Friedberg, Germany, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Today, Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH announces the successful acquisition of Kynos Therapeutics Ltd., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on the development of novel treatments for patients suffering from acute and chronic inflammatory diseases. The company was founded as a spin-out of the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, together with lead investor Epidarex Capital, a leading early-stage transatlantic venture fund, along with IP Group, and Scottish Enterprise. Effective immediately, Kynos Therapeutics will be integrated into the Falk Group.Dr. Falk PharmaKynos Therapeutics' lead investigational asset is KNS366, a highly potent and selective first-in-class inhibitor of the enzyme kynurenine 3-monooxygenase (KMO). In a Phase I clinical trial, KNS366 was shown to be safe and well-tolerated at multiple doses. The compound also led to a dose-dependent inhibition of the enzyme KMO and modulation of its downstream metabolites.Dr. Falk Pharma is excited about the addition of KNS366 to its R&D pipeline and will further explore the potential of KNS366 in future clinical trials, initially focusing on acute pancreatitis. This new asset will enhance Dr. Falk Pharma´s expansion into rare digestive and metabolic diseases and conditions.About KNS366Kynos Therapeutics' lead investigational asset KNS366 selectively inhibits the enzyme kynurenine 3-monooxygenase (KMO). KMO is a key enzyme in the tryptophan metabolic pathway and has also been shown to play an important role in modulating immune processes. By inhibiting KMO activity, KNS366 interferes with inflammation and other immune system pathologies by lowering levels of its downstream metabolite - 3- hydroxykynurenine (3HK) - high levels of which have been linked to tissue damage and dysregulation of the immune system during inflammation. Inflammatory diseases including acute pancreatitis trigger an exacerbated, systemic pro-inflammatory response, making KMO inhibitors a promising next-generation treatment option for disorders characterized by severe inflammation.About acute pancreatitisAcute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas that can be triggered by a number of factors. In its severe form, this acute inflammation can cascade to a reaction in the entire body over several days to weeks that can result in systemic inflammation, organ failure, and death. Accordingly, acute pancreatitis requires immediate medical intervention to manage patients' symptoms and prevent worsening of their condition, often necessitating prolonged hospitalization. Currently, acute pancreatitis occurs in about 240,000 people in Europe and 300,000 people in the United States each year, with 1 in 5 acute pancreatitis patients requiring intensive care. To date, there are no proven or approved treatment options to prevent organ failure and death resulting from severe acute pancreatitis, meaning there is an urgent need for effective treatments.About partnering with Dr. Falk PharmaDr. Falk Pharma engages in a variety of collaboration and partnership models to develop and deliver innovative treatment concepts with great potential. These treatments can be based on any type of pharmacological approach, from small molecules to biologics to novel drug delivery technologies. The company is involved in partnership projects across the range of phases and partners, from all stages of pre-clinical/clinical development and marketing as well as with academic researchers, start-ups, and established companies.Dr. Falk Pharma is an industry leader in innovative pharmaceutical formulations that deliver active substances to specific functional segments of the gastrointestinal tract. Many of their products have attained standard-of-care status. The company enjoys strong, long-standing collaborations with renowned clinical centres and with academic and clinical key opinion leaders in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology and metabolic diseases.About Dr. Falk Pharma GmbHDr. Falk Pharma GmbH has been developing and marketing innovative medicines to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders like inflammatory bowel disease or eosinophilic esophagitis as well as hepatobiliary disorders such as primary biliary cholangitis for over 60 years. As the international experts in digestive and metabolic medicine, the company brings together physicians, scientists, and patients to devise new and powerful approaches to patient care. Dr. Falk Pharma engages in pre-clinical and clinical stage research that aims to meaningfully improve therapeutic practice as well as patient health and well-being. A family-owned business with a global presence, Dr. Falk Pharma has ten affiliates in Europe and Australia and is continuously growing. The company has its headquarters and R&D facilities in Freiburg, Germany, its pharmaceutical products are manufactured in Europe, mainly at sites in Germany, France, Italy and Switzerland. Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH employs approximately 1250 individuals globally and 323 in Freiburg.Further information on Dr. Falk Pharma can be found online: https://drfalkpharma.com/enContact Information:Babette KoppHead of Corporate Communicationsbabette.kopp@drfalkpharma.de+49 761 1514-280SOURCE: Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The sixteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) opened in Colombia on October 21 for a 12-day session. During a side event, the "Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework: Potential OECM Cases in China," supported by Huatai Securities (Stock Code: 601688.SH, 6886.HK, HTSC.L), was presented to showcase China's diverse approaches to balancing ecological protection with socioeconomic development. On October 25 (local time), Huatai Securities, together with the Shan Shui Foundation, announced the launch of China's first OECMs special fund at COP16. The fund will provide practical and sustained support to qualified potential OECM cases, aiming to accelerate the mainstreaming of biodiversity conservation among diverse stakeholders. The Shanghai Stock Exchange Foundation will also provide charitable support for this initiative.The launch of the OECMs special fund was attended by Jillian Campbell, Representative of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity Secretariat; Liu Ning, Deputy Director General of the Department of Nature and Ecology Conservation of China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment; James Hardcastle, Head of the Protected and Conserved Areas Team at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN); and Lu Zhi, Boya Distinguished Professor at Peking University and Board Member of Shan Shui Foundation.In 2022, as the COP15 presidency, China played a key role in promoting the ambitious yet practical "Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework." This framework introduced the "30x30" target, which aims to protect at least 30% of the world's terrestrial, inland waters, coastal, and marine areas by 2030. Since officially designated protected areas alone cannot achieve this target, other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) with broad social participation are widely recognized as a new conservation tool that can significantly increase conservation coverage and help achieve the 30x30 target.With support from the Department of Nature and Ecology Conservation of China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment and funding from Huatai Securities, the China Environmental Protection Foundation, Huatai Foundation, and Shan Shui Conservation Center jointly launched an initiative to collect potential OECM cases in China. This initiative aims to gather, synthesize, and showcase exemplary practices and experiences of potential OECMs in China. Through this initiative, we hope to provide a basis and reference for developing localized OECM criteria and guidelines, thereby facilitating the pathways for OECMs in China and promoting the achievement of the 30x30 target.The initiative received 90 applications from a diverse range of stakeholders, including social organizations, businesses, universities, and farmers' cooperatives. These applications covered various ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, oceans, urban