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Agoda and Busan City Sign MOU to Drive Tourism Growth

SINGAPORE, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda and Busan City have formed a strategic partnership to promote tourism and support tourism-related initiatives. With the recent signing of a two-year memorandum of understanding (MOU), Busan and Agoda will collaborate to build on Busan’s rising appeal as an international destination.

Agoda and Busan City MOU 2025
Agoda and Busan City MOU 2025

The collaboration marks the first partnership between Agoda and a local government in Korea. Through this partnership, Busan City and Agoda will cooperate to develop activation strategies and marketing campaigns by leveraging Agoda’s media solutions. With the aim of stimulating tourism, initiatives will include online content competition designed to highlight Busan’s attractions.

Busan is a globally recognized city known for its vibrant attractions, including world-famous beaches like Haeundae and Gwangalli, a dazzling skyline, and unique cultural sites such as Jagalchi Market, Gukje Market, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae, and Gamcheon Culture Village. The city offers year-round marine leisure and festival experiences—yachting, surfing, and major events like the Busan International Film Festival and Fireworks Festival. Busan is also emerging as a culinary hotspot, with numerous Michelin Guide selections and local favorites like pork soup, fish cakes, milmyeon, and ssiat hotteok, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers and travelers alike.

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda shared, “Thanks to Agoda’s global reach and unrivalled marketing insights, we aim to showcase Busan’s exceptional tourism assets to travelers across the globe. By partnering with Busan City, we aim to accelerate Busan’s move from a domestic favorite to a trending international destination.”
 
The partnership not only highlights the shared vision to position Busan as a global destination but also demonstrates commitment to fostering innovation and mutual growth. By combining Busan’s unique local offerings with Agoda’s technological expertise and international network, the collaboration aims to make the city even more attractive to overseas travelers.

Busan Mayor Mr. Park Heong-joon added, “Partnering with Agoda will help international tourists easily discover and experience Busan’s rich cultural and hidden gems. We will pursue cooperation not only through Agoda’s media solutions but also by leveraging Agoda’s global reach and marketing power.”
  
Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. It continues to provide travelers the flexibility to plan and book their trips seamlessly.

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

Kinetic OLED Installation Showcases Company’s Vision for the Future of Immersive Display Technology

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) reaffirmed its leadership in OLED innovation with a breathtaking installation at APEC 2025 in Gyeongju, South Korea. LG showcased a kinetic media chandelier composed of 28 transparent 77-inch LG SIGNATURE OLED T TVs, mesmerizing global leaders and delegates from around the Asia-Pacific region.

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS
LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

First unveiled at CES 2025, the OLED chandelier returns to APEC 2025 with the pinnacle of visual storytelling made possible with transparent LG OLED TVs. The installation features the world’s first transparent and true wireless OLED TVs created into a technological splendor that is designed to be appreciated from every angle. Each panel gracefully moves – opening and closing like the petals of a kinetic sculpture – revealing LG OLED’s hallmark features of perfect black, vivid colors, and slim design. In sync with hanging lights, the screens transition fluidly between transparent and opaque modes, transforming the atmosphere with immersive visual sequences: interstellar showers, drifting clouds, underwater landscapes, and stained-glass finales.

Powered by LG’s True Wireless technology, the chandelier eliminates visible cables and delivers flawless 4K transmission without latency, blurring the line between display and artistic visualization.

The LG SIGNATURE OLED T demonstrates the versatility of OLED technology in immersive environments and reflects LG’s broader vision for OLED – transforming displays into premium, form-factor-free solutions that seamlessly integrate into everyday spaces. Also redefining home entertainment, the product has been recognized with major international design honors – including Red Dot, iF, and IDEA Awards – and was recently named Best of IFA and Best in Home Entertainment at IFA 2025, affirming its global acclaim.

APEC 2025 brings together leaders and innovators from 21 Asia-Pacific economies to foster inclusive growth and innovation. LG’s presence at this influential summit highlights its commitment to shaping the future of display technology and driving meaningful progress across industries.

