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NOBU HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCES FIRST NOBU LUXURY SERVICED RESIDENCES AND RESTAURANT IN KUWAIT

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nobu Hospitality, the global lifestyle brand proudly announces its partnership with United Real Estate Company (URC), the real estate arm of KIPCO Group, and Dhaliliyah Company, to bring the first Nobu residences and restaurant to Kuwait at Hessah Plaza, a vibrant, walkable retail and dining destination within the Hessah District Project. The development will feature 90 exclusive luxury serviced residences, flexible meeting and event spaces, and a signature Nobu restaurant with sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf.

Kuwait's Hessah District
Kuwait’s Hessah District

Blending Nobu’s renowned sense of style, cuisine, and hospitality with the cultural richness of Kuwait, Nobu Residences Kuwait will offer residents and guests an unparalleled lifestyle experience and further positions Hessah Plaza as an ideal location for living, dining, shopping, and social experiences, and elevates Hessah District as a premier destination for luxury.

Commenting on the partnership, Sheikha Bibi Nasser Al-Sabah, Chairperson of URC, said: “Our partnership with Nobu Hospitality demonstrates URC’s ability to attract world-class international partners and highlights Kuwait’s growing appeal as a premier destination for investors and visitors.”

Al-Sabah added: “Our partnership with Dhaliliyah Engineering Consultants aims to attract leading and rapidly expanding global luxury hospitality brands, thereby reinforcing the State of Kuwait’s position as a premier regional hub for innovation and excellence.”

Her Royal Highness Dr. Nouf Bint Mohammed Bin Fahad Al Saud, founder of Dhaliliyah Company, commented on this partnership saying: “URC and Nobu are redefining Kuwait’s real estate and hospitality landscape—anchoring Hessah District as a premier destination for exclusive living, fine dining, and cultural experiences “

Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality, said: “We are excited to introduce Nobu Residences and Restaurant Kuwait, Kuwait has always been an important market for us, and we are thrilled to bring the Nobu lifestyle here for the first time, which not only expands our footprint in the Middle East but also brings the Nobu lifestyle to a vibrant new market. We are honored to partner with URC, whose forward-thinking vision and commitment to innovative and sustainable developments make them an ideal collaborator for this landmark project. This milestone partnership reinforces URC’s vision to deliver world-class developments and elevate Kuwait’s profile as a regional hub for luxury living and hospitality.“

KUWAIT CITY SKYLINE
KUWAIT CITY SKYLINE

 

 

DJI Enterprise Releases New White Paper on Automating Mining Workflows with DJI Docks

Features case studies on successful automation implementations for commercial mining operations at scale in Australia

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DJI Enterprise today released a new white paper, “Implementing an Automated Mining Workflow using DJI Dock: How to guide for successfully integrating the DJI Dock into your mining operations.” The report provides industry leaders in the commercial mining industry with a practical, field‑tested roadmap for transitioning from manual drone operations to a fully-automated drone program for BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) missions. By automating workflows, mine operations can conduct more frequent inspections to enable rapid decision-making, standardize data capture and reporting, and improve worker safety and efficiency across pits, plants, and infrastructure.

DJI Enterprise Releases New White Paper on Automating Mining Workflows with DJI Docks
DJI Enterprise Releases New White Paper on Automating Mining Workflows with DJI Docks

Best Practices for Implementing Automated Workflows

Globally, mining is a massive and growing industry, recording revenues in excess of US$3 trillion in 2023. Today, automation technologies are revolutionizing mining operations, leading to greater efficiency, safety, and sustainability. The white paper outlines the process for implementing an end‑to‑end automated mining workflow built on DJI’s drone-in-box enterprise solution, DJI Dock, and flight control software, FlightHub 2, including:

  • Automating End-to-End Workflows: The White Paper details how operators can use the DJI Dock to plan missions remotely, scheduling flights, and pilot the docked drones on‑demand. It also provides a step-by-step breakdown on how to automate data processing for existing photogrammetry software with FlightHub 2. For example, automated volumetric measurements of ore stockpile inventory can be conducted via geotechnical models.
  • Regulatory Navigation and Operational Infrastructure: The White Paper explains how to navigate regulatory requirements for scaling responsibility. This covers licensing pathways for requirements such as Remote Pilot License (RePL), BVLOS approvals, Outside Controlled Airspace (OCTA), Instrument Rating Examination (IREX), and Specific Operation Risk Assessment (SORA) based BVLOS approvals, Remote Operating Centre (ROC) certification and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design. It also outlines essential processes, including redundancy and fatigue management, emergency drills, and stakeholder engagement for complex airspace.

