Month: 2024-10

This collaboration opens up new pathways for Korean investors to explore alternative asset classes that offer diversification beyond traditional markets.NH I&S and Alta Exchange will also explore the use of blockchain technology to enhance the liquidity and efficiency of financial markets through asset tokenizationSINGAPORE & SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, Oct 30, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NH Investment & Securities (“NH I&S”), one of Korea’s largest investment and securities firms, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AltaX (“Alta Exchange”), Asia’s leading digital securities exchange for alternative assets, bridging North and Southeast Asia’s fast-growing markets for alternative investments. From Left to Right: Kelvin Lee, Group CEO of Alta Group, and Yoon Byoung Un, CEO at NH Investment & Securities.This landmark partnership will also see NH I&S joining as a member firm of Alta Exchange.The MOU between NH I&S and Alta Exchange will seek to explore the use of Alta Exchange’s blockchain-powered exchange to enhance the liquidity and efficiency of financial markets through asset tokenization. As a member firm, NH I&S will gain the ability to list investment opportunities on Alta Exchange, adding to Alta Exchange’s growing inventory of globally-sourced alternative assets.NH I&S investors will benefit from exclusive access to Alta Exchange’s curated selection of investment opportunities, including global private companies, private equity credit funds, and unique real assets such as rare whisky and wines. These opportunities, traded on Alta Exchange’s digital securities exchange, are tailored for high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors, and family offices, offering a diverse range of options across alternative asset classes.As NH I&S joins Alta Exchange’s existing partners such as Singapore-based broker Phillip Securities, corporate finance firm PrimePartners and investment bank Evolve Capital, this partnership also reflects Alta Exchange’s expanding investor network and investment opportunities to firms from overseas.Representatives from Alta Group and NH Investment & Securities pose for a group photo following the signing of the MoUBringing Liquidity and Accessibility to Korean InvestorsThis collaboration opens up new pathways for Korean investors to explore alternative asset classes that offer diversification beyond traditional markets. Furthermore, Alta Exchange’s technology-driven approach to alternative investing helps unlock liquidity, allowing for greater flexibility in the management and trading of these unique assets.“We are excited to partner with NH Investment & Securities, a leader in Korea’s financial landscape, to bring our portfolio of global alternative investment opportunities to Korean investors,” said Kelvin Lee, Group Chief Executive Officer at Alta Group. “Our collaboration aims to democratize access to high-quality alternative assets, giving NH I&S’ clients the tools to invest confidently in private markets, while also enhancing liquidity and transparency.”Expanding Access to Global and Regional OpportunitiesYoon Byoung Un, Chief Executive Officer at NH Investment & Securities, said “This partnership represents a bridge between South Korea and Southeast Asia, two dynamic markets for alternative investing. For NH I&S, the collaboration with Alta Exchange offers the potential to list and promote regional opportunities to its network of investors, while also introducing its clients to unique global assets sourced through Alta Exchange’s expansive network. With Southeast Asia emerging as a hub for private market growth, the partnership provides NH I&S with a strategic entry point into the region, allowing its investors to explore new opportunities in one of the world’s most exciting alternative investment markets.”About Alta ExchangeAs the leading licensed digital securities exchange for alternative investments in Asia, we are building critical capital market infrastructure backed by some of the most active securities brokerages and bookrunners on the Singapore Exchange - Phillip Securities, PrimePartners and Nomura Holdings (Japan).Empowering Private Markets: Through our Digital Exchange, we enable the tokenization and digital custody of alternative assets. This end-to-end solution simplifies and expedites the trading of smaller asset blocks, ultimately facilitating access and liquidity in private markets. We believe that access to capital markets are pivotal in all economies, we recognize that our role in building this critical infrastructure goes beyond facilitating trades; it paves the way for entrepreneurship, job creation, financial inclusion, and