KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator founded as a JAXA venture, participated as the Official Main Partner of “Science Castle Asia 2026,” one of Asia’s largest research conferences for junior and senior high school students, held on August 22–23 at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM). The event gathered 150 student research teams from 11 countries, selected from approximately 300 applications, presenting research on environment, water, agriculture, healthcare and AI. Over the two days, Tenchijin exhibited its satellite data solutions including “KnoWaterleak,” judged the student poster review, delivered the Main Partner Remark by Ryotaro Horii, Global Business Development, and presented four Tenchijin Poster Awards. Representing Japan’s space industry, Tenchijin also co-hosted a workshop for approximately 400 students with the Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA).
Tenchijin members with the members from MYSA
Workshop: “Eyes from Space: Solving Everyday Problems with Satellite Data”
After live quizzes on satellites, Yasuo Shirai, Vice President of Engineering, showed how optical, thermal-infrared and radar satellites observe water, farmland, forests and disasters — including Tenchijin’s own KnoWaterleak. In a hands-on challenge, students acting as a city mayor decided where to build a new hospital by combining satellite and ground data. His closing message: satellite data becomes truly powerful only when paired with local knowledge and human ideas.
Yasuo Shirai – VP of Engineering, Tenchijin Inc | Japan
“The energy of the 400 students in that hall was extraordinary. Their questions on water, agriculture and the environment are exactly the problems we tackle with satellite data every day. Co-hosting with MYSA showed that the distance between an Asian classroom and space technology is far shorter than students imagine, and I hope some of them will one day build this industry with us.”
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Tenchijin Inc.
Tenchijin Inc. is a space technology company developing satellite-data solutions for infrastructure management. Its flagship product, Tenchijin COMPASS KnoWaterleak, combines satellite data and AI to detect and prevent water leaks, achieving up to 65% cost reduction and 85% time savings in field tests, and received the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Prize at the 7th Infrastructure Maintenance Grand Prize.
Jungheinrich marks 25 years of presence in Singapore, as country’s backbone for material flow of goods and a driver of sustainable intralogistics solutions, with more than 7,000 machines in the market and over 100 warehouse solutions implemented
Jungheinrich Singapore established itself as one of the few full-liner suppliers of material handling equipment and solutions in the country, and the pioneer of electrification, with an estimate market share of 25% in electrified machines
Milestone marked with an anniversary dinner on 28 August 2026, attended by Guests of Honour: Thomas Motak, Deputy Head of Mission of the Federal Republic of Germany to Singapore, and Nadine Despineux, Member of the Board of Management, Chief Sales Officer, Jungheinrich
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 August 2026 – Jungheinrich, a global leader in sustainable material handling solutions, celebrated 25 years of presence in Singapore as country’s backbone for material flow of goods and a driver of sustainable intralogistics solutions, with more than 7,000 machines in the market and over 100 total warehouse solutions implemented.
Jungheinrich Singapore celebrates 25 years of material flow excellence, marking the milestone with Managing Director, Singapore and Malaysia, Benedict Kothe; Guest of Honour Thomas Motak, Deputy Head of Mission of the Federal Republic of Germany to Singapore; Jungheinrich Chief Sales Officer Nadine Despineux; and key industry leaders and guests.
On 28 August 2026, Jungheinrich celebrated this silver jubilee with an anniversary gala dinner at Pan Pacific Orchard Singapore, graced by Guests of Honour: Thomas Motak, Deputy Head of Mission of the Federal Republic of Germany to Singapore, and Nadine Despineux, Member of the Board of Management, Chief Sales Officer, Jungheinrich, alongside key attendees such as, Manojit Acharya, Vice President – Asia Pacific & Managing Director, India, Benedict Kothe, Managing Director, Singapore and Malaysia, Jungheinrich, Jens Rübbert, President of the European Chamber of Commerce, Singapore, Soo Haw Yun, Vice President, Global Enterprises, Singapore Economic Development Board, and the various Jungheinrich teams, customers and partners in the APAC region.
A special toast was raised to mark Jungheinrich Singapore’s 25-year journey and its evolution into a strategic hub for Asia-Pacific (APAC). Established on 21 February 2001 as the first country unit in APAC, Jungheinrich Singapore is now part of a regional network spanning eight country units and 14 partner companies, supported by over 1,500 employees. The Singapore operation oversees key regional functions including training, automation, dealer management, sales, customer service and human resources, with the APAC spare parts distribution centre also based here.
