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Pioneering Fashion Brand’s “Runway Show with Performance” Crossover Performance: “China’s No.1 Live Fashion Brand” UR Achieves New Global Breakthrough

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On September 23, URBAN REVIVO (UR), China’s leading trend-setting fast fashion brand, teamed up with Tmall for the third time to launch a spectacular Super Brand Day fashion gala at Shanghai’s 1862 Fashion and Art Center. Centered around the theme “Playing with Fashion, Defining Your Own Style,” the event brought together a star-studded lineup and cross-border musical performances to create a groundbreaking fashion experience that blended avant-garde aesthetics with multisensory engagement.

UR's Tmall Super Brand Day fashion gala held in Shanghai
UR’s Tmall Super Brand Day fashion gala held in Shanghai

The evening featured headline appearances by UR Global Brand Ambassador Zhong Chuxi, musician Henry Lau, and vocalist Faouzia Ouihya. They were joined by UR Brand Friends Chen Hongyi, Lin Muran, Yi Anxi, Yan Biguo, Yu Zhen, and Zhen Yu, who attended the runway show and collectively witnessed UR’s diverse fashion appeal. The gala concluded with a historic moment as UR was officially certified by Euromonitor International as China’s No.1 Trend-Driven Fast Fashion Brand” in both retail sales and store count. This accolade cements UR’s position as an industry leader and underscores our role as a benchmark for innovation and value-driven transformation in the fast fashion sector.

UR Global Brand Ambassador Zhong Chuxi, musician Henry Lau, and vocalist Faouzia Ouihya made appearances at the gala.
UR Global Brand Ambassador Zhong Chuxi, musician Henry Lau, and vocalist Faouzia Ouihya made appearances at the gala.

Cross-Border Resonance: UR Redefines Immersive Avant-Garde Experiences

Challenging the limitations of traditional runway shows, UR debuted a groundbreaking “singer + runway show” model for the first time in the industry. By seamlessly integrating live music with fashion exhibition, the brand created an immersive, multisensory avant-garde experience for the audience.

Exclusive, custom-designed looks by UR’s design team became the evening’s visual highlights, perfectly complementing the star performances. UR Global Brand Ambassador Zhong Chuxi captivated in a sleek black tailored ensemble paired with a bold cape, embodying modern confidence. Musician Henry Lau and vocalist Faouzia Ouihya delivered powerful performances, with their outfits perfectly aligning with their stage presence, allowing fashion and artistic expression to merge organically. The event opened with Faouzia in an elegant white gown, her melodious vocals intertwining with models’ strides. Henry Lau debuted a full performance of his new single “Closer to You,” building palpable tension and culminating in a climactic atmosphere.


Spanning Day and Night: UR Redefines Urban Style with a New Narrative

The entire show, themed “Reflected City”, focused on the symbiotic relationship between urban life and fashion. Through three chapters—”Urban Vogue”, “Playful Whimsy”, and “Midnight Safari”, the show wove together narratives of style across different day and night moments in the city. From the sharpness of commuting, to the relaxation of weekends, and the vibrancy of midnight, UR used clothing as a medium to capture the lifestyles and emotional states of contemporary urbanites. The collection infused avant-garde aesthetics into wearable, everyday designs, redefining modern city dressing.

The opening chapter, “Urban Vogue,” set the scene within a metropolitan workplace context. Models strutted in suits and outerwear defined by sharp, geometric cuts, with silhouettes echoing the lines and structure of modern architecture. By breaking away from the stale stereotypes of office attire, this series expanded the possibilities of commuter wear, blending precision and personality to elevate everyday professional style. set the scene within a metropolitan workplace context.

The second chapter, the “Playful Whimsy” transitioned into a more relaxed aesthetic expression. This collection emphasized soft fabrics and loose silhouettes, using muted tones and fluid designs to convey the unique laziness and soothing ambiance of weekends, offering city dwellers gentle yet sophisticated styling options that embody comfort and serenity.

The finale, “Midnight Safari”, delivered a dramatic exploration of the city after dark. Drawing inspiration from neon lights and urban architecture, the designs featured leather, metallic textures, and bold material contrasts, embodying experimentation and daring creativity. This chapter captured the spirit of the night, celebrating individuality and expressive freedom through striking, avant-garde pieces designed for the city’s most vibrant nocturnal moments and delivered a dramatic exploration of the city after dark.

