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Apical Awarded ESGBusiness Award for Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – Apical was awarded the Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership Award – Singapore at the ESGBusiness Awards 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The honour recognises Apical’s leadership in building a responsible, deforestation-free palm oil sourcing model that supports inclusive growth across its value chain.

The award highlights Apical2030, the company’s long-term sustainability strategy, built on four pillars: Transformative Partnerships, Climate Action, Green Innovation, and Inclusive Progress. Guided by Apical’s “5Cs” philosophy of doing good for the Community, Country, Climate, Customer, and Company, the strategy aligns with nine United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

“This award underscores Apical’s commitment to a fully traceable, responsible supply chain that delivers shared value for our partners and the communities where we operate,” said Tor Mooi See, Head of Sustainability at Apical. “Guided by our Apical2030, we work closely with our suppliers and industry stakeholders to advance lasting, deforestation-free growth.”

The ESGBusiness Awards celebrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence across Asia. Winners are evaluated on three key criteria:

  • Innovation – how a project introduces new ideas or technology
  • Impact – the measurable environmental and social benefits achieved
  • Dynamism – the ability to adjust to changing conditions and inspire replication

Apical impressed judges on all three fronts. The company requires every supplier to follow its Sustainability, Human Rights, and Sourcing policies, which are regularly updated to meet evolving best practices. Through its A-SIMPLE risk-assessment process, Apical identifies environmental, social, and legal risks and works directly with suppliers to resolve them.

To strengthen compliance with traceability and its No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE) requirements, Apical runs key initiatives such as the Mill Prioritisation Programme, Priority Supplier Engagement Programme, and Traceability Outreach Programme. It also co-developed the NDPE Implementation Reporting Framework, which is now widely adopted across the industry to improve monitoring and accountability.

Beyond its own operations, Apical partners with leading certification bodies and industry groups to advance sector-wide sustainability standards. These include the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), and the Palm Oil Collaboration Group (POCG).

Apical also invests in smallholder empowerment. Its SMILE programme – created with Kao Corporation and Asian Agri – supports 5,000 independent smallholders in North Sumatra, Riau, and Jambi with training in sustainable farming and reduced herbicide use. Meanwhile, Sustainable Living Village initiatives in Aceh Singkil and East Kutai promote alternative livelihoods such as honey and cacao cultivation alongside forest conservation.

“While Apical welcomes this recognition, our commitment to sustainability is driven foremost by a pursuit of continuous improvement. We view external awards not as endpoints, but as affirmation of progress, motivating us to further strengthen policies and practices across the supply chain to meet rising environmental and social expectations,” said Tor.
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About Apical

Apical is a leading vegetable oil processor with an expanding global footprint. Our vertically integrated mid-stream refining and value-added downstream processing makes us an integral supplier that supports the needs of various industries namely food, feed, oleochemicals and renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) which enables a great reduction of CO2 emissions.

With integrated assets in strategic locations spanning Indonesia, China and Spain, Apical operates numerous refineries, oleochemical plants, renewable fuel plants and kernel crushing plants. Through joint ventures and strategic partnerships, Apical also has processing and distribution operations in Brazil, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Middle East, Africa, USA and Vietnam.

Apical’s growth is built on the foundations of sustainability and transparency, and motivated by our strong belief that we can contribute to a circular economy for a more meaningful impact, even as we continue to grow our business and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

SIBUR Develops Own Components for Polymer Production for Automotive Industry

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MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – SIBUR, Russia’s largest producer of modern synthetic materials, has developed its own grades of polyols, key organic compounds in the production of polyurethane foam for the automotive industry.

Together with its partners, SIBUR has developed a polyurethane foam system for car seats based on its own polyether components, which provide elasticity, durability, and vibration absorption. Deliveries of this system to automotive component manufacturers began in spring 2025.

SIBUR is actively developing new solutions for the automotive industry — for example, replacing metal fuel tanks with polymer ones in buses. While creating new grades of materials for the Russian automotive industry, SIBUR also has the opportunity to offer them on the international market.

Over the past two years, SIBUR has created more than 30 new products and over 300 solutions for various industries — from medicine to automotive manufacturing and packaging. SIBUR specialists work in close contact with client companies, developing polymer solutions tailored to their needs in collaboration with finished product manufacturers.

New product grades and formulation solutions — including those using recycled polymers — are being developed through the company’s network of R&D centers in eight Russian cities. Last year, SIBUR opened a world-unique Technology Pilot Center in Tobolsk, which will enable the company to accelerate the development of its own catalysts and new polymer grades by up to 10 times.