areas, and farmlands, totaling 1,290 km². They contributed to the conservation of endangered species like the Siberian tiger, giant panda, Yunnan golden snub-nosed monkey, Chinese pangolin, Baer's pochard, Chinese immaculate treefrog, Chinese horseshoe crab, and others.Following a rigorous process that included desktop review, expert evaluation, field investigations, and results disclosure, 12 cases, including the Peking University Campus Conservation Area, were selected as "Outstanding Potential OECMs." Additionally, 34 cases, including Nanjing Olympic Center's near-natural green space, were identified as "Potential OECMs." These efforts demonstrate the diverse contributions of Chinese society in the process of China further exercising leadership in the field of global biodiversity governance.At COP16's side event, "Exploring Voluntary Commitments by Non-state Actors in Advancing Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs): Insights from China and International Perspectives", Huatai Securities and the Shan Shui Foundation jointly launched China's first OECMs special fund – the Non-state Actor OECMs Small Grants. Building on six years of experience with the "One Yangtze River" ecological and environmental protection public welfare project, Huatai Securities will focus on the Yangtze River Basin, selecting projects from potential OECM cases with practical needs and long-term potential to provide small grants and professional capacity building through the fund.Jillian Campbell, Representative of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity Secretariat, highlighted the crucial role of OECMs in achieving the 30x30 targets, emphasizing the need to focus on management effectiveness, equitable governance, and connectivity in future implementations. Liu Ning, Deputy Director General of the Department of Nature and Ecology Conservation of China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment, noted that China's National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (2023-2030) emphasizes innovating OECMs, exploring diverse governance models, and supporting various forms of in-situ conservation of biodiversity from all sectors of society. He expressed his hope that Chinese financial institutions, exemplified by Huatai Securities, will collaborate with professional organizations to conduct more exemplary explorations.Launched in 2018, Huatai Securities' "One Yangtze River" initiative promotes biodiversity mainstreaming by supporting community conservation efforts, providing youth ecological education, and fostering the growth of young professionals in sustainable development. By applying ESG principles, it encourages listed companies and financial institutions to participate in conservation. Huatai will leverage potential OECM case studies and the OECMs special fund to support diverse stakeholders' long-term biodiversity conservation efforts and innovative pilot projects, fostering a multi-stakeholder action system and promoting a collective commitment to building a beautiful China.About Huatai SecuritiesEstablished in 1991, Huatai Securities Co., Ltd. (601688.SH; 6886.HK; HTSC.LI) played a key role in modernizing China's securities industry with financial technologies, offering a diverse range of financial services to individuals and institutions. In 2023, the Company achieved an operating revenue of RMB 36.6 billion and a net profit attributable to the parent company of RMB 12.8 billion, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the Chinese securities sector, and aiming to become a preeminent investment bank with strong footprint in China and global influence.For enquiries, please contact:Citigate Dewe RogersonBenny Liu Linda PuiTel: +86 10 6567 5056 Tel: +852 3103 0118Email: HTSC@citigatedewerogerson.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年10月29日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 為期12天的聯合國《生物多樣性公約》第十六次締約方大會（COP16）於10月21日起在哥倫比亞召開，華泰證券（股份代號：6886.HK）支持開展的「昆明-蒙特利爾全球生物多樣性框架OECMs中國潛力案例」在邊會會場發布，向國際社會展示中國社會各界推動生態保護與經濟社會平衡發展的多樣化探索和實踐。當地時間10月25日華泰證券携手山水公益基金會在COP16進一步宣布：發起中國首個OECMs專項基金，將為一批有實際需求的案例申報主體提供務實、長效的資助、賦能，以期帶動多元主體加快融入生物多樣性主流化，上海證券交易所公益基金會也將為此提供公益支持。聯合國《生物多樣性公約》秘書處特別代表Jillian Campbell、生態環境部自然生態保護司一級巡視員劉寧、世界自然保護聯盟（IUCN）自然保護地團隊負責人James Hardcastle與北京大學博雅特聘教授、山水公益基金會理事呂植見證OECMs專項基金發布。2022年，中國作為COP15主席國推動達成了兼具雄心和務實平衡的「昆蒙框架」，框架提出在2030年要至少保護30%的陸地、內陸水域、沿海和海洋區域（即「3030目標」）。目前官方劃定的自然保護地無法支撑這一目標的達成，社會各界廣泛參與的其他有效的區域保護措施（OECMs，Other Effective area-based Conservation Measures ），被普遍認為是能够大幅增加保護面積、實現「3030目標」的新型保護工具。在生態環境部自然生態保護司的支持下，由華泰證券資助，中華環境保護基金會、華泰公益基金會、山水自然保護中心聯合發起「昆明-蒙特利爾全球生物多樣性框架OECMs中國潛力案例」徵集活動，旨在挖掘、總結和傳播國內OECMs的優秀實踐和經驗，為後續OECMs標準的建立和指南的完善提供案例基礎和參考，助力OECMs在中國的進一步落地。本次活動共徵集到90個案例，由民間組織、企業、高校、農民合作社等多元主體申報，涵蓋了森林、濕地、海洋、城鎮、農田等生態系統，總面積達1290km²，支持了東北虎、大熊猫、滇金絲猴、中華穿山甲、青頭潛鴨、無斑雨蛙、低斑蜻、中華鱟等的多種珍稀瀕危物種保護。經過資料查閱、專家評審、實地調查、案例公示等流程，北京大學校園自然保護小區等12個案例入選「中國潛力OECMs典型案例」，南京奧體中心近自然綠地等34個案例入選「中國潛力OECMs入圍案例」，展示中國在全球生物多樣性治理領域進一步發揮領導力的過程中，社會各界貢獻的多元力量。在COP16「探索非國家主體在推進OECMs中的自願承諾：來自中國的本土洞見和全球視角」主題邊會上，華泰證券與山水公益基金會共同宣布發起中國首個OECMs專項基金--非國家主體其他有效區域保護措施專項基金。華泰證券將基於6年來持續開展「一個長江」生態環境保護公益項目的成熟經驗，聚焦長江流域，從OECMs案例中遴選有實際需求和長期潛力的項目，通過該基金開展小額資助、專業賦能。見證專項基金發布的聯合國《生物多樣性公約》秘書處特別代表Jillian Campbell表示，OECMs在「3030目標」的實現中將發揮重要作用，期待未來能够在OECMs的實施過程中關注其管理有效性、治理公平性、連通性等諸多方面。生態環境部自然生態保護司一級巡視員劉寧表示，《中國生物多樣性保護戰略與行動計劃（2023-2030 年）》明確提出創新OECMs，探索多種治理模式，支持多種形式的民間生物多樣性就地保護，期待以華泰證券為代表的中國金融企業携手專業機構做出更有示範意義的探索。華泰證券於2018年創設「一個長江」項目，通過支持社區保護行動、開展青少年生態文明教育、資助可持續發展領域不同階段青年人才成長等工作，影響更多社會力量助力生物多樣性主流化，幷以ESG為紐帶引導上市公司、金融企業等主體開展保護行動。華泰證券將以OECMs潛力案例徵集和專項基金為支點，支持更多元社會主體長期投身生物多樣性保護、開展創新示範探索，為建立多元參與行動體系、將建設美麗中國轉化為所有人的行為自覺貢獻更大力量。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

SGX-listed Straits Trading partners Alta for its real estate opportunity, FIR-ST™, a fractionalised investment that provides access to prime private properties in Singapore without the need for hefty upfront expenses.FIR-ST™ aims to provide its investors with stable returns and potential capital appreciation of a property over the tenure of an opportunity.Straits Trading to tap on Alta’s global investor network for prime real estate opportunities.SINGAPORE, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Can investments in Singapore’s private property space be as easy as buying shares? FIR-ST™ (Fractional Investment in Real estate - Straits Trading), a new investment opportunity developed by Straits Trading (STC), a conglomerate-investment company with operations and financial interests in resources, property, and hospitality, seeks to do so.Known as one of the first companies to list on SGX, Straits Trading initiated the FIR-ST™ scheme, which makes investments in prime private property space in Singapore. Under this collaboration with STC, Alta has established a fund to provide investors easy access to FIR-ST™, which aims to confer economic benefits akin to property ownership in Singapore without the hassle of upfront payments and paperwork.The projected growth rate for Singapore's real estate market in 2025 is estimated to be around 4.5%, driven by strong demand in both residential and commercial sectors. According to PropNex Research, sales activity in Singapore’s landed homes market remained resilient in 1H 2024, with 681 transactions totalling $3.7 billion, outpacing the previous half-year. Despite high interest rates and market uncertainties, buyers continue to show strong demand, driving prices upward. The Good Class Bungalow (GCB) segment also saw increased activity, with nine high-value deals totalling $219 million.What is FIR-ST™?The FIR-ST™ scheme introduces a new and innovative way to participate in the real estate market with fractionalised investing. Investors in FIR-ST™ may access economic benefits like owning a property in prime areas found in District 10 in Singapore. This innovative model provides investors with a unique opportunity which may allow them to partake in the upside of property ownership without the burdens of landlord responsibilities, property acquisition, additional buyer's stamp duty, or cumbersome paperwork, as well as a market-adjusted dividend. Operational costs are seamlessly managed by Straits Trading, ensuring a hassle-free investment experience unparalleled in the industry."Real estate remains a steadfast choice for investors aiming to strengthen their portfolios. With FIR-ST™, our partnership with Straits