HONG KONG, Mar 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 30th Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), is taking place from March 17 to 20 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The four-day event gathers global film and entertainment industry leaders to showcase new productions and cutting-edge technologies, while fostering discussions on international market trends and opportunities.The Entertainment Expo Hong Kong, encompassing eight major entertainment events including FILMART and EntertainmentPulse, held its kick-off ceremony this afternoon at the FILMART venue. The ceremony was officiated by Chan Kwok Ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of HKSAR, Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of HKSAR, Professor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, Dr Peter Lam, Chairman, HKTDC Entertainment Industry Advisory Committee, Dr Wilfred Wong, Chairman, Hong Kong International Film Festival Society, Qin Zhengui, Deputy Director General of Film Bureau and Managing Director of Screenplay Planning Center of the Publicity Department of Central Committee of Communist Party of China, Yang Yong, Deputy Director-General, Department of International Cooperation (Office of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs), National Radio and Television Administration, and representatives from the Expo’s event organisers.The Expo is co-organised by the HKTDC and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), the Film Development Fund, and the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. This year's opening ceremony celebrates both the 30th edition of FILMART and the 50th milestone of the Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), reaffirming their role in driving continuous growth for the city's entertainment industry.At the kick-off ceremony of the Hong Kong Entertainment Expo cum 30th FILMART and 50th HKIFF Celebration, Professor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, stated: “The HKTDC celebrates its 60th anniversary this year and FILMART has been around for half of the HKTDC’s existence, making 2026 a special year for us. Over the years, FILMART has grown to become the world-recognised leading entertainment content marketplace of Asia, as well as a must-join event for the global entertainment industry. For the 30th edition, FILMART is more international than ever, presenting productions of over 790 exhibitors across a record high participation of 38 countries and regions, connecting them with 7,700 business visitors from about 50 countries and regions.”Rising international participation with exhibitors driving cross-regional film and entertainment exchangeThis year’s FILMART has attracted a record number of participating countries and regions. Exhibitors from emerging markets such as Belgium, Myanmar, Poland, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan are joining for the first time. Other participating countries and regions include the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, France, Germany, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and Vietnam, bringing broader international representation and further enhancing the event’s global reach. The Mainland contingent has expanded significantly, with a number of new provinces and municipalities participating, including Chongqing, Fujian, Guizhou, Shandong and Sichuan. Various leading mainland film and entertainment companies, including Tencent Video, Bilibili, iQIYI and Youku, are exhibiting at FILMART, leveraging the platform to expand their presence in overseas markets.Major Hong Kong film and entertainment companies are also participating this year. Sil-Metropole Organisation and Mei Ah Entertainment will showcase their latest productions created using virtual reality and AI, highlighting the distinctive appeal of Hong Kong’s culture. Other local exhibitors include Media Asia, Edko Films, Golden Scene, Entertaining Power, Muse Communication, RTHK, Television Broadcasts Limited, MakerVille, i-Cable Communications, and more, will unveil upcoming projects and productions, offering new partnership and investment opportunities for industry players worldwide.A total of 40 events will take place during FILMART. Highlights include the “Forum on International Communication Cooperation and Innovation for a New Vision”, organised by the International Cooperation Department of National Radio and Television Administration of China, and the “International Short Drama Association 2026 Asian Forum”. Major mainland production companies, such as Youhug Media and Linmon Picture Media, will also hold content showcases and launch events during the market. On the business front, multiple cooperation agreements will be signed at FILMART; the Sichuan Pavilion will host a project signing ceremony covering areas such as copyright trading and strategic collaboration. International participants are also actively engaging with the global industry. Thailand’s Ministry of Culture will present the country’s latest film and television projects, while activities organised by ICEX Spain Trade & Investment will explore creative collaboration and co-production opportunities between the Asian and European markets.Producers Connect draws broad international participation to foster cross-border co-productionProducers Connect, jointly