UR's
UR’s “Reflected City” themed fashion show.

The show presented UR’s complete new-season collection, weaving together these three chapters into a cohesive narrative. By deeply integrating fashion with the realities of urban living, UR demonstrated our aesthetic philosophy, while meeting the diverse style needs of today’s modern consumers across every scenario—from work to leisure, and day to night.

Guided by its “Born Global” strategy, UR is redefining the fast fashion paradigm.

This show was not only a concentrated display of UR’s design aesthetics but also a cultural event with a global perspective. From musical arrangement and visual presentation to fashion execution, every segment reflected the brand’s mature international expression.

At the core of this vision lies UR’s global design ecosystem, built through our strategic worldwide presence. With synchronized design centers in Asia and Europe and a team of over 500 designers, UR interprets global trends through a forward-looking lens while seamlessly integrating local cultural influences. Beyond products, UR collaborates with internationally renowned photographer teams to create distinctive seasonal aesthetic campaigns, constructing a unique visual narrative that consistently reinforces our diverse, avant-garde aesthetic style and international brand vision.

Since founding, UR has carried a global DNA, consistently committed to integrating and synergizing high-quality resources worldwide while driving deep collaboration across design, creativity, and supply chain. Today, UR has moved beyond the stage of mere “product globalization” and is fully stepping into a new era of “aesthetic globalization”—transcending traditional scale-based competition to rebuild a fashion language system with global resonance.

The UR x Tmall Super Brand Day fashion gala showcased the brand’s deepened global strategy and elevated industry influence. Looking ahead, UR will continue to leverage innovative business models and a global design language to steer the fast fashion industry from a “scale-oriented” to a “value-driven” approach, constructing a new fashion paradigm that integrates design, culture, and experience—offering global consumers fashion encounters with greater aesthetic depth and emotional connection.

*Data source for “China’s No.1 Brand in Both Retail Sales and Store Count for Trend-setting Fast Fashion”: Euromonitor Information Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., based on the retail sales revenue (RMB) of each trend-setting fast fashion brand in mainland China in 2024 and the number of stores as of the end of 2024. Trend-setting fast fashion brands refer to apparel brands that focus on quickly capturing and translating current fashion trends, offering diverse styles at affordable prices through rapid iteration (development-to-launch cycle <3 weeks) and high-frequency new arrivals (>1 time/week). Research was completed in July 2025.

Mission number 2025: Olymptrade is Supporting Indonesians in need


KINGSTOWN, SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 September 2025 – Olymptrade, a global trading platform, launched a charity campaign in Cipanas, Indonesia, to support those who are often overlooked: elderly people living in poverty and without family assistance. This isn’t just a vague plan, but real, direct help delivered where it’s urgently needed.

charity

The campaign began on September 11 at the YUM Community Center, where Olymptrade distributed 200 care boxes filled with essential items including rice, mung beans, sugar, milk, honey and eggs. Free eye check-ups were also provided, with a follow-up planned in October to deliver glasses to those who need them.

The project is designed as a long-term effort. Olymptrade plans to continue distributing around 200 boxes every month, aiming to reach approximately 1,000 people by the end of the year.

Local traders and members of the Olymptrade community joined the event to assist in the distribution, further strengthening the ties between the platform and the people it supports.

Updates, photos and stories about the initiative will be available on Olymptrade’s official social media channels, where the company will continue to highlight its efforts to empower the Cipanas community.

Olymptrade also encourages audiences to take part in charitable initiatives and support people in need. The campaign underlines the company’s core philosophy: Care that counts, transforming care into concrete action.

Hashtag: #Olymptrade

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Swiss-Belhotel International wins Corporate Excellence Award


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 September 2025 – Swiss-Belhotel International, a global hospitality management group, is proud to announce it has been awarded the Corporate Excellence Award at the prestigious Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025.