DJI Docks Drives Increase in Productivity for Mining Operations

By implementing an automated mining workflow using the DJI Dock, mining operations can achieve an increase in productivity when compared to manual drone flights and data processing. The improved efficiency is mainly due to the elimination of traveling to the inspection site, on-site staffing of drone pilots, and redundant photogrammy processing tasks. Tests found that the time required to capture and process a post-blast photogrammy survey fell from 1.2 hours to 30 minutes. With a single DJI Dock, remote pilots working eight hour shifts could perform approximately 150-200 flights (up to 50 flight hours) per month. Meanwhile, automated ground control points (GCP) markings further saved as much as 94% of time in data processing. This allowed for trigger-based data captures for If This Than That (IFTTT) processing and reporting when changes or objects were detected.

Automation Enhances Worker Safety in Mining Operations

Mine sites are inherently hazardous with operations involving large mobile machinery, open voids, blasting activities, and much more. Automated workflows enable operators to conduct more frequent inspections while working safely at a Remote Operations Center (ROC) — away from pit faces, blast zones, and tailing and hypersaline pipelines. Operationally, blast movements can be quickly analyzed for safer restarts with automated workflows. Likewise, repeatable surveys and inspections can be performed more frequently. When paired with intelligent analysis and alerts, operators can ensure assets and pipelines stay in working condition, environmental compliance requirements are met after rain events, and infrastructure development progresses properly.

Case Studies for Implementing Automated Mining Workflows at Scale

The White Paper features two case studies documenting the best practices of two Australian mining operations. At Rio Tinto’s Gudai‑Darri iron ore mine in the Pilbara region, the resilience of automated drone operations were demonstrated under extreme heat, dust, and cyclone‑prone conditions. Not only did this improve worker safety and operational efficiency, it also enabled data‑driven decision‑making through remotely monitored flights and automatic recharging. At the Paddington Operations in Kalgoorlie, the DJI Dock was used to conduct aerial surveys of post-blast muckpiles. With AI-driven modeling, operators could improve grade control, reduce ore dilution and lower processing costs by sending higher‑quality ore to the processing plant.

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United Imaging Healthcare Q3 2025 Results: In The First Three Quarters Of 2025, Overseas Revenue Up 42% YoY

SHANGHAI, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — United Imaging Healthcare (SSE: 688271), a global leader in advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, has released its financial results for the first three quarters of 2025, showcasing robust financial performance. During this period, the company’s revenue and net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders after deducting non-recurring profit, reached CNY 8.86 billion and 1.05 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 27.39% and 126.94%, respectively.

In Q3 2025, the company achieved revenue of CNY 2.84 billion, up 75.41% year on year, while net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders after deducting non-recurring profit of CNY 0.09 billion.

The company’s revenue growth was primarily fueled by the continuous launch of innovative high-end products, now widely recognized in the market, alongside the expansion in overseas markets and the growth of service revenue. In the first three quarters of 2025, overseas revenue reached CNY 1.9 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 41.97%, accounting for 22.50% of total revenue, respectively.

R&D investment continues to play a pivotal role in driving innovation. In the first three quarters of 2025, United Imaging Healthcare’s R&D investment reached CNY 1.86 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 13.48%. These investments fueled the launch of a series of new products, including uMR Ultra, uMI Panvivo, uAngio AVIVA. 

Notably, on September 29, 2025, China’s NMPA approved United Imaging’s new-generation 3T MRI, uMR Ultra. With FDA clearance and the CE mark already in place, uMR Ultra is officially opening the door to global clinical availability.