About LG Electronics Media Entertainment Solution Company

The LG Media Entertainment Solution Company (MS) is a recognized innovator in televisions, audio, displays and smart TV platforms. The MS Company enhances the media entertainment experience with its OLED TVs, renowned for perfect black and perfect color, and premium LCD QNED TVs, all powered by the personalized webOS smart TV platform. The MS Company also offers Information Technology solutions (gaming monitors, business monitors, laptops, projectors, cloud devices and medical displays) as well as Signage solutions (Micro LED signage, digital signage, hospitality displays and signage software solutions) that are designed to maximize customers’ work efficiency and deliver strong value. For more news on LG, visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS
LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS
LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS
LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS
LG STUNS GLOBAL LEADERS AT APEC 2025 WITH A GRAND MEDIA CHANDELIER MADE OF TRANSPARENT OLED TVS

138th Canton Fair Exhibitors Respond to Global Consumer Trends with Sustainable and Design-Driven Innovations

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global consumers are placing a higher value on sustainability, personalization, and aesthetics in their daily lives. This has led to a growing demand for eco-friendly and thoughtfully designed household products. At Phase 2 of the 138th Canton Fair, exhibitors in the Household Items section are showcasing how Chinese manufacturers are adapting to these evolving preferences, bringing forward innovative solutions that blend environmental responsibility with modern design.

According to a senior sales representative from a long-time exhibitor, the Canton Fair remains an indispensable platform for global outreach, enabling companies to expand customer networks across more than 30 countries and regions. Each session, the fair continues to foster new business connections and strengthen existing partnerships, underscoring its role as a catalyst for international trade.

At this session, several exhibitors are introducing new eco-friendly household solutions. One exhibitor presented a biodegradable tableware collection made from agricultural byproducts such as sugarcane pulp, which naturally decomposes by more than 90% within a month. The series has earned multiple patents and international certifications for food safety. Another exhibitor focused on modular home storage systems crafted from recycled polypropylene (PP), designed with detachable components that enable a recycling rate of up to 95%. Recognized by global design institutions, the system exemplifies how sustainability and functionality can coexist seamlessly in modern living spaces.

Innovation also extends to home decor, where exhibitors are integrating artful design with practical value. Decorative frame and mirror producers are leveraging patented technologies, such as high-hardness color-shifting films and fluorescent anti-counterfeit coatings, to enhance both durability and visual appeal. A senior marketing executive explained that sustained investment in research and development ensures these products continue to meet the shifting preferences of global consumers. This year’s offerings include velvet-framed photo frames, DIY foldable storage units, and multifunctional mirrors that combine reflective and organizational features, reflecting a clear commitment to user-oriented design.

As the Canton Fair continues to connect global buyers with forward-thinking suppliers, the emphasis on sustainability, smart design, and user-centric innovation reflects a broader shift in China’s manufacturing landscape. Exhibitors are helping shape the future of everyday living by offering products that are functional, beautiful, and environmentally responsible.

To register the 138th Canton Fair, please click https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

HLB Mann Judd selects Platformed to automate IT General Controls testing for financial audits, reducing time to completion

Platformed’s AI Auditor ensures consistent and high-quality results for HLB Mann Judd across all IT aspects of financial audits, and enables the firm to offer additional IT audit services across multiple frameworks

Partnership signals new opportunities for efficiency across global auditing industry

LONDON, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Platformed, the AI auditor provider, today announced HLB Mann Judd, a leading Australian accountancy and audit network, has selected Platformed’s AI auditor to standardize its IT General Controls (ITGC) testing for statutory financial audits.

HLB Mann Judd firms have started using Platformed to support ASA 315* assessments as part of statutory audits for its clients, and is considering offering additional IT audit services to its clients across multiple frameworks in the future.

