190 Start-ups Graduated Ushering in a New Wave of Technological Momentum
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Cyberport, as Hong Kong’s digital technology flagship and key incubator for entrepreneurial, held the Cyberport Entrepreneurship Programmes Graduation Ceremony and Info Day 2024 today to celebrate the graduation of 190 start-ups from the Cyberport Incubation Programme (CIP) and Cyberport Creative Micro Fund (CCMF). Through comprehensive support, including entrepreneurial training, professional guidance, and funding, Cyberport empowers start-ups to transform innovative ideas into practical technology solutions and take their first steps in entrepreneurship. In addition to this support, graduating start-ups have benefitted from free office space and holistic entrepreneurial backing, accelerating their growth and development. This year’s graduation ceremony also held the Cyberport Startup Alumni Association (CSAA) 2024 Annual General Meeting, offering graduating start-ups the opportunity to connect and exchange insights with members of CSAA. And Entrepreneurship Programmes Info Day was featured during the event, fostering collaboration among start-ups and opened doors to explore new partnerships. Concurrently, the Cyberport Professional Services Network (CPN) Summit was held, gathering experts from diverse fields to provide free consultation, helping start-ups on expansion and fundraising.
Cyberport hosted “Cyberport Entrepreneurship Programme Graduation Ceremony and Info Day 2024”. The event celebrated the graduation of 190 start-ups from the Cyberport Incubation Programme (CIP) and the Cyberport Creative Micro Fund (CCMF).
Simon Chan, Chairman of Cyberport, said, “Cyberport is dedicated to building a vibrant innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. With over 2,100 companies in our community, we have nurtured and supported one publicly listed company and eight unicorns. During the 2023/24 fiscal year, nearly 130 companies joined the Cyberport Incubation Programme, bringing the total number of incubated start-ups to 1,316. These companies continue to optimise societal operations and enhance market efficiency through innovative solutions, becoming a driving force for smart city development and the digital economy. This year’s graduating start-ups have demonstrated outstanding performance across sectors such as artificial intelligence, fintech, Web3.0, and smart living. Their projects have not only received industry recognition but have also attracted investors’ attention and expanded their businesses globally. We are encouraged by their achievements. Cyberport will continue to fully support start-ups in realizing their entrepreneurial dreams and create new technological momentum for Hong Kong.”
A total of 190 start-ups graduated this year, injecting fresh vitality into Cyberport’s innovation and technology community. In the field of FinTech, notable graduates included FCC Analytics, a company specializing in anti-money laundering compliance solutions, which won the “FinTech (RegTech) Gold Award” and “Best Use of AI” awards at the 2024 Hong Kong ICT Awards. Other FinTech graduates included Moonfare Asia, a top-tier private equity investment platform; Diginex Solutions, which utilise blockchain technology to address ESG, climate, and sustainability challenges; and EmergentX, a company focused on simplifying digital asset technologies. In the Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector, Votee AI stood out for its efforts in developing Cantonese language models, while SPEEQO developed an AI-powered tool for analysing children’s emotions state. Meanwhile, Cyberport’s largest community, focusing on smart living and smart cities, encompasses a wide range of lifestyle-related innovations. This year’s graduates include Avalon SteriTech, a robotics company specializing in cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization technologies, which won the Singapore Business Review’s Technology Excellence Awards (Robotics); Papabo, an innovative platform for home repair and maintenance services; Make the Dot, a developer of fashion design software; and Kicks-Crew, a leading e-commerce platform for sneakers and apparel. In Digital Entertainment, Digital Art Fair Asia, which organises premier digital art events, and TELEPORT Immersive, an immersive technology company that merges innovation, science, and creativity, are also among this year’s graduating start-ups.
Over the years, Cyberport start-ups have collectively raised more than HK$41.2 billion in funding, won over 1,600 industry awards, secured more than 500 intellectual properties, and been admitted to over 270 global accelerator programmes. These achievements demonstrate the innovative capabilities and global competitiveness of Cyberport’s entrepreneurial community. Cyberport has continuously expanded its local and international connections, evolving from being a “super-connector” to a “super value-adder,” empowering local start-ups to seize development opportunities in both domestic and international markets. To date, Cyberport has supported more than 300 incubated companies in expanding to around 35 overseas markets, while attracting start-up founders from 25 countries and regions to join its community.
Looking ahead, Cyberport will continue to nurture innovative talent and start-ups, further enhancing the innovation and technology ecosystem to support technological innovation and entrepreneurship. By strengthening the talent pool and leveraging innovative momentum, Cyberport aims to drive digital transformation and smart upgrades for businesses and society, build a smarter Hong Kong, foster the growth of the digital economy, and enhance Hong Kong’s position as an international innovation and technology hub. Hashtag: #Cyberport #CyberportCommunity #CIP #CCMF #CPN #CSAA #Innovation #StartUp #AI #FinTech #Web3 #SmartLiving
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Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital technology flagship and incubator for entrepreneurship with over 2,100 members including over 900 onsite and over 1,200 offsite start-ups and technology companies. It is managed by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, and committed to the vision to inject new impetus into digital economy and smart city development through innovation and technology, and to connect enterprises to Mainland China and overseas markets. Cyberport strives to nurture a vibrant tech ecosystem by cultivating talents, promoting entrepreneurship among the youth, supporting start-ups, fostering technology industry development by promoting strategic collaboration with local, Mainland Chinese and international partners, and integrating new and traditional economies by accelerating digital transformation in public and private sectors.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – HONMA Golf Limited (“HONMA”; together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; HKEX stock code: 6858), one of the most prestigious golf brands worldwide, announces its consolidated interim results for the six months ended 30 September 2024 (the “Period”).
Financial Highlights
Revenue decreased by 25.6% to JPY9,814.5 million (equivalent to USD64.8 million), due to ongoing and intensified market competition, economic slowdown, and distribution adjustment.
Direct-to-Consumer channel grew by 6.5%, led by Japan and China whose DTC revenue rose by 5.4% and 10.0%, respectively.
Successful new product launch of BERES09; BERES golf clubs’ performance with 18.4% revenue growth in Japan and 49.4% growth in Southeast Asia.
Revenue from apparels increased by 6.1%, despite the weak consumer sentiment in China and a reduction in total number of stores.
Gross profit margin improved by 0.9 percentage points to 53.0%.
Net operation profit (non-IFRS) amounted to JPY 213.50 million.
Net operating cash flow remained positive and stood at JPY4,024.4 million (equivalent to USD26.6 million) for the six months ended 30 September 2024, recording an eight-year CAGR of 8.4%.
Major Achievements
For the six months ended 30 September 2024, HONMA steadfastly implemented its business strategies while carefully protecting its financial strength and cash flow. Since early 2023, the global golf industry has seen continued, downward adjustments in both the number of rounds played and purchase interest of golfers at different stages and across different markets. These developments echoed management’s decision to strengthen and streamline its product offering around two consumer segments, namely super-premium and premium-performance consumer segments. Despite market headwinds, HONMA’s direct-to-consumer channels and core product categories demonstrated resilience during the Period.
Focusing on Club Products that Best Represent Japanese Craftsmanship and World Standard Innovative Technology in Pursuit of Players in Super-Premium and Premium-Performance Segments
HONMA remains committed to applying cutting-edge technologies and artisan-style Japanese craftsmanship to the design, development, and manufacturing of a comprehensive range of exquisitely crafted and performance-driven golf clubs. HONMA applied several of its revolutionary proprietary technologies to the design and development of its latest BERES and TOUR WORLD products, designed for affluent and avid golfers. Following the launch of BERES 09 in early 2024, the Group gained additional penetration into the super-premium consumer segment, especially in Asia. Revenue from BERES golf clubs rose by 18.4% in Japan and by 49.4% in Southeast Asia. During the same period, Be ZEAL3, a product designed for golfers in the premium performance segment rose by 27 times. In addition, following the launch of several collections of SAKATA Lab putters in early 2024, sales of putters increased by 36.8% for the half year ended 30 September, reconfirming HONMA’s strong brand equity and its ability to cater to both affluent and avid golfers.