Jungheinrich has also established itself as one of the few full-liner suppliers of material handling equipment and solutions in Singapore, offering warehouse trucks, racking, automation, digital solutions and customer service all under one roof. The Singapore team, comprising of 150 employees, works closely with Jungheinrich’s partners across APAC, supporting the company’s regional reach and market development.
Over the past 25 years, Jungheinrich Singapore has pioneered the adoption of electric material handling equipment in the country, with an estimated 25% share of the electrified machines market. Its team of 50 technicians strive to provide industry-benchmark service, supporting the logistics sector’s shift towards more efficient and professional operations. In recognition of its innovation and education initiatives, Jungheinrich Singapore was named Supply Chain Innovator of the Year (CSR) at the prestigious Supply Chain Asia Awards 2025, and has also achieved Great Place To Work® Certified™ status.
Notably, Jungheinrich Singapore was the first in APAC to open a Jungheinrich Experience Centre, established in May 2024, to showcase product innovation and illustrate how material flow interacts within a warehouse setting. The centre has since welcomed visitors including Kuehne & Nagel, Supply Chain Asia, the German Embassy in Singapore, and a slew of students from Republic Polytechnic (Singapore) and the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland).
Jungheinrich Singapore has also played an active role in supporting the local community, serving as the official logistics sponsor for the annual National Day Parade for 2 consecutive years in 2025 and 2026, deploying electric forklifts, pallet trucks and reach trucks to help distribute close to 250,000 fun packs to spectators. The organisation also donated warehouse trucks to support Willing Hearts and Food Bank Singapore in their operations, and provided pallet jacks and forklifts for the United Buddy Bears Exhibition at Gardens by the Bay in September 2025, which marked the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Singapore and Germany.
Looking ahead, Jungheinrich Singapore will focus on developing localised automation solutions, expanding the rollout of AntOn by Jungheinrich, and introducing sustainable material handling solutions tailored to customers across APAC. Building on the launch of its first electric van in July 2025, the organisation is also targeting a fully green-energy service fleet by 2030, supporting its commitment to Carbon Neutrality by 2030 for Scope 1 emissions.
“As we celebrate 25 years in Singapore, we are proud of the strong foundation we have built with 150 intralogistics experts who support our customers across industries. Our journey has been defined by innovation, partnership, and a commitment to improving material flow efficiency. Looking ahead, we remain focused on helping businesses enhance productivity, increase warehouse safety and quality, and achieve sustainable growth through advanced material handling solutions,” said Benedict Kothe, Managing Director, Singapore and Malaysia, Jungheinrich.
“We congratulate Jungheinrich on 25 years in Singapore. Over the years, Jungheinrich has grown its Singapore operations into a strategic APAC hub, driving initiatives such as automation, innovation, and sustainability. We look forward to deepening our partnership with Jungheinrich as it contributes to Singapore’s logistics sector and develops solutions for the region,” said Soo Haw Yun, Vice President, Singapore Economic Development Board.
As Jungheinrich Singapore enters its next chapter, the organisation remains committed to supporting customers’ growth with innovative, sustainable and increasingly automated material handling solutions.Hashtag: #Jungheinrich #Manufacturing #Logistics
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Jungheinrich Singapore
As one of the world’s leading providers of material handling solutions, Jungheinrich has advanced the development of innovative, sustainable products and solutions for material flows for more than 70 years. The family-owned, listed business generated revenue of €5.5 billion in the 2025 financial year with a workforce of over 21,000, and service and sales companies across 42 countries. In APAC, the company has established eight country units and over 14 partner companies, supported by over 1,500 employees. Established in Singapore in 2001, Jungheinrich Singapore marks its 25th anniversary in 2026 as the company’s strategic hub for the region.
Strategic Collaboration Targets Over US$22 Million in Sales
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 September 2026 – Wellcome, Hong Kong’s longest established supermarket chain with the largest store network, has announced a strategic partnership with CJ Foods, South Korea’s largest food company and a leading force in the globalisation of K-food with its bibigo™ brand. Marked by a signing ceremony in Seoul, the collaboration will further strengthen Wellcome’s Korean food offering, bringing a wider selection of authentic Korean favourites to customers across the stores at Wellcome and Market Place stores across Hong Kong.