Trading breaks new frontiers in property investment, making exclusive opportunities and tangible economic benefits accessible through fractional investing. It’s a game-changer for those seeking a flexible and innovative way to grow their portfolios," said Benjamin Twoon, Chief Commercial Officer at Alta Alternative Investments.Eric Teng, Group Chief Operating Officer, Straits Trading added, “We are pleased to partner with Alta to introduce FIR-ST™. FIR-ST™ provides investors with a unique opportunity in fractional investment that mimic the experience of buying a physical property with potentially stable returns and upside over time.”About AltaAs the leading licensed digital securities exchange for alternative investments in Asia, we are building critical capital market infrastructure backed by some of the most active securities brokerages and bookrunners on the Singapore Exchange - Phillip Securities, PrimePartners and Nomura Holdings (Japan).Empowering Private Markets: Through our Digital Exchange, we enable the tokenization and digital custody of alternative assets. This end-to-end solution simplifies and expedites the trading of smaller asset blocks, ultimately facilitating access and liquidity in private markets. We believe that access to capital markets are pivotal in all economies, we recognize that our role in building this critical infrastructure goes beyond facilitating trades; it paves the way for entrepreneurship, job creation, financial inclusion, and economic resilience, fostering a brighter future for emerging markets and economies.Innovative Financial Ecosystem: Our journey has seen us transition from securities trading and distribution of comprehensive products, including equities, private credit, funds, and asset-backed securities representing real world assets like whiskies and wines, to include fund management and digital custody.Visit us on https://alta.exchange/ About The Straits Trading Company LimitedIncorporated in 1887, The Straits Trading Company Limited is a conglomerate-investment company with operations and financial interests in resources, property, and hospitality. These include strategic stakes in one of the world’s leading tin producer, Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad, which is dual listed on Bursa Malaysia and the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited, ESR Group Limited and Far East Hospitality Holdings as well as a diversified property portfolio that is wholly owned by the Group.For media inquiries, please contact:Deeksha Kakkar, Marketing Communications Lead, Altadeeksha.kakkar@alta.exchange Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Ensign InfoSecurity (“Ensign”), one of Asia’s largest comprehensive cybersecurity solutions providers, is pleased to announce its 6th-place ranking in the 2024 MSSP Alert Top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) list. This recognition shows Ensign’s unwavering commitment to deliver innovative, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for global enterprises navigating today’s increasingly complex threat landscape. Notably, Ensign is the only Asia-Pacific company in the top 10, solidifying its position as a key player in shaping the future of cybersecurity.“We are honoured to be recognised among the world’s leading MSSPs," said Chua Zong Fu, Head of Managed Security Services at Ensign InfoSecurity. "In today’s digital landscape, the need for high-quality 24/7 Managed Security Services is more critical than ever. It is no longer just about detection, but also our ability to respond faster than the attacker. This includes our ability to operationalise technologies, such as generative AI, to enhance detection efficacy and execute the right response actions. This award is a reaffirmation of Ensign’s commitment to equipping organisations with the means to stay ahead of the cyber defence curve."Ensign’s Managed Security Services leverage on our regional operations, centred around Asia, to create a multi-layer defence network to share intelligence for better protection. Based on this threat intelligence, we continuously update our detection use cases, mapping them against MITRE ATT&CK framework. Through the integration of automation and AI algorithms, we can detect micro signals of attack and stop them before attackers gain a foothold within our clients’ environment.Further solidifying its leadership in cybersecurity, Ensign recently published its 5th Cyber Threat Landscape Report 2024, providing in-depth analysis of the most significant cyber threats across key APAC markets, including Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, the Greater China Region, Malaysia, and South Korea. This annual report underscores Ensign’s dedication to offering actionable intelligence that strengthens the security posture of industries across the region.“MSSP Alert and CyberRisk Alliance congratulate Ensign InfoSecurity on this honor,” said Jessica C. Davis, editorial director of MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance resource. “The Top 250 MSSPs are an elite group of cybersecurity service providers, and they continue to outperform the overall cybersecurity services market. Members of this list are the best of the best.”MSSP Alert’s Top 250 MSSPs list and research report are overseen by Jessica C. Davis, editorial director, MSSP Alert and ChannelE2E.The complete list is available here: https://www.msspalert.com/top-250As businesses worldwide accelerate their digital transformation efforts, Ensign InfoSecurity remains committed to delivering innovative, real-world cybersecurity solutions, ensuring resilience in the face of evolving cyber risks.About Ensign InfoSecurityEnsign InfoSecurity is the largest comprehensive cybersecurity service provider in Asia. Headquartered in Singapore, Ensign offers bespoke solutions and services to address their clients’ cybersecurity needs. Their core competencies are in the provision of cybersecurity advisory and assurance services, architecture design and systems integration services, and managed security services for advanced threat detection, threat hunting, and incident response. Underpinning these competencies is in-house research and development in cybersecurity. Ensign has two decades of proven track record as a trusted and relevant service provider, serving clients from the public and private sectors in the Asia Pacific region.For more information, visit www.ensigninfosecurity.com or email media@ensigninfosecurity.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - According to the latest rating report from MSCI, the international index rating agency, the ESG rating of Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, “GTJAI”, the “Company” or the “Group”, stock code: 1788.HK) has been upgraded to A. This significant achievement signifies that GTJAI has taken solid steps in fulfilling its ESG responsibilities, showcasing the Company's continuous efforts and outstanding performance in sustainable development.MSCI ESG ratings, serving as a global benchmark for assessing corporate sustainability, cover approximately 8,500 listed companies worldwide, and MSCI is recognized as one of the most authoritative rating agencies by global investors. According to the latest ESG rating report from MSCI, GTJAI excels above industry averages in key issues such as governance, privacy and data security, responsible investment, and financing environmental impact. MSCI specifically highlights the Company's globally leading position in business ethics practices, including regular ethical audits across operational facets to proactively prevent potential unethical behavior. MSCI also notes the Company's proactive development of green bond issuance business in 2023 and the integration of ESG factors into its investment decisions, positioning it ahead of peers in responsible investment initiatives. Additionally, the Company's utilization of external independent IT security audits to mitigate cybersecurity risks demonstrates superior performance in data protection measures compared to industry standards.As a leading Chinese securities firm in Hong Kong, GTJAI focuses on the diverse needs of various stakeholders in social, economic and environmental aspects. The Company continuously deepens its ESG management, striving to integrate ESG principles into its strategic development and business operations. Meanwhile, it actively promotes the development and innovation of green finance, aiming to support the real economy in achieving sustainable development goals. Looking ahead, the Company will persistently leverage the power as a financial institution to enhance its own ESG governance standards while striving to create greater social value, contributing to the sustainable development of both the industry and society. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