As of the date of this report, the company had introduced over 140 innovative products globally, of which 56 were cleared by the U.S. FDA through the 510(k) process and 64 were CE certified under MDR/MDD. United Imaging Healthcare now operates in more than 90 countries and regions.

Looking ahead, United Imaging Healthcare will continue to pursue innovation-driven development, meet global market needs, steadily expand its international presence, serve healthcare systems worldwide, and contribute to the sustainable advancement of human health.

PixVerse Joins UNU Global AI Network to Launch “AI for Good Academy”

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, the United Nations University Institute successfully hosted the Artificial Intelligence Conference. During the event, Generative AI video platform, PixVerse officially joined the United Nations University Global AI Network (UNU Global AI Network) and, together with the Network, launched the “AI for Good Academy.”

Founded in April 2024, the UNU Global AI Network has brought together more than 120 leading academic, industry, and policy institutions worldwide, promoting the application of AI technologies within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

As the platform committed to lowering the barriers to video creation and promoting the inclusive development of AI technology, PixVerse has long upheld the principle of “AI for Good.” Through initiatives such as the AI for Good Challenge, PixVerse encourages global users to participate in meaningful, positive AI-driven content creation.

At the AI for Good Global Summit 2025, PixVerse showcased its innovative AI video platform, which empowers creators around the world. The platform was recognized in the “Innovate for Impact Use case” collection and selected as an Outstanding Case in the Productivity category.

PixVerse enables cinematic-quality video creation through simple text prompts or photo uploads—no prior expertise required.  This innovation directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by enabling participation in the creator economy for individuals across different geographies, education levels, and income brackets. Currently, fewer than 10% of social media users in most countries actively create video content—a gap that PixVerse is helping to bridge.

Real-World Impact: From Hobbyists to Professionals

PixVerse’s inclusive power is evident in a variety of user success stories:

  • Brazilian creator @nerdsoul generated 210 million views and attracted 300,000 followers in just two months using PixVerse for character aging effects, later featured on Brazilian national TV.
  • Portuguese director João More (formerly a fashion professional) used PixVerse to create a 30-minute, fully AI-generated film, which was selected for the Fantasporto International Film Festival.
  • Ukrainian director Michael Heina produced a high-end perfume advertisement using the platform, showcasing its professional-grade capabilities.

PixVerse also launched the AI for Good Film Contest, inviting global users to create AI-generated videos centered on themes of kindness and positive impact. The contest attracted participants from across different countries and regions. One creator, a mother, used PixVerse to produce animated nursery rhyme videos such as “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” Her creations, shared on YouTube and other social media platforms, have garnered over 5 million views. Within a month, the contest received numerous submissions covering themes such as women’s empowerment, animal rescue, and inclusive education.

In addition, PixVerse’s original template “Old Photo Revival” inspired users around the world to recreate and share heartwarming memories, sparking a cross-generational wave of AI-powered creativity.

PixVerse serves over 100 million users worldwide. By continuously encouraging responsible and benevolent AI creation within its global community, PixVerse is advancing AI for social good and creative.

PixVerse will leverage the AI for Good Academy within the UNU Global AI Network to deepen its creator programs, host AI for Good workshops, and organize creative challenges. Through these initiatives, PixVerse aims to build a global community of AI creators dedicated to “AI for Good,” sharing inspiring stories and empowering more people to realize and spread their ideas of kindness through AI.

About PixVerse: Launched in January 2024, PixVerse develops the world’s leading AI video generation models and applications. We empower next-generation video creation and consumption for the AGI era, democratizing AI video technology through intuitive effect templates that transform professional tools into platforms for mass creativity.

Contact for the press Enna Jin
media@pixverse.ai  

Brookfield Acquires Hong Kong Site for Cold Storage Venture with Uni-China

HONG KONG, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Brookfield, a leading global investment firm headquartered in New York with more than US$1 trillion of assets under management, has formed a cold storage joint venture with Māori Capital, the investment arm of Uni-China Group, Hong Kong’s largest fresh food retailer and wet market operator, to acquire a prime industrial site in Tsing Yi, Hong Kong from Swire Properties.

