Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (“GMG” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that GMG has signed a THERMAL-XR(R) distribution agreement with Nu-Calgon Wholesaler, Inc (“Nu-Calgon”). Nu-Calgon is the leading Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) specialty chemical supplier in North America and will partner with GMG to provide THERMAL-XR(R) to the HVAC-R markets in the United States of America, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. Nu-Calgon, formerly Calgon Corporation and Calgon Vestal Laboratories, has been a leader in North America’s HVAC-R aftermarket for over 70 years. It is strategically headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, where it distributes its…
Author: Marie Jones
Read More
Distinguished nominees will bring important subject matter and analytical expertise in urban mobility and finance to the Board Rekor Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:REKR) (Rekor or the Company), a trusted global authority in developing and delivering roadway intelligence using state-of-the-art AI and machine learning today announced that it will nominate two new directors for election at the Company’s upcoming annual meeting of shareholders. The two new additions to its Board of directors are Professor Sanjay Sarma, President, CEO, and Dean of Asia School of Business (“ASB”), and Mr. Tim Davenport, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Compliance Officer for Arctis Global LLC. Professor…
Civil engineering specialist Sarawak Consolidated Industries Berhad (SCIB) today announced that it has initiated legal proceedings against Dynamic Prestige Consultancy Sdn. Bhd from an unfulfilled refund of RM14,000,000.00. The sum was an initial payment in anticipation of a strategic business partnership in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC) sector. As part of the agreement, Dynamic Prestige Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. was to propose a Redeemable Convertible Preference Shares (RCPS) scheme in their company. SCIB, having decided not to proceed with the RCPS, has sought the agreed refund. However, to date, Dynamic Prestige Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. (“Dynamic Prestige”) has failed to…
“Company of the Year – Best in Sustainability Reporting & Community Support” at the Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2023 Hektar Asset Management Sdn Bhd, the Manager for Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust (Hektar REIT) has been awarded “Company of the Year – Best in Sustainability Reporting & Community Support” under the category of Retail Management at the Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2023 held last night at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. The Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2023, which was officiated by the Minister of Women, Family & Community Development, YB Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri, is organised…
#WBSSingapore, one of the world’s longest running blockchain events, is back! Taking place on 2nd-3rd August, this eagerly awaited summit will be presented by Nordek, the driving force behind innovation in the industry. Nordek, a leading web3 payment and gaming solution ecosystem, is taking the industry by storm with its recent entry into the Singapore’s leading crypto exchange, Coinstore. With its association with one of the longest running blockchain event, World Blockchain Summit exhibits its commitment to the growth and rapid adoption of blockchain-based solutions. With its wide array of products, Nordek is playing a pivotal role in bringing web3 based payment…
Employees are 5X more engaged when the work experience is consistent and cohesive across multiple elements. Yet only 42% of employees globally have a consistent experience. Therein lies a missed opportunity. The latest research by Kincentric, a Spencer Stuart company focused on improving leadership impact by unlocking the power of people and teams, identifies a number of compelling business outcomes that can be achieved when organizations deliver a consistent and cohesive employee experience (EX) across the organization. The Global Employee Experience Trends 2023 Report reveals that employee engagement has plateaued over the last five years, and CEOs and CHROs must…
The tenacity of the cyber criminals has gone so far and wide that organisations in the Philippines are incurring as much as $1 million or more to recover from the attacks. In the process of expediting their defence work to shackle the malicious actors, the Filipino companies have witnessed the emergence of numerous technology and digital leaders. At PhilSec Awards 2023, the country’s most revered cybersecurity awards show, these avant-garde leaders were not only brought to the limelight but also got rewarded for their exemplary work. It was on the evening of 6 July 2023, at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza…
Erez Capital is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Anita Gupta to its esteemed team of Venture Partners. Dr. Gupta, a global leader in healthcare innovation, is renowned for her ground-breaking contributions to the medical field and her exceptional expertise in anesthesiology and pain management. With an illustrious career and a portfolio of remarkable accomplishments, Dr. Anita Gupta has made a significant impact on healthcare innovation and patient advocacy. As a World Economic Forum Member Expert, she has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Women of Influence in healthcare by Fierce Healthcare. Her educational background includes prestigious…
With the continuous iteration and advancement of electronic cigarette technology, the latest concept of disposable electronic cigarettes, dual mesh coil, has attracted attention. As the pioneer of high-capacity dual mesh coil technology, VapeEZ always keeps in mind the mission of “Vaporization technology changing lifestyle” and has launched groundbreaking NEXCORE Dual Boost, the first platform to adopt high-capacity dual mesh coil technology for double cloud and greater taste in the market. With outstanding technological innovation capabilities, VapeEZ collaborates with brand partners to take the lead in the field of electronic vaporization for maximized puffs and help customers achieve commercial success. The…
A Hong Kong business delegation – organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), led by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Mr John Lee and accompanied by Principal Officials – was in Jakarta, Indonesia today following a visit to Singapore in the past two days. The 30-strong delegation of business leaders from Hong Kong’s major organisations, chambers and enterprises is making a week-long visit to Association of Southeast Asian Nations members to strengthen ties, expand networks and discuss collaboration riding on new policies in Hong Kong to attract investment and talent, as well…