JAKARTA, Oct 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has announced results for 9M2024. Wintermar’s 9M2024 Net operating profit doubled to US$11.8million (+127.1% YOY) from US$5.2 million in 9M2023, contributed by higher charter rates in DP vessels and additional vessels commencing operations, while Net Attributable Profit which includes gains from vessel sales jumped to US$19.7million for 9M2024 compared to US$2.8million in 9M2023.Owned Vessel DivisionIn the Owned Vessel segment, Revenues jumped by 36.7% YOY to US$45.0 million for 9M2024, up from US$33.0 million in 9M2023. This growth was fueled by the continued rise in OSV charter rates particularly in the higher tier segment. Gross Profit from Owned Vessels rose by 124.7% YOY to US$15.5 million in 9M2024, compared to US$6.9 million in the same period last year with average charter rates 23.1% higher in 9M2024 compared to 9M2023 while vessel utilization improved slightly from 65% in 9M2023 to 67% in 9M2024.On a Quarterly basis, Owned Vessel Revenue increased by 35.1% YOY from US$13.2million in 2Q2024 to US$17.8million in 3Q2024. This strong growth was primarily driven by the deployment of two Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) on long-term contracts at market rates after coming off a lower priced contract in April 2024, and a reactivated PSV coming into operation in August. Gross Profit increased by an impressive 81.8% QOQ, reaching US$7.5 million in 3Q2024, compared to US$4.1 million in 2Q2024, highlighting the significant widening in Owned Vessel gross margin to 41.9% in 3Q2024 from 31.1% in 2Q2024.Chartering Division and Other ServicesThe Chartering Division also enjoyed an increase Gross Profit by 20.9% YOY, despite a 11.2% YOY decline in revenue, from US$12.9 million in 9M2023 to US$11.4 million in 9M2024.Revenue from Other Services declined by 6.5% YOY, from US$5.4 million in 9M2023 to US$5.0 million in 9M2024. Gross Profit also decreased during this period, from US$2.3 million to US$1.7 million.Total Revenue rose 20.1% YOY to US$61.5million with Total Gross Profit of US$18.4 million(+81.2%YOY) for 9M2024 as compared to Total Revenue of US$51.2million and Total Gross Profit of US$10.1million in 9M2023.Direct Expenses and Gross ProfitReflecting the Company’s expanding operations and rising operational demands, Direct Costs for the Owned Vessel Division increased by 13.4% YOY to US$29.6million in 9M2024 compared to 9M2023. Depreciation costs grew by 8.2% YOY reaching US$10.1 million, due to the addition of vessels to the fleet. Crewing Expenses rose by 12.7% to US$7.6 million, due to the higher salaries and allowances required for Dynamic Positioning (DP) vessels and more vessels operating outside Indonesia.For 9M2024, Maintenance Costs increased by 39.8% YOY, to US$5.9 million, while fuel bunker costs increased by 16.8% YOY, totaling US$2.2 million. These cost increases were driven by major docking activities for certain vessels and the preparation of higher-tier vessels for long-term contracts.Indirect Expenses and Operating ProfitTotal Indirect Expenses increased by 33.1% YOY, rising from US$4.9 million in 9M2023 to US$6.6 million. The largest contributor to this increase came from salaries (+31.6% YOY to US$4.7million) due to a growing workforce in line with business expansion and bonuses paid in 2Q2024 while employee benefits were normalized in 2024 after an adjustment in 2023.Marketing expenses increased by 275% YOY from US$0.09 million in 9M2023 to US$0.4 million in 9M2024, due to marketing fees to support the Company’s international growth.Despite these cost increases, Wintermar successfully improved operational performance, reflected in a 127.1% YOY jump in operating profit, which grew from US$5.2 million in 9M2023 to US$11.8 million in 9M2024.Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable ProfitInterest Expenses continued to fall from US$0.9 million in 9M2023 to US$0.8 million in 9M2024, reflecting a -19.1% YOY decline as outstanding bank debt decreased. The Company is now cash positive, leading to a significant increase in interest income from US$0.03 million in 9M2023 to US$0.3 million in 9M2024. This improvement in cash flow was driven by better operational performance and substantial gains from the sale of vessels.Equity in net earnings of associates turned around with a gain of US$2.1 million in 9M2024 compared to a loss of US$0.3 million in 9M2024, as operational performance from our associated companies also benefited from the industry upturn.The sale of vessels resulted in a substantial gain of US$17.4 million from the disposal of fixed assets in 1H2024, effectively crystalizing the monetary value of the fleet. This cash inflow provided management with the opportunity to reinvest in similar but younger vessels. In August 2024, the Company took delivery of a Platform Supply Vessel built in 2022, which is expected to be operationally ready by early December 2024. Non controlling interest was significantly higher at US$7.5million compared to only US$0.03million in 9M2023 to account for the minority share of earnings from the PSV business which is 51% controlled by Wintermar.Net Attributable Profit for 9M2024 totaled US$19.7million, a six fold increase (+605.2%YOY) from US$2.8million in 9M2023, due to a combination of higher gross profit from a strong performance in the core business as well as the gain from sale of vessels.The group's EBITDA increased by 50.8% YOY for 9M2024, reaching US$22.1 million.Industry OutlookThe world is navigating turbulent times, with escalating conflicts in the Middle East and Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine affecting some of the world’s most important oil producing countries. Geopolitical uncertainty has exposed the underlying vulnerabilities of the global energy system, which has contributed to a new investment cycle in upstream oil and gas as governments seek to ensure energy security.The current economic outlook points to global oil demand remaining resilient. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global demand for oil is expected stay above 100 million barrels per day (mb/d) through 2050. This sustained demand is driven by industrial uses, heavy-duty transportation, and petrochemical needs. The transition to renewable energy is reshaping consumption patterns, but oil and natural gas will continue to play a crucial role in meeting global energy needs.Southeast Asia remains heavily reliant on energy imports, especially oil and natural gas, to meet its growing demand. According to the IEA's World Energy Outlook, Southeast Asia is projected to become a net importer of natural gas by 2030, while China and India are also seeing a significant rise in their reliance on imported energy. China's oil imports are expected to surpass 80% by 2050, increasing its vulnerability to global supply disruptions.The Indonesian government has introduced a new gross split scheme aimed at attracting upstream investments by simplifying contractual terms and providing more favorable conditions for oil and gas contractors. This welcome move demonstrates the political will to ramp up upstream oil and gas investments in Indonesia, needed to mitigate natural production declines and the widening oil trade deficit in recent years.Business ProspectsWintermar continues to strategically strengthen its financial position and revitalize its fleet through targeted investments. As of the first nine months of 2024, the Company has invested in USS$38.8 million in fleet expansion to position its fleet in anticipation of future demand. This includes an Accommodation Work Barge (AWB), a 2022 built Platform Supply Vessel (PSV), and three newly constructed heavy load barges scheduled for delivery by the end of the year. These investments not only modernize Wintermar’s fleet but also align it with expected OSV demand as early-stage offshore drilling and exploration projects transition into the construction and production phases.These acquisitions have been financed through a combination of internal cash flow, bank loans and the sale of several low-yielding vessels. The success in securing new loans has demonstrated support from banks and enables the Company to optimize the capital structure.Contracts on hand as at end September 2024 amounted to US$71.4 million.Dividend paymentBased on the strong results in the first 9 months of 2024, the Directors have declared the payment of an interim dividend of Rp8 per share, totaling Rp34.92billion or US$2.25million. More information on the recording date can be found on our website.