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XCMG’s 4,000-ton Crawler Crane XGC88000 Marvels China’s Offshore Wind Revolution

DONGYING, China, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The XGC88000, the world’s first 4,000-ton crawler crane developed by XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425), successfully installed the world’s largest 26-megawatt offshore wind turbine on August 29 in Shandong, China. Fully designed and manufactured with independent intellectual property rights, the installation marked a critical technological breakthrough for China’s offshore wind industry as it advances into deeper waters.

XCMG’s 4,000-ton Crawler Crane XGC88000 Marvels China’s Offshore Wind Revolution
XCMG’s 4,000-ton Crawler Crane XGC88000 Marvels China’s Offshore Wind Revolution

Currently the most powerful and largest offshore wind unit globally, the 26-megawatt wind turbine has the longest rotor diameter and highest single-unit capacity. Comprised of over 30,000 components, its hub center stands at 185 meters—equivalent to a 50-story building—with a rotor sweep area of 77,000 square meters.

The installation faced two major challenges: extreme precision and complex terrain. The engineers had to align over 200 bolts with millimeter-level accuracy at nearly 200 meters above ground, while also overcoming soft tidal flat foundations and cramped workspaces.

To tackle the hurdles, the project team innovatively reinforced the foundation with advanced piling techniques and deployed XGC88000. With an integrated solution of ground pre-leveling and aerial precision coordination, the crane safely positioned the 1,000-ton nacelle into place.

After installation, the turbine will undergo commissioning and grid integration. Once operational, a single unit is projected to generate 100 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually, which is enough to power 55,000 households for a year.

Dubbed the “National Weight” by CCTV (China Central Television) and honored with the Second Prize for National Science & Technology Progress Award, the XGC88000 is a marvel of engineering. It boasts a maximum lifting capacity of 3,600 tons, a 216-meter-long boom, and a record-breaking lifting torque of 88,000 ton-meters.

Since its debut in 2013, this crane has been instrumental in over 20 major projects across China and in Belt and Road Initiative countries, including Jubail Industrial City in Saudi Arabia and Duqm Refinery in Oman. With a cumulative total of 200,000 tons lifted, the legacy of the XGC88000 includes three world-first technologies, six internationally leading innovations, and more than 80 national patents, reflecting XCMG’s relentless pursuit of precision engineering and advanced R&D.

XCMG is committed to advancing the construction of renewable energy infrastructure, as well as to pushing the boundaries of heavy machinery innovation and paving the way for a sustainable future.

For more information, please visit https://www.xcmgglobal.com/.

Bilight Innovation Unveils Ultra-Thin Flexible PSC, Secures Funding from Leading Japanese Firm

TOKYO, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bilight Innovation, a 2023-founded renewable energy start-up, has closed its angel investment round, attracting investors including Somar Co., Ltd., a renowned Japanese publicly listed company specializing in high-performance electronics and environmental materials. The company is pioneering flexible perovskite photovoltaics, aiming to make solar energy more efficient, versatile, and accessible.

At its pilot facility, Bilight has produced ultra-thin (0.1 mm), lightweight, and highly flexible perovskite solar devices suitable for curved surfaces, wearables, and aerospace applications. Compared with traditional crystalline silicon cells, perovskite photovoltaics offer higher photoelectric conversion efficiency, superior low-light performance, and lower energy-intensive manufacturing.

Bilight Unveils the World’s Thinnest and Most Flexible Perovskite Solar Cell
Bilight Unveils the World’s Thinnest and Most Flexible Perovskite Solar Cell

Led by CEO Dr. CC Hsiao, the team holds over 300 patents across display technology, flexible materials, and perovskite innovation, establishing a strong global technological foundation. Bilight targets both industrial and consumer markets, from IoT devices and portable chargers to building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV). Its flexible panels can provide continuous power for electronics or enable energy self-sufficiency in building facades.

Committed to energy equity, Bilight aims to make clean, affordable solar energy accessible to more people worldwide. Its flexible perovskite technology is designed to help communities, businesses, and individuals adopt renewable energy more easily, advancing a fairer and more sustainable energy future.

The company has established international operations in the U.S., Germany, Japan, South Korea, and India, and formed strategic partnerships with leading e-paper and mobile energy storage firms. Bilight Innovation operates under its guiding principle, “Better Energy, Better Life,” and plans to scale production, expand applications, and turn photovoltaics into mobile, ubiquitous power sources, supporting the global energy transition.