Accelerating Apparel Growth to Provide a Complete Golf Lifestyle Experience for Customers
Revenue from apparels increased by 6.1% YOY to JPY1,340.6million for the half year ended 30 September 2024. The profit margin of apparels increased by 29.1 percentage points to 57.3%. Despite weak consumer sentiment and a reduction in the total number of stores in mainland China, apparels sales continued its growth trajectory, achieving 15.9% YOY growth.
Improving Profitable Growth by Focusing on DTC Channels, Contributing 56.1% of Total Revenue
Self-operated stores continued to exhibit strong growth momentum, posting a steady increase of 6.5% for the six months ended 30 September 2024. This growth was driven by continued retail operational improvements in Japan and China (including Hong Kong and Macau), where retail sales grew by 5.4% and 10.0%, respectively. Revenue from third-party retailers and wholesalers decreased by 46.3% during the same period, primarily due to a decline in wholesale revenue from Japan, Korea, and China (including Hong Kong and Macau) as a result of economic slowdown and channel reshuffling in Korea. Revenue from e-commerce grew by 8.1%, with Japan increasing by 18.9% and mainland China by 5.8%. The rapid expansion of digital communications led to improvements in organic traffic, conversion rates, and other digital brand engagement metrics such as bounce rate and time on site, amongst others.
Strong Recovery in Europe and North America Following Channel Optimisation
Following past years’ distribution network optimisation, sales from Europe and North America rose by 92.4% and 23.5% from the six months ended 30 September 2023, respectively, while expanding their profitability.
North America and Europe account for more than 50% of the global golf market. During the six months ended 30 September 2024, HONMA continued to focus on a smaller but premier group of accounts in both markets while continuously implementing its unique direct-to-consumer communication and sales strategy. This direct-to-consumer communication and distribution approach overlays with HONMA’s existing wholesale points of sale and various digital platforms, allowing HONMA to effectively increase its brand and product awareness while owning the entire consumer experience and purchase journey.
Furthermore, the decision to differentiate the TOUR WORLD product offering between tour-inspired players and golfers seeking performance enhancements will significantly bolster HONMA’s growth strategy in North America, where the market has continued to rebound, with an increasing number of golfers gravitating towards premium-performance products.
Business Outlook
Moving forward, HONMA remains committed to its long-term vision of building a world-leading golf lifestyle company. The Group will continue to leverage its brand heritage while embracing innovation and digital transformation. Key focus areas include expanding market share in core markets through the super-premium and premium-performance segments, optimising distribution networks in North America and Europe, developing complementary non-club product lines, and maintaining product innovation that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. HONMA will also continue strengthening its direct-to-consumer channels while enhancing operational efficiency across all markets.
Mr. LIU Jianguo, Chairman of the Board, President and Executive Director of HONMA Golf Limited, said: “During this period of market adjustment, HONMA has demonstrated its resilience by maintaining strong gross margins and growing our direct-to-consumer channels. Our strategic focus on the super-premium and premium-performance segments, combined with our enhanced digital capabilities and streamlined distribution network, positions us well for future growth. We remain committed to our heritage of Japanese craftsmanship while embracing innovation to meet the evolving needs of today’s golfers.”
Hashtag: #HONMAGolf
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About HONMA Golf Limited
HONMA is one of the most prestigious and iconic brands in the golf industry. Founded in 1959, HONMA combines the latest innovative technologies with traditional Japanese craftsmanship to provide golfers across the globe with premium, high-tech and high-performance golf clubs, balls, apparels and accessories.
As the only vertically integrated golf company with rich in-house design, development and manufacturing capabilities, extensive retail footprint in Asia and a diverse range of golf clubs and golf-related products, HONMA is perfectly positioned to continually grow its business in Asia and beyond, benefitting from the return of golfers in mature golf markets such as the US and Japan, as well as from increased participation in emerging and under-penetrated markets such as Korea and China.
In the past couple of years, HONMA has actively re-branded itself in order to re-define the HONMA brand as a dynamic, relevant and premium golf lifestyle brand among younger golfers. The Group renewed its tour presence in Asia by retaining a HONMA team consisting of one veteran and seven female players who are considered rising stars by the golf industry and collaborated with coaches and key opinion leaders in the main Asian markets. The Group also made significant investments into its retail distribution network and digital capabilities in Japan and China to provide a unified and improved consumer experience and journey to its loyal consumers as well as the younger golfers.
Recognition Highlights Leadership Balancing Business Success and Community Impact
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, Chairman of Prince Holding Group, received the prestigious “Best Contributions Towards Socio-Economic Development – Cambodia” award at the International Finance Awards. This accolade recognizes Chairman Chen Zhi’s visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to fostering sustainable growth and development across Cambodia.
Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, Chairman of Prince Holding Group, received the ‘Best Contributions Towards Socio-Economic Development – Cambodia’ award at the International Finance Awards, showcasing his visionary leadership in advancing Cambodia’s economic and social progress.
The award highlights Chairman Chen Zhi’s commitment in driving economic advancement while enhancing community well-being. Through Prince Holding Group’s diverse ventures and the strategic initiatives of its philanthropic arm, Prince Foundation, Chen Zhi has made significant strides in education, healthcare, and economic empowerment in Cambodia.
“This recognition reflects Chairman Chen Zhi’s dedication to shaping a brighter future for Cambodia through innovative business strategies and meaningful community initiatives,” said Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer of Prince Holding Group. “His leadership demonstrates how businesses can play a pivotal role in driving socio-economic progress and delivering meaningful change.”
Under Chen Zhi’s stewardship, Prince Holding Group has emerged as a key driver of Cambodia’s economic growth. Its investments span critical sectors, including real estate, financial services, and consumer goods, contributing to job creation and strengthening economic resilience.
Through Prince Foundation, Chen Zhi has spearheaded philanthropic projects addressing pressing social challenges. Notable initiatives include the Chen Zhi Scholarship Program, a seven-year pledge to support 400 Cambodian students through financial aid, mentorship, and career opportunities. Additionally, the Prince Horology Vocational Training Center reflects Chen Zhi’s passion for skill development, offering specialized training in watchmaking to aspiring professionals.
Since its inception, the Prince Foundation has implemented over 250 impactful initiatives, reaching more than 1.3 million beneficiaries and contributing over $16 million to community causes. These efforts align with Cambodia’s national development goals, reflecting Prince Holding Group’s long-term commitment to sustainable development progress.
“Chairman Chen Zhi’s leadership is a testament to how businesses can balance economic growth with social responsibility,” added Tan. “This award not only recognizes his achievements but also celebrates the positive changes his vision has brought to Cambodia.”
The International Finance Awards celebrate exceptional leadership, talent, and contributions to global industry growth. Chen Zhi’s recognition places him among a distinguished group of leaders shaping the socio-economic future of their regions. Hashtag: #ChenZhi #PrinceHoldingGroup #PrinceFoundation #VisionaryLeadership #ChenZhiScholarship
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Prince Holding Group
Prince Holding Group is one of Cambodia’s largest business groups, spanning across real estate development, financial services, and consumer services.