This year, SIBUR began constructing its own catalyst production facility in Kazan. Catalysts are additives that affect the properties of polymers, such as strength, flexibility, and heat resistance. Having in-house catalyst production will enable SIBUR to establish a full innovation cycle — from laboratory research to industrial production of advanced synthetic materials.

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LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability

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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LRQA convened key voices from Vietnam’s food industry at its roundtable event, ‘Unlock the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability’, held in Ho Chi Minh City. The event served as a dynamic platform for collaboration, insight-sharing, and strategic thinking around the future of food safety, ESG assurance, and responsible sourcing.

LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability
LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability

With a packed room of industry professionals, the roundtable featured expert-led discussions and practical insights that aligned closely with LRQA’s mission to help businesses build trust, manage risk, and drive sustainable transformation.

The event’s core themes included:

  • FSSC 22000 Version 6 – Understanding the latest updates and global certification trends
  • Vietnam CSR Insights – Navigating Audit Trends, Violations & Legal Risks
  • Carbon Footprint – Prioritizing Carbon Footprint in the Food Sector
  • ERSA (Environmental and Responsible Sourcing Assessment) – Building transparency and trust across food supply chains

“It is a privilege to be here in Vietnam, a country that has become one of Asia’s most dynamic growth stories,” said Kit Wong, Business Director, Southeast Asia, LRQA. “At LRQA, our role is to help you manage risk, seize opportunities, and secure competitive advantage. From certification and cyber to sustainability and supply chains, we connect the dots to keep you one step ahead. And in Vietnam, the dots we need to connect are clear: food safety, sustainability, energy transition, and resilient supply chains.“

The event also featured contributions from Fotis Kampouris, Executive Vice President – Asia Pacific, LRQA, alongside local experts who shared actionable strategies for advancing food safety and sustainability in Vietnam.

Through this event, LRQA reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam’s food industry with assurance solutions that enable safer practices, stronger compliance, and long-term sustainable growth.

About LRQA

LRQA is a leading global assurance provider bringing together expertise in brand assurance, certification, cybersecurity, inspection, and training – to help its customers negotiate a rapidly changing world. Operating in more than 120 countries and recognised by over 30 accreditation bodies worldwide, LRQA covers almost every sector, helping customers around the world to manage risk.

For more details, visit https://www.lrqa.com/ 

For further information, please contact:

Hasan Surve
Regional Marketing Manager – APAC, LRQA
hasan.surve@lrqa.com 

 

AIPro Revolutionizes Public and Industrial Safety with “AI-BOX” — High-Precision Video Analytics Without CCTV Replacement

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AI deep learning company AIPro is drawing attention in the industrial and public safety sectors with its proprietary “AI-BOX” solution.

The technology enables high-precision video analytics using existing CCTV infrastructure — without equipment replacement — significantly reducing costs and improving on-site response efficiency. It presents a new paradigm for intelligent safety management.

Founded by a professor from Sungkyunkwan University’s Department of Computer Education, AI PRO is a deep learning venture specializing in AI vision analysis.

Through its in-house Intelligent Vision Research Center, the company develops various AI-based video recognition solutions, including object detection, fire/smoke detection, crowd analysis, night vision enhancement, and super-resolution (SR) technologies.

The company’s flagship product, AI-BOX, stands out for its compatibility with existing CCTV systems.

It performs advanced real-time video analytics — including object recognition, fire and smoke detection, and low-light visibility enhancement — without the need to replace existing cameras, drastically lowering installation and operational costs.

By applying low-power AI architecture, AI PRO minimizes energy consumption while maintaining high performance, aligning with the Korean government’s eco-friendly and smart safety initiatives.

The technology has already proven its effectiveness through real-world deployments, including a pilot project at Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), a fire detection contract with the Korea Asset Management Corporation (KAMCO), and selection as an innovative procurement product by the Public Procurement Service (PPS).

AIPro showcased the latest features of AI-BOX at the 2025 Korea International Safety & Security Expo (KINTEX, September) and the 2025 International Security Industry Exhibition (Songdo Convensia, October).

The company plans to accelerate business expansion in the public safety market and continue developing AI-driven solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across industries.

KW Cosmetic Launches “Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule” — Strengthening Its Derma Line for Problem Skin

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — K-beauty brand SkinGuhari, operated by KW Cosmetic, has officially launched its new product, the “Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule,” while renewing its flagship “Revive Therapy” skincare line.

Guided by the brand philosophy “The beginning of salvation toward perfect skin,” SkinGuhari focuses on developing low-irritation formulas designed for acne-prone, sensitive, and atopic skin.

The new Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule contains Centella Asiatica extract, Campanula callus extract, and a 3GF complex (EGF, IGF-1, bFGF), offering intensive soothing, regeneration, and scar-improving benefits.