Darren Chan, Managing Director, Food, Hong Kong & Macau at DFI Retail Group (Right) and Teresa Bae, Chief Business and Strategy Officer at CJ Foods (Left), joined their respective teams at the partnership signing ceremony held in Seoul, marking a strategic collaboration to bring more Korean food choices to customers in Hong Kong through Wellcome and Market Place.
The collaboration is expected to generate more than US$22 million in sales, and will significantly expand the Korean product assortment at Wellcome and Market Place across key categories, including groceries, chilled foods, Korean-inspired ready meals, snacks, frozen meals and healthy meals.
The partnership aligns with Wellcome’s ongoing strategy to broaden its international product assortment, drive innovation and stay attuned to evolving consumer tastes, while bringing more sought-after global brands to customers in Hong Kong. To mark the partnership, over 30 products have been featured in Wellcome’s popular Everyday Value price-lock programme, reinforcing Wellcome’s commitment to delivering quality products at great value for customers.
Bringing Over 100 Korean Products to Hong Kong Customers
As demand for Korean food continues to grow in Hong Kong, spanning everyday grocery essentials, frozen meals and ready-to-eat favourites, Wellcome continues to strengthen its international product range, bringing sought-after global brands and greater choice to customers.
Through the partnership with CJ, Wellcome will introduce new products across multiple categories and targets bringing over 100 Korean food products from CJ Foods to its store network in phases. The expanded range will give customers greater access to authentic Korean flavours and a wider variety of quality food choices.
Among the exclusive products launching at Wellcome are the Bibigo tofu and Bibigo kimchi. Made using traditional Korean recipes with carefully fermented napa cabbage, the kimchi offers a versatile Korean side dish that combines authentic flavours with everyday convenience.
Delivering Greater Value Through Everyday Value
At Wellcome, providing customers with quality products at great value remains a key priority. Since its launch in 2025, the Everyday Value price-lock programme has demonstrated Wellcome’s commitment to helping customers better manage their everyday grocery spending while enjoying dependable quality.
Over 30 products from CJ Foods have been featured in the Everyday Value programme, with prices locked. The initiative allows customers to enjoy popular Korean products at stable, competitive prices without compromising on quality.
Darren Chan, Managing Director, Food, Hong Kong & Macau, DFI Retail Group, said: “At Wellcome, we are committed to offering customers quality products from around the world while delivering exceptional value every day.
Korean food has become an increasingly important category for Hong Kong consumers, reflecting growing interest in both Korean cuisine and culture. Through our partnership with CJ, we are bringing trusted Korean brands closer to our customers, while leveraging our extensive store network and Everyday Value programme to make these products more accessible than ever.”
Teresa Bae, Chief Business and Strategy Officer, CJ Foods, said: “This partnership marks a new foothold for the growth of our K-food business in Hong Kong, one of the world’s leading global business hubs. With delicious bibigo products, we will deliver the distinctive flavors of K-food to Hong Kong consumers.”
From 4 Sep to 17 Sep, 2026, CJ products will be available at the Korean Food Fair at Wellcome and Market Place.
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Wellcome
Established in 1945, Wellcome is Hong Kong’s longest established supermarket chain with the largest store network. Since 1964, the company has been wholly owned by DFI Retail Group and serves as the Group’s key supermarket brand in its food business. Together with Market Place, 3hreesixty and Oliver’s, Wellcome operates a network of over 325 stores serving more than 14 million customers every month.
With the mission of “Always Fresh, Always Value and Always Here for You”, we take pride and passion in providing a quality range of fresh and grocery products, great value and an exciting shopping experience to help our customers save more and enjoy more. As a market-leading supermarket, Wellcome constantly innovates to serve our communities better. In 2021, it introduced a new format, Wellcome Fresh, which offers great value and high-quality fresh produce in an environment that combines the atmosphere of a wet market with the convenience of a supermarket. In 2025, Wellcome launched “Everyday Value” price commitment, locking prices on over 500 fresh & grocery essentials for customers. More recently, it has accelerated its e-Commerce development, enhancing the omnichannel customer journey by offering a more convenient, flexible and personalised grocery shopping experience. For more information about Wellcome, please visit http://www.wellcome.com.hk.
CJ Foods
CJ Foods, a business unit of CJ CheilJedang, is a global food company delivering a variety of products ranging from food ingredients and frozen/chilled foods to appetizers. Established as Korea’s first sugar manufacturer in 1953, CJ Foods has grown to become the country’s largest food company. Today, it is leading the global food industry with its renowned Korean food brand, “bibigo.” The company operates in multiple regions worldwide including South Korea, the U.S. (as CJ Schwan’s), Japan, China, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Oceania. For more information, visit https://www.cj.co.kr/en/aboutus/business/food
Next-generation built-in oven features 350°C pizza cooking, an 81-liter capacity and smart connectivity ahead of its planned global launch in 2027.
BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – Midea will showcase its new SpaceMaster Series built-in oven at IFA 2026 in Berlin, offering an early look at its next generation of smart kitchen appliances ahead of a planned global market launch in 2027.
At the core of the SpaceMaster Series is Midea’s Graphene Turbo Hot Air Technology, designed to deliver rapid and even heat distribution. Leveraging graphene’s high thermal conductivity, the heating system responds in as little as 0.2 seconds, enabling precise temperature control while reducing preheating time.
The technology also supports a dedicated 350°C pizza program. Combined with the included refractory pizza stone, the high-temperature cooking mode is designed to produce crisp, stone-baked-style pizza at home.
Key features of the Midea SpaceMaster Series include:
Graphene Turbo Hot Air Technology: Rapid 0.2-second heating response for precise and energy-efficient cooking.
350°C Pizza Program: High-temperature cooking with a dedicated pizza stone for crisp, pizzeria-style results.
81-Liter Capacity: A spacious cavity supports simultaneous cooking across three levels with independent temperature control.
Smart and Easy-Care Design: Dual self-cleaning, A++ energy efficiency, Midea SmartHome App connectivity, and compatibility with Google Home and Amazon Alexa.
The 81-liter oven is designed for households preparing multiple dishes at once, while its multi-level cooking system enables different foods to be cooked simultaneously with individual temperature settings. A dual self-cleaning system simplifies maintenance, while connected controls provide additional flexibility for everyday use.
“Cooking at home has become more than a routine task for many consumers; it is increasingly part of how people experience quality, creativity and enjoyment in everyday life,” said a Midea spokesperson. “With the SpaceMaster Series, we are combining advanced thermal technology with intuitive operation to make professional cooking capabilities, including 350°C pizza baking, more accessible in the home.”
Hashtag: #Midea
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About Midea & Midea MOA
Midea is a global technology group ranked No. 246 on the 2025 Fortune Global 500 and No. 39 among the world’s most valuable technology brands in the Brand Finance Top 100 2026. Midea has ranked No. 1 globally in microwave appliances for 10 consecutive years (Euromonitor, 2016–2025). Its Microwave & Oven Appliance (MOA) division generated USD 3.05 billion in revenue in 2025.
Midea operates seven global R&D centers, holds more than 5,500 granted patents and serves markets in more than 160 countries and regions.
Following the success of Midea PortaSplit in Europe, Midea continues its locally focused approach to innovation. At IFA 2026, the company will showcase new laundry and floor care solutions specifically designed to meet the needs of modern European households.
BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – Different textiles, delicate garments, pet hair, liquid spills and stubborn stains are making household cleaning increasingly complex. At IFA 2026, Midea will showcase new laundry and floor care solutions under the theme “Zoned Care. Omni Clean.”, designed to address different cleaning needs in a more targeted, efficient and convenient way.
With “Zoned Care. Omni Clean.”, Midea translates these diverse needs into two clearly defined solution areas. “Zoned Care” represents a more targeted and separated approach to caring for different textiles and laundry types, while “Omni Clean” focuses on delivering comprehensive floor cleaning across different types of dirt and mess. At IFA 2026, Midea will demonstrate how this approach is brought to life through new technologies, including the Midea Omni Trio multi-drum washing machine and the Midea AT8 Ultra wet-and-dry vacuum and floor cleaner.
IFA 2026 PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Midea Omni Trio (Multi-Drum Washing Machine): Featuring three independent washing drums, each with its own Direct Drive motor and separate water flow system, the Omni Trio enables different textiles and laundry types to be washed simultaneously while remaining fully separated. Despite its multi-drum design, it maintains a compact standard height of 850 mm and can be installed without modifications to the existing laundry space. For added user comfort, the Omni Trio also carries the VDE “Low Noise” certification and, according to VDE, delivers low-noise performance that is 10% better than the requirements for Class A acoustic airborne noise emissions under EU Regulation 2019/2014.
Midea AT8 Ultra (Wet-and-Dry Vacuum & Floor Cleaner): Designed to address different floor-cleaning needs, the AT8 Ultra combines Easy Foam technology, 60°C hot water for stain removal, and an intelligent robotic arm for precise edge cleaning and the removal of residual water. The system is designed to reduce the need for additional cleaning detergent for up to one year.