[From left] Sarjit Singh, Senior Advisor, Deloitte & Touche LLP and APEA 2025 Jury member, Edward Faull, Senior Vice President - Technical Services and Projects, and SVP - Operations & Development - Vietnam and Central Asia, Swiss-Belhotel International, Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President, Swiss-Belhotel International, Matthew Faull, Senior Vice President of E-commerce, Distribution & IT, Swiss-Belhotel International, Richard Tsang, President, Enterprise Asia.
[From left] Sarjit Singh, Senior Advisor, Deloitte & Touche LLP and APEA 2025 Jury member, Edward Faull, Senior Vice President – Technical Services and Projects, and SVP – Operations & Development – Vietnam and Central Asia, Swiss-Belhotel International, Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President, Swiss-Belhotel International, Matthew Faull, Senior Vice President of E-commerce, Distribution & IT, Swiss-Belhotel International, Richard Tsang, President, Enterprise Asia.

The award ceremony, held recently at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore, recognized the company’s commitment to entrepreneurial and corporate excellence.

Chairman and President, Gavin M. Faull, along with Matthew Faull, Senior Vice President of E-commerce, Distribution & IT, and Edward Faull, Senior Vice President – Technical Services and Projects, and SVP – Operations & Development – Vietnam and Central Asia, were honored to accept the award on behalf of the company.

In his remarks, Mr. Faull said, “Receiving this award is nothing short of extraordinary. It is a testament to the hard work, passion, and perseverance of our entire team across the globe. We are incredibly proud of this achievement, which reaffirms our strategy of sustainable growth and our ability to adapt to evolving market demands while maintaining the highest standards of hospitality.”

“I personally thank every member of our team for their unwavering commitment,” he continued. “Your passion and professionalism are the foundation of our success. As we look ahead, we will continue to set new milestones, seize new opportunities, and further empower our exceptional team.”

With a diverse portfolio of over 150+ hotels and a presence in 20 countries, Swiss-Belhotel International continues to be a leader in the global hospitality industry. The company is recognized for its world-class management models, multi-brand strategy, and owner-centric approach.

The APEA award is a prestigious award recognizing entrepreneurial excellence, which encourages innovation and growth in entrepreneurship. This recognition is a powerful testament to Swiss-Belhotel International’s core philosophy of “Passion and Professionalism™” , celebrating the dedication of its global team.
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About Swiss-Belhotel International

Swiss-Belhotel International operates in 20 countries, managing 150+* hotels, resorts, and projects across New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, with regional offices in Hong Kong, New Zealand, Australia, China, Indonesia, UAE, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. Committed to delivering world-class hospitality, the group also offers the Swiss-Belexecutive Card (SBEC), a loyalty program providing many benefits, discounts from 10% to 35% on rooms, dining, and other services, plus priority check-in, complimentary upgrades, and late check-out. No collecting points, no waiting for redemption, with the free-to-join Green Global tier, members can enjoy instant discounts from their first stay! Experience more with the SBEC Loyalty Programme—. Stay connected with us on , , , and for the latest updates and exclusive benefits. Visit for more information.

Solas Fiduciary Services Launches Dubai Office to Power Global Growth

DUBAI, UAE and SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Solas Fiduciary Services (Solas), a privately owned leader in directorships & corporate governance, has opened a new office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The move marks a significant milestone in Solas’ strategy to strengthen its presence across key financial hubs worldwide.

Martin O’Regan, Managing Director of Solas Fiduciary Services (right), with Jonathan Beardall, Vice President – Head of Wealth & Asset Management at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority (left). Solas Fiduciary Services has launched its new office at DIFC, expanding its independent directorship and corporate governance expertise into the Middle East’s leading financial hub.
Martin O’Regan, Managing Director of Solas Fiduciary Services (right), with Jonathan Beardall, Vice President – Head of Wealth & Asset Management at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority (left). Solas Fiduciary Services has launched its new office at DIFC, expanding its independent directorship and corporate governance expertise into the Middle East’s leading financial hub.

The Dubai office will allow Solas to provide clients with direct access to its international expertise, delivered in the centre of the region’s leading financial hub.

“We are delighted to open our new Dubai office,” said Martin O’Regan, Managing Director at Solas Fiduciary Services. “This expansion enables us to extend the trusted services we already provide in Singapore and Hong Kong to clients entering the Middle East. Being in the heart of a thriving financial ecosystem and close to leading global fund managers will accelerate our growth and enhance the value we deliver.”

As Asia’s only privately owned pure-play directorship firm, Solas identified the Middle East as the natural next step. “Dubai’s commitment to building a transparent, well-regulated onshore environment aligns seamlessly with our own values,” added Director Corina Quah. “We are grateful to Salmaan Jaffery, Jonathan Beardall and Roula Omran at the DIFC Authority for their warm welcome and efficient support throughout our application process.”

