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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 June 2021 – Global eTrade Services (GeTS) is proud to be recognised as one of the Outstanding Innovators in Trade Finance category for “Global Finance The Innovators 2021” annual selection program. In its ninth year, this unique program by Global Finance recognises organisations that consistently identify and innovate new ways and tools in finance. Award categories include Outstanding Innovations in Cash […]

Berry Wong appointed to newly created role of CEO, APAC Nikki Koh appointed as CEO, Singapore Elevated appointments for Klaus Kiessling to Group CFO and Li San Tan to Group COO Global Advisory Council created to build greater synergies across regions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 June 2021 – Charles Monat Associates (CMA), a pioneer in wealth planning and life insurance solutions, today announced […]

By Saifur Rahman Dubai: Bilateral trade between Poland and the UAE has exceeded US$1 billion in recent years, making the UAE the top trading partner of Poland in the Middle East, according to a top government official. “Our total trade with the GCC countries exceeded US$4 billion in recent years (US$4.9 billion In 2019 and US$4.1 billion in 2020), making it the largest trading partner of Poland among […]

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 1 June 2021 – Productivity came to prominence early, in 1776, when Adam Smith put it at center stage in his famed The Wealth of Nations. The Tokyo-based Asian Productivity Organization (APO) continues that legacy under its mandate of promoting productivity across Asia and the Pacific since its founding 60 years ago. Centuries after Adam Smith’s work, recognition on productivity continues […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 June 2021 – Chubb has released a report, “Digital Business Accelerated,” which explores how small and mid-sized businesses are managing their digital transformation – a transition that has accelerated in the wake of COVID-19. Chubb partnered with Accenture to survey small and mid-sized businesses in nine markets around the world and the results revealed four mega-trends that impact businesses pursuing digital […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 31 May 2021 – The Rhenus Group is among the top 10% of service providers in the logistics industry rated by the sustainability ratings specialist. In particular, Rhenus was among the top 6% among its industry in terms of its sustainability performance in the “Environment” category. Leading global logistics service provider Rhenus has received a Silver medal in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating […]

First large-scale Business & IT trade exhibition after the pandemic held for 3 days next month in HKCEC, Hong Kong   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 May 2021 – COVID has disrupted the business models of all industries globally, and corporations and companies everywhere have all scrambled to adopt to this business “New Normal”. Ability to perform digital transformation and master online virtual business […]

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Trend Micro Research reveals multiple proof-of-concept attacks on connected systems   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 May 2021 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, released in-depth research highlighting new threats to 4G/5G campus networks, many of which capitalize on the difficulty organizations have in patching critical OT environments. The report details multiple attack scenarios and possible mitigations, using […]

Endowment Continues Tanoto Foundation’s Commitment to the Study Of Family Enterprise at Leading Universities   CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES – Media OutReach – 28 May 2021 – The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the renaming of the Kellogg Center for Family Enterprises to the John L. Ward Center for Family Enterprises, which was made possible through an endowment from […]

– Edward Ler, EVP & Head of Southeast Asia – Edward Kopp, Country President, Korea – Ben Howell, Regional Head of Accident & Health SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 May 2021 – Chubb today announced three leadership appointments for the company’s Asia Pacific business. All appointments will be effective from 1 July 2021: Edward Ler, currently Country President for Chubb’s general insurance business in Korea, has […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 27 May 2021 – Chubb today announced that it has appointed Glen Browne Division President, Consumer Lines, Asia Pacific with effect from 1 July 2021, in addition to his role as Deputy Regional President for Asia Pacific. In this newly created position, Mr. Browne will oversee the accident and health and personal lines businesses in the region. He will also have oversight […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 27 May 2021 – Emissary Capital, a boutique investment firm focusing on ASEAN, and GrowthX, a Silicon Valley-based venture capital fund and go-to-market accelerator, today announced their partnership to launch MXP Online – the GrowthX Go-to-Market Accelerator – across ASEAN. MXP Online is a go-to-market accelerator program designed to give companies the processes and knowledge frameworks to accelerate their businesses/products […]

Quick Turnaround Factoring Facility to Safeguard the Manufacturer from Credit Risks Amid Pandemic-related Complications   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 27 May 2021 – Global invoice financing marketplace Incomlend today announced a USD2.5 million invoice financing programme for a leading Indian apparel manufacturer. The initiative will bolster the manufacturer’s production and exportation capabilities, safeguarding its vital revenue streams with customers, including fashion retailers across Europe, the USA […]

