Month: 2024-09

- 兩展吸引約17,000名商貿買家進場採購- 問卷調查顯示最多受訪者認為在未來兩年鐘表業主要增長的傳統市場為日本、台灣、澳洲及太平洋群島、南韓；新興市場則看好東盟、中東及印度- 智能手表產品將是未來最受歡迎的手表類別香港, 2024年9月8日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) — 由香港貿易發展局（香港貿發局）、香港表廠商會有限公司及香港鐘表業總會有限公司合辦的第43屆香港貿發局香港鐘表展及第12 屆國際名表薈萃的實體展於昨天圓滿結束。受颱風影響，雖然兩展一度短暫暫停開放，大會特別於展覽其中三天延長開放時間，並積極鼓勵業界利用「展覽+」線上線下融合模式採購及交流，把握機遇。五天實體展仍吸引約17,000名、來自106個國家及地區的商貿買家親臨採購，香港以外的買家主要來自中國內地、台灣、印度、印尼、日本、馬來西亞、菲律賓、新加坡及泰國等，引證香港作為區内重要的鐘表貿易中心的地位。今年兩展繼續以融合展覽模式「展覽+」（EXHIBITION+）舉行，網上展展期將延續至9月14日，買家可繼續於網上採購及洽商。而首度全面開放予公眾人士的國際名表薈萃及同期舉行的CENTRESTAGE（香港國際時尚匯展），單以公眾人士計算，兩展另吸引逾15,000人次入場欣賞腕表工藝及時裝和購買心頭好。香港貿發局副總裁張淑芬表示：「香港鐘表展及國際名表薈萃匯聚逾700家、來自15個國家及地區展商參展，除了迎來業內國際買家外，今年國際名表薈萃更首度全面開放予公眾入場，為業界提供一站式商貿平台，擴闊新客源，展商更可即時了解零售客戶喜好，有助加強未來產品設計及研發，提升競爭力。」她提到，踏入秋季，連串精彩商貿展覽正式開鑼。10月份率先有香港秋季電子產品展及國際電子組件及生產技術展，將於10月13至16日舉行；其後依次序為10月27至30日舉行的香港國際秋季燈飾展、以及10月29至11月1日舉行的香港國際戶外及科技照明博覽。展會均以「展覽+」(EXHIBITION+)融合展覽模式舉行，助業界抓緊新商機。調查︰未來兩年東盟及中東等市場被看好為了解鐘表業的發展趨勢、展商和買家對市場前景及產品趨勢等看法，香港貿發局於展覽期間進行問卷調查，即場訪問了約900 名展商和買家。調查結果顯示，超過四成(42%)受訪者預期未來十二至廿四個月整體銷售額會有增長，而47%受訪者則預期整體銷售額會持平，最多受訪者認為在未來兩年鐘表業主要增長的傳統市場為日本、台灣、澳洲及太平洋群島、南韓；新興市場則看好東盟、中東及印度。產品趨勢方面，四成受訪者認為智能手表將繼續成為未來最受歡迎的手表類別，其次為石英表（17%）、手動機械表（15%）及電子表（14%）；而智能手表(46%)、時尚手表（37%）和休閒式手表（19%）具有最大的增長潛力。新增綠色方案供應商標誌 「展覽+」發揮作用綠色可持續發展是目前全球焦點，近年越來越多鐘表商採用可持續物料，製作手表及表帶。為了方便買家採購，大會今年新增綠色方案供應商標誌，有30家精選展商展示相關產品，其中香港展商高頓斯有限公司副總裁周宛賢分享︰「綠色方案供應商標誌有助吸引買家參觀我們的展位，來自中東和東南亞的買家對我們的環保手表非常感興趣。今年營商氛圍很好，我們預計今年展會的新訂單將比去年增長10至20%，大約10至15%的新訂單會來自環保手表。」來自愛爾蘭的珠寶及手表公司 Armoura Designs Ltd 一向通過貿發網採購 (hktdc.com Sourcing) 網上平台物色供應商，認為該平台的供應商資訊十分豐富，已與多個優質供應商建立聯繫。公司營運總監Stuart McGrath表示：「今年是我們第一次親身到香港鐘表展，已計劃向五家手表供應商採購OEM產品，亦於一家展商物色到綠色包裝解決方案，所有訂單總值110,000美元。展覽+模式讓我在線上線下進行採購，探索更多商機。」印度奢侈手表零售連鎖店Ethos Limited今年參加香港鐘表展及國際名表薈萃，尋找新品牌。公司副總裁Mohammad Sajjad表示：「已經從三家香港展商採購了藍寶石手表、表殼、不銹鋼手表，以及智能手表，總額約為120萬美元。這次我亦用了Scan2Match功能，非常有效且資料豐富，可以以數碼、環保的方式記錄展商的詳細信息。」受颱風影響，兩展一度暫停開放，大會特別於展覽其中三天延長開放時間，讓參觀人士及展商爭取更多時間洽商，並積極鼓勵買家利用「 商對易」（CLICK2MATCH）網上智能配對平台。來自捷克的買家，Prime的採購經理Ilona Remesova表示在八號颱風信號懸掛期間，於酒店通過「商對易」繼續與展商聯繫，並成功安排了網上會議，亦在展會重開後回到會場與在網上接洽的展商繼續傾談。圖片下載：https://bit.ly/3zajKvp第43屆香港鐘表展及第12屆國際名表薈萃實體展昨天圓滿結束，吸引約17,000名、來自106個國家及地區的商貿買家親臨採購。「World Brand Piazza」專區是國際名表薈萃的亮點，呈獻十個世界級腕表品牌。國際名表薈萃今年首次全面開放予公眾入場參觀購物，帶動現場氣氛。展會設有廣東、廣州、台灣展館，並於疫情後首度回歸的韓國展館（上圖）。瑞士獨立製表展團（SIWP - Swiss Independent Watchmaking Pavilion）、法國展團Francéclat及International Luxury Group （上圖）今年載譽歸來，帶來多個國際品牌。兩項表展作為盛事經濟活動之一，香港旅遊發展局於展會首兩日安排電車全景遊（9月3日）及詠春體驗（9月4日），以提升會展旅客的商旅體驗。「香港國際鐘表論壇」（上圖）及「亞洲鐘表研討會」邀得多位行業專家出席，探討鐘表業的行業前景、設計趨勢和發展方針。第41屆香港鐘表設計比賽設有公開組及學生組進行比賽，由藝人袁偉豪擔任嘉賓評判並出席頒獎典禮。展覽期間舉行的精彩活動包括「名表匯演」（上圖）、鐘表工藝示範及「競投精明眼」等活動，幸運大抽獎亦送出豐富禮品。 相關網頁香港鐘表展：hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/tc國際名表薈萃：hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/te/tc傳媒查詢新聞界如有查詢，請聯絡香港貿發局傳訊及公共事務部：徐俊逸電話：(852) 2584 4395電郵：johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.org馬意文電話：(852) 2584 4369電郵：bubble.ma@hktdc.org香港貿易發展局香港貿易發展局(香港貿發局)是於1966年成立的法定機構，負責促進、協助和發展香港貿易。香港貿發局在世界各地設有50個辦事處，其中13個設於中國內地，致力推廣本港作為雙向環球投資及商業樞紐。 香港貿發局通過舉辦國際展覽會、會議及商貿考察團，為企業(尤其是中小企)開拓內地和環球市場的機遇。香港貿發局亦通過研究報告和數碼資訊平台，提供最新的市場分析和產品資訊。有關香港貿發局的其他資訊，請瀏覽www.hktdc.com/aboutus/tc。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 8, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The physical exhibitions of the 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12th Salon de TIME, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd, successfully concluded yesterday.Despite the fairs closing temporarily due to typhoon Yagi, businesses were still able to capture more opportunities as the organisers extended the opening hours for three of the five fair days. Buyers and exhibitors were also proactively encouraged to use the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model for business exchange.The physical exhibitions attracted some 17,000 buyers from 106 countries and regions. Global buyers from outside Hong Kong mainly came from Mainland China, Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, highlighting Hong Kong’s importance as a watch trading centre. The EXHIBITION+ hybrid model will enable exhibitors and buyers to enjoy extended business discussions until 14 September.Salon