Set to welcome 4,000 airport professionals, 150 international exhibitors, 4 dynamic pavilions, and 53 speakers from 66 countries and regions, IASEA 2025 is poised to shape the future of airport operations and passenger experience throughout the next 3 daysSINGAPORE, Mar 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The much-anticipated inter airport Southeast Asia (IASEA) 2025 has officially opened today at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, bringing together key airport industry stakeholders, global solution providers, and leading experts to shape the future of airport operations and passenger experience.Themed “Airport Operations for Tomorrow”, conversations surrounding these topics are especially crucial as the aviation industry is witnessing rapid transformation and projected global passenger traffic to reach 19.5 billion by 2042.Day 1 morning highlights: Keynotes and expert insightsThe opening day of IASEA 2025 set an exciting tone with thought-provoking discussions and visionary insights from industry leaders. The fireside chat on 'Reshaping Global Airport Operations', led by Patrick Ky, CEO, International Centre for Aviation Innovation (ICAI) and moderated by Glory Wee, Senior Director, Aviation Development Group, Civil Aviation Authority Singapore (CAAS), discussed the fundamental shift they anticipate airport operations will face and how airports must evolve to balance the imperatives of efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. When asked to share one game-changing technology that will redefine the industry, Patrick Ky shared that “innovation that drives data sharing will be key”, but that would require many regulatory aspects and willingness from airports to share with each other. This would take time, but it is key to building a stronger future. “It is clear from our discussion that in order to reshape airport operations, it is not just about technological advancements but also about setting standards, data integrity, collaborations, and sharing best practices. Above all, the industry needs to work towards building trust with partners and eco-system players,” said Glory Wee, Senior Director, Aviation Development Group, Civil Aviation Authority Singapore (CAAS). At the show, leading airports, including Narita International Airport Corporation, and Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), presented case studies highlighting their technological integrations, regional growth strategies, and efforts to meet rising demand while enhancing passenger experience. Shinichiro Motomiya, General Manager, Narita International Airport Corporation, presented the ‘New Narita Airport’ expansion project for the 2030s, which includes extending an existing runway, constructing a new runway, improving connectivity into the city, building a new cargo area, and consolidating this into a single terminal to accommodate the expected increase of passenger capacity from 57 to 75 million and cargo capacity from 2.4 to 3.5 million tons at Narita International Airport.Separately, Vietnam’s aviation sector is experiencing rapid growth, with domestic travel projected to increase by over 20% from 2023 to 2027. To meet this soaring demand, Nguyen Dang Minh, Director of Airport Operations Department, Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), shared ACV’s master plan to develop a robust and resilient airport network by 2050. By 2030, ACV will equip 30 airports across the country with a combined capacity to handle 275.9 million passengers and 4.1 million tons of cargo annually. By 2050, the network will expand to 33 airports (14 international and 19 domestic), ensuring that 97% of the population has access to an airport within 100 kilometres. The total investment for this extensive development is estimated to reach 420,000 billion VND.At the heart of this transformation is the Long Thanh International Airport project, positioned as a key national aviation hub and one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the region. The project is divided into three phases:Phase 1 (2025): Complete Terminal 1 with two runways and a cargo terminal, which will have the capacity to handle 25 million passengers.Phase 2 (2025-2030): Construction of Terminal 2, which will increase the airport’s capacity to 50 million passengers.Phase 3 (2035-2040): Two additional runways (T3 and T4 Terminals), reaching a total capacity of 100 million passengers.This year’s IASEA 2025 welcomes a delegation of leaders from major international airports in Vietnam, including Long Thanh International Airport—one of the world's most expensive greenfield airport projects—Noi Bai Airport, Danang Airport, Cat Bi Airport, Phu Quoc Airport, and Cam Ranh International Terminal.Mr. Nguyen Cao Cuong, Deputy General Director, Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), shared during his opening remarks, “Under the direction of the Prime Minister of Vietnam, ACV's delegation at this expo is actively seeking high-quality, potential partners in technology, equipment, and airport operations to collaborate in accelerating the completion of Long Thanh, ensuring it meets the highest international standards. This show is not only a valuable opportunity for ACV to explore cutting-edge technologies and advanced management models but also a chance for all of us to discuss strategies for the collective growth of airport networks in Southeast Asia."What to look out for in IASEA 2025?Over the course of three days, groundbreaking discussions and innovations are taking centre stage, redefining efficiency, sustainability, and automation in ground handling and airport logistics. Today marks a significant milestone for CW Aero Services as the company announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Goldhofer AG to become a Hub for Goldhofer GSE product lines in the Asia Pacific region. As part of this strategic partnership, CW Aero Services will not only promote Goldhofer GSE products within Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, and the Philippines but also provide comprehensive support services. This includes the commissioning of new GSE deliveries, repair and maintenance work, and the supply of spare parts, ensuring seamless and efficient operations for customers in the region. This collaboration represents more than just a contractual agreement—it is a commitment by CW Aero Services to drive the growth and adoption of Goldhofer products and services across the Asia Pacific. By leveraging its expertise and regional presence, CW Aero Services aims to make a meaningful impact on the ground support equipment landscape in the region.Industry leaders are unveiling next-generation solutions designed to optimise airport operations, enhance energy efficiency, and streamline airside activities. One of the most highly anticipated product debuts comes from FastCharge GSE. The company launched the Enatel eGSE Charger – a cutting-edge charging solution designed specifically for electric ground support equipment (eGSE) – earlier this month, which was one of the first few times the product was showcased to the public. With a world-leading 97.6% efficiency, the charger minimises energy waste, optimises charging times, and reduces vehicle downtime, setting a new benchmark in airport electrification.Meanwhile, Oshkosh AeroTech has introduced two cutting-edge electric ground support vehicles to the Asia market at IASEA 2025 – the LEKTRO 88i electric aircraft tug and the B80 electric pushback tractor – that are designed to enhance airport efficiency, sustainability, safety, and reduce operational costs. The B80 pushback tractor, specifically, was built for heavy-duty operations, delivering high torque, all-wheel drive, and advanced energy management for efficient pushbacks of both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft. As the event unfolds, industry professionals can expect more exclusive product showcases, expert-led conference sessions, and networking opportunities that shape the future of airport operations across Asia.All trade professionals attending inter airport Southeast Asia 2025 will be granted free access to the exhibition and conference floors. For the latest information on inter airport Southeast Asia, please visit the event website, LinkedIn, or Facebook pages. About inter airport Southeast Asiainter airport Southeast Asia influences and accelerates the transformation of the airport industry in Asia by crafting a unique, 3-day airport trade show for the region.Every odd year, buyers and decision makers from the airports, airlines, ground handlers and the entire Airport community in Asia attend inter airport Southeast Asia to source and experience from the most diverse selection of innovations, technology and equipment for airport terminals and ramp operations.Whatever your strategy or needs - this is the place to be for business, friendship and new trends.25-27 March 2025Marina Bay Sands, Singaporewww.interairport-southeastasia.comAbout RX RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com. About RELXRELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The shares of RELX PLC, the parent company, are traded on the London, Amsterdam and New York stock exchanges using the following ticker symbols: London: REL; Amsterdam: REN; New York: RELX.*Note: Current market capitalisation can be found at http://www.relx.com/investorsMedia contacts (on behalf of RX)Carolyn Kok (carolyn.kok@fifthring.com)Chloe Lim (chloe.lim@fifthring.com) Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Genes Tech Group Announces 2024 Annual Results
