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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 […]

Awaiting confirmation of contracts worth up to several Billions!   KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 27 May 2021 – In a filing to Bursa Malaysia, Vivocom announced that it has embarked on a strategy of sourcing and supplying commodities and minerals to China and other countries for the foreseeable future in light of the world’s soaring demand and race for scarce commodities to rebuild their […]

It doesn’t feel that long ago since the racing world was captivating by the 2021 Dubai World Cup, but already connections will be planning their route towards one of the biggest races of the year next year. The hugely lucrative race will once again attract a starring field, but which runners could be among the leading contenders for the race next year? History & Records The Dubai […]

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 […]

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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 […]

Twitter helps fans to share their excitement for the new single with special emojis like #BTS_Butter, lyric #SmoothLikeButter and BTSARMY shoutout #Got_ARMY_Behind_Us SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach – 24 May 2021 – BTS fans ‘ARMY’ are loving BTS’ new single, ‘Butter’, and are showing their passion on Twitter, where fans Tweeted about ‘Butter’ over 31 million times worldwide on launch day, and more than 300 million […]

Children want to have a say in matters that affect them, Young Voices study reveals   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 24 May 2021 – The latest research conducted by Save the Children Hong Kong, a leading international NGO supporting the most deprived and marginalised children, reveals concerns of young people in Hong Kong including family and academic pressure, bullying in school, and safety in […]

GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo: Mount Nyiragongo in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, erupted on Saturday, sending panicked residents of the nearby
This chart, from Our World in Data, lets you explore the progress of each countries’ vaccination programs

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 […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21 May 2021 – The Singapore Property Show (SPS) is back from 13 to 30 May 2021 for a bigger edition this year! SPS 2021 will offer more than 25 of the latest launched private property projects for sale through a fully digital experience, in a collaboration between Mediacorp, 99.co, and an expanded slate of leading real estate agencies including ERA Singapore. […]

Complimentary resources include localized online learning tools for healthcare professionals and the public in India on the prevention and management of COVID-19, along with evidence-based information on COVID-19 vaccines   NEW DELHI, INDIA – News Direct – 21 May 2021 – Elsevier, a global leader in research publishing and information analytics, has launched its India COVID-19 Healthcare Hub for frontline healthcare workers and members of the public […]

CAIRO: World Health Organization officials called on Thursday for a humanitarian pause in Israel’s bombardment of Gaza to allow access for aid as the health system in the Palestinian enclave faces

Independent research firm gives company highest possible score in threat prevention criterion   HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 20 May 2021 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today announced that it was named a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Endpoint Security Software As A Service, Q2 2021, which evaluated 12 of the top providers in the space, for its […]

Involving over 350 facilities, DHL distributed more than 200 million vaccine doses to over 120 countries to date From 2022 onward, a further 7-9 billion doses of vaccines are necessary annually to keep (re-)infection rates low and slow down the pace of virus mutations Locally adapted last-mile delivery, distribution models and a constant stock of vaccines will continue to be critical beyond 2021 BONN, GERMANY – Media […]

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