Prince Holding Group’s key business units in Cambodia include Prince Real Estate Group, Prince Huan Yu Real Estate Group, Prince Bank, and Awesome Global Investment Group. Via its subsidiaries, Prince Holding Group has over 100 businesses in Cambodia operating in real estate development, banking, finance, tourism, logistics, technology, food and beverages, lifestyle sectors, etc.
Leveraging a network of industrial, business, and financial professionals across Asia, Prince Holding Group is firmly committed to the long-term development of Cambodia.
Moving forward, Prince Holding Group will continue to seek out opportunities to play an important role in Cambodia through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Celebrate Christmas with Shiok Kitchen Catering, a Halal-certified caterer under Creative Eateries that offers an array of one-stop catering services. These seasonal menus, which boast traditional international Christmas food with modern Singapore flavours, are available in a number of formats and occasions, for any number of pax. From a Christmas mini buffet catering to holiday bentos for corporate clients – the guests will definitely leave the event feeling “shiok”! Available from 2 – 31 December 2024.
Christmas catering 2024: A la carte offerings with a Singaporean twist
While traditional Yuletide classics still feature on the menus, Shiok Kitchen’s traditional Christmas offerings infused with a modern Singaporean twist are the stars. Amping up the usual Christmas chicken is a flavour-packed Nonya Lemongrass Roasted Turkey with Buah Keluak Stuffing (4.5KG, $148+), which comes with a piquant Nonya Assam Sauce. Even the accompanying signature sides of Salted Egg Yolk Potato, Nasi Ulam Quinoa Salad, are so Singaporean.
Instead of the usual roast beef, why not spice up the season with the Singaporean-inspired Slow Roasted Rendang Beef Striploin (1.5KG, $168+)? There is also the Baked Laksa Spice Tasmania Salmon (800G, $88+) with a spicy kick; and a hearty Slow Roasted Nonya Curry Spice Lamb Leg (3-5KG, $148+). Each of these mains are served with the two signature sides, and their respective sauces. The guests will also be thrilled with the Sambal Rojak Glazed Turkey Ham (2KG, $88+), which comes with a piquant White Rojak Fruit Salad so the guest can continue the meal with dessert.
Speaking of dessert, Shiok Kitchen Catering sweetens the celebration with seasonal treats like the “Ondeh-Ondeh” Log Cake (500G, $58; 1KG, $78+), featuring creamy coconut, white chocolate, pandan-scented sponge, and toffee-like Gula Melaka—sure to have everyone reaching for a second serving, as with the “Kopi” Chocolate Log Cake (500G, $58, 1KG, $78+). Impress at any corporate function with the unique Kaya Bread & Butter Pudding ($32+), with dried cranberries and “Teh C” Crème Anglaise – reminiscent of a Singapore breakfast.
Shiok Kitchen Catering’s classic Christmas takeaway menus for any celebration
Modern Singaporean flavours aside, guests can also count on Shiok Kitchen to deliver a traditional catering experience in Singapore. With its glistening golden sheen, the classic Christmas menu’s darling is the Maple Roasted Turkey with Christmas Mushroom & Chestnut Stuffing (4-5KG, $148+). This comes with a bright cranberry sauce, savoury onion gravy, and roasted winter vegetables to complete your Christmas celebration meal.
Satisfy party pax even more with Herb Crusted Beef Striploin (2-2.5KG, $168+), a delightful festive package that also comes with onion gravy, and roasted winter vegetables. Slice through the aromatic crust to reveal the tender and succulent blushing meat, which pairs perfectly with the tummy-warming sides.
Meat lovers will also want to add on the Slow Roasted Rosemary Cumin Lamb Leg (3-3.5KG, $148+) from the food catering service’s seasonal Christmas menu. Perfumed with the heady spice, the juicy lamb gets a flavour boost without any unpleasant gaminess.
Christmas buffets & bentos galore for any number of pax
Impress the guests with a wide array of Christmas buffets (including mini ones) and bentos for any number of pax and functions. For an intimate holiday gathering, the Shiok Kitchen Mini Buffet Takeaway Feast is the perfect solution. This mini buffet service costs $198+ for 5 pax, or $375+ for 10 Pax, and offers diverse dishes from artisanal cheese and cold cuts, to Angus beef stew and Christmas fruit cake.
Larger groups of 30 pax or more can choose between Shiok Kitchen’s Starlight Buffet Feast ($28+ per pax, minimum 30 pax) or the exquisite Enchanted Buffet Premium Feast ($38+ per pax, minimum 30 pax). These offer the guests a complete Christmas buffet catering feast, comprising a good variety of appetisers, mains, desserts, and even refreshing beverages with a festive twist.
Those hosting off-site office shindigs might prefer the convenience of individual meals instead of buffets, and Shiok Kitchen Catering provides hearty Christmas bentos (minimum 30 pax), starting from $8+ per pax with vegetarian options, that are easy to transport and store. Pull out all the stops with the Wonderland Premium Bento ($30+ per pax; vegetarian option available), which is brimming with Christmas delights such as Angus beef stew, slow-baked salmon with pink sauce & fresh dill, classic ratatouille Provencal vegetable stew, and biscoff tiramisu.
Amp up the festivity and enjoy an exclusive early bird promotion and receive a complimentary “Ondeh-Ondeh” Log Cake worth $78+ with every Christmas buffet ordered. Promotion is valid for orders made from now until 15 November.
Create an unforgettable and memorable holiday season this year with Shiok Kitchen! Available from 2 – 31 December 2024, place the order at:https://shiokkitchencatering.com.sg/pages/christmas. Preorder with a minimum lead time of 7 working days, relevant additional delivery fees and setup fees apply. Festive Surcharge on 24th and 25th December apply. Hashtag: #shiokkitchen #cateringsingapore #cateringservicesingapore #sgcatering #halalcatering #halalcertified #sghalal #halalsg #asiancuisine #modernsingapore #christmas2024 #christmasmenu #christmasbuffet #christmascatering
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Shiok Kitchen Catering
Since its inception in 2004, Shiok Kitchen Catering (previously known as SK Catering) has been an established name in the catering service industry. Serving a vast selection of cuisines ranging from your local delights to Chinese cuisine and western gourmet dishes, Shiok Kitchen Catering provides for off-site corporate and social events in and around Singapore, allowing individuals and companies to experience a delightful gastronomical adventure.
Over 80 Local and Overseas Creative Communities Engaging in Large-scale Installations & Exhibitions, Workshops, and Creative Voice
Powering Inner Growth Through Design
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Presented by PMQ and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), deTour design festival will take place from 29th November to 15th December 2024 at PMQ, Central. This year, the exhibition has been extended to seventeen days, free of charge, and is open to all design enthusiasts, students, and the public. Through large-scale exhibitions, workshops, guided tours and Creative Voice design forums, deTour 2024 showcases the creative works among the local and international creative communities, exploring the underlying meaning of the connection between design and one’s inner strength!
The Theme of deTour 2024:Having→Being: Designing Inner Worlds Design has long been seen as an instrument for solving problems. Adonian Chan, Curator of deTour 2024 was inspired by the book To Have or To Be by Erich Fromm, a psychologist. He found that with the advancing production methods and material abundance, design has gradually become a tool to produce desire, and a person’s worth is judged based on their possessions. This change echoes Erich Fromm’s concept of the “mode of having” in his book To Have or To Be. Fromm argues that society frequently judges a person’s worth based on their possessions. Yet he asserts that true value lies not in what we “have” but in who we “are”— the “mode of being”.