With both new products, Midea is pursuing a shared approach: household appliances should adapt more closely to different lifestyles and cleaning needs — not the other way around. Through “Zoned Care. Omni Clean.”, Midea brings together targeted laundry care solutions with comprehensive floor-cleaning technologies.
Visitors to IFA 2026 will be able to experience the new products and technologies live at the Midea booth and learn more about the innovations behind them.
Hashtag: #Midea
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ABOUT MIDEA & MIDEA GROUP
Midea is a global technology company specializing in smart home appliances, climate solutions and floor care technologies, with a focus on user-centric design, energy efficiency and sustainable innovation.
JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China convened a reception alongside the Macao Economic, Trade, and Tourism Investment Promotion Seminar in Jakarta, Indonesia, on September 1, to advance multi-domain cooperation between Macao and Indonesia at both governmental and non-governmental levels. The event hosted over 120 business matching sessions, yielding more than 80 cooperation agreements across key sectors, including tourism, high-tech, healthcare, and conventions and exhibitions.
The event gathered over 350 distinguished guests, including Mr.Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR; Susiwijono Moegiarso, Secretary of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, Republic of Indonesia; and Wang Lutong, Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia. Also in attendance were members of the Macao SAR Government and entrepreneur delegations, representatives from the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia, and prominent figures from various sectors in Indonesia.
Mr.Sam Hou Fai stated that the implementation of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and the Macao SAR’s 3rd Five-Year Plan will unlock cooperation opportunities between Macao and Indonesia. He noted that Indonesia is the birthplace of the “21st Century Maritime Silk Road,” and both Macao and Indonesia are pivotal nodes along this route. Guided by the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue mechanism, the friendly cooperative ties are poised to deepen further.
In the first half of this year, international visitor to Macao rose by 6% year-on-year, with approximately 88,000 Indonesian tourists—ranking among the top source markets in Southeast Asia. This highlights the close ties between Macao and Indonesia in people-to-people exchanges, trade, and tourism. The Macao SAR Government is committed to promoting exchanges at all levels. By leveraging Macao’s role as a vital bridgehead for China’s high-level opening-up and as a “precise connector,” Macao aims to strengthen all-around, pragmatic cooperation in trade, investment, MICE, tourism, and cultural exchanges, actively contributing to a China-Indonesia community with a shared future.
Edi Prio Pambudi, Deputy Minister for International Economic Cooperation of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs of Indonesia, stated in his speech that under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, Macao has built an outstanding international reputation with its long-term stability, high degree of openness, and strong connectivity. As a vital hub for mutual learning between Chinese and Western civilizations, Macao has successfully gathered global talent, capital, and creativity. Indonesian sectors widely applaud and anticipate Macao’s economic diversification.
He noted that close economic and cultural ties have driven Macao enterprises to invest in Indonesian projects like construction and transportation. In terms of tourism, Macao welcomed over 200,000 visitors from Indonesia last year, ranking Indonesia among Macao’s top source markets in Southeast Asia. Indonesia’s visa-free policy for Macao SAR passport holders will further facilitate mutual exchanges. Looking ahead, Indonesia and Macao share vast potential for cooperation in Halal products, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and connectivity. Hashtag: #MacaoEconomicTradeandTourismInvestmentPromotionSeminar
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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – MyRepublic announced the launch of Hyperpeer, a Game Acceleration Service for gamers in Singapore and Malaysia. The service is open to gamers regardless of which internet service provider they use. Hyperpeer optimises gaming-related routing for supported online games, helping to deliver an enhanced gaming experience with up to 30% reduction in ping.
Hyperpeer, a Game Acceleration Service for gamers.
A 24-month subscription to Hyperpeer is also included with MyRepublic’s GAMER+ Broadband Plans, further strengthening the company’s commitment to meeting the increasing needs of the gaming community.
Hyperpeer
Available as a standalone subscription, Hyperpeer automatically optimises routing by selecting the shortest available route to the game server, helping deliver lower latency, packet loss and jitter. With its private network dedicated exclusively to gaming traffic and not shared with other bandwidth-intensive activities such as video streaming, large downloads or file transfers, the service is designed to ensure dedicated gaming performance without compromise.