organised by the HKSAR’s Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the Hong Kong Film Development Council and the HKTDC, returns this year. Partnering with 10 international film institutions, including those from Chinese Mainland, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Slovenia, Spain, the United Kingdom and Vietnam, the programme brings together more than 100 producers from Hong Kong and across the globe. Through a series of small group business matching sessions, Producers Connect designed to foster cross-cultural exchange and unlock new collaboration opportunities.To further discuss emerging co-production trends, a dedicated forum themed “International Coproductions in an Evolving Film Industry Landscape” will be held tomorrow afternoon. The session will feature a distinguished line-up of speakers sharing forward-looking perspectives, including Peter Chan, renowned Hong Kong director, Janet Yang, Golden Globe-winning producer, and Singaporean Cannes-winning director Anthony Chen, alongside other industry professionals with extensive international co-production experience. Together they will share the latest developments in co-production from multiple perspectives and explore how Hong Kong and Asia’s film industries can broaden their global development horizon.In addition, the fireside chats series will focus on business opportunities across key markets, including Asia, ASEAN and Europe, as well as the market strategies and commercial value associated with intellectual property expansion and the remaking of classic IP. A series of workshops will also be organised to enable industry professionals to better grasp emerging technologies and evolving market models while enhancing flexibility and possibilities for cross-regional collaboration.AI Hub returns with upgraded scale to support mainland enterprises going globalThe AI Hub, first introduced at last year’s FILMART to wide acclaim, returns this year with an expanded presence. Organised by the HKTDC and co-organised by the Hong Kong Association of Motion Picture Post Production Professionals, the AI Hub brings together leading mainland AI and technology companies, including Alibaba Cloud, Kling AI, MiniMax, Vidu, Nanjing Xuanjia Network Technology Co., Ltd., Daogu Culture Limited, and more. These exhibitors will present their latest applications and technological breakthroughs in areas such as AI generated content (AIGC), AI-generated short dramas and AI animation. Beyond showcasing cutting-edge technologies, the upgraded AI Hub also focuses on fostering commercial collaboration, supporting mainland technology enterprises as they go global and expand into new markets. Academic institutions, including The University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts and Lingnan University, are also actively participating, contributing to the advancement of innovation in local film and entertainment production.To further strengthen industry capabilities in AI adoption, this year’s edition also introduces the AI Academy, newly established with support from the CCIDA and the Film Development Fund. Through 18 thematic workshops, industry experts will explain practical applications and emerging trends of AI technologies across the filmmaking process, helping practitioners navigate transformation and upgrading across multiple stages—from creative development and filming to post-production and content promotion.A dedicated panel session will be held tomorrow under the theme “Human-in-the-Loop: Balancing Cinematic Craft and Generative AI”. The panel will feature leading voices from the AI technology sector, including Yuhang Cheng, COO of the Midjourney China Club; Yunan Zhang, Vice President of MiniMax; and Fu Binxing, CEO of China Huace Film & TV Co., Ltd. Together they will explore the Human-in-the-Loop model of content creation, examining how filmmakers can effectively harness AI to enhance content quality while retaining creative leadership.EntertainmentPulse explores film financing and global opportunities for short dramasHeld alongside FILMART, the fifth edition of EntertainmentPulse examines some of the most pressing issues in today’s film and entertainment market, including the global expansion of short dramas, opportunities and future directions for international co-productions, emerging models of collaboration between AI and film production, and the creation and expansion of global animation IP. Through these discussions, the forum provides the industry with in-depth and forward-looking market insights.This year’s EntertainmentPulse also includes a dedicated session on film financing and investment. Industry leaders such as Justin Deimen, Managing Partner of Goldfinch International; Bennett Pozil, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Banking at East West Bank; and Catherine Ying, President of CMC Pictures and Pearl Studio, will share insights on financing trends and strategies in the Asian film industry, examining how film projects and co-productions can enter new markets while unlocking the commercial value derived from film and television IP. As the micro-short dramas boom continues to gain global momentum, the forum also features a dedicated seminar on this fast-growing format. Speakers include Wang Xiangbin, Founder and CEO of DataEye, a Mainland Chinese big-data company specialising in content