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  • iFLYTEK Affirms Singapore as Strategic AI Hub Amid Regional Expansion at Gitex Asia 2026

    SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2026 – iFLYTEK, a leading Chinese AI and intelligent speech technology company, reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Singapore as the command center for Southeast Asian operations during the second day of Gitex Asia 2026 on April 10. Company executives detailed the firm’s robust local growth trajectory and its approach to navigating the nuanced linguistic landscape of the region.

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    Founded in 1999 and currently valued at over SGD 20 billion, iFLYTEK has accelerated its overseas footprint since 2019. According to data shared during the event, the company established its Singapore office in 2024 and has already surpassed 10,000 units in hardware sales, generating approximately RMB 200 million (SGD 40-50 million) in revenue. Regional business growth exceeded 200 percent last year, a figure executives described as exceeding internal forecasts.

    “Singapore’s National AI Strategy 2.0 positions multilingual capability as fundamental infrastructure,” a company spokesperson stated. “Our advantage lies not merely in translation, but in integrating real-time, mixed-language processing into enterprise workflows—such as our smart notetakers that transcribe and summarize meetings conducted in blended English, Mandarin, and Malay without manual language switching.”

    The company highlighted deepening local partnerships, including collaboration with platforms like Shopee for supply chain services, local broadcasters for multilingual subtitle generation, and major transportation hubs for communication solutions.

    Addressing concerns regarding workforce displacement, iFLYTEK emphasized a philosophy of augmentation over replacement. “AI handles repetitive mechanical tasks, allowing professionals to focus on context, emotion, and creative strategy—domains where human expertise remains irreplaceable,” the spokesperson noted. The firm is actively supporting workforce transition through internal role re-skilling and user education programs.

    On geopolitical shifts, iFLYTEK acknowledged a recalibration of global strategy, noting that while the Middle East remains a key pillar, recent events have prompted an accelerated investment in Southeast Asia. The company projects both its Singapore-based headcount and overall business scale to grow by over 50 percent within the coming year, driven by new product launches in wearable AI and deeper localized development.

    In conclusion, iFLYTEK’s deepening investment in Singapore signals more than commercial expansion—it represents a strategic alignment with the nation’s vision for inclusive, multilingual AI. As the company scales its local workforce and product ecosystem, it aims to demonstrate that technological progress and workforce empowerment can advance in parallel across Southeast Asia.

    Hashtag: #iFLYTEK

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  • Innomotics drives electrification of industrial heat processes with industrial heat pump solutions

    Innomotics drives electrification of industrial heat processes with industrial heat pump solutions

    • Significant reductions in energy consumption, CO₂ emissions, and operating costs for energy-intensive industries
    • Growing demand highlights strong market potential for sustainable heating technologies

    NUREMBERG, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 21 April 2026 – Innomotics, a globally leading supplier of electric motors and large drive systems, is advancing the decarbonization of industrial heat processes with its solutions for industrial heat pumps. By electrifying the heat process, companies can significantly improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and lower long-term operating costs.

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    Industrial heating is one of the largest contributors to global energy consumption, with more than 70 percent of process heat still generated from fossil fuels. Industrial heat pumps offer a highly efficient alternative by upgrading ambient and waste heat to usable temperature levels of up to 150°C. This makes them a key technology for reducing CO₂ emissions and achieving global climate targets.

    The electrification of heat processes is a critical step in industrial transformation. Heat pumps deliver thermal output several times higher than the electrical energy input, making them one of the most efficient technologies for converting electricity into heat. When powered by renewable energy, CO₂ emissions can be virtually eliminated.

    Innomotics provides a comprehensive portfolio of high- and low-voltage motors as well as medium-voltage drives to ensure reliable and efficient operation of heat pump compressors. The systems are designed for maximum availability, enabling operation for up to five years without scheduled shutdowns, and can be seamlessly integrated into existing industrial processes.

    In addition to environmental benefits, operators gain from significantly lower operating costs, reduced maintenance requirements, and system availability of up to 99.9 percent. Industrial heat pumps also enable new opportunities for waste heat recovery and integration into district heating networks.

    A flagship example is the largest heat pump system in the Netherlands, where heat is recovered daily from 65 million liters of treated wastewater. With Innomotics solutions, the system supplies district heating to around 20,000 households, covers approximately 15 percent of regional heat demand, and reduces CO₂ emissions by about 30,000 tons annually.

    “Industrial heat pumps are a key technology for the energy transition and energy addition. They enable efficient use of existing heat sources while significantly reducing emissions. With our drive solutions, we provide the foundation for a sustainable and economically viable heat supply in industry,” says Michael Reichle, CEO of Innomotics.

    He adds, “Operators are under pressure to make their processes both more efficient and more sustainable. Our technologies offer a scalable and economically a very attractive solution that supports the transition to electrified, low-carbon industrial operations.”

    Recently awarded industrial heat pumps projects

    Innomotics supplies key drive technology for world’s largest industrial heat pump at BASF, Germany:
    Innomotics GmbH has received a major order from Piller Blowers & Compressors GmbH to deliver 11 water-cooled HV M high-voltage motors and GH180HC medium-voltage converters. The systems will be deployed in the world’s most powerful industrial heat pump at BASF in Ludwigshafen.

    Designed specifically for the requirements of PILLER and BASF, the Innomotics solutions combine compact design, high efficiency, and long-term reliability. The heat pump system will generate up to 500,000 tons of steam per year, while the water-cooled drive technology ensures low noise emissions and efficient, continuous operation.

