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Swiss Pavilion participates for the 4th consecutive time at the Singapore event   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 27 November 2020 – Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) and the Swiss Business Hub ASEAN said today that their Swiss delegation will participate at this year’s Singapore FinTech Festival 2020 through its digital Swiss Pavilion. Emphasizing that Asia remains an important market for internationally oriented Swiss SMEs, the “virtual” participation of the Swiss delegation […]

Investor Growthwell Group, a Local, Temasek-backed Plant-based Meat Manufacturer, Is Helping the Company Apply for a Patent in Singapore   Newly launched in November, the next-generation, non-GMO ChickP Native Starch has a narrow granule-size distribution that makes it perfect as a thickening or binding as well as anti-caking agent Production of the 90% chickpea isolate will increase to over 1,000 tonnes per annum in 2021 Growthwell will […]

43 percent of Savvy Commuters feel that they receive plenty of mental space when commuting 40% of Singaporeans feel that their city infrastructure is becoming more strained every year Technology expected to play an instrumental role in enhancing commuter experience SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 26 November 2020 – Ericsson‘s latest ConsumerLab report explores commuter behavior both before and during the COVID-19 crisis, reflecting consumers’ opinions and habits that could […]

Tourism-dependent islands badly impacted by more than 90% decline in passenger flights Supplementary COVID-19 supplies moved through Singapore and Fiji to reach the Pacific islands SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 26 November 2020 – The far flung islands in the Pacific have not been spared the brunt of COVID-19. The World Health Organization has been working tirelessly to ensure much-needed supplies and healthcare equipment reach the shores of these islands. While the […]

HA NOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 26 November 2020 – The national festival for innovative startups, TECHFEST VIETNAM 2020, will be held from November 26-29 in Ha Noi. This is the largest annual virtual event organized by the Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam (MOST) to cooperate with international partners to develop and promote science, technology, and innovation in Vietnam in particular and South East Asia in […]

The new Osaka Distribution Center will increase shipment processing capacity by more than 50% At just a 20-minute drive away from downtown Osaka, the facility brings greater convenience to customers in the Kansai region SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 November 2020 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, will be opening its newest and largest distribution facility in Japan — the Osaka Distribution Center (ODC) at […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 November 2020 – Cloud Comrade, a leading Singapore-based cloud managed services provider and AWS Premier Consulting Partner, today announced that Amazon Web Services (AWS) have recognised it as the 2020 ASEAN AWS Migration Partner of the Year.   Since its inception in 2014, Cloud Comrade has been focusing on AWS migrations and managed services. Having implemented hundreds of cloud projects over the years, and […]

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The dedicated route will connect Melbourne to Auckland and Christchurch five nights a week, providing a faster delivery and more efficient shipment collection time for Australian and New Zealand businesses New service launch follows 49% growth in Melbourne-New Zealand shipment volumes in the past year SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 November 2020 – DHL Express, the world’s leading express service provider has commenced operation of a new overnight direct freighter service […]

Shop and save even more holiday deals this Black Friday on November 27 through Cyber Monday on November 30, as Amazon releases thousands of deals with deep discounts and extra savings on a wide selection of products including top trending gifts, most-loved holiday presents, and much more Customers can secure buzzworthy gifts and trending products across toys, baby, beauty, home, electronics and grocery, support small businesses and […]

Participants can look forward to barista brew-offs and business opportunities with ICBS, as part of the new 3-year partnership with MSCA   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 November 2020 – Montgomery Asia, a global exhibitions company with 125 years of experience, is excited to set foot in Malaysia with the launch of the inaugural International Café & Beverage Show (ICBS).   Taking place from 10 to 12 June 2021, the three-day […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 November 2020 – With the opening of their third facility in Bedok projected for end December 2020, the Ashford Dental Centre is expanding its operations into a wider range of neighbourhood locations. Along with their other two branches in Serangoon and Thomson, the new facility will facilitate the provision of dental services to match rising demand. Out of the many dental services, perhaps the most significant […]

Over 3 Million Trees Planted on New Hanover Island   KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 20 November 2020 – The Joinland Group, a diversified Malaysian conglomerate of varied business interests, has planted over 3 million trees on the Papua New Guinea (PNG) island of New Hanover since the inception of its agriculture and forestry venture, the Central New Hanover Agro-Forestry Project in 2012.   This milestone achievement is just one […]