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.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad (“TOPVISION” or the “Company”), an experienced player in medical eye care services in Malaysia, is pleased to announce the signing of its underwriting agreement with Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad (“HLIB”) for its upcoming public offering in conjunction with the transfer of listing from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Transfer of Listing”) (“Bursa Securities”). This Transfer of Listing representing a significant milestone in the Company’s growth journey.Datuk Kenny Liew Hock Nean, Executive Vice Chairman of TOPVISION; Ms. Lee Jim Leng, Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of HLIB [L-R]TOPVISION is an established eye care provider with a strong presence in Malaysia, specialising in comprehensive ophthalmic services including cataract surgeries, treatment and management of glaucoma, and treatment and management of vitreous and retinal diseases. Listed on the LEAP Market of Bursa Securities in 2018, the Company operates a growing network of ambulatory care centres (“ACCs”) across Malaysia, with plans to expand to 14 ACCs by next year, including its maiden entry into East Malaysia. With a focus on providing advanced, patient-centric care, TOPVISION is committed to leveraging medical technology to enhance the quality of life for its patients.The Transfer of Listing exercise, as outlined in the Company’s draft prospectus, will involve the public issue of 54.22 million new ordinary shares in TOPVISION (“Issue Shares”), representing 17.50% of the enlarged issued share capital, in conjunction with the transfer of its listing from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market of Bursa Securities.The allocation of Issue Shares will be offered in the following manner: -1. Institutional offering of approximately 33.93 million Issue Shares, representing 10.95% of the enlarged issued share capital, to be allocated to institutional and selected investors.2. Retail offering of 20.29 million Issue Shares, representing 6.55% of the enlarged issued share capital:a. 1.32 million Issue Shares for application by eligible directors (representing 0.42% of the enlarged issued share capital);b. 2.16 million Issue Shares for application by eligible employees (representing 0.70% of the enlarged issued share capital);c. 1.33 million Issue Shares for application by persons who have contributed to the success of the Group (representing 0.43% of the enlarged issued share capital);d. 7.75 million Issue Shares for application by the Malaysian public via balloting equally allocated between Bumiputera (representing 2.5% of the enlarged issued share capital) and 7.75 million Issue Shares for non-Bumiputera (representing 2.5% of the enlarged issued share capital) investors.HLIB, acting as the Principal Adviser, Sponsor, Sole Underwriter and Sole Bookrunner, will underwrite 20.29 million Issue Shares allocated for the retail offering.Datuk Kenny Liew Hock Nean, Executive Vice Chairman of TOPVISION said, “This Transfer of Listing is a significant moment for TOPVISION as we transition from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market. The partnership with HLIB for our listing underscores our commitment to expanding access to high-quality eye care services throughout Malaysia. The funds raised from this public offering will allow us to further enhance our medical technology, expand our network of ACCs, and continue our contributions to the eye care sector. Having first been listed on the LEAP Market in 2018, TOPVISION is well-positioned for growth, and we believe this transfer listing will provide us with the resources needed to reach new heights, benefiting both our patients and stakeholders.”Ms. Lee Jim Leng, Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of HLIB commented, “We are honoured to be part of TOPVISION’s journey to transfer from its LEAP Market listing in 2018 to now becoming a publicly listed entity on the ACE Market. We are excited with the prospects of TOPVISION being able to access a wider pool of investors via the ACE Market listing, which would help propel TOPVISION’s growth to the next level.”The proceeds will be primarily used for the establishment of TOPVISION International Eye Specialist Centre and two new ACCs in Kuala Terengganu and Tawau. Additionally, the proceeds will be utilised to purchase new medical equipment and cover the estimated expenses for the transfer of the Company's listing from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market of Bursa Securities.TOPVISION obtained Bursa Securities’ approval for the transfer of listing from LEAP Market to ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on 17 September 2024.About TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad (“TOPVISION”)TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad is a prominent provider of medical eye care services in Malaysia, specialising in comprehensive eye care treatments including cataract surgery, treatment and management of glaucoma, and treatment and management of vitreous and retinal diseases. Founded with a commitment to delivering advanced and patient-centric medical services, TOPVISION operates a growing network of ambulatory care centres (ACCs) across Malaysia. The Company leverages medical technology and a team of experienced ophthalmologists to provide high-quality treatments. As an experienced player in the field, TOPVISION continues to expand its services, focusing on both innovation and accessibility to enhance the eye health of patients throughout the region.For more information, visit https://www.tvesc.com/en/Issued By: Swan Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. on behalf of TOPVISION Eye Specialist BerhadFor more information, please contact:Jazzmin WanTel: +60 17-289 4110Email: j.wan@swanconsultancy.bizXinyi ChingTel: +60 19-337 9099Email: x.ching@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, China Enterprise ICT Solutions Limited (“China Entercom”), and China Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited (“CR Beer”) have successfully deployed two benchmark projects - “CR Beer’s Green Factory with Digital Intelligence” and “CR Beer’s One-Stop SD-WAN Hybrid Network”. These initiatives have left a significant impact and were recognized at the 2024 IDC Future Enterprise Awards China and DX Summit.Both projects received notable accolades - “CR Beer’s Green Factory with Digital Intelligence” was honored with the prestigious “IDC’s Best in Future of Digital Industry Navigator Case” award, while “CR Beer’s One-Stop SD-WAN Hybrid Network” was recognized with the “Best in Future of Connectedness of IDC Future Enterprise Awards China”. Notably, the latter project has been selected by IDC China as a contender for the prestigious IDC Future Enterprise Awards Asia Pacific, where it competes alongside other world class top-tier companies. This recognition signifies the widespread acknowledgment of these two projects by esteemed consulting institutions, industry experts, and the business community at large. China Entercom collaborates with CR Beer to launch “CR Beer’s One-Stop SD-WAN Hybrid Network” project, Earned the “Best in Future of Connectedness of IDC Future Enterprise Awards China”, Mr. Chen Xue Qiang, Deputy director of the Intelligence and Digital Department of China Resources Beer, received the award on site China Entercom empowers “CR Beer’s Green Factory with Digital Intelligence” projectAwarded the “IDC’s Best in Future of Digital Industry Navigator Case”Mr. Tao Zhi Bin, Deputy Director of