“Audits are not just about compliance – they deliver real insight and confidence for our clients. By working with Platformed, we can standardize ITGC testing across our network and give our auditors the tools to deliver consistent, high-quality results. This partnership strengthens our statutory audit work under ASA 315 and creates a foundation to expand into broader IT assurance services in the future, offering clients more value from a single trusted provider. Our team recognized the value of Platformed straight away during the trial phase and were eager to adopt it. Since then, they’ve built a strong working relationship with the Platformed team.” Jude Lau, Senior Partner, HLB Mann Judd

The HLB Mann Judd Australasian Association consists of 11 independent member firms and two representative firms, located in major cities and regional business centres in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. The firms’ specialists provide advice and services to a large and diversified client base that includes growing businesses, governments, not for profits and individuals.

“HLB Mann Judd’s decision to adopt Platformed underscores the growing importance of technology assurance in statutory audits. We’re proud to support HLB Mann Judd in delivering consistent, efficient, and high-quality audits – and in helping their clients unlock even greater value from assurance.” Henry Irish, CEO and Founder, Platformed

Platformed’s AI Auditor offering has been developed to enable audit firms to meet the increasing IT audit requirements of ISA 315, and its global and regional equivalents, and other frameworks with efficiency and precision. Platformed’s AI system discovers risks and assesses control compliance by mapping the client’s data and context, performing a preliminary assessment automatically. Auditors can review these insights, make necessary adjustments, and request additional data from clients when required, using collaborative workflow features. Reports generated by Platformed are easily integrated into auditors’ existing templates, while detailed evidence packs ensure comprehensive record-keeping for case management systems.

For more information, please visit: platformed.com

*Note: ASA 315 is the Australian equivalent of ISA 315

About Platformed

Platformed is an AI agent purpose-built for risk-based IT audits, including ISA 315 and its global equivalents. It automates data collection, client complexity classification, and control and risk assessments – identifying critical risks that impact financial reporting with greater speed and consistency.

By guiding auditors through a consistent audit process and generating detailed reports and evidence packs, Platformed revolutionizes the entire audit process. Trusted by firms like HLB Mann Judd and Menzies LLP, Platformed increases audit quality and consistency and enables firms to deliver more value to clients and unlock new revenue – all while boosting profitability through smarter, more scalable audits.

Media contacts:
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press@platformed.com 

 

Energy Demands Fuel Global Nuclear Revival, With 262 Small Modular Reactors to Be Deployed by 2040

LONDON, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rapid industrial electrification, green energy imperatives, skyrocketing data center deployments, and transmission and distribution grid capacity constraints are prompting energy stakeholders to adjust the energy mix in favor of nuclear power through Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). According to a new report from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, 262 SMRs will be deployed globally by 2040, representing an aggregated energy generation capacity of 42 gigawatts (GW). While significant momentum is not expected until 2030, strong growth is anticipated in the second half of the next decade.

“SMRs offer a wide range of benefits,” said Dominique Bonte, Vice President, End Markets and Verticals. “Their inherent upgradeability, flexibility, scalability, and rapid deployability make them suitable for a wider range of more granular, grid-based, and on-site deployment scenarios, such as data centers and industrial sites.”

SMRs provide clean, reliable, high-density, load-following energy sources within small security perimeters, reducing permitting complexity. Moreover, a new generation of SMR designs feature innovative fail-safe passive safety mechanisms and improved sustainability through nuclear waste recycling and optimized lifecycle management, both of which will be instrumental in establishing a more favorable public opinion.

The fledgling SMR ecosystem comprises both established companies such as Rolls Royce SMR and GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy, with a long tail of challengers and startups like X-energy, NuScale Power, Aalo Atomics, Holtec, Oklo, Moltex Energy, Stellaria, and Deep Atomic. It benefits from government support in countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as from a healthy investment climate, with startups like NuScale Power and Oklo having gone public and players like X-energy raising private funding from investors including Amazon.

The main barriers to SMR adoption include long regulatory approval cycles for new nuclear designs, as well as lengthy site permitting and environmental impact assessments. While regulators will hold the keys to SMR success, it’s unlikely that a timely alternative capable of meeting future clean energy demands will emerge, with fusion prospects still remote. For most governments, going ahead with SMRs will be very tempting and, in some cases, even unavoidable, to prevent economic slowdowns caused by energy constraints, particularly when it concerns powering the GW datacenters of the future.