de TIME and CENTRESTAGE, HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were also fully open to the public for the first time. The public count for the events exceeded 15,000 visits. Watch and fashion enthusiasts were able to appreciate the pinnacle in craftsmanship and design and purchase their favourite items.HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said: “The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME brought together over 700 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions. In addition to welcoming international buyers, this year’s Salon de TIME was fully open to the public for the first time, providing a one-stop sourcing platform and creating new business opportunities. Exhibitors were able to learn about customer preferences immediately, which will help strengthen product design and research and development, enhancing competitiveness in the future.”Ms Chong added: “An exciting line-up of mega events will captivate visitors this autumn. The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and the concurrent electronicAsia will be held on 13-16 October, followed by the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) on 27-30 October. The International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held from 29 October to 1 November. These fairs will be held under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, helping businesses capture new opportunities.”Survey uncovers promise in ASEAN and the Middle EastTo gauge watch and clock industry trends for next year, the HKTDC conducted an on-site survey, interviewing some 900 exhibitors and buyers on the market outlook and product trends.The survey found that 42% of respondents expect overall sales to grow over the next 12-24 months, while 47% expect sales to remain unchanged. Japan, Taiwan, Australia & Pacific Islands, and South Korea were seen as offering the best growth prospects over next two years among traditional markets, while ASEAN, the Middle East and India were seen as offering the most promising growth prospects over the next two years among emerging markets.In terms of product trends, 40% of respondents expected smartwatches to continue as the most popular watch category. Other respondents pointed to quartz analogue watches, cited as the most popular watch category by 17%, mechanical watches, cited by 15%, and digital watches, cited by 14%. When asked about watches with the highest growth potential, 46% of respondents cited smartwatches, 37% said fashion watches and 19% said leisure watches.Green Solutions Suppliers label debuts this yearIn recent years, more watch manufacturers have been using sustainable materials to make watches and watch straps. Amid the sustainability trend, the two fairs introduced Green Solutions Suppliers label this year to make sourcing easier for buyers. These labels were used by 30 exhibitors.Amy Chow, Vice President of Hong Kong exhibitor Gordon C & Co Ltd, said: “The Green Solutions Suppliers label helped attract buyers to our booth. Buyers from the Middle East and Southeast Asia were very interested in our eco-friendly watches. The business atmosphere is good this year. We expect that new orders at this year's exhibition will increase by 10-20% compared to last year. About 10-15% of new orders will be for environmentally friendly watches.”Armoura Designs Ltd, an Irish jewellery and watch company, has been using the hktdc.com Sourcing platform to find suppliers. Mr Stuart McGrath, the company’s Managing Director is impressed with the platform and has connected with various quality suppliers through it. He said: “This is my first time visiting the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair in person. I have found five watch suppliers for OEM projects and have also procured a green packaging solution from an exhibitor. The total value of these business deals is around US$110,000 (~HK$858,000). The EXHIBITION+ model enables me to source online and offline for more opportunities.”Ethos Limited is a retail chain for deluxe watches in India. Mohammad Sajjad, the company’s Assistant Vice President, visited the fairs to look for new brands. He said, “I have ordered sapphire watches and sapphire watch cases, stainless steel watches and automatic health indicator watches from three Hong Kong exhibitors. The order amount was around US$1.2 million (~HK$9.4 million). This time, I also used the Scan2Match function. It is a useful and resourceful tool. It helps record details of exhibitors of interest in a digital, eco-friendly manner.