    Largest heat pump system in the Netherlands supplies 20k households with sustainable district heat
    The Dutch energy company Eneco is pursuing climate neutrality by leveraging aquathermal energy from wastewater to supply district heating networks in Utrecht and Nieuwegein. At the core of the Netherlands’ largest heat pump system, advanced motor and drive solutions from Innomotics enable the recovery of heat from around 65 million liters of treated wastewater per day. This results in a highly efficient and sustainable solution: approximately 30,000 tons of CO₂ emissions are saved annually, around 20,000 households are supplied with district heating, about 15 percent of Utrecht’s heat demand is covered, and 27 MW of thermal energy is generated.

    Innomotics powers wastewater-based district heating in Amiens, France:
    With high-performance motor and drive solutions from Innomotics, Amiens Énergies is transforming treated wastewater into sustainable district heating. At the core of the system, 24 compact SD motors drive six large ammonia heat pumps, generating 18 MW of clean heat and supplying around 26,800 households.

    By recovering thermal energy from 8.5 million m³ of wastewater annually, the solution reduces CO₂ emissions by approximately 41,000 tons per year while enabling a renewable energy share of over 70 percent. The robust and efficient Innomotics motors ensure reliable continuous operation under demanding industrial conditions, making the project a benchmark for climate-neutral urban heating.

    Innomotics enables efficient industrial heat pump operation in Finland:
    At a major industrial heat pump installation in Finland, Innomotics supplied advanced drive technology to increase overall plant efficiency in a connected paper mill.

    Innomotics delivered a variable frequency drive for a centrifugal compressor, supporting a 6.1 MW motor (6.6 kV, 2-pole). The system recovers process heat and feeds it back into operations, improving efficiency while reducing energy consumption and emissions.

    Additional Industrial Heat Pumps materials:
    Our benefits and solutions for industrial heat pump technology
    Explore the 3D visualization in our virtual world: Innomotics Electrosphere

    For more information, visit https://www.innomotics.com/hub/en/applications/industrial-heat-pumps
    Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/innomotics

    For more information, visit www.innomotics.com.

    Hashtag: #Innomotics

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  • Media OutReach Newswire、東南アジア担当マネージングパートナーにPamela Phuaを任命、シンガポールおよび東南アジアのブランドのグローバル市場への進出を支援

    Media OutReach Newswire、東南アジア担当マネージングパートナーにPamela Phuaを任命、シンガポールおよび東南アジアのブランドのグローバル市場への進出を支援

    シンガポール – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年4月21日 – アジア太平洋地域初にして唯一の国際的なプレスリリース配信サービスであるMedia OutReach Newswireは、東南アジア担当マネージングパートナーにPamela Phuaを任命しました。このリーダー職は、シンガポール、マレーシア、タイ、ベトナム、インドネシア、フィリピンにおいて当社の成長を推進し、グローバル市場で企業としての評判とブランドとしての信頼性を構築したい東南アジアのブランドの高まる需要に対応するために新設されました。

    Media OutReach Newswire、東南アジア担当マネージングパートナーにPamela Phuaを任命
    Media OutReach Newswire、東南アジア担当マネージングパートナーにPamela Phuaを任命

    PamelaはPRや統合コミュニケーションの分野で20年以上の経験を有しています。Media OutReach Newswireのグローバルプレスリリース配信を利用してきたPamelaは、ドメインオーソリティ―を持つ実在のメディアへのプレスリリース掲載保証、独自の国際メディアデータベースによる20万人超の実在するジャーナリストや編集者との直接的な接点を活用したアーンドメディア露出の獲得、配信後のデータインサイト付きレポート機能、そしてクライアントが施策の効果を明確かつ測定可能な形で把握できる、経営層向けの先駆的なPR施策分析インテリジェンスレポートなど、当社の中核的な取り組みを直接的に実感してきました。

    「私は、ブランドが国外に広報活動を展開し、ジャーナリストとつながり、国境を超えたメディアリレーションを構築し、アーンドメディア露出を獲得するあり方を、Media OutReach Newswireが本当の意味で変革するのを見てきました。ドメイン信頼性の高い権威あるニュースサイトへの原文転載を保証することで、今や世界中の人々のブランド認知を左右するAIモデルに、重要なメッセージが引用されるようになります。これは、PR、広報、マーケティングの担当者が今非常に求めている機能です」とPamelaは述べています。

    さらに「実在のニュースサイトへの掲載を保証し、キャンペーンのキーメッセージ配信を完全にコントロールしてPRのインパクトを最大化し、さらに、質の高いアーンドメディアへの露出を実現します。東南アジアの最も志の高い企業や戦略広報担当者が地域の成長のストーリーを発信するうえで、当社が主要なパートナーであることに感銘を受けています」と付け加えました。

    この任命に先立ち、Media OutReach Newswireでは大中華圏担当マネージングパートナーにKitty Leeを任命するなど、アジアのブランド、企業、政府を世界のジャーナリストや読者とつなぐ戦略的な取り組みを進めています。

    「東洋からグローバルへ」のストーリーをSEOGEOAI引用、アーンドメディアにより推進

    東南アジアでは、地域で自信を得て、世界に目を向ける新世代のブランドが誕生しています。同時に、大中華圏と東南アジアの貿易・投資の連携が深まり、アジア域内におけるコミュニケーションが広がるとともに、アジアから世界に向けた展開も拡大しています。

    Media OutReach Newswireの創業者兼最高経営責任者のJennifer Kokは次のように述べています。「アジアがグローバルな革新の推進力として構造的に変化する中で、アジアのブランドは東南アジア全域、ASEAN、アジア太平洋、そして国際市場へと事業を拡大しています。Media OutReach Newswireの総合的なPR・広報ソリューションでは、これらのブランドが、ジャーナリスト、編集者、投資家、顧客と信頼関係を構築できるような企業メッセージやブランドメッセージを創出できるよう支援することに注力しています。」

