SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 November 2021 – Apical Group, one of the largest palm oil processors and exporters in Indonesia and a member of the Singapore-headquartered RGE group of resources-based companies, has been rated the second most transparent palm oil company globally in the SPOTT (Sustainable Palm Oil Transparency Toolkit) Assessment 2021. Apical improved from a score of 82.5% in 2020 to 89.4% this year, moving up […]
Arabian Post Staff The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and Dubai Industrial City (DI) have signed a deal designed to further enhance the UAE’s industrial sector while facilitating decarbonisation efforts. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed on the first day of the Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit at Expo 2020 Dubai. It focused on three core elements, including enabling the UAE’s Industry 4.0 program, attracting […]
Younger generations more interested in ethics and sustainability as the new status in luxury and are prepared to pay a premium for this LONDON, UK – Media OutReach – 23 November 2021 – New research published today in De Beers Group’s latest Diamond Insight ‘Flash’ Report highlights that consumer attitudes towards provenance are changing as younger generations value ethics and sustainability assurances beyond simply knowing where a product originated. De […]
Frozen recyclable water bottles replace gel packs to maintain the freshness of frozen & chilled Amazon Fresh products Singapore will be the first country in Asia where Amazon will deploy this packaging innovation SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 22 November 2021 – Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced that it will deliver all frozen & chilled products ordered on Amazon Fresh with recyclable frozen water bottles in Singapore. The island will be the […]
Life insurer acquires stake in Merchantrade Asia Sdn Bhd, fortifies collaboration PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 22 November 2021 – MCIS Insurance Berhad (MCIS Life) has taken up a 4.99% stake in Merchantrade Asia Sdn Bhd, the leading e-money player and the country’s largest Money Services Business operator, through the acquisition of new ordinary shares of an undisclosed amount. The two companies kicked-off a marketing distribution arrangement in 2019 where […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 November 2021 – RGE group of resources-based companies has released its 2021 progress report on its commitment to invest USD200 million in next-generation textile fibre innovation and technology over a ten-year period which started in 2019. The annual report provides an update on the activities undertaken by RGE’s business groups (Sateri, APR, APRIL, Bracell) involved in the fashion value chain to advance its ambition […]
DENVER, US – News Direct – 19 November 2021 – 1,000 surveyed tech leaders say distributed work increases productivity and diversity Most remote talent to remain untethered to an office post-pandemic Tech leaders desire to increase remote work for themselves 72% utilize a distributed workforce but face hurdles to expand it Remote and distributed workforces are here to stay due to the mutual benefits to both businesses […]
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – Media OutReach – 17 November 2021 – Bybit, one of the fastest growing cryptocurrency exchanges with operations around the world, is the new global main sponsor of the Argentina national football teams, including the men’s international football side captained by Lionel Messi. Through this two-years agreement, Bybit’s brand will have maximum visibility in all Argentine Football Associations (AFA) assets, and its logo will be present in […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 16 November 2021 – Sleek, a leading platform providing incorporation and accounting services for SMEs and entrepreneurs, has announced a $14M in Series A funding led by White Star Capital and Jungle Ventures. This brings the total capital raised by the company to $24M. Sleek will use the fresh funds to bolster tech and product development, hiring, and expand presence in existing markets and enter […]
Arabian Post Staff Emaar Properties announced it has achieved an impressive growth in property sales which increased by over 236 per cent to AED 26.146 billion (US$ 7.118 billion) compared to the same period in 2020. Led by its UAE development business and complemented by its international operations, the achieved results underscore investors’ continued confidence in the Emaar brand and its exponential success. Backed by robust property […]
Arabian Post Staff Passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) has grown by almost 20% in the last four weeks to reach 20.7 million in the year to date to October. This is the result of the changes in travel restrictions in key global markets in recent months which is generating renewed confidence in the prospects of international travel. The world’s busiest international airport is expecting this surge […]
In Enhancing Public Awareness and Building a Caring and Inclusive Community HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 14 November 2021 – The ‘Hang Lung X HKYWCA “Love·No·Limit” Dementia Friendly Program – Community Inclusion Day’ co-organised by Hang Lung Properties Limited (“Hang Lung Properties”, stock code: 00101) and the Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association (“HKYWCA”) was held at Amoy Plaza on November 13 2021. The event enjoyed an enthusiastic […]