＂Ilona Remesova, Prime’s Purchasing Manager, a buyer from Czechia, said that she continued to contact exhibitors during the fairs’ temporary closure through HKTDC’s Click2Match smart business matching platform at her hotel and successfully arranged online meetings. She also returned to the venue when the exhibition reopened and continued the conversation with the exhibitors she contacted online before.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3zajKvpThe 43rd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 12th Salon de TIME drew to a successful close yesterday, attracting some 17,000 buyers from 106 countries and regions.The World Brand Piazza showcased 10 top-tier watch brands, captivating visitors.Salon de TIME was fully open to the public for the first time this year.The two fairs featured pavilions from Guangdong, Guangzhou and Taiwan, as well as South Korea (above), which returned after the pandemic.Swiss Independent Watchmaking Pavilion (SIWP), Francéclat and International Luxury Group (above) returned this year, presenting more international brands. During the watch fairs, the Hong Kong Tourism Board arranged a sightseeing tram tour on 3 September and a Wing Chun experience on 4 September, enhancing the experience for exhibition visitors.The Hong Kong International Watch Forum (above) and Asian Watch Conference invited various experts to discuss industry prospects, design trends and development strategies.The 41st HK Watch & Clock Design Competition featured an Open Group and a Student Group. Artist Benjamin Yuen served as a guest judge and attended the awards ceremony.An array of exciting activities took place during the fairs, including watch parades (above), a watch engraving demonstration and Smart Bidding. Fabulous prizes were also given out during lucky draws. Media enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395 Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.org Bubble Ma Tel: (852) 2584 4369Email: bubble.ma@hktdc.org WebsitesHong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: hkwatchfair.hktdc.comSalon de TIME: hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/teAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. 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- This year’s event attracted renowned international brands, with a stunning opening fashion show by acclaimed designer Robert Wun at the Hong Kong Palace Museum- Opening hours were extended, with buyers encouraged to engage in business discussions through the Exhibition+ platform to mitigate the impact of the typhoon. The event drew more than 8,500 buyers from 82 countries and regions- A survey indicated that 34.8% of respondents expect sales to increase in the next six to 12 months, while 56.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged- 36% of respondents believe that rising demand in emerging markets is the biggest opportunity this year- 39% and 29% of respondents respectively believe that fashion accessories and urban clothing hold the greatest growth potential for the industryHONG KONG, Sept 7, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), CENTRESTAGE, the region's annual fashion showcase, drew to a successful close today. Due to the impact of the typhoon, the exhibition was temporarily suspended. The HKTDC extended the opening hours of the fair for three days and proactively encouraged buyers to use the Exhibition+ platform, making the most of both online and offline interactions to seize business opportunities.This year's CENTRESTAGE showcased more than 250 brands from 18 countries and regions, setting a record for brand participation at the event. The four-day physical fair attracted more than 8,500 buyers from 82 countries and regions, with a significant increase in buyers from Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan and other regions.CENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME, the HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were fully open to the public free of charge for the first time. The public count for the events exceeded 15,000 visits, successfully assisting exhibitors in expanding their customer base as well as promoting the development of the creative sector.