Intelligence and Digitalization Department of China Resources Beer, received the award on siteAccording to the IDC panel of judges, CR Beer has established itself as a benchmark company in the industry for its outstanding performance in smart manufacturing and green production. By extensively and proactively integrating innovative technologies into business scenarios, such as Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), the company has developed various types of technology applications to enhance their productivity and resource utilization with smarter production processes. Coupled with digitization, the company has optimized the supply chain management, reduced wastes of resources and improved the transparency of the entire value chain. An environmentally-friendly production mode has also been created by technological innovations, thereby decreasing wastewater discharge, effectively recycling energy and limiting carbon footprints. The two award-winning projects of CR Beer that highlight digital intelligence have not only demonstrated a win-win situation for economic and environmental benefits through digital transformation, but have also highlighted its role as an enabler of social and digital economic development, showcasing its corporate responsibility.“It is such an honor to receive these two valuable awards, and the recognition of our efforts in digital transformation. We are further convinced to uphold longtermism, and to accelerate all-round development in terms of globalization, premiumization, greening, cultural innovation and so on,” said Mr. Chen Xue Qiang, Deputy Director of Intelligence and Digitalization Department of CR Beer. “We would not have developed these two benchmark projects and outcompeted others without our critical partner, China Entercom, and its innovative ICT technologies and solutions. Our partnership dates back to 2019, and our teams have gained mutual trust in those five years so that we have achieved successful digitization regarding innovative technology and business innovation services. Far beyond being a provider of technologies, solutions and services, China Entercom is the trusted partner of CR Beer’s digital transformation journey.”Mr. Tao Zhi Bin, Deputy Director of Intelligence and Digitalization Department of CR Beer, said, “ At the IDC conference, CR Beer's green factory with digital intelligence was honored “Future of Digital Industry Navigator Case”. This acknowledgement not only affirms our achievements in constructing a green factory with digital intelligence, but also recognizes the potential for our company's future development. As a critical partner of CR Beer, China Entercom has provided strong support in intelligent cloud network security services, laying a solid digital foundation for us to realize our green vision of low-carbon operations. The collaboration between the two parties has achieved technical complementarity and integration, sparking deep synergies across business models, market strategies and different aspects.”Mr. Brook Wong, Chief Executive Officer of CITIC Telecom CPC and President of China Entercom, said, “It is a great pleasure and honor to work with CR Beer on digital transformation, which is both a leading, high-quality, all-rounded alcoholic beverage company and a very important corporate client. I believe that this award is undoubtedly a high recognition for the collaborative projects between the two parties, and it is also a strong affirmation of our motto “Innovation Never Stops” and dedication in the ICT industry for more than two decades. Our next step will be riding on the wave of the digital economy, while pursuing innovation in digital intelligence, boosting high-quality development in ‘AI+ Cloud, Network, Security’ solutions, and accelerating the advancement of the ICT industry. We are committed to making technology the ultimate business enabler, promoting high-quality development with innovation and intelligence.”From the Present to the Future: China Entercom Customizes a Future-Proof “All-in-One Cloud, Network, Security” Platform for CR Beer to Realize Digital IntelligenceHeadquartered in Beijing, CR Beer is one of the significant members of China Resources Group in terms of the consumer sector, and also a pioneer with a history spanning over 30 years in the domestic alcoholic beverage industry. In view of aggregate sales, CR Beer has been top-ranked in the Chinese beer market since 2006, however, the market competition has become fiercer with the change in market demands and consumption needs, notably the trends of premiumization and diversification among the leading enterprises in the past few years. CR Beer realized digitization and intelligentization are the keys to capture the market, so it implemented the “3+3+3” corporate development strategy for premiumization in 2017, moved towards technology productization in 2020, and recently launched a dual empowerment model of “Beer and Baijiu”.To achieve digital transformation, CR Beer needs to generate higher values from technologies and foster business growth by addressing the preexisting challenges. More importantly, it needs a reliable partner with technological expertise, tailor-made solutions, exceptional service capabilities and global resources to flexibly support its future businesses and advance the three critical objectives: (1) enhance network continuity and scalability, (2) improve network efficiency, and (3) reinforce the security protection of the entire digital infrastructure.“Having considered carefully and conducted rigorous technical tests, CR Beer decided to join hands with China Entercom. With its full-cycle support from customization, deployment and installation, implementation to operation and maintenance, we adopted its innovative suite of ‘All-in-One Cloud, Network, Security’ solutions (MPLS + SD-WAN + Security + SASE + Private Cloud). With this solution as a solid and secure foundation for digital transformation, CR Beer has experienced a seamless and highly efficient transformation journey, which is in line with the ultimate goals of our partnership,” said Mr. Chen Xue Qiang, Deputy Director of the Intelligence and Digitalization Department of CR Beer.IDC commented on “CR Beer’s One-Stop SD-WAN Hybrid Network” project, said: “This project has excelled and outcompeted others in network optimization, service delivery, technology innovation and low-carbon development. Additionally, the one-stop service provided by China Entercom not only streamlines the network management, but also ensures network stability and security with its round-the-clock monitoring function. With the integration of multiple innovative technologies, the customized ‘All-in-One Cloud, Network, Security’ solutions have addressed the digital transformation requirements of CR Beer. In particular, deploying the private cloud in the low-carbon data center is apparently a proactive approach to environmental protection and low-carbon operation, providing an excellent paradigm of both economic benefits and social responsibility commitments, setting a benchmark for the industry.”Rooted in China, Connecting Globally: China Entercom as the long-term partner of CR Beer’s Globalization StrategyCR Beer is committed to fulfilling its responsibility as a subsidiary of China Resources Group, actively promoting the “Belt and Road” Initiative and global development. To connect globally, the company first established a global strategic partnership with Heineken Group in 2019 under the “Going Global” policy, making China the second largest market for Heineken. By leveraging the global resources of China Entercom and its parent company CITIC Telecom CPC, the next step of CR Beer is to promote a comprehensive digital transformation with network improvement as the basis, realizing automated workflow and intelligent decision support. Meanwhile, the company is looking forward to boosting operational efficiency and responsiveness to drive rapid business growth and expand its market presence along the “Belt and Road”, in Southeast Asia, Europe and the global market.Mr. Henry Ko, General Manager of Enterprise Sales, China Entercom, said, “The cooperation between China Entercom and CR Beer started at the initial stage of its digital transformation journey. As an industry leader, CR Beer has more heightened requirements of digital transformation — cost reduction, higher efficiency, and most importantly, holistically solving current pain points and challenges for a better future. And this is where our strengths lie. Having worked with a variety of industries for more than 20 years, China Entercom is well aware that forward-looking technologies and services offered by solution providers are the keys to maximizing clients’ IT investment efficiency.”