The 246,000 square foot site is located within Hong Kong’s most established logistics cluster and will be purpose-built to meet the modern cold storage specifications required for food-grade logistics and pharmaceutical clients. It will incorporate energy-efficient refrigeration and advanced storage and logistics management solutions.

With seamless access to key transportation nodes including the Kwai Tsing Container Terminals and the Hong Kong International Airport, Uni-China’s logistics business has committed to full occupancy upon completion in 2026.

The Tsing Yi asset will serve as the seed property for a newly launched cold storage joint venture (JV) between Brookfield and Māori Capital. This strategic partnership leverages Brookfield’s extensive global expertise in cold storage and logistic investments and Uni-China’s deep local understanding of Asia’s fresh food retail and supply chain given its extensive market expertise and an established retail network of approximately 1,000 sales points.

The JV will actively explore further investment opportunities in high quality cold storage assets and related businesses across Asia.

Brookfield Head of East Asia Real Estate Andrew Burych said: “Cold storage is a high-conviction theme for Brookfield, driven by structural shifts in consumption, evolving food logistics requirements and the under-supply of modern temperature-controlled facilities in gateway cities like Hong Kong. The conversion of the Tsing Yi property to a high-spec cold storage facility is in line with Brookfield’s strategy of revitalising underutilised industrial assets across Asia. Partnering with Māori Capital and leveraging Uni-China’s operating footprint creates a powerful combination of institutional capital and local market expertise and we see potential to create a vertically integrated cold chain platform across key urban markets.”

Jackie Ling, Chairman of Uni-China Group, said: “We see rising demand for quality cold storage in Asia’s growing fresh food retail sector, driven by consumers’ shift towards high-quality products. Our strategic expansion in the cold storage business is set to seize these opportunities. With extensive assets in our diverse business portfolio and over two decades of deep local expertise, we are confident that our increased involvement in cold storage will further strengthen our strategic position as an industry leader.”

Michael Ling, Managing Partner of Māori Capital, echoes: “The partnership marks a key step in evolving modern cold chain infrastructure. We look forward to working closely with Brookfield to expanding the JV platform, and leveraging both of our expertise to investing in high-quality assets and businesses related to cold solutions across the region.”

Brookfield has a strong pedigree in logistics and is able to leverage its operational expertise, global franchise and local presence in 15 markets to create value for investors. With a global industrial portfolio worth US$26 billion, its holdings span 190 million square metres across five continents, making it one of the world’s most active investors in the logistics real estate sector. In Asia Pacific, Brookfield has US$3.5 billion in logistics assets under management.

Michael Cocozzo, Head of Industrials for APAC and the Middle East, Brookfield (left), Jackie Ling, Chairman of Uni-China Group (middle), and Michael Ling, Managing Partner of Māori Capital (right), the investment arm of Uni-China Group, jointly officiated the launch ceremony of the new cold storage venture.

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About Brookfield Asset Management 

Brookfield is a leading global alternative asset manager, headquartered in New York, with more than US$1 trillion of assets under management across renewable power and transition, infrastructure, private equity, real estate, and credit. We invest client capital for the long-term with a focus on real assets and essential service businesses that form the backbone of the global economy. We offer a range of alternative investment products to investors around the world — including public and private pension plans, endowments and foundations, sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions, insurance companies and private wealth investors. We draw on Brookfield’s heritage as an owner and operator to invest for value and generate strong returns for our clients, across economic cycles. For more information, please visit our website at www.brookfield.com.

About Uni-China Group and Māori Capital

Uni-China Group (“Uni-China”) stands as one of Hong Kong’s largest food-related and retail conglomerates, operating approximately 1,000 sales points across Hong Kong with a dedicated workforce of around 5,000 professionals and skilled frontline staff.

