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Economist Impact’s 5th edition Future of Health Asia returns to Singapore amid rising technological disruption, chronic disease burdens and international trade tensions

Singapore to host 500 health, science and policy leaders on October 16th to address pressing issues in the Asia-Pacific healthcare sector.

Members of the media are invited to register here.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Convening on October 16th at the Four Seasons Hotel, the 5th edition Future of Health Asia will bring together 500 senior leaders from healthcare, government and patient advocacy to examine the impact of rising technological disruptions, rising pressure of chronic diseases and global economic uncertainty. 

5th edition Future of Health Asia
5th edition Future of Health Asia

The Asia-Pacific’s healthcare sector faces mounting pressures. Rapidly ageing populations are driving higher demand for care, while the growing prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and cancer adds long-term strain. At the same time, technological innovations from AI-enabled diagnostics to connected hospitals are reshaping delivery models, yet adoption is uneven across countries and socioeconomic groups. International trade tensions further complicate access to medicines, supply chains and innovation pathways.

Eric Mansion, pharma general manager, Sanofi South-East Asia and India, who will speak on multidimensional access to healthcare shared, “Breaking healthcare barriers takes more than strategy and collaboration – it starts with patients. Their voices and lived experiences are key to building sustainable health outcomes for all. The insights shared at this event will be instrumental in driving that progress.”

“Climate change is inseparable from human health. Protecting both people and the planet requires innovation, equity, and strong partnerships. I look forward to exploring these solutions together with fellow leaders at the panel,” said Gamze Yuceland, president, growth and emerging markets business unit, Takeda.

Chaired by Charles Ross, head of policy and insights, Asia-Pacific, Economist Impact—the event features Asia-Pacific industry expert speakers including:

  • Colin Lim, chief information officer and chief data officer, Ministry of Health, Singapore
  • Setiaji, senior advisor of health technology to the Minister of Health of Indonesia
  • Chien-Chang Lee, chief information officer, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taiwan
  • Arjan Toor, chief executive, health, Prudential plc
  • Gamze Yuceland, president, growth and emerging markets business unit, Takeda
  • Eric Mansion, pharma general manager, Sanofi South-East Asia and India
  • Mahender Nayak, senior vice-president, Takeda, TAS and ISEA
  • Nick Watts, director, NUS Centre for Sustainable Medicine
  • Zhuang Guangyi, deputy director, Health Sciences Authority, Singapore
  • And more

“Addressing the urgent and evolving healthcare needs across Asia’s diverse populations and complex disease burdens demands radical collaboration. It is through our shared commitment and partnership that we can accelerate progress in building resilient and equitable care systems throughout the region, leveraging Takeda’s innovative medicines and vaccines to make a meaningful impact,” said Dr Mahender Nayak, senior vice-president of Takeda, Asia Pacific countries.

The curated agenda includes sessions on:

  • Smarter diagnoses, better treatments: the AI-enabled care shift
  • The weight of chronic diseases: advancing integrated care
  • Medtech on the edge: linking innovation with capital
  • Promoting longer, healthy lives
  • Centering patient voices: understanding multidimensional access to healthcare.

View the agenda

The event sponsors are FWD Group, Johnson & Johnson, Lilly, Prudential plc, AstraZeneca, Sanofi and Takeda.

Tickets to the 5th edition Future of Health Asia are available for online purchase – register here. Should you have any questions, please contact: asiaevents@economist.com.

About Economist Impact

Economist Impact empowers businesses, governments and foundations to catalyse change and enable progress. Uniting the expertise The Economist Group is known for under a single brand, Economist Impact brings together policy research and insights, data visualisation, custom storytelling, events and media. Economist Impact combines the rigour of a think tank with the creativity of a media brand, engaging an influential audience in the areas of sustainability, healthcare and new globalisation. Visit www.economistimpact.com for more information.