By James M Dorsey Former Saudi intelligence chief Prince Turki AlFaisal Al Saud must have gotten his tenses mixed up when he asserted in a recently published memoir that no one should underestimate the political importance of Muslims’ commitment to helping other Muslims. Prince Turki’s memoir is focused on Afghanistan, a major preoccupation during his tenure as head of the General Intelligence Department (GID), the kingdom’s foreign intelligence […]
Highlights of FY21/22 Half-Year Results Group sales US$1,674 million – up 26% compared to first half of the prior year. Excluding the effects of foreign currency movements and an acquisition, sales increased by 21% Gross profit US$357 million or 21.3% of sales (compared to US$300 million or 22.5% of sales in first half of the prior year) Adjusted EBITA US$138 million (compared to US$135 million in first […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 12 November 2021 – Environmental, Social and Governance – The concept of ESG, put forward by the United Nations Global Compact was considered an assessment indicator for business operations. It is believed that the young generation learns about ESG will help build up a talent pool committed to sustainable development. William Chiu, Chairperson of the Community Caring Committee of HKAB (3rd right); James Wong, […]
The inaugural FUJIFILM Inno-Vision Forum showcased a diverse line-up of highly prolific industry leaders who shared best practices and success stories of business automation in the new Digital First World. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2021 – FUJIFILM Business Innovation Singapore, world’s leading provider of document services and printing technologies using pioneering smart devices, today concluded its all-new annual flagship event, FUJIFILM Inno-Vision Forum 2021. As global economies […]
The funds will be donated to the Hong Kah North Environmental Sustainability Fund in support of the Singapore Green Plan 2030, benefitting over 42,000 household ERA to embrace sustainability and empower its network of over 8,300 trusted advisers and their clients through promoting green practices and providing volunteerism and fundraising avenues Three key ESG focuses: Creating a green and sustainable living environment for Singaporeans, employee well-being, and […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2021 – On the evening of November 3, a private research and analysis meeting on “Crypto Asset Allocation” hosted by BAF Capita. This private meeting brought together a number of industry elites, who focused on the current crypto industry and discussed in depth how to better manage crypto assets. Aaron, the founder of Meteorite Quantitative, was invited to this conference as a key […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2021 – Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) President Melvin Yong paid Eight Design a visit in their West Tradehub Showroom. Eight Design was mentioned specifically by Yong in a post he made on Facebook, reiterating the value and significance of local renovation contractors being able to secure a CaseTrust accreditation, a step that is beneficial to both the client and the […]
New K-Mile Asia flight will add over 200 tons of capacity weekly between Hong Kong and Bangkok Air Hong Kong will offer over 1,200 tons of weekly total gross payload for both flights: Hong Kong-Beijing and Hong Kong-Cebu-Manila AeroLogic will add 610 tons of capacity with its six-times-a-week service from Hong Kong to Cincinnati SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 November 2021 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international […]
JOS+ customers can enjoy Workplace-as-a-Service offerings and holistic office solutions at over 6,300 desks, meeting rooms, and private offices across 60 locations island-wide SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 November 2021 – HKBN JOS Group (“The Group”) today announced its partnership with Switch, the world’s first workspace on-demand platform, to empower on-the-go users to unlock productivity anytime and anywhere. As the first system integrator to partner with Switch, HKBN JOS […]
NORTH CAROLINA, USA – News Direct – 9 November 2021 – Microban International, the global leader in antimicrobial solutions, odour control and residual sanitisation/disinfection solutions, is pleased to announce a new range of antiviral technologies that are proven to reduce viral loading on products and surfaces. Microban has long been a trusted partner in a wide range of sectors – from consumer and healthcare to industrial and construction […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 November 2021 – The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) was awarded The Greater Bay Area Navigation Award – Award for Outstanding Contribution (Organisation) today, with trophy presented by Mr Li Jiangzhou, Deputy Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR and Mr Pan Yundong, Deputy Commissioner of the Office of the Commissioner of the […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 November 2021 – Global technology leader Cisco and National University of Singapore (NUS) today launched a Corporate Laboratory to boost innovation and research in key technology areas. Established with an investment of S$54 million over five years, the Cisco-NUS Accelerated Digital Economy Corporate Laboratory is supported by National Research Foundation, Singapore (NRF Singapore). Launch of the Cisco-NUS Accelerated Digital Economy Corporate Laboratory on […]