Acquisition expected to create a new global IT supply and services business   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 20 November 2020 – Irish headquartered IT procurement and services company, Arkphire, today announced it is to be fully acquired by Presidio, a leading North American IT solutions provider.  The deal represents a further consolidation of scale in the ICT services market creating a global IT supply and services business. Arkphire will support Presidio […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 November 2020 – 2020 was a record-breaking year for the James Dyson Award, which has now financially supported 250 promising inventions from young engineers and scientists around the world. Despite this year’s context, the Award received its highest number of entries, and the quality was exceptional — highlighting the ingenuity of young inventors. The two winners, who each receive £30,000, solve significant […]

By James M. Dorsey and Alessandro Arduino Public debates about China’s Middle East policy are as much internal Chinese discussions as they are indications of where Beijing’s thinking is going and efforts to nudge countries like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to accommodate potential policy changes. Relying on scholars rather than officials, China is signalling to Gulf states adjustments they would have to make to […]

The launch of Finvest, an online investment platform, signals Lu International’s continued efforts to expand its footprint across Southeast Asia via strategic partnership.   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 17 November 2020 – Lu International (Singapore) Financial Asset Exchange Pte. Ltd. (“Lu International”), a subsidiary of China’s leading technology-empowered personal financial services platform Lufax Holding, and KASIKORNBANK, leader in digital banking and one of Thailand’s largest banks, announced today the launch […]

Venturing into new business segment with the addition of Oasia Resort Sentosa on Sentosa Island Introducing a second Village hotel in Japan, and the first Quincy expansion in Australia  SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 17 November 2020 – Far East Hospitality, one of the leading operators of hotels and serviced residences, today announced that it will forge ahead with its local and regional expansion plans with three properties — Oasia […]

By Nantoo Banerjee   India-friendly Joe Biden’s ascendency to the top job in the United States means a lot for India, especially in the area of trade and economic relations as the country is looking for large foreign investments from diplomatic allies to grow its domestic industry and boost employment. Contrary to the official data […]

Small business sector shows resilience in challenging conditions; operational discipline during COVID-19 drives free cash flow of $54 million   WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – Media OutReach – 12 November 2020 – Xero Limited (ASX: XRO) today reports half year earnings to 30 September 2020 (H1 FY21) that demonstrate the resilience of its global subscriber base, and its proactive response supporting customers and partners, in a challenging COVID-19 […]

From 2020 to 2022, DHL Express Asia Pacific is spending close to EUR 690 million on infrastructure build across key markets in the region to increase capacity and efficiency Approximately EUR 60 million has been committed to boost its air network with new aircraft and new routes DHL Express is ready for historic 2020 peak season with 30-40% increase in shipment volume expected SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 12 […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 11 November 2020 – Luxury media group Tatler has officially revealed the full 5th edition of the annual Gen.T List, sponsored by Credit Suisse. The list has become a definitive reference of leaders of tomorrow – the most promising millennial entrepreneurs who are redefining the landscape of Asian culture and business. Previous honourees have included tech entrepreneur Eric Gnock Fah and actor Henry […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 11 November 2020 – Singapore-based video animation studio GRAM sets its sights on venturing abroad to expand its operations team. The expansion plan was initiated in recognition of diverse creative and artistic talent that is available from all corners of the globe, beyond just the local talent pool. GRAM is specialised in animation, videos and web interaction, offering an array of video animations and […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 November 2020 – Generation T, a subsidiary of luxury media group Tatler and a platform for leaders of tomorrow, in partnership with Credit Suisse, announced the winners of the Gen.T x Credit Suisse Social Impact Awards 2019/2020 at a virtual conference, Gen.T Stream.   Awardees were selected from the Gen.T List for their constructive disruption and significant contributions to society in Asia. […]

Coherent provides digital platforms and data intelligence engines to empower insurers to evolve and shape the post-COVID future of insurance   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 November 2020 – Coherent, the provider of digital platforms to insurers, today confirmed a US$14M Series A funding round led by global VC fund Cathay Innovation, with participation from Franklin Templeton. The funds will fuel the insurtech start-up to expand its […]

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