economic resilience, fostering a brighter future for emerging markets and economies.Innovative Financial Ecosystem: Our journey has seen us transition from securities trading and distribution of comprehensive products, including equities, private credit, funds, and asset-backed securities representing real world assets like whiskies and wines, to include fund management and digital custody.Visit us on https://alta.exchange/ About NH Investment & SecuritiesNH Investment & Securities is one of South Korea’s largest investment and securities firm, offering a broad range of investment services, including wealth management, asset management, and brokerage. As part of the NongHyup Financial Group, NH Investment & Securities benefits from strong agricultural sector roots and solid backing from one of South Korea’s largest cooperative group. On the back of the pan-NongHyup group with more than KRW 200 trillion of asset under management, NHIS is enhancing its industry market presence and reputation.Top-tile League Table: NHIS ranked the first and second in DCM and ECM as of the end of 2023 to maintain its top-tier position of investment banking, providing advisory and financing services for mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, with robust client network. Growing Global Channels: Going global by establishing its presence in New York in 1992, NH Investment & Securities has built a network of eight locations across seven countries as of the end of 2023. While its global operations initially focused on stock brokerage, this has evolved to successfully establish a global business portfolio encompassing IB, overseas bonds, global product sourcing, and overseas stock brokerage.For media inquiries, please contact:PRecious Communications, on behalf of Altaalta@preciouscomms.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HANOI, Vietnam, Oct 30, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ASEAN Ceramics 2024 will return to Vietnam for its 8th edition, happening from 11thto 13th December 2024. Organised by MMI Asia, the regional subsidiary of Messe München GmbH and Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), ASEAN Ceramics 2024 is the leading international exhibition of machinery, technology, and materials for manufacturing white-ware, heavy clay, and advanced ceramics. The exhibition will be co-locating with a debuting exhibition, ASEAN Stone 2024, which involves the participation of international exhibiting companies and brands of machinery, tools, chemicals and materials of the Stone industry.Group picture of organisers and associations supporting ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone 2024Following the success of the previous edition in Hanoi, ASEAN Ceramics is set to receive continued endorsement from the Ministry of Construction of Vietnam and Ceramic Industry Club ASEAN (CICA). The exhibition has garnered robust support from both domestic and international government entities, Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics (ACIMAC), China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Building Materials Sub-Council, Vietnam Ceramic Consumer Association (VCCA), Vietnam Association for Building Materials (VABM), Vietnam Institute for Building Materials (VIBM), and Saigon Construction and Building Material Association (SACA), Thai Ceramic Society (TCS), Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BCMEA), Southern Construction Materials (VLXD-MN), Bach Khoa University (formerly Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology) and Cambodia Stone Quarries Association.Additionally, the debut of German Pavilion German Pavilion is backed by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs & Climate Action (BMWK), Deutsche Keramische Gesellschaft (DKG), and Association of German Trade Fair (AUMA). The Indian Pavilion is supported by the Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO). The exhibition will also benefit from the partnership of Vietnam Exhibition and Event Services Co., Ltd (VnEES), with advisory support from Asian Exhibition Services (AES). Proudly sponsored by Esmalglass-Itaca Group as the Gold Sponsor, and ACIMAC and Confindustria Marmomacchine as Silver Sponsors, the event also recognizes Minnovation Group as a Bronze Sponsor.Keeping in mind of “Sustainability and Diversity through Innovation and Collaboration” as the theme of ASEAN Ceramics this year, the exhibition will be strongly highlighting ceramic companies that spearhead the use of latest innovations and technology to create sustainable production methods. The 3-day conference will engage unique and pressing industry trends and worldclass industry speakers will share their insights on topics such as “From Climate Change to Net Zero Society” and “Staying Resilient in Ceramic Industry”, which will foster indefinite growth and innovative ideas to be formed to elevate the ceramics industry to further heights.Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia, stated during the press conference, “The ceramics industry is evolving rapidly, driven by advances in automation and sustainability. This exhibition will highlight the latest in ceramic manufacturing equipment, energy-efficient solutions, and much more. We aim to give visitors the chance to see first-hand how these businesses are reshaping the future of ceramics production.”.Mr. Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI AsiaASEAN Ceramics 2024 will be featuring more international pavilions than ever, with China, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, Germany, and India country pavilions, providing a diverse range of raw materials, machinery and technologies spearheaded by the countries across continents. Ceramic Raw Materials will take center stage with industry giants - Imerys, Mactus Minerals, Sibelco Group, Kaolin EAD, Amberger Kaolinwerke, WA Kaolin, CCS, PURESIL, CrownSinoGroup, MMA Bentonite, and Zircon Industry Association , along with machineries and technologies from Officine Smac, Certech, Tecnoferrari Group, ECT-Kema, NETZSCH, Bruker, Castimo, INMATEC, LK Lab Srl, Eirich, Keramischer Ofenbau and Vitreus to name a few, with biggest local distributors TQT and VITIS Vietnam. The exhibition also provides exclusive three pre-event factory tour on ceramic slabs, sanitaryware, and tiles and trade visitors can look forward to Buyer-Seller meetings, pre-arranged Hosted Buyers Program, Manufacturers’ Gallery and many more functions catered to optimise their business opportunities over the next significant three days.The ASEAN Ceramics & ASEAN Stone Press Conference held in Hanoi, VietnamAlongside the 8th edition of ASEAN Ceramics, ASEAN Stone will be introduced for its first edition, co-locating with ASEAN Ceramics. ASEAN Stone is Southeast Asia’s Only International Exhibition for the Natural Stone Industry. The exhibition offers buyers, specifiers, and influencers the opportunity to source products, gain design inspiration, and expand their businesses with the latest innovations in equipment, tools, and technology. Both local stone quarries and international natural stone brands, such as Bao Lai Stone, Fortune Stones, and The Square Stone will be featured. The premier event is supported by Confindustria Marmomacchine of Italy, CCPIT Building Sub-Council of China and FIEO of India. Connect with influential players in the stone industry to forge essential business partnerships and expand your reach in the region. Don’t miss the ASEAN Stone Conference, where you can gain insights into the latest industry trends, giving your company a competitive advantage. The co-location of the two exhibitions will feature a joint Opening Ceremony on the first day, uniting industry leaders from Ceramics and Stone for a revolutionizing event.ASEAN Ceramics and ASEAN Stone 2024 are set to be pivotal events in the ceramics and stone industry respectively, propelling innovation, collaboration, and growth. The opportunity to visit the only co-located exhibition for the ceramics and stone industry in the region is here. Stay updated on the latest news, exhibitor profiles, and conference schedules by visiting the official ASEAN Ceramics 2024 website at www.aseanceramics.com.Left: Mr. Tống Văn Nga, Chairman of Vietnam Association of Building Materials (VABM)Right: Mr. Lê Trung Thành, Head of the Building Materials Department of the Ministry of Construction,VietnamAbout MMI Asia Pte LtdEstablished in 1992, MMI Asia is the wholly owned subsidiary and the regional headquarters of Messe München GMBH (MMG) and is one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia’s portfolio of events include editions of world-leading trade fairs from Munich – transport logistic & air cargo, analytica, ceramitec; as well as industry-specific events such as Glasstech and Fenestration Asia, Asia Climate Forum, and Singapore International Water Week. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations. For more information, please visit www.mmiasia.com.About Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA)Vietnam Building Ceramic Association is a professional organization, non-governmental, voluntary, established under Decision No. 41/1999 / QD - BTCCBCP dated 04-10-1999 of the Minister, Head of the Organizing Committee Government personnel. Currently VIBCA includes around 100 members are enterprises of different economic sectors, operating mainly in the field of building ceramics, including the associate members are research institutions, investment consulting, manufacturing and mechanical engineering. VIBCA is a member of the Association of ASEAN Ceramics Industry CICA and intimate relationship with the Association Ceramics of countries in ASEAN and in the world.Contact:MMI Asia Pte. Ltd.Daniel ShiExhibition DirectorDaniel@mmiasia.com.sgVietnam Building Ceramic AssociationMs Vu Thi Kim Dung - 84 915114000Chief of Foreign Affairs: vibcaoffice@gmail.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

