Month: 2025-08

杭州，2025年8月30日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 8月29日，環球新材國際控股有限公司（股票代碼：6616.HK，以下簡稱「環球新材國際」）在杭州西子賓館隆重舉辦亞太總部啟動儀式。杭州市、柳州市政府代表以及環球新材國際來自全球的員工代表、合作夥伴、投資人和企業代表等數百位嘉賓受邀出席主題為「眾行致遠，璀璨新程」的隆重儀式，共同見證這一具有里程碑意義的時刻。（圖片：「眾行致遠 璀璨新程」亞太總部啟動儀式活動現場）本次亞太總部的正式啟用，是環球新材國際繼成功完成對默克表面解決方案業務SUSONITY收購後，全球化布局的重要里程碑。新總部將依託杭州創新高地和長三角產業集群優勢，進一步整合中、德、韓、美、日五國資源，打造面向全球高端市場的研發創新和業務協同平台，助力企業邁向「全球新材料科技平台型企業」的戰略目標。此次活動促成SUSONITY、CQV與七色珠光三大管理團隊首次齊聚，共同訪問中國桐廬、柳州及韓國生產基地，標誌著環球新材國際的全球化整合邁入全新階段，也為未來多方深化理解、加強協作、共促融合奠定了堅實基礎。多元文化與管理理念的交融，將進一步激發協同效應，加速公司在全球高端市場的布局拓展與創新升級。（圖片：環球新材國際董事局主席兼行政總裁蘇爾田）環球新材國際董事長蘇爾田在致辭中表示：「今天，我們不僅見證了中德企業的深度融合，更開啟了中國新材料企業全球化發展的新篇章。亞太總部落地杭州，將成為我們連結全球創新、服務全球客戶、共創產業未來的戰略支點。我們衷心感謝廣西壯族自治區、浙江省等各級政府主管部門長期以來的悉心關注與堅定信任，在戰略規劃、營運管理、融資支持等關鍵領域給予有力幫扶，不僅推動亞太總部與桐廬合成雲母項目高效落地，更為我們的穩健發展注入了堅實底氣與強勁動能。」依託在合成雲母和珠光材料領域全球領先的實力，環球新材國際將通過「研發創新+跨國併購」的雙引擎，整合中、美、德、日、韓的全球研發與產業網路，為客戶提供全面和創新的服務。環球新材國際將與SUSONITY靈活整合，解鎖協同效應與增長潛力，實現技術、市場、品牌、供應鏈、團隊的全方位升級，完善表面材料全場景布局，在汽車、化妝品、工業等高端領域確立領先地位，打造全球新材料科技生態平台。（圖片：環球新材併購SUSONITY交割儀式；左為環球新材國際董事局主席兼行政總裁蘇爾田，右為默克集團家族董事會主席約翰內斯·拜盧Johannes Baillou）未來，環球新材國際將以亞太總部為新起點，持續加大研發投入，推進功能性材料的創新應用，積極推動行業標準制定，助力綠色轉型與高品質發展。公司將繼續深化與全球客戶、合作夥伴的戰略協作，共同開創中國新材料產業全球引領、融合共贏的嶄新篇章。關於環球新材國際(GNMI)環球新材國際控股有限公司（環球新材國際，股票代碼：6616.HK）成立於 2011 年，是全球最大的珠光顏料製造商。公司總部位於中國廣西，並在香港證券交易所上市。公司2024年的備考合併淨收入為人民幣 47.76 億元（約合 6.15 億歐元）。環球新材國際擁有約2,000 名員工，其主要生產基地分布在中國、韓國、德國、日本和美國。公司旗下擁有 Chesir、CQV 和 Susonity 等品牌，提供全方位的解決方案--從高品質的高端產品到採用尖端技術製造的標準產品。環球新材國際擁有一系列基於天然雲母、合成雲母、玻璃鱗片、氧化矽、氧化鋁和鋁的珠光顏料產品以及合成雲母產品，為高性能材料、化妝品、汽車和工業應用提供高品質的解決方案。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 29, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Gome Retail Holdings Limited (Stock code: 493.HK, "Gome Retail" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, “the Group”) announced its unaudited six-month results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (the "Reporting Period").Focusing on the main industry to consolidate the border, breakthrough in debt resolutionIn the first half of 2025, the external environment was complex and severe. Structural contradictions persisted in China, while the industry where the Group belongs showed some signs of recovery, they were still in the bottomingout phase. However, since the fourth quarter of last year, national policies have become more proactive, with the introduction of a number of important stimulus policies. The effects of these policies were further realised in the first half of 2025. Benefiting from these policy initiatives, the Group’s revenue, profit, and other indicators improved significantly during the Reporting Period. During the Reporting Period, the Group recorded sales revenue of RMB297 million, a year-on-year increased by 75.74%; Gross profit was RMB20 million, a year-on-year increased by 11.11%; and loss attributable to owners of the parent during the Reporting Period was RMB1,346 million, a year-on-year decreased by 69.63%.In the first half of 2025, China’s economic growth met expectations. Policy initiatives continued to strengthen, with stimulus measures such as trade-ins and equipment upgrades continuing and expanding in the consumer sector. This has led to a rebound in the growth of durable goods consumption, including home appliances, and initial signs of a bottoming-out recovery in the industry. The Group accelerated its efforts in transformation projects and emerging businesses, including franchise model innovation and car experience centers, achieving progress in each area during the Reporting Period. Debt disposal efforts progressed in an orderly manner during the Reporting Period, the Group actively negotiated debt solutions with various creditors, including financial institutions, suppliers, and convertible bondholders. The Group gradually reduced its debt burden through debt-to-equity swaps, franchise expansion, discussions with banks on debt disposal solutions, and the disposal and sale of non-core assets，and achieved significant progress during the Reporting Period, laying a solid foundation for continued operations.Continuing to promote the asset-light model, the strategic results are gradually showing Gome Retail adheres to a strategy of "asset-light, operations-focused, strong control, and replicability," focusing on sales, revenue, and positive cash flow. Leveraging its supply chain advantages, it optimizes its operating model and details, empowering franchise opportunities. Regarding franchising, the Group continues to expand brand licensing opportunities to franchisees, focusing on supply chain model innovation to assist franchisees in market expansion, avoid high self-development costs, and precisely allocate resources to brand building and user experience. Regarding franchising, the Group continues to strengthen its equity-based partnership model, primarily through the "single-store franchising" format, with the " urban experience Center" at its core, to build a extensive franchise network for the home appliance and related products. Through supply chain empowerment, asset-light operations, and refined management, the Groups is creating a new model for scenario-based digital marketing.New business launch accelerates, with the Car Experience Center officially operationalGome Retail is actively cultivating new growth points. The first Gome Car Experience Center Xibahe Store officially opened on April 29, 2025, marking the Group's official entry into the automobile distribution field. The center has already drawn dozens of mainstream new energy marques, offering early proof that its intensive operating model can lower single