2024 Annual Results Highlights- Total revenue reached approximately NTD931.96 million- Profit for the year attributable to owners of the Company amounted to approximately NTD24.28 million- Revenue from turnkey solutions reached approximately NTD418.45 million- Basic earnings per share were NTD2.43 centsHONG KONG, Mar 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd (“Genes Tech Group” or “The Group”, Stock Code: 8257.HK) announces its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024. (“During the period under review”). During the period under review, the Group recorded the total revenue of approximately NTD931.96 million, Profit for the year attributable to owners of the Company amounted to approximately NTD24.28 million. Basic earnings per share were NTD2.43cents. During the period under review, revenue from turnkey solutions amounted to approximately NTD418.45 million, accounting for approximately 44.90% of the Group’s total revenue. The revenue from the trading of parts and used Semiconductor Manufacturer Equipment (SME) amounted to approximately NTD513.51 million, accounting for approximately 55.10% of the Group’s total revenue. During the period under review, under the ongoing geopolitical tensions, the Group has established a solid strategic direction, as well as deepened cooperation with existing international clients and actively explored new models of collaboration. The Group’s revenue from operations in Japan significantly increased by 2,667.38% compared with last year, representing approximately 5.67% of the Group’s total revenue, while revenue from operations in Singapore increased by 41.56% from last year, representing approximately 12.29% of the Group’s total revenue.Since 2024, the semiconductor industry has seen a significant recovery and entered an upward cycle. Given that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology provides a new driver for the continuous development of the industry, it is generally predicted that generative AI will affect more than 70% of semiconductor products in the coming years. According to the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), global semiconductor chip sales hit record high at USD627.6 billion in 2024, representing an increase of 19.1%, benefiting from strong demand for AI processors and memory. The sales in the fourth-quarter amounted to USD170.9 billion, representing an increase of 17.1% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2023 and an increase of 3.0% as compared to the third quarter of 2024. The Market Intelligence & Consulting Institute (MIC) of Taiwan estimates that the production value of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry will reach NTD4.76 trillion in 2024, representing an increase of 21.3%. The mainstream communication product sector has stabilized and showed growth, which has injected growth momentum to certain sub-sectors. Looking ahead to 2025, advanced chips will continue to drive the output growth of semiconductor industry, and Taiwan's semiconductor industry is projected to reach a total production value of NTD5.52 trillion in 2025, representing a 15.9% increase.Mr.Yang Ming-Hsiang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer concluded: “Although the semiconductor industry is expected to continue its upward trajectory, it will be subject to certain uncertainties, including geopolitical risks, volatility of global economic policies, changes in end-market demand and dynamic adjustment on demand and supply from new production capacity. In addition, the continued Sino-U.S. semiconductor technology rivalry, especially the tightened control of AI chips export across the globe by the United States, will become a critical and unneglectable issue in the development of semiconductor industry. As such, the Group will pay close attention to the variables and respond to market changes in a prudent and flexible manner to ensure sustainable development. The Group will also capture development opportunities and strengthen its core competitiveness to create long-term shareholder value.”About Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd (Stock Code: 8257.HK)Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd is a turnkey solution provider and exporter of parts and used SME in Taiwan. Since the commencement of its business in 2009, the Group mainly engaged in providing turnkey solution for parts and used SME for its customers and modifying and/or upgrading the semiconductor equipment of its production systems according to customers needs. In addition, the Group is also engaged in the trading of parts and used SME. The parts and used SME supplied by the Group included furnaces, clean tracks and other related items, which were used at the front-end of the semiconductor manufacturing process, wafer fabrication such as deposition, photoresist coating and development, and these were extensively applied in mobile phones, game consoles, DVD players, automotive sensors and other digital electronic products.The press release is distributed by Vitalink Consultants Limited on behalf of Genes Tech Group Holdings Co. Ltd. For enquiry, please contact:Ms. Natural Lau Tel: (852) 2529 7999 Email: Natural.lau@vitalink.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Revenue Soars with 137% Year-on-Year Growth, Multiple Products Poised for Launch, CanSinoBIO’s Growth Momentum Strong
HONG KONG, Mar 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CanSino Biologics Inc. (Stock Code: 688185.SH, 6185.HK, "CanSinoBIO" or the “Company”), a leading player in China's vaccine industry, achieved significant revenue growth in 2024, driven by continuous R&D innovation and strong commercial capabilities.In 2024, CanSinoBIO reported a total revenue of RMB 846 million, marking a 137.01% year-on-year increase. This remarkable growth signifies the initial success of the company’s transformation from a Biotech to a Biopharma company. With multiple blockbuster products advancing in its pipeline, ongoing technological breakthroughs, and the expansion of its international business landscape, CanSinoBIO is poised for continuous growth momentum in 2025.In 2024, CanSinoBIO’s core product, the MCV4 (Menhycia®, the Group ACYW135 Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (CRM197)), the only quadrivalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine in China, has rapidly achieved market penetration under its unique "direct sales + CSO" distribution model. This result validated the feasibility of its commercial strategy, empoweing MCV4 as a stable revenue contributor to the company. As the only domestically approved product, Menhycia® has secured multiple regulatory approvals and certifications in overseas markets such as Indonesia, the Middle East, and South America. Notably, its Halal certification granted in Indonesia enables access to the global Muslim market, which comprises over 1.8 billion people. The gradual execution of the overseas strategy, combined with the expansion of MCV4’s target population, is expected to significantly increase the company’s revenue base.In addition to the strong performance of its core product, multiple positive results are expected in CanSinoBIO's product pipeline. , with several innovative products expected to be launched within the next two years.The Company’s pioneering PCV13i [13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (CRM197, TT Vector)], featuring the innovative CRM197+TT dual-carrier technology, has completed pre-market inspections and is expected to receive approval in 2025. This vaccine is designed to significantly enhance children's immunity against prevalent pneumococcal serotypes, effectively preventing infections caused by pneumococci. Compared to other single-vector vaccines, the dual-vector technology used in this vaccine effectively reduces the risk of immune interference caused by excess amount of the same carrier protein, and minimizes the suppression of immunogenicity when co-administered with other vaccines. Additionally, the design and production processes of this vaccine have been improved. Clinical studies have shown that it effectively induces high levels of specific antibodies against multiple serotypes that pose significant risks to children in China. With its technological advantages, this vaccine is set to stand out in the competitive pneumococcal vaccine market, potentially securing a strong market position and becoming a new growth driver for CanSinoBIO.CanSinoBIO is also advancing its absorbed diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis (components) combined vaccine for full age-range coverage. The company's DTcP for infants and young children was officially included in the priority review list, positioned as a domestic alternative to imported products. CanSinoBIO has also developed a Tdcp for people aged 6 years old and above, which is currently in Phase II/III clinical trials and completed Phase III participant enrollment. Furthermore, in February 2025, CanSinoBIO's globally pioneering DTcP-Hib-MCV4 Combined Vaccine received clinical trial approval in China. This innovative vaccine integrates DTcP, Hib, and meningococcal vaccines, significantly reducing the required number of vaccinations. Upon launched to market, it is expected to become a benchmark product in the multivalent/combination vaccine sub-sector.CanSinoBIO is not only expanding its core products in international markets but also actively fostering collaborations with overseas partners. In 2024, the Company reached partnership with the National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM) to develop multivalent mRNA influenza vaccine. This initiative represents Malaysia’s first venture into mRNA vaccine development, supporting the country to build its capabilities in this area, while advancing CanSinoBIO’s