JAKARTA, Oct 30, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As Indonesia races towards its Golden Indonesia 2045 vision, rockbird media is at the forefront of HR innovation with the announcement of its highly anticipated HR Leaders & HR Tech Strategy Meeting. Set to take place on November 19, 2024, at the prestigious Le Meridien Jakarta, this landmark event carries the theme "Disrupting the Disruption: Balancing People and Tech," promising to redefine the intersection of human capital and technological advancement in Southeast Asia's largest economy.With Indonesia's HR Technology market projected to experience exponential growth in the coming years, this strategic gathering comes at a crucial juncture. The event will equip HR leaders with cutting-edge strategies to navigate the complexities of a rapidly digitalizing workforce while maintaining a strong focus on human-centric approaches. Attendees will delve into critical areas such as upskilling and reskilling initiatives, enhancing employee experiences, and harnessing the potential of a multigenerational workforce in the face of technological disruption.The HR Leaders & HR Tech Strategy Meeting will feature an impressive lineup of activities, including keynote presentations from industry visionaries, one-on-one meetings for personalized insights, dynamic breakout sessions, thought-provoking roundtable discussions, and engaging panel discussions. The event promises to be a crucible of industry perspectives and tailored solutions for over a hundred CHROs, Directors, and Heads of HR.Focusing on Indonesia's unique HR landscape and the implications of the Golden Indonesia initiative, attendees will explore how to align their organizational strategies with national goals, preparing their workforce for the country's ambitious economic targets.For more information, including registration details, the full agenda, speaker announcements, and pricing, please visit: https://rockbirdmedia.com/all_b2b/hrlt-id-2024/About rockbird mediaRockbird media is an international business media company that produces B2B events and offers business solutions.Whether it is through online media and content, must-have business intelligence and analytics, effective networking, and partnering solutions, we help businesses and professionals learn more about the latest trends, and know more about their customers, peers, and competition, to make that decision that allows them to grow.Media contact:Ann Jubelle De Veraannjubelle@rockbirdmedia.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

業績亮點 01.本集團前三季度實現營業收入人民幣1,289.71億元，同比上升35.58%；歸母淨利潤人民幣18.28億元，同比上升268.87%；扣非歸母淨利潤16.92億元，同比上升40.34%。02.集運相關業務供需兩旺，集裝箱製造標準乾貨集裝箱累計銷量漲幅達421.78%；物流服務核心產品業務實現同比量價齊升。03.海洋工程營業收入同比增長77.75%。前三季度已生效新簽訂單同比增長121%至32.5億美元，創下歷史最高接單金額記錄，首次突破產品類型、斬獲FLNG改造總包訂單。香港, 2024年10月29日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中國國際海運集裝箱（集團）股份有限公司（簡稱「中集集團」或「集團」，股份代號：000039.SZ/02039.HK）欣然公佈截至2024年9月30日止9個月（「期內」）之未經審核之前三季度業績。2024年前三季度，中集集團整體經營業績提速增長，營業收入同比上升35.58%至1,289.71億元（人民幣，下同）（上年同期：951.24億元）；實現歸母淨利潤（歸屬於母公司股東及其他權益持有者的淨利潤，下同）18.28億元（上年同期：4.96億元），同比大增268.87%；扣非歸母淨利潤（歸屬於母公司股東及其他權益持有者的扣除非經常性損益的淨利潤）16.92億元（上年同期：12.05億元），同比增長40.34%。單季度來看，第三季度中集集團實現歸母淨利潤同比增長891.78%至9.62億元，扣非歸母淨利潤增長280.89%至8.71億元。集裝箱製造業務方面，產銷同比明顯回升，標準乾貨集裝箱累計銷量漲幅達421.78%。2024前三季度，全球集裝箱貿易需求回升。為應對紅海危機長期化、港口罷工等不確定性事件帶來的缺箱風險，客戶備箱意願較強。受此影響，報告期內，本集團集裝箱製造業務產銷量同比明顯增長，其中乾貨集裝箱累計銷量248.63萬TEU（上年同期：47.65萬TEU），同比增長約421.78%；冷藏箱累計銷量9.34萬TEU（上年同期：8.01萬TEU），同比增長約16.60%。根據克拉克森2024年9月的預測， 2024年全球集裝箱貿易量增速將大幅提升4.5%至5.2%，並預計2025年全球集裝箱貿易量將繼續增長2.8%。海洋工程業務方面，隨著海工新接訂單陸續進入建造期，海洋工程業務的營業收入同比增長77.75%。前三季度，已生效新簽訂單同比增長121%至32.5億美元，創下歷史最高接單金額記錄，並首次突破產品類型、斬獲FLNG改造總包訂單；累計持有在手訂單價值同比增長42%至74億美元。其中油氣：風電：滾裝船訂單佔比約為3:1:1。受國際局部戰爭及全球新能源轉型放緩影響，國際油價持續高位水平，海工裝備市場繼續恢復向好。空港與物流裝備、消防及救援設備業務方面，繼續探索更多業務發展新路徑，國家經濟刺激措施助益前三季度新增訂單同比增長。集團期內項目完成驗收交付數量較去年同期增加，營業收入和利潤同比提升。繼年中通過項目公司開拓民航地面電源業務後，中集天達正努力探索更多業務發展的新路徑，開拓與空港及消防業務具協同效應的新領域，推動業務多元化和長期可持續發展。物流服務業務方面，營業收入與盈利指標同比有較大幅度的增長，核心產品業務實現同比量價齊升。集團緊隨中國企業出海戰略，深耕客戶場景化需求，創新打造一體化多式聯運優質產品，謀篇佈局美國、東南亞等海外市場，並著力提升「數智化」水平。第三季度，進一步延伸海運服務鏈條；重點推進中亞聯程空運航線，進一步拓寬歐線產品類型；整合內部專業化陸運資源，成立陸運公司統一對外運營。道路運輸車輛業務方面，中集車輛在全球銷售各類車輛合計94,749輛/台套，實現營業收入人民幣158.23億元，同比下降19.14%。國內市場方面，物流運輸市場增速放緩，商用車終端市場承壓；但得益於「星鏈計劃」的全面實施，中集車輛國內整體車輛銷量同比逆勢提升。