In deTour 2024, the Curator and designers will uncover underexplored possibilities in design, emphasising how design enriches one’s inner power. Not only does design present the outlook of an environment or a product, but it is also a catalyst for one’s inner growth, well-being, and creative expression. Through careful consideration and curation, as well as the environment, product, and experience provided in deTour2024, it aims to help people create a space and a tool that reflects their inner true self and provide inspiration for a deeper dialogue and connection.
Starting from the Courtyard: Opening a Dialogue and Connections with 17 Installations and Exhibitions deTour2024 exhibits a total of 17 installations from local and overseas designers throughout PMQ. Walking through the entrance tunnel to the courtyard, a feature exhibition of “Air-Scape“, “Capturing Qi (氣) “, and “Passage to the Lake“, from three groups of local and overseas young designers, unveils the path to reflection. Other installations are displayed through the courtyard, Hollywood Garden, and the specific levels in Block A. Every installation is a dialogue to inner growth, allowing us to rethink how design has influenced our lives and environment, including experimental works that explore new possibilities through deTour 2024. In addition, the seventeen-day design festival has 40 workshops and 13 Creative Voice sessions, bringing a series of free exciting experiences to the public.
International Collaboration: Kimchi and Chips —— “REWORLD Type 2” Founded in 2009 by Seoul-based artists Mimi Son and Elliot Woods, Kimchi and Chips is acclaimed for merging art, technology, and philosophy. Their large-scale installations explore the intersections of light, space, and perception, creating immersive experiences that blur reality and illusion.
“REWORLD Type 2” is an innovative urban screen that constructs images not with traditional LEDs, but by remixing fragments from the surrounding cityscape. Urban screens have become a principal material of the built environment, and are used to communicate ideas, convey ambitions, provide instructions, and contribute to the creation of a city’s aesthetic and mythology. Kimchi and Chips quote Donna J. Haraway, “It matters what stories make worlds, what worlds make stories.” REWORLD is a screen that generates images solely from the city’s existing elements, reimagining and recycling reality into new messages and ideas. This screen operates using more than 1,000 of micro-prisms actuated by precision motors, which selectively refract the surroundings to form new images, showcasing a stunning “reworld”.
Feature Exhibitions: About Living Attitudes – Balance, Feng Shui, Penjing and Lakes
1. Wich Chau, Match Chen — “A place of Being” Wich Chau is a Hong Kong designer who adopts an experimental approach to designing furniture, public spaces, and installation art, delving into the potential of urban environments through thought-provoking inquiries. His work “Wave of Growth” was featured in the MoMA-published book “Uneven Growth@2015”. Since 2020, he has tried oil painting, drawing on elements of science fiction, surrealism, and futuristic imagination to provoke contemplation about the universe and existence. Match Chen, co-founder of KaCaMa Design Lab in Hong Kong, has rich experience in sustainable and community-focused design and is dedicated to promoting local craftsmanship and artistic creation. His works, “Flawless Failure” and “Bamboo-Copter Pavilion”, have been showcased in PMQ, the Hong Kong Museum of History, etc.
“A place of Being” is an interactive installation that explores the intricate balance between “Having” and “Losing”, as well as “Balance” and “Imbalance”, through participants’ personal experiences and interactions. At the heart of this installation lies a scale, set against a blue carpet. Participants, in groups of one to three, take turns adding wood to the scale, aiming to maintain a sense of inner calm and equilibrium. If too much wood is piled on or if the centre of gravity shifts, everything on the scale will tip over. The team hopes that this straightforward interactive experience will illuminate abstract yet tangible concepts in life, such as “Inner”, “Outer”, “Accept”, “Reject”, “Balance”, and “Imbalance”. The team anticipates that this experience will encourage participants to reflect on their journey toward “being” and finding balance in their lives.
2. Future Soil X Laurence Lee — “Air-Scape” Formed in 2023 by Arthur Cheung, Carolyn Tam, and Yvonne Wong, the team explores the relationship between traditional plant cultivation and emerging technologies, combining material exploration and digital fabrication to design bio-receptive structures integrated with plant species. Their project, exhibited at the deTour 2023 – design festival, showcased how lifeforms can influence computational design, offering a fresh perspective on the interaction between nature and the built environment and encouraging us to rethink how we shape our surroundings. Laurence Lee King Man has studied penjing under several masters in Hong Kong since 2000. Now Chairman of the Penjing Association of Hong Kong, he promotes penjing culture. Lee is also a Chinese ink painter and curates art exhibitions. Penjing is a fascinating art form that grows and transforms over time.
“Air-Scape” integrates soilless foam with perforated 3D-printed forms, allowing for customisable vessel shapes that support diverse plant species. This holistic approach bridges traditional penjing with computational design and digital fabrication, offering new geometric possibilities for the art form.
3. Yoojin Chung — “Capturing Qi (氣)” Yoojin Chung is an interdisciplinary Korean designer whose works encompass a wide array of media, including objects, installations, and speculative research. Following her studies at The Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, she earned her MA in Contextual Design at Design Academy Eindhoven. Yoojin integrates conceptual exploration with innovative design methodologies to reimagine the dynamic interplay between materiality, form, and human experience. Her work challenges conventional notions and encourages fresh perspectives on everyday interactions. She promotes discussions around social, cultural, philosophical, and psychological themes, and creates platforms for critical reflection, and she continues to investigate new avenues in art and design across diverse contexts.
“Capturing Qi (氣) ” offers a satirical critique of the evolving customs surrounding post-modern feng shui, questioning how feng shui influences Asians’ living, landscape and culture. This device “captures” Qi inside transparent capsules, serving as a physical, vision-oriented tool offering a new perspective on controlling success in life with the invisible substance, Qi, to combine the concepts of Eastern and Western feng shui, presenting a unique cultural dialogue and design perspective.
4. Moon Seop Seo — “Passage to the Lake“ Moon Seop Seo is a Korean designer living in Eindhoven, Netherlands, graduating from Design Academy Eindhoven in 2021 with projects such as “Passage to the Lake” and “The Ephemeral Wall”, earning cum laude honours. Shortly after graduation, he established his own design studio, collaborating with various design museums and galleries. He often navigates the intersections of Eastern and Western cultures, philosophies, and aesthetics. He takes pride in his poetic ability to evoke specific atmospheres that convey messages and resonate with audiences. He describes his design concept as: “I would like for my works to spark our imagination and leave exclamation marks in our daily lives.” “Passage to the Lake” takes inspiration from the soothing effect on the mind of standing by a lake. He aims to honour the essence of living water and harness its potential in urban settings by crafting a spatial experience that allows people to enjoy a moment of relaxation. He invites visitors to witness a droplet falling into a puddle, where it comes to life again, allowing them to experience the calming rhythm of water amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.
Selected Entries: 12 Artworks Selected through Open Recruitment
1. URBAN PROJECTION — “Being Between Inner and Outer” URBAN PROJECTION is a workgroup founded by Junxiang Zhang and Xiaoxu Zhao, which explores the gap between humanity and the built environment. Moving beyond traditional spatial design, the group focuses on the intangible aspects of life—perception, consciousness, and the unseen forces that shape our reality through text, image, and space to reconstruct a new understanding of our life.
“Being Between Inner and Outer” is a spatial installation. The prototype features a U-shaped wall that delineates both inner and outer spaces. Positioned between these spaces, the wall serves as a spatial metaphor for the self. From the outside, the installation resembles a sculpture. Its polyhedral form presents multiple identities, shifting with each perspective. Within the U-shaped enclosure, an intimate space is created for personal interaction. Between inner and outer space, there exists a quiet place for solitude amidst the surrounding crowd, enhanced by a reflection of greenery. The phrase “Flowers in the mirror, moon in the water” (鏡中花, 水中月) evokes the idea that everything in the world is an illusion. Yet, these illusions—like the reflections in the mirror—may serve as gateways to a deeper, metaphysical realm, leading the audience to reflect upon the interactive relationship between one’s inner self and the outside world.