“Our strength lies in combining a global network with deep regional insight,” O’Regan concluded. “We are committed to delivering exceptional governance, supporting existing clients across the Middle East and forging strong new partnerships.”

About Solas Fiduciary Services

Founded in 2016, Solas Fiduciary Services is a privately owned firm specialising in directorships & corporate governance. With offices in Singapore, Hong Kong & Dubai, Solas is Asia’s only independent pure-play directorship provider.

The firm’s team of experienced professional directors bring expertise across key international jurisdictions including Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Cayman Islands, Dubai, British Virgin Islands & Bermuda.

Solas provides more than governance: services include board support, fund structuring, service provider selection, regulatory analysis & ongoing advisory. With a network that spans the Americas, Caribbean, Europe, MENA & Asia-Pacific, Solas helps clients navigate complexity & achieve success across the entire fund lifecycle.

 

Trip.com Launches “Go Thailand” Campaign with Tourism Authority of Thailand, Offering Up to 50%* Discounts* for Travelers

Exclusive offers on hotels, flights and activities available every Wednesday through 31 October 2025

BANGKOK, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com, a leading global travel service provider, announced its “Go Thailand” campaign, developed in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), offering travelers from 16 international markets exclusive discounts of up to 50%* on Thailand hotels, flights, and local activities. The campaign runs from 9 September – 31 October 2025, with special “Big Wednesday” deals refreshed weekly.


The Go Thailand campaign is available exclusively on Trip.com’s platform and mobile app, targeting travelers from key source markets across Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, and Europe. Markets include Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, and other strategic locations where demand for Thailand travel remains strong.

Campaign Highlights

Travelers can access special discounts of up to 50%* on essential Thailand travel products, including hotel accommodations across all major Thai destinations, domestic and international flights to and within Thailand, and local activities, attractions, and experiences

Every Wednesday throughout the campaign period, Trip.com releases new exclusive coupons and flash deals, providing multiple opportunities for travelers to secure maximum savings on their Thailand bookings.

The Go Thailand campaign’s simultaneous activation across 16 markets. Each market has been carefully curated with localized offers and culturally relevant messaging to maximize engagement and conversion. This targeted approach ensures that whether travelers are seeking Bangkok’s urban excitement, Phuket’s pristine beaches, or Chiang Mai’s cultural treasures, they can access tailored deals that match their preferences and budgets.

Countries and Regions

Discount Details

Links

Thailand

Save 50% on flights and hotels, get 750 Baht Thai Airways coupons, and enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Free attraction tickets. Special 99 Baht deals and discounts on top hotels available every Wednesday.*

https://th.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-th&curr=thb

Hong Kong

Book a Thailand flight / flight + hotel package enjoy up to 50% OFF and HK$199 One-price Hotels. Grab the Loi Krathong early bird discount every Wednesday!*

https://hk.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=zh-hk&curr=hkd

Singapore

Save S$50-S$100 on flights and hotels, plus up to S$200 OFF when you bundle both together. Catch flash sale hotels and explore from Bangkok to Phuket with special Wednesday offers.*

https://sg.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-sg&curr=sgd

Malaysia

Experience the best of Thailand, from Bangkok to Phuket, with our special offers every Wednesday*

https://my.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-my&curr=myr

South Korea

Weekly Wednesday Thailand Deal! 50% off flights and hotels to Thailand every Wednesday*

https://kr.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=ko-kr&curr=krw

Taiwan

Thailand flights from $99 with 12% cashback on flight + hotel bookings. Thailand hotels from $999  on  every Wednesday at 12pm noon. Score 50% off flight codes weekly on Wednesdays (*selected airlines only) plus 50% off flight + hotel bundles.*

https://tw.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=zh-tw&curr=twd

Vietnam

Enjoy 50% OFF, big offer, dropping every Wednesday 12PM!*

https://vn.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=vi-vn&curr=vnd

Indonesia

Enjoy Your Flash Coupon Drop Every Wednesday 12PM up to Rp400K OFF For Hotels & Flights*

https://id.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=id-id&curr=idr

 Philippines

Explore Thailand and enjoy extra discount vouchers up to ₱1,500 OFF on your next flight and hotel booking!*