海外市場方面，隨著北美半掛車需求回歸常態，前三季度北美半掛車銷量同比回落；受歐線海運供應鏈波動影響，歐洲半掛車需求減少；期內，中集車輛歐洲業務積極推進供應鏈重組及業務協同整合，同時積極開拓其他海外市場新增客戶，其中澳洲業務保持增長趨勢。能源、化工及液態食品裝備方面，中集安瑞科收入實現整體平穩增長，同比增長8.0%至人民幣179.69億元。截至2024年9月底中集安瑞科整體在手訂單約人民幣277.32億元，同比增長25.2%，前三季度累計新簽訂單人民幣207.61億元，同比增長5.1%。具體來看，2024年國內天然氣表觀消費與進口量雙雙增長，帶動水、陸清潔能源業務均實現較大幅度增長，清潔能源分部2024年前三季度收入同比大幅增長26.2%至人民幣125.99億元；全球化工罐箱需求逐步改善，化工環境業務回暖，第三季度收入環比增長21.5%；液態食品分部在手訂單飽滿，2024年前三季度收入平穩增長。集團管理層表示：「雖然世界經濟恢復面臨挑戰，但在全球集裝箱貿易需求回升、海工市場恢復向好背景下，2024年來集團攻堅克難，力求穩中提質，核心業務訂單飽滿，整體盈利能力實現提升。未來，集團將持續鞏固全球化佈局戰略，不斷夯實的全球營運平台基礎，把握新質生產力、科技創新等重要機遇，不斷創造新價值和新動能，實現高質量增長目標。」關於中國國際海運集裝箱（集團）股份有限公司中集集團是全球領先的物流及能源行業設備及解決方案供貨商，產業集群主要涵蓋物流領域及能源行業領域，龍頭市場地位持續鞏固。在物流領域，本集團仍然堅持以集裝箱製造業務為核心，孵化出道路運輸車輛業務、空港與物流裝備/消防與救援設備業務，輔之以物流服務業務及循環載具業務提供物流專業領域的產品及服務；在能源行業領域，本集團主要從能源/化工/液態食品裝備業務、海洋工程業務方面開展；同時，本集團也在不斷開發新興產業並擁有服務本集團自身的金融及資產管理業務。作為一家為全球市場服務的多元化跨國產業集團，中集在亞洲、北美、歐洲、澳洲等地區擁有300余家成員企業，集團旗下擁有3家上市公司，客戶和銷售網絡分布在全球100多個國家和地區。2023年，本集團業績實現營業收入人民幣1,278.10億元，毛利率保持在13.77%，淨利潤為人民幣18.63億元。2023年，本集團位列2023《財富》中國500強榜單第170名。如欲獲得更多信息，請瀏覽https://www.cimc.com/。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

Result Highlights01.In the first three quarters of 2024, the operating revenue of the Group was RMB128.971 billion, increased 35.58% year-on-year. The net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the parent company amounted to RMB1.828 billion, increase 268.87% year-on-year. The net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the parent company after deducting nonrecurring profit or loss amounted to RMB1.692 billion, increased 40.34% year-on-year.02.Demand and supply for container shipping-related businesses remained robust, with the cumulative sales volume of standard dry containers in container manufacturing increasing by 421.78%; core product lines in logistics services achieved year-on-year growth in both volume and price.03.For marine engineering business revenue increased by 77.75% year-on-year. New orders that have taken effect in the first three quarters increased by 121% year-on-year to USD 3.25 billion, setting a record high in the order history. For the first time, it broke through product types and won FLNG modification package orders.HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China International Marine Containers (Group) Co., Ltd. (“CIMC Group” or the “Group”, stock code: 000039.SZ/02039.HK) is pleased to announce the unaudited third-quarter results for the nine months ended 30 September 2024 (the “Period”). In the first three quarters of 2024, CIMC Group's overall operating performance accelerated, with revenue increased by 35.58% year-on-year to RMB 128.971 billion (RMB, the same below) (2023 Q3: RMB 95.124 billion). Net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the Company was RMB 1.828 billion (2023 Q3: RMB 496 million), a year-on-year increase of 268.87%. The net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the parent company after deducting nonrecurring profit or loss amounted to RMB 1.692 billion (2023 Q3: RMB 1.205 billion), a year-on-year increase of 40.34%. From a single quarter perspective, CIMC Group's net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the Company increased by 891.78% year-on-year to RMB 962 million in the third quarter, and the net profit attributable to shareholders and other equity holders of the parent company after deducting nonrecurring profit or loss increased by 280.89% to RMB 871 million.In the container manufacturing business, it saw a significant year-on-year increase in production and sales volume. The cumulative sales volume of standard dry containers increased by 421.78%. The demand of global container trade picked up in the first three quarters of 2024. In response to the risk of container shortage brought about by these uncertain events such as the prolonged Red Sea conflict and port strikes, customers had stronger willingness to reserve containers. As a result, during the the first three quarters of 2024, the production and sales volume of the Group’s container manufacturing business witnessed a significant year-on-year increase. In particular, the accumulated sales volume of dry containers reached 2,486,300 TEUs (same period in 2023: 476,500 TEUs), representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 421.78%. The accumulated sales volume of reefer containers reached 93,400 TEUs (same period in 2023: 80,100 TEUs), representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 16.60%. According to the prediction made by CLARKSONS, in September 2024, the growth of global container trade will significantly increase from 0.7% in 2023 to 5.2% in 2024, and in 2025, the global container trade is expected to see a further growth of 2.8%.In the marine engineering business, as new orders entered the construction period successively, the offshore engineering business