    AI引用を重要視するMedia OutReach Newswireでは、クライアントのプレスリリースの技術インフラストラクチャーを強化し、AIに認識されやすくするため、先日、JSON-LD(JavaScript Object Notation for Linked Data)スキーママークアップを導入しました。当社は今後もプレスリリース配信ネットワーク、ワークフロー、配信後レポート機能の全体でAIの採用を進めます。

    AIアルゴリズムが信頼するのは実在メディアに掲載されたニュースであり、Media OutReach Newswireのリリース掲載保証により、AIに発見される可能性が高くなります。当社がシンガポールおよびアジア太平洋(APAC)地域でリリースの掲載を保証するパートナーには、Asia News Network (ANN)、AsiaOne、CNA、Vulcan Post、MoneyFM89.3、Malay Mail、The Sun Daily、Dagang News、MySinchew、Vietnam News、Vietnam Plus、The Manila Timesその他多くの主力メディアが含まれます。

    Jenniferは、加えて次のように述べました。「APAC、米国、カナダ、英国、欧州、そして中南米、中東、アフリカに広がるグローバルなプレスリリース配信ネットワークを展開する当社は、東南アジアの企業や政府が長く続くブランドエクイティと信頼を世界的に構築できるよう支援できる独自の立場にあります。Pamelaを迎えることで、SEOとGEOの双方に加え、国際的なアーンドメディアの獲得を推進できる当社独自の強みをクライアントが活用できるよう支援していきたいと考えています。」

    この8年間、PamelaはRuder Finn、Ogilvy PR、Omnicom PR Groupなどのコンサルティング会社で上級管理職を歴任し、その前は社内の立場において、航空会社のHK Expressでマーケティング・PRの責任者を、航空会社のScoot(SIA Group傘下)で広報・ゲストリレーションズの責任者を務めました。

    Hashtag: #MediaOutReachNewswire #pressrelease #SoutheastAsia #Singapore




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    Media OutReach Newswireについて

    Media OutReach Newswireは、アジア太平洋地域初の国際的なプレスリリース配信サービスであり、地域や世界のメディア、そして企業や代理店、行政機関のPR担当者に信頼されるパートナーとして活動しています。

    PR業界の先駆者として2009年に設立されたMedia OutReach Newswireは、次世代のテクノロジーを活用してプレスリリース配信、そしてデータインサイトやPRキャンペーンインテリジェンスによるレポートの新たな形を提示し、PR担当者に総合広報ソリューションを提供しています。

    20万人のジャーナリストや編集者、7万を超えるメディア媒体、1,500社のメディアパートナー、40以上の言語をカバーするグローバルネットワークを持つMedia OutReach Newswireは、実在のニュースサイトへの原文転載を保証する唯一のグローバルニュースワイヤーです。実在のメディアに掲載されるプレスリリースは、検索エンジンやAIモデルに信頼され、SEOやAI検索のGEOが強化され、ブランドがLLMに引用されやすくなります。

    当社は香港を本拠地として、中国、シンガポール、日本、マレーシア、タイ、ベトナム、台湾に事務所を展開しており、プレスリリース配信の国際ネットワークはアジア太平洋、ASEAN、東南アジア、米国、カナダ、中南米、欧州、中東、アフリカに広がっています。

    当社のサービス、ソリューション、ネットワークについて詳しくは、当社ウェブサイトをご覧ください。

  • China Unicom and Huawei Elevate Beijing E-Town Race-Day Experiences with 5G-A GigaUplink

    China Unicom and Huawei Elevate Beijing E-Town Race-Day Experiences with 5G-A GigaUplink

    BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – China Unicom and Huawei capped off a series of successful 5G-A GigaUplink deployments by guaranteeing the premium connectivity at the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon, where human and robot runners competed alongside through the E-Town in Daxing District. This marks the two companies’ latest landmark showcase for sports events, combining 5G-A and AI to provide fast uplink with huge capacity and low latency for event organization and media services, digital engagement, and humanoid participation.

    China Unicom 5G-A empowering robots to sprint across the finish line
    China Unicom 5G-A empowering robots to sprint across the finish line

    China Unicom Delivered a Masterclass in Connected Marathon Events

    Marathon events typically feature high-density crowds with an extensive demand for uploads. China Unicom and Huawei turned to 5G-A 3CC on 3.5 GHz and 2.1 GHz for the event, ensuring an uplink fulfillment at 20 Mbps surpassing 99.6%, along with a peak speed of field-tested 677 Mbps. This impressive uplink performance provided consistent and reliable support for 4K/8K broadcasting and real-time collection and editing while also enabling fans to share and stream smoothly.

    Such unrivalled experience is underpinned not only by high-quality networks but also flexible operations. China Unicom and Huawei used intelligent base stations to build 5G-A intelligent, elastic channels for the event. This facilitated differentiated scheduling for livestreaming, voice and video calling, and short videos to ensure smooth experiences for fans even at heavy-traffic moments.

    China Unicom 5G-A GigaUplink networks integral to the success of E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon
    China Unicom 5G-A GigaUplink networks integral to the success of E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon

    5G-A GigaUplink Takes Embodied AI to New Heights

    In a global first, the E-Town half-marathon features a pioneering format that sees human and robot runners compete simultaneously. The humanoid robots were divided into an autonomous navigation group and a remote-control group, running on the same course and evaluated using mixed timing methods. Each humanoid robot requires approximately 10 Mbps uplink for video uploads, environment sensing, gait control, and autonomous navigation. Dedicated uplink slices were reserved to ensure a positioning accuracy of up to sub-decimeter level and an average end-to-end latency of less than 30 ms throughout the racing course, which provided strong support for the video uploads, obstacle avoidance, cornering, and sprinting of humanoid robots. While offering technical upgrades to sports events, this promoted the adoption of humanoid robots on a large scale.