store costs and sharpen customer acquisition. Several automakers have responded with concrete partnerships.Looking ahead, the year 2025 marks the final year of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan. Moreover, the Central Politburo has decided to commence the formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan ahead of schedule in the second half of this year, in order to accelerate the recovery of domestic demand. As a result, it is expected that there will be more substantial policy support at the national level in the coming months.Gome Retail management said: “Despite the significant challenges the Group has faced in recent years, management has remained proactive and unwavering in its efforts. Through persistent dedication, the Group achieved its first signs of performance recovery during the Reporting Period and made substantive progress in strategic transformation and the exploration of new business areas. In the second half of the year, we will continue to devote our full efforts to overcoming current challenges as swiftly as possible, thereby laying the groundwork for a sustained recovery.”About GOME RETAIL HOLDINGS LIMITEDGOME RETAIL HOLDINGS LIMITED was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in July 2004 (Stock Code: 493HK). Founded in 1987 in China, GOME is committed to building China's leading technology-based, experiential, entertainment-oriented and socialized home-life technology retailer. With the strategy of "Home Living", Gome Group focuses on retailing of electrical appliances and consumer electronics products, and builds a closed-loop ecosystem for the entire product line.Please visit our website for more information: www.gome.com.hkIssued by EVER BLOOM (HK) COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANTS GROUP LIMITED for and on behalf of GOME Retail Holdings Limited. For further information, please contact: EVER BLOOM (HK) COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANTS GROUP LIMITEDMr Matthew Li / Ms Isla GuTel: (852) 3468 8874 Fax:(852) 2111 1103Mail: Matthew.li@everbloom.com.cn/ jin.gu@everbloom.com.cn Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Aug 27, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 10th Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will take place on 10 and 11 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Under the theme Collaborate for Change • Shape a Shared Future, the Summit will bring together over 90 key officials and business leaders from 18 Belt and Road countries and regions and feature in-depth discussions on the immense opportunities arising from the Belt and Road Initiative across sectors including finance and investment, innovation and technology, professional services, infrastructure and maritime services. The Belt and Road Summit fosters long-lasting international collaboration and promotes the building of a sustainable future.Marking its 10th edition this year, the Summit will build on the successes of the past nine editions, by developing further into a leading platform for policy dialogue and business collaboration between Belt and Road economies and other countries and regions. Since the first Belt and Road Summit in 2016, more than 700 distinguished speakers from over 30 countries and regions have shared their insights at the Summit. Over 660 exhibitors have showcased a wide range of professional services and investment projects, attracting more than 45,000 participants from over 120 countries and regions. The Summit has also facilitated around 5,400 business matching meetings and supported over 2,000 projects, originated or facilitated more than 30 deals involving over 50 companies. These agreements span key areas such as infrastructure, finance, technology, and green development, underscoring the Summit’s important role in advancing Belt and Road cooperation.Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commercial and Economic Development, said: "The Belt and Road Initiative (B&RI) has been put into practice, turning an idea into action and a vision into reality. The HKSAR Government contributes to the B&RI in various areas, and actively participates in the eight major steps to support Belt and Road development. Since 2013, Hong Kong's merchandise trade with Belt and Road countries and regions has grown substantially by nearly 80%, which is 3.2 times the growth rate of Hong Kong's external merchandise trade during the same period, reaching about US$280 billion. This demonstrates Hong Kong's capabilities as an international trade and investment hub, and highlights the growth potential of Belt and Road markets. The theme of this year's Summit is “Collaborate for change ‧ Shape a shared future”. We will further enhance Hong Kong's role in taking forward the B&RI, raising the awareness of the B&RI among different sectors of the community and helping them to capture Belt and Road opportunities."Nicholas Ho, Commissioner for Belt and Road, Commercial and Economic Development Bureau said: "We will embrace changes and promote greater collaboration at the 10th Belt and Road Summit. New elements of the Summit include sessions featuring signature projects and market spotlights, a roundtable session promoting sustainable development, and more opportunities to exchange in the session for young business leaders. We will also enhance promotion beyond the Summit - over 20 activities in various fields will be organised in different venues over an extended period, including art and cultural exhibitions, Chinese and Western music concerts, a film festival and quizzes for secondary school students, enabling the public to participate in and experience the global collaborative achievements of the B&RI.”Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "The HKTDC has a longstanding commitment to leveraging Hong Kong’s unique advantages in connectivity, strengthening the city’s role as both a ‘super connector’ and a ‘super value-adder’. Through its global network of 51 offices, enhanced information platforms and outbound missions, the HKTDC has contributed to advancing the Belt and Road Initiative. As one of the world’s most important platforms for exploring Belt and Road policies and opportunities and fostering concrete cooperation, the Belt and Road Summit has successfully promoted regional connectivity and economic development. Marking its tenth anniversary this year, the HKTDC remains dedicated to enhancing this international cooperation platform, enabling all parties to explore new markets and opportunities, deepen engagement and collaboration along the Belt and Road economies, and continue turning the Initiative’s vision into tangible partnerships and achievements, opening a new chapter together."Diverse sessions gather distinguished guests to explore regional cooperation trendsThe Belt and Road Summit features various sessions and activities, including the Opening Session, Policy Dialogue, Business Plenary, Keynote Luncheon, Thematic Breakout Session, Project Investment Session and Cocktail Reception.The Opening Session will feature welcome remarks by Professor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, followed by opening remarks from John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR. Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, and Serik Zhumangarin, Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan’s Minister of National Economy, will deliver keynote address, officially inaugurating the Summit.The subsequent Policy Dialogue will be chaired by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, and will feature contributions from Anthony Loke, Minister of Transport of Malaysia; Ahmed Shide Mohamed, Minister of Finance of Ethiopia; Mehmet Simsek, Minister of Treasury and Finance of Turkey; and Wasantha Samarasinghe, Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development of Sri Lanka. The session will explore the latest Belt and Road policies and cross-regional economic cooperation. On the second day of the Summit, special remarks will be delivered by Jam Kamal Khan, Federal Minister of Commerce of Pakistan, followed by thematic breakout sessions to enable participants to engage in in-depth discussions on the development of individual markets and industries.The Keynote Luncheon, themed Building a Connected World with Green and Digital Innovation, will feature welcome remarks by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, and opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee, China International Capital Corporation Limited. Eduardo Pedrosa, Executive Director of the APEC Secretariat, will deliver a keynote address, sharing strategies for sustainable development at the intersection of green initiatives and digitalisation.Promoting multilateral cooperation with a focus on new opportunities in the Middle East and ASEANThe Summit has always aimed to provide participants with opportunities to showcase project achievements, exchange the latest information, and establish long-term partnerships. Among the sessions are two business plenaries to explore emerging opportunities and frontier developments across different regions and industries.In May this year, a business delegation led by John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), and organised by the HKTDC, visited Qatar and Kuwait in the Middle East. This trip marked a significant milestone as it included representatives from mainland enterprises for the first time, aimed at fostering collaboration and creating new business opportunities. The visit has facilitated the signing of an MoU between Dongchao Information Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd and Qatari developer Fikri Group, to establish a factory in Qatar, further solidifying Hong Kong's connections with the Middle Eastern market. Wang Chaoyou, President of Dongchao Technology Group will share his successful experience of “going global” through Hong Kong’s business platform at one of the plenary sessions. Themed Exploring Frontiers in New Markets and Industries, the session will be chaired by Professor KC Chan, Chairman of WeLab Bank. Keynote speakers include H.E. Abdulsalam Al Murshidi, President of Oman Investment Authority; Elton Chan, Director of Jardine Matheson Limited; Ronald Lam, CEO of Cathay Group; and Gansha Wu, Co-founder, Chairman and CEO of UISEE Technologies (Beijing) Co., Ltd.The other business plenary session, themed ASEAN: Unveiling New Opportunities for Growth and Collaboration, will be chaired by Dr Victor K Fung, Chairman of Fung Group, and feature speakers Zeng Qi, Vice President of CITIC Group Corporation; Dong Mingzhu, Chairperson and President of Gree Electric Appliance Inc. of Zhuhai; Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A; Antony Leung, Chairman of Nan Fung Group; and Dr. Hashim S. Djojohadikusumo, CEO and Chairman of Arsari Group of Companies.This year, the conference will continue to feature thematic breakout forums focusing on finance, green, and youth. The Youth Chapter will include interactive elements to facilitate deeper engagement between participants and young