout. To overcome these geographic barriers, China Mobile and Huawei have collaborated on technological innovations in a bid to achieve comprehensive network coverage. Today, all administrative villages in Chongzuo have access to 5G networks, while 99% of its natural villages have 4G coverage and 94% have 5G coverage.

Buhua Village is within the jurisdiction of Chongzuo City. The village upgraded its networks from 4G to 5G as early as 2021, offering residents digital services on par with those seen in major cities. The deployment of advanced communications networks has catalyzed the growth of Buhua’s distinctive local industries.

In Xinhe Town, where the village is situated, a digital e-commerce ecosystem has been established, featuring 65 product stores on platforms like JD.com and Douyin, which are collectively owned by the village. Furthermore, a live-streaming incubation base has been established, nurturing 27 local live streamers. These stores secure over CNY300,000 in revenue each year by selling local specialties like Buhua brown sugar. This is a handcrafted product that is recognized as intangible cultural heritage, with a 150% price premium over normal brown sugar. It is sold to tier-1 cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, and is even exported overseas, including to Japan and South Korea.

Digital technology is also driving the upgrade of the local tourism industry. China Mobile has established an intelligent ticketing system at the Heishui River, which is Buhua Village’s most popular scenic spot where activities like rafting, boat tours, and paddleboarding are available for tourists. This system has reduced the average time for tourists to purchase tickets from 20 minutes to just 3 minutes, with online purchases now accounting for 30% of the total. Accommodation can also be booked through the system, which has increased the booking rate of local homestays by 30%.

Digitalization has further expanded to the ecological protection field. A safety monitoring and IT system project for modern irrigation engineering along the Heishui River has been launched, with investment totaling CNY100 million. Supported by the Bianjiang Zhizhou open AI platform, the digital monitoring system is set to cover 13 towns across four counties/districts in Chongzuo. Once up and running, it will enable the integrated, real-time monitoring of water quality and other ecological parameters of the Heishui River, and intelligently issue early warnings to guarantee safe water irrigation across 60,000 hectares of farmland in the river basin.

Digitalization has helped Buhua Village make the jump from poverty to prosperity. In 2025, the village’s annual collective economic income (generated from assets, land, or enterprises owned by the village community rather than individuals) exceeded CNY500,000. The average income of every household reached over CNY80,000, three times the average income from traditional sugarcane farming. The annual per capita income of villagers increased by CNY18,000. As a result, an increasing number of young people have chosen to return to the village and develop their careers.

Zhou Peng, General Manager of China Mobile Guangxi’s Chongzuo Branch, said, “By bridging the digital divide, we are helping remote villages like Buhua develop digital trade alongside traditional agriculture. This is transforming resources that were not fully used in the past due to geographical limitations into strong momentum for economic growth in the digital age.”

Tian Yongsheng, Deputy General Manager of Huawei Guangxi, noted, “Huawei is supporting China Mobile in building a solid digital foundation for Chongzuo with innovative solutions. We look forward to seeing technology overcome geographical limitations and enable more remote villages to achieve leapfrog development in the 5G and AI era.”

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VinFast VF 8 Builds Confidence the Long Way With a 10-Year Warranty

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A 10-year warranty, mobile support, and charging partnerships position the VF 8 as a long-term bet that feels unusually secure for a new entrant.

DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – When an unfamiliar badge shows up in the crowded Gulf car market, buyers tend to default to caution. For new entrants, that hesitation has to be addressed early, and warranty coverage has become one of the most effective tools for doing so.

For example, the upstart VinFast offers the VF 8 with a 10-year or 200,000-km vehicle warranty, paired with a 10-year unlimited-km battery warranty across GCC markets. The scale of that coverage quickly becomes shorthand for durability, removing the question “Will this brand last?” from the customer’s subconscious altogether and replacing it with a more grounded “What happens if something goes wrong over the next decade?” That, at least, is the intention behind the strategy.

Today, many established brands still offer three to five years of basic coverage, with longer terms often limited to specific components or available only through paid extended plans. That gap becomes immediately visible in showroom comparisons, where buyers are weighing not just upfront cost but long-term ownership risk. In markets like the Gulf, where durability and resale value are closely scrutinized, a longer warranty can directly influence perceived value over time.

There is data to support why this approach matters. A 2023 YouGov survey across 18 markets found that 78% of global consumers consider warranty coverage an important factor when buying a car[1]. In the UAE, that figure stands at 77%, reinforcing how central after-sales assurance is to purchase decisions.

From the OEM’s point of view, long warranties are rarely reckless. Modern EV powertrains have fewer moving parts than combustion engines, and catastrophic failures are statistically rare when vehicles are maintained properly. By structuring coverage carefully, manufacturers can advertise large, attention-grabbing numbers while keeping real exposure controlled, with robust quality assurance helping keep issues minimal and manageable.

In the Middle East, VinFast’s after-sales strategy extends beyond the warranty itself, with mobile battery rescue and repair support, alongside 24/7 roadside assistance and five years of free maintenance up to 100,000 km. These are not random additions. They target specific anxieties around EV ownership, particularly in regions where charging infrastructure is still evolving.

Known for its ecosystem thinking, VinFast is also building out its support network in parallel. In the UAE, VinFast recently signed an MoU with PlusX Electric, a DEWA-approved charging provider, to extend support beyond the dealership network. The plan includes portable charging pods, on-demand mobile charging, and emergency roadside charging services. The goal is to reduce downtime and eliminate the awkward scenario of running low on charge far from a plug.

“VinFast is committed to building a long-term and comprehensive EV ecosystem in the UAE—one that gives customers confidence not only in the quality and performance of our electric vehicles, but also in the reliability and accessibility of the supporting infrastructure,” one executive of VinFast Middle East said in a press release.

This layered approach matters because warranties alone don’t solve daily inconveniences. A long-term contract reassures buyers at the point of purchase, but ownership confidence is shaped by what happens on a random Tuesday evening when something goes wrong. Mobile service units, fast parts supply, and integrated charging support close that gap.

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