overseas strategy and enhancing the branding value of its innovative vaccine. CanSinoBIO also signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Butantan Institute, Brazil’s largest vaccine manufacturer, with the aim of jointly promoting the development of innovative vaccines and mRNA technology. This partnership further strengthens the bilateral collaboration in promoting public health and establishes global partnerships for the Company.Additionally, the Company received over US$17 million in funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to advance its recombinant poliovirus vaccine (“VLP-Polio”) project. This funding also supports related combined vaccine candidates. The VLP-Polio vaccine is a non-infectious vaccine that does not rely on live viruses. This innovative approach may provide a superior safety profile with equivalent or better immunogenicity, earning a recommendation from the World Health Organization as a key tool in the future eradication of polio, particularly in the post-eradication era.From the successful commercialization of its flagship MCV4 vaccine to its rapidly expanding pipeline and steady progress in international expansion, CanSinoBIO is deeply engaging in the global vaccine industry with "China-led innovation." Looking ahead, CanSinoBIO is well-positioned to achieve even greater breakthroughs in commercialization, contributing to global public health and dedicating its vital role in preventing diseases all around the world. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
World’s First Early Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Developed in Japan LEQEMBI Receives Prime Minister’s Awardat the 12th Technology Management and Innovation Awards
TOKYO, Mar 25, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that humanized anti- soluble aggregated amyloid-beta (Aβ) monoclonal antibody “LEQEMBI®” (lecanemab) for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease (early AD *) has received the Prime Minister’s Award at the 12th Technology Management and Innovation Awards hosted by the Japan Techno-Economics Society (JATES **).The Technology Management and Innovation Awards was established in 2012 with the aim ofrecognizing outstanding examples of technology management that have produced world-changing innovations, and widely introduce them to society so that the awardees can serve as models for the next generation of managers and engineers. This year marks the 12th annual awards.This award recognized LEQEMBI as “a world-first treatment for early AD developed in Japan which selectively binds to and clears neurotoxic substances (abnormal proteins), thereby reducing the rate of disease progression. While companies and researchers around the world gave up on development, LEQEMBI is the result of Eisai’s long-term research on dementia. The increase in dementia patients inan aging society is serious, with enormous medical and nursing care costs, and considerable burden on caregivers. The contribution to addressing these challenges is of immense social significance.”AD is a progressive, fatal disease, and a global healthcare issue that greatly impacts not only the people living with the disease, but also their loved ones, care partners and society. Based on its corporateconcept of "human health care (hhc)," Eisai has taken on the challenge of this difficult issue throughnearly 40 years of drug discovery in the field of dementia, while spending time with patients and their families, as well as collaborating with various stakeholders including healthcare professionals, academia, patient organizations, care centers, health screening companies, and diagnostic companies to drive the development of a dementia ecosystem that aims to raise awareness and realize early diagnosis and treatment of AD. Eisai will strive to deliver LEQEMBI to more people with early AD who need it, while accelerate the building of a dementia ecosystem and continuing to create positive impact on the various issues surrounding dementia.Eisai serves as the lead of LEQEMBI development and regulatory submissions globally with both Eisai and Biogen Inc. (U.S.) co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision- making authority.* Collectively referred to mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or mild AD dementia.** Institute founded in October 1966 to research technology, management, and economics, facilitate exchangeamong sectors thereof, and promote industrial activities (Japanese only): http://www.jates.or.jp/For more information, visit https://www.eisai.com/news/2025/news202524.html. Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department, Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
NEC receives order for walkthrough gates leveraging face recognition technology to facilitate more seamless airport arrival and departure procedures
TOKYO, Mar 25, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has received an order from Japan’s Immigration Services Agency (ISA) for walkthrough gates utilizing face recognition technology to further streamline airport arrival procedures. Operation of these gates will commence after April 1 at Haneda Airport Terminal 3, Kansai International Airport Terminal 1, and Narita International Airport Terminal 3.NEC will also be installing Immigration & Customs Declaration KIOSKs (1) for ISA and Japan Customs that will be jointly used for immigration and customs inspections, updating electronic customs procedure gates (2) for Japan Customs, and providing guidance and support for passengers through the use of signage that will guide them through arrival and departure procedures. This will make entry and arrival procedures at airports even more seamless, contributing to greater convenience for travelers and improved staff efficiency.BackgroundWith the rising number of overseas visitors to Japan, there has been a rapid increase in the number of travelers who choose electronic options for immigration screening and customs declaration procedures. Moreover, with Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan slated to be held this year and the Japan’s government having set a target of welcoming 60 million overseas visitors by 2030 (3), it is vital to ensure seamlessly efficient procedures at airports. As such, procedures utilizing state-of-the-art technologies are garnering more and more attention.About walkthrough gatesBy scanning their passport, taking their photo, and providing other necessary information at an Immigration & Customs Declaration KIOSK in advance, Japanese nationals returning to Japan can simply pass through a walkthrough gate to confirm their return, enabling even more seamless arrival procedures. In addition, thanks to the use of Bio-IDiom Edge Software (4) equipped with NEC’s face recognition technology boasting the world’s highest accuracy (5), this service makes it possible to swiftly and reliably verify the identity of travelers.Moreover, these gates employ terminal design and guidance messaging consistent with that of Immigration & Customs Declaration KIOSKs and the updated electronic customs procedure gates. This creates a refined space befitting a gateway to Japan while contributing to improved convenience for travelers.With the BluStellar value creation model, NEC is leveraging its cross-industry expertise and cutting-edge technologies to transform business models, tackle social challenges, and resolve management issues customers face. Going forward, NEC will continue striving to improve convenience to provide the world’s safest, most secure, and most convenient airport arrival and departure services.(1)NEC receives order for Immigration & Customs Declaration KIOSKs enabling simultaneous provision of information required for customs and immigration procedures at airports https://jpn.nec.com/press/202409/20240919_01.html (in Japanese only)(2)NEC to provide customs procedure system with face recognition for six major airports in Japan www.nec.com/en/press/201907/global_20190710_01.htmlNEC provides customs procedure system with face recognition for Okinawa’s busiest airport www.nec.com/en/press/202104/global_20210420_01.html(3)Official website of the Japan Tourism Agency www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/en/index.html(4)This software equipped with NEC’s face recognition technology enables high-speed, high-precision identity verification to be performed even while travelers are walking. In addition, these systems can be installed in a wide variety of environments both indoors and out thanks to the utilization of compact box controllers manufactured by NEC Platforms.(5)NEC has been ranked No.1 several times as the world’s most accurate face recognition technology in vendor tests conducted by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The evaluation results do not represent recommendations by the U.S. government for specific systems, products, services, or companies. www.nec.com/en/global/solutions/biometrics/index.html (6)NEC BluStellar is a value creation model that leverages NEC’s cutting-edge technologies, developed and refined through years of experience and proven cross-industry expertise. It aims to transform business models, address social challenges, resolve management issues faced by customers, and lead them into a brighter future. www.nec.com/en/global/necblustellar/index.htmlShareAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
NTT, DOCOMO and NEC Demonstrate World’s Fastest 140 Gbps Bidirectional Wireless Transmission in 80 GHz Band