https://ph.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-ph&curr=php

United Kingdom

 Save up to £50 on flight + hotel packages or up to £40 on flights*

https://uk.trip.com/sale/w/16431/visit-thailand.html?locale=en-gb&curr=gbp

Germany

Save up to 70 € on flights and hotels*

https://de.trip.com/sale/w/16641/reisen-thailand.html?locale=de-de&curr=eur

France

Save up to 70 € on flights and hotels*

https://fr.trip.com/sale/w/24019/visiter-thailande.html?locale=fr-fr&curr=eur

Spain

Save up to 70 € on flights and hotels*

https://es.trip.com/sale/w/24012/visitar-tailandia.html?locale=es-es&curr=eur

Japan

Get one ticket free to Bangkok! Enjoy up to 3,000 yen coupon on flight and hotel!*

https://jp.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=ja-jp&curr=jpy

Russia

Save up to 50% OFF*

https://ru.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=ru-ru&curr=rub

Australia

Take $50 off your flight for a limited time!*

https://au.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-au&curr=aud

United States

$80 Flight Promo Code  and up to50% OFF for hotels*

https://us.trip.com/sale/w/26497/go-thailand.html?locale=en-us&curr=usd

 

Discover Thailand’s Unique Treasures


From the vibrant street markets and golden temples of Bangkok to the crystal-clear waters of Phi Phi Islands, Thailand offers experiences that captivate every type of traveler. The Go Thailand campaign makes it the perfect time to explore the Land of Smiles, whether you’re seeking adventure in the northern mountains of Chiang Mai, wellness retreats in Koh Samui, or the legendary Thai hospitality that makes every visitor feel at home.

Thailand’s appeal lies in its incredible diversity – ancient culture meets modern dynamism, bustling cities complement serene beaches, and world-class luxury coexists with authentic local experiences,” added Edison Chen. “Through our exclusive offers and comprehensive travel solutions, we’re making it easier than ever for travelers to discover why Thailand remains one of the world’s most beloved destinations. With savings of up to 50%* available every Wednesday, there’s never been a better time to experience the magic of Thailand.”


Travelers can access the Go Thailand campaign offers exclusively through the Trip.com platform including the mobile app, desktop website, and mobile website, with customer support available in multiple languages to assist with bookings and travel planning.

*Subject to the Terms and Conditions. The prices are before applicable services, taxes, and fees. All promotional offers are available on a first-come, first-served basis within the specified period and while stocks last. 

About Trip.com

Trip.com is an international one-stop travel service provider, available in 24 languages across 39 countries and regions in 35 local currencies. Offering an extensive hotel and flight network of more than 1.5 million hotels and flights from over 640 airlines, along with over 200,000 attraction and tour products, Trip.com covers 3,400 airports in 220 countries and regions. Trip.com‘s world-class 24/7 multilingual customer service helps to ‘create the best travel experience’ for its millions of customers worldwide. To book your next trip, visit trip.com.

From Market Leader to Trendsetter: UR Sets a New Global Narrative as China’s No.1 Live Fashion Brand

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On the evening of September 23, URBAN REVIVO (UR), China’s leading live fashion brand, teamed up with Tmall for the third time to launch a spectacular Super Brand Day fashion gala at Shanghai’s 1862 Fashion and Art Center. Breaking away from the traditional fashion show format, the event created an immersive, avant-garde experience by blending global music and fashion in a groundbreaking crossover.

UR's Tmall Super Brand Day fashion gala held in Shanghai
UR’s Tmall Super Brand Day fashion gala held in Shanghai

UR's
UR’s “Reflected City” themed fashion show.

In a historic moment, UR was officially certified on-site by Euromonitor International as China’s No.1 brand in both retail sales and store count for trend-driven fast fashion. Achieving this in just 19 years, UR became the first Chinese fast fashion brand to surpass international giants in these two core metrics on the mainland—marking a pivotal milestone in the evolution of the fast fashion industry.

UR Receives Certification as
UR Receives Certification as “China’s Top Brand in Both Retail Sales and Store Count for Trend-setting Fast Fashion”

Elevating the Experience: Redefining Fashion Retail with “Global Design” and Bespoke Store Concepts

UR’s achievement of being recognized as “China’s top brand in both retail sales and store count for trend-setting fast fashion” reflects the brand’s systematic innovation beyond the traditional fast fashion model centered on “speed and imitation.” With visionary design and customized store experiences as dual engines, UR is redefining how consumers engage with fashion—shifting the industry’s competitive focus from mass production to creativity and value-driven innovation.