DL Holdings Partners with a Leading Bitcoin Miner to Build Hong Kong’s “First Bitcoin Hashrate Stock”


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – After trading hours on 15 September 2025, DL Holdings Group Limited (HKEX: 1709) announced a major strategic cooperation with Fortune Peak Limited. DL Holdings will acquire the latest-generation, top-efficiency Bitcoin mining machines via the issuance of Convertible Bonds, fully entering the Bitcoin mining sector with the aim of becoming the Hong Kong capital market’s leader in both Bitcoin hashrate and reserve. The Company targets annual production of ~200 BTC and, over the next two years, seeks to become the Hong Kong-listed “first Bitcoin hashrate stock” with a reserve target of over 4,000 BTC.

The ultimate controller of Fortune Peak previously served as Chief Investment Officer at Antalpha Capital (BVI) Limited, bringing extensive digital-asset investment and operational experience as well as a deep understanding of the industry’s technology and operations.

Partnering with the controller who formerly served as Antalpha’s CIO gives DL access to high-end mining hardware and the broader ecosystem of an industry leader. This will help ensure competitive hosted deployment and operations for DL’s miners, supporting stable, efficient mining.

DL Holdings will acquire 2,200 S21XP HYD Bitcoin miners, with a total hashrate of approximately 1,040,600 TH/s. The total consideration is US$21,852,600, to be paid by issuing zero-coupon Convertible Bonds. The initial Conversion Price is HK$3.17 per Share, representing approximately an 8.65% discount to the 5-day average closing price before the announcement date. The Convertible Bonds will have a two-year lock-up period, during which they cannot be transferred without the Company’s consent, and the Conversion Shares will also be subject to a two-year lock-up.

In addition, as part of the consideration, DL Holdings will issue 40,000,000 Warrants at an initial Exercise Price of HK$3.80 per Share, representing approximately a 9.51% premium to the 5-day average closing price before the announcement date. The Warrants will have a two-year exercise period, and 50% of the Warrant Shares issued upon exercise will be subject to a six-month lock-up. Furthermore, upon achieving agreed performance targets, DL Holdings will issue up to 13,442,451 Earn-out Shares, as incentives to the counterparty to ensure stable operation and efficient delivery of hashrate.

This structure optimizes capital allocation, uses clearly locked instruments to bind long-term interests, and provides a robust financial and operational foundation for DL Holdings’ expansion into Bitcoin mining.

As “digital gold,” Bitcoin accounts for roughly 55%–58% of the total crypto market capitalization and, as of September 2025, has a market value around US$2.29 trillion, ranking roughly 5th among global assets. Owing to its scarcity, decentralization, and store-of-value attributes, it has been recognized by governments and institutions as a strategic allocation with long-term preservation and appreciation potential. The U.S. government reportedly holds ~198,000 BTC, and the U.K. holds over 60,000 BTC. Leading fund houses including BlackRock and Fidelity have launched Bitcoin ETFs, drawing significant institutional flows. Technology leaders such as Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey have also publicly acknowledged holding Bitcoin and its long-term potential. Through self-mining, DL plans to acquire Bitcoin directly, increasing the weight of digital assets on its balance sheet and enhancing diversification and risk resilience.

Amid accelerating global digitalization, investing in Bitcoin mining can provide recurring cash flows and bolster market confidence, offering potential long-term support to the Company’s share price. The Convertible-Bond-funded miners are expected (management plan) to generate up to ~200 BTC per year, roughly US$20 million in revenue at illustrative pricing assumptions, supporting growth while preserving financial flexibility. DL also plans to scale out mining capacity and ecosystem participation, with an additional ~200 BTC per year as a planning target. Leveraging the partner’s industry resources, DL targets, within two years, to become the largest Bitcoin mining company among Hong Kong-listed peers—with 4,000+ BTC in reserve and sustained, efficient digital-asset output.

Moreover, the Company will (as part of the overall consideration) issue 40,000,000 Warrants to deepen strategic cooperation and has established earn-out incentives tied to operational stability, hashrate delivery, and share-price performance. If targets are achieved, the Earn-out Shares will be issued, further aligning interests and jointly advancing the mining business.