Uni-China centres on Hong Kong’s most essential daily staple goods, with a comprehensive portfolio spanning fresh market asset management and value amplification, retail operations, food trading, food and beverages, as well as storage and logistics solutions. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting sustainable growth across our business operations and community service initiatives, upholding our corporate social responsibility while solidifying our position as an industry leader.

Māori Capital serves as Uni-China’s strategic investment arm, focusing on investments of strategic importance to the Group. Our investment portfolio encompasses real estate, food and beverages, retail and technology-related private equity investments, as well as cold chain infrastructure, storage and logistics. For more information, please visit our website at www.uni-china.com.

HICC Pet® Brings Convenient Pet Care to Singapore’s Shell Select Stores

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leading American pet care brand, HICC Pet® is bringing their science-backed grooming and wellness solutions closer to Singaporean pet parents through a new collaboration with Shell Select. Starting this month, HICC Pet® products will be available in over 50 Shell Select stores islandwide, offering on-the-go access to trusted pet care essentials right where busy families refuel, recharge, and refresh.

Headquartered just outside of Seattle, Washington, HICC Pet® opened their doors in Singapore with an APAC Brand Experience Centre, located in Marina One in 2024. Since then, they have expanded their range of vet-recommended products in Singapore— to include a new ‘Itch Relief Kit‘ to help skin irritations and dryness, and an ‘Oral Care Kit‘ to promote fresh breath and oral hygiene. Both kits are compact, practical, and are formulated with HICC Pet® proprietary technologies.

With this expansion, HICC Pet® continues its mission of making pet wellness as effortless and routine as a daily pit stop —ensuring a fresher, safer, and more stress-free experience for pets on the go.

For APAC partners interested in becoming a reseller or distributor, please reach out at Sales.sg@hiccpet.com.

Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group Hosts “2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow” in Los Angeles, Launching Global Talent Program


LOS ANGELES, US / BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 October 2025 – Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group (the “Company”), the cultural and entertainment subsidiary of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (HKEX: 9988), is accelerating its global talent strategy. The Company recently hosted its “2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow” in Los Angeles, where it connected with young Chinese-language directors, screenwriters, and producers trained at top North American film schools. This event, spearheaded by Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group’s two flagship talent initiatives—the Hina International Young Directors Program and the ChunM Talent Program—marks the official launch of the Company’s talent development efforts overseas.

Group photo from Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group’s “2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow”
Group photo from Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group’s “2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow”

The summit brought together 35 up-and-coming creators, graduates of prestigious institutions like USC, UCLA, the American Film Institute, Chapman University, Columbia University, and NYU. Many of these talents have remained in the US post-graduation, working in film directing, screenwriting, or production, and have already earned recognition at international festivals such as Cannes and the Los Angeles Film Festival.

The event featured Jerry Li, President of Damai Entertainment, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group; Yvonne Liu, Vice President of Youku, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, and Founder of the “ChunM Talent Program”; Eric Lin, General Manager, International Content Development Centre, Damai Entertainment; and Shirley Cao, Platform Cooperation Expert, The IP Cooperation & Content Development Center, Youku, and Coordinator of the “ChunM Talent Program”. These leaders shared insights on filmmaking and content creation with these talented. North American-based creators. The summit was moderated by Joe Zheng, International Development Consultant for the Hina International Young Directors Program, who holds degrees from Beijing Film Academy and USC and is a recipient of a Student Academy Award, among other international honors.

Jerry Li, President of Damai Entertainment, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, speaks at the summit
Jerry Li, President of Damai Entertainment, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, speaks at the summit

Jerry Li emphasized that the summit was designed to attract globally minded young creators, encouraging them to bring their commercial and technical expertise to the Chinese market. The aim is to accelerate the industrialization of Chinese cinema and produce content with international appeal. “In China, the entertainment and performing arts industries are still evolving, which is a huge opportunity for young creators,” he said. “We’re here in North America to connect with outstanding talent, bring fresh perspectives, and work with skilled professionals to shape the future of storytelling,” he added.