Founded in 2006, UR has consistently centered its brand around “play fashion”,  accurately discerning the fashion needs of Chinese consumers and leading shifts in trend directions. In terms of design strategy, the brand has established dual design centers in Asia and Europe, building a global design team of over 500 designers. The overseas design center focuses on product development for the European and American markets, effectively enabling the synergy between global creative resources and localized market strategies.

Moving away from the standardized, mass-market store model of traditional fast fashion, UR has embraced a strategy combining luxury flagship stores with bespoke, localized concepts to elevate the offline shopping experience. With over 400 stores worldwide, UR approaches each location as a distinctive fashion destination—from site selection and architectural aesthetics to product curation and display. Through the seamless interplay of space, music, and storytelling, each store offers an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience, strengthening the emotional bond between consumers and the brand consumption scenarios, enhancing consumers’ brand perception across diverse contexts.

From product innovation to spatial experience, UR continues to strengthen its global aesthetic discourse system and brand distinctiveness. It has not only secured a leading position in the Chinese market but has also established a new business paradigm marked by “design-driven” and “experience-first” approaches worldwide, offering fresh perspectives for the transformation and development of the fast fashion industry.

Starting from “No.1”: Forging a New Global Paradigm

For UR, reaching the top as China’s No.1 is not the culmination of its journey, but rather the starting point of a new chapter—one aimed at reshaping the future landscape of the global fast fashion industry. From day one, UR has carried an international DNA, consistently connecting with global consumers through its inherently global vision and aesthetic philosophy.

Guided by a strategy of steady expansion and focused investment in core markets, UR has been methodically advancing its global footprint. This year marks a milestone in its globalization journey: the grand opening of our flagship store in New York’s SOHO district and the consecutive establishment of two stores in London’s core business areas. These strategic moves underscore UR’s determination to enter mainstream global fashion markets and reflect our strategic evolution from “brand globalization” to “aesthetic globalization” that weaves seamlessly into local culture.

To date, UR has successfully entered markets including the United Kingdom, United States, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines, with over 20 overseas stores. Its online sales network extensively covers Europe, North America, and other international markets, steadily building a retail ecosystem with genuine global influence.

Following the certification as China’s No.1 brand in both retail sales and store count, UR has begun to export a new, innovation-driven model for the fast fashion industry worldwide. .As our international footprint grows and our global influence strengthens, UR is achieving a multidimensional transformation—from brand globalization, to aesthetic globalization, and ultimately to the globalization of our business model. By blending global design sensibilities with deeply localized cultural integration, UR is setting new benchmarks for how fashion brands connect with diverse markets.

*Data source for “China’s No.1 Brand in Both Retail Sales and Store Count for Trend-setting Fast Fashion”: Euromonitor Information Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., based on the retail sales revenue (RMB) of each trend-setting fast fashion brand in mainland China in 2024 and the number of stores as of the end of 2024. Trend-setting fast fashion brands refer to apparel brands that focus on quickly capturing and translating current fashion trends, offering diverse styles at affordable prices through rapid iteration (development-to-launch cycle <3 weeks) and high-frequency new arrivals (>1 time/week). Research was completed in July 2025.

Meta, Volvo and Writers at Work Lead the Conversation on WhatsApp with Omnichat

SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Omnichat, a leading omnichannel AI customer experience platform, recently held its Commerce Leadership Forum 2025 Series consecutively at the Meta Singapore and Meta Malaysia offices. Attendees benefited from enlightening discussions and insights shared by speakers from global social media giant Meta, premium automotive brand Volvo Car Malaysia, English and writing enrichment chain WRITERS AT WORK. The forums served as a premier platform to delve into the transformative impact of AI, data-driven insights, and the WhatsApp Business Platform on the landscape of customer engagement.