“There are some prerequisites for new technology applications to attain cost reduction and efficiency enhancement during digital transformation. The first is to select the right technologies and solutions, and the second is to carry out customized implementation and deployment for better business development. In other words, choosing the right partner matters. It is a great pleasure to be the right partner for CR Beer, and to be working together since the very beginning of its digital transformation, which it has eventually achieved higher efficiency with technologies,” continued Mr. Ko.Beer with ICT Innovations: CR Beer Adds a Hint of New Technology FlavorThe in-depth cooperation between CR Beer and China Entercom demonstrates the convergence of innovative ICT technologies with the traditional alcoholic beverage industry, resembling a brewer blending liquors delicately. The next stage of cooperation is reportedly in the direction of going globally, AI+ and SOC-as-a-Service (SOCaaS).“Under the leadership of Mr. Guo Hua, Chief Digital Officer of CR Beer, the information technology team is actively promoted ‘Five Transformations, Three Concentrations, One Core, and Four Platforms as the transformation framework to comprehensively promote the implementation of the digital strategy, committed to aligning with top international standards. As we strongly support the digitalization of our business systems, we consistently enhance infrastructure development and information security. In parallel, we are proactively delving into the implementation of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, aiming to propel our digital transformation efforts. Our goal is to establish a globally competitive IT brand and highlight the distinctive value of CR Beer and its IT division through recognition at the IDC awards. We anticipate our continued collaboration with China Entercom, strategically mapping out our long-term partnership to achieve a more robust digital transformation and sustainable development,” concluded Mr. Chen Xue Qiang, Deputy Director of the Intelligence and Digitalization Department of CR Beer.References[1]Source: CR Beer[2]https://www.jnexpert.com/article/detail?id=4040About IDC Future Enterprise Awards ChinaIn its ninth year, the IDC Future Enterprise Awards recognize remarkable institutions, organizations and/or individuals that have showcased critical efforts and breakthroughs in digital transformation. The Award is forward-looking, neutral and international. The awardees are the most representative digital transformation cases of the year, who are acknowledged as the pioneers that pave the way to future businesses and highlight the business values of digital transformation.About IDCInternational Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. With more than 1,300 analysts worldwide, IDC offers global, regional, and local expertise on technology, IT benchmarking and sourcing, and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries. IDC's analysis and insight helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community to make fact-based technology decisions and to achieve their key business objectives. Founded in 1964, IDC is a wholly owned subsidiary of International Data Group (IDG), the world's leading tech media, data, and marketing services company. To learn more about IDC, please visit http://www.idc.com.About CR BeerChina Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited (HKD Counter Stock Code: 291 / RMB Counter Stock Code: 80291), is an alcoholic beverage listed subsidiary company of China Resources (Holdings) Company Limited, specializing in alcoholic beverage production, sales and distribution. It fully owns China Resources Snow Breweries Limited and China Resources Wine Holdings Co., Ltd.. The former focuses on brands such as Snow and Heineken, while the latter holds, participates in and/or manages three baijiu companies (Guizhou Jinsha, Jingzhi and Golden Seed). Please visit https://www.crbeer.com.hk/home/ for more information.About China EntercomChina Enterprise ICT Solutions Limited (“China Entercom” or “CEC”), a subsidiary of the CITIC Group. With solid global knowledge, diversified industrial experience, successful cases and top-notch expertise, as well as incorporating extensive ICT resource coverage, global-local capabilities and world-class solutions, China Entercom stands as the trusted partner for comprehensive solutions, addressing customers’ specific ICT requirements and fostering their development along the “Belt and Road” and around the globe.For more information, please visit https://www.china-entercom.com/En/.About CITIC Telecom CPCWe are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT™ private network solutions, TrustCSI™ information security solutions, DataHOUSE™ cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD™ cloud computing solutions.With the motto “Innovation Never Stops,” we leverage innovative technologies, embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies to transform technical potential into business value for our customers. As an enterprise digital transformation partner, we strive to help our customers achieve industry-leading positions, high agility, and cost-efficiency through digitalization.With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across nearly 160 countries and regions, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect nearly 170 points of presence (POPs), 60+ SDWAN gateways, 21 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and three dedicated 24x7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises. We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers.For more information, please visit www.citictel-cpc.comMedia Contacts: Catherine Yuen CITIC Telecom CPC (852) 2170 7536 Email: catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年10月29日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 國際指數評級機構明晟 (MSCI)日前公佈了年度 ESG（環境、社會及企業管治） 評級報告，國泰君安國際控股有限公司（「國泰君安國際」、「公司」或「集團」，股份代號：1788.HK）評級獲提升至A級。這一重要突破標誌著國泰君安國際在履行環境、社會及公司治理責任上邁出了堅實的步伐，彰顯公司在可持續發展領域的持續努力和卓越表現。MSCI ESG評級作爲評估企業可持續性的全球標杆，覆蓋全世界約8500家上市公司，是全球投資者公認的最權威的評級機構之一。根據MSCI最新ESG評級報告，國泰君安國際在管治、隱私及數據安全、負責任投資和融資環境影響四個關鍵議題評分均優於行業平均。MSCI特別指出，公司在商業道德實踐方面領先於全球同行，其中包括定期對營運各層面進行道德審計，以預防潛在的道德不當行為。MSCI亦關注到，公司2023年积极发展綠債發行業務，同時將 ESG 因素納入其投資决策中，在負責任投資方面的舉措領先於同業。此外，公司采用外部獨立的 IT 安全審計來協助防範網絡安全風險，在數據保護措施方面表現優於同業。國泰君安國際作為香港領先的中資券商，關注各利益相關方在社會、經濟和環境方面的不同需求，不斷深化ESG管理，致力於將ESG理念融入公司戰略發展和業務運營中，同時持續推動綠色金融發展和創新，助力實體經濟實現可持續發展目標。展望未來，公司將堅持不懈地發揮金融機構的力量，在提升自身ESG治理水準的同時，力爭創造更大的社會價值，為行業和社會可持續發展作出貢獻。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年10月29日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中信國際電訊集團有限公司（「中信國際電訊」，香港交易所股份代號：1883）全資擁有的中信國際電訊(信息技術)有限公司(「中信國際電訊CPC」)欣然宣布，其子公司中企網絡通信技術有限公司（簡稱「中企通信」）聯合華潤啤酒（控股）有限公司（簡稱「華潤啤酒」）在2024「IDC中國未來企業大獎與數字化轉型年度盛典」上大放異彩，憑藉共同打造的標杆項目--「華潤啤酒數智化綠色工廠」和「華潤啤酒一站式混合組網」項目--分別斬獲兩項重磅大獎。其中「華潤啤酒數智化綠色工廠」項目榮譽入選【IDC未來數字工業領航者案例】優秀獎，「華潤啤酒一站式混合組網」項目榮獲【IDC中國未來企業大獎優秀獎--「未來聯接領軍者」】稱號。此次評選結果充分體現了全球知名諮詢機構、行業專家、業界公眾對華潤啤酒攜手中企通信打造這兩個標杆項目的一致讚譽。尤為值得一提的是，後者更經IDC中國特別甄選，獲提名參與IDC未來企業大獎（亞太區）的角逐，與多家世界頂尖級別企業角逐殊榮。 中企通信與簽約客戶華潤啤酒共同打造的"華潤啤酒一站式混合組網"項目榮獲【IDC中國未來企業大獎優秀獎--"未來聯接領軍者"】稱號華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陳學強現場領獎 中企通信賦能"華潤啤酒數智化綠色工廠"項目榮譽入選【IDC未來數字工業領航者案例】優秀獎華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陶志斌現場領獎根據IDC評委寄語，華潤啤酒在智能製造和綠色生產方面的突出表現，成為行業典範。企業積極構建多類型技術應用跟業務場景緊密「增效」，不但廣泛應用了物聯網（IoT）、大數據分析、人工智能（AI）等創新技術，以實現生產過程的智能化，提高生產效率和資源利用率。更以數字化手段改善供應鏈管理，減少浪費，提升整個價值鏈的透明度。同時以技術創新，建立了環境友好的生產模式，減少了廢水排放，實現了能源的有效循環利用，降低了碳足跡。故此華潤啤酒兩個數智化項目榮獲 IDC兩項重磅大獎，是展示了其透過數字化轉型實現經濟效益和環境效益的雙贏，更體現了企業對推動社會發展與數字經濟的責任擔當。「非常榮幸能得到這兩項有份量的獎項，這不僅是對華潤啤酒數字化轉型工作的認可，更堅定了我們堅持長期主義、加速全球化、高端化、綠色化、文化創新等全方位發展的信心。」華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陳學強表示，「在我們重要合作夥伴中企通信的創新ICT技術和解決方案的穩健賦能下，華潤啤酒成功打造出這兩個標杆項目，並在激烈的獎項評選競爭中脫穎而出，獲此殊榮。我們與中企通信的合作始於2019年。五年間，彼此團隊同事們不僅建立了相互的信任，更是在創新技術服務與推進業務創新方面，達成了豐碩的數字化成果。可以說，中企通信絕不僅是簡單的技術、方案和服務供應商，更是我們數字化轉型道路上不可或缺的並肩夥伴和強有力的靠背支撐。」