Highlights:Achieved the world's fastest real-time bidirectional wireless transmission at a total rate of 140 Gbps --- more than twice the speed of conventional technology --- using the millimeter-wave band between 71 GHz and 86 GHz, a frequency range already in practical use for wireless systems.Demonstrated that OAM (Orbital Angular Momentum) mode multiplexing technology increases wireless transmission capacity, while OAM-mode control technology extends transmission distances and enables the use of reflected paths.Enabled the construction of flexible backhaul networks using both optical fiber and wireless connections, contributing to the realization of future 6G and beyond services such as high-definition video transmission and temporary lines during disasters.TOKYO, Mar 25, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT Corporation, NTT DOCOMO, INC. and NEC Corporation announced today that they demonstrated a real-time bidirectional wireless transmission in the millimeter wave band between 71 GHz and 86 GHz that achieved a bit rate of 140 Gbps --- unprecedented for sub-100 GHz frequencies. The test demonstrated that OAM (Orbital Angular Momentum) mode multiplexing transmission technology can increase the capacity of wireless transmission, and that OAM-mode control technology can increase wireless transmission distances by using reflected paths (Figure 1). The achievement is expected to help realize high-capacity wireless transmissions to meet future demand anticipated in the 2030s.OAM-mode multiplexing technology increases the capacity of wireless transmissions between fixed stations by transmitting multiple radio waves, each carrying signals multiplexed with different OAM modes, at the same frequency and time. Transmissions exceeding 100 Gbps enable both optical-fiber and wireless connections for communication lines between fixed stations, facilitating the construction of flexible backhaul networks,*1 wireless connections with mobile base stations during events, and temporary lines during disasters. The research results are expected to contribute to the development of high-capacity wireless backhaul for future services such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and high-definition video transmission in 6G and beyond.The results will be presented at the Wireless Communications and Networking Conference (WCNC)*2 starting March 24.Research BackgroundIn the 6G era, the demand for wireless communications will accelerate with the emergence of high-definition video transmission, autonomous driving, remote medical surgery, and advanced applications such as VR and AR, increasing the need for high-capacity wireless communication. NTT, DOCOMO and NEC are working to increase capacity using a novel spatial multiplexing method that uses OAM, a property of electromagnetic waves (Figure 2).OAM, a physical quantity that describes certain properties of electromagnetic waves, is generated by adjusting the phase difference of signals from the transmitting antenna so that the same-phase trajectory spirals in the direction of propagation. On the receiving side, the phase of the received signal can be synthesized at the antenna by rotating in the opposite direction of transmission, so that radio signals corresponding to multiple OAM modes with different helix structures can be superimposed and separated without interfering with each other. Using this feature, OAM-mode multiplexing technology can transmit different data that has been spatially multiplexed, enabling large amounts of data to be sent over limited bandwidths. High-capacity wireless transmission is possible even in frequency bands below 100 GHz, where wide bandwidth is not readily available. While there is a report*3 of a successful real-time transmission test that achieved 14.7 Gbps over 40 meters in a single direction using OAM-mode multiplexing technology with digital signal processing circuits in the 71 GHz to 86 GHz band (E-band), which is used in existing wireless systems, real-time transmission capacity needs to be further increased for 6G and beyond wireless systems.Real-time wireless transmission using OAM-mode multiplexing technology in high-frequency bands has now been demonstrated by NTT, DOCOMO and NEC, supported by research on the practical application of OAM-mode multiplexing transmission (Figure 3).NEC has developed an OAM-mode multiplexing transmission system capable of real-time transmission at a maximum rate of 70 Gbps per direction, using a 1 GHz bandwidth signal in the E-band. This was achieved by extending conventional digital signal processing circuits*3 to increase the modulation rate by about 2.6 times to 300 Mbaud*4 while also enabling bidirectional communication in the E-band.DOCOMO explored expanding the application scenarios of OAM-mode multiplexing transmission and conducted demonstration experiments on reflection-based transmissions, using OAM-mode inverse-reception technology for transmissions via reflections off surfaces such as walls.NTT has devised a circuit that doubles the transmission bandwidth and an OAM-mode control technology to support long-distance transmission and reflection scenarios.Leveraging these developments, the three companies conducted demonstrations based on three scenarios:Bidirectional transmission over a distance of 22.5 metersBidirectional transmission over a distance of 45 metersBidirectional transmission over a distance of 22.5 meters using a reflectorThe result was successful transmission of 139.2 Gbps, 104.0 Gbps and 139.2 Gbps, respectively (Figure 4).Key Research Achievements- Broadband Real-Time OAM Mode Multiplexing Transmission Technology: Using eight orthogonal OAM-modes and high-order modulation up to 256QAM, the team achieved wireless transmissions with a bandwidth of 500 MHz in four frequencies—74.875 GHz and 75.375 GHz for the uplink and 84.875 GHz and 85.375 GHz for the downlink. The system achieved real-time bidirectional wireless transmission of 139.2 Gbps at a distance of 22.5 meters in a sub-100 GHz band.- OAM Mode Control Technology: In OAM-mode multiplexing transmissions, the antenna size was optimized to maximize transmission capacity according to the transmission distance. However, when operating beyond designed distances, transmission capacity typically decreased. In response, an OAM-mode control technology was developed to automatically adjust transmission parameters such as transmission power, OAM mode and modulation method. As a result, the system successfully maintained 104.0 Gbps of real-time wireless transmission over a distance of 45 meters, twice the initially designed range.- Expanded Application Scenarios: To date, OAM-mode multiplexed transmissions have focused on line-of-sight conditions that require precise alignment of transmitters and receivers. To support flexible backhaul solutions for 6G and beyond, non-line-of-sight communication using wall reflections was investigated. Using OAM-mode inverse-reception technology, the test demonstrated that wall reflections can achieve 139.2 Gbps transmissions at 22.5 meters.Future OutlookThe demonstration validated real-time bidirectional wireless transmission exceeding 100 Gbps using OAM-mode multiplexing technology. Such high-capacity wireless transmission technology can expand backhaul infrastructure beyond traditional fiber-optic connections, enabling more flexible backhaul configurations. This includes applications such as wireless connectivity to mobile base stations during events and temporary backhaul lines during disasters, ultimately supporting wireless communication demands expected in the 6G era and beyond.The three companies will explore applications such as relay transmission using real-time, high-capacity wireless communications and will apply OAM-mode multiplexing technology to wireless backhaul and fronthaul networks. They will also seek to increase wireless transmission capacity and extend transmission distances in millimeter-wave and higher frequency bands. Ultimately, they aim to establish flexible network infrastructure for future services such as VR, AR, ultra-high-definition video transmission, connected vehicles and remote medical applications in the 6G era and beyond (Figure 5).(l) Relay network that connects base stations to core communication network. (2) T. Kageyama, T. Yamada, R. Kudo, M. Kawai, S. Morimoto, E. Sasaki, A. Fukuda, F, Hada, Y. Suzuki, “Demonstration of real-time OAM multiplexing over 100 Gb/s in E-band,” in Proc of IEEE Wireless Communications and Networking Conference (WCNC 2025), Mar. 2025.(3) M. Hirabe, R. Zenkyu, H. Miyamoto, K. Ikuta, and E. Sasaki, “40 M Transmission of OAM Mode and Polarization Multiplexing in E-Band,” in Proc. of 2019 IEEE Globecom Workshops, Dec. 2019.(4) Unit representing the number of modulation changes per second.About NTTNTT contributes to a sustainable society through the power of innovation. We are a leading global technology company providing services to consumers and business as a mobile operator, infrastructure, networks, applications, and consulting provider. Our offerings include digital business consulting, managed application services, workplace and cloud solutions, data center and edge computing, all supported by our deep global industry expertise. We are over $97B in revenue and 330,000 employees, with $3.6B in annual R&D investments. Our operations span across 80+ countries and regions, allowing us to serve clients in over 190 of them. We serve over 75% of Fortune Global 100 companies, thousands of other enterprise and government clients and millions of consumers.About NTT DOCOMONTT DOCOMO, Japan's leading mobile operator with over 90 million subscribers, is one of the global leaders in 3G, 4G and 5G mobile network technologies.Under the slogan “Bridging Worlds for Wonder & Happiness,” DOCOMO is actively collaborating with global partners to expand its business scope from mobile services to comprehensive solutions, aiming to deliver unsurpassed value and drive innovation in technology and communications, ultimately to support positive change and advancement in global society.https://www.docomo.ne.jp/english/About NECNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Eisai Selected as a Nadeshiko Brand 2025 as a Listed Company Excelling in Promotion of Women in the Workplace