2. Sandy Choi — “Being Transferred” Sandy Choi, a Hong Kong graphic designer graduated from London with a degree in Graphic Design from Saint Martin’s School of Art, has been working and active for the past two decades and has garnered numerous local and international awards. He established his own design consultancy, Sandy Choi Associates (now Sandy Eddie Tommy Associates) in 1997. In recent years, in addition to adjudicating various international design competitions, Sandy has also been a part-time lecturer in graphic design at Hong Kong Polytechnic University and HKU Space, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of designers.
As Anaïs Nin, a famous American author, once said, “We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.” The same can be said about collectables and possessions: “We don’t buy things for what they are. We buy things for what we are.” As a designer, Sandy Choi has been collecting for many years, and over the past five years, he has shared some of these items on Instagram, pairing them with personal reflections. “Being Transferred” displays 33 items from his collection alongside their corresponding Instagram posts, exploring a shift from “having” to “being”—an invitation for viewers to take some of these meanings and ideas with them, integrating them into their own sense of being.
3. Studio Anthony Ko — “Casa Destruct” Studio Anthony Ko primarily engages in architecture, spatial designs, installations, and community projects, approaching the world with a theoretical lens. Through manifestos, the studio explores the provocative aspects of architecture, experimenting with themes such as place attachment, environmental psychology, and cultural preservation. Recently, Studio Anthony Ko has focused on designing spaces in remote and exilic environments, with a strong emphasis on well-being and emotional connection. The studio’s conceptual approach to embedding meaning in spaces is evident in projects such as “Station by the Sea” (Oku-Noto Triennale), “Disintegration” (SMACH Biennale), Fragile World (Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival), After Seventeen Days (detour 2022).
“Casa Destruct” replicates the aftermath of a home belonging to anonymous hosts, left in ruins after an unknown catastrophe. The remains, “Casa Destruct”, provoke us to reflect on life in this simulated state of destruction. Does the ghost or being of the home endure, defending the idea that a certain matter lingers (Or retains) or is even revived after the destruction of its physical form… Or is everything lost when the house collapses? This work allows people to think deeply about the state of “being” into a state of “having” and reinterpret the idea of “home”.
4. Ford Cheng, Vinzan Leung — “DIVINE” Ford Cheng is a promising young spatial artist who graduated from the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts and gained a master’s degree from the University of Hong Kong with a focus on architecture. His keen interest lies in fusing architecture, art, future technologies, and artificial intelligence. Ford believes this integration can result in designs that are not only interactive but also emotionally impactful, making spaces a vital part of people’s lives. His work fosters innovation in spatial art and encourages audiences to imagine what the future of living could look like. Vinzan is an imaginative young spatial artist currently enrolled in the Master of Architecture programme at the University of Hong Kong. She is dedicated to creatively blending architecture with interactive design, seeking ways to seamlessly unite art, technology, and human-centred design. With a passion for mechanical and artificial intelligence applications, Vinzan explores new avenues to enhance user experiences, transforming spaces into emotional expressions rather than merely functional environments.
“DIVINE” features a fundamental framework along with multiple mirrors, each representing a unique aspect of the self. The installation’s movement varies in speed based on the distance between viewers and the sensors. As viewers draw near, their reflections engage in a dialogue with their own identities. The shape of the installation shifts dynamically with audience participation, celebrating the joy of “being”. Each audience’s interactive experience is unique. It is hoped that this experience inspires viewers to contemplate the difference between “having” and “being”, ultimately leading to a redefined understanding of life’s meaning.
5. JONO Craftspace — “Hz Lab” JONO Craftspace is a design studio founded by designers Paul Chung and Dino Cheung in 2019, with the concept of “A Space for CRAFTING and Crafting SPACE”. Initially established as a woodworking workshop, it serves as a platform to explore design ideas and create experimental prototypes, encompassing everything from small-scale woodwork to architectural explorations.
“Hz Lab” is an experimental work that reminds us that the essence of music is found not in the instruments we own but in the moments we share. By embracing the concept of “being” rather than “having”, we open ourselves to a realm where creativity thrives, and connections deepen. This artistic exploration allows us to rediscover the transformative power of music and its profound impact on our lives. In a world that can feel increasingly fragmented, initiatives like “Hz Lab” inspire us to prioritise connection and creativity, fostering a sense of belonging and unity through sound. Ultimately, this project transforms our perception of music and our relationships, creating lasting memories that resonate far beyond the notes played.
6. Naonori Yago — “Imitative Behavior: In the Footsteps of My Daughters” Naonori Yago, born in Shizuoka in 1986, graduated from Musashino Art University with a degree in Visual Communication Design in 2008. He joined Hakuhodo in 2009 and has been affiliated with SIX since 2014. His notable awards include the Tokyo ADC, JAGDA New Designer Award, D&AD, NY ADC, and ONE SHOW.
“Imitative Behavior: In the Footsteps of My Daughters” is a collaborative series from Naonori Yago and his daughter. They have always been creating drawings and paintings since his daughter was three years old. In this exhibition, Naonori Yago chooses some of his daughter’s drawings, scans them, and then traces her lines with dots on the computer. These works showcase the changes of the strength of her arm movements, resulting in lines that can be faint or bold. Through graphic designs, he tries to capture and express these features of the unexpected lines. To Naonori Yago, this experience has been incredibly enriching for him as a creator. While many artists draw inspiration from the past—histories, movements, or previous creators—he finds himself inspired by the future through his daughter’s creations.
7. Island Works — “ISLAND LIGHTS” Co-founded by Chi and Leroy, Island Works is a collaborative initiative, stemming from their shared fascination with Hong Kong’s islands. Island Works aims to document and archive these islands, ultimately creating a digital library dedicated to them. Through on-site visits, 3D scanning and photography, the project seeks to capture and preserve the essence of each island, transforming these elements into an engaging public platform. Supported by the Design Trust seed grant, Chi and Leroy are preparing for a public launch, fostering a connection between their creative vision and the natural landscapes that inspire them.
Islands stir our natural curiosity to explore the unknown. In ancient times, our ancestors embarked on daring expeditions to reach these isolated lands, investing immense effort into charting maps, building ships, and constructing bridges to distant shores. Various forms of design and construction have not only reduced the distances between islands but, more importantly, created bridges of communication that connect us emotionally. Design facilitates connection. “ISLAND LIGHTS” highlights the approximately 200 islands of Hong Kong, comprising acrylic panels and each printed with point cloud data of an island to create an interactive archive installation reminiscent of a laboratory shelf. Through photographs and 3D scanning, they documented unique features such as striking rock formations and varied terrain. This work takes an archaeological and archivist approach to exploring the islands’ past, while also gesturing towards a speculative future through its digitised and technological aesthetics. This continuity between preservation and innovation reimagines how thoughtful design interventions might shape the islands’ evolving roles in the region—and, in turn, our lives.
8. Ng Chak Lam — “The Club” Chaklam Ng is a sound artist and inventor of musical instruments based in Hong Kong, with over 15 years of experience in design. He is the founder of the sound design collective Oblik Soundwork, exploring the intersection of sound, engineering, and interactive design. His recent work, “Pause Rec Play 2.0”, is an interactive sound installation that premiered at Clockenflap 2023. Chaklam’s projects often emphasise community engagement, and his public installations have been showcased at prominent venues such as K11 Musea, PMQ, and Central Market.