leaders.During the Summit, the Project Investment Session, the Belt and Road Deal-Making, and Exhibition will highlight developments from around the world, particularly in the Middle East and ASEAN markets, facilitating interaction among regional opinion leaders and business decision-makers, and promoting substantive cooperation across different sectors.The Project Investment Session will feature a new segment themed Middle East & ASEAN Market Focus, showcasing high-potential projects from these two fast-growing regions. Additionally, a new Signature B&R Projects-featured Session will feature forward-looking initiatives, underscoring the Belt and Road Initiative’s role in driving economic transformation and innovation. The investment project sessions will continue to cover four popular themes from previous editions - Energy, Natural Resources and Public Utilities; Urban Development; Transport and Logistics Infrastructure; and Innovation and Technology - showcasing over 300 investment projects across these sectors. The Belt and Road Deal-Making will provide participants with key opportunities for negotiation and collaboration. Held concurrently with the Summit and extended online from 15 to 16 September, this will bring together global resources and facilitate long-term partnerships and resource integration through one-to-one project matching meetings.The Exhibition will bring together global project collaboration opportunities, featuring a newly introduced ASEAN Pavilion highlighting the latest projects across diverse sectors in the region. Also included will be the Hong Kong Zone, Global Investment Opportunities Zone, InnoTech Zone, and Mainland Pavilions, collectively showcasing professional services, innovative technologies, and investment prospects. In addition, the Belt and Road Global Forum Annual Roundtable 2025 will be held on 12 September morning, alongside Belt and Road Week, bringing together Hong Kong, Mainland and international organisations and associations to share information, interact and explore multilateral cooperation.The 10th Belt and Road Summit is supported by a wide range of partners, including China International Capital Corporation Limited as Strategic Partner, and Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited as the Banking Partner. Other supporters include The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited as the Global Connectivity Partner, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited as Cross-border Business Partner, Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited as Innovative Finance Partner, as well as China Mobile International Limited, China Telecom Global Limited and China Unicom Global Limited as Platinum Sponsors.The 10th Belt and Road SummitDate10 to 11 September 2025VenueHall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreRemarksVideo and audio recordings at the Summit should be used only in the context of media reportingMediaRegistrationPlease contact lsong@yuantung.com.hk or tleung@yuantung.com.hk for media registrationWebsitesBelt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/enProgramme:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/programmeSpeaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/speakerMedia representatives who would like to conduct interviews with the speakers, please complete the Interview Request Form and email it to lsong@yuantung.com.hk or tleung@yuantung.com.hk.Photo download: http://bit.ly/41V7v0W(left to right) Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC, Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development and Nicholas Ho, Commissioner for Belt and Road shared the latest developments of the Belt and Road Initiative, reviewed the achievements of the Belt and Road Summit, and introduced the upcoming 10th edition of the Summit at a press conference held todayAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, shares Hong Kong’s role in the Belt and Road Initiative, the latest development opportunities, and the Government’s achievements in advancing the InitiativeNicholas Ho, Commissioner for Belt and Road, shares the highlights of this year’s Belt and Road SummitPatrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC, reviews the contributions of the past nine editions of the Belt and Road Summit and highlights successful casesThe 10th Belt and Road Summit, themed Collaborate for Change • Shape a Shared Future, will bring together key officials and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions and feature in-depth discussions on the immense opportunities arising from the Belt and Road Initiative across a wide range of sectors, including finance and investment, innovation and technology, professional services, infrastructure and maritime services. This will also foster international collaboration and promote the building of a sustainable future (This photo shows the 9th Belt and Road Summit in 2024)Media EnquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Louise SongTel: (852) 3428 5690Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkTiffany LeungTel: (852) 3428 2361Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkFung WongTel: (852) 3428 3122Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Serena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgJane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgSam HoTel: (852) 2584 4569Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 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. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.