Hong Kong also ranked the fourth most attractive data center location in APAC HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 31 August 2020 – Investment into data centers in Asia Pacific (APAC) is on the rise with the total transaction volume between 2018 and 2020 totalling USD 5.70 billion, 7.2x that between 2015 and 2017. Despite the pandemic outbreak, investment activity in the sector remains relatively […]
The Dubai Smartpreneur Competition, hosted in collaboration by Dubai Startup Hub, Entrepreneur Middle East & the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, is a prestigious, unique and one-of-its kind opportunity for innovative startups based in the UAE to partner with and contribute to the Dubai Government’s Strategy to elevate the city into a global platform for innovative businesses to thrive. As part of the 5th edition of the Dubai […]
As we celebrate the sixth Emirati Women’s Day, it is evident that the year 2020 has been exceptional. Some of the many remarkable plans the UAE had intended for this year included the launch of the Mars mission in July, the commissioning of the first nuclear energy plant in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi shortly thereafter, and the inauguration of Expo 2020 Dubai – the largest […]
The initiative empowers grassroots social innovators with funding and guidance to improve lives, their communities and the environment. WAM Expo 2020 Dubai has joined forces with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to support grassroots innovators with the ambition and potential to improve the lives of people across a variety of complex, fragile or marginalised humanitarian settings, organisers announced at the end of the fifth Expo 2020 […]
An Expo 2020 Dubai chief praised the “indomitable spirit” of the event’s international community and vowed the UAE would deliver a world class spectacle next year. Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Co-operation and director general of Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau, admitted the Covid-19 pandemic had tested the relationships of countries across the globe. But she said the first ever hosting of the Expo in […]
Takeaways from the AIA Real Rewards Poll 2020 highlight the value of an all-rounded approach to health, and provides insights on opportunities to further support Singaporeans on their health journey SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 27 August 2020 – AIA Singapore today announced findings from the AIA Real Rewards Poll 2020 which revealed that: As a result of COVID-19, two-thirds (65%) of Singaporeans realise that they have been […]
30 Destinations; Countless Travel Possibilities and Experiences SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 26 August 2020 – Following the inaugural success of Ultimate Getaways promotion in May, Banyan Tree Group has launched its exclusive Ultimate Getaways 2. This time, featuring more than double the destinations, the Group’s 30 properties worldwide will offer countless travel choices with savings of up to 80%. As the world navigates a new normal, consumer surveys have shown […]
COUNTRY LATEST UPDATES Saudi Arabia Covid-19 pandemic latest: Total confirmed cases: 301,323 Recoveries: 272,911 Deaths: 3,470 Actions to slow the spread of Covid-19: 3 August: Pilgrims returning from Hajj must quarantine for 14 days and will be monitored using electronic bands to ensure compliance. 28 July: Health Ministry to assign a health leader for every 50 pilgrims at this year’s scaled-back […]
When you think about places for fall color in the U.S., New England probably comes to mind, and though it deserves the notoriety, it’s just one of many regions to witness the resplendent change of seasons. No matter where you live, there’s likely an excellent destination to photograph the rich, warm colors of autumn within a day’s drive. We asked 10 photographers to share the details behind […]
Arabian Post Staff Unifeeder, through its Unifeeder ISC (Indian Subcontinent) platform, a majority owned subsidiary of DP World Limited, today announced the acquisition of Transworld Feeders FZCO, Avana Logistek Limited, including its subsidiary Avana Global FZCO, and Transworld Feeders Pvt. Ltd., the containerised Indian coastal and EXIM feeder shipping operations of Shreyas Shipping and Logistics Limited, excluding vessels and bulk operations. The transaction is subject to regulatory […]
Offering up to 100% Shopping Rebate along with “Recycle & Reward” Program to Promote Green Living HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 19 August 2020 – Since its launch in mid-June, Hang Lung Properties‘ SPEND TOGETHER campaign has generated close to HK$35 million in sales across our malls including Fashion Walk, Grand Plaza, Gala Place, Hollywood Plaza, Peak Galleria, Amoy Plaza, and Kornhill Plaza. Following this spectacular success, Hang […]
74% of organizations reported moderate to significant impact to their employees due to the pandemic In response to COVID-19, 38% of IT leaders plan to increase their investment in cloud-based networking, and 35% in AI-based networking, as they seek more agile, automated infrastructures for hybrid work environments HONG KONG, CHINA – Media Outreach – 14 August 2020 – Businesses will experience profound changes as employees’ transition to hybrid work […]