 

Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Students Shine at ASEAN-Malaysia Chairmanship 2025


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2025 – Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) (WMSKLI) proudly celebrates the outstanding performance of its students at the Tribuana Bangsawan Theatre Production, held at the Auditorium Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka in conjunction with the ASEAN-Malaysia Chairmanship 2025 recently.

Students showcasing their talent with an energetic stage performance that captivated the audience
Students showcasing their talent with an energetic stage performance that captivated the audience

A total of 64 talented students from the Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Dikir Barat Group, together with the school’s kompang ensemble, captivated the audience with a lively, spirited, and patriotic presentation. Their performance served as a cultural interlude, showcasing Malaysia’s rich heritage to distinguished guests and international delegates.

64 students from Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Dikir Barat Group represented the school in a special performance at the ASEAN -Malaysia Chairmanship 2025
64 students from Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Dikir Barat Group represented the school in a special performance at the ASEAN -Malaysia Chairmanship 2025

The kompang team welcomed guests with an energetic display, a culmination of three months of dedicated training. The Dikir Barat troupe, performed nine songs including beloved traditional pieces such as Wau Bulan, Karut Perlahan, Karut Laju, Karut Awe, and creative renditions like Upin Ipin and Jong-jong Inai.

The production concluded on a high note with a rousing performance of Tanggal 31, where the students proudly waved the Jalur Gemilang, accompanied by a vibrant fusion of modern music and Dikir Barat rhythms, igniting patriotic pride throughout the hall.

Behind this success was the tireless dedication of students who committed to daily practice sessions during lunch breaks and early Wednesday mornings, with three intensive weeks of rehearsals leading up to the event. Their achievement was made possible with the guidance from the school that provided valuable opportunities and mentorship.

This international platform not only showcased the students’ talent and teamwork, but also enriched their educational journey. Through the Bangsawan production, students gained exposure to the arts, including technical stage management, acting techniques, make-up, and the art of gurindam recitation: skills that complement their academic development, particularly in literature studies.

This remarkable achievement has elevated WMSKLI’s reputation internationally while nurturing students’ appreciation for culture, teamwork, and patriotism.

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Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International)

Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) (WMSKLI) is a Christian international school offering the globally recognised Cambridge curriculum from Year 7 to Year 11. Grounded in strong Methodist values, WMSKLI is committed to nurturing students in a holistic and disciplined environment that emphasises academic excellence, character development, extra – curricular achievements and community service. The school aims to develop global citizens who lead with integrity, compassion, and purpose.

BEYOND Expo Announces XIN Summit — A New China-Focused Tech Summit Launching in Shenzhen on November 15-16, 2025

A Strategic Platform Spotlighting China’s Next-Generation Innovators, Anchored by AI Hardware Ecosystem and Frontier Technologies

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BEYOND Expo, Asia’s largest innovation and tech ecosystem event, is proud to announce the launch of XIN Summit powered by BEYOND Expo, a new China-focused edition set to debut in Nanshan, Shenzhen on November 15-16, 2025.

BEYOND Expo, Asia’s largest innovation and tech ecosystem event, announced the launch of XIN Summit powered by BEYOND Expo.
BEYOND Expo, Asia’s largest innovation and tech ecosystem event, announced the launch of XIN Summit powered by BEYOND Expo.

This year’s summit centers on the AI Hardware Ecosystem and Frontier Technologies, spotlighting breakthroughs in smart systems, intelligent devices, and advanced infrastructure — reflecting China’s growing leadership in deep-tech innovation and the Greater Bay Area’s unique strength in hardware manufacturing and innovation clusters. In line with global trends and China’s emerging leadership, the theme underscores BEYOND Expo’s commitment to supporting deep-tech innovation and real-world impact.

“With BEYOND Expo marking its fifth anniversary this year, it’s time to go deeper,” said Dr. Lu Gang, Co-founder of BEYOND Expo. “AI hardware represents one of the most critical frontiers where China can lead globally — especially in the Greater Bay Area, which has a complete hardware supply chain and dense innovation clusters. XIN Summit is our way of accelerating that vision by connecting the tech ecosystem.”