Partnership with AlipayHK on exclusive consumption voucher promotions Collaboration with livi bank from July on 210 x HK$5000 in cash rebate   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 May 2021 – In support of the Government’s electronic consumption voucher scheme, major Sino Malls including tmtplaza, Olympian City and Citywalk are putting forward a series of promotions to give out over HK$20 million in rewards. Furthermore, […]

Freightlancer, a subsidiary of Freelancer Limited (ASX: FLN) (OTCQX: FLNCF) acquires Loadshift, Australia’s leading heavy haulage transport marketplace.   SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – News Direct – 25 May 2021 – Freelancer Limited (ASX: FLN) (OTCQX: FLNCF), the world’s largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace by total number of users and jobs posted, today announced that it’s partially owned subsidiary, Freightlancer, acquired Loadshift, Australia’s largest heavy haulage freight marketplace with […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 26 May 2021 – Overall, the Chinese economy expanded by 2.3% in 2020, being the only major economy to record growth, and Coface expects the GDP to accelerate to a 7.5% growth in 2021. This would be the fastest pace since 2013, and comfortably above the minimum of 6% set by the authorities. In normal times, higher economic growth should […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 May 2021 – MTR Corporation (Stock Code 0066.HK) and Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’; Stock Code 0636.HK) are pleased to announce their collaboration in launching an online-to-offline (‘O2O’) new retail solution through their respective sub-brands, MTR Shops and Kerry eCommerce, to bring new retail experiences to consumers in Hong Kong. Jeny Yeung, Commercial Director of MTR Corporation […]

Han Ji-hyun of SBD Entertainment, who starred in popular K-drama PENTHOUSE, endorses premium hair care brand, Shiseido Professional Together with Han Ji-hyun, Shiseido Professional plans to actively develop various media marketing activities that include online and offline advertising Previously, Han Ji-hyun won the Best Rookie Female Actor in the 2021 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards in Korea in April 2021 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 May 2021 […]

Takeda’s dengue vaccine candidate (TAK-003) prevented 83.6% of hospitalizations and 62.0% of dengue illness overall, with no identified important safety risks through three years following vaccination in ongoing pivotal Phase 3 TIDES trial Regulatory filings for TAK-003 progressing in European Union and in many dengue-endemic countries; filing in United States planned for later this year Dengue is the fastest-spreading mosquito-borne viral disease with an estimated 390 million […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 May 2021 – Launching Millésimes Alsace DigiTasting®, the first online trade show with real-life tastings organised by cross-industry experts, is a bold and innovative move by the French region of Alsace. With the show only a few days away, the CIVA (Interprofessional Wine Board of Alsace) has published some preliminary statistics. And it’s a real success! CIVA also unveiled […]

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – African Media Agency – 24 May 2021 – Everlytic, South Africa’s leading provider of an all-in-one platform for data-charged, automated, multi-channel messaging, launched its Channel Partnership Programme with the aim of partnering with like-minded businesses and agencies in the UK and Europe. The pioneering company, which has been ranked the fastest-growing tech company in SA and third fastest in Africa by Deloitte, is […]

SINGAPORE / KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 21 May 2021 – Enviro-Hub Holdings Ltd (SGX:L23) has announced the proposed acquisition of the remaining 75 per cent share capital of its 25 per cent associated company, Pastel Glove Sdn. Bhd. from existing shareholders (“PGSB” or the “Target“) for a total consideration of S$46.8 million, payable 50 per cent in cash and 50 per cent in new […]

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 20 May 2021 – From 14 to 21 May 2021, DHL Supply Chain Thailand partnered with Green Spot, the leading soy milk manufacturer in Thailand, to deliver approximately 250,000 units of Green Spot drinks – Vitamilk and V-Soy (valued at over four million Baht) to communities, hospitals, and field hospitals nationwide. Utilizing 10 trucks to travel about 8,000 kilometers across the […]

New partnership aims to advance the recycling industry in Hong Kong, showcasing new opportunities for circular economy in Asia Pacific Dow’s PCR resin enables SEAL’s sustainable courier bag solutions for Fortune 500 e-commerce companies looking for sustainable and recyclable packaging produced with recycled content HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 20 May 2021 – SEAL, a Hong Kong-based waste plastic recycling company, has signed a Memorandum […]

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