Gamers can enjoy a seamless experience with one-click connection and automatic route optimisation by downloading a lightweight desktop application designed with low PC requirements in mind. Customers can also access round-the-clock assistance through Hyperpeer’s dedicated 24/7 helpdesk.
Hyperpeer is available at an introductory price of S$6.90 per month (usual price: S$9.90 per month) for the first 100 customers. Following the launch, MyRepublic will continue to enhance the service with more supported games, new features, regular updates, network expansion and optimisation, and with more supported countries to be added in 2027.
Gamers are also welcome to request the games they would like to be included as part of upcoming enhancements. To do that, they can simply do so via the Hyperpeer website.
MyRepublic’s GAMER+ Broadband Plans
Hyperpeer has also been added to MyRepublic’s newly launched GAMER+ broadband plans, further enhancing the ultra-low latency gaming experience enabled by the current custom network routing of optimised routes MyRepublic GAMER broadband users are familiar with.
This follows the recent launch of the Dreamcore x MyRepublic RTX5060TiGaming PC, the ASUS T1 RTX 5070 Graphics Card Bundle, and a refresh of gaming routers, as MyRepublic continues to enhance its propositions to better serve the gaming community.
“With the launch of Hyperpeer and our new GAMER+ proposition, we are redefining the gaming connectivity landscape. While we continue to enhance our GAMER plans, we also recognise that gamers deserve great experiences regardless of who their internet provider is. That’s why we’re introducing solutions that benefit gamers across Singapore, including Malaysia, and eventually the wider region. Our ambition is to make a better gaming experiences more accessible and continue supporting the community we’ve proudly championed since day one.” said Lawrence Chan, Managing Director and Chief AI Officer, MyRepublic.
Get started
New users can activate a complimentary 7-day free trial before selecting a subscription plan with an early bird launch special promo currently ongoing.
Visit https://hyperpeer.net to create an account, start your free trial, and discover the MyRepublic gaming experience. Hashtag: #Hyperpeer #MyRepublic #Gaming #GameAcceleration #GamingConnectivity #OnlineGaming #Gamer
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MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd
MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based telecommunications provider delivering high-speed broadband, managed services, and connectivity solutions to consumers and businesses. MyRepublic serves the SME segment with business internet plans, managed IT services, and cybersecurity solutions designed for growing companies. For more information, visit https://myrepublic.net/sg/.
The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore clarified that The Mineral Boutique Limited was not part of the DNA Brands investigation, as the Hong Kong beauty and wellness company looks to its next phase of growth across Asia
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – The Mineral Boutique Limited, the Hong Kong-registered owner of The Mineral Boutique brand and trademarks, welcomes the clarification issued by the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (“CCS”) concerning its investigation into DNA Brands Co Pte Ltd.
In its clarification of 11 August 2026, CCS confirmed that references to The Mineral Boutique concerned specific Singapore outlets operated by DNA Brands, and that The Mineral Boutique Limited was not subject to the investigation. This distinction has subsequently been reflected in updated media reporting.
CCS stated:
“The Mineral Boutique Limited, and any outlets other than those named above trading under The Mineral Boutique brand trademarks, were not subject to this investigation.”
The distinction is important: operating particular retail outlets under a brand name is separate from ownership or management of the underlying brand.
Because the relevant Singapore outlets traded under The Mineral Boutique name, earlier public reporting sometimes conflated operation of those particular outlets with ownership or management of the underlying brand. The CCS clarification allows that distinction to be reflected accurately in the continuing public record.
The Mineral Boutique Limited supports the continued identification of the relevant Singapore outlets where necessary to assist consumers and the CCS refund process. The company has asked publishers only to ensure that the continuing public record accurately distinguishes those DNA Brands-operated outlets from The Mineral Boutique Limited and its wider business.
CCS’s refund scheme identifies the relevant Singapore outlets at Jewel Changi Airport, NEX and Wheelock Place among the outlets operated by DNA Brands. Consumers who may be eligible for the refund scheme can continue to contact the Consumers Association of Singapore (“CASE”) directly.
Building the Next Phase of The Mineral Boutique
With this distinction now reflected in the official record, The Mineral Boutique is focused on its next stage of development.
The Mineral Boutique is a beauty and wellness concept with an established retail and spa presence across Hong Kong and Macau. Its approach brings together mineral-powered skincare, professional treatments, advanced beauty technology and wellness within an integrated customer experience.
The brand has received consecutive recognition from Vogue Hong Kong, including Best Beauty Flash at the 2025 Vogue Hong Kong Beauty Awards and Best Anti-Aging Mask at the 2026 awards.