These findings are from ABI Research’s Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) – Technologies, Applications, and Forecasts application analysis report, part of the company’s Smart Energy research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights. 

About ABI Research

ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology solution providers and end-market companies. We serve as the bridge that seamlessly connects these two segments by providing exclusive research and expert guidance to drive successful technology implementations and deliver strategies proven to attract and retain customers.

ABI Research是一家全球性的技术情报公司,拥有得天独厚的优势,充当终端市场公司和技术解决方案提供商之间的桥梁,通过提供独家研究和专业性指导,推动成功的技术实施和提供经证明可吸引和留住客户的战略,无缝连接这两大主体。

For more information about ABI Research’s services, contact us at +1.516.624.2500 in the Americas, +44.203.326.0140 in Europe, +65.6592.0290 in Asia-Pacific, or visit www.abiresearch.com.

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Onward Therapeutics Exercises Exclusive Option and Signs Worldwide License Agreement with Institut du Cancer de Montpellier for Novel Onco-Metabolism Program

EPALINGES, Switzerland, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Onward Therapeutics SA, a clinical stage oncology company, today announced that its French subsidiary, Onward Therapeutics France, has exercised its exclusive option and entered into a worldwide license agreement with Institut du Cancer de Montpellier (ICM), France, to further advance a breakthrough program in onco-metabolism.

This license agreement builds upon the exclusive collaboration and option agreement signed between Onward Therapeutics France and ICM, Inserm and Université de Montpellier in June 2021, under which the company provided research funding to support the discovery program at ICM. The successful progress achieved through this collaboration has led to the identification of  promising compounds  and the transition of the drug discovery program into Onward Therapeutics’ development pipeline. The program is currently in lead optimization, with the goal of nominating IND-enabling candidates next year.

The program, designated OT-S00X by Onward Therapeutics, is an innovative onco-metabolism project aimed at expanding therapeutic possibilities in cancer treatment. Proof-of-principle studies have demonstrated strong preclinical efficacy, and promising candidates from two distinct chemical series  have already been identified, and compounds with improved physico-chemical properties will be generated through artificial intelligence approaches.

“OT-S00X represents a breakthrough in targeting tumor onco-metabolism. Preclinical studies have shown that the efficacy of  these compounds strongly correlates with  a predictive biomarker of response across multiple tumor types, providing a clear rationale for this novel mechanism of action.” said Dr. Armand de Gramont, Chief Scientific Officer of Onward Therapeutics.”OT-S00X introduces a differentiated metabolic strategy that broadens our pipeline and primarily provides an innovative way to tackle cancer resistance,” added Dr Alain Herrera, President of Onward Therapeutics France and Chief Medical Officer of Onward Therapeutics.

“We are delighted to strengthen our collaboration with Onward Therapeutics,” said Prof. Marc Ychou, Directeur Général of ICM. “The innovative OT-S00X program, initially developed by our research teams together with Inserm and Université de Montpellier, demonstrates the potential of translational science to generate novel therapeutic strategies in oncology. It also highlights the international reach of ICM and the strength of the Montpellier MedVallée ecosystem in driving cancer innovation.”

About Onward Therapeutics 

Onward Therapeutics (www.onward-therapeutics.com) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. Led by a seasoned team in translational science and drug development, the company advances promising candidates through a fast-track development model. Its portfolio includes a bispecific antibody (OT-A201) licensed from Biomunex Pharmaceuticals, alongside an equity investment; and an allogeneic NK cell therapy (OT-C001) developed via its majority-owned subsidiary, Emercell. Beyond these lead clinical assets, the company is developing two first-in-class early development programs, including a small molecule in onco-metabolism (OT-S00X) and a multi-specific antibody platform (OT-A30X). The company operates in Epalinges, Paris, and Taipei.