marketing analytics, and Xiaoqian Chen, Vice President of Mansen (Shenzhen) Culture Media Co., Ltd, a major short dramas platform. They will examine the latest trends in the international expansion of Chinese mainland’s short dramas and explore emerging opportunities in overseas markets. Another highlight is a panel discussion featuring the production teams behind the Hong Kong Film Awards-nominated film Ciao UFO — including Amy Chin, Patrick Leung and Kong Ho Yan — alongside the team behind Unidentified Murder, represented by Kwok Ka Hei, Fung Wai Sze and Lee Chun Kit. Moderated by veteran Hong Kong film critic Thomas Shin, the discussion will explore how Hong Kong filmmakers preserve local cultural characteristics while responding flexibly to evolving market dynamics, opening up new possibilities for the development of the city’s film industry.HKIFF Industry Project Market provides platform for industry exchangeThe 24th Hong Kong – Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), the core section of the HKIFF Industry Project Market, runs for three consecutive days from today (17–19 March 2026) within the FILMART venue. This year’s selection features 42 film projects from 22 countries and regions, representing a wide range of development stages. Among them, 13 are animation or genre projects spanning themes such as family-driven narratives, comedy, thriller, fantasy, action and science fiction, showcasing the diversity and creative vitality of Asian storytelling. All shortlisted projects will be presented alongside FILMART during the HKIFF Industry Project Market, providing opportunities for project teams to exchange ideas with industry professionals, present their latest development progress and creative direction, and foster collaboration across Asia and the wider international film community.FILMART and EntertainmentPulseDate: 17 – 20 March 2026Website:FILMART— http://www.hktdc.com/hkfilmartEntertainementPulse — https://hkfilmart.hktdc.com/conference/hkfilmart/en/programmeEntertainment ExpoDate: 15 March – 19 April 2026Spectacular events: Three founding projects - Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART), Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), Hong Kong Film Awards (HKFA); and five core events: Asian Film Awards (AFA), Digital Entertainment Summit (DES), EntertainmentPulse (EP), Hong Kong - Asia Fim Financing Forum (HAF), Microfilm Production Support Scheme (Music)Photo Download: https://bit.ly/4sPaX8qThe 30th Hong Kong International Film and TV Market exhibition (FILMART) opens today, attracting over 790 exhibitors from 38 countries and regionsThe Entertainment Expo kick-off ceremony (17 Mar) officiating guests include: Chan Kwok Ki, Chief Secretary for Administration, HKSAR (front row; center), Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of HKSAR (front row; fifth from left), Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman, HKTDC (front row; sixth from right), Dr Peter Lam, Chairman, HKTDC Entertainment Industry Advisory Committee (front row; sixth from left), Dr Wilfred Wong, Chairman, Hong Kong International Film Festival Society (front row; fifth from right), Qin Zhengui, Deputy Director General of Film Bureau and Managing Director of Screenplay Planning Center of the Publicity Department of Central Committee of Communist Party of China (front row; fourth from left), Yang Yong, Deputy Director-General, Department of International Cooperation (Office of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs), National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) (front row; fourth from right), and representatives from the Expo’s event organisersChan Kwok Ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR, delivers an opening speech at the Entertainment Expo kick-off ceremony cum 30th FILMART and 50th HKIFF CelebrationProf Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivers welcome remarks during the Entertainment Expo kick-off ceremony cum 30th FILMART and 50th HKIFF Celebration The AI Hub, first introduced at FILMART last year to strong acclaim, returns this year on a larger scale. It brings together several leading AI and technology companies from Chinese Mainland, supporting their go global expansion and helping them explore new business opportunities overseas FILMART also brings back the Producers Connect, providing a networking platform for local and international producers to connect and fostering more cross-regional co-production opportunitiesMedia Enquiries:For enquiries, please contact:Raconteur PR AgencyBetsy TseTel: (852) 9742 7338Email: betsytse@raconteur.hkMolisa LauTel: (852) 6187 7786Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Serena Cheung Tel: (852) 2584 4272 Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.org HKTDC Mediaroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tcAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年3月17日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 近日，鍋圈食品（上海）股份有限公司（股份代號：2517.HK，下稱「鍋圈」）發佈截至2025年12月31日止年度業績公告，以一份堪稱驚豔的年度成績單，向市場展示了其在社區餐飲零售賽道的增長韌性。公告顯示，鍋圈不僅在收入端實現穩健增長，更在利潤端釋放出強勁的爆發力。在消費市場結構性變革的浪潮中，鍋圈緊扣「社區央廚」核心戰略，憑藉對下沉市場的精准深耕、門店網路的智慧化升級以及「單品單廠」供應鏈策略的深化，成功將規模優勢轉化為盈利優勢，為股東交出了一份高品質增長的答卷。核心財務指標領跑 盈利質量顯著提升2025年度，鍋圈規模與效益協同增長，財務表現超出市場預期。公告數據顯示，截至2025年12月31日止年度，公司實現總收入人民幣78.10億元，同比增長20.7%；實現淨利潤人民幣4.54億元，同比激增88.2%，實現近乎翻倍的跨越式增長。