Why “XIN”?

The name XIN stands for Xplore, Innovate, Network — the three pillars that define the summit’s vision and impact. In Chinese, “XIN” (新) also means “new”, symbolizing fresh thinking, bold ideas, and the dawn of a new generation of innovation emerging from China — a reflection of the summit’s commitment to uncovering what’s next in Greater Bay Area’s dynamic tech landscape.

Built for China, Connected to the World

Held over two days, XIN Summit will feature a tightly curated conference agenda with keynotes and fireside chats from top global and Chinese leaders, including technologists, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. The event expects to welcome over 5,000 attendees and 150 exhibitors, with a core focus on showcasing emerging startups and breakthrough technologies rooted in the China and GBA’s markets.

In advance of the official opening of XIN Summit, two exclusive, invitation-only events will be held on the afternoon of November 14 — Media Day and Party. Media Day will convene international media, key opinion leaders, and exhibiting companies to generate early visibility and set the agenda for coverage ahead of the summit. The Party will gather industry leaders in an exclusive setting designed to foster high-level networking and substantive dialogue.

During the XIN Summit, attendees will experience targeted investor-startup matchmaking, including curated sessions connecting global funds, corporations, and accelerators with China’s most promising early-stage ventures. The summit will also bring BEYOND Expo’s signature Fund at First Pitch (FAFP) to Shenzhen, offering immersive demos and interactive experiences that have become hallmarks of BEYOND Expo.

True to BEYOND Expo’s DNA, the energy won’t stop at the main stage. From high-impact networking and private roundtables to community socials and interactive activations, XIN Summit will preserve the signature “the fun continues” vibe of BEYOND Expo, blending serious innovation with meaningful connection — and a touch of fun.

“We’re not just creating another tech conference,” said Jason Ho, Co-founder of BEYOND Expo. “We’re building a dynamic launchpad — a place where China, especially the Greater Bay Area’s most promising innovators, can gain visibility, connect with capital, and access opportunities beyond their home market. Few global events offer this level of focus and depth when it comes to China.”

Strengthening China’s Innovation Links

XIN Summit will serve as a premier platform for cross-border collaboration rooted in China, connecting the country’s most promising startups with international partners, investors, and innovation hubs. By leveraging BEYOND Expo’s global network and its deep relationships within China’s tech ecosystem, the summit will foster partnerships that accelerate growth, enable technology exchange, and expand the international footprint of Chinese innovation.

Empowering Local Innovation

XIN Summit will partner with Nanshan District’s local innovation ecosystem, including its renowned startup competition program. This collaboration will see the competition winner featured at the summit, providing a high-profile platform to showcase talent and amplify visibility to national and international stakeholders.

A Platform That’s Already Proven

Over the past five years, BEYOND Expo has established itself as one of Asia’s most influential tech events, with its Macao flagship attracting 25,000 attendees and 800 exhibitors in 2025.

Looking Ahead

XIN Summit will launch in Shenzhen on November 15-16, 2025, followed by the return of BEYOND Expo’s flagship event in Macao from May 27–30, 2026. Together, these two events will reinforce BEYOND Expo’s unique ability to connect markets, scale ideas, and drive innovation across Asia and beyond.

Further details on the venue, speakers, and agenda will be available on the official XIN Summit website: https://www.xinsummit.com/ 

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About BEYOND Expo

The BEYOND International Technology Innovation Expo (BEYOND Expo) is Asia’s leading annual technology event. Serving as a dynamic platform since 2021, BEYOND Expo not only showcases global technological innovations but also provides a unique opportunity to foster innovation upgrades across diverse industries and regions.