    Qin Yang, Deputy General Manager of China Unicom in Beijing spoke proudly of the excellent connections his company provided for the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games as a global strategic partner and the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon event as the exclusive official communications sponsor. “5G-A and AI are essential digital infrastructure, enabling us to bring embodied AI to sports. Given the new dynamics of AI development, we will double down on our priorities over connectivity, computing power, services, and security to sharpen our competitive edges as a preferred telecom partner for intelligent sports and a core enabler for intelligent industry transformation. Moving forward, we will accelerate our innovation-driven push to strengthen our digital infrastructure and drive the high-quality growth of embodied AI in China and beyond.”

    Samuel Chen, Vice President of Huawei’s Wireless Network Business Marketing, said this humanoid robot half-marathon offers a good example of deepening integration between mobile technology and embodied intelligence. “Beyond redefining connectivity for sports, it has shown us what intelligent production and life will look like in future. We are always dedicated to building excellent 5G-A networks together with operators based on user-centered innovation to ensure GigaUplink, low latency, and high reliability for differentiated mobile AI services. This will enable us to continuously drive the high-quality growth of the digital economy.”
    Hashtag: #Huawei #ChinaUnicom

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  • ESG Achievement Awards 2025/2026 Open for Applications, Championing Human Capital and ESG Excellence to Shape a Resilient Future

    HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) proudly announces the launch of the ESG Achievement Awards 2025/2026, marking another milestone in recognising outstanding achievements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Building on its established legacy, this year’s Awards will spotlight organisations and individuals that are strengthening resilience and long-term competitiveness through people-centric ESG strategies, responsible leadership, and measurable impact. The Early Bird application period is open until 15 May 2026.

    This year’s ESG Achievement Awards are centred around the theme “Shaping a Resilient Future Through People and ESG,” placing a strong emphasis on ESG education and human capital development. In today’s fast-evolving landscape, organisations are increasingly recognising that sustainable success depends not only on strategy, but on equipping people with the right skills, capabilities, and mindset. This year, entrants are invited to showcase how they embed ESG into their culture, invest in talent development, and foster accountability and employee engagement in ESG across all levels of the organisation.

    In addition to continuing to recognise holistic ESG excellence across environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance, the Awards introduce new award that reflect evolving market priorities. And the newly launched Outstanding Women Empowerment Awards will celebrate organisations that drive measurable progress in gender equality, workplace inclusion, and leadership representation.

    Mr Paul Pong, Co-Founder of IESGB, highlighted the significance of this year’s theme, stating, “As ESG continues to mature, we are seeing that resilience is built not only through strategy, but through people who understand how to turn ESG principles into action. This year’s Awards are designed to recognise organisations that are investing in human capital, reinforcing ESG ownership, and embedding sustainability into the way they work every day.”

    Mr Vincent Pang, Chairman of the Jury Panel, shared his perspective, saying,”What truly distinguishes the strongest entries is not just ambition, but tangible evidence — measurable progress, genuine execution, and long-term impact. Under this year’s theme ‘Shaping a Resilient Future Through People and ESG,’ we are especially looking for organisations that embed ESG into their culture, invest in human capital development and ESG education, and drive meaningful inclusion and women’s empowerment.”

    The Awards will continue to honour excellence across a comprehensive range of categories, covering corporate ESG performance, innovative projects, sustainable vision, talent development, and individual leadership. With a distinguished and diverse jury panel comprising experts from academia, finance, corporate governance, and sustainability, submissions will be evaluated based on impact, innovation, transparency, and alignment with ESG principles. Winners of the ESG Achievement Awards 2025/2026 will be celebrated at the prestigious Awards Ceremony Luncheon, scheduled for September 2026. The Awards continue to serve as a leading platform for knowledge exchange, peer learning, and recognition of best practices that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient economy.

    Award Categories

    Category Sub-Categories
    1. ESG Benchmark Awards 1.1) Outstanding Performance in Environmental Responsibility

    1.2) Outstanding Performance in Social Responsibility

    1.3) Outstanding Performance in ESG Governance

    2. Outstanding ESG Awards 2.1) Listed Company

    2.2) Non-Listed Company

    2.3) NGO /NPO

    3. (New) Outstanding Women Empowerment Awards 3.1) Company /Organisation
    4. Outstanding ESG Product and Service Awards 4.1) Company /Organisation
    5. Outstanding Fund Manager’s Choice Awards 5.1) Only applicable to entrants from Category 1 &2.1 (Listed Company).
    6. Outstanding Sustainable Vision Awards 6.1) Company /Organisation
    7. Outstanding ESG Innovative Project Awards 7.1) Company /Organisation
    8. Outstanding ESG Talent Development Awards 8.1) Company /Organisation
    9. ESG Elite Awards 9.1) Individual
    10. Honorary Awards (By invitation only) 10.1) Company /Organisation

    10.2) Individual

    10.3) Outstanding Sustainability Dividend Awards

    Key Dates (Subject to change)

    Date Key Milestone
    20 April Awards Launch & Open for Application
    Early Bird: 15 May

    Standard: 15 June

    Application Deadline
    July Judging Period
    July Presentations to the Jury Panel

    *Upon confirmation for applicants requiring presentation

    August Finalist Announcement
    September Award Ceremony Luncheon
    *Subject to venue availability