剔除非經常性項目影響的核心經營利潤（非國際財務報告準則計量）達人民幣4.61億元，同比增長48.2%，增速顯著高於收入增速，盈利效率持續優化；核心經營利潤率提升至5.9%，較2024年進一步改善。盈利能力方面，公司整體毛利率維持21.6%的穩健水平，經營開支管控成效顯著，銷售及分銷開支、行政開支增速均低於收入增速，規模效應持續釋放。此外，董事會建議派發2025年末期股息每股人民幣0.0381元（含稅），全年公司通過派息與股份回購，實現股東回報總額約5.7億元。門店網絡量質齊升 下沉市場與智慧化雙驅動鍋圈2025年持續夯實萬店根基，門店規模與運營質量實現雙重突破。截至2025年12月31日，公司門店總數增至11,566家，全年淨新增1,416家，覆蓋全國31個省、自治區及直轄市，加盟模式主導的網絡結構保持穩定，運營體系成熟高效。作為核心增長引擎的下沉市場，公司精准把握縣鄉消費需求，2025年淨新增鄉鎮門店1,004家，年末鄉鎮門店總數達3,010家，佔總門店數26.0%。鄉鎮門店通過產品結構、門店陳列的差異化設計，完美匹配下沉市場消費特點，成為業績增長的重要支撐。與此同時，公司加速門店智慧化升級，2025年完成超3,000家零售門店的智慧化、無人化改造，推出24小時無人零售門店，延伸經營時段、覆蓋多元消費場景，門店運營效率與消費服務能力全面提升。全渠道運營提效 會員生態價值凸顯鍋圈構建線上線下深度融合的即時零售網絡，打造「鍋圈閃購」便捷消費體系，全渠道轉化能力持續增強。線上社交電商渠道表現亮眼，公司通過多層級抖音賬號矩陣實現全年超94.1億次平台曝光，門店抖音渠道GMV達人民幣14.9億元，同比增長75.3%。會員體系建設邁入新台階，截至2025年末，公司註冊會員數量達6,490萬名，同比增長57.1%；圍繞會員生態推出的預付卡計劃成效顯著，全年預付卡預存金額達人民幣12.0億元，同比上升22.3%。龐大的高粘性會員群體，為門店穩定客流、精準營銷提供堅實基礎。產品與供應鏈雙輪驅動 築牢核心競爭壁壘堅守「好吃方便還不貴」的產品理念，鍋圈2025年持續豐富產品矩陣，全年推出282個火鍋及燒烤類新SKU，迭代升級燒烤露營集裝箱套餐、小龍蝦暢享套餐、六大國民火鍋套餐等場景化產品，並新增NFC果汁、精釀啤酒等酒水飲品，滿足消費者一日四餐多元需求。產業端佈局持續深化，「單品單廠」策略成效凸顯。報告期內，公司擁有7大食材生產工廠，覆蓋調味料、丸滑水產、牛肉等核心品類，形成完備的產能矩陣；海南儋州食品生產基地正式動工，進一步優化供應鏈輻射半徑。產供銷一體化閉環建設，大幅提升公司上游採購議價能力與成本管控水平，構建堅不可摧的供應鏈壁壘。創新業態落地 2026「四店齊發」擘畫新藍圖2025年，鍋圈積極探索消費新場景，鍋圈小炒、鍋圈露營等創新業態相繼落地，推動業務從食材零售向現制餐飲、戶外社交領域延伸，打開全新增長曲線。展望2026年，公司將聚焦鄉鎮大店、社區大店、鍋圈小炒、鍋圈露營四類店型協同發展，持續深耕下沉市場、升級社區門店、拓展創新場景。公司明確2026年經營目標：門店總數突破14,500家，淨新增超2,934家，關店率控制在4%以下；註冊會員數量超9,500萬名；核心經營利潤增速將明顯高於收入增速。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - March 17, 2026) - Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) ("Founders" or the "Company") announces that it has been included in the MVIS Global Junior Gold Miners Index ("MVGDXJ"), the underlying benchmark for the VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF ("GDXJ"). Separately, the Company reports the commencement of diamond drilling at Antino North on its Antino Gold Project ("Antino" or "Project") in southeastern Suriname, with a second rig now being mobilized to the area (Figure 1).HighlightsGDXJ Index Inclusion: Founders Metals added to the MVIS Global Junior Gold Miners Index in the Q1 2026 quarterly review, triggering passive buying from index-tracking ETFsMaiden Drilling at Antino North: First diamond drill rig now turning where field work has delineated ten parallel gold-bearing structures across a 4 km areaSecond Rig Mobilizing: A second diamond drill rig is being mobilized to test the multi-km historical auger gold anomaly in the east of Antino NorthSurface Results: Previously reported channel sampling at Antino North returned 20.0 m of 2.07 g/t Au including 7.0 m of 5.05 g/t AuAuger Sampling Progress: Founders has collected over 4000 auger samples to date in 2026Colin Padget, President & CEO, commented, "Our inclusion in the GDXJ index is a meaningful milestone for Founders and reflects the market's growing recognition of what we are building in the Guiana Shield and brings new passive and institutional capital into the stock.""On the ground, we are equally excited to be now drilling at Antino North. The shear zones we've mapped in the northwest offer numerous compelling first drill targets where this year's surface work has returned high-grade grab and channel results in geology similar to Upper Antino. With the scale of the new Antino North targets, we are also mobilizing a second rig that will initially test the large historical auger anomaly in the east. We see Antino North as having the potential to become a second centre of gravity within our expanding gold camp."About Founders Metals Inc.Founders Metals Inc. is a Canadian gold exploration company building a district-scale gold camp in southeastern Suriname. The Company controls a 102,360-hectare contiguous land package in the Guiana Shield - the largest uninterrupted package of highly prospective greenstone belt geology in the region. Founders is backed by strategic partnerships with Gold Fields and B2Gold and is executing one of the most active exploration programs in the global junior gold sector. The Company is committed to responsible exploration, strong community engagement, and disciplined capital allocation as it advances Suriname's next major gold camp.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,Per: "Colin Padget"Colin PadgetPresident, Chief Executive Officer, and DirectorContact InformationKatie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate DevelopmentTel: +1 306 537 8903 | katiem@fdrmetals.comCautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationThis press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding long term value creation and the Company's prospects. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", "believes", or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" occur or be achieved.Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: general business and economic uncertainties; exploration results; mining industry risks; and other factors described in the Company's most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.Quality Assurance and ControlSamples were analyzed at FILAB Suriname, a Bureau Veritas Certified Laboratory in Paramaribo, Suriname (a commercial certified laboratory under ISO 9001:2015). Samples are crushed to 75% passing 2.35 mm screen, riffle split (700 g) and pulverized to 85% passing 88 µm. Samples were analyzed using a 50 g fire assay (50 g aliquot) with an Atomic Absorption (AA) finish. For samples that return assay values over 5.0 grams per tonne (g/t), another cut was taken from the original pulp and fire assayed with a gravimetric finish. Founders Metals inserts blanks and certified reference standards in the sample sequence for quality control. External QA-QC checks are performed at ALS Global Laboratories (Geochemistry Division) in Lima, Peru (an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited facility). A secure chain of custody is maintained in transporting and storing of all samples. Drill intervals with visible gold are assayed using metallic screening. Rock chip samples from outcrop/bedrock are selective by nature and may not be representative of the mineralization hosted on the project.Qualified PersonsThe technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo., an independent qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.Figure 1: Antino plan map showing progress of 2026 auger geochemical survey To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/7574/288812_b62e33bd746b88f9_001full.jpgTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/288812 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The real estate sector that is largely relationship-driven, asset-heavy in nature has traditionally been among the last industries to embrace advanced technological transformation. However, as data becomes central to decision-making, digital transformation is rapidly redefining how real estate organisations operate. The Executive Centre (TEC) announces a pioneering leap forward, unveiling a comprehensive digital transformation strategy powered by Artificial Intelligence and advanced data analytics, poised to dramatically reshape how commercial real estate operates and delivers value.The Executive Centre is advancing a structured digital transformation strategy anchored on three pillars: enterprise AI integration, advanced data intelligence, and scalable automation architecture purpose-built for the real estate sector.At the forefront of this evolution is ECHO, TEC’s first internal AI agent, embedded within Microsoft Teams to support its global workforce. ECHO connects employees to a secure generative AI layer, enabling immediate access to institutional knowledge, operational playbooks, and market insights. By reducing information retrieval time and standardising best practices across markets, ECHO enhances productivity, shortens decision cycles, and improves execution consistency across Centres.Beyond ECHO, TEC has deployed a network of AI agents across customer service, marketing, digital engagement, and operational workflows. Built on a modular, API-driven automation framework, this ecosystem enables seamless orchestration across internal systems, CRM platforms, and performance data environments. AI agents support real-time enquiry routing, lead qualification, campaign optimisation, multilingual content localisation, reporting automation, and data enrichment, ensuring faster turnaround times and greater precision in execution.In parallel, TEC is strengthening its advanced data mining, scraping, and analytics capabilities to create a scalable digital backbone for real estate operations. By consolidating market signals, behavioural insights, and search intelligence, TEC can deliver hyper-personalised client solutions, forecast demand across cities, optimise space utilisation, and refine expansion strategies. Data is translated into actionable intelligence that directly enhances commercial performance and client experience.Paul Salnikoff, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at TEC, commented, “The future of real estate will be defined by how effectively we mine, analyse and interpret data. For an industry that has traditionally relied on relationships and experience, technology is now becoming a critical differentiator. AI is not about replacing human judgement, but about strengthening it with speed, accuracy and intelligence. Gen-AI will reshape how real estate decisions are made, from operations to long-term strategy. We are proud to be pioneering this integration, crafting a future-forward platform that will not only redefine our operations but also elevate our client experiences and provide us with a strategic edge in a rapidly evolving market. ”Together, these initiatives position The Executive Centre at the forefront of technology-enabled real estate, where AI augments human expertise, drives measurable productivity gains, and serves as a strategic force multiplier across global markets. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SINGAPORE, Mar 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wintermar’s Operating Profit for FY2025 jumped by 31% YOY to US$23.3 million, reflecting margin expansion through a better fleet mix. Core Profit increased by 19.2% YOY to US$18.Owned Vessel DivisionOwned vessel revenue rose by 13.8% YOY to US$70.7 million as gross margins for Owned Vessels widened to 41.7% for FY2025 compared to 36.1% in FY2024 despite softer charter rates and lower offshore activity in 2025. Utillization in 2025 was lower than 2024 arising from geopolitical concerns and the early stage of most drilling projects which are shorter term in nature. However, this was compensated by higher revenue from having more Dynamic Positioning (DP) equipped vessels. The Company operated a larger number of units of higher value vessels in FY2025. Chartering Division and Other