Meanwhile, the renewed Revive Therapy line features plant-derived PDRN extracted from Icheon rice, combined with patented ingredients to enhance skin barrier strength, hydration, and calming effects.

KW Cosmetic has secured official product approvals in Japan and Vietnam, and is expanding its global presence through participation in major beauty exhibitions and live commerce platforms such as Naver Shopping Live, Grip, and Shopee Live.

A KW Cosmetic spokesperson said, “Our goal is to become a genuine solution brand that helps people struggling with skin concerns by restoring the skin’s natural strength and balance.”

STWO Launches New Functional Cosmeceutical and Health Supplement Lines — “Democratizing Professional Quality”

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Innovative beauty and wellness company STWO Co., Ltd. has announced a major brand renewal and product expansion, unveiling new lines of functional cosmeceuticals and premium health supplements. With these launches, STWO aims to make “professional-grade quality” accessible to everyday consumers through high-performance products at reasonable prices.

More than just a beauty brand, STWO is a comprehensive brand company that oversees research, manufacturing, distribution, and global trade. Guided by its core philosophy of “Essential Value,” the company focuses on developing “Why Needs” products — solutions designed not merely for consumption, but to meaningfully improve consumers’ quality of life.

At the heart of this launch is the “High-Performance” skincare line, specifically formulated for sensitive and troubled skin. The lineup begins with two spicule-based cleansing foams that target skin concerns, followed by mists, serums, ampoules, and modeling masks, completing a seven-product “True Solution” series designed for comprehensive skin care.

In the healthcare category, STWO will introduce a premium probiotic supplement co-developed with Boryung Pharmaceutical, a leader in Korea’s pharmaceutical industry. This product is designed to enhance both inner beauty and gut health, providing a wellness solution tailored to the balanced lifestyle of Asian consumers.

Through this renewal, STWO has broadened accessibility to professional-grade products. Previously available mainly in esthetic clinics and skincare centers, its products will now be offered directly to consumers through a more affordable pricing structure and expanded retail channels.

In several Southeast Asian markets, STWO products have already gained recognition and are even available in select pharmacies, signaling strong momentum for global expansion.

A spokesperson for STWO commented, “This launch marks the beginning of our mission to ‘democratize quality.’ We’re committed to delivering premium care solutions that seamlessly integrate into consumers’ daily routines through customer-driven research and innovation.”

Looking ahead, STWO plans to continue introducing lifestyle-focused solutions that balance premium quality and fair pricing. The company also intends to allocate a portion of its profits to corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and product sponsorship programs, helping more consumers experience the benefits of premium skincare and health solutions. Through these efforts, STWO aims to grow as a “Value-Sharing Company” that promotes sustainable well-being across Asia and beyond.

MetaComp and First Digital Sign Strategic Cooperation to Integrate FDUSD into StableX, Advancing Real-World Cross-Border Payments and Compliant Digital Asset Solutions

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a significant move to bridge traditional and digital finance, MetaComp Pte Ltd (MetaComp),  a leading licensed cross-border payment and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS),  has entered into a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation with First Digital Group Limited (First Digital), a Gibraltar-registered company specializing in the issuance of the fiat-backed stablecoin First Digital USD (FDUSD) and trust and custody services. This collaboration aims to accelerate FDUSD adoption for cross-border payments, digital wealth management, and Web3 trading applications.

FDUSD available through MetaComp’s StableX — a programmable FX and cross-border payment infrastructure platform
FDUSD available through MetaComp’s StableX — a programmable FX and cross-border payment infrastructure platform

This partnership reflects the shared vision of both companies to create a seamless, blockchain-powered infrastructure that supports multi-jurisdictional value transfer, expands accessibility across traditional and crypto assets, and drives the real-world use of stablecoins in global commerce for payments and wealth management.

Under this collaboration, MetaComp will integrate FDUSD into its programmable FX and cross-border infrastructure platform, StableX, providing institutional access for over-the-counter (OTC) solution and compliant cross-border payment across key corridors, including Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, and South America. These high-growth regions are seeing increasing demand for blockchain-enabled payment infrastructure for trade, remittances and digital finance. 

This integration will allow clients to convert non-USD fiat currencies to and from FDUSD seamlessly, broadening access for individual and institutional users seeking secure and efficient cross-border fund movements, with compliance as its core.

Beyond payments, the partnership will strengthen compliance efforts around anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) for stablecoin transactions through MetaComp’s VisionX Engine  – an institutional-grade KYC & KYT tool that integrates multiple on-chain Web 3.0 KYT analysis tools with enhanced risk measurement algorithms and leading Web2.0 KYC tools to deliver a secure and reliable Web 2.5 transaction monitoring. It will also collaborate on treasury management and block-chain enabled FX trades with non-USD stablecoins, supported by MetaComp’s affiliated company, Alpha Ladder Finance Pte Ltd.