BEYOND Expo has attracted participation from Asia’s Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, unicorn companies, and emerging startups. Through a multifaceted approach involving expos, summits, and various activities, BEYOND Expo has successfully cultivated an innovative ecosystem, propelling collective development in the Asia-Pacific region and the global technology innovation industry. www.beyondexpo.com

About XIN Summit

The XIN Summit, powered by BEYOND Expo — Asia’s largest tech and innovation ecosystem event — will debut on November 15–16, 2025, in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District. Derived from “Xplore, Innovate, Network” and the Chinese word for “new” (新), XIN embodies discovery, creativity, and renewal within China’s fast-evolving tech landscape.

What sets XIN Summit apart is its global connectivity. Designed for China but connected to the world, the summit brings together leading entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and policymakers through curated exhibitions, high-level forums, investor matchmaking, and cross-border collaboration programs. By combining China’s innovation power with international perspectives, XIN Summit aims to accelerate emerging ventures, amplify market opportunities, and foster meaningful partnerships driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs. This year’s summit centers on the AI hardware ecosystem and frontier technologies, showcasing breakthroughs in smart systems, intelligent devices, and advanced infrastructure etc. that signal China’s growing leadership in deep-tech innovation.
www.xinsummit.com

 

 

Appier Announces Full Product Line Infused with Agentic AI, Ushering in a New Era of ROI Driven Marketing Solutions

Reshaping the Marketing Ecosystem with Autonomous, Adaptive and Agentic AI

TAIPEI, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Appier (TSE: 4180), a leading AI native software company, today announced the infusion of Agentic AI across its entire product portfolio and the launch of eight purpose built AI Agents. Designed to help advertisers and marketers deliver predictable ROI, the new suite redefines how data and AI power every stage of the customer journey. Unlike one off task automation, Appier’s Agents combine predictive insights with industry best practices to coordinate end to end actions, accelerating time to ROI and driving measurable business impact.

Built on its vision of “One Data. One Experience. One Agentic World,” Appier outlined the roadmap for its AI Agents. The new framework reimagines how data is collected and activated, instantly connecting, unifying and operationalizing fragmented datasets to surface real time market shifts and enable autonomous, adaptive and intelligent omnichannel marketing. With AI Agents, brands gain a 24/7 autonomous marketing partner that supports teams from strategy through execution, helping them overcome legacy constraints and make clearer, more confident decisions.

Appier’s eight upgraded AI Agents span three product lines: Advertising Cloud (Coding Agent, Director Agent, ROI Agent), Personalization Cloud (Sales Agent, Campaign Agent, Service Agent), and Data Cloud (Audience Agent, Insight Agent). Built with deep industry expertise, these Agents train on each brand’s proprietary knowledge to create predictive models that turn data into predictable revenue and returns. Paired with 24/7 self learning and automated optimization, they deliver hyper personalized engagement at scale. As these Agents interconnect, enterprises can establish seamless agentic workflows that further improve precision and efficiency while amplifying business outcomes.

“The essence of Agentic AI is turning goals into executable, autonomous applications and workflows,” said Chih-Han Yu, Co-founder and CEO of Appier. “Backed by more than a decade of proven experience in AI and martech, Appier orchestrates specialized AI Agents into an end to end agentic ecosystem. This intelligent marketing network acts like a highly collaborative team that adapts in real time to handle growing marketing complexity and deliver sustainable impact and revenue.”

Appier’s Eight Dedicated AI Agents Accelerate the Transformation of AI into ROI

With eight interconnected Agents across the customer journey, marketing teams can plan smarter, act faster and capture every touchpoint to engage consumers.