of the Group recorded a year-on-year increase of 77.75%. In the first three quarters of 2024, the amount of effective new orders increased by 121% year-on-year to USD 3.25 billion, hitting a record high in order values and making breakthrough in product type for the first time by winning a packages order for FLNG modification. The accumulated value of orders on hand increased by 42% to USD 7.4 billion. Among which the proportion of oil and gas business, wind power installation vessels and ro-ro ships was approximately 3:1:1. Due to local war and the slowdown of global new energy transformation, international oil prices remained high, the offshore engineering equipment market continued its recovery.In the airport facilities and logistics equipment, fire safety and rescue equipment business, the Group is striving to explore more new pathways for business development with national economic stimulus measures contributing to a year-on-year increase in new orders for the first three quarters. The Group achieved a year-on-year increase in revenue and profit due to the increased number of projects which have passed inspection and acceptance and have been delivered as compared to the same period last year. Following the establishment of a project company to develop ground power services for civil aviation in the middle of the year, CIMC Tianda is striving to explore more new pathways for business development by venturing into new areas that have synergistic effect with airport facilities and fire safety businesses, thus promoting diversification and long-term sustainable development of business.In the logistics services business, both revenue and profitability index experienced significant year-on-year growth, with core product lines achieving increases in both business volume and price. Following the global expansion strategy of Chinese enterprises closely, the Group’s logistics services business deeply focused on customer-specific needs, deepened organizational integration to support the theme of high-quality development, and targeting overseas markets such as the United States and Southeast Asia, while enhancing its “digital intelligence” capabilities. In the third quarter, the Group further expanded sea freight service chain. Focus was put on advancing air freight routes connecting Central Asia and product offerings for European lines was further expanded. The Group integrated internal specialised land transport resources to establish a land transport company to carry out external operations in a unified way.For road transportation vehicle business, the Group sold a total of 94,749 vehicles in the global market, achieved revenue of RMB15.823 billion, representing a year-on-year decrease of 19.14%. In the domestic market, the growth of the logistics and transportation sector slowed down, putting pressure on the terminal market of commercial vehicles. However, thanks to the comprehensive implementation of the “StarLink Project”, the overall domestic vehicle sales have seen a commendable increase year-on-year against the trend. In the overseas market, as the demand for semi-trailers in North America returned to a normal level, the sales of semi-trailers in North America declined year-on-year in the first three quarters; demand in the European semi-trailer market decreased with affected by the fluctuation in shipping supply chain of European routes. CIMC Vehicles actively advanced supply chain restructuring and business synergistical integration in Europe while actively exploring new customers in other overseas markets at the same time. In particular, the Australian operations maintained a growth trend.In the energy, chemical and liquid food business, CIMC Enric steadily achieved an overall revenue growth of 8.0% year-on-year to RMB17.969 billion. As of the end of September 2024, CIMC Enric’s overall orders on hand amounted to approximately RMB27.732 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 25.2%. The accumulated new orders signed in the first three quarters amounted to RMB20.761 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.1%. In 2024, both apparent consumption and imports of domestic natural gas increased, driving significant growth in both offshore and onshore clean energy businesses. The revenue of the clean energy segment soared by 26.2% year-on-year to RMB12.599 billion in the first three quarters of 2024. The chemical and environment business modestly recovered amid the gradual improvement in global demand for chemical tank containers. The segment registered a quarter-on-quarter revenue increase of 21.5% in the third quarter. The orders on hand of the liquid food segment was ample and the business revenue increased steadily in the first three quarters