TOKYO, Mar 25, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has been selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) as a Nadeshiko Brand 2025 as a listed company excelling in the promotion of women in the workplace. This marks Eisai’s second consecutive inclusion on the list.The Nadeshiko Brand initiative aims to introduce certain Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE)-listed enterprises that are outstanding in terms of encouraging women’s empowerment in the workplace as attractive stocks to investors who place emphasis on improving corporate value in the medium- and long-term, thereby further raising investors' interest in such enterprises and accelerating the initiatives of outstanding enterprises. The initiative has been co-conducted by METI and TSE since FY2012.Eisai’s Articles of Incorporation defines employees as one of the major stakeholders and specifies that Eisai endeavors to "respecting human rights and diversity," "providing full opportunities for growth in support of self-fulfillment," and "creating an employee-friendly environment" in addition to "ensuring stable employment". In line with this, Eisai has formulated an “Integrated HR Strategy” and been implementing human resource policies with the pillars of “well-being including employee health”, “diverse workstyle”, “employee growth”, and “organizational and business growth”, that ensure both individuals and the organization grow together. DE&I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) is placed at the core of all human resource policies, and Eisai has been promoting women’s empowerment as a first step in promoting DE&I in Japan.In 2021, Eisai formulated a 10-year plan, named "Eisai Diversity & Inclusion 2021," which includes targets for the ratio of women in management positions and the rate of men taking paternity and childcare leave, as well as action plans to achieve these targets.Eisai is planning and promoting specific and effective measures tailored to the circumstances of each office. Since 2023, Eisai has been publishing the “Human Capital Report” that focuses on its human capital initiatives and KPI linked to its human resource strategies. Furthermore, placing its corporate concept human health care (hhc), which is deeply ingrained in Eisai Group employees, at the heart of DE&I promotion, Eisai has formulated a new global slogan “We see difference, we see potential” in March 2024, and has been working on activities to raise awareness and promote DE&I throughout the Group.Eisai is seeking to provide impact to various stakeholders by delivering new value to patients and the people in the daily living domain through the activities of our employees who are the only stakeholders that can directly contribute to our hhc corporate concept.*For further details on Eisai’s human capital strategy, including DE&I promotion, can be found in the annual Value Creation Report, and on the Sustainability page of the corporate website.Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department,Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
靖洋集团公布2024年年度业绩
2024年年度业绩亮点- 业务总收益约新台币931.96百万元- 本公司拥有人应占年度利润约新台币 24.28百万元- 统包解决方案的收益约新台币418.45百万元- 每股基本盈利为新台币 2.43 仙香港, 2025年3月25日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 靖洋集团控股有限公司(「靖洋集团」或「集团」,股份代号:8257.HK)宣布截至 2024年12月 31 日止年度(「回顾期内」)之业绩。回顾期内,集团总收益约新台币 931.96 百万元。本公司拥有人应占年度利润约新台币24.28百万元。每股基本盈利为新台币2.43仙。回顾期内,统包解决方案的收益约新台币 418.45百万元,占集团总收益约44.90%。零件及二手半导体制造设备买卖的收益约新台币513.51百万元,占集团总收益约55.10%。回顾期内,面对地缘政治局势的持续紧张,集团制定了稳健的战略方向,并巩固与现有国际客户的合作关系,且积极开拓新的合作模式。集团源自日本业务的收入较去年大幅增加2,667.38%,占集团总收益约5.67%,而源自新加坡业务的收入则较去年增加41.56%,占集团总收益约12.29%。自2024年以来,半导体行业显著复苏,并迎来上行周期。AI技术的兴起为该行业的持续发展挹注新驱动力,业界普遍预测,未来数年生成式AI将影响逾七成的半导体产品。根据半导体产业协会(SIA)报告指出,受益于 AI 处理器和内存的强劲需求,2024 年全球半导体芯片销售额增长19.1%至 6,276 亿美元,创下新高,而第四季度销售额为 1,709 亿美元,较 2023 年第四季度增长 17.1%,相较 2024 年第三季度增长 3.0%。资策会产业情报研究所(MIC)预估,2024年台湾半导体产业产值将达新台币4.76兆,增长21.3%。随着主流通讯产品回稳并呈现增长态势,为个别次产业带来增长动能。其展望2025年,先进芯片将持续引领台湾半导体产值增长,预估2025年台湾半导体整体产值将增长15.9%,达新台币5.52兆。靖洋集团主席兼行政总裁杨名翔先生总结:「尽管半导体产业预计将维持其增长趋势,但这将受到多重变量所影响,包括地缘政治风险、全球经济政策的波动、终端市场需求的变化,以及新增产能所带来的供需动态调整。此外,美中半导体科技竞争的持续,特别是美国在全球范围内收紧对AI芯片的出口限制,均将成为半导体产业发展中不可忽视的重要方面。因此,集团将密切关注这些变量,审慎且灵活应对各种市场转变,确保其可持续发展,并把握发展机遇,强化核心竞争力,为股东创造长期价值。」关于靖洋集团控股有限公司(股份代号:8257.HK)靖洋集团控股有限公司为一间总部位于台湾的零件及二手半导体制造设备的统包解决方案供货商及出口商。集团自于2009年开始业务以来,主要为客户提供零件二手半导体制造设备件的统包解决方案,按客户需要改造及/或升级其生产系统的半导体设备,亦从事半导体制造设备及其零件买卖。集团所提供的半导体制造设备及零件包括热炉管、显影装置等,用于半导体的前端制造过程、晶圆加工,如沉积、光阻涂布及显影,更可广泛应用于手机、游戏机、DVD播放器,以及车用传感器等数码电子产品。本新闻稿由汇滔顾问有限公司代表靖洋集团控股有限公司发布。详情垂询:刘育然小姐电话:(852) 2529 7999电邮:Natural.lau@vitalink.com.hk Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
康师傅控股有限公司”产品结构+运营效率”双轮驱动 提升盈利空间
香港, 2025年3月25日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2025年3月24日,康师傅控股有限公司(0322.HK,以下简称"公司",连同其附属公司"集团")发布2024年年度业绩公告。2024年,面对复杂环境带来的诸多挑战,本集团 秉承长期主义,积极推进高质量发展,持续优化产品结构,积极推进创新升级,不断加强渠道建设,精准把握消费趋势,各项财务指标稳健增长。截至2024年12月31日止十二个月,集团收益同比上升0.3%至806.51亿元人民币。其中,方便面事业收益284.14亿元人民币,饮品事业收益516.21亿元人民币。毛利率同比提高2.7个百分点至33.1%,EBITDA同比增长17.3%至96.28亿元人民币。董事会建议派发末期股息每股普通股人民币33.14分及特别末期股息每股普通股人民币33.14分,全年派息率达100%。财务摘要 截至12月31日止12个月 人民币千元2024年2023年 变动收益80,650,91480,418,075↑ 0.3%毛利率(%)33.1%30.4%↑ 2.7个百分点集团毛利26,695,64324,467,089↑ 9.1%扣除利息、税项、折旧及摊销前盈利(EBITDA)9,627,8028,206,526↑ 17.3%本期溢利4,322,1353,516,667↑ 22.9%本公司股东应占溢利3,734,4293,117,461↑ 19.8%每股溢利(人民币分) 基本66.2855.33↑ 10.95分摊薄66.2855.31↑ 10.97分于2024年12月31日之银行存款及现金(含长期定期存款)为人民币16,002,668千元,相较2023年12月31日增加人民币1,264,287千元,净负债与资本比率为-19.3%。2024年,中国经济保持稳健增长, GDP同比增长5.0%,CPI小幅上升0.2%。在这一宏观经济背景下,消费者行为模式发生转变,呈现出更为谨慎、理性的消费倾向,对情绪价值、健康、绿色环保、品质化及性价比的关注度明显提升。同时,购物渠道持续演变,传统大卖场发展受阻,而仓储会员店则保持增长势头,食杂店、小超市等贴近消费者生活圈的近场小业态存在可观的市场增量潜力。面对消费变化和渠道变革,能够精准洞察消费趋势、前瞻性把握渠道发展方向的企业,更有能力围绕消费者需求开展产品创新、捕捉市场机遇、赢得消费者信赖,进而在激烈的市场竞争中实现业绩的稳健攀升与高质量发展。2024年,方便面事业的毛利结构稳步改善。方便面事业收益为284.14亿元人民币,同比衰退1.3%,占集团总收益35.2%。年内,受惠于有利的产品售价及原材料价格变动,方便面毛利率同比提高1.6个百分点至28.6%,有效抵消了收入衰退的不利影响,在毛利率同比提高带动下,方便面事业2024年全年的本公司股东应占溢利同比提高1.8%至20.45亿人民币。年内,面对消费趋势日益分化的市场环境,方便面事业持续聚焦核心产品,推动升级迭代,优化营销策略,逐步改善毛利结构。通过与知名IP和代言人合作,探索"品牌车"移动营销模式,深入校园等人流密集区域,与年轻消费群体展开高效互动,显著提升品牌知名度和影响力。此外,紧跟消费者购物习惯的改变,敏锐捕捉新兴渠道的发展契机。同时,坚持以航天品质为标杆,通过引进航天食品的先进技术,成为方便面业内首家获得应用航天专利的企业,进一步夯实和彰显产品的品质优势与科技实力,为推动行业的高质量发展发挥引领作用。2024年,饮品事业整体收益为516.21亿人民币,同比成长1.3%,占集团总收益64.0%。年内,得益于有利的产品售价策略,饮品毛利率同比提高3.2个百分点至35.3%。在毛利率同比提高的带动下,饮品事业2024年全年本公司股东应占溢利同比提高52.3%至19.19亿人民币。年内,饮品事业始终围绕建立规模优势展开布局。持续巩固核心品类,同时布局战略品类。精心推出无糖产品,满足消费者对健康与功效的追求,积极拓宽产品品类。通过实施优化品类管理、大力拓展新兴渠道、提升通路服务质量、精准费用管控、有效提高资本周转率及增强供应链效能等一系列举措,致力于实现运营效率的全面提升,推动业务的稳健发展与可持续增长。康师傅行政总裁陈应让先生表示:"预计2025年,中国经济增长的核心动力仍依赖于内需。集团将始终秉持""巩固、革新、发展"的发展策略,持续深耕主营业务,深化可持续发展布局,致力于实现品牌的高质量发展。集团将持续加大在产品研发、品牌建设和渠道拓展等方面的资源投入,精准捕捉市场趋势,构建以消费者需求为导向的创新机制,进一步深化品牌与消费者的情感联结。借助精细化的市场洞察与科学合理的渠道策略,不断优化渠道效率与服务质量。同时,积极推行精益采购管理,通过数字化与AI技术的全面应用,显著提升智能化管理水平。我们将坚持可持续发展理念,积极履行社会责任,致力于为广大客户提供优质服务,为消费者创造长期价值,为股东实现可持续的丰厚回报,将康师傅打造成备受政府信赖、合作伙伴共赢、深受消费者认可的'民族品牌'。"关于康师傅控股有限公司 (0322.HK)康师傅控股有限公司("本公司")及其附属公司("本集团")主要在中国从事生产和销售方便面及饮品。本集团于1992年开始生产方便面,并自1996年起扩大事业至方便食品及饮品;2012年3月,本集团进一步拓展饮料事业范围,完成与PepsiCo中国饮料事业之战略联盟,开始独家负责制造、灌装、包装、销售及分销PepsiCo于中国的非酒精饮料。"康师傅"作为中国家喻户晓的品牌,经过多年的耕耘与积累,深受中国消费者喜爱和支持。如有垂询,请联络:投资者查询康师傅控股有限公司投资者关系团队电邮:ir@tingyi.com汇思讯中国有限公司陈敏芝电邮:stephanie.chen@christensencomms.com电话:+852 2117 0861 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
Mastery Made Easy: HIKMICRO’s New FALCON 2.0 and CONDOR LRF 2.0 Introduced at the JAGD & HUND 2025
DORTMUND, Germany – March 25, 2025 – (SeaPRwire) – HIKMICRO, a leading optics manufacturer, will unveil its latest thermal hunting innovations, the FALCON 2.0 and CONDOR LRF 2.0 thermal monoculars, at JAGD & HUND Dortmund 2025. The event, taking place from January 28 to February 2 at Messe Dortmund, will showcase these groundbreaking devices that embody the company’s “Mastery Made Easy” philosophy. The FALCON 2.0 and CONDOR LRF 2.0 represent significant advancements in thermal imaging technology, focusing on one-handed operation and superior image quality. These devices feature a highly sensitive 15mK thermal detector, capturing minute temperature differences and providing rich image details on a 0.49″ display. The CONDOR LRF 2.0 series features an integral laser rangefinder and has an ergonomic design that cradles the hand. Meanwhile, the FALCON 2.0 maintains a traditional cylindrical shape. Mr. Wang, HIKMICRO’s R&D expert, stated, “We have made comprehensive improvements to the FALCON and CONDOR models with ‘Mastery Performance’ and ‘One-handed, easy operation’ functions. We have made these advancements while maintaining high image quality to provide the most comfortable observation. The enhanced usability will deliver a simplified and intuitive operating experience.” Both models incorporate HIKMICRO’s Shutterless Image System (HSIS), eliminating image freeze and guaranteeing continuous, smooth viewing. The devices boast an optimized 21700 battery, offering over six hours of operation time, and are compatible with external power banks for extended use. The laser rangefinder function can precisely determine ranges up to 1000m (±1m), enhancing shot placement accuracy for safe and humane hunting. The new models feature a rear focus wheel and inline button arrangement, certifying intuitive operation for hunters of all ages. The devices offer multiple carrying options, including a neck strap, wrist lanyard, and monocular carrying bag, catering to various hunting styles and preferences. Stefan Li, HIKMICRO’s overseas director, emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation, stating, “HIKMICRO’s vision is to keep blazing the trail by creating more precise, faster and easier ways to help hunters master the mystery of the night. These new devices reflect our dedication to user-centered innovation and understanding hunters’ needs in the field.” About HIKMICRO HIKMICRO is a world-leading optics brand dedicated to “Continually Make Crafted Confidence” for hunters. The company focuses on user-centered innovation, combining technological breakthroughs with traditional hunting values and expert craftsmanship to deliver superior hunting experiences. Contact Information Brand: HIKMICRO Contact: Lina Wang Email: wanglina21@hikmicrotech.com Website: https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/