    Jury Panel (in alphabetical order of last name)

    Full Name Post
    Chairman of Jury Panel
    Mr Vincent Pang Managing Partner
    AVISTA Group
    Vice Chairman of Jury Panel
    Ms Ashley Khoo Past President
    CFA Society Hong Kong
    Jury Panel Members
    Ms Fanny Chan Chief Human Resources Officer
    CTF Life
    Ms Mabel Chan Veteran of mutual fund industry
    Co-host of Metro Finance Radio HK
    Accredited Mediator
    AALCO Sports AMed
    Ms Lovinia Chiu Founder, Chairman & CEO
    Medialink Group Limited (2230.HK)
    Prof Rebecca Choy Yung Founder & Chair
    Golden Age Foundation
    Mr Roy Fan Head of Sustainability, Climate Change and ESG Services
    SWCS Corporate Services Group (Hong Kong) Limited
    Ms Loretta Fong Sustainability Assurance Leader
    PwC Hong Kong
    Ms Grace Kwok Chairman and Executive Director
    Allied Sustainability and Environmental Consultants Group Limited
    Ir Prof C.F. Lam Organizing Committee Member
    Hong Kong Green Strategy Alliance
    HON Robert Lee, JP Legislative Council Member
    Functional Constituency – Financial Services
    Ir Edmund K H Leung Vice-President
    Hong Kong Institute of Director
    Ms Nana Li Head of Sustainability & Stewardship, Asia-Pacific, Director
    Impax Asset Management
    Dr Kenny Tang Chairman
    The Hong Kong Institute of Financial Analysts and Professional Commentators
    Dr Aries Wong Senior Lecturer, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
    Associate Director of Centre for Sustainable Development Studies
    Hong Kong Baptist University
    Mr Mike Wong Chief Executive Officer
    The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies
    Ms Jessie Yu BBS, MH, JP Chief Executive
    Hong Kong Single Parents Association

    Hashtag: #IESGB

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    IESGB

    The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is a non-profit organization founded in 2020, dedicated to advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in Hong Kong and beyond. Through professional training, certification, and industry collaboration, IESGB promotes ESG education and fosters the development of a robust and sustainable ecosystem that drives long-term value and positive impact.

  • 環境、社會及企業管治成就大獎 2025/2026 正式接受報名 聚焦人才發展與ESG卓越表現,共建韌性未來

    香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年4月20日 – 環境社會及企業管治基準學會(Institute of ESG & Benchmark,簡稱 IESGB)宣布,第六屆「環境、社會及企業管治成就大獎 2025/2026」(下稱「成就大獎」)即日起正式接受報名。延續過往表彰ESG卓越成就的使命,今年大獎將重點嘉許透過以人為本的ESG策略、負責任領導,以及具體可量化成果來提升韌性及長遠競爭力的機構及個人。早鳥優惠報名截止日期為2026年5月15日。

    本屆成就大獎以「以人為本 · 推動ESG · 共建韌性未來」為主題,著重ESG教育與人才資本發展。在瞬息萬變的市場環境下,企業逐漸認識到,可持續發展不僅依賴策略,更取決於人才是否具備相應技能、能力及正確思維。因此,大獎誠邀參加者展示如何將ESG理念融入企業文化、投放資源於人才培訓,並在組織各層面提升員工對ESG的責任感與參與度。

    除了持續表彰企業在環境管理、社會責任及企業管治方面的整體卓越表現外,本屆大獎亦因應市場發展趨勢設立全新的「傑出女性賦能大獎 」則將嘉許在推動性別平等、促進職場共融及提升女性領導力方面取得實質進展的機構。

    IESGB聯合創始人龐寶林先生表示:「隨著ESG發展日趨成熟,我們清楚看到,推動可持續發展的核心不僅源於策略,更在於懂得將ESG原則轉化為行動的人才。本屆大獎旨在表彰那些積極投資於人才資本、鼓勵履行ESG責任 ,並將ESG理念融入日常營運的機構。」

    評審團主席彭頌邦先生表示:「真正能夠脫穎而出的優秀參選者,不僅在於其願景,更在於能夠提供具體而有力的證據,包括可量化的進展、切實的執行成果,以及長遠的影響力。在本年度『以人為本 · 推動ESG · 共建韌性未來』的主題下,我們特別重視那些能夠將ESG理念融入企業文化、積極投資於人才資本發展及ESG教育,並推動具實質意義的共融與女性賦能的機構。」

    本屆大獎涵蓋多元獎項類別,包括企業ESG表現、創新項目、可持續發展願景、人才發展及個人領導力等。評審團由來自學術界、金融界、企業管治及可持續發展領域的專家組成,將根據影響力、創新性、透明度及與ESG原則的一致性進行評審。得獎者將於2026年9月舉行的頒獎典禮午宴上接受表彰。

    獎項類別

    類別 子類別
    1)環境、社會、企業管治基準大獎 1.1) 傑出環境責任表現
    1.2) 傑出社會責任表現
    1.3) 傑出ESG企業管治表現
    2)傑出環境、社會、企業管治大獎 2.1) 上市公司
    2.2) 非上市公司
    2.3) 非政府機構/非牟利機構
    3)(新增)傑出女性賦能大獎 3.1) 公司/機構
    4)傑出環境、社會、企業管治產品及服務大獎 4.1) 公司/機構
    5)傑出基金經理選擇獎 5.1) 僅適用於第1類及第2.1類(上市公司)申請者
    6)傑出可持續發展願景大獎 6.1) 公司/機構
    7)傑出環境、社會、企業管治創新項目大獎 7.1) 公司/機構
    8)傑出環境、社會、企業管治人才發展大獎 8.1) 公司/機構
    9)環境、社會、企業管治精英大獎 9.1) 個人
    10)榮譽大獎(僅限邀請) 10.1) 公司/機構
    10.2) 個人
    10.3) 傑出可持續派息獎