of 2024.The management of the Group stated, “Although the recovery of the world economy faces challenges, the Group has overcome difficulties in 2024 amid a rebound in global container trade demand, and the recovery of the offshore engineering market, striving to maintain stability while improving quality. Core business orders were strong, and overall profitability has improved. Looking ahead, the Group will continue to strengthen its global layout strategy, consolidate the foundation of its global operating platform, seize key opportunities in productivity and technological innovation, and continue to create new value and momentum to achieve high-quality growth goals.”About China International Marine Containers (Group) Co., Ltd.The CIMC Group is a world leading equipment and solution provider in logistics and energy industries, and its industry cluster mainly covers logistics and energy fields, strengthening its position as a global market leader. In the logistics field, the Group still adheres to taking container manufacturing business as its core business, based on which to develop road transportation vehicles business, airport facilities and logistics equipment/fire safety and rescue equipment business and to a lesser extent, logistics services business and recycled load business providing products and services in professional field of logistics; in the energy field, the Group is principally engaged in energy/chemical/liquid food equipment business and offshore engineering business; meanwhile, the Group also continuously develops emerging industries and has finance and asset management business that serves the Group itself. As a diversified multinational industrial group that shoulders the mission of global serving, CIMC owns 3 listed companies and over 300 member enterprises in Asia, North America, Europe, Australia and others, and extensive customers and sales networks covering more than 100 countries and regions. During the year, the Group recorded a revenue of RMB127.81 billion, with gross profit margin remained at 13.77% and net profit of RMB 1.863 billion. The Group was ranked 170th in the Fortune 500 China 2023. For more information, please visit http://www.cimc.com/. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年10月29日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 為期12天的聯合國《生物多樣性公約》第十六次締約方大會（COP16）於10月21日起在哥倫比亞召開，華泰證券（股份代號：6886.HK）支持開展的「昆明-蒙特利爾全球生物多樣性框架OECMs中國潛力案例」在邊會會場發布，向國際社會展示中國社會各界推動生態保護與經濟社會平衡發展的多樣化探索和實踐。當地時間10月25日華泰證券携手山水公益基金會在COP16進一步宣布：發起中國首個OECMs專項基金，將為一批有實際需求的案例申報主體提供務實、長效的資助、賦能，以期帶動多元主體加快融入生物多樣性主流化，上海證券交易所公益基金會也將為此提供公益支持。聯合國《生物多樣性公約》秘書處特別代表Jillian Campbell、生態環境部自然生態保護司一級巡視員劉寧、世界自然保護聯盟（IUCN）自然保護地團隊負責人James Hardcastle與北京大學博雅特聘教授、山水公益基金會理事呂植見證OECMs專項基金發布。2022年，中國作為COP15主席國推動達成了兼具雄心和務實平衡的「昆蒙框架」，框架提出在2030年要至少保護30%的陸地、內陸水域、沿海和海洋區域（即「3030目標」）。目前官方劃定的自然保護地無法支撑這一目標的達成，社會各界廣泛參與的其他有效的區域保護措施（OECMs，Other Effective area-based Conservation Measures ），被普遍認為是能够大幅增加保護面積、實現「3030目標」的新型保護工具。在生態環境部自然生態保護司的支持下，由華泰證券資助，中華環境保護基金會、華泰公益基金會、山水自然保護中心聯合發起「昆明-蒙特利爾全球生物多樣性框架OECMs中國潛力案例」徵集活動，旨在挖掘、總結和傳播國內OECMs的優秀實踐和經驗，為後續OECMs標準的建立和指南的完善提供案例基礎和參考，助力OECMs在中國的進一步落地。本次活動共徵集到90個案例，由民間組織、企業、高校、農民合作社等多元主體申報，涵蓋了森林、濕地、海洋、城鎮、農田等生態系統，總面積達1290km²，支持了東北虎、大熊猫、滇金絲猴、中華穿山甲、青頭潛鴨、無斑雨蛙、低斑蜻、中華鱟等的多種珍稀瀕危物種保護。經過資料查閱、專家評審、實地調查、案例公示等流程，北京大學校園自然保護小區等12個案例入選「中國潛力OECMs典型案例」，南京奧體中心近自然綠地等34個案例入選「中國潛力OECMs入圍案例」，展示中國在全球生物多樣性治理領域進一步發揮領導力的過程中，社會各界貢獻的多元力量。在COP16「探索非國家主體在推進OECMs中的自願承諾：來自中國的本土洞見和全球視角」主題邊會上，華泰證券與山水公益基金會共同宣布發起中國首個OECMs專項基金--非國家主體其他有效區域保護措施專項基金。華泰證券將基於6年來持續開展「一個長江」生態環境保護公益項目的成熟經驗，聚焦長江流域，從OECMs案例中遴選有實際需求和長期潛力的項目，通過該基金開展小額資助、專業賦能。見證專項基金發布的聯合國《生物多樣性公約》秘書處特別代表Jillian Campbell表示，OECMs在「3030目標」的實現中將發揮重要作用，期待未來能够在OECMs的實施過程中關注其管理有效性、治理公平性、連通性等諸多方面。生態環境部自然生態保護司一級巡視員劉寧表示，《中國生物多樣性保護戰略與行動計劃（2023-2030 年）》明確提出創新OECMs，探索多種治理模式，支持多種形式的民間生物多樣性就地保護，期待以華泰證券為代表的中國金融企業携手專業機構做出更有示範意義的探索。華泰證券於2018年創設「一個長江」項目，通過支持社區保護行動、開展青少年生態文明教育、資助可持續發展領域不同階段青年人才成長等工作，影響更多社會力量助力生物多樣性主流化，幷以ESG為紐帶引導上市公司、金融企業等主體開展保護行動。華泰證券將以OECMs潛力案例徵集和專項基金為支點，支持更多元社會主體長期投身生物多樣性保護、開展創新示範探索，為建立多元參與行動體系、將建設美麗中國轉化為所有人的行為自覺貢獻更大力量。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