There is a fundamental shift in business-to-customer interaction, stating that messaging businesses is a way of life worldwide. This transformation is vividly illustrated by the recent statistics recorded in Meta’s 2023 and 2024 earnings: a staggering 1 billion people connect with a business account across Meta’s messaging services weekly. Vicky Yiu, APAC Strategic Partnership Manager of Meta highlighted the immense reach and potential of messaging as a primary channel for customer engagement. WhatsApp Business Platform is essential in the changing business landscape. Vicky also emphasised the growing importance of “WhatsApp Flows,” which allow businesses to create interactive, step-by-step experiences within the chat interface. These flows simplify data collection, appointment scheduling, and form completion, resulting in a more efficient and user-friendly experience.

According to the 2024 Business Messaging Usage Research by Kantar, 79% of online adults worldwide message with a business at least once a week, further emphasizing the importance of messaging. The significant number of daily conversations of 600 million between people and businesses on Meta’s technologies, as reported in Meta’s 2022-2023 earnings data, further highlights the importance of messaging. Albert Tiong, Regional Program Manager of Meta illustrated that “Meta Business Messaging leads to better results across the customer lifecycle compared to legacy channels.” From discovery and awareness to consideration, purchase, and re-engagement, two-way conversations drive improved marketing, sales, and support outcomes. Additionally, he noted that businesses utilizing paid messaging products have experienced a year-on-year doubling in numbers.

Patricia Yaw, Director of Marketing Operations and PR of Volvo Car Malaysia, is driving the brand’s digital transformation by proving that even legacy industries can evolve through conversational commerce. By adopting a centralised chat strategy, Volvo Car Malaysia now delivers a personalised customer experience entirely through WhatsApp. This strategic shift—from fragmented communication channels to a unified WhatsApp Business Platform—debuted during the brand’s much anticipated EX30 launch, which set new benchmarks for the brand, achieving its highest-ever test drive bookings, media impressions, and PR share of voice.

Using WhatsApp has demonstrated impressive performance metrics, including a remarkable 93% read rate. The click-through rate (CTR) is seven times higher than that of email, indicating a more effective engagement strategy. Additionally, the chatbot effectively manages one out of every four discovery questions, showcasing its efficiency in facilitating user inquiries.

As the conversation shifted from technology to outcomes, Patricia reflected on the impact of WhatsApp towards the two launches, “Choose your 90” launch event recorded 90% turnout rate, and also achieved the highest lead-to-opportunity conversion rate.

“We’ve seen firsthand how WhatsApp Business is transforming our ability to build stronger, more responsive relationships with customers,” she added. “Our WhatsApp campaigns during launches like the EX30 and Choose Your 90 significantly outperformed email, both in open and click-through rates, proving the importance of personalised, mobile-first messaging.”

Alan Chan, Founder & CEO of Omnichat showcased the transformational impact of AI-driven conversational commerce, explaining how businesses can harness automation and personalisation to optimise sales and enhance customer satisfaction.

“AI-powered conversational agents are revolutionising how businesses interact with customers,” said Alan. “Omni AI empowers businesses to create customised AI agents for various purposes, upload documents and resources to train them, and enable them to deliver faster and more accurate responses. From providing 24/7 instant support to sending hyper-personalised recommendations, AI enables companies to engage customers at every touchpoint efficiently and effectively.”

In essence, Omni AI is fundamentally changing the dynamics of business-customer interactions. These intelligent agents provide numerous benefits, including round-the-clock instant support and the ability to deliver highly tailored product recommendations. By effectively harnessing the power of AI, businesses can engage customers at every touchpoint throughout their journey, leading to increased efficiency and overall customer satisfaction.

Ang Kai Ning, HR & Finance Director of WRITERS AT WORK, highlighted how their education centre strategically leverages the WhatsApp Business Platform, facilitated by Omnichat, to enhance various aspects of their operations. Beyond basic messaging, WhatsApp has become a dynamic platform for interactive engagement, encompassing promotional messaging, efficient announcement scheduling, and responsive customer service.

“Omnichat’s integration with the WhatsApp Business Platform has been instrumental in transforming our communication strategy,” said Kai Ning. “We’ve seen exceptional results using WhatsApp broadcast to promote our webinars with our customers, achieving a 77.71% read rate and an 11.85% click-through rate, which translates to a fantastic 90% turnout.”

Furthermore, by implementing chatbot automation through Omnichat, WRITERS AT WORK has efficiently managed a substantial volume of customer interactions, handling 75,000 messages in the past year, with an impressive 99% of this communication occurring directly on WhatsApp. This demonstrates the pivotal role of the WhatsApp Business Platform, in conjunction with Omnichat’s capabilities, in streamlining communications, boosting engagement, and driving tangible results for WRITERS AT WORK.