Measures under the Transform for Growth efficiency program defined and initiated – annual cost savings of around €100 million expected from 2022 Group guidance for 2020 remains under review; medium-term targets confirmed Revenue target for China in 2022 raised to €800 million[1] DEUTZ Group: overview of key figures € million H1 2020 Change Q2 2020 Change New orders 623.6 -34.6% 266.9 -39.2% Unit sales (units) 73,859 […]
Building integrated channels and helping business owners Develop new systems to boost sales HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 10 August 2020 – Sa Sa International Holdings Limited (Sa Sa or the “Group”; stock code: 0178) announced on 3 August its official adoption of Boutir‘s solution and the setup of “personal online stores” for its beauty consultants. This will allow Sa Sa to combine the strengths of in-store and […]
K11 unveils exclusive partnership in Asia Pacific with The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) to showcase limited-production MOCA Masks at K11 MUSEA, with designs by globally celebrated artists Virgil Abloh, Mark Grotjahn, Alex Israel, Barbara Kruger, Yoko Ono, Catherine Opie, Pipilotti Rist, Hank Willis Thomas, and Andy Warhol Available for pre-order, Friday 7 August via K11 eshop https://shop.k11.com/en/eshop/moca #K11 MUSEA #MOCAmasks #CSV #SiliconValleyOfCulture @adriancheng […]
AskTraders.com sees 40% of its users from KL, attracting more women users KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 7 August, 2020 – One-stop trading information platform, AskTraders.com experienced a huge spike in interest in Malaysia following the implementation of the Movement Control Order in mid-March. Volumes on its site recorded an 80% increase in March this year, compared to a month earlier. “We saw a huge spike in interest […]
HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 6 August 2020 – OpenLegacy, a pioneer in digital-driven integration for core legacy systems, was recently selected by Shimane Bank to enhance its digital platforms. This milestone marks OpenLegacy’s official entry into Japan, after a strategic investment of US $20M from SBI Holdings earlier this year. A team of local go-to-market experts, delivery consultants and partners have been employed to serve the market. […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 6 August 2020 – Local insurer Etiqa announced its support for healthcare personnel in Singapore amid Phase Two of the city state’s reopening. All staff working in the local healthcare sector are eligible for a complimentary 3-month Special COVID-19 Benefit of up to S$52,000 in case of diagnosis of COVID-19 and Personal Accident cover. With more activities resumed in Phase Two, Singapore faces the […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 4 August 2020 – To commemorate Singapore’s 55th birthday, Amazon aims to recognize home-grown businesses and celebrate their journeys by launching today dedicated “Shop Local” storefront on Amazon.sg. The curated page features four local brands’ founding stories and a plethora of products from local businesses in categories such as home and home improvement, electronics, kitchen and dining, health and personal care, toys and games, […]
– Walton International Group’s Strategic Relationships with Top U.S. Homebuilders Set to Reap Rewards SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 August 2020 – Covid-19 is having a profound impact on the homebuying decisions of many Americans, as witnessed by the rapid recovery of the U.S. housing market in the past quarter. Walton is uniquely positioned to capitalise on current trends as a result of its relationships with large U.S. […]
He also noted that the price-performance of properties located near transit stations has seen growth in several global cities, and areas built around metro links at affordable price points, like those in Discovery Gardens and in the Jebel Ali area, are expected attract both owner-occupiers and renters, which is likely to underpin population growth in these parts of the city. “Typically, when residential real estate is made […]
Futurist sheds light on ‘new normal’ at E-Day seminar HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 30 July 2020 – Local start-ups have been rising to the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic with agility and creativity. This year’s HKTDC Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), underwent a transformation in terms of format and content, with a series of seminars broadcast live on 16 and 17 July […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 29 July 2020 – AIA, the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group, today announced plans to host its first ever regional online health and wellness event, spanning 13 markets and headlined by AIA’s Global Ambassador David Beckham. AIA Live will be broadcast on Sunday 2nd August and will include more than 30 unique sessions, delivering health and wellness content to inspire, motivate and educate […]
Released whitepaper assesses the key trends shaping Asia Pacific’s workforce, and the critical role of organizations, people and technology in realizing a hybrid workplace SINGAPORE – Media OutReach -29 JULY 2020 – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to transform our daily lives, Microsoft, with research from TechRepublic Premium, looked into the impact the pandemic has had on the region’s legacy work styles, business operations and how […]