Li also highlighted the Hina International Young Directors Program, which supports emerging directors through three key avenues: providing director agency services, offering opportunities to work as second-unit directors on major projects, and incubating original IP projects. Mentored by renowned filmmakers Zhang Yimou, Huang Jianxin, and producer Bill Kong, the program had recruited 67 young directors from global film schools as of September 2025. Notable participants include Chen Xiaoyu and Zhang Yudi, whose debut features Gone with the Boat and The Midsummer’s Voice, have earned nominations and awards at festivals such as the Shanghai International Film Festival and Golden Rooster Awards.

Yvonne Liu, Vice President of Youku, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, and Founder of the “ChunM Talent Program,” speaks at the summit
Yvonne Liu, Vice President of Youku, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, and Founder of the “ChunM Talent Program,” speaks at the summit

Yvonne Liu discussed the evolving Chinese film and TV market, noting that while short-form content has surged, Youku continues to invest 90% of its efforts in long-form series. She highlighted that the Chinese market is undergoing a structural transformation, with audiences increasingly seeking richer narratives and deeper emotional engagement. The traditional model of passively waiting for creators to deliver is no longer sustainable, she argued, underscoring the need for a proactive ecosystem to identify and cultivate talent. This includes integrating industry resources, promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration, and encouraging creators to draw inspiration from real-world experiences to produce high-quality content.

This vision gave rise to the “ChunM Talent Program”, designed to address the industry’s talent gap. The program supports writers through initiatives like the “ChunM Roadshow”, which bridges the gap from concept to production, and the “Creation Camp”, which immerses screenwriters in real-world experiences for authentic storytelling. It also offers “Master Classes” and networking events to connect emerging and established creators. To date, the program has supported 27 new screenwriters and 25 high-potential projects, with six already in the development pipeline at Youku, significantly expanding China’s original storytelling landscape.

Liu expressed hope that the “ChunM Talent Program” will take root in Hollywood. “Youku is investing heavily in premium, shorter-format series, such as 8-to-12-episode projects modeled on American platforms, or 16-episode K-drama formats, or 18-to-24-episode Hong Kong-style structures,” she said. “Los Angeles isn’t just the heart of entertainment industry—it’s a storytelling crucible where stories are forged. We look forward to the extraordinary works born from the fusion of Eastern and Western cultures. True magic will be made when the epic imagination of the Classic of Mountains and Seas is infused into the three-act structure, and the serene melodies of traditional Chinese strings encounter the blockbuster rhythm of Hollywood.”

Joe Zheng, International Development Consultant, Hina International Young Directors Program, speaks at the summit
Joe Zheng, International Development Consultant, Hina International Young Directors Program, speaks at the summit

Joe Zheng addressed the challenges faced by some overseas-trained Chinese creators, who often struggle to fully integrate into foreign markets or adapt their skills to China’s industry. “What you learn in one market doesn’t always translate to another,” he said. “Young creators need to stay attuned to the preferences and needs of different audiences across markets and age groups to keep growing and creating content that resonates.”

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Carro posts record revenues and gross profit for FY2025, closes US$60m strategic investment led by Cool Japan Fund

–     Best-ever revenues of S$1.2 billion (US$898 million), a 15% year-on-year growth

–     Best-ever Gross Profit of S$149 million (US$111 million), a 20% year-on-year growth

–     Gross Profit Margin (GPM) improved to 12.4% compared to 11.8% in FY2024, underpinned by ancillaries which represented over 55% of Gross Profit 

–     Strong liquidity of S$385 million (US$287 million)

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Carro, Asia Pacific’s largest and fastest-growing online automotive platform, has posted a strong FY2025, achieving record revenues of S$1.2 billion and a Gross Profit of S$149 million (US$111 million). The unicorn startup also reports an EBITDA of S$43 million (US$32 million) and total assets of S$1.3 billion, according to audited FY2025 numbers.

Carro Financial Year 2025
Carro Financial Year 2025

FY2025’s Gross Profit Margin continued its expansion to over 12%, as Carro deepens its strategy of a strong marketplace margin expansion, ecosystem-led ancillary income growth, and productivity optimisation. In the last 12 months, Carro also scaled up operations in Hong Kong, SAR and Japan, cementing its footprint outside of Southeast Asia.