TANAKA Announces Executive Appointments
TOKYO, Mar 26, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo: Group CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) announces that its Board of Directors tentatively decided, at a meeting held on February 17, 2025, the appointment of an executive for TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (This matter is scheduled to be approved at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on March 27, 2025).Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://www.tanaka.co.jp/support/req/other_contact_e/index.html TANAKA’s Executive Appointment1. TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd. (As of March 27, 2025)New PositionNamePrevious PositionAudit & Supervisory Board MemberShinya Tago Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20250325.pdf Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
数千人抗议特朗普女婿在塞尔维亚的酒店项目 (视频)
(SeaPRwire) - 贾里德·库什纳计划在 1999 年北约轰炸的贝尔格莱德军事总部旧址上建造一家豪华酒店 周一,数千名抗议者在塞尔维亚集会,抗议在该国 1999 年北约轰炸中被摧毁的一处前陆军大院旧址上建造豪华酒店的计划。该项目由与美国总统唐纳德·特朗普的女婿贾里德·库什纳有关联的公司支持。 新酒店的计划选址位于贝尔格莱德市中心的 General Staff 大楼,这里是前南斯拉夫军队总部,在北约针对科索沃冲突对塞尔维亚和黑山进行的为期 78 天的轰炸行动中遭到严重破坏。 塞尔维亚政府去年批准了一项与 Affinity Global Development(一家与库什纳有关联的投资公司)达成的价值数百万美元的协议,以重建该地点。该协议包括对一块三街区区域的 99 年租赁权,并计划建造一家 Trump 品牌的酒店、豪华公寓、办公室、商店和一个轰炸遇难者纪念馆。反对党批评了这项协议,而总统亚历山大·武契奇及其政府则辩称这是使首都现代化的举措。 Protest in Belgrade, Serbia, honoring the victims of NATO’s 1999 bombing.We will never forgive or forget and yeah, war is still on b*tches! — Mario ZNA (@MarioBojic) 周一的抗议活动恰逢塞尔维亚纪念日,纪念 1999 年 3 月 24 日北约轰炸行动开始的周年纪念日。示威者聚集在前军事建筑群的废墟周围,要求将该地点恢复为遗产地标,并取消重建计划。抗议者将该建筑群描述为“北约侵略的纪念碑”,并反对将其“赠送”给美国开发商。 “塞尔维亚的文化中心 General Staff 被北约和美国一起轰炸,现在应该交给美国吗?这太令人毛骨悚然了。具有讽刺意味和讽刺意味,”一位抗议者说。 “这完全不可接受,”另一位补充道。 | 24 March protest:Once again, the Veterans of the Kosovo war joined the protests, this time on the 26th year since NATO's 1999 bombings in Serbia and Montenegro. — Luka | Дунав Intel (@Lukai1861) 网上分享的视频显示,人群高呼反北约口号,并举着写有“f**k NATO and Trump Tower”和“我们永远不会忘记”以及 1999 年空袭日期的标语。抗议者挥舞着塞尔维亚国旗,以及反对北约和欧盟的横幅。一些示威者挥舞着来自俄罗斯、中国、朝鲜和巴勒斯坦的旗帜。 周一的抗议活动发生在塞尔维亚正在进行的学生主导的反腐败运动中,该运动由去年 11 月 Novi Sad 火车站的一个顶棚倒塌导致 16 人死亡引发。该事件引发了大规模的愤怒,并导致包括总理米洛斯·武切维奇在内的几名高级官员辞职。示威者此后要求进行广泛的政治改革。 塞尔维亚当局将抗议活动归咎于外国干涉,指责反对派团体与西方、克罗地亚和阿尔巴尼亚情报部门合作,试图推翻政府。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
泽连斯基声称俄罗斯“影响了”美国官员
(SeaPRwire) - 乌克兰领导人告诉《时代》杂志,俄罗斯的“信息”可能影响了白宫对乌克兰的政策 乌克兰总统泽连斯基在接受《时代》杂志采访时声称,俄罗斯可能“通过信息”影响了美国政府的成员。 此前,美国总统唐纳德·特朗普承认了莫斯科对危机根源的一些担忧。 这些包括克里姆林宫一再批评北约持续向俄罗斯边境扩张,以及反对乌克兰加入该联盟。 在评论最近俄罗斯与美国之间的接触,特别是特朗普与俄罗斯总统普京之间的电话时,泽连斯基感叹白宫正在接受来自莫斯科的信息。 在最近的通话中,普京告诉特朗普,乌克兰的入侵部队已被包围在俄罗斯的库尔斯克地区,但泽连斯基否认了这一说法。 泽连斯基告诉该杂志:“我相信俄罗斯已经设法通过信息影响了 White House 团队中的一些人。” “他们向美国人发出的信号是,乌克兰人不想结束战争,应该采取措施迫使他们。” 据《时代》杂志记者 Simon Shuster 称,在采访中,泽连斯基向他展示了挂在基辅“办公室后面的一个小房间”里的三幅画。 其中一幅,被描述为他最喜欢的,描绘的是被火焰吞没的克里姆林宫。 他说,每张照片都是“关于胜利的”。 自 2022 年敌对行动升级以来,俄罗斯一再强调,它仍然愿意就和平解决冲突进行谈判,并指责基辅拒绝谈判并试图延长战斗。 今年 2 月,在 Oval Office 的一次会议上,特朗普和副总统 J.D. Vance 也公开批评泽连斯基拒绝与俄罗斯谈判。 会议结束后,美国政府宣布暂时中止向乌克兰提供军事援助和情报共享。 在乌克兰同意停火 30 天的提议后,美国恢复了对基辅的援助。 上周,在普京与特朗普通电话后,莫斯科拒绝了全面停火,但批准暂停一个月对能源基础设施的袭击。 泽连斯基后来同意了这项措施。 此后,俄罗斯官员一再指责基辅违反停火协议,对俄罗斯境内的关键能源基础设施设施发动无人机袭击。 莫斯科坚称,乌克兰的行动,包括其对民用基础设施的袭击,证明了将基辅政府定性为恐怖主义政权是合理的,并表明它不希望和平。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
欧洲国家开出首张“布卡禁令”罚单
` tags. (SeaPRwire) - 一项禁止在公共场合遮盖面部的联邦法律,在2021年全民公投的支持下,于今年早些时候在瑞士生效 据当地媒体Blick周日援引警方发言人Michael Walker的消息报道,一名在苏黎世公共场合穿着罩袍的妇女被处以罚款,这是今年生效的瑞士全国性面部遮盖禁令下的首张罚单。 这项备受争议的,被广泛称为“布卡禁令”的联邦法律禁止在公共场所遮盖面部,包括穆斯林服装,如布卡和尼卡布,以及示威者或足球流氓佩戴的面具和巴拉克拉法帽。 Walker拒绝透露该妇女的年龄或服装细节,理由是隐私法,但证实她“不是游客”。 他说,该妇女拒绝支付总计100瑞士法郎(110美元)的罚款,这意味着该案件现在将移交给州长办公室进一步处理。 这项禁令源于2021年瑞士全民公投,在右翼Swiss People’s Party领导的支持该措施的运动之后,该公投以51.2%的微弱优势获得通过。 虽然最初是作为一项针对“激进伊斯兰”的措施提出的,但该法律也旨在提高公共安全,禁止在抗议活动和体育赛事中佩戴口罩。 违规者将立即面临100法郎的罚款,如果在法庭上提出异议,罚款可能会增加到1,000法郎。 该法律包括对健康、寒冷天气、狂欢节活动、指定区域的宗教崇拜、航空旅行以及某些外交或与表演相关的场合的例外情况。 在联邦法律生效之前,超过一半的瑞士州已经颁布了禁止在示威活动中遮盖面部的禁令。 然而,新的国家法律取代了州法律。 批评人士认为,该法律不公平地针对了瑞士40万穆斯林社区,其中只有少数人戴面纱。 瑞士政府最初反对这项措施,认为它过于极端,并辩称该禁令可能会损害旅游业。 该法律也受到了该国穆斯林协会的谴责。 然而,支持者反驳说,这项禁令服务于更广泛的公共安全考虑。 去年,苏黎世警方对98名在抗议活动和体育骚乱中戴面具的参与者处以罚款,而伯尔尼当局也对足球流氓执行了类似的州禁令。 早在2011年,法国就首次引入了对布卡(一种覆盖全身,眼睛周围有网状物的服装)和尼卡布(一种面纱,眼睛处留有缝隙的服装)的禁令。 此后,奥地利、比利时、保加利亚、丹麦、意大利、荷兰、德国、意大利和西班牙也实施了全部或部分的面部遮盖禁令。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
特朗普要求撤下他的画像
(SeaPRwire) - 美国总统称,在科罗拉多州议会大厦展出的这幅画作是“真的太糟糕了” 美国总统唐纳德·特朗普已要求立即将他的画像从科罗拉多州议会大厦中移除,称这幅画作“真的太糟糕了”。 这项批评正值白宫与倾向于民主党的该州领导层之间关系紧张之际。 特朗普周一在 Truth Social 上发帖表示,科罗拉多州州长贾里德·波利斯应该“为自己感到羞耻”,因为他挂了一幅“被故意扭曲到”他“前所未见的程度”的画像。 “我宁愿没有照片,也不要这张照片,”特朗普写道,并声称该州的许多居民都对这幅画作表示不满。 这幅作品由出生于英国并在科罗拉多州定居的肖像画家 Sarah A. Boardman 创作,自 2019 年特朗普第一个总统任期以来,一直在州议会大厦展出。 Boardman 还为科罗拉多州议会大厦绘制了美国总统巴拉克·奥巴马的肖像,特朗普称其“很棒”。 这些肖像基于照片,而不是现场写生。 特朗普在他的帖子中还批评“激进左翼”州长波利斯在犯罪问题上“极其软弱”,并列举了他对 Tren de Aragua(一个已扩张到美国的委内瑞拉犯罪团伙)的处理方式。 据总统称,该团伙去年“实际上接管了”科罗拉多州第三大城市奥罗拉。 今年 2 月,美国政府将 Tren de Aragua 指定为外国恐怖组织。 本月早些时候,特朗普援引《外国人敌对法案》将近 300 名据称是该团伙成员的人驱逐到萨尔瓦多,他们被安置在高度戒备的拘留设施中。 州长办公室回应说,波利斯“很惊讶”地得知美国总统是“我们科罗拉多州议会大厦及其艺术品的爱好者”。 多个媒体援引的声明接着说,州政府“一直在寻找任何机会来改善我们的游客体验”。 但声明没有具体说明这幅画像是否会被移除。 科罗拉多州在过去五次总统选举中都投票给了民主党候选人,包括 2024 年的卡玛拉·哈里斯。 特朗普在教育、医疗保健、移民和枪支安全等问题上的政策在科罗拉多州面临州一级的反对,司法部长 Phil Weiser 对这些政策提起了一系列诉讼。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
欧盟国家向计划前往美国的跨性别旅行者发出警告
(SeaPRwire) - 已敦促跨性别和非二元性别者在前往美国旅行之前联系当地的美国大使馆。 在唐纳德·特朗普总统颁布了一项只承认两种性别的政策后,芬兰、丹麦和德国已向前往美国的跨性别和非二元性别者发出了警告。 自从上任以来,特朗普发布了多项命令来确认这种新方法,并已指示 US Health Department 澄清基于性别的定义。新的指导方针将性别定义为一种不可改变的生物学特征,并指出个人应严格地被归类为男性或女性。 丹麦外交部周四在其美国旅行页面上发布了一项更新,建议跨性别者在旅行前联系哥本哈根的美国大使馆。 “如果您的护照上的性别指定为 X 或者您已经改变了性别,建议您在旅行前联系美国大使馆,以获取有关如何操作的指导,” 丹麦外交部的页面上写道。 在丹麦的旅行页面发生变化大约一周前,芬兰发布了类似的更新。 虽然它没有明确提及特朗普的行政命令,但该建议指出,在申请签证或 Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) 批准时“有两种性别指定可供选择:男性或女性”。 德国联邦外交部在其更新的旅行指南中也警告说,美国的签证和 ESTA 申请需要选择“男性”或“女性”。 柏林还建议,性别标记为 X 或性别与出生时分配的性别不同的人,在旅行前咨询美国当局有关入境要求。 该建议发布之际,美国国务院已暂停一项允许跨性别、非二元性别和双性美国人更新其护照上的性别指定的政策。 美国护照持有人以前能够自行选择性别,其中一个选项是字母 X,表示一个人的性别未指定。 多年来,美国一直在摆脱传统的性别认同标准,包括用“parent one”和“parent two”取代“母亲”和“父亲”,并在前美国总统乔·拜登的领导下,为跨性别者权利以及多元化、公平和包容 (DEI) 项目建立了保护。去年, Vermont Department of Health 甚至建议使用性别中立的术语,如“child”或“kid”代替“son”或“daughter”,以推广包容性语言。 自从上任以来,特朗普已经撤销了跨性别者权利的保护,并结束了对未成年人进行变性手术的联邦支持,以保护他们免受“化学和外科手术的残害”。 在一系列行政命令中,特朗普还在军队中禁止了“激进的性别意识形态”,并禁止跨性别女性参加女子体育运动。 还有计划阻止跨性别运动员参加美国主办的赛事,包括 2028 年奥运会和世界杯。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
收入狂飙同比增长137% 多款产品蓄势以待 康希诺增长动能充沛
香港, 2025年3月25日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 康希诺生物股份公司(股份代码:688185.SH和6185.HK,以下简称:康希诺)作为中国疫苗领域的佼佼者,凭借持续的研发创新和强大的商业化能力,在2024年实现了显著的业绩增长。康希诺在2024年实现营业总收入8.46亿元,同比增加137.01%,这一突破标志着公司从Biotech向Biopharma的转型初见成效。而随着后续多款重磅产品的不断推进、技术管线的持续突破以及国际化布局的逐渐深化,康希诺在2025年有望迎来更强劲的增长动能,2024年,康希诺的核心产品MCV4疫苗(曼海欣®)作为中国唯一四价流脑结合疫苗,在"自营团队+CSO推广商"的营销模式赋能下,实现了快速市场渗透,验证了其商业模式的可行性,成为公司业绩的稳定基本盘。作为国内独家产品,曼海欣®在印尼、中东、南美等海外市场接连取得注册与认证突破,尤其是Halal认证的获批,为其打开了全球超18亿人口的穆斯林市场。国际化战略的逐步落地,叠加MCV4的覆盖人群拟进一步扩大,公司的收入基数有望得到显著提高。除了核心产品表现优异,康希诺的产品管线也进入密集收获期,多款产品预计将会在今明两年内上市,业绩蓄势待发。公司首创CRM197+TT双载体技术的13价肺炎结合疫苗(PCV13i)目前已完成上市前检查,预计于2025年内获批。这一疫苗将显著增强儿童对流行肺炎球菌血清型的免疫力,有效预防肺炎球菌引起的感染性疾病。与传统单载体疫苗相比,该疫苗采用的双载体技术能够有效减少大量使用同一种载体蛋白造成免疫干扰的可能性,与其他疫苗共注射时,也能减少对免疫原性造成的抑制。此外,该疫苗结合设计和生产工艺皆改良过,临床研究中显示,针对中国儿童群体中危害较严重的多种血清型,能够有效诱导较高的特异性抗体水平。凭借技术优势,该疫苗有望在竞争激烈的肺炎疫苗市场中脱颖而出,占据技术制高点,成为公司未来新的增长点。而康希诺在组分百白破疫苗上的管线布局同样具有显著的技术领先性,有望实现全年龄段覆盖。公司的婴幼儿用吸附无细胞百(组分)白破联合疫苗(婴幼儿用DTcP)已于2025年2月正式纳入优先审评品种,定位为进口替代。而在该款疫苗的基础上,公司还进一步研发了青少年及成人用吸附无细胞百(组分)白破联合疫苗(青少年及成人用Tdcp),目前已启动II/III期临床试验,并完成Ⅲ期临床试验受试者入组。值得一提的是,公司的吸附无细胞百(组分)白破b型流感嗜血杆菌(结合)-ACYW135群脑膜炎球菌(结合)联合疫苗(DTcP-Hib-MCV4联合疫苗)已于2025年2月获批临床。这款全球首创的"五联苗"将百白破、Hib和流脑疫苗整合,可大幅减少接种次数,未来上市后或成为多联多价疫苗领域的标杆产品。在海外业务中,康希诺除了推进核心产品MCV4疫苗等进入海外市场外,还积极推进与海外机构在技术方面的交流。2024年,公司与马来西亚国立生物技术研究院(NIBM)确立合作,推进mRNA多价流感疫苗研发。该项目是马来西亚首个mRNA疫苗研发项目,助力马来西亚建立mRNA疫苗开发能力,同时也有助于进一步推动公司海外战略,提升公司创新疫苗品牌价值。同年,公司还与巴西最大的疫苗制造商巴西布坦坦研究所(Butantan),正式签署战略合作谅解备忘录,旨在共同推动创新疫苗及mRNA技术的发展,深化中巴两国在公共卫生领域的合作,构建全球伙伴关系。可以看到,从核心产品MCV4的成功商业化,到丰富的后续产品管线,再到国际化战略的稳步推进,康希诺正以"中国创新"深度参与全球疫苗产业链。展望未来,康希诺有望在国内外市场实现更大的突破,为全球公共卫生事业持续贡献力量,为全球疾病防控体系注入中国动能。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
Wintermar Reports Results For The Full Year Ended 31 December 2024