This Commerce Leadership Forum 2025 Series served as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in driving business growth. By bringing together thought leaders and industry experts, the event inspired attendees to embrace new technologies, leverage data-driven insights, and reimagine customer engagement strategies for the digital age.

From left: Stanley Chan (VP of Sales at Omnichat), Alan Chan (Founder & CEO at Omnichat), Patricia Yaw (Director of Marketing Operations and PR at Volvo Car Malaysia), Albert Tiong (Regional Program Manager at Meta), Ang Kai Ning (HR & Finance Director at WRITERS AT WORK) and Vicky Yiu (APAC Strategic Partnership Manager at Meta)
From left: Stanley Chan (VP of Sales at Omnichat), Alan Chan (Founder & CEO at Omnichat), Patricia Yaw (Director of Marketing Operations and PR at Volvo Car Malaysia), Albert Tiong (Regional Program Manager at Meta), Ang Kai Ning (HR & Finance Director at WRITERS AT WORK) and Vicky Yiu (APAC Strategic Partnership Manager at Meta)

About Omnichat

Omnichat is a leading provider of AI-powered conversational commerce solutions for the Asia-Pacific region. Uniquely positioned as both the sole Meta Business Partner and LINE Biz-Solutions Tech Partner in APAC with integrated WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, LINE, WeChat capabilities, Omnichat empowers brands to centralise communications, deliver personalised experiences, and drive digital transformation across their operations. Over 5,000 brands, including international retailers and enterprises, leverage Omnichat to optimise their customer journeys.

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NAVER D2SF Invests in GravityLabs, a Healthcare Startup Helping Users Build Healthy Habits

– Operates “MoneyWalk”, a global healthcare platform achieving more than 30 minutes of daily user engagement

– Records 40% of users from overseas markets, aiming to leverage rich health data for the CRO sector

– NAVER D2SF has been an early investor in healthcare startups since 2017, with expectations for future collaboration with NAVER’s Healthcare project

SEONGNAM, South Korea, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NAVER D2SF announced a new investment in GravityLabs, a healthcare startup dedicated to helping users build lasting healthy habits.

NAVER D2SF Invests in GravityLabs, a Healthcare Startup Helping Users Build Healthy Habits
NAVER D2SF Invests in GravityLabs, a Healthcare Startup Helping Users Build Healthy Habits

GravityLabs operates MoneyWalk, a reward-based global healthcare platform that encourages users to log daily health activities by offering incentives, thereby fostering long-term habits while generating a wide range of valuable health data. Unlike typical healthcare apps that struggle to sustain engagement, MoneyWalk records more than 30 minutes of daily active usage per user, demonstrating strong retention and user commitment.

GravityLabs began with a Walk-to-Earn (W2E) model, rewarding users for daily physical activity, and is now evolving into a broader Health-to-Earn (H2E) ecosystem. It is advancing a comprehensive health data platform capable of managing diverse biometric signals. Through its AI-powered health camera, users can conveniently measure blood pressure, heart rate, and heart rate variability (HRV) with a smartphone. In addition, integration with Korea’s National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) database has enabled even more reliable management of personal health records.

Since its launch two years ago, MoneyWalk has surpassed 1.3 million monthly active users (MAU) across 111 countries, positioning itself as a rising global healthcare app. Notably, the platform ranked eighth in Japan’s healthcare app category and has gained traction overseas without localized promotions, with approximately 40% of its MAU coming from markets such as Japan and the United States. Building on this momentum, GravityLabs plans to expand into data-driven healthcare businesses by partnering with insurance companies, contract research organizations (CROs), and public institutions.

Yang Sang-hwan, Leader of NAVER D2SF, stated, “GravityLabs is a team deeply committed to the mission of helping people build healthier lifestyles, delivering tangible improvements in users’ daily routines. As the potential of PHR-based healthcare continues to grow, we see meaningful opportunities for collaboration with NAVER’s own healthcare services in the future.”

Since 2017, NAVER D2SF has been an early investor in healthcare startups, with the sector now accounting for around 18% of its portfolio. Representative investments include PranaQ (AI sleep technology), Nuvilab (AI-powered food nutrition analysis), and Monitor Corporation (medical AI solutions