“The Club” is an arcade-style pinball machine designed for up to four players. During gameplay, the pinball collides with various bumpers, generating a unique and dynamically evolving rhythmic pattern that varies with each round. To capture these one-of-a-kind sonic byproducts, the design utilises the kinetic interactions of the pinball to trigger a library of pre-recorded musical samples, such as drum hits, which are seamlessly integrated and looped within a digital turntable interface. This way, the seemingly random and unpredictable movement of the pinball transforms into a novel and engaging musical composition, with each machine featuring its own distinct set of sound samples to enhance the uniqueness of the experience. “The Club” effectively merges the excitement of arcade gameplay with the creative expression of music, allowing players to move beyond traditional gaming and engage in authentic musical creation.
9. New Common — “The People’s Pavilion” New Common is formed by a collective of alumni from the Bartlett School of Architecture at University College London. Beyond their shared educational and professional background in architecture, they are deeply connected by a mutual passion for documenting architecture through diverse mediums—ranging from spatial design and visual communication to game design and interactive experiences. This open call of deTour 2024 has provided them with the opportunity to reunite and explore the possibilities of design together.
“The People Pavilion” is designed as a space for self-discovery, reflection, and acceptance. Through a dynamic use of colours, each representing participants’ levels of satisfaction or “flavours” in different areas of life, the pavilion creates a vibrant metaphor for emotional complexity. These colours, interacting with mirrors and lighting, form a layered landscape, illustrating that emotional well-being is about finding balance across all feelings rather than prioritising any single one. Promoting emotional authenticity, the pavilion encourages visitors to explore and express their full range of emotions, even in moments of bitterness or disappointment. This collective installation captures participants’ internal thoughts through playful interaction, creating shared memories for the community. It showcases how a pavilion can act as both a reflection of the surrounding social and cultural environment, as well as a space for gathering and dialogue. By transforming individual emotions into a visual narrative, this work seeks to revolutionise the way communities express and strengthen their bonds by contributing their feelings to the evolving space.
10. half AND half Studio — “trans(RE)SONANCE” half AND half Studio is an architecture and design studio based in Hong Kong, comprising Charles Kwan, Henry Au, and Aurora Wong as the project team. It offers a wide range of services that encompass innovative and integrative architectural design, spatial planning, interior design, and art installations.
“trans(RE)SONANCE” presents an interactive experience that requires the active participation of the visitors. Visitors have to control the movement intensity of the connected ropes of the light-sensitive device through a flashlight in a quiet environment, achieving a design that is technically simple yet visually effective. It brings a special sensory experience and lets visitors think deeply about the relationship between actuality and potentiality.
11. Chang Hoi Wood & Tang Chi Tat & Li Hong Ting — “Unfinished Project” Chang Hoi-wood, Tang Chi Tat, and Li Hong Ting are Hong Kong creators who have professional background and creative experience in architecture, design, and philosophy respectively. Chang Hoi-wood studied Master of Architecture at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, dedicated to coordinating place-making and arts technology projects; Li Hong Ting is a co-founder of the philosophy-promoting group Corrupt The Youth, studied Design at Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Philosophy at the Chinese University of Hong Kong; and Tang Chi Tat is a designer passionate about landscape and exhibition design, with a degree in Environment and Interior Design and recently completed his Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA).
“Unfinished Project” seeks to explore the mutual influence between humans and objects. Things can shape our identities, and in turn, we can shape the things around us. Active users are creators; they reshape objects, integrating them into their identities. A pen, for instance, only exists as a pen when it is used to write; without that action, it is merely an object. This reveals how the unfinishedness of individuals and objects is intricately connected.
12. Victoria Dong — “What if I had one more chance?” Victoria Dong is a pioneering interdisciplinary designer who blends the thinking and design principles of both architecture and contemporary textiles. By exploring the intersection of material and space, she employs textile techniques to push design boundaries, championing inclusivity and creativity in all her projects. Through the fusion of architectural principles and textile art, her innovative designs establish a sense of unity between time and place, reflecting the fluid and multi-dimensional nature of identity. Currently based at Heatherwick Studio in London, she showcased her work at the Alveston Gallery in London, Royal Birmingham Society of Artists for the Prized Exhibition 2022 and created installations for the Hong Kong Museum of Art and K11 Art Mall.
“What if I had one more chance?” uses the pinball machine as a metaphor, encouraging people to rediscover their authentic selves through play. It explores the question: How do “I” become “myself”? In this interactive experience, players are invited to imagine themselves as the ball, embarking on a journey filled with twists, turns, and obstacles. The racecourse, representing a space for ongoing self-reflection and inner exploration, is fully customisable—players can add or remove objects along the path. After each round, new insights may emerge, inspiring changes to the course and sparking further creativity. In this analogy, the ball symbolises one’s life, while the racecourse represents our life’s journey. The obstacles reflect the possessions we accumulate. Through playful engagement, we can embrace both our personal journey and the elements that shape it.
A Whole New Parent-child Programme of deTour 2024 — “deTour Kids” To raise public awareness of the inspiration brought by design and creativity to a child’s development, deTour partnered with PMQ Seed and Creativekids launched a whole new parent-child programme, “deTour Kids”, includes “deTour Kids’ Morning tour” and “Family Crest Workshop”.
“deTour Kids’ Morning tour” through interactive tours and engaging mini-games, introducing kids and parents to some selected works from deTour 2024 in an easy-to-understand way.
In addition to guided tours, it also provides a parent-child design experience to create the unique “family crest”. Naonori Yago, the Japanese designer of the exhibition “Imitative Behavior: In the Footsteps of My Daughters” and his daughter will participate as guests in one public session on 30 Nov, encouraging parents and children to design together, gaining inspiration from each other!
Workshops and Creative Voice
Not only is deTour 2024 design festival showcases large-scale installations and exhibitions, but it also includes a variety of workshops, such as enamel painting, a unique small-scale coffee ground sculpture, accessory mould design, incense, collagraph printing, and planting.
Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to connect with international and local designers and cross-disciplinary industry professionals through Creative Voice, listening to their insights and understanding more about the connection between design and psychology, feng shui, nature, music, and more.
All activities can be registered online, inviting the public to explore the unlimited possibilities of design together.
Guided Tours X Diverse Tour Guides Various guided tours will be held during deTour 2024 such as, the Curator, Adonian Chan, and co-creators, Anthony Ko, Victoria Dong and Ng Chak Lam. Some designers and creators from different professions such as Kit Chan, the author of “Hong Kong Knowhere”, Corrupt The Youth, and Pan Tang, the founder of Midway, will become the tour guides. Through different perspectives and horizons, they bring visitors to explore the highlights in the exhibition and understand the behind stories and inspiration.
Register to participate in the public programmes of deTour 2024. Attendees who complete the activities will have a chance to receive exclusive deTour 2024 souvenirs.
For more information about deTour 2024 design festival and public programmes, please stay tuned for our social media updates, and visit the website: https://detour.hk/2024
deTour 2024 – design festival Date: 29th November 2024 – 15th December 2024 Opening Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Venue: PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong Admission: Free Entry Website: https://detour.hk/2024 Hashtag: #deTour2024
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About deTour – design festival
deTour is an annual design festival showcasing creative designs and concepts. Organised by PMQ and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the event offers a wide range of programmes that bring together designers and creative communities from Hong Kong and abroad.
deTour serves as a unique platform for inspiring people through the latest in creative expression and cutting-edge design. It also fosters exchanges between up-and-coming talents and seasoned professionals.