    大獎時間表(暫定)

    日期 大獎流程
    4月20日 大獎啟動並開始接受申請
    早鳥優惠:5月15日
    標準報名:6月15日
    申請截止日期
    7月 評審期
    7月 向評審團進行匯報
    *需進行匯報的申請者經確認後進行
    8月 入圍名單公布
    9月 頒獎典禮午宴
    *需視乎場地安排

    評審團名單(按姓氏字母順序排列)

    姓名 職銜
    主席
    彭頌邦先生 艾華迪集團 首席合夥人
    副主席
    丘培煥女士 香港特許金融分析師學會 前會長
    成員
    陳穆娜女士 周大福人壽 首席人力資源總監
    陳少芝女士 基金業界資深人士兼新城財經台客席主持

    認可綜合調解員

    亞非法協(體育准調解員)

    趙小燕女士 羚邦集團(2230.HK) 創辦人兼董事會主席及首席執行官
    容蔡美碧教授 黃金時代基金會 創辦人暨主席
    范坤明先生 方圓企業服務集團(香港)有限公司 可持續發展、氣候變化及ESG服務主管
    方蘊萱女士 羅兵咸永道 可持續發展鑒證主管合夥人
    郭美珩女士 沛然環保顧問有限公司 主席及執行董事
    林卓峰工程師 香港綠色策略聯盟 籌備委員會
    李惟宏先生, JP 香港金融服務界功能界別 立法會議員
    梁廣灝工程師 香港董事學會 副主席
    李睿女士 Impax 資產管理公司亞太區可持續投資及環境、社會和治理總監
    鄧聲興博士 香港股票分析師協會 主席
    黃明偉先生 香港上市公司商會 總幹事
    黃健明博士 香港浸會大學 會計、經濟及金融學系高級講師
    可持續發展研究中心副總監
    余秀珠女士BBS, MH, JP 香港單親協會 創辦人兼總幹事

    如欲了解「環境、社會及企業管治成就大獎 2025/2026」更多詳情,請瀏覽:www.iesgbawards.org

    Hashtag: #IESGB

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    關於IESGB關於IESGB關於IESGB

    環境社會及企業管治基準學會(The Institute of ESG & Benchmark,IESGB)是一家於2020年在香港成立的非牟利機構,致力於推動香港及其他地區的環境、社會及企業管治(ESG)發展。透過專業培訓、認證及跨界合作,IESGB積極推廣ESG教育,並致力建立一個更具韌性及可持續發展的生態系統,促進長遠價值與正面影響。

  • HKU Launches School of Governance and Policy, Sets Stage for Global Dialogue on Pressing Challenges

    HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The University of Hong Kong (HKU) announces the launch of the School of Governance and Policy (SGP), a new interdisciplinary hub dedicated to shaping the future of governance and public policy. To mark this milestone, SGP will host its inaugural week from 27 to 29 April 2026, convening global thought leaders, nobel laureate, former heads of state, and leading academics to confront the world’s most urgent regional and transnational challenges.

    Professor Xiang Zhang, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKU, stated, “The establishment of the School of Governance and Policy underscores HKU’s dedication to cultivating visionary leaders and driving meaningful global cooperation. It also exemplifies the value of the humanities in the midst of the global technology leap. This Inaugural Week will serve as a dynamic platform where ideas meet action—bridging academic insight, policymaking, and real-world innovation.”

    Echoing this vision, Professor Kenneth Wong, Director of School of Governance and Policy and Kerry Group Professor in Public Policy, added, “In an era defined by disruption and interdependence, collaborative governance is not just important—it is essential. SGP’s Inaugural Week embodies our mission to foster dialogue, advance research, and deliver impactful solutions that transcend borders.”

    The Inaugural Week will commence on 27 April with an Inaugural Ceremony featuring the official announcement of SGP and a keynote address by Professor James Robinson, 2024 Nobel Laureate in Economics. This will be followed by an exclusive panel, “Beyond Borders: Policy Innovation and Collaboration in a Multipolar World” with Professor Joseph Liow Chinyong, Dean and Wang Gungwu Professor in East Asian Affairs, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore; Professor Lan Xue, Dean, Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University and Professor Carole Roan Gresenz, Dean, McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown University.

    On the following day, the Global Leaders Series will welcome Dr Yukio Hatoyama, former Prime Minister of Japan, to explore “The Future of Sino-Japanese Relations Amid a Cracking World Order”. Professor James Robinson will return for a second session examining “The Future of Nations: How Economic and Political Institutions Contribute to Growth and Progress”.

    The final day will feature Open Dialogues on Global Policy Challenges and Solutions, including sessions led by Professor Joseph Liow on “Southeast Asia Between the Superpowers: The Dilemma of Choice”, and Professor Carole Roan Gresenz on “Cognitive Health, Household Financial Decision-Making & Intrahousehold Financial Spillovers”. The week will conclude with a powerful address by Mr Phongthep Thepkanjana, former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, on “Transnational Scams and the Digital-Age Death Penalty Debate”.

    Designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and actionable insights, the Inaugural Week underscores SGP’s commitment to advancing governance innovation and strengthening international cooperation in an increasingly complex global landscape.