ServicesGross Profit from the Chartering Division continued to decline with a drop in contribution to US$0.5 million in FY2025 compared to US$1.4 million in FY2024. Some of the declines resulted from a strategic decision to move the Company towards a management fee based ship management business model for better scalability, where the Company now receives fees for various services which are recorded in the Other Services Division. Contribution from Other Services Division has increased by 9.3% YOY by US$0.2 million to US$2.8 million in FY2025.Direct Expenses and Gross Profit With a larger number of DP vessels in operation and more overseas contracts, total crewing costs rose by 10.5%YOY to US$11.4 million for FY2025. Depreciation rose accordingly by 10.4% YOY to US$14.8 million for FY2025 from the full year impact of the additions to the fleet in 2024. One PSV completed reactivation and became operational in 4Q2025. Operation expenses were slightly higher (+2.2% YOY) at US$5.2 million while maintenance costs fell by 2.9% YOY to US$7.3 million. Fuel bunker was significantly lower (-26%YOY) as idle vessels were berthed in Batam on shore power.By December 2025, there were 7 units of PSVs in operation, as compared to 5 units of operational PSVs at end 2024. The Company purchased an additional PSV in late 2025 and she is being delivered to Indonesia and expected to be operational by 2H2026.Total Gross Profit rose by 24.1% YOY to US$32.7 million.Indirect Expenses and Operating ProfitTotal Indirect Expenses rose by 10%YOY to US$9.4 million for FY2025. The largest increase in indirect expenses came from salary cost, in line with a building out of key technical and operations positions to prepare for scaling up the fleet. Salary expenses rose by 11.9% YOY to US$6.5 million for FY2025, as employee strength increased to 252 from 244. Marketing expenses rose by 17.2% YOY due to fees and commissions as well as bid bond expenses to participate in tenders. Investments in new subsidiaries added 12.6%YOY to office utility costs which amounted to US$0.6 million.As a result, Operating Profit for FY2025 jumped by 31% to US$23.3 million compared to US$17.8 million in FY2024.Other Income, Expenses and Core Net ProfitCash flow from operations have increased due to better revenues and receivables collections, and the Company has also taken on more debt to refinance vessels. As a result, interest expenses rose by 83.5% YOY to US$2.1 million, while interest income doubled to US$1.0 million. The Company is still in a strong financial position with net cash. Associated companies contributed US$4.1 million (+71.5% YOY) from better business conditions.The sale of 2 older mid-tier vessels recorded a gain of US$3.5 million in total. This is much lower than the gain on sale of vessels in the previous year of US$16.1 million as there was a windfall profit in FY2024 from the sale of an older PSV. Total other income was US$7.4 million for FY2025 compared to US$19 million in FY2024.EBITDA for FY2025 increased by 21.8% YOY to US$38.4 milllion, reflecting a significant improvement in operations and cash generation ability of the Company.Stripping out gains on vessel sale, the underlying Core Net Profit attributable to shareholders was US$18.0 million, a jump of 19.2% as compared to US$15.1 million in FY2024.The performance of the Company has contributed to EPS of Rp75.80 for FY2025 against Rp78.35 in FY2024.Industry OutlookThe heightened geopolitical risks in 2025 saw governments around the world prioritizing energy security over long term climate goals. The speed of adoption of Aritficial Inteligence (AI) in every field also accelerated the expansion of data centers, contributing significantly to the increasing demand for power. By late 2025, the International Energy Agency (IEA) revised up electricity demand growth to 3.7% in 2026, well in excess of average growth of 2.6% p.a. between 2015 to 2023.As a result of these changes, there has been an upward revision in total investment into oil and gas exploration in 2025 compared to 2024, in particular in deepwater drilling. This confirms our positive outlook for strong demand in OSV for the coming few years, particularly in DP equipped OSVs.In early 2026, the attacks on Iran and ensuing retaliation has disrupted oil and gas supplies coming from the Middle East, causing oil prices to spike. Should the Iran war escalate for a longer period, it is likely to trigger even more investment into exploration of new oil and gas reserves as energy nationalism becomes the new normal.Business ProspectsThe Company’s investment in additional fleet has improved the fleet composition and raised revenues and margins in the past year. Indonesia alone has 4 deepwater drilling projects which have been identified as strategic projects by the government and slated to start production between 2027 to 2030. There will be longer term contracts awarded for these projects in the coming year as projects start to ramp up towards the second half of 2026.With stronger cash flow expected in 2026, management is looking to expand the dynamic positioning fleet, and cash will be deployed to fleet expansion, whether through direct purchases of vessels or corporate acquisitions. In 2025, total capex was US$41.7 million, while in FY2026, the Company is budgeting more than double that amount in anticipation of increased OSV demand. This will be funded by internal cash flow and bank loans. Total contracts on hand at the end December 2025 amount to US$59.1 million.About Wintermar Offshore Marine GroupWintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.For further information, please contact:Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFAInvestor RelationsPT Wintermar Offshore Marine TbkTel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401Email: investor_relations@wintermar.comDISCLAIMERCertain statements made in this publication involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Certain statements relating to business and operations of PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk and Subsidiaries (the Company) are based on management’s expectations, estimates and projections. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Certain statements are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such statements. The Company makes no commitment, and disclaims any duty, to update or revise any of these statements. This publication is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a solicitation or offering of securities in any jurisdiction. The information contained in this publication is not intended to qualify, supplement or amend information disclosed under corporate and securities legislation of any jurisdiction applicable to the Company and should not be relied upon for the purpose of making investment decisions concerning any securities of the Company. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年3月17日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 華營建築集團控股有限公司（「華營控股」）作為白田邨重建項目的承建商，率先應用由香港智能建造研發中心（HKCRC）與香港房屋委員會聯合研發的「AI天秤系統」（AI Tower Crane System）。該系統於2025建造業議會創新獎中榮獲建造安全類別獎項，集團作為受頒機構之一，對此深感榮幸。建造安全類別獎項著重表彰透過嶄新物料、設備、技術及實際應用，切實改善建築工地安全與健康的卓越實踐，持續提升香港建造業競爭力。是次獎項經由本地及海外專家組成的評審委員會嚴格評選，「AI天秤系統」項目能夠脫穎而出，是對華營控股在工地安全科技領域實踐成果的重要肯定，亦鼓舞集團繼續秉持「以人為本」精神，積極引入創新科技，穩步優化前線施工安全。「AI天秤系統」融合人工智能、雷射及衛星定位技術，配備AI安全監測功能，可自動識別吊鉤周圍3米範圍內的人員並即時預警，識別準確度達98%，顯著降低工地事故發生率。系統同時支援點對點自動路徑規劃，能在10秒內穩定吊鉤擺動，精準度屬於高級別；實測數據顯示，AI天秤每日吊運次數達130次，較傳統天秤提升約30%。房屋署創新科技總監姚勳雄指出，傳統天秤依靠操作員目視判斷，距離較遠或視線受阻便可能出現風險，AI天秤系統可免除有關風險，且不受惡劣天氣影響，操作更精準，且應用潛力龐大。華營控股作為率先於白田邨重建項目應用該系統的承建商，樂見香港特區政府積極推動AI天秤廣泛應用，肯定其提升工地安全的價值，並支持系統擴展至更多公營房屋項目，進一步保障前線從業員。國家規劃引領方向 特區政策注入動力近期通過的國家「十五五」規劃綱要, 明確支持香港建設國際創新科技中心，加快北部都會區建設，深化粵港澳大灣區合作，並強調以科技創新引領新質生產力發展，為香港建造業的科技轉型指明方向。香港特區政府亦於上月發表的2026/27年度財政預算案中，宣布向建造業創新及科技基金注資，建造業議會亦會額外注資，款項將用於支持建築機械人、人工智能、數碼化技術等應用。上述政策方向與「AI天秤系統」的研發理念高度契合，亦為系統的進一步推廣提供了堅實的政策基礎和支持。隨着「十五五」規劃綱要為行業科技轉型指明路徑、預算案為創科應用注入實質資源，華營控股深信「AI天秤系統」能在更多項目中發揮作用，集團亦希望以切身經驗，為北部都會區及公營房屋建設出一分力，配合政府推動建造業數碼化及智慧化的方向。華營控股發言人表示，將以此次獲獎為鼓勵，繼續深化產研協同，對接國家戰略及特區創科政策，為提升香港建造業的安全水平和生產力盡心出力，助力香港更好融入國家發展大局。華營控股代表出席2025建造業議會創新獎頒獎禮，領取「AI天秤系統」相關的建造安全類別獎項。前線員工透過「AI天秤系統」實時監測操作狀況。關於華營建築集團控股有限公司華營建築集團控股有限公司在香港從事建築業逾55年，屬本地領先的建築承建商之一。集團在香港主要承接公私營機構的樓宇建築工程及RMAA工程項目。作為總承建商，集團負責（i）項目的整體管理；（ii）制定工作計劃；（iii）聘用分包商並監督其工程；（iv）採購建築材料；（v）與客戶及其顧問團隊溝通和協調；及（vi）保障符合安全、環境及其他合約要求。集團對外承接多項具代表性之工程項目，當中包括白田邨第十三期公營房屋重建項目、啟德1E區1號公營房屋發展項目、運用組裝合成建築法（MiC）的洪水橋及荃灣聯仁街過渡性房屋項目、觀塘市中心第二及第三區住宅綜合發展項目、灣仔軒尼詩道1號（One Hennessy）、麗晶酒店翻新工程、多座數據中心、各大專院校，包括香港中文大學、香港科技大學和香港理工大學在內的教學及科研樓、宿舍等，所承建之項目屢獲殊榮。媒體聯繫黃先生電話：+852 3750 5785郵箱：media@czcgl.com.hk Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On March 16 at GTC 2026, NVIDIA announced deep integration between its Omniverse NuRec and 51WORLD’s SimOne.Leveraging neural rendering technology, this collaboration solves the problem that real-world scenario data collected is non-interactive. This breakthrough accelerates the development of reasoning-based AV systems like VLA and World Models, empowering global L4 automotive partners. With a dominant 53.5% market share in China’s L3+ simulation sector, 51WORLD is set to further solidify its core position in the global Physical AI arena. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年3月17日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 英偉達於3月16日GTC宣布，旗下Omniverse NuRec與五一視界SimOne已實現深度融合，基於神經渲染技術，解決智駕行業真實采集場景數據不可交互的痛點，加速以VLA、世界模型為代表的推理型自動駕駛開發，賦能全球L4級汽車合作夥伴。據悉，五一視界在中國高階仿真領域市占率已達53.5%，此次合作將進一步鞏固其在全球Physical AI賽道的核心地位。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

San Jose, Costa Rica, Mar 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Zylo Ecosystem, a multi-product digital platform that combines trading, gaming products, and online services, has announced the launch of its native token ZYLO.The token will act as the crypto-economic layer of the Zylo ecosystem, connecting various platform products into a unified digital economy. At the same time, the project's primary focus remains the development of services for a broad audience, including users who are not part of the crypto community.Everyday Internet Users Remain at the Center of the EcosystemMany projects in the crypto industry are built around blockchain technologies from the start and primarily target the Web3 audience.This approach often limits growth, as such products tend to be understood mainly by users who are already familiar with cryptocurrencies.Zylo Ecosystem follows a different model.The ecosystem is designed so that its products are convenient and accessible for everyday internet users who use digital services, play mobile games, and interact with online platforms.Within this model, the ZYLO token becomes an additional crypto-economic tool that expands the ecosystem's capabilities without complicating the user experience.What