Kimmy Lee, Chief Commercial Officer of The Mineral Boutique Limited, said:
“The Mineral Boutique will continue to grow across Asia through a more holistic approach that connects skincare, advanced beauty technology, professional treatments and wellness.
“An upcoming collaboration with Paris-based 48 Collagen Café is one example of how we are extending the customer experience beyond traditional beauty retail.
“We remain focused on innovation, trusted partnerships and consistently high standards of service as we build the next chapter of The Mineral Boutique across the region.”
The Mineral Boutique Limited will continue working constructively with media, partners and other stakeholders to ensure the public record remains accurate while advancing its long-term growth strategy across Asia.
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About The Mineral Boutique Limited
The Mineral Boutique Limited is a Hong Kong-registered company and owner of The Mineral Boutique brand and trademarks.
The Mineral Boutique combines premium skincare, professional treatments, advanced beauty technology and wellness experiences, with an established retail and spa presence across Hong Kong and Macau.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – Starjoy (3662) announced its interim results for the first half of 2026. The Company’s net profit was RMB23.1 million, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 10%. Core net profit amounted to RMB43.7 million. Basic earnings per share was RMB2.87 cents. The Company declared its first interim dividend, implying an annualized dividend yield of approximately 4.8%. It will continue to strive to enhance corporate value, foster sustainable development, and deliver long‑term returns and value to shareholders.
In recent years, the macro‑economic environment and real estate sector have remained uncertain, and market pressures persist. However, the Company has proactively adjusted its strategy, taking “long-term sustainability” as the core of its development and actively withdrawn from projects with risks, persistently low collection rates, and sustained cash flow losses, while actively improving service quality, focusing on management, rigorously controlling costs, and optimising supplier payment terms. As a result, the Company is well‑positioned to navigate market volatility, with greater focus on managing competitive projects so as to stabilise and mitigate adverse financial impacts. The Company anticipates that these strategic adjustments will yield results, financial impacts will stabilise and the strategy will deliver tangible outcomes going forward.
Looking ahead, the Company will continue to implement its prudent strategy and proactively respond to the challenges of the external economic environment and markets through resilient operational management. In terms of development strategies, the Company will break conventional mindsets, strive to optimise and adjust its management portfolio, and actively pursue new business areas. These include overseas property management projects, real estate and property management-related industries, as well as proactive transformation into new areas such as smart communities and artificial intelligence (AI).
It will also actively advance technology implementation and focus on applied research for smart communities and AI, to foster the digital transformation of traditional property management. Meanwhile, aligned with national strategics and seizing the opportunities of the times, the Company will conduct in‑depth research across sectors including intelligence-driven development, China’s silver economy, the elderly-care industry and community-based elderly care renovation. This will help build new competitive strengths and growth inflection points, while the Company remains committed to enhancing long‑term value for shareholders and the enterprise.
Moreover, the Company has declared its first interim dividend, demonstrating management’s resolve to proactively reward shareholders. The Company looks forward to sharing the business progress and returns with all shareholders and investors, as it continues to optimise its business portfolio and pursue transformational development.
Hashtag: #Starjoy
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90% of investors targeting Hong Kong are actively pursuing repositioning or change-of-use strategies
Student accommodation and conversion-led strategies continue to drive Living sector investment activity in Hong Kong
85% of investors across APAC expect to increase Living investment over the next five years
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2026 – Hong Kong ranked fifth among Asia Pacific’s (APAC) preferred Living investment destinations in Cushman & Wakefield’s inaugural APAC Living Investor Survey 2026, with investors increasingly pursuing student accommodation, repositioning and conversion opportunities to gain exposure to the sector’s long-term growth prospects.
Among respondents who ranked Hong Kong among their preferred investment destinations, 90% are actively considering repositioning or change-of-use opportunities, highlighting the growing importance of conversion-led strategies in addressing the city’s Living sector supply constraints.
Rosanna Tang, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Research, Hong Kong at Cushman & Wakefield, said: “In Hong Kong, recent market transactions show that investors are approaching the Living sector through a value-add lens, particularly through conversion opportunities and student accommodation assets. Since 2021, the market has recorded US$1.63 billion (HK$12.8 billion) of student housing conversion related transactions across 24 deals, including US$739.9 million (HK$5.8 billion) from 10 deals in the first seven months of 2026, involving a broad spectrum of investors. This strong momentum reflects renewed interest from institutional capital, including the return of real estate funds, as investors seek exposure to resilient, education-linked residential assets underpinned by the city’s persistent accommodation shortage and growing student population.”