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "As a pivotal event in Hong Kong's fashion calendar, CENTRESTAGE this year brought together numerous esteemed international brands, including renowned labels such as ROBERT WUN and ROKSANDA. The event successfully drew a wide array of local, Mainland China and overseas buyers, with major multi-brand stores like CNTRBND from Canada, VOO Store from Germany, SUGAR s.r.l. from Italy, Carv Store from Japan, 10 CORSO COMO SEOUL from South Korea, and onefifthteen from Taiwan, as well as department stores such as Galeries Lafayette from France and Metro (Private) Limited from Singapore, sending representatives to source and engage in invaluable exchanges with exhibitors at the fair. This solidifies the event's status as an essential platform for fashion trade and brand promotion in Asia."Industry survey: optimistic outlook amid growth in online channelsThe HKTDC conducted interviews with around 370 exhibitors and buyers during the event, gaining insights into their perspectives on the future of the fashion industry and their expectations regarding product trends. The survey findings revealed that 34.8% of respondents expect an increase in sales in the next six to 12 months, while 56.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged. In addition, half (50.3%) of the respondents expect an increase in the coming 12 to 24 months, while 44.3% anticipate that sales will remain unchanged, reflecting an optimistic stance towards the industry’s sales landscape.According to the survey, 61% of respondents identified fluctuations in the global economy as the most significant challenge this year, while 29% pointed to fluctuating exchange rates. At the same time, 36% of respondents viewed rising demand from emerging markets as the major opportunity in 2024. As online procurement continues to gain momentum, 52% of respondents said they used both offline and online channels, while 23% indicated sole reliance on online sales and sourcing channels.Fashion accessories take centre stage as industry sees market potentialMany international brands are incorporating accessories into their clothing, with designs that combine style and comfort becoming a trending feature. Survey insights reflected these trends, with 39% and 29% of respondents respectively seeing fashion accessories and urban clothing as holding the greatest growth potential in their primary sales markets.Local exhibitor YGM Group showcased its international golf brand ASHWORTH's athleisure apparel at CENTRESTAGE. The company's Brand Manager Becky Kam noted that the new zones for athleisure and circular fashion at the fair aligned with important market trends and attracted relevant buyers, helping to generate business opportunities for the company. "About 20 buyers have approached us, exceeding our expectations,” Ms Kam said. “Most buyers are from Singapore and Thailand, with some from the Middle East and Russia. I believe we can reach agreements with eight buyers from Singapore and Thailand, and if we successfully sell the agency licence, it is likely to amount to tens of thousands of US dollars."Iris Ramos, founder of Duxton, a Singapore brand exhibiting with the Singapore Fashion Council, was pleased to see numerous buyers and visitors from Australia, Germany and Mainland China visit their booth on the first day of the event. "Many buyers are interested in our brand. Currently, five international stores have confirmed their intention to carry our products. The fair has