ArtCap Strategies (“ArtCap”) is a fund specialized in direct lending throughout Latin America and the Caribbean ArtCap Strategies, a Cayman-based investment group specialized in direct lending throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, is pleased to announce the successful closing of a 10-year USD 90 million senior secured term loan for Banesco (Panama) S.A. (Banesco), Panama’s fourth largest bank in terms of deposits, that belongs to a financial group (Banesco International), with presence in 14 countries. The loan proceeds will be utilized to fund the growth of Banesco’s consumer loan portfolios and general corporate purposes. Secured by a portfolio of mortgages,…
Essex Bio-Technology Ltd (Essex or the Group, HKG: 1061) today announced that a phase 1/2 clinical trial of EB12-20145P (HLX04-O), a recombinant anti-VEGF humanised monoclonal antibody injection jointly developed by the Group and Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. (“Henlius”, Stock Code: 2696.HK), has been completed in patients with wet age-related macular degeneration (wAMD). The results of this study demonstrated the good safety and tolerability of EB12-20145P (HLX04-O). This single-arm, open-label, multicentre, phase I/II study aimed to evaluate the safety and preliminary efficacy of EB12-20145P (HLX04-O) via intravitreal injection (IVT) in patients with active wet age-related macular degeneration (wAMD). The study consisted…
New industry-education integration policy rolled out Quality schooling brand nurtures Chinese talent Revenue and Gross Profit Reached at RMB1,460.3 million and RMB735.7 million respectively Edvantage Group Holdings Limited (Edvantage Group or the Group, HKG: 0382), the largest private business higher and vocational education group in the Greater Bay Area, has announced its unaudited financial data and business update for the nine months ended 31 May 2023 (the “Period under Review”). Business Update Highlights (Unaudited relevant data for the nine months ended 31 May 2023) — Revenue increased by 16.1% YoY to approximately RMB1,460.3 million; — Gross profit rose by 16.3%…
H World Group Limited (H World or the Group, NASDAQ: HTHT and HKG: 1179) announced its preliminary results for hotel operations in the second quarter ended 30 June 2023 (Q2 2023). As of 30 June 2023, H World operates 8,750 hotels with 844,417 rooms in 18 different countries. For the Legacy-Huazhu business, the RevPAR recovered significantly to 121% of the 2019 level, benefiting from the strong recovery of demand for domestic travel. The RevPAR in April, May and June 2023 recovered to 127%, 115% and 123% of the 2019 levels, respectively. The hotel closures were mainly attributed to closures that…
Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks among the key attractions as tourists comprise 10% of visitor count The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks, all organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), drew to a successful close today. The seven-day event attracted nearly one million visitors, of which 10% were tourists. Book Fair visitors spent an average of HK$872 (US$112) per person. Close to 780 exhibitors from 36 countries and regions participated in the three events, offering the public a diverse and extraordinary summer experience. Sophia…
The Blockchain Economy Summit, recognized as the world’s largest blockchain conference network, is set to redefine the future of finance by bringing together key players and experts from the crypto industry. The highly anticipated 8th edition of the summit will take place over two days in Dubai on October 4-5, 2023, in Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Center, attracting the world’s top crypto companies, blockchain entrepreneurs and AI innovators. Solidifying its position as a premier event in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, the Blockchain Economy Summit has achieved remarkable success with previous editions held in London and Istanbul earlier…
Historic Cowdray Park Polo Club Hosts Both Ladies and Gold Cup Championships U.S. Polo Assn. once again served as the Official Apparel Partner of the 2023 Cowdray Gold Cup for the third consecutive year. This world-renowned polo tournament was hosted at the iconic Cowdray Park Polo Club from June 27 to July 23, where high-goal players included some of the top names in the sport of polo, such as Adolfo and Poroto Cambiaso, Facundo Pieres, and Hilario Ulloa, to name a few. U.S. Polo Assn. also served as the Official Apparel Partner for the British Ladies Championship, which took place…
CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, announced its partnership with SpiceJet, one of India’s premier airlines. This strategic collaboration will empower SpiceJet to enhance its customer experience by leveraging CleverTap’s advanced technology to deliver personalized and contextual communication across its web and mobile channels. As a prominent player in the airline industry, SpiceJet is dedicated to providing exceptional services and experiences to its customers. With CleverTap onboard, SpiceJet aims to take its customer engagement to new heights, ensuring every interaction is meaningful and tailored to individual preferences. CleverTap’s robust platform offers an array of cutting-edge features designed to optimize customer engagement.…
Embracing the Future and Setting Sights on New Development Opportunities Quam Plus International Financial Limited (Quam Plus Financial or the Group) (HKG: 0952) (previously named China Tonghai International Financial Limited), a leading financial services corporation in Hong Kong, announced it was officially renamed on 21 July. The Group has organized the “Renaming Ceremony & Cocktail” at the Hong Kong Club in Central, Hong Kong, which marked the debut of a new brand name and signified the beginning of a new chapter in the development of the Group’s business. The Group was hopeful it would grasp future growth opportunities and took…
Global Schools Foundation’s investment arm and its related entities (Global Schools Group, GSG) announced that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. have committed to providing approximately S$190 million, nearly doubling their total capital commitment to the Global Schools Group. Apollo funds initially provided long-term funding to Global Schools Group in 2021. This additional commitment will enable GSG to ramp up its investments over US$650 million and to complete initial transactions in the European and UK markets, whilst consolidating its existing presence in Asia and the Middle East. The Company’s expectation is to further deploy US$1.5 to 2…