Investor Conviction Remains Strong Across APAC
Beyond Hong Kong, investor conviction across the APAC Living sector remains strong, with 85% of investors planning to increase Living investment over the next five years and respondents collectively indicating an estimated US$33.2 billion (HK$260.28 billion) of Living-sector deployment over the same period.
The survey found that Living is becoming an increasingly important real estate allocation across the region, supported by resilient demand fundamentals and investor preference for stabilised, income-producing assets. Notably, a third of respondents with diversified real estate portfolios expect Living to account for more than 30% of their real estate portfolio within five years, underscoring the sector’s growing importance in institutional investment strategies.
Conal Newland, International Director, Head of Living, APAC at Cushman & Wakefield, said: “Our inaugural APAC Living Investor Survey reinforces the growing institutionalisation of the sector across the region. Despite heightened economic and geopolitical uncertainty, investors continue to view Living as a long-term strategic allocation supported by resilient demand fundamentals, defensive income characteristics and strong structural growth drivers. The fact that 85% of respondents intend to increase Living investment over the next five years highlights how Living is evolving from an alternative investment strategy into a core institutional real estate allocation.”
Australia and Japan Lead Investor Preferences
Australia/New Zealand and Japan emerged as the region’s most preferred Living investment destinations, ranking clearly ahead of other APAC markets. Japan’s position reflects its scale, liquidity and status as APAC’s most mature institutional multifamily market, while Australia’s housing undersupply and strong rental fundamentals continue to underpin long-term growth potential. Singapore, South Korea and Hong Kong form the next tier of preferred markets, although deployment continues to be constrained by scale, regulation and pricing.
Demand for Stabilised Assets Outpaces Supply
The survey also found that investors are increasingly favouring stabilised, income-producing and defensive Living assets. Recent market volatility has prompted 50% of respondents to report a greater preference for stabilised assets, yet the availability of standing institutional-grade stock remains limited across much of APAC.
This supply-demand imbalance is increasingly pushing investors towards alternative routes to market. Nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents are actively considering repositioning or change-of-use strategies, while joint ventures emerged as the most likely deal structure over the next one to three years. Office and hotel conversions are also becoming an increasingly important source of Living supply in markets such as Singapore and Hong Kong.
Josh Rose-Nokes, Director, Living Research, APAC at Cushman & Wakefield, said: “What stands out is not a shortage of capital, but a shortage of investable stock. Investors increasingly want stabilised, income-producing Living assets, yet much of APAC lacks sufficient institutional-grade product to satisfy that demand. This mismatch is driving greater competition for stabilised assets and accelerating interest in repositioning, conversions and partnership-led deployment strategies.”
The gap between buyer and seller expectations was identified as the leading investment challenge by 44% of respondents, followed by development viability at 29%. Limited transaction evidence and inconsistent market transparency were also highlighted as barriers to pricing assets accurately and deploying capital efficiently.
About the Survey
The inaugural APAC Living Investor Survey 2026 draws on insights from institutional investors, fund managers, listed property groups and specialist Living-sector participants across APAC, representing approximately 224,000 units or beds. For the purposes of this survey, diversified respondents refer to investors with exposure across multiple real estate sectors and exclude Living-only specialists. The survey was fielded in Q2 2026 during the Middle East hostilities and provides insights into investor sentiment, capital allocation trends and investment priorities across the APAC Living sector. Estimated five-year capital deployment figures were derived from banded responses using midpoints.
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About Cushman & Wakefield’s Living Platform
Cushman & Wakefield’s Living platform provides integrated advisory services to investors, developers, and operators across the residential investment spectrum, including multifamily, build-to-rent, purpose-built student accommodation, co-living, and senior living. The team delivers integrated advisory across capital markets, valuation, development consultancy, and asset strategy, supported by proprietary research and a region-wide Asia Pacific network, as well as dedicated research and consultancy professionals who provide strategic insights and execution capabilities across the region. Click here for additional information.
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About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In Greater China, a network of 23 offices serves local markets across the region. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core services of Valuation, Consulting, Project & Development Services, Capital Markets, Project & Occupier Services, Industrial & Logistics, Retail, and others. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.hk or follow us on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/cushman-&-wakefield-greater-china).
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