  • Coding Agent — Auto generates playable ads and interactive videos that showcase core features through gamified experiences, driving higher conversions and installs.
  • Director Agent — Combines LLMs with GenAI to produce ad creatives, brand videos and interactive assets while enforcing brand style and compliance requirements.
  • ROI Agent — Automates incrementality testing through Media-Mix Modeling, instantly uncovering causal relationships between ad formats, creative types, and placements. This enables marketers to maximize incremental impact and drive revenue growth.
  • Campaign Agent — Automates campaigns end to end, learning and optimizing from planning through execution with industry expertise and brand data.
  • Sales Agent — A 24/7 digital salesperson that uses conversational interactions to uncover purchase intent, recommend products and drive conversions and order value.
  • Service Agent — Provides real time, always on customer support grounded in the brand’s knowledge base to strengthen retention, deepen engagement and build loyalty.
  • Audience Agent — Unlocks new revenue opportunities by leveraging predictive segmentation to architect the most profitable audience strategies.
  • Insight Agent — Transforms data into real time, visual insights to help brands break through growth bottlenecks, chart the optimal growth path and empower all other Agents.

With granular data expertise, Appier enables highly personalized marketing and adapts sales and service strategies to new opportunities. Its conversational platform and cross channel tools surface user intent and context, allowing marketers to design triggers that drive action. At the core, Appier’s Data Quality Booster automatically de duplicates, corrects and enriches key fields, sharpening audience accuracy and providing a reliable foundation for decision making.

Appier leverages world class AI, cross regional data advantages, proprietary algorithms and deep industry expertise to build strong competitive moats. Serving enterprises in multiple markets and across brand scales, Appier combines leading R&D, global reach and local services to help businesses connect more deeply with consumers and achieve results. Its eight AI Agents are rolling out in phases across markets, supporting English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. With agentic AI capabilities, a comprehensive suite and flexible pricing, Appier enables companies of all sizes to achieve their goals.

Appier also plans a series of marketing initiatives across global markets to debut its eight AI Agents, showcasing end to end autonomous operations and workflows. Customers can select the best fit Agent for each use case, from creative generation, segmented marketing, campaign operations, omnichannel sales, customer service and audience analytics, to deliver a more efficient, proactive and optimized marketing experience. Visit the Appier website and follow Appier on LinkedIn for the latest updates.

Appier’s eight Agents designed for marketers across the entire customer journey
Appier’s eight Agents designed for marketers across the entire customer journey

About Appier
Appier (TSE: 4180) is an AI native SaaS company that empowers businesses to create value through cutting edge AdTech and MarTech solutions. Founded in 2012 with the vision of “Making AI Easy by Making Software Intelligent,” Appier helps businesses turn AI into ROI through its Ad Cloud, Personalization Cloud and Data Cloud—each powered by Agentic AI that enables autonomous, adaptive and real time decision making. Today, Appier operates 17 offices across APAC, the US and EMEA, and is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Learn more at www.appier.com.

Desay SV Celebrates Key Milestone in European Development with Spanish Intelligent Factory Structural Completion

LINARES, Spain, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On September 19, 2025, Desay SV celebrated the structural completion of its intelligent factory at Linares, a joint project with the local government. The milestone underscores a key step in the Desay SV European growth strategy. The ceremony brought together Linares Mayor Auxi del Olmo, senior local officials, Desay SV Chairman Gao Dapeng, and COO Ling Jianhui. Representatives from local businesses, partner SEAT, and regional media from Andalucía also joined to witness this important moment.

Desay SV Spanish Intelligent Factory
Desay SV Spanish Intelligent Factory

Desay SV COO Ling Jianhui
Desay SV COO Ling Jianhui

At the ceremony, Linares Mayor Auxi del Olmo congratulated Desay SV on the successful structural completion of the factory. She recognized Desay SV’s strong expertise and industry value in automotive intelligence, noting that the project will strengthen the local automotive supply chain, create new jobs, and enhance regional economic vitality. She emphasized that it also stands as a model of effective collaboration between government and enterprise.

Desay SV COO Ling Jianhui expressed gratitude to the guests in attendance. He underlined that the project is an important practice of the company’s European development concept: “In Europe, with Europe, for all.” He reaffirmed that Desay SV will advance the construction with high standards and contribute to the sustainable growth of the local industry.