SINGAPORE, Mar 24, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wintermar’s Operating Profit jumped by 101.5%YOY to US$17.8 million on the back of a 13.5%YOY increase in Total Revenue to US$82.4million, from higher charter rates and a better fleet mix of DP (Dynamic Positioning) vessels.Owned Vessel DivisionOwned Vessel Revenue rose by 28.9%YOY to US$62.1million for FY2024 from US$48.2million in FY2023. This was driven by a larger number of DP vessels in the fleet which pushed the average charter rates for 2024 up by 26% as compared to the average charter rate in 2023. These factors contributed to a 106.2%YOY jump in Gross Profit from Owned Vessels to US$22.4million for FY2024 with vessel utilization in 2024 at 66%, slightly lower than 68% for 2023.Owned Vessel gross margin has increased to 36.1% in FY2024 as compared to 22.6% in FY2023, reflecting a strong increase in charter rates as well as a better fleet exposure to the DP segment. Our 5150BHP to 8000BHP AHTS as well as PSVs experienced a higher charter rate boost than the rest of the fleet due to rising demand for deeper water drilling projects, which require DP capability.Vessel utilization fell in 4Q2024 to 63% compared to 67% in 3Q2024. Some vessels completed spot contracts while the monsoon season in Brunei also impacted utilization. These vessels underwent maintenance and will start operations again in mid 1Q2025. The additional PSV which was delivered in October 2024 did not commence operations until January 2025. Chartering Division and Other ServicesGross Profit from Chartering rose by 28.7%YOY to US$1.4million, despite slightly lower revenue of US$13.7million, reflecting improved margins. Gross Profit from Other Services recorded a decline of 16.7%YOY to US$2.6million upon the completion of a contract. Total Revenue for FY2024 rose 13.5% YOY to US$82.4 million with Total Gross Profit of US$26.4 million (+75.5%YOY) for FY2024 as compared to Total Revenue of US$72.6 million and Total Gross Profit of US$15.0 million in FY2023.Direct Expenses and Gross ProfitOwned Vessel Direct expenses rose by 6.4% YOY to US$39.7million, largely from higher maintenance costs, which rose by US$7.5million (+21.8%YOY), in additional to higher crewing costs of US$10.3million (+10.5%YOY).The higher maintenance and crewing costs are aligned with operating a fleet of higher value vessels and a larger proportion of operations outside of Indonesia. Depreciation costs rose by 5.4%YOY to US$13.4million as the number of operational vessels increased. Bunker costs rose by 7.2%YOY to US$3.3million due to higher oil prices and a larger number of vessels mobilized in and out of Indonesia.Indirect Expenses and Operating ProfitIndirect Expenses rose by 38.5%YOY to US$8.6million, with Staff Salary contributing US$1million to the increase, reflecting a focus on strengthening the operations, technical and IT teams to manage a higher value fleet, as well as the payment of employee bonuses in line with the strong operational performance. As the Company now participates in more international tenders, there has been an increase in marketing expenses by 164.8%YOY to US$0.66million.Operating margins jumped to 21.6% for FY2024 compared to 12.2% in 2023, as Operating Profit doubled to US$17.8million for FY2024, reflecting the impact of operational gearing on the Company’s profitability as charter rates begin to rise.Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable ProfitInterest Expenses and financial charges fell by 4.2%YOY to US$1.2million while interest income rose by 582%YOY to US$0.46million, as the Company continued to accumulate cash flow and pay down debt. Equity in net earnings of associates jumped to US$2.4million for FY2024 from US$0.55million in FY2023, with strong contribution from associated companies with OSV operations which also benefitted from the strong industry upturn.The sale of fixed assets contributed a one-off gain of US$16.1million, largely from the sale of an older PSV in the first half of 2024. Due to the strengthening of the A, the Company recorded a FX loss of US$0.47million mainly from Rupiah denominated trade receivables.Non-controlling interest was significantly higher at US$9.8million compared to a small loss of US$0.04million in FY2023. The largest contributor to this was from the gain on sale of fixed asset as well as the stronger earnings from the PSV business which is 51% controlled by Wintermar.Net Attributable Profit to shareholders for FY2024 was US$22.5million, a significant jump of 237% compared to US$6.7million in FY2023. Excluding the gain on sale of Vessel, the underlying core profit increased by 126.5%YOY to US$15.1million compared to US$6.6 million in FY2023.FY2024 EBITDA increased by 44.8% YOY to US$31.5million.Industry OutlookThe recent months have been characterized by rising global uncertainty arising from dramatic policy changes in the US, the prospect of tariff wars and the fragile ceasefire in Gaza. These upheavals have not derailed the underlying momentum in the upstream investment cycle, which seems to still be unfolding as major oil companies have started to roll back renewable energy projects in favour of investing in oil and gas. The oil price has corrected from previous highs but is forecasted to stay firm in the next couple of years from OPEC+ intervention.In Indonesia, the government remains committed to the various major deepwater projects which have received investment approval in the past 12 months. SE Asian charter rates corrected slightly at the end of 2024 after a very sharp spike up in the past 12 months. However, there are several Engineering Procurement (EPCI) projects which require OSV for short-term projects, which accounts for a more volatile utilization of the OSV fleet. Business ProspectsDespite a slower 4Q2024, we are still optimistic on the outlook for OSVs in Indonesia as there are several approved deepwater drilling projects particularly in the Makassar strait and the Andaman sea which are likely to commence in 2H2025 to 2026. Some EPCI contracts have been awarded and tendering for the marine spread is ongoing for 2H2025 commencement. All this points to continued short term contracts, by virtue of where we are at this early stage of the drilling cycle, and we expect continued volatility in utilization rates while charter rates should remain firm.Wintermar took delivery of 3 units of newbuilt Heavy Load Barges (HLB) between December 2024 to February 2025. The vessels are in the process of conversion to Indonesian flag and will be ready to work by 2Q2025. In addition, the Company has ordered a newbuilt Platform Supply Vessel for delivery in 2026, which will enhance the DP capability of the fleet and reduce average age of the fleet. These acquisitions have been funded through internal cash flow and will be refinanced upon delivery. In 2H2025, another reactivated PSV is expected to be operational, adding to our capacity for 2025.Contracts on hand as at end February 2025 amounted to US$66million. About Wintermar Offshore Marine GroupWintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.For further information, please contact:Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFAInvestor RelationsPT Wintermar Offshore Marine TbkTel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com DISCLAIMERCertain statements made in this publication involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. Certain statements relating to business and operations of PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk and Subsidiaries (the Company) are based on management’s expectations, estimates and projections. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Certain statements are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such statements. The Company makes no commitment, and disclaims any duty, to update or revise any of these statements. This publication is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a solicitation or offering of securities in any jurisdiction. The information contained in this publication is not intended to qualify, supplement or amend information disclosed under corporate and securities legislation of any jurisdiction applicable to the Company and should not be relied upon for the purpose of making investment decisions concerning any securities of the Company. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Dida Inc. (02559.HK) Announced 2024 Annual Results, RMB 211 Million Adjusted Net Profit
HONG KONG, Mar 24, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK), a leading technology-driven mobility platform, announced the audited consolidated annual results for the year ended December 31, 2024.Financial Highlights:- Revenue was RMB787.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to RMB815.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.- Gross profit was RMB567.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to RMB605.4 million for year ended December 31, 2023.- Net profit increased by 234.4% from RMB300.4 million for year ended December 31, 2023 to RMB1,004.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.- Adjusted net profit (non-IFRS measure) was RMB211.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to RMB225.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.Operation Highlights:- Gross transaction value amounted to RMB7.4 billion and total number of orders reached 119.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.