William Li, Partner at DL Holdings, commented: “Bitcoin mining has evolved into a mature, stable, real-economy industry with a clear and sustainable profit model. As ‘digital gold’, Bitcoin’s anti-inflation and value-preservation attributes are increasingly recognized by institutions. This strategic move optimizes our asset structure and aims to deliver long-term, stable returns for shareholders—an integral piece of DL’s digital-finance ecosystem.

DL is simultaneously accelerating its digital-asset layout, advancing a three-phase plan for a comprehensive digital-finance ecosystem. In August 2025, DL raised over HK$650 million, earmarked for digital-finance growth—strategic acquisitions, RWA tokenization plans, Bitcoin mining, and building a virtual-asset trading network. In parallel, DL’s strategic investee Asseto has launched its flagship product CASH+ on BNB Chain, the first derivative token of an Asian asset-management USD money-market strategy issued on BNB Chain. Looking ahead, DL will continue to leverage its capital-markets experience and compliance framework, working with ecosystem partners to provide more efficient and transparent financial-product experiences for institutions and investors.

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DL Holdings x Bitmain/Antalpha Miner: Hong Kong’s First Bitcoin Hashrate Stock


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – After trading hours on 15 September 2025, DL Holdings Group Limited (HKEX: 1709) announced a major strategic cooperation with Fortune Peak Limited. DL Holdings will acquire the latest-generation, top-efficiency Bitcoin mining machines via the issuance of Convertible Bonds, fully entering the Bitcoin mining sector with the aim of becoming the Hong Kong capital market’s leader in both Bitcoin hashrate and reserve. The Company targets annual production of ~200 BTC and, over the next two years, seeks to become the Hong Kong-listed “first Bitcoin hashrate stock” with a reserve target of over 4,000 BTC.

The ultimate controller of Fortune Peak previously served as Chief Investment Officer at Antalpha Capital (BVI) Limited, bringing extensive digital-asset investment and operational experience as well as a deep understanding of the industry’s technology and operations.

Partnering with the controller who formerly served as Antalpha’s CIO gives DL access to high-end mining hardware and the broader ecosystem of an industry leader. This will help ensure competitive hosted deployment and operations for DL’s miners, supporting stable, efficient mining.

DL Holdings will acquire 2,200 S21XP HYD Bitcoin miners, with a total hashrate of approximately 1,040,600 TH/s. The total consideration is US$21,852,600, to be paid by issuing zero-coupon Convertible Bonds. The initial Conversion Price is HK$3.17 per Share, representing approximately an 8.65% discount to the 5-day average closing price before the announcement date. The Convertible Bonds will have a two-year lock-up period, during which they cannot be transferred without the Company’s consent, and the Conversion Shares will also be subject to a two-year lock-up.

In addition, as part of the consideration, DL Holdings will issue 40,000,000 Warrants at an initial Exercise Price of HK$3.80 per Share, representing approximately a 9.51% premium to the 5-day average closing price before the announcement date. The Warrants will have a two-year exercise period, and 50% of the Warrant Shares issued upon exercise will be subject to a six-month lock-up. Furthermore, upon achieving agreed performance targets, DL Holdings will issue up to 13,442,451 Earn-out Shares, as incentives to the counterparty to ensure stable operation and efficient delivery of hashrate.

This structure optimizes capital allocation, uses clearly locked instruments to bind long-term interests, and provides a robust financial and operational foundation for DL Holdings’ expansion into Bitcoin mining.

As “digital gold,” Bitcoin accounts for roughly 55%–58% of the total crypto market capitalization and, as of September 2025, has a market value around US$2.29 trillion, ranking roughly 5th among global assets. Owing to its scarcity, decentralization, and store-of-value attributes, it has been recognized by governments and institutions as a strategic allocation with long-term preservation and appreciation potential. The U.S. government reportedly holds ~198,000 BTC, and the U.K. holds over 60,000 BTC. Leading fund houses including BlackRock and Fidelity have launched Bitcoin ETFs, drawing significant institutional flows. Technology leaders such as Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey have also publicly acknowledged holding Bitcoin and its long-term potential. Through self-mining, DL plans to acquire Bitcoin directly, increasing the weight of digital assets on its balance sheet and enhancing diversification and risk resilience.

Amid accelerating global digitalization, investing in Bitcoin mining can provide recurring cash flows and bolster market confidence, offering potential long-term support to the Company’s share price. The Convertible-Bond-funded miners are expected (management plan) to generate up to ~200 BTC per year, roughly US$20 million in revenue at illustrative pricing assumptions, supporting growth while preserving financial flexibility. DL also plans to scale out mining capacity and ecosystem participation, with an additional ~200 BTC per year as a planning target. Leveraging the partner’s industry resources, DL targets, within two years, to become the largest Bitcoin mining company among Hong Kong-listed peers—with 4,000+ BTC in reserve and sustained, efficient digital-asset output.

Moreover, the Company will (as part of the overall consideration) issue 40,000,000 Warrants to deepen strategic cooperation and has established earn-out incentives tied to operational stability, hashrate delivery, and share-price performance. If targets are achieved, the Earn-out Shares will be issued, further aligning interests and jointly advancing the mining business.

William Li, Partner at DL Holdings, commented: “Bitcoin mining has evolved into a mature, stable, real-economy industry with a clear and sustainable profit model. As ‘digital gold’, Bitcoin’s anti-inflation and value-preservation attributes are increasingly recognized by institutions. This strategic move optimizes our asset structure and aims to deliver long-term, stable returns for shareholders—an integral piece of DL’s digital-finance ecosystem.

DL is simultaneously accelerating its digital-asset layout, advancing a three-phase plan for a comprehensive digital-finance ecosystem. In August 2025, DL raised over HK$650 million, earmarked for digital-finance growth—strategic acquisitions, RWA tokenization plans, Bitcoin mining, and building a virtual-asset trading network. In parallel, DL’s strategic investee Asseto has launched its flagship product CASH+ on BNB Chain, the first derivative token of an Asian asset-management USD money-market strategy issued on BNB Chain. Looking ahead, DL will continue to leverage its capital-markets experience and compliance framework, working with ecosystem partners to provide more efficient and transparent financial-product experiences for institutions and investors.

Hashtag: #DLHoldings

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

wire & Tube China 2026 International Recruitment Starts, Creating a One-Stop Business Platform for the Wire and Tube Industry in Asia

SHANGHAI, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From September 21-24, 2026, wire & Tube China 2026 will once again be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The two exhibitions, organized by Shanghai Electric Cable Research Institute Co., Ltd., Messe Düsseldorf (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Metallurgical Council of the China Council for the Promotion of Int’l Trade (MC-CCPIT), held together, are expected to cover a total exhibition area of over 115,000 square meters, attracting more than 1,600 exhibitors from around the world. This will help create an efficient, collaborative industry ecosystem, driving the deep integration and high-quality development of the wire and cable, as well as the tube and pipe industries.

Deep Integration of International Resources to Build Global Platform Influence

As an important part of the international wire and tube exhibition series in Düsseldorf, Germany, wire & Tube China has always adhered to its international development direction. The previous edition of the exhibition attracted 53,173 professional visitors from 99 countries and regions, with an increasing proportion of overseas buyers. It is expected that the number of visitors in 2026 will exceed 55,000. By then, wire China 2026 will feature even stronger national and regional pavilions, including Germany, Italy, Austria, France, and China Taiwan, showcasing globally renowned brands and cutting-edge technologies. Additionally, several international industry organizations and leading enterprises have confirmed their participation, further enhancing the exhibition’s global influence and procurement capabilities.

At the same time, the Tube China exhibition will feature three major sub-industry exhibitions on-site: Thermprocess China, Saw and Laser Cutting China, and the newly launched Nonferrous Metals China. The collaboration of multiple exhibitions will provide comprehensive coverage from raw materials, machinery and equipment, auxiliary technologies to finished products, creating a one-stop procurement and industry networking platform for visitors.

A Series of Engaging Forums to Spark Industry Dialogue

wire China:

China Wire and Cable Industry Conference

– Wire and Cable Technical Exchange Meeting (Wire and Cable Forum)

– Top 100 Most Competitive Enterprises in China’s Wire and Cable industry in 2026

– Theme Route Tour for Dedicated Products.

Tube China:

– China International Steel Tube and Pipe Summit

Join the winner! wire & Tube China 2026 will be waiting for your visit in Shanghai in September next year!

For more details about the exhibition, please visit:

wire China: www.wirechina.net/en

Tube China: www.tubechina.net/en

CONTACT: charlotte.shi@mds.cn

Kuaishou Showcases Digital Inclusion at China-Germany Forum, Empowering Women Through Economic Transition

BEIJING, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kuaishou Technology (“Kuaishou” or “the Company”), a leading content community and social platform, reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive development and women’s empowerment through digital innovation at the 2025 China-Germany Sustainable Development Forum in Beijing. Participating in the roundtable discussion on “Opportunities and Challenges for Women in Economic Transition,” Song Tingting, Vice President of Kuaishou Technology and Chairperson of the Kuaishou Public Welfare Foundation, shared how the Company is leveraging its platform and digital tools to help women gain visibility, unlock new economic opportunities, and take on greater roles in the digital economy.

Song Tingting (second from right), Vice President of Kuaishou, speaks on empowering women through economic transition at the 2025 China-Germany Sustainable Development Forum in Beijing.
Song Tingting (second from right), Vice President of Kuaishou, speaks on empowering women through economic transition at the 2025 China-Germany Sustainable Development Forum in Beijing.

Song noted that in today’s economic shift, digital technology is emerging as one of the most powerful forces enabling women to participate more fully in growth opportunities. “In the past, much of women’s value remained hidden, especially for those living in remote areas,” said Song. “Kuaishou’s mission is to break down these invisible barriers, so that women can be seen, recognized, and empowered to realize their potential on our platform. This is what inclusive technology truly means.”

Since 2018, Kuaishou has launched a series of public welfare programs such as “Happy Rural Leaders,” “Her Power Academy,” and “Empowering for Happiness.” These initiatives provide free digital skills training and basic equipment to women in rural and underserved communities. As of today, Kuaishou has trained more than 10,000 women leaders and enabled millions of women to improve their income, achieve economic independence, and enhance their livelihoods.

“In today’s economic transition, the challenges women face are real,” Song said. “But digital technology is gradually becoming a powerful tool to overcome these challenges.” She noted that with the right training and access to tools, women are transforming from marginalized participants into essential contributors to rural revitalization and economic growth.

One example is Zhang Xiaosi, a Kuaishou user from Shandong Province who returned home to care for her ill father. With free training and livestreaming support provided by Kuaishou, she started selling local cherries online and saw her sales grow more than 36-fold, earning more than 80,000 yuan. Her success also boosted the income of elderly villagers and earned her a seat as a deputy in the local People’s Congress.

“Technology is a tool. Kindness is a choice,” said Song. “We believe that empowering one woman means empowering a family, and even an entire village. That is the true meaning of tech for good.”

Despite the progress, Song pointed out that women still face two major barriers: balancing family responsibilities with career advancement, and bridging the digital divide, particularly in remote areas with limited access to tools and information. She called for broader support across international, national, corporate, and individual levels.

Looking ahead, Song proposed stronger collaboration between China and Germany to support women in the digital economy. She suggested co-developing a bilateral training system to cultivate women leaders in digital commerce, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, combining China’s experience in digital platform operations with Germany’s strengths in vocational education and sustainable development. She also advocated for an exchange platform connecting female entrepreneurs from both countries to foster mutual learning and collaboration.

Kuaishou remains committed to partnering globally to advance inclusive digital transformation, reduce inequality, and support the long-term development of women through accessible technology.

About Kuaishou

Kuaishou is a leading content community and social platform in China and globally, committed to becoming the most customer-obsessed company in the world. Kuaishou uses its technological backbone, powered by cutting-edge AI technology, to continuously drive innovation and product enhancements that enrich its service offerings and application scenarios, creating exceptional customer value. Through short videos and live streams on Kuaishou’s platform, users can share their lives, discover goods and services they need and showcase their talent. By partnering closely with content creators and businesses, Kuaishou provides technologies, products, and services that cater to diverse user needs across a broad spectrum of entertainment, online marketing services, e-commerce, local services, gaming, and much more.

 

Hongkong Land’s BaseHall becomes Hong Kong’s first F&B venue to achieve “Triple Platinum” green building certifications

  • Hongkong Land sets a new industry benchmark in F&B sustainability, achieving platinum certifications across BEAM Plus, LEED and WELL standards

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 September 2025 – Hongkong Land has become the first developer in Hong Kong to achieve “Triple Platinum” status for a food and beverage (F&B) venue. BaseHall 02 – a 16,200-square-foot dining destination in Jardine House that opened in December 2022, featuring 16 outlets (11 focused on Asian cuisine) with over 300 seats has earned Platinum certifications across BEAM Plus, LEED, and WELL through its twin strategies of decarbonisation and wellness. This milestone is particularly noteworthy given the inherent operational complexities of F&B venues, where high foot traffic and fluctuating occupancy patterns make sustainability optimisation exceptionally difficult.

Hongkong Land's BaseHall becomes Hong Kong’s first F&B venue to achieve

Mr Michael Smith, Chief Executive, Hongkong Land, said: “BaseHall’s ‘Triple Platinum’ achievement proves that operational efficiency and environmental responsibility go hand in hand, even in resource-intensive F&B environments. This milestone reinforces our position as Hong Kong’s premier destination for retail and dining, setting a new benchmark for sustainable F&B development across the city and beyond.”

Driving Sustainability in F&B with Forward-Thinking Solutions

From early design stages to daily operations of BaseHall 02, sustainability goals were closely aligned with practical needs. Achieving “Triple Platinum” required exceptional collaboration between Hongkong Land and F&B partners, with sustainability objectives now embedded in lease agreements across the portfolio. Four key innovations overcame traditional F&B challenges:

  • Air Quality Management: Commercial kitchens generate substantial heat, grease, smoke, and odours, making air quality both a health priority and certification requirement. Hongkong Land implemented a comprehensive three-phase approach – combining smart filtration systems, real-time ventilation adjustment, and continuous sensor monitoring via mobile app to ensure consistent performance throughout the lifecycle.
  • Energy Optimisation: To manage the complex energy demands of 24/7 operations in a dining place, a smart management platform provides real-time monitoring and optimises performance across all operational zones, maintaining high efficiency even during peak periods despite the intensive demands of commercial kitchen operations.
  • Water Conservation: Recognising that F&B venues require substantial water for their operation and services, Hongkong Land installed ultra-low-flow indoor water use fixtures, meeting the requirements for Indoor Water Use Reduction.
  • Waste Management: F&B operations generate multiple waste streams including food waste and recyclables. Hongkong Land implemented grease recycling systems and provides clearly labelled waste separation stations throughout the venue. The exclusive use of reusable tableware and cutlery eliminates takeaway packaging waste entirely, demonstrating how thoughtful design choices reduce environmental impact.

Forging a Climate-Resilient Future for Asia

BaseHall 02 establishes a scalable, future-ready model for high-performance F&B spaces, positioning Hongkong Land as the partner of choice for premium brands seeking sustainable, high-traffic locations in Central. Moreover, the project exemplifies Hongkong Land’s integrated climate resilience strategies, showcasing enhanced operational adaptability in response to Hong Kong’s evolving climate conditions.

This achievement directly advances Hongkong Land’s Sustainability Framework 2030, extending the Company’s leadership in sustainability into the F&B sector. With 85% of Hongkong Land ‘s wholly owned leasing portfolio already certified at the highest sustainability standards, BaseHall 02 exemplifies how strong tenant collaboration creates a competitive edge.
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Hongkong Land

Hongkong Land is a major listed property investment, management and development group. Founded in 1889, it is a market leader in the development of experience-led city centres that unlock value for generations by combining innovation, placemaking, exceptional hospitality and sustainability.

The Group focuses on developing, owning and managing ultra-premium mixed-use real estate in Asian gateway cities, featuring Grade A office, luxury retail, residential and hospitality products. Its mixed-use real estate footprint spans more than 850,000 sq. m., with flagship projects in Hong Kong, Singapore and Shanghai. Its properties hold industry-leading green building certifications and attract the world’s foremost companies and luxury brands.

The Group’s Hong Kong Central portfolio represents some 450,000 sq. m. of prime property. LANDMARK, the luxury shopping destination of the Hong Kong Central portfolio, is undergoing a three-year, US$1 billion expansion and upgrade, which aims to reinforce the portfolio as a world-class destination for luxury, retail, lifestyle and business. The Group has a further 165,000 sq. m. of prestigious office space in Singapore, mainly held through joint ventures, and a portfolio of retail centres on the Chinese mainland, including a luxury retail centre at Wangfujing in Beijing.

In Shanghai, the Group owns a 43% interest in a 1.7 million sq. m. mixed-use project in West Bund. Due to complete in 2028, it will comprise Grade A offices, luxury and retail space, high-end waterfront residential apartments, hotels and convention and cultural facilities. Alongside LANDMARK, it forms part of the Group’s CENTRAL Series of globally-recognised destinations for luxury and lifestyle experiences.

Hongkong Land Holdings Limited is incorporated in Bermuda and has a primary listing in the equity shares (transition) category of the London Stock Exchange, with secondary listings in Bermuda and Singapore. Hongkong Land is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

Ropner Search and Lewis Sanders Complete Strategic Merger to Form Full Service Legal Recruitment Powerhouse

HONG KONG, Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ropner Search, a boutique legal search firm, and Lewis Sanders, a leading legal and compliance recruitment consultancy, have combined forces as part of the next step in their strategic journey. The merger will create a unified entity that will offer a full-service legal recruitment platform for private practice and in-house clients.

The firm, operating under the name Ropner Lewis Sanders, combines the deep sector expertise, market intelligence, and client-centric approach of both organisations. The businesses were established in Hong Kong and are still founder-led, with extensive networks and expertise in the Asia market. This strategic move positions the firm as one of the region’s foremost legal recruitment consultancies, with a unique offering of both law firm and in-house roles.

Founded in 2016, Ropner Search has built a strong reputation for precision placements for both teams and individuals in private practice, with a focus on M&A, capital markets, banking & finance, dispute resolution and energy & infrastructure. Outside the legal sector, Ropner Search also has an excellent track record with select private capital, asset management and hedge fund clients. Lewis Sanders, established in 2006, has a well-established record as one of Hong Kong’s leading legal recruitment consultancies, placing lawyers and professional support professionals at all levels at international law firms as well as global investment banks, financial institutions, regulators, MNCs, and Hong Kong-listed companies. Angus Ropner will assume the role of Managing Partner, while Lindsey Sanders will continue as Director and Emily Lewis as an Advisor.

“This merger is a step change in our operations and ideally positions us to take advantage of the rapidly growing market in Hong Kong and Asia as a whole” said Angus Ropner, Managing Partner of Ropner Lewis Sanders. “By joining forces, we are greatly amplifying our ability to serve clients and candidates with more agility, insight, and scale. The financial and professional services industries in Hong Kong are booming, particularly in capital markets, M&A and alternatives such as private equity and private credit, and that is creating a renewed demand for legal hiring at every level. By covering both in-house and private practice hiring solutions within one business, we can offer the most comprehensive support in the market.”

Lindsey Sanders, Director at Ropner Lewis Sanders, added, “Our combined networks and complementary strengths will allow us to deliver even more strategic and tailored recruitment solutions. We are hugely excited to embark on this journey with Ropner Search and by the possibilities the combination creates for our firms and for our clients. Both firms have been founded in Hong Kong and have maintained long standing relationships with candidates and clients both in-house and in private practice. Our combined expertise, knowledge and relationships makes us one of the best-positioned firms in the market not just in Hong Kong but in the region.”

The merger will see the integration of both teams into a single office at One Chinachem Central, with a unified leadership structure and enhanced service offerings. The business has already started trading and clients can expect a seamless transition, with continued access to trusted advisors as well as the benefit of expanded resources.

Ropner Lewis Sanders will continue to focus on high-quality placements from junior to partner level, while expanding its footprint in compliance, business support, and legal operations recruitment, as well as the asset management, private capital and hedge fund industries. The firm will also invest in technology and data-driven tools to enhance candidate sourcing and market analysis.

ENDS

About Ropner Lewis Sanders

Headed by Angus Ropner, Ropner Lewis Sanders operates out of Hong Kong and undertakes local, regional, and international recruitment assignments primarily covering Hong Kong, China, South Korea, and Singapore. Through its extensive network of contacts across Asia, combined with alliances with established legal recruitment consultancies in Australia and the UK, it is able to source quality candidates from multiple jurisdictions for in-house and private practice clients. For more information, please visit www.ropnerlewissanders.com.