significantly increased our exposure and helped us gain a better understanding of the market."International buyers journeyed to the fair. Japanese buyer Keisuke Fujita, CEO of THE FOUR-EYED Limited, said: "After attending 11 business matching meetings with exhibitors at the fair, we anticipate order amounts to be between US$8,000 and US$16,000. We also greatly appreciate the HKTDC extending the exhibition hours to mitigate the impact of the typhoon, and we are likely to return to the fair next year." He added that the "Scan2Match" feature of the HKTDC’s Marketplace app, which allows buyers to scan exhibitors' QR codes, save their favourite exhibitors and browse product information, is a very useful tool for buyers.Korean buyer Jonghun Park from Samsung C&T Fashion Group sourced contemporary and avant-garde fashion brands at CENTRESTAGE and identified Italian brand LA HAINE INSIDE US (LH). "LH's designs are very suitable for our discerning clients, and we may place our first order valued at approximately US$15,000. The fair has allowed us to connect with innovative designers from around the world, diversifying our brand portfolio and keeping us at the forefront of fashion trends."Local designers dazzle in vibrant fashion showcasesForty fashion shows and events were held over the four days of the exhibition, with the opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, standing out as a highlight. This memorable event took place on 3 September and was the first time for a fashion show to be held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. The event welcomed the participation of Robert Wun, the first Hong Kong designer featured at Paris Haute Couture Week, whose “Home Coming” show marked his much-anticipated return to the city.The fashion show received widespread praise as it was live-streamed across multiple platforms, with the public still able to revisit the spectacle via the CENTRESTAGE official website and the HKTDC's Facebook page and YouTube channel. In addition, a dedicated exhibition space at CENTRESTAGE showcased Robert Wun’s latest collection. The designer also hosted a masterclass on the second day of the fair, where he elaborated on his fashion design philosophy and personal journey. The session attracted many industry professionals, members of the public and fashion design students, all of whom gained valuable insights from his presentation.Continuing its practice of cross-disciplinary collaboration, the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show this year featured a cinematic approach, with Weeds on Fire* director Steve Chan presenting the fashion narratives of four brands: ANGUS TSUI, röyksopp gakkai, selfFab., and Z I D I. The show was simultaneously broadcast on the CENTRESTAGE website and various online platforms, including the Fashion Hong Kong website and Instagram page, and the HKTDC’s Facebook and YouTube channels, allowing a wider audience to enjoy the experience and revisit the show online.The Redress Design Award 2024 Grand Final Fashion Show, dedicated to promoting the development of circular fashion, was also successfully held at CENTRESTAGE. Several awards were presented, including the First Prize, Runner-up Prize, People’s Choice, and the Hong Kong Best Prize.The Hong Kong fashion platform FASHIONALLY, meanwhile, showcased the latest collections of five local designer brands, including CHARLOTTE NG STUDIO, From Clothing Of, Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio, and WHY. Additionally, three local brands – YAMA GUEST, Murfi Lau and Marcch – received accolades for their latest collections during the three fashion presentations at FASHIONALLY.Several local fashion brands presented their latest design collections during the fashion shows at CENTRESTAGE. Among them, the local brand DEMO, which participated in CENTRESTAGE ELITES in 2022, showcased garments with a Greek inspiration, while another local brand, HARRISON WONG, also showcased its Spring Summer 2025 collection. Other brands including Natacha Van unveiled their latest designs at CENTRESTAGE’s fashion show.