“This collaboration is a step forward in unleashing the potential of stablecoins in the real economy,” said Tin Pei Ling, Co-President of MetaComp. “By integrating FDUSD into our ecosystem, we are unlocking greater ability to move value across borders faster, more affordably and interoperably, while in compliance with regulatory standards.”

“We are proud to partner with MetaComp to bring FDUSD to life in high-impact markets,” said Vincent Chok, Founder and Group CEO, First Digital. “Our shared goal is to build an inclusive financial bridge that supports real-world payments and asset management for users navigating both traditional and decentralised economies.”

The rollout of FDUSD integration into StableX will begin with corridors across Southeast Asia and Africa, where the partners have strong existing ecosystem, before expanding to additional markets. Both firms remain committed to regulatory engagement, operational integrity, and user-centric innovation in delivering compliant and scalable digital asset solutions for the global market.

About First Digital

First Digital’s mission is to empower financial fluidity in a digital-first world. This is achieved through open finance solutions with a compliance-first, high-transparency approach, enabling the creation of world-class Fintech and Regtech products and services.

FDUSD is a stablecoin redeemable for the US dollar, designed to support diverse trading access, and payment use cases in decentralised finance, extending beyond on-exchange trading to real-world applications.

FDUSD is not intended for use by U.S. individuals or entities. Minting and redemption services are not offered to persons located in the United States or acting on behalf of U.S. persons. To learn more about FDUSD, visit www.firstdigitallabs.com

About MetaComp

MetaComp is a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act 2019. Operating on a P2B2C (platform-to-business/partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp empowers institutions, payment service providers, fintechs, and global enterprises to navigate the evolving cross-border payments and the digital asset economy with confidence.

With a strong emphasis on compliance, security, and institutional-grade infrastructure, MetaComp delivers an end-to-end suite of digital finance solutions — including OTC and exchange trading, fiat payment rails, regulated digital asset custody, and prime brokerage services. MetaComp is a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Finance Pte. Ltd., a MAS-licensed Capital Markets Services (CMS) licensee and Recognised Market Operator (RMO).

Through its proprietary Client Asset Management Platform (CAMP), MetaComp provides a secure, integrated environment that bridges traditional finance with digital assets.

MetaComp’s latest innovation, StableX, is a next-generation cross-border FX and liquidity routing infrastructure designed to simplify and accelerate global fund flows. Powered by stablecoins and USD, StableX intelligently optimises multi-currency conversions and settlements, enabling faster, more cost-effective, and highly competitive cross-border transactions. As the FX layer within CAMP, StableX combines the programmability of digital assets with the reliability of regulated infrastructure, delivering a scalable, compliant and seamless ecosystem for the future of global finance.

To learn more about MetaComp and its regulated infrastructure and solutions, visit www.mce.sg

Otis Helps Cambodia’s Techo International Airport Prepare for Future

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  • Otis solutions help establish new airport’s role as a major transport hub 
  • Phase 1 will accommodate 13 million passengers a year

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Otis elevators and escalators are helping move passengers safely and seamlessly through Cambodia’s new international airport which was officially inaugurated this week. Otis Worldwide Corporation  (NYSE: OTIS) is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.

Techo International Airport
Techo International Airport

“Otis is honored to support Cambodia in expanding its aviation infrastructure to boost global connectivity and economic growth,” said Nicolas Lopez, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Southeast Asia, Otis. “This world-class airport has been designed to deliver a superior passenger experience, with safe, reliable and efficient mobility solutions provided by Otis to complement the building’s traditional aesthetics.”

With world-class project management expertise and advanced solutions, Otis is a partner in many of the world’s most significant airport projects, including the newly extended Terminal 2 at Incheon International Airport in Korea, which included designing and installing the longest continuous walkways in Asia.

What Otis elevators and escalators are used at Techo International Airport?

Otis has provided 118 units in total:

  • 52 Gen2™ elevator systems, which feature machine room-less and gearless technology, powered by Otis ReGen™ regenerative drive systems that enable elevators to convert excess energy into electricity 
  • 36 515NPE escalators and 30 moving walkways which are heavy-duty units designed for high-traffic areas

Techo International Airport is being developed in three phases by the Royal Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia and Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC). The airport will manage up to 13 million passengers in Phase 1, 30 million passengers in Phase 2 and 50 million passengers in Phase 3.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.4 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 72,000 people strong, including 44,000 field professionals, all committed to manufacturing, installing and maintaining products to meet the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

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