About PMQ
Located in the heart of Hong Kong’s SoHo district, PMQ is the landmark of creative and design industries housing over 100 Hong Kong emerging designers. In 2014, PMQ was revitalised and transformed into a creative hub with a variety of design studios showcasing a wide array of design products including fashion and accessories, gifts & premium, homeware, and small furniture as well as other lifestyle goods and creative products. PMQ has now become an interactive platform for supporting up-and-coming creative talents and fostering a community of patrons and lovers of creativity, design, and heritage. It is also one of the popular venues in town for international design, arts, and cultural events from Hong Kong and around the world.
About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency
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.
Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.
Red Bull Malaysia hosted an appreciation dinner to celebrate the achievements of the racing teams and their crew.
After a month-long social media contest, Red Bull Malaysia awarded two individuals with a limited-edition Red Bull motorcycle and helmet.
PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Red Bull Malaysia (Red Bull), the No.1 energy drink brand in the nation, recently hosted an exclusive appreciation dinner to celebrate the remarkable journey of 31 Racing Team, Maju Motor Racing Team and CKJ Racing Team.
Red Bull Malaysia hosted an appreciation dinner to celebrate the achievements of the racing teams and their crew.
Bringing together the racing teams as well as esteemed guests from Safe Aim Mutual Sdn Bhd, the celebratory event marked the end of the PETRONAS MAM Malaysian Cub Prix Championship 2024 and unveiled Red Bull’s renewed sponsorship to power the three racing teams through the upcoming 2025 season. This commitment reaffirms Red Bull’s mission to develop grassroots talents and celebrate motorcycle racing.
Adelene Tay, Head of Marketing of TCP Red Bull Malaysia, shared, “Red Bull’s partnership with these teams goes beyond just sponsorship. It is about empowering each rider and every crew member who works tirelessly behind the scenes. Together, we aim to elevate Malaysian motorsport talent to new heights, transforming potential into global recognition.”
From left: Adelene Tay, Head of Marketing of Red Bull; Mr. K. Sivanesan, 31 Racing Team Owner; Mr. Yong Yin Hoe, Maju Motor Racing Team Owner; and Mr Che Ku Jonaidi, CKJ Racing Team Owner
As a token of appreciation for their contributions to the sport, Red Bull presented a special plaque to each racing team owner – Mr. Che Ku Jonaidi, Mr. K. Sivanesan, and Mr. Yong Yin Hoe.
Alongside the riders, Red Bull celebrated the dedicated back-end crews who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring the seamless operations that allowed the racing teams to shine throughout the championship season. From mechanics to support staff, each team member’s hard work and commitment are integral to every race on the track.
Red Bull also awarded two individuals from its recent month-long social media contest. The contest encouraged fans to participate by purchasing two cans of any Red Bull Malaysia Energy Drink to win exclusive prizes, including the grand prize of a limited-edition Yamaha Y15ZR motorcycle and helmet. Both the motorcycle and helmet have been emblazoned with Red Bull’s iconic logo and exclusively signed by selected riders from the three racing teams.
Red Bull awarded two individuals from its recent month-long social media contest with the grand prize of a limited-edition Yamaha Y15ZR motorcycle and helmet.
As the 2024 season draws to a close, Red Bull’s commitment continues to fuel the ambitions of local racing talents. “At Red Bull, we are more than just energising individuals. These racing teams have shown what it means to push limits and achieve greatness, both on and off the track. We are proud to stand beside them as they continue to chase new horizons in 2025 and beyond,” Tay said. Hashtag: #RedBullMalaysia
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About Red Bull Malaysia
Energising Malaysians since 1993, Red Bull Malaysia is the No.1 energy drink brand in the nation, fuelling individuals of all lifestyles to live their purpose through a range of effective and delicious energy drinks. A firm believer in the special combination of “Energy” and “Passion”, the brand aims to give drinkers a boost they need to overcome everything and anything.
About TCP Group
TCP Group is a leading beverage and food company in Thailand and the owner of the world’s most iconic energy drink brand “Red Bull” with the Yoovidhya family. Also known as the “House of Great Brands,” the company has a diverse product portfolio and is active in 15 markets in Asia, employing more than 5,000 people globally. In Thailand, the company also enjoys success from its distribution, OEM, vending machine business and market activation service.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – The “World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN” International Business Forum, held from November 26 to 27, officially concluded in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Over two days, the Forum hosted more than 350 participants, including representatives from political, business, and academic circles, the media, as well as experts and public figures from 24 countries. Organized by the Roscongress Foundation, the event marked the first major initiative under the Roscongress International brand.
(From left to right), Speakers of the ‘Russia and ASEAN’: Towards a New Stage of Trade and Economic Cooperation Plenary Session, Daniyar Akkaziev, Executive Director of the Russia–ASEAN Business Council, Airat Khairullin, Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technology and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, Nazir Razak, Chairman of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council from Malaysia, Alexey Gruzdev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, Oudet Suwannawong, President of the Lao Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Chairman of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council, Alexander Stuglev, Chairman of the Management Board, Director of the Roscongress Foundation and Abu Bakar Yusof, Deputy CEO of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).
“The ‘Russia-ASEAN: World of Opportunities’ Forum became one of the largest business events of its kind in the country and region in recent years, providing a unique platform to enhance trade relations between Russia and Southeast Asian countries. In 2023, Russia’s trade turnover with ASEAN countries reached a record high, growing by 14.6% compared to the previous year. This positive trend continued in the first half of 2024, with a 20.5% increase. The business forum was a response to the growing interest of Russian businesses in ASEAN countries, particularly Malaysia, and further solidified Russia’s strengthening trade position in Southeast Asia. I am confident that the Forum will serve as a significant discussion platform for addressing and broadly covering issues related to deepening trade and investment ties between Russia and ASEAN countries across various sectors,” said Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of the Russian Federation.
The Forum’s business agenda centered on trade and export interaction, energy, digital transformation, information security, technology, and innovations. Dedicated sessions also explored healthcare, tourism, education, and the impact of alumni communities in fostering international business connections.
“Russia-Malaysia relations are dynamically progressing across a wide range of areas, providing optimism for their future. I believe this Forum served as an excellent starting point for creating and implementing new projects, fostering cooperation, and promoting open dialogue between the business community and government representatives. I hope the event’s outcomes bring ASEAN countries and Malaysia closer to Russia, enabling the peoples of our nations to learn more about each other and explore new horizons for mutually beneficial relationships,” emphasized Nail Latypov, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Malaysia. He described Kuala Lumpur as a fitting choice for the event, noting that Malaysia will assume the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025 and highlighting the city’s strategic location as a regional hub, within a two-hour flight of any ASEAN capital.
The main highlight of the Forum was the plenary session, which featured participants such as Alexey Gruzdev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation; Ayrat Khayrullin, Minister of Digitalization of Public Administration, Information Technologies, and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan; Tan Sri Nazir Razak, Founder and Chairman of Ikhlas Capital and Chairman of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council Malaysia; Oudet Souvannavong, President of the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council; Alexander Stuglev, Chairman and CEO of the Roscongress Foundation; and Abu Bakar Yusof, Deputy Director of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE). Daniyar Akkaziev, Executive Director of the Russia-ASEAN Business Council, moderated the session.
The business program on the first day continued with a panel discussion titled “The Energy Dimension of Strategic Partnership between Russia and ASEAN: Lessons Learned and New Directions” and the EAEU-ASEAN business dialogue. Discussions focused on exploring new formats of cooperation among businesses for sustainable, long-term development.
The second day of the Forum featured panels on enhancing cooperation between Russia and Southeast Asian countries in digital transformation, healthcare, and medicine. Additional focus was given to strategies for increasing tourist flows and fostering educational partnerships.