    For more information and to register, please visit: https://hku.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bxSKys1jr2yRzLM

    About HKU School of Governance and Policy

    HKU School of Governance and Policy (SGP) is jointly allocated to the Faculty of Social Sciences, the Faculty of Business and Economics, and the Faculty of Law. Bringing together the Asia Global Institute and the Centre on Contemporary China and the World under one umbrella, SGP is dedicated to advancing excellence in global governance and policy analysis, strategically positioned at the intersection of the public, non-profit, and private sectors. By uniting leading scholars, practitioners, and students, SGP addresses complex regional and global challenges through innovative, evidence-informed solutions.

    Hashtag: #HKU

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  • 香港大学成立治理与政策学院 云集全球领袖探讨当前治理挑战

    香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年4月20日 – 香港大学(港大)宣布成立治理与政策学院(School of Governance and Policy),致力于塑造治理与公共政策未来的全新跨学科枢纽。 为庆祝学院成立,治理与政策学院将于2026年4月27日至29日举办 “创院周”,汇聚全球顶尖学者、诺贝尔奖得主、前国家元首及资深政策专家,共同应对当前区域及全球性的迫切挑战。

    港大校长张翔教授表示:”治理与政策学院的成立,体现港大致力培育具前瞻视野的政策领袖,并推动具实效的国际合作。 这也展现了在全球科技飞速进步的时代,人文学科的核心价值。 创院周将作为一个启发思维的对话平台,让理念转化为行动,桥接学术研究、政策制定与现实世界的创新。”

    治理与政策学院院长、嘉里集团基金教授(公共政策)黄劲豪教授补充道:”在当前全球局势快速变迁、各国相互依存度日益加深的环境下,协作治理比以往任何时候都更为关键。 SGP 创院周正好体现了本院的使命——透过跨界对话与严谨研究,为跨国性的难题寻找具影响力的解决方案。”

    创院周将于4月27日由创院典礼揭开序幕,届时将正式介绍SGP的发展蓝图,并邀得2024年诺贝尔经济学奖得主James Robinson教授发表主题演讲。 随后举行的《跨越边境:多极世界中的政策创新与协作》专题论坛,将邀请新加坡国立大学李光耀公共政策学院院长廖振扬教授、清华大学苏世民书院院长薛澜教授及乔治城大学麦考特公共政策学院院长Carole Roan Gresenz教授进行深度交流。

    活动翌日举行的 《全球领袖系列》讲座,将由日本前首相鸠山由纪夫博士主讲,探讨”世界秩序变局下的中日关系前景”。 同日,詹姆斯Robinson教授将再次主持讲座,深入分析”国家发展之路:经济与政治制度如何推动成长与进步”。

    活动最后一日将聚焦《全球政策挑战与解决方案》对话环节,廖振扬教授会针对”大国夹缝中的东南亚:抉择的困境”分享精辟见解,而 Carole Roan Gresenz 教授则会探讨认知健康对家庭财务决策与财富溢出效应的影响。 系列活动将由泰国前副总理蓬贴·特普甘乍那(Phongthep Thepkanjana)先生的演讲作结,探讨数字时代下的跨国诈骗及相关法律与政策争议。

    创院周旨在建立一个前瞻性的跨学科平台,通过为期三天的深度讨论,强化国际间的政策创新与协作,为日益复杂的全球治理环境提供新思路。

    有关活动详情及报名,请浏览:https://hku.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bxSKys1jr2yRzLM

    关于香港大学管治与政策学院

    港大治理与政策学院由社会科学学院、经管学院及法律学院共同支持成立,并整合了亚洲环球研究所(AGI)及当代中国与世界研究中心(CCCW)的学术资源。 学院致力于推动全球治理与政策分析的卓越发展,策略性地连结公共、非营利及私营部门,透过凝聚顶尖学者、实践者与优秀学生,以创新且循证的方案应对复杂的区域及全球挑战。

    Hashtag: #HKU #香港大学 #港大

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  • Naturedesign’s Cinnamon Table Receives Archiproducts Design Award 2025, with Additional Recognition for Nicoline Italia Ahead of Salone del Mobile Milano 2026

    Naturedesign’s Cinnamon Table Receives Archiproducts Design Award 2025, with Additional Recognition for Nicoline Italia Ahead of Salone del Mobile Milano 2026

    SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – Naturedesign, an Italian furniture manufacturer, has been recognised at the Archiproducts Design Awards 2025 in the Furniture category for its Cinnamon glass dining table, designed by Gino Carollo. The award was announced in November 2025 as part of the tenth edition of the Archiproducts Design Awards.

    Break modular sofa system by Nicoline Italia, an Italian brand represented by Colzani in Singapore
    Break modular sofa system by Nicoline Italia, an Italian brand represented by Colzani in Singapore

    The recognition comes ahead of Salone del Mobile Milano 2026, where Naturedesign is scheduled to exhibit alongside international brands from 21 to 26 April at Fiera Milano Rho.

    Archiproducts Design Awards: 2025 Edition
    The Archiproducts Design Awards is an international programme recognising product design across architecture and interior categories. The 2025 edition received over 800 submissions globally, assessed by a jury comprising industry professionals across design and architecture disciplines.

    Naturedesign’s Cinnamon table was selected within the Furniture category. The design features curved glass bases formed through heat processing techniques, paired with a shaped glass top with folded edges. The project reflects an approach that integrates material experimentation with functional design.

    “Advanced technology and sophisticated design come together to transform glass into a fluid and harmonious element in every detail. The synergy between form and colour creates a sensory experience that engages and captivates.”

    — Naturedesign, on the Cinnamon table

    Additional Recognition Within Colzani’s Brand Portfolio

    In the same awards cycle, Nicoline Italia, another Italian brand represented by Colzani in Singapore, also received recognition through its Break modular sofa system, which was featured among Archiproducts’ curated design selections.