 About Institut du Cancer Montpellier (ICM)

Founded in 1923, ICM is one of 18 French Comprehensive Cancer Centres dedicated to patient care, research, and innovation. A member of the Unicancer group and directed by Prof. Marc Ychou, ICM combines multidisciplinary patient management with cutting-edge research spanning from basic biology to clinical applications. Its research arm, the Institut de Recherche en Cancérologie de Montpellier (IRCM), co-managed with Inserm and Université de Montpellier, brings together over 200 researchers working closely with clinicians, and is recognized by the French National Cancer Institute as an Integrated Cancer Research Center (SIRIC).

Utility and Seongnam City Sign H2Gen® Hydrogen Demonstration and Certification Project

Groundbreaking “Frontier Korea” facility to advance economic industrial decarbonization and hydrogen innovation in one of the world’s leading clean energy markets

HOUSTON and SEONGNAM, South Korea, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Utility, the global economic industrial decarbonization company headquartered in the USA, who is currently commercializing its proprietary and proven H2Gen® technology platform, today announced it has signed a Project Agreement with the Seongnam Municipal Government of Korea at Seongnam City Hall to establish an H2Gen Demonstration and Certification plant at the Seongnam Water Reclamation Center.

Utility and Seongnam City Sign H2Gen® Hydrogen Demonstration and Certification Project
Utility and Seongnam City Sign H2Gen® Hydrogen Demonstration and Certification Project

Seongnam has long been a leader and innovator in circular economy and clean energy initiatives such as hydrogen. Seongnam will host the Project, known as the “Frontier Korea” facility, which is the first of its kind outside of the US.

The agreement represents a strategic initiative to support South Korea’s Hydrogen Economy Roadmap which prioritizes biogas and hydrogen as energy sources to achieve carbon neutrality and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels. The country is investing heavily in biogas projects, converting organic waste into clean energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance waste management.

Frontier Korea will see Utility build and operate a clean-carbon hydrogen production plant producing over 99.995% pure hydrogen (fuel-cell grade) and deliver hydrogen to the E1 hydrogen refueling station in Seongnam for use in fuel-cell buses, trucks, and cars. Korea has one of the most developed hydrogen-powered vehicle markets in the world, which Utility believes holds significant potential for its H2Gen technology. Through H2Gen, Utility electrochemically produces hydrogen from water without electricity, utilizing raw biogas energy from the anaerobic digestion of organic waste.

This Project will also verify H2Gen® hydrogen production technology in Korea by meeting Korea Gas Safety standards, paving the path for rapid expansion in Korea across multiple industry sectors. Korea is one of Utility’s key focus markets given the significant opportunities in the nation across biogas, steel, refining and chemicals, all target markets for Utility’s H2Gen technology. Utility also recently established a fully-owned subsidiary in Seongnam, Utility Korea LLC, and made a qualifying investment under the Foreign Investment Promotion Act (FIPA).

“This project marks an innovative step beyond the traditional role of wastewater treatment, establishing a foundation for clean energy,” adding, “It is expected to advance carbon neutrality, resource circulation, clean energy infrastructure, and international cooperation — thereby enhancing Seongnam City’s ESG values,” stated Lim Jong-cheol, Deputy Mayor of Seongnam Municipal Government. “Our collaboration with Utility represents a continued commitment towards these important objectives.”

On October 10, Utility started operations on its US-based Frontier Facility in Houston, Texas, where long duration runtimes with various feed gases and 24/7 operations will continue to show H2Gen®‘s versatility and wide applicability in economic industrial decarbonization. The Frontier Korea facility will be a near replica of this proven modular plant.

“Korea, a demonstrated leader in decarbonization, is a strategic priority for our company,” stated Parker Meeks, Chief Executive Officer and President of Utility. “We applaud the Seongnam Municipal Government, for its decision to join us on this important project, to enable our H2Gen® technology’s ability to deliver game-changing economic decarbonization in multiple industrial sectors in Korea, starting with heavy mobility.”

About Utility Global

Utility delivers practical solutions that drive economic industrial decarbonization across industries such as steel, mobility, refining, chemicals, and upstream oil & gas. The company’s breakthrough H2Gen® technology harnesses energy from industrial off-gases and biogases to produce application-specific high-purity, low-to-negative carbon intensity hydrogen on-site from water, without electricity, using its proprietary electrochemical process. H2Gen also produces a high-concentration carbon dioxide stream, which can eliminate or reduce the cost of carbon capture. H2Gen systems are modular, scalable, and operationally flexible, integrating seamlessly into existing hard-to-abate industrial assets with a record small footprint, enabling practical, economic decarbonization.