Desay SV European development concept of “In Europe, with Europe, for all” underscores the company’s commitment to integrating deeply into the European industrial ecosystem through technological innovation and open collaboration. By working closely with local partners, the company aims to drive the transformation of the automotive industry and deliver higher-quality products and services to users worldwide. The ceremony and project were widely covered by leading media outlets in Andalucía, further strengthening Desay SV’s brand recognition and industry influence in Spain, and reinforcing its image as a leading mobility technology company.

Group Photo of Representatives from Desay SV and Linares Officials
Group Photo of Representatives from Desay SV and Linares Officials

The successful structural completion of the intelligent factory is attributed not only to the ongoing dedication of the project team but also to the trust and support of the local government, businesses, and customers. Looking ahead, Desay SV will continue to invest firmly in Europe supply chain development and deepen collaboration with partners and local government to support the growth of the automotive industry.

 

Asia’s Leading B2B Trade Show – the 33rd RX Huabo Shenzhen Gift Fair Returns Oct. 20-23, 2025 with 4,500+ Exhibitors

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 33rd China(Shenzhen) International Gifts and Home Products Fair (SZ Gift Fair), Asia’s leading B2B trade show for the gifts and home industry, will return October 20-23, 2025 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. Featuring over 4,500 exhibitors and 200,000 global buyers, the event provides a one-stop sourcing hub for design-driven, high-quality products.

Global Brands and Curated Imports Steal the Spotlight at the Fair

Debuting at the Fair, Panasonic is set to unveil personal care products that blend smart functionality with elegant design. Midea, the smart kitchen ecosystem leader, will showcase kitchen appliances designed to simplify meal preparation and introduce buyers to the most advanced on-site cooking products. Exhibitors from Japan and South Korea will exhibit curated homewares and specialty food, enabling buyers to source distinctive imported goods.

Factory-Direct Sourcing Across 30+ China’s Manufacturing Hubs

The Fair brings buyers face-to-face with China’s manufacturing clusters: drinkware from Yongkang, small appliances from Shunde, home textiles from Nantong and more. “With worldwide demand for customized, premium gifts growing, the SZ Gift Fair links international buyers directly to China’s leading manufacturers, helping them optimize supply chains and bring products to market faster,” said Helen Shen, Vice President of RX Huabo.

IP Products Meet Gen Z’s Demand for Personalization

Lofree has collaborated with Starbucks to launch playful keyboard & mouse sets tailored to Gen Z; renowned pet-toy brand GiGwi will bring co-branded toys featuring internationally recognized IPs. This year’s Fair will welcome licensing representatives from the Van Gogh Museum, the British Museum, and the Palace Museum, creating an important bridge between world‑renowned cultural institutions and professional manufacturers to encourage sourcing and collaborative product development.

About RX Huabo

With over 30 years of industry experience, RX Huabo has become the largest and most influential exhibition organizer in the Gift & Home sector in the Asia-Pacific region and is part of RX, the global leader in events and exhibitions. It organizes 16 professional B2B exhibitions at home and abroad each year, bringing together over 10,000 exhibitors and 1 million products to meet the purchasing needs of 3 million buyers. And through the online platform Limaotong, the new media matrix to build an omni-channel B2B online and offline trading platform to help quality suppliers, for millions of professional buyers to provide a year-round, efficient procurement platform.

Please visit www.rxhuabo.com.cn/en

Hong Kong Construction Association Launches Industry-First Best Practice Guideline for Carbon Smart Construction Site

Focusing on Site Decarbonisation and 36 Practical Measures to Help Contractors Achieve Carbon Neutrality


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2025 – The Hong Kong Construction Association (HKCA) today announced the launch of the “Best Practice Guideline for Carbon Smart Construction Site” (the “Guideline”). This industry-first practical guide focuses on decarbonisation, assisting contractors in formulating carbon reduction strategies and optimising relevant processes. The HKCA collaborated with the Business Environment Council Limited (BEC) to develop the Guideline, introducing a “4M1E” framework (Man, Machinery, Materials, Methods, and Environment) which categorises 36 smart low-carbon measures. With the support of the Development Bureau and the Environmental Protection Department, the Guideline provides a clear and sustainable development path for the industry, encouraging companies to implement them and collectively work towards the Government’s 2050 carbon neutrality target.