    The Break sofa is characterised by its modular configuration and curved form language, allowing for flexible spatial arrangements. Upholstered in fabric, the system is designed to accommodate both residential and hospitality environments, with an emphasis on adaptability and continuity of form across different layouts.

    This recognition reflects the broader representation of Italian design within Colzani’s portfolio, which includes multiple brands participating in international design platforms.

    Naturedesign and Material Approach

    Naturedesign operates from Cerea, Verona, focusing on furniture produced using a mix of reclaimed and natural materials. Its production combines small-scale industrial processes with artisan-based techniques. The brand describes this approach through the tagline “Shaped by Nature”.

    The Cinnamon table is part of the brand’s Home Collection and incorporates glass processing methods to achieve its structural and visual characteristics.

    Salone del Mobile Milano 2026
    Naturedesign and Nicoline will participate in the 64th edition of Salone del Mobile Milano, one of the major international trade fairs for furniture and interior design. The event will feature over 1,900 exhibitors from 32 countries, presenting developments across furniture, lighting, and interior systems.


    Event
    Details
    Exhibition
    Salone del Mobile Milano 2026
    Dates
    21 to 26 April 2026
    Venue
    Fiera Milano Rho, Milan, Italy
    Naturedesign Exhibitor Page
    salonemilano.it/en/brands/nature-design


    Event
    Details
    Exhibition
    Salone del Mobile Milano 2026
    Dates
    21 to 26 April 2026
    Venue
    Fiera Milano Rho, Milan, Italy
    Nicoline Exhibitor Page
    https://www.salonemilano.it/en/brands/nicoline-salotti


    Regional Availability Through Colzani
    In Singapore, Naturedesign and Nicoline Italia are represented by Colzani, a furniture showroom that curates Italian brands for residential, hospitality, and commercial applications.
    Colzani provides access to selected collections from its represented brands, supporting regional clients including homeowners, designers, and developers. Its portfolio includes Naturedesign, Nicoline Italia, Potocco, and Ronda Design.

    Hashtag: #Naturedesign



    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

    About Colzani

    Colzani is a Singapore-based furniture showroom representing Italian design brands. Its portfolio includes Naturedesign, Nicoline Italia, Potocco, and Ronda Design, offering curated collections for regional projects.

    Website:

    About Naturedesign

    Naturedesign is an Italian furniture brand based in Cerea, Verona. The company focuses on the use of reclaimed materials and natural elements, combining industrial production with artisanal techniques.

    Website:

    About Nicoline Italia

    Nicoline Italia is an Italian furniture manufacturer specialising in upholstered seating systems. Its collections include modular sofas designed for flexibility across residential and contract settings.

    Website:

  • JustMarkets Nâng Cấp Hệ Sinh Thái Công Nghệ Giao Dịch Vàng Toàn Diện Năm 2026

    JustMarkets Nâng Cấp Hệ Sinh Thái Công Nghệ Giao Dịch Vàng Toàn Diện Năm 2026

    TP.HCM, VIỆT NAM – Media OutReach Newswire – Ngày 20 tháng 4 năm 2026 – JustMarkets, nền tảng môi giới tài chính toàn cầu, chính thức công bố bản cập nhật hạ tầng quan trọng nhằm tối ưu hóa hiệu suất đầu tư. Trong bối cảnh thị trường vàng năm 2026 đầy biến động, JustMarkets tập trung cung cấp giải pháp công nghệ giúp nhà đầu tư thay thế “cơn giận bản năng” bằng “phản xạ bản lĩnh”.

    Gold

    Tầm nhìn về hạ tầng vững chắc và kỷ luật đầu tư

    JustMarkets xác định vàng là một cuộc đua marathon bền bỉ, không phải một đợt chạy nước rút. Để hiện thực hóa tầm nhìn này, đơn vị xây dựng một điểm tựa công nghệ cho phép người dùng phản ứng trong tích tắc, loại bỏ hoàn toàn những “tiếng ồn” kỹ thuật gây nhiễu loạn quá trình ra quyết định.

    Hạ tầng của JustMarkets được thiết kế để giải quyết triệt để hai rào cản lớn nhất: Sự trễ nhịpNỗi sợ tâm lý. Thông qua việc số hóa toàn diện, nền tảng giúp người dùng tránh được sự bất lực khi phải xếp hàng chờ đợi tại các tiệm vàng vật chất với mức chênh lệch giá cao.

    Các nâng cấp công nghệ đột phá trong phiên bản mới

    Bản cập nhật lần này mang đến những cải tiến trực tiếp vào quy trình vận hành và phân tích của nhà đầu tư:

    • Màn hình giao dịch mới: Được thiết kế lại để mang lại trải nghiệm nhanh chóng và mượt mà hơn, giúp lệnh được khớp ngay lập tức và giảm thiểu rủi ro trượt giá (slippage).
    • Tab Phân tích cải tiến: Cung cấp khả năng phân tích thị trường chuyên sâu, giúp nhà đầu tư đưa ra quyết định dựa trên sự hiểu biết thay vì tâm lý FOMO.
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    JustMarkets cung cấp một hệ sinh thái giao dịch chuyên nghiệp, nơi công nghệ đóng vai trò loại bỏ các rào cản tâm lý cho nhà đầu tư. Với tốc độ thực thi nhanh và chi phí tối ưu, JustMarkets giúp khách hàng tập trung vào mục tiêu quan trọng nhất: Ra quyết định dựa trên bản lĩnh và sự hiểu biết.

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