*Weeds on Fire was the winner of the 1st First Feature Film Initiative organised by the CCIDA, formerly known as Create Hong Kong.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3XyYjxtCENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME, HKTDC’s concurrent fashion event, were fully open to the public for free for the first time. The events successfully helped exhibitors to expand their customer base and promoted the development of the creative sector.An annual highlight in the Asian fashion calendar, this year’s CENTRESTAGE welcomed more than 250 brands from 18 countries and regions – a record high brand participation for the event.CENTRESTAGE brings together exhibitors and buyers from various countries and regions, helping to create new business opportunities.The Redress Design Award 2024 Grand Final Fashion Show, dedicated to promoting sustainable fashion development, was successfully held at CENTRESTAGE.Internationally acclaimed designer Robert Wun hosted a masterclass during CENTRESTAGE, sharing his journey in the industry and drawing a large audience of industry professionals, fashion enthusiasts and fashion design students.Various local brands held fashion shows during CENTRESTAGE, including DEMO, HARRISON WONG and Natacha Van. Pictured is the showcase for HARRISON WONG’s latest collection.The Hong Kong Kids Fashion Show was a popular event at CENTRESTAGE. WebsitesCENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hkFashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enCENTRESTAGE ELITES: https://www.hktdc.com/event/centrestage/en/livestreamMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni KwokTel: (852) 6291 4283Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Snowy ChanTel: (852) 2584 4525Email:snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong ’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a leading global health technology provider of smart wearables, has launched the Amazfit T-Rex 3, designed to redefine adventure for today’s explorers. With military-grade toughness, precise navigation, and exceptional battery life, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 is the perfect companion for life’s epic journeys.Built with military-grade construction to endure extreme environments, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 now features a larger 1.5” AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, ensuring easy readability in any lighting conditions. True to Amazfit’s legacy, the Amazfit T-Rex 3’s powerful battery offers up to 27 days of typical use or 180 hours of continuous GPS tracking and navigation.Travel adventurer Muhammad Haris Hakimi said, “The Amazfit T-Rex 3 dual-band GPS provided exceptional accuracy from the clear and audible turn-by-turn directions through connected Bluetooth headphones. The enhanced privacy gave me control over my location-sharing via the enabling or disabling of the GPS data.”Personal data privacy is crucial for safety and security. The Amazfit T-Rex 3 offers various privacy features, including options for permanent or temporary cloud storage of GPS data, no cloud storage and the ability to disable GPS permissions entirely. Backup options include automatic email backup, cloud backup, local backup to a mobile device, and sports data file export. These features allow the user control of their personal information and location details.Sportsperson and active runner Shawn Pam said, “The 2,000 nits on the 1.5” AMOLED screen displayed data and maps clearly in various environments; from the sidewalks of Kuala Lumpur to the jungles of Bukit Dinding, I was able to see my route, heart rate, blood oxygen and more. The Zepp 4.0 OS with Zepp Coach aids my run plans and keeps me on track. The speech-to-text, allows me to reply to text messages and set reminders without stopping my workout.”Overall, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 is 16% larger than its predecessors and features a stainless-steel bezel, free offline maps, contour maps with turn-by-turn directions, and advanced health tracking including readiness and heart rate