The “World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN” International Business Forum was held with the support of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation and the Trade Representation of the Russian Federation in Malaysia. The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) served as the co-organizer. The Forum’s general partner was the Tatarstan Trade House, while program partners included the Russia-ASEAN Business Council, the Eurasian Economic Commission, and Coalstar LLC.
Hashtag: #RoscongressFoundation
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About the Roscongress Foundation
The Roscongress Foundation is a socially oriented, non-financial development institution and the largest organizer of Russian, international, congress, exhibition, business, public, youth, sports, and cultural events. It was established in 2007 by presidential decree to promote economic potential, advance national interests, and strengthen Russia’s image.
The Foundation comprehensively studies, analyzes, and highlights issues on Russian and global economic agendas. It facilitates business project administration, investment promotion, social entrepreneurship, and charitable initiatives.
Events organized by the Foundation attract participants from 209 countries and territories, with over 15,000 media representatives working at Roscongress venues annually. More than 5,000 experts from Russia and abroad are involved in its analytical and expert activities.
The Foundation collaborates with UN structures and other international organizations, develops diverse partnerships with 212 foreign economic institutions, industrial and business associations, and financial and trade organizations in 86 countries. Domestically, it partners with 293 Russian public organizations and federal and regional executive and legislative bodies of the Russian Federation.
Transformative Event Shines a Spotlight on the Collaborative Design Excellence at the Greater Bay Area, setting the stage for a new era of creativity in the region Exhibition at DX design hub will run from December 3 to 16 with free public entry
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 November 2024 – Organised by Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) and with the steer and support from The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region as the Lead Sponsor, ‘GBA Creative Fortnight’ officially kick-started on December 3 with an exhibition preview event. It will be opened to the public on December 4 at DX design hub – a creative hub for design and fashion inspiration at Sham Shui Po, where will also be accessible to the public on the same day.
Building upon the success of the first edition last year, this year’s showcase promises to elevate the impact of design collaboration within the region. Themed ‘What’s NE(X)T’, ‘GBA Creative Fortnight’ seeks to delve deeply into the present state and future potential of creativity within Greater Bay Area (GBA) through diverse exhibits. With a focus on designers, artists, and entrepreneurs at different GBA cities, the exhibition will highlight their latest works and innovative concepts, providing a platform for exploration, discovery, and exchange.
Beyond an Exhibition: What’s NE(X)T – Xperience, Xplore and Xchange
The objective of ‘GBA Creative Fortnight’ is to foster potential business collaborations across GBA, unlocking a myriad of opportunities and actively integrating into the nation’s overall development. The exhibition adopts a multi-dimensional approach, encompassing art culture, digital perspectives, and lifestyle sensibilities. It utilises multimedia techniques such as cityscape light and shadow projections, animated narratives rooted in Guangdong’s culinary heritage for environmental storytelling, and creative inspirations drawn from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao, and Hakka cultures.
In its 2024 edition, the ‘GBA Creative Fortnight’ transcends a mere exhibition. Through a fusion of exhibitions, talks, and captivating interactive experiences, visitors will immerse themselves in the creative design dynamism of GBA. The theme ‘What’s NE(X)T’ has already highlighted the three essential pillars of the ‘GBA Creative Fortnight’: Experience, Explore, and Exchange.
Three Zones to Create the Audience Journey
To craft the audience journey, three distinct zones have been specially designed:
‘Experiential Passage’ offers a sensory journey through innovative design concepts and immersive installations.
‘Co-creation Commons’ encourages collaboration and idea exchange among designers, fostering a culture of innovation.
‘Networking Area’ provides a platform for creatives, industry professionals, and enthusiasts to connect, share insights, and forge meaningful partnerships to drive the future of design in the region.
As visitors enter the exhibition, the neon signage presented by the conservation organisation The Indispensible Hong Kong and a city skyline projection presented by Zephyr Design Studio (Incubatee alumni of Design Incubation Programme by HKDC) will capture their initial impression, setting the stage for the design-centric ambiance of the city. Following this, interactive animations will showcase Hong Kong’s diversified culture and pop-culture elements, featuring a Hong Kong IP presented by Nikopicto.
Walking through the tunnel filled with city-wide elements, the ‘Co-creation Commons’ zone will showcase two sections, including ‘Fashion Design’ presented by the Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association. A local fashion designer, Janko Lam, will exhibit 12 pieces of her fashion artwork, featuring the most valuable drawings that narrate the cultural histories of Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, providing insights into the past, present, and future for mutual exchange and learning.
Following the ‘Fashion Design’ section, Alan Chan, renowned designer-artist from Hong Kong, Hong Kong Animation & Cultural Association (HKANIMA), Xiexie Design, Hong Kong Exporters’ Association (HKEA), Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association (HKF&DA) and Industrial Designers Society of Hong Kong (IDSHK) will co-create the section of ‘Design for Living’. In this section, the first to be presented is the ‘SILKROAD Collection’, imaginatively created by an internationally renowned designer, Mr. Alan CHAN. Inspired by the Silk Road, this collection draws inspiration from the classic European S Chair. It combines Western culture and contemporary Asian aesthetics, reflecting a modern interpretation of ‘West meets East’ furniture design.
HKANIMA will invite the creator of ‘Big Heart’ Ave Leung from Guangzhou and the creator of ‘MicBraining’ Mickey Mic to showcase the art toys. While Xiexie Design from Dongguan will present its visual art cases. The Hong Kong Exporters’ Association (HKEA) will showcase Hong Kong Smart Design Awards 2023/2024 awarded products including special designed furniture and stationery items. The Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association Introduction (HKF&DA) will display the awarded furniture – Laputa by Ron Kwan-kong Leung, you can experience how design combines with the usage of technology. IDSHK will have 10 Hong Kong partner brands to join this exhibition of ReMIX for illustrating how design can improve our living quality.
‘GBA Creative Fortnight’ Details: Date: 3 December 2024 – Exhibition Preview by Invitation Only 4 – 16 December 2024 – Open to public Time: 11am – 7pm Address: DX design hub, 280 Tung Chau Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Hashtag: #HKDC
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About DX design hub
Operated by Hong Kong Design Centre, DX design hub in Sham Shui Po nurtures emerging design talents and fashion designers, fostering creativity and collaboration. Showcasing the synergy between design disciplines, it serves as a vibrant platform for community engagement and creative tourism. The Hub offers exhibition spaces, activity spaces, and a retail area for designers to gain hands-on experience. It functions as a central workstation for HKDC and design-related Associations, leading initiatives to promote fashion and diverse design projects. With a mission to inspire creativity and innovation, we aim to enable the Hub to become the creative anchor in Hong Kong with various functions including Community Hub, Fashion Pop-Up Space, Immersive Space, Multi-Purpose Hall, Main Exhibition Area, Grand Stairs, and areas dedicated to design practitioners, such as the Designer Lounge with Library, Material Library and Seminar Space.
The construction work of the Hub is undertaken by the Urban Renewal Authority (URA), ensuring a state-of-the-art facility that supports our vision. The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is responsible for strategy formulation, coordination, and supervision, guiding the Hub’s initiatives to align with industry needs and aspirations.)
About Hong Kong Design Centre (www.hkdesigncentre.org)
Hong Kong Design Centre is a strategic partner of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in leveraging the city’s East-meets-West advantage to create value from design.
To achieve our goals we:
Cultivate a design culture
Bridge stakeholders to opportunities that unleash the value of design
Promote excellence in various design disciplines
About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (www.ccidahk.gov.hk )
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 startups, 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.
Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to some of HKDC’s activities/projects only, and does not otherwise take part in such funded activities/projects. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication and relevant materials/events (or by members of the project teams) are those of HKDC only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.