Friedberg, Germany, Oct 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Today, Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH announces the successful acquisition of Kynos Therapeutics Ltd., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on the development of novel treatments for patients suffering from acute and chronic inflammatory diseases. The company was founded as a spin-out of the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, together with lead investor Epidarex Capital, a leading early-stage transatlantic venture fund, along with IP Group, and Scottish Enterprise. Effective immediately, Kynos Therapeutics will be integrated into the Falk Group.Dr. Falk PharmaKynos Therapeutics' lead investigational asset is KNS366, a highly potent and selective first-in-class inhibitor of the enzyme kynurenine 3-monooxygenase (KMO). In a Phase I clinical trial, KNS366 was shown to be safe and well-tolerated at multiple doses. The compound also led to a dose-dependent inhibition of the enzyme KMO and modulation of its downstream metabolites.Dr. Falk Pharma is excited about the addition of KNS366 to its R&D pipeline and will further explore the potential of KNS366 in future clinical trials, initially focusing on acute pancreatitis. This new asset will enhance Dr. Falk Pharma´s expansion into rare digestive and metabolic diseases and conditions.About KNS366Kynos Therapeutics' lead investigational asset KNS366 selectively inhibits the enzyme kynurenine 3-monooxygenase (KMO). KMO is a key enzyme in the tryptophan metabolic pathway and has also been shown to play an important role in modulating immune processes. By inhibiting KMO activity, KNS366 interferes with inflammation and other immune system pathologies by lowering levels of its downstream metabolite - 3- hydroxykynurenine (3HK) - high levels of which have been linked to tissue damage and dysregulation of the immune system during inflammation. Inflammatory diseases including acute pancreatitis trigger an exacerbated, systemic pro-inflammatory response, making KMO inhibitors a promising next-generation treatment option for disorders characterized by severe inflammation.About acute pancreatitisAcute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas that can be triggered by a number of factors. In its severe form, this acute inflammation can cascade to a reaction in the entire body over several days to weeks that can result in systemic inflammation, organ failure, and death. Accordingly, acute pancreatitis requires immediate medical intervention to manage patients' symptoms and prevent worsening of their condition, often necessitating prolonged hospitalization. Currently, acute pancreatitis occurs in about 240,000 people in Europe and 300,000 people in the United States each year, with 1 in 5 acute pancreatitis patients requiring intensive care. To date, there are no proven or approved treatment options to prevent organ failure and death resulting from severe acute pancreatitis, meaning there is an urgent need for effective treatments.About partnering with Dr. Falk PharmaDr. Falk Pharma engages in a variety of collaboration and partnership models to develop and deliver innovative treatment concepts with great potential. These treatments can be based on any type of pharmacological approach, from small molecules to biologics to novel drug delivery technologies. The company is involved in partnership projects across the range of phases and partners, from all stages of pre-clinical/clinical development and marketing as well as with academic researchers, start-ups, and established companies.Dr. Falk Pharma is an industry leader in innovative pharmaceutical formulations that deliver active substances to specific functional segments of the gastrointestinal tract. Many of their products have attained standard-of-care status. The company enjoys strong, long-standing collaborations with renowned clinical centres and with academic and clinical key opinion leaders in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology and metabolic diseases.About Dr. Falk Pharma GmbHDr. Falk Pharma GmbH has been developing and marketing innovative medicines to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders like inflammatory bowel disease or eosinophilic esophagitis as well as hepatobiliary disorders such as primary biliary cholangitis for over 60 years. As the international experts in digestive and metabolic medicine, the company brings together physicians, scientists, and patients to devise new and powerful approaches to patient care. Dr. Falk Pharma engages in pre-clinical and clinical stage research that aims to meaningfully improve therapeutic practice as well as patient health and well-being. A family-owned business with a global presence, Dr. Falk Pharma has ten affiliates in Europe and Australia and is continuously growing. The company has its headquarters and R&D facilities in Freiburg, Germany, its pharmaceutical products are manufactured in Europe, mainly at sites in Germany, France, Italy and Switzerland. Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH employs approximately 1250 individuals globally and 323 in Freiburg.Further information on Dr. Falk Pharma can be found online: https://drfalkpharma.com/enContact Information:Babette KoppHead of Corporate Communicationsbabette.kopp@drfalkpharma.de+49 761 1514-280SOURCE: Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.