the Zylo Ecosystem IncludesThe Zylo Ecosystem combines several directions that together form a unified digital and crypto economy.Trading InfrastructureOne of the key elements of the ecosystem is intrade.bar, a trading platform with many years of operational history and an established user community.Over time, the platform has built a strong presence in its niche within the CIS market and developed a stable user base.For most users, the platform remains a fully functional online service. The integration of the ZYLO token introduces additional opportunities within the trading infrastructure and expands the platform's economic model.Gaming Products and the GameFi DirectionGaming is also an important part of the Zylo ecosystem.Within the ecosystem, the CosmoFox project is being developed — a gaming universe that includes elements of collectibles and an in-game economy.At the same time, Fox Survivor is being developed as a mobile and web game in the roguelike survival / bullet-hell genre, where players fight waves of enemies, unlock characters, upgrade weapons, and progress through a meta-progression system.The games are designed as accessible products for a wide audience, while the ZYLO token introduces additional mechanics such as in-game rewards, rare items, premium features, and competitive modes between players.In certain gameplay scenarios, users will be able to participate in PvP battles, placing bets in ZYLO tokens. The winner receives the tokens staked in the match, creating an additional in-game economy and increasing player engagement.These mechanics generate additional token circulation within the gaming economy and create organic demand for the token from players.This approach forms a GameFi economy within the ecosystem, integrated into a broader digital platform.Digital ServicesIn addition to trading and gaming products, Zylo is also developing digital services, including VPN solutions and other online tools.These services add practical utility to the ecosystem and allow the ZYLO token to be used in real user scenarios.How the ZYLO Token WorksWithin the Zylo ecosystem, the token acts as a crypto-economic layer integrated into the platform's existing products.The token can be used for:purchases within the ecosystemgaming mechanics and rewardspremium featuresspecial conditions in trading servicespayments for digital servicesThe Zylo economy also includes deflationary mechanisms, where a portion of tokens is removed from circulation through various burn mechanisms.As the number of users and services within the ecosystem grows, demand for the token may increase alongside the expansion of its use cases.Cross-Product Ecosystem ModelOne of the key features of Zylo is its cross-product development model, where different products within the ecosystem strengthen each other.User activity in one service can create value in another. For example, gaming activity may unlock additional opportunities within the ecosystem, while participation in trading services may provide advantages in other products.This structure enables a more sustainable development model compared to projects built around a single product direction.Preparation for the First Exchange ListingZylo Ecosystem is currently in the final stage of preparation for the first exchange listing of the ZYLO token.The listing will represent an important step in integrating the ecosystem into the broader crypto market and expanding access to the token for the crypto community.At the same time, the project's strategy remains focused primarily on product development and user growth rather than on exchange activity alone.Founder's Comment"We are building products for a broad audience of internet users, not just for the crypto community," says Alex, founder of Zylo Ecosystem."The ZYLO token adds a crypto-economic layer to existing products and allows us to expand the ecosystem's capabilities without complicating the user experience."What's NextFollowing the token launch and the first exchange listing, the Zylo team continues developing the ecosystem, including:deeper integration of the token into trading infrastructureexpansion of the CosmoFox gaming economydevelopment of Fox Survivor gameplaylaunching new digital services and expanding them within the ecosystemAt the same time, Zylo is building an ecosystem accelerator, through which new startups will be able to connect to the project's infrastructure and integrate the ZYLO token into their products.About Zylo EcosystemZylo Ecosystem is a multi-product digital platform that combines trading services, gaming products, and online tools.The ecosystem is designed as a convenient digital environment for everyday users, while the ZYLO token forms a crypto-economic layer that connects different services and expands the platform's capabilities.This approach allows Zylo to combine the convenience of traditional online services with the possibilities of a Web3 economy.Social LinksX: https://x.com/Zylo_EcosystemTelegram Communication: https://x.com/cosmofoxgameTelegram Community: https://t.me/ZyloEcosystemCoinMarketCap: https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/zylo-ecosystem/Medium: https://medium.com/zyloecosystemMedia contactBrand: ZyloContact: Media teamWebsite: http://zylo.io/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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