[Photo caption] From left Ir Simon Liu President of the HKCA and Mr Anthony Chan Honorary Secretary
[Photo caption] From left Ir Simon Liu President of the HKCA and Mr Anthony Chan Honorary Secretary

Globally, over 30% of carbon emissions are related to construction activities. In Hong Kong, some progress has been made in carbon reduction, with carbon emissions in 2020 being approximately one-fifth lower than 2005 levels. Facing the challenges of climate change, the HKSAR Government has set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 26% to 36% by 2030. As a key stakeholder in the local construction industry, the HKCA actively responds to this goal, promoting industry progress by launching the “Best Practice Guideline for Carbon Smart Construction Site” to help contractors adopt low-carbon technologies and operational methods, achieving a green transformation.

Ir. Simon Liu, President of the Hong Kong Construction Association, stated: “The HKCA has always been committed to promoting the sustainable development of the construction industry, and the newly launched guidelines are a concrete action reflecting our commitment to developing low-carbon sites. Reflecting the perspective of contractors, the guidelines provide practical low-carbon construction solutions, covering aspects such as construction processes and material selection. We are pleased that the Guideline have received active support from government departments such as the Development Bureau and the Environmental Protection Department, as well as various industry stakeholders. We hope that by sharing these strategies, we can encourage the industry to adopt innovative technologies and sustainable methods, contributing jointly to Hong Kong’s carbon neutrality target.”

The Guideline elaborates on the 36 smart low-carbon measures under the 4M1E framework, categorised by practicality, carbon reduction impact, and applicable project types, making it convenient for the industry to flexibly select measures based on their specific projects. The Guideline covers several key areas: in Manpower (Man), it encourages the use of digital management

platforms and Building Information Modelling (BIM) to optimise decision-making and processes; in Machinery, it promotes the application of electric construction machinery and temporary power supply, reducing reliance on traditional diesel generators; in Materials, it advocates the use of low-carbon concrete and recycled materials; in Methods, it introduces digital material management systems, prefabrication technology, and mixed reality platforms to enhance efficiency and reduce waste; and in Environment, it promotes the adoption of renewable energy systems and site wastewater recycling measures to reduce the impact on the surrounding environment.

Mr. Anthony Chan, Honorary Secretary of the Hong Kong Construction Association, added, “The Guideline is not merely a theoretical reference document, but a practical action guide. By collecting successful cases, we assigned ‘carbon reduction tokens’ to each measure based on its carbon reduction impact: high, medium, and low impact measures received 3, 2, and 1 token respectively. This quantitative method not only helps contractors understand the benefits of each measure but also provides an objective and fair basis for evaluation, effectively encouraging more industry companies to actively participate and put the smart carbon reduction measures in the Guideline into practice.”

To further promote and recognise the implementation of strategies from the guidelines, the HKCA has launched the Carbon Smart Construction Site Labelling Scheme. This scheme aims to commend sites that demonstrate outstanding performance in carbon reduction. The label scheme quantifies the carbon reduction impact of each measure according to the Guidelines and scores them with “carbon reduction tokens”: high-impact measures receive 3 tokens, medium-impact 2, and low-impact 1. A site must accumulate at least 15 carbon reduction tokens (approximately 20% of the total tokens) to be awarded the label. The scheme is applicable to civil engineering, foundation engineering, and building construction projects undertaken by HKCA members, with one application per site. Sites awarded the label will receive one year of recognition and will be reviewed annually to ensure their continued compliance with carbon smart practice standards.