Utility is a portfolio company of Ara Partners, a global private equity and infrastructure firm that is decarbonizing the industrial economy.” For more information, visit www.utilityglobal.com.

About Ara Partners

Ara Partners is a global private equity and infrastructure investment firm focused on industrial decarbonization. Founded in 2017, Ara Partners seeks to build and scale companies with significant decarbonization impact across the industrial and manufacturing, chemicals and materials, energy efficiency and green fuels, and food and agriculture sectors. The company operates from offices in Houston, Boston, Washington D.C., and Dublin. Ara Partners closed its third private equity fund in December 2023 with over $2.8 billion in capital commitments. As of June 30, 2025, Ara Partners had approximately $6.6 billion of assets under management.

For more information about Ara Partners, please visit www.arapartners.com.

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Acclime Acquires Crowe Singapore to Create Regional Professional Services Powerhouse

SINGAPORE, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Acclime, a leading corporate services and advisory firm, today announced the acquisition of Crowe Singapore, one of Singapore’s top accounting and advisory practices. The combination marks a significant milestone in Acclime’s growth journey and reinforces its evolution to a full-service regional firm serving clients across Asia Pacific and the Middle East. With this acquisition, Acclime will become one of the largest professional services firms in Singapore.

Crowe Singapore brings deep local expertise in assurance, tax, and advisory together with Acclime’s regional leadership in corporate governance, compliance, accounting, and fund administration. With one unified offering, the combined organisation will serve a diverse and growing range of local clients, regional enterprises, multinationals, funds, and family offices with consistent service standards and coordinated expertise across all markets.

“This acquisition transforms our scale, capability, and client value proposition,” said Izzy Silva, Group CEO of Acclime. “Crowe Singapore is one of the most trusted names in the market, and together we’ve created a platform that fundamentally elevates what clients can expect from a regional partner: technical excellence, institutional-grade fund administration, and integrated solutions that work across borders. Our teams operate as one firm, ensuring that expertise and insights flow freely to benefit every client, wherever they operate.”

“Joining Acclime allows us to bring our clients into a broader ecosystem of expertise and innovation,” said Tan Kuang Hui, Managing Partner of Crowe Singapore. “We share a strong commitment to quality and client partnership and now have the scale and reach to deliver enhanced value both locally and regionally.”

This acquisition represents the latest in Acclime’s strategic shift toward high-value advisory services and fund administration. In recent years, Acclime has strengthened its advisory capabilities through targeted acquisitions of some of the top regional firms in Hong Kong SAR, Australia, and in New Zealand. Each acquisition has added specialized expertise, enabling Acclime to deliver sophisticated advisory solutions alongside its strong corporate services and accounting core. The addition of Crowe Singapore reflects Acclime’s continued commitment to building a firm that delivers exceptional service through enhanced on-the-ground market knowledge, regional coordination and international reach.

About Crowe Singapore

Crowe Singapore is an award-winning firm that leverages its core strengths in audit, advisory, tax, risk consulting, corporate services, outsourcing, fund administration and valuation to bring smart decisions that create lasting value for its clients. With a global reach, and a local expertise, Crowe Singapore is well positioned as a one-stop, integrated solutions provider of a full suite of professional services to a diverse and international clientele, including public-listed entities, multinational corporations, and financial institutions.

About Acclime

Acclime is a leading professional services firm providing integrated corporate services, fund administration, accounting, tax, and advisory solutions across Asia Pacific and the Middle East. With over 2,000 professionals operating as one unified firm across 18 markets, Acclime serves a diverse range of private clients, regional enterprises, multinationals, funds, and family offices. The firm combines deep market knowledge, cross-border expertise and industry leading tech-enablement to help clients navigate complex regulatory environments, scale their operations and achieve their strategic objectives at every stage of success.