華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陶志斌表示，"此次IDC大會上，華潤啤酒數智化綠色工廠榮獲'未來數字工業領航者'稱號，這既是對我們數智化綠色工廠建設成果的肯定，也是對企業未來發展潛力的認可。中企通信作為華潤啤酒的重要合作夥伴，在智能化雲網安服務方面提供了強有力的支持，為我們實現低碳運營的綠色夢想奠定了堅實的數字基石。雙方的合作不僅實現了技術上的互補與融合，更在業務模式、市場策略等方面產生了深遠的協同效應。"中信國際電訊CPC行政總裁及中企通信總裁黃政華表示：「華潤啤酒是啤酒行業領導企業，也是中企通信重要的客戶之一。能與這樣高質量、全能型的企業並肩走在數字化轉型的實踐道路上，是我們的榮幸。我相信，本次獲獎，無疑是行業權威機構給予華潤啤酒與中企通信攜手合作項目上的高度認可，也是對中企通信堅持創新不斷，深耕ICT領域20多年的強烈肯定。下一步，我們將順應數字經濟時代的蓬勃趨勢，在『數智』上更創新，在智賦『雲網安』高質量發展，在引領信息通訊行業升級上砥礪前行，要讓科技真正成為企業客戶業務騰飛的加速器！」始於當下 著眼未來：中企通信為華潤啤酒打造更趨未來的「雲網安一體化」平台，賦能數智化發展總部位於北京的華潤啤酒，是華潤（集團）大消費板塊下的重要成員企業之一，更是擁有超過30年發展歷史的國內啤酒行業領軍者。自2006年起，華潤啤酒總銷量連續位列中國啤酒市場銷量榜首。近幾年，隨著市場需求和消費需求的變化，國內啤酒行業市場競爭越來越激烈，尤其是在龍頭企業之間，而且呈現出高端化、多元化的發展趨勢。華潤啤酒自2017年就啟動了「3+3+3」高端戰略佈局，從2020年起進入了「技術產品化」階段，近年邁進了「啤酒+白酒」雙賦能戰略發展新時代。同時，華潤啤酒也意識到數字化和智能化轉型是啤酒企業提升競爭力的關鍵之一。為實現數字化轉型目標，華潤啤酒一方面急需解決眼當下的痛點，關注技術的價值創造和對業務增量的輔助，另一方面根據需求尋找穩健技術夥伴助力推進三大核心目標：其一是增強網絡連續性與可擴展性；其二是優化網絡能效；其三是整體加固數字底座安全防護水平。此外，華潤啤酒強調合作夥伴必須擁有足夠服務能力和全球化資源支撐其業務未來靈活發展。對此，華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陳學強評價到：「經過多番審慎考量與嚴格技術測試後，華潤啤酒牽手中企通信，並採納部署了中企通信整套創新『雲網安一體化』解決方案（MPLS+SD-WAN+安全+SASE零信任+私有雲）。這一方案的背後，是中企通信多方位的支持能力，覆蓋了從方案的定制設計、部署安裝、實施到後期運維的整個生命週期，確保了轉型過程的順暢與高效，為華潤啤酒的數字化旅程提供了堅實的基礎與安全保障，並完全吻合了合作立項之初的目標主旨 。」IDC對此次獲獎項目之一「華潤啤酒一站式混合組網項目」的評語：「華潤啤酒一站式混合組網項目在網絡優化、服務模式、技術創新和低碳發展方面均展現了顯著優勢和獨特性。中企通信提供的一站式服務簡化了網絡管理複雜度，全天候的安全監控確保了網絡穩定性與安全性。量身定制的『雲網安一體化』解決方案，融合了多項創新技術，綜合滿足華潤啤酒數字化轉型需求。此外，項目還積極回應低碳環保趨勢，將私有雲部署於低碳數據中心，展現了企業在追求經濟效益的同時，對社會責任的積極承擔，為行業樹立了值得借鑒的優秀範例。」穩紮國內 突破國際：中企通信致力成為華潤啤酒全球化戰略的長期夥伴作為華潤集團旗下企業，華潤啤酒始終積極踐行企業責任，以創新科技為抓手，積極推動落實共建「一帶一路」、全球發展倡議等重大倡議。在「走出去」戰略指引下，華潤啤酒與喜力集團於2019年正式建立全球戰略夥伴關係，至今成為喜力在全球的第二大市場。收購喜力中國只是華潤啤酒國際化的第一步，接下來，華潤啤酒計劃將透過借助合作夥伴中企通信及其母公司中信國際電訊CPC的全球化資源稟賦，以網絡改造為基礎，推動公司整體的數字化轉型，包括自動化工作流程和智能化決策支援；並透過提高營運效率和回應速度，支援業務的快速增長和市場擴張，如「一帶一路」沿線國家、東南亞、歐洲等海外市場。中企通信銷售總經理高力衡在回顧合作歷程時表示:「中企通信與華潤啤酒的合作始於其數字化轉型之初。華潤啤酒作為行業領導者，對數字化轉型有著較高的要求，不僅重視降本增效，更要全觀性解決企業當前的痛點和難點，能為未來打下基礎，而這正是中企通信的優勢所在。二十多年與各行各業合作的經驗，讓我們深知，解決方案供應商在技術和服務上，都要有前瞻性，才能讓客戶的IT投資效益最大化。」高力衡續說：「為企業進行數字化轉型的過程中，新技術應用如何能讓企業做到降本增效，有幾個潛在前提。第一是技術和解決方案選配，第二做好了實施和部署、能適應企業的業務發展。綜合來看，就是需要選對合作夥伴。中企通信很高興能成為這個對的合作夥伴，從華潤啤酒數字化轉型初期就展開合作，並切實地幫助其做到了'向技術要效益'的這個目標。」結束語：當「啤酒」遇上「創新ICT」，酒業企業釀就「創新科技」味道華潤啤酒牽手中企通信，當看似傳統的啤酒行業融合了新興浪潮下的創新ICT技術，每一次深入的合作探索，都像是釀酒師的精心調製。據悉，華潤啤酒與中企通信就下一階段持續在出海、人工智能+、SOC即服務等方向的深化合作已展開探討。華潤啤酒智能與數字化部副總監陳學強總結到："在華潤啤酒首席數字官郭華先生的領導下，信息化團隊正積極延續並發展‘五化三集中，一核四平台2’的IT戰略，致力於與國際頂尖水平看齊。我們在深入支持業務體系信息化的前提下，不斷加強基礎設施建設和信息安全防護，同時積極探索人工智能等智能技術的應用，全力推動數字化轉型落地。我們的目標是塑造一個具有國際競爭力的IT品牌，並期望通過IDC大獎來展示華潤啤酒及其IT品牌的獨特價值。我們期待與中企通信的持續合作，以長遠的視角規劃我們的夥伴關係，共同推進數字化轉型和長遠發展。"參考資料[1]《華潤啤酒CEO侯孝海獨家訪談錄：收購喜力中國只是華潤啤酒國際化的第一步》，來源：華潤啤酒[2]五化三集中，一核四平台- https://www.jnexpert.com/article/detail?id=4040關於【IDC中國未來企業大獎】已連續徵集9年，是業界首個針對不同機構/組織/個人在數字化轉型大背景下對其努力與成績進行表彰的獎項，具有前瞻性、中立性和國際性特點，旨在票選出當年最具代表性的數字化轉型案例，表彰未來商業的開拓者，彰顯數字化轉型的商業價值。關於國際數據公司（IDC）國際數據公司（IDC）是全球著名的信息技術、電訊行業和消費科技諮詢、顧問和活動服務專業供應商。成立於1964年，IDC在全球擁有超過1300名分析師，為110多個國家的技術和行業發展機遇提供全球化、區域化和本地化的專業視角及服務。IDC的分析和洞察助力IT專業人士、業務主管和投資機構制定基於事實的技術決策，以實現關鍵業務目標。IDC於1986年正式在中國設立分支機搆，是最早進入中國市場的全球著名的科技市場研究機構。在中國，IDC分析師專注於本地ICT市場研究，與本地市場高度結合，研究領域覆蓋硬件、軟件、服務、互聯網、各類新興技術以及企業數字化轉型等方面。請瀏覽https://www.idc.com/cn獲取更多資訊。關於華潤啤酒華潤啤酒（控股）有限公司【股票代碼：291（港幣櫃台）及80291（人民幣櫃台）】是一家主要從事酒類業務的投資控股公司，是華潤（集團）有限公司屬下負責生產、銷售及分銷酒類產品的業務單元。旗下擁有華潤雪花啤酒有限公司和華潤酒業控股有限公司。華潤雪花啤酒有限公司擁有雪花和喜力啤酒品牌，華潤酒業控股有限公司控股/參股/管理3家白酒公司（貴州金沙、景芝、金種子）。請瀏覽https://www.crbeer.com.hk獲取更多資訊。關於中企通信中企網絡通信技術有限公司（簡稱"中企通信"或"CEC"）是中信成員企業。憑藉扎實的全球市場經驗、多行業應用、客戶實踐以及技術實力，結合廣泛的ICT資源覆蓋、專業的本地化服務、優質的技術解決方案，中企通信為「一帶一路」及全球化企業打造綜合數智解決方案， 滿足千行百業ICT服務需求。請瀏覽www.china-entercom.com獲取更多資訊。中信國際電訊CPC簡介中信國際電訊（信息技術）有限公司（「中信國際電訊CPC」）是中信國際電訊集團有限公司（香港交易所股份代號：1883）的全資附屬公司，公司一直矢志透過先進技術及旗艦解決方案，包括TrueCONNECT™專用網絡服務、TrustCSI™信息安全解決方案、DataHOUSE™全球統一雲數據中心解決方案及SmartCLOUD™雲端運算解決方案，為全球跨國企業提供綜合數碼解決方案， 滿足不同行業的ICT服務需求。憑借「創新‧不斷」的服務理念，中信國際電訊CPC積極利用創新技術，將人工智能、擴增實境、大數據，物聯網和其他尖端新興技術的強大潛力轉化為企業客戶的業務價值，協助客戶透過數碼化發展保持市場領先優勢、業務更具靈活性及成本效益，成為企業推動數碼轉型的重要策略夥伴。中信國際電訊CPC以「服務在地，連接全球」的優勢，承諾為客戶提供最優質的全球化一站式ICT服務。全球化網絡資源連接近170個服務據點、60多個SDWAN 網關；21個雲服務中心、30多個數據中心及3個全天候運作的安全運作中心，服務遍布约160個國家和地區，無縫連接亞洲、歐美、非洲、中東以及中亞等地區 。透過全球化服務佈局，多年不斷深耕各個行業與領域經驗，一系列國際標準服務認證（SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001、14001、20000、27001 及27017），確保為企業提供國際化標準及服務資源，專業的在地服務及交付能力，同時，優質的客戶體驗和服務質量，成為領先的綜合信息智能化服務供應商。請瀏覽:www.citictel-cpc.com 獲取更多資訊。傳媒查詢： Catherine Yuen 中信國際電訊CPC (852) 2170 7536 電郵：catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In a leadership transition at the Antwerp-based supply chain specialists, Anita Van Looveren will step into her new role as Chairwoman of the Board of Directors on November 1, after nearly 25 years in the CEO role and almost 40 years with the company. Paul Vanvuchelen, Global Delivery Lead, will succeed her as CEO, beginning a new chapter for OMP with a focus on strengthening its leadership in advanced supply chain planning. In her new position, Anita Van Looveren will continue to work closely with Paul Vanvuchelen, offering strategic guidance and support.Anita Van Looveren and Paul VanvuchelenUnder the stewardship of company founder Georges Schepens and long-time CEO Anita Van Looveren, OMP has grown into a global leader inadvanced supply chain planning. Since its inception in 1985, OMP has built a strong reputation by working with an expanding portfolio of customers, including innovative startups and blue-chip giants. OMP has helped them navigate challenging market conditions, geopolitical issues, and, most recently, the worldwide pandemic. Georges Schepens, as outgoing Chair, will remain a member of the Board.Pioneering advanced supply chain planningBased in Antwerp, Belgium, OMP employs over 1,200 people worldwide and serves some of the world's most iconic and innovative companies, principally in the life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, metals, and paper, plastics & packaging industries. OMP was recently recognized as a leading force in supply chain planning in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for the ninth successive year. This recognition highlights OMP's ability to deliver tangible results while driving its vision of embedding innovation into future supply chain solutions.A seasoned leader in the industryPaul Vanvuchelen takes over at a time when the world's supply chains in every industry are under severe pressure from global events and evolving market conditions. With a longstanding track record as a business leader in the metals industry prior to his work at OMP, Paul Vanvuchelen served as former CEO at Aperam Stainless Belgium and Chief Performance Officer at Aperam Global. He is credited with successfully transforming and optimizing the company's footprint and supply chain, significantly improving costs, inventories, and service levels, through digitalization, automation, and organizational efficiency projects.After joining OMP in 2013, Paul Vanvuchelen began as metals industry lead before moving to the role of Global Delivery Lead. He is known among colleagues and customers alike for his deep understanding of supply chains and the business acumen required to lead OMP into the next phase of its journey.Delivering real value in a world of constant changeAs he takes up his new role, Paul Vanvuchelen pays tribute to Anita Van Looveren: "It's a great honor to succeed Anita and lead this exciting business. Supply chain planning affects everyone all over the world, and we at OMP help global enterprises get better and better at it every day. It's especially challenging and thrilling in a world of constant change, with new technologies emerging at a rapid pace."Transitioning to her new role, Anita Van Looveren praises Paul Vanvuchelen's leadership and team spirit: "Paul has been a driving force at OMP for many years, encouraging colleagues to maximize their potential. I'm confident he'll continue to do that in his new role, allowing every individual to bring real value to our customers."Continuity and stakeholder collaborationThe transition has been carefully planned to have no effect on OMP's shareholder structure. The company's ambition for future growth remains intact, thanks in large to the expertise and dedication of its global teams, who develop, implement, and support OMP's next-generation Unison Planning™ solution.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, plastics & packaging - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Contact InformationKatleen RybczynskiSenior Communications Managerkrybczynski@omp.com+32 3 650 23 22SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.