variability. The Amazfit T-Rex 3 comes with over 170 workout modes, now with Hyrox Racing, Freediving, Ultramarathon and upgraded Strength Training modes. Within the new Strength Training mode, users can create their own training templates in the Zepp App and sync them to the watch to follow their workout.Another upgrade is the Zepp OS 4.0 which introduces fully integrated AI, offering a rich app ecosystem, seamless connectivity with third-party fitness devices and AI assistant powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o.Building on the success and foundation of the Amazfit T-Rex Series legacy, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 brings noticeable upgrades. It is bigger, brighter and more interactive, thanks to integrated AI. How does the Amazfit T-Rex 3 compare to the Amazfit T-Rex 2? Here are some key statistics:On 7 and 8 September 2024, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 will be available during the Pre-Launch Sale for RM1,099.00, at DirectD Gadget Mega Store, Petaling Jaya. Customers will also receive an Amazfit String Bag, Amazfit Microfiber Towel and DirectD Water Bottle, while supplies last. Additionally, the Pre-Launch Sale includes a purchase-with-purchase (PWP) offer for Amazfit PowerBuds Pro at RM99.00 (regular price RM599.00).Starting from 9 September 2024, the Amazfit T-Rex 3 will be available for RM1,099.00 and a free gift, on Shopee.Image DownloadDownload high-resolution images from this LINK.About AmazfitAmazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand focused on health and fitness, is part of Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company. Offering a wide selection of smartwatches and bands, Amazfit's brand essence is "Up Your Game", encouraging users to live their passions and express their active spirits freely. Amazfit is powered by Zepp Health’s proprietary health management platform that delivers cloud-based 24/7 actionable insights and guidance to help users attain their wellness goals. With outstanding craftsmanship, Amazfit smartwatches have won many design awards, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award.Launched in 2015, Amazfit is today embraced by millions of users. Its products are available in more than 90 countries across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions. For more information about Amazfit, visit www.amazfit.com.For media information, kindly contact:Triven Marketing Group, for AmazfitJazzmin WanTel: +6 017 289 4110Email: jazzmin@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月6日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) — 根據保險業監管局最新公佈的數字，周大福人壽保險有限公司（「周大福人壽」），於2024年上半年業績表現優秀，為公司未來的發展勢頭奠定了堅實基礎。上半年表現的關鍵亮點包括：- 首年年化保費收入（APE）［1,2］按年同期增長33%［3］，優於行業整體29%的增幅，市場排名按APE表現第10位［4］；- 代理人渠道APE表現按年同期上升44%，遠超行業整體5%的增幅，市場排名第8位；- 經紀渠道業務APE按年同期增長31%，市場佔有率達10.7%，市場排名第3位。周大福人壽行政總裁葉文傑表示：「公司業務增長勢頭在2024年上半年持續，體現了我們團隊的卓越表現，及客戶對我們領先市場的產品及專業服務的認可。」葉文傑續稱：「今年七月，周大福人壽正式更名並推出全新品牌形象，進一步展現與周大福集團的緊密關係。憑藉周大福集團多元業務體系的雄厚資源、財務實力及環球投資佈局，我相信將有助公司開拓更多機遇，釋放更大潛力，繼續開創保險新價值之餘，持續推動業績增長。」註:1.首年年化保費收入為年度化保費之 100% 及整付保費收入 10% 之總和。2.首年年化保費收入是根據保險業監管局 2024年 1 月至 6 月香港長期保險業務季度發表的臨時統計數字(「統計數字」)， 以個人人壽(類別 A 至 F)之新造直接業務作計算。3.根據統計數字之首年年化保費收入，與去年同時期之首年年化保費收入比較。4.周大福人壽按首年年化保費收入表現在香港人壽保險公司中排名第10位；首年年化保費收入表現在代理人渠道及經紀渠道業務合計表現排名第7位。重要提示：- 本傳媒通知乃周大福人壽經搜集有關數據及資料製作而成，僅供參考用途。於製作此傳媒通知時，周大福人壽盡力確保資料內容準確、完整及為最新的資訊，但不會就本傳媒通知任何內容的準確性、完整性及適時性作出任何擔保或保證。周大福人壽明確表示概不就因本傳媒通知任何內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何索償及／或損失承擔任何責任。周大福人壽保留權利隨時更改及修改此傳媒通知載列之資料，而毋須發出預先通知。就此傳媒通知之內容作出任何決定前，建議向適當的專業人士（如理財顧問或律師等）尋求獨立意見。- 如欲查詢，歡迎致電周大福人壽客戶服務熱線：+852 2866 8898。- 本傳媒通知只適宜於香港分發，不應被詮釋為在香港以外地區提供周大福人壽的任何產品，或就其作出要約或招攬。如在香港境外之任何司法管轄區的法律下提供或出售或游說購買任何周大福人壽的產品屬違法，周大福人壽在此聲明無意在該司法管轄區提供或出售或游說購買該產品。 – 完 –關於周大福人壽周大福人壽保險有限公司（「周大福人壽」）扎根香港近40年，為新創建集團有限公司（香港股份代號：659）的全資附屬公司，也是香港最具規模的壽險公司之一。作為周大福企業成員，周大福人壽緊扣鄭氏家族（「周大福集團」或「集團」）多元業務體系的雄厚資源，致力為客戶及其摯愛家人於「生活、成長、健康、傳承」的人生旅程中，提供個人化的匠心規劃、終身保障及優質體驗。憑藉集團財務實力及環球投資佈局，周大福人壽矢志成為大灣區領先的保險公司，持續開創保險新價值。傳媒聯絡周大福人壽品牌發展及傳訊部鄺淑儀 (Suki Kwong)+852 2591 8504suki.kwong@ctflife.com.hk 周大福人壽保險有限公司（於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.