- Registered users reached over 372 million as of December 31, 2024- Certified private car owners reached 18.9 million, an increase of 21.4% year-on-yearBusiness OutlookCarpooling marketplace businessThe Company believes carpooling in China is still at its early stage of development, with significant market demand yet to be fully released and the benefits of carpooling not fully recognized by the public. At the same time, the Company notices a year-on-year increase in the demand for carpooling. In 2024, the number of passengers who placed orders surged 34.3% year-over-year, driven by robust demand in lower tier cities. Riders on the platform can access low-cost mobility options and enjoy quality experience. Private car owners can save money on gas and tolls by sharing traveling expenses with riders. Carpooling also brings about numerous societal benefits, such as reducing carbon emissions and mitigating traffic congestion. In the future, the Company will seek more robust, healthier, and suitable transportation capacity and a broader user base through multiple approaches. The Company will establish strong collaborations with third-party platforms to expedite the growth initiatives. In the lower-tier cities, the Company will drive growth through the conversion of private domain traffic, the dissemination of a “low-price” mindset, and the optimization of mini-program functionalities. The Company will continue to fine-tune the algorithms for precise route matching to enhance driver retention. Furthermore, the Company will explore various scalable carpooling scenarios, such as employee commuting and student travel to and out of college campuses, to expand the user base. For the driver side, the Company will also encourage more diversified demands to provide better travel experiences, especially for those looking for better ride compatibility. Moving forward, the Company will continue to refine the station based carpooling model to better meet user needs by offering more compatible and cost effective options.Taxi businessIn selected cities where the Company has already entered into strategic cooperation agreements, the Company will closely work with all relevant stakeholders, including local authorities, taxi industry associations, taxi companies, and taxi drivers to implement its strategy for smart taxi services. Several cities are considering changing traditional fixed-price models for taxi riding to dynamic pricing in response to competition from ride-hailing. The Company is leveraging this opportunity to provide smart taxi service solutions tailored to these cities, which includes technologies and systems to support the implementation of dynamic pricing.For the full announcement of Dida for the annual results ended December 31, 2024, please visitt: https://manager.wisdomir.com/files/594/2025/0321/20250321213001_91138480_en.pdfAbout Dida Inc.Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK) is a leading technology-driven mobility platform in China. The Company creates more transit capacity with less environmental impact by providing carpooling marketplace services to pair up riders with private car owners if they are heading in similar directions at compatible times. It also provides smart taxi services, aiming to improve the efficacy and efficiency of relevant stakeholders in the taxi industry in China. Dida makes the mobility ecosystem greener and more efficient, and each trip experience warm and enjoyable.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the business outlook, forecast business plans and growth strategies of the Company. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are stated herein on the basis of the outlook at the time of this press release. They are based on certain expectations, assumptions and premises, some of which are subjective or beyond the control. These forward-looking statements may prove to be incorrect and may not be realized in future. Underlying the forward-looking statements is a large number of risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these risks and uncertainties is included in the other public disclosure documents on the corporate website. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Q P Group’s Net Profit Surges 61% to HK$129 Million in 2024
HONG KONG, Mar 24, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Q P Group Holdings Limited (“Q P Group” or the “Group”; Stock code: 1412), a paper product manufacturing and printing services provider, today announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024 (“FY2024” or the “Reporting Period”).In FY2024, the Group achieved revenue of approximately HK$1,210.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 16.5%, driven by increased demand from its original equipment manufacturer (“OEM”) and web sales customers. Bolstered by continuous improvements in operational and production efficiency, profit attributable to the equity holders of the Company surged approximately 61.2% to approximately HK$129.1million.The Board of Directors has proposed a final dividend of HK11.0 cents per share (FY2023: HK8.0 cents) for FY2024. Together with the interim dividend of HK3.0 cents (FY2023: HK2.0 cents) already paid, the total dividend for FY2024 will be HK14.0 cents per share (FY2023: HK10.0 cents).Business ReviewDuring the Reporting Period, the Group remained highly focused on steady business expansion and optimisation of operations, successfully capturing new business opportunities driven by rising demand for its major OEM customers’ products. Additionally, the Group made steady progress in diversifying its business across various product lines. Leveraging strengths in product development, production know-how and operation standards for trading cards production, it cultivated business relationships with an industry-leading global trading card company and various publishers in China. During the Reporting Period, the Group’s OEM sales reached approximately HK$984.8 million, up approximately 16.4% from approximately HK$845.8 million for FY2023.In terms of web sales business, riding on the well-established market position, enhanced customer experience and effective cost-saving measures, the Group’s web sales achieved steady growth during the Reporting Period. Q P Market Network (“QPMN”), our recently launched business-to-business-to-consumer (B2B2C) e-commerce platform, also made ongoing efforts to enhance its website’s infrastructure and functionality, and successfully built relationships with business partners from all over the world. In FY2024, the Group’s web sales amounted to approximately HK$226.1 million, representing a growth of approximately 16.9% as compared with approximately HK$193.4 million for FY2023.In respect of operations, the Vietnam plant commenced full-scale operations during the Reporting Period, becoming a crucial production hub for the Group. In September 2024, the Group entered into a construction agreement with a contractor for the construction works in relation to the expansion of the Vietnam plant.ProspectsLooking ahead, the Group will stay focused on steady business expansion and operational optimisation. It aims to strengthen its OEM solutions by innovating in product structural design, printing and finishing techniques, and new material utilisation. To capitalise on the booming trading card games market, the Group will actively participate in relevant trade shows to enhance market penetration and position itself to seize emerging opportunities.The development of QPMN remains the Group’s key growth strategy in web sales business in the long run. The Group will focus on enriching its e-commerce solutions for product customisation, expanding its product range and enhancing its integration with popular e-commerce platforms, in order to better align with the market standard and expectations of business partners. For the Original Brand Manufacturer (“OBM”) business, the brand’s dedicated team has formulated a series of online and offline approaches, aiming to progressively diversify the brand’s sales channels, enlarge customer base, broaden market presence and grow the customer base. Besides playing cards, the brand will explore the market potential of other products such as trading card games, board games, and tarot decks to promote brand awareness and expand revenue streams.The Group will continue to optimise production operations, with the expansion of its Vietnam production base progressing on schedule and expected to commence operations in the third quarter of 2025. This strategic expansion will enable the Group to develop a more comprehensive supply chain in Vietnam and diversify the potential operational risks arising from geopolitical factors. On the other hand, following the recent milestone of achieving the certification of 2i level of Industry 4.0 maturity, the Group is committed to advancing its digital transformation through improvement in utilisation of operational data and scaling up the application of smart operations across more production lines and workshops.Mr. Cheng Wan Wai, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Q P Group concluded: “The manufacturing industry is predicted to face a complicated economic landscape with both opportunities and challenges in 2025. The consumer market is expected to show resilience, underpinned by steady economic growth and declining inflation. In contrast, the imposition of tariffs and heightened protectionism driven by widespread geopolitical tensions will inevitably impact the manufacturing sector. Based on our solid business and financial foundation, we are confident about the long-term prospect of the Group. We will continuously implement appropriate strategies to sustain steady growth and create long-term value for our stakeholders.About Q P Group Holdings Limited (Stock code: 1412)Established in Hong Kong in 1985, Q P Group is one of the leading paper-based tabletop games and greeting cards manufacturers in the PRC, with production sites in Dongguan and Heshan in Guangdong Province and Phu Ly City in Ha Nam Province, Vietnam. Its principal product categories include tabletop games, greeting cards, trading cards, educational items and premium packaging. Since 2010, the Group has been operating web sales businesses to provide online solutions for diversified customised paper products and gift items. Currently, the number of its active registered users has reached over 77,600.Q P Group’s major websites are:www.makeplayingcards.comwww.boardgamesmaker.comwww.createjigsawpuzzles.comwww.printerstudio.comQ P Market Network:www.qpmarketnetwork.comFor more information, please visit: https://www.qpp.com/Media EnquiriesStrategic Financial Relations LimitedVicky LeeTel: (852) 2864 4834Email:vicky.lee@sprg.com.hkPhoebe LeungTel: (852) 2114 4172Email:phoebe.leung@sprg.com.hkWill ChengTel: (852) 2864 4894Email:will.cheng@sprg.com.hkWebsite: http://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.