Aaron Tan (L), Co-founder and CEO at Carro and Ernest Chew (R), CFO at Carro
Aaron Tan (L), Co-founder and CEO at Carro and Ernest Chew (R), CFO at Carro

Meanwhile, Carro’s fintech business, Genie Financial Services, recorded a strong consumer loan book growth of 35% to S$670 million (US$500 million) across the region, and kept non-performing loans (NPL) at below 0.5%, a number much better than industry benchmarks in the region.

“As we grow our differentiated ecosystem-led business operating model, we continue to focus on driving marketplace margin expansion by cross-selling ancillaries to drive recurring income streams and improve customer lifetime value. Additionally, we will continue to expand into new markets and segments, particularly in NEVs. This year, we launched our Brand New segment in Singapore and Malaysia to capture a broader customer base in the automotive value chain, and are looking to bring this to other markets,” says Aaron Tan, co-founder and Group CEO of Carro. “At the same time, we are doubling down on our use of technology and AI, coupled with process improvements to drive productivity optimisation and enable our businesses to scale better without growing costs linearly. We’re excited to share that we’ve launched our most advanced AI-enabled inspection app combining on-board diagnostics, visual, sound and vibration to improve our inspection capabilities. Our use of AI also stretches to sales conversion and customer service, which helps handle up to 85% of conversations and has cut down average response time by up to 80% to below 3 minutes in our largest markets. At the same time, we’ve redesigned our Wholesale platforms to drive platform-led growth and improve the digital experience for both our dealers and end customers. All these are part of our bigger plan to scale at pace while exploring new initiatives. “

Ernest Chew, Chief Financial Officer of Carro says “Despite a challenging and unpredictable macro-environment, our continued focus on execution, unit economics and optimisation has resulted in record volumes (+15% year-on-year growth), revenues and gross profit, as well as improved margins across most profitability metrics. A continuation of these efforts has seen our H1 FY2026 EBITDA growing over 50% year-on-year. Our overall liquidity by end FY2025 also improved year-on-year, as we continue to be extremely focused on financial discipline, vigilant on cash flows and working capital, and balance sheet strength. Following our latest fundraising led by Cool Japan Fund, we have the strongest balance sheet position in 3 years. We are actively diversifying and securitising our receivables to improve financial flexibility and strengthen our capital structure. Very pleased that our investment into Hong Kong has been strategically value-accretive, growing quickly to become a leading player domestically and profitable in the first year.”

Carro has officially closed a US$60 million round of funding led by Cool Japan Fund, (Japan’s sovereign wealth fund).  This investment will go towards bolstering the demand of Japanese cars across Asia Pacific where Carro has a presence in.

About Carro

Founded in 2015, Carro is Asia Pacific’s largest online used car marketplace. By offering a trustworthy and transparent experience, Carro transforms the traditional way of buying and selling cars through proprietary pricing algorithms, AI-enabled capabilities, and innovative technological solutions. Carro most recently expanded its product line to include Brand New cars in Singapore and Malaysia, offering customers even more options.

Headquartered in Singapore, the unicorn startup has raised over S$700 million from Softbank Vision Fund and several sovereign funds. Together with its subsidiaries and business lines, Carro is supported by more than 4,500 employees across Asia Pacific:

–     Carro, Asia Pacific’s largest online used marketplace with a strong key presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan region,  and Hong Kong, SAR.

–     Carro Care Powered by Jardine Cycle & Carriage, Carro’s in-house refurbishment and after-sales servicing capabilities

–     Genie Financial Services, a next-generation fintech automotive financing provider in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand

–     MPM Rent, leading mobility solutions company in Indonesia specialising in leasing / fleet financing transportation services

–     Innorithm, a next-generation fleet management solutions company leveraging state-of-the art IoT and machine learning

–     Kaidee, Thailand’s largest online shopping and classifieds platform

–     Driven Communications, leading Malaysian integrated digital content & marketing services agency including notable sites like paultan.org

For more information, please visit: www.carro.co or email marketing@carro.co.