The ” Best Practice Guideline for Carbon Smart Construction Site ” is now available for free download on the Hong Kong Construction Association website. Additionally, the Carbon Smart Construction Site Labelling Scheme will begin accepting applications from today, with a rigorous approval process. Applicants must submit relevant information, which will undergo preliminary review by the HKCA Secretariat before being submitted to an independent judging panel comprising representatives from HKCA, the Development Bureau, the Environmental Protection Department, and third-party consultants for evaluation and final decision on label conferment. The HKCA invites all contractors to actively respond, understand, and adopt smart carbon reduction measures, injecting new impetus into the green transformation of Hong Kong’s construction industry and building a sustainable future together.

For more details, please contact the HKCA Secretariat or visit the website https://hkcacarbonsmart.com/

Hashtag: #HongKongConstructionAssociation

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From Keynotes to Awards: SKYWORTH PV Leading the Solar Revolution in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing solar markets, the Philippines is playing an increasingly vital role in the region’s clean energy transition. On September 18, more than 100 industry leaders, innovators, and professionals gathered at the Sheraton Manila Bay for The Solar Week Philippines 2025 to exchange insights and explore pathways toward a sustainable energy future.

For SKYWORTH PV, the event was an opportunity not only to present our story and solutions but also to join strategic dialogues shaping the Philippine market—while celebrating a milestone recognition for our contributions to the solar industry.

Sharing Our Story and Solutions

Our Global Sales Director, Mr. Wei Yan, delivered a keynote speech tracing the growth journey of SKYWORTH Group and SKYWORTH PV. He highlighted how SKYWORTH, drawing on its heritage in smart manufacturing, has strategically expanded into the renewable energy sector to provide integrated and future-ready energy solutions.

He presented our products, including high-efficiency solar modules, inverters, energy storage systems, and mounting system. Together, these solutions enable us to serve a wide range of residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications with reliability and performance.

Mr. Yan also shared our global track record, with over 25 GW of cumulative installations worldwide, showcasing the trust SKYWORTH PV has earned across international markets. Through project case studies, he demonstrated how our technologies are delivering tangible value—lowering energy costs, strengthening grid resilience, and empowering communities to embrace clean energy.

This keynote not only showcased our innovation but also reaffirmed SKYWORTH PV’s mission to drive the global energy transition with sustainable, reliable, and scalable solutions.

Engaging in Industry Dialogue

Our Country Manager, Mr. Ley Hua, contributed his insights during Panel Discussion 2: Innovations in Solar Technology, Grid Integration, and Energy Storage. He highlighted how the Philippines is embracing cutting-edge solar technologies to overcome local challenges and scale clean energy deployment.

Mr. Ley pointed out that high-efficiency bifacial modules and floating solar systems are opening new opportunities—maximizing energy output per square meter while preserving valuable land. He emphasized that advanced energy storage systems, like the 4,500 MWh Meralco Terra Solar Project, play a crucial role in stabilizing solar power, smoothing out fluctuations, and ensuring a reliable, flexible supply.

He also underlined the importance of AI-driven smart grids for integrating solar into the national network efficiently, enabling higher renewable penetration without compromising grid stability. According to him, combining smart modules, storage, and intelligent energy management transforms solar from an intermittent resource into a predictable, dependable energy source.

Finally, Mr. Ley shared that these innovations—high-efficiency panels, storage solutions, smart grids, and floating PV—are key to addressing geographic and climatic constraints, supporting cost-effective clean energy, and moving the Philippines closer to its 35% renewable energy target by 2030. His insights reinforced SKYWORTH PV’s role in delivering practical, scalable solutions that meet both market demands and sustainability goals.

Recognized for Excellence

A highlight of the event was SKYWORTH PV being awarded “Solar Company of the Year: Inverter.” This honor reflects our leadership in inverter technology and our ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable solutions that support the clean energy transition worldwide.

From keynote presentations and thought leadership dialogues to industry recognition, SKYWORTH PV’s participation at The Solar Week Philippines 2025 showcased our role as both a technology provider and a sustainability partner. With a global vision and strong local presence, we will continue to empower communities and drive innovation toward a brighter, carbon-neutral future.