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Omya unveils sustainable innovations at K 2025: Spotlight on performance polymer materials, decarbonization and lightweighting

OFTRINGEN, Switzerland, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Omya, a global producer of essential minerals and distributor of specialty materials, will present its latest innovations at K 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, in Düsseldorf. With a strong focus on performance polymers, circularity, decarbonization and lightweighting. Omya will showcase a portfolio of sustainable solutions to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Visit Omya at Hall 6, Booth D75.

Omya's Innovations at the K Show 2025
Omya’s Innovations at the K Show 2025

A key highlight is the launch of Omya Performance Polymers Distribution (OPPD). Formed earlier this year, OPPD combines Omya’s global polymer distribution network with Distrupol, enhancing the company’s ability to serve a dynamic global market with a comprehensive range of high-performance polymers.

Fostering Decarbonization with Mineral Expertise

Omya’s advanced calcium carbonate solutions lower the carbon footprint and improve performance of plastic products. The company offers pre-consumer recycled grades, including Omyaloop FC for general purpose applications and Omya Smartfill 55-AV for engineering materials and biopolymers, verified by Bureau Veritas and produced using green electricity. These grades reduce emissions by up to two-thirds and support compliance with EU sustainability directives.

“Our mineral solutions reduce environmental impact while enhancing performance” said Marco Viel, Vice President of Polymers.

Lightweighting for Performance and Efficiency

Omya’s hollow glass microspheres — Omyasphere 900 series are engineered to significantly reduce product weight while maintaining strength. These lightweight fillers are ideal for automotive, aerospace, and electronics, offering improved flow, higher filler loading, and enhanced thermal and dielectric performance. They support dimensional stability and are suitable for advanced polymer and construction applications.

Performance meets sustainability in hygiene market

New Omyafilm developments enable the production of thinner films without compromising process stability or product quality. Meanwhile, Omyafiber is commercialized to the nonwovens, textiles and carpets industry delivering not only the general advantages of reduced material costs and lower environmental impact, but also technical benefits.

A One-Stop Solution for Polymer Challenges

Beyond minerals, Omya distributes a wide range of specialty materials including bio-based additives and CO₂-reducing solutions through partnerships with leading manufacturers. This integrated approach allows Omya to deliver tailored, high-performance solutions that meet the evolving needs of the plastics industry. With global reach and deep technical expertise, Omya is a trusted partner for innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

Omya invites visitors to meet the team, experience live demonstrations, and discover how Omya is helping shape the future of plastics.

Read more about: Omya at K Show 2025 | Omya

About Omya

Omya is a leading global producer of essential minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Founded in Switzerland in 1884 and privately owned, we employ 9,000 people across 160 plants in 50 countries. Omya provides added-value products and services from responsibly sourced materials to meet the needs of current and future generations.

Customers rely on us for a comprehensive range of sustainable, high-quality products, backed up by exceptional customer service, regulatory advice and quality control.

Performing Arts Festival: Autumn Meteorite 2025 Tokyo

TOKYO, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Tokyo Festival Executive Committee has announced that a bold new international performing arts festival centered at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, Tokyo, will take place from October 1 to November 3. Under the artistic direction of acclaimed playwright and director Toshiki Okada (chelfitsch), the festival launches with missions to create new works, promote artists globally, and foster the next generation of performing arts talent.

Visitors can explore 14 performance programs from Japan and abroad, seven non-performance programs including lectures and workshops, and three “Hello and Welcome” initiatives ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.

With its diverse lineup, organizers invite participants to engage with contemporary performing arts that reflect the world today. And it also creates opportunities to become aware of different realities and reconsider the world through fresh perspectives.

Director’s Message: https://autumnmeteorite.jp/en/2025/about 

Press Release: https://tokyo-festival.box.com/s/ix5hy488qgnq7iwcdxgrv39d2pk2b2vm 

Press Kit: https://tokyo-festival.box.com/s/oegnyfhj21w899ox8elavqi06hosus6a 

Event Overview

Performing Arts Festival: Autumn Meteorite 2025 Tokyo

Dates: Wednesday, October 1-Monday, November 3, 2025

Venues: Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, etc.

Organizer: Tokyo Festival Executive Committee, consisting of Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture)

Support: Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan, Japan Arts Council

Sponsor: Asahi Group Japan, Ltd.

Media Partner: Tokyo Art Beat

Program:

-Opening Program “Another Shape of Reality/Shape of Another Reality”(Japan)

-Toshiki Okada Dance Piece/Theater Piece “Dance Jurors’ Dance”(Japan)

-TMT Autumn Selection Kuranosuke SASAKI solo performance “Jonah”(Romania, Japan)

-Shakespeare’s Wild Sisters Group x NIWA GEKIDAN PENINO “The Bathhouse of Honest Desires”

-Faye Driscoll “Weathering”(USA)

-TMT Autumn Selection “Mary Said What She Said”(USA, France)

-Handa Gote Research & Development “THE THIRD HAND”(Czech Republic)

-YOU BALANCE(Japan)

-Forced Entertainment “Signal to Noise”(UK)

-Utau-Hahagokoro “The Theater*Sing! Dance! Grow! A garden of Hahagokoro –Children’s Clothing is Reincarnation–“(Japan)
*(The asterisk is substituted for a star shaped mark.)

-Xavier Bobes “Things easily forgotten”(Spain)

-SEKITA IKUKO “under take”(Japan)

-TMT Autumn Selection Damien Jalet x Kohei Nawa “Planet(wanderer)*”(France, Japan)
*Parentheses are substituted for square brackets.

-Shin Hanagata “Ergonomic Embryo – Protocell”(Japan)

-Ariel Doron Object Theater Workshop “Professional Edition” “Experimental Edition”

-Civic Creative Base Tokyo (CCBT) x Performing Arts Festival: Autumn Meteorite Tokyo
Future Ideations Camp Vol. 7 Super Sober Shamanism: Exploring Synchronization, Co-presence, and Mimesis through Theatre and Technology

-Hello and Welcome (Attendee Support) and more

KLN Powers Golden Resources Foods’ Supply Chain Transformation Across Hong Kong and Beyond

HONG KONG, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — KLN Logistics Group Limited (“KLN”; Stock Code 0636.HK) is proud to announce its appointment as the fourth-party logistics (4PL) partner for Golden Resources Foods Limited (“GRF”), a subsidiary of Golden Resources Development International Limited (“Golden Resources Group”; Stock Code 0677.HK), a household name in food distribution and retail across Hong Kong and Asia.

This partnership will see KLN manage GRF’s entire supply chain in the Hong Kong and Macau markets, from warehousing and inventory management to distribution and marketing logistics and delivery to China and international markets including the US, Canada, Australia and the UK. GRF is well positioned to broaden its market presence and enhance operational efficiency across diverse retail and foodservice sectors.

The collaboration marks a significant step forward in GRF’s strategic mission to “Make Today Golden for Tomorrow,” by leveraging KLN’s proven track record in food and beverage distribution, holistic logistics solutions and extensive domestic distribution network to enhance operational agility and customer experience.

Vic Cheung, Executive Director and CEO of KLN, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Golden Resources Foods, a brand synonymous with quality and innovation in the F&B sector. Our appointment as their 4PL partner demonstrates KLN’s ability to deliver end-to-end supply chain orchestration for complex, high-volume operations. With this partnership, not only can KLN help strengthen GRF’s supply chain, but we also optimise its international deliveries. Together, we aim to set new benchmarks for speed, transparency and value creation in Hong Kong’s food logistics landscape.”

Anthony Lam, Group CEO of Golden Resources Group cum Chairman of Federation of Hong Kong Industries, said, “As one of the long-standing industrialists in Hong Kong, GRF has not only pioneered in quality household brands but also led in product packaging innovation. KLN’s proven expertise in integrated logistics and its forward-thinking approach make them the ideal partner in supporting GRF to scale effectively both in local and international markets in the coming future. Our alliance enables GRF to focus on our core competence in bringing quality brands and products to every family.”

KLN’s appointment underscores its proven track record and deep expertise in food and beverage logistics, delivering tailored, end-to-end solutions that meet the evolving needs of the industry.

About KLN Logistics Group Limited (Stock Code 0636.HK)

KLN (formerly Kerry Logistics Network Limited) is an Asia-based, global 3PL with a highly diversified business portfolio and extensive coverage in Asia. It offers a broad range of supply chain solutions from integrated logistics, international freight forwarding (air, ocean, road, rail and multimodal) and e-commerce to industrial project logistics and infrastructure investment.

With a global presence across 59 countries and territories, KLN has established a solid foothold in half of the world’s emerging markets. Its diverse infrastructure, extensive coverage in international gateways and local expertise span across the Mainland of China, India, Southeast Asia, the CIS, Middle East, LATAM and other locations.

KLN generated a revenue* of close to HK$60 billion in 2024. It is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index.

* For continuing operations only

About Golden Resources Group (Stock Code 0677.HK)

Founded in 1946, Golden Resources Group was formerly known as Yuen Loong Trading Company. In the 1950s, the Group obtained a rice import license in Hong Kong and started a vertically integrated business, including rice import, wholesale, warehousing and distribution. 

The Group was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 1991. Golden Resources has transformed from a local rice industry trading and distribution company into a Group with three core pillar businesses, including (1) Establishing a vertical integration platform through the rice industry to provide its own and other FMCG brands in local and specific markets with services through retail, catering and online store channels; (2) Create the strongest international convenience store brand in Vietnam and become the first international convenience store brand with network and logistics covering the north and south regions in the country; (3) Invest in Niseko Hirafu Ski in Japan and create a new retailtainment hub.

DataCanvas Releases ANC Platform in Indonesia, Accelerating the Construction of an Inclusive Computing Power Network in Southeast Asia

BALI, Indonesia, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At the recently held AI Infrastructure Summit NeutraDC Summit 2025, Dr. Miao Xu, Chief AI Scientist of DataCanvas, officially launched the AI Data Center integrated resource management platform Alaya NeW Command (ANC), accelerating the deep implementation of AI infrastructure technology in Southeast Asia. This release marks an important milestone in DataCanvas efforts to advance the construction of the “Computing Power Corridor” and represents a significant breakthrough in the global expansion of its intelligent computing standards

The Southeast Asian AIDC market is demonstrating vigorous growth, with an average annual growth rate of over 15%, making it a significant force in global digital infrastructure construction. Dr. Miao Xu stated that, as a key strategic pivot for DataCanvas in overseas markets, the launch of the ANC product will help local customers leverage inclusive computing power to build and manage intelligent computing infrastructure more efficiently. 

It is understood that ANC focuses on enterprise-level AI computing power demands. As an integrated resource management platform for AI Data Center, it provides core capabilities such as rapid deployment of instances and clusters (CPU, GPU and Storage) required for model training and inference, multi-tenant security isolation, and visual resource operation and maintenance. It supports the abstraction and management of underlying hardware resources through multi-level virtualization technology, offering elastic and isolated computing, storage, and network services to upper layers. Additionally, it supports diverse resource deployment modes, from bare metal servers and virtual machines to Kubernetes clusters. 

In practice, the application of the ANC product has helped users achieve accelerated model training and inference and effectively simplified the management of multi-tenant cloud infrastructure. It aids users in reducing costs and improving efficiency across multiple dimensions, including cost, resource utilization, and security. Currently, DataCanvas is experiencing rapid growth in key overseas markets. Leveraging its mature engineering capabilities in AI computing power infrastructure construction, it offers full-stack solutions tailored to the developmental stages of different countries—ranging from the construction and operation of AI Data Center to lightweight computing power service modules suitable for all scale enterprises. The company will continue to increase its investment in global inclusive AI infrastructure, building a worldwide “symbiotic network” of inclusive computing power. 

DataCanvas Releases ANC Platform in Indonesia, Accelerating the Construction of an Inclusive Computing Power Network in Southeast Asia

BALI, Indonesia, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At the recently held AI Infrastructure Summit NeutraDC Summit 2025, Dr. Miao Xu, Chief AI Scientist of DataCanvas, officially launched the AI Data Center integrated resource management platform Alaya NeW Command (ANC), accelerating the deep implementation of AI infrastructure technology in Southeast Asia. This release marks an important milestone in DataCanvas efforts to advance the construction of the “Computing Power Corridor” and represents a significant breakthrough in the global expansion of its intelligent computing standards

The Southeast Asian AIDC market is demonstrating vigorous growth, with an average annual growth rate of over 15%, making it a significant force in global digital infrastructure construction. Dr. Miao Xu stated that, as a key strategic pivot for DataCanvas in overseas markets, the launch of the ANC product will help local customers leverage inclusive computing power to build and manage intelligent computing infrastructure more efficiently. 

It is understood that ANC focuses on enterprise-level AI computing power demands. As an integrated resource management platform for AI Data Center, it provides core capabilities such as rapid deployment of instances and clusters (CPU, GPU and Storage) required for model training and inference, multi-tenant security isolation, and visual resource operation and maintenance. It supports the abstraction and management of underlying hardware resources through multi-level virtualization technology, offering elastic and isolated computing, storage, and network services to upper layers. Additionally, it supports diverse resource deployment modes, from bare metal servers and virtual machines to Kubernetes clusters. 

In practice, the application of the ANC product has helped users achieve accelerated model training and inference and effectively simplified the management of multi-tenant cloud infrastructure. It aids users in reducing costs and improving efficiency across multiple dimensions, including cost, resource utilization, and security. Currently, DataCanvas is experiencing rapid growth in key overseas markets. Leveraging its mature engineering capabilities in AI computing power infrastructure construction, it offers full-stack solutions tailored to the developmental stages of different countries—ranging from the construction and operation of AI Data Center to lightweight computing power service modules suitable for all scale enterprises. The company will continue to increase its investment in global inclusive AI infrastructure, building a worldwide “symbiotic network” of inclusive computing power. 

CMEF 2025: Promoting Holistic and High-Quality Development of Medical and Health Industry

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 92nd China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF 2025) Autumn Exhibition is set to take place from September 26 to 29 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Canton Fair Complex) in Guangzhou. Themed “Health, Innovation, Collaboration,” the tradeshow will bring together the global healthcare industry to explore new opportunities for high-quality development.

As an international top-tier exhibition covering the entire industry chain, CMEF unites global stakeholders to drive high‑quality healthcare growth through innovation showcases, partnerships and branding, academic exchange, trend insights, and training. CMEF 2025 will span nearly 200,000 m² and attract about 4,000 companies and 120,000 professionals.

The fair will feature 28 themed zones spanning medical imaging, in vitro diagnostics, surgical robots, smart healthcare, and more—showcasing the full ecosystem from upstream R&D to end‑user applications. Focus areas include smart technology innovation, supply‑chain collaboration, international resource integration, precision medicine, and solutions for an aging population.

Meanwhile, CMEF 2025 will host 60+ conferences and forums across policy and industry—from healthy lifestyles and public hospitals to medical AI, device digitalization, imaging, IVD, rehab/elder care, home health, the silver economy, chronic disease, emergency response, smart health, veterinary medicine, and global regulations—featuring 1,000+ experts.

The International Exhibition of CMEF 2025 will feature leading companies from 20+ countries and regions, including the U.S., Singapore, Malaysia, and Germany. Diplomats and industry association leaders will provide practical guidance on medical device export rules—using real cases to clarify compliance—and host tailored networking and promotion sessions to foster cross‑border partnerships and innovation.

CMEF 2025 will debut the ‘International Healthy Lifestyle Fair (IHL)’ alongside two flagship events: the inaugural CMEF Health Promotion Conference and a Healthy Living Carnival. This initiative creates a comprehensive, cross-industry hub for healthy lifestyles, fostering a full-cycle ecosystem covering prevention, intervention, and management. It delivers a holistic Chinese approach to global health promotion—one that integrates cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking policies, and human-centered values.

Designed for premium, health‑focused consumers and professionals, this initiative unites routine care, fitness, mental resilience, and eco‑conscious living to deliver holistic solutions across all life stages.

Leveraging CMEF’s global reputation, the showcase features 1,000+ products—smart wearables, home health tech, chronic/aging care, intelligent home systems, sports/beauty, TCM, and pet health—advancing accessible health innovation.

IHL signals CMEF’s shift from a purely professional trade show to a “medical + consumer” hybrid platform—and a global proving ground for health tech and public wellness. The exhibition will feature:

  • Medical consumables: smarter, more precise, eco‑friendly solutions for heart failure and vascular intervention (pVAD, IABP, EECP systems, non‑invasive cardiac output monitors, natural vascular stents, intracranial PBM devices, hemostatic closure devices).
  • Medical robotics: next‑gen systems, including laparoscopic surgical robots.
  • Smart health: AI‑driven chronic disease management, wearables, and 5G remote surgery advancing precision medicine.
  • IVD and early screening: breakthroughs in early cancer detection, POCT, and molecular diagnostics.

For more information and to register to attend, please visit: https://reg.reed-sinopharm.com/pc/#/login?id=c534464e36a54dd494454150b90dbaff&channelUuid=265ea689341948529bab064c61a3c712.

CMEF 2025: Promoting Holistic and High-Quality Development of Medical and Health Industry

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 92nd China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF 2025) Autumn Exhibition is set to take place from September 26 to 29 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Canton Fair Complex) in Guangzhou. Themed “Health, Innovation, Collaboration,” the tradeshow will bring together the global healthcare industry to explore new opportunities for high-quality development.

As an international top-tier exhibition covering the entire industry chain, CMEF unites global stakeholders to drive high‑quality healthcare growth through innovation showcases, partnerships and branding, academic exchange, trend insights, and training. CMEF 2025 will span nearly 200,000 m² and attract about 4,000 companies and 120,000 professionals.

The fair will feature 28 themed zones spanning medical imaging, in vitro diagnostics, surgical robots, smart healthcare, and more—showcasing the full ecosystem from upstream R&D to end‑user applications. Focus areas include smart technology innovation, supply‑chain collaboration, international resource integration, precision medicine, and solutions for an aging population.

Meanwhile, CMEF 2025 will host 60+ conferences and forums across policy and industry—from healthy lifestyles and public hospitals to medical AI, device digitalization, imaging, IVD, rehab/elder care, home health, the silver economy, chronic disease, emergency response, smart health, veterinary medicine, and global regulations—featuring 1,000+ experts.

The International Exhibition of CMEF 2025 will feature leading companies from 20+ countries and regions, including the U.S., Singapore, Malaysia, and Germany. Diplomats and industry association leaders will provide practical guidance on medical device export rules—using real cases to clarify compliance—and host tailored networking and promotion sessions to foster cross‑border partnerships and innovation.

CMEF 2025 will debut the ‘International Healthy Lifestyle Fair (IHL)’ alongside two flagship events: the inaugural CMEF Health Promotion Conference and a Healthy Living Carnival. This initiative creates a comprehensive, cross-industry hub for healthy lifestyles, fostering a full-cycle ecosystem covering prevention, intervention, and management. It delivers a holistic Chinese approach to global health promotion—one that integrates cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking policies, and human-centered values.

Designed for premium, health‑focused consumers and professionals, this initiative unites routine care, fitness, mental resilience, and eco‑conscious living to deliver holistic solutions across all life stages.

Leveraging CMEF’s global reputation, the showcase features 1,000+ products—smart wearables, home health tech, chronic/aging care, intelligent home systems, sports/beauty, TCM, and pet health—advancing accessible health innovation.

IHL signals CMEF’s shift from a purely professional trade show to a “medical + consumer” hybrid platform—and a global proving ground for health tech and public wellness. The exhibition will feature:

  • Medical consumables: smarter, more precise, eco‑friendly solutions for heart failure and vascular intervention (pVAD, IABP, EECP systems, non‑invasive cardiac output monitors, natural vascular stents, intracranial PBM devices, hemostatic closure devices).
  • Medical robotics: next‑gen systems, including laparoscopic surgical robots.
  • Smart health: AI‑driven chronic disease management, wearables, and 5G remote surgery advancing precision medicine.
  • IVD and early screening: breakthroughs in early cancer detection, POCT, and molecular diagnostics.

For more information and to register to attend, please visit: https://reg.reed-sinopharm.com/pc/#/login?id=c534464e36a54dd494454150b90dbaff&channelUuid=265ea689341948529bab064c61a3c712.

Laos Ranks 13th Among World’s Fastest-Growing Tourism Destinations

Laos has been recognized as one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations in 2024, ranking 13th globally.

The Southeast Asian nation recorded a 25.3 percent increase in international arrivals in 2024 compared with the previous year, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

In 2024, Laos welcomed over 4.1 million, nearly one million higher than in 2023. The majority of visitors came from Thailand, Vietnam, and China.

Across the Southeast Asia region, Vietnam recorded the strongest growth, ranking 4th worldwide with a 38.6 percent increase. 

Thailand followed with 26.3 percent growth (12th globally), Malaysia rose by 24.2 percent (15th), Cambodia was up 22.87 percent (16th), and Singapore registered 21.22 percent (20th).

As of July this year, Laos has already attracted more than 2.3 million visitors, up from 2.1 million during the same period last year. With this momentum, the country is on track to surpass its 2025 target of 4.3 million tourists.

Globally, South Korea led the UNWTO growth rankings with a 48.82 percent increase in arrivals, followed by Japan (47.09 percent) and Chile (40.42 percent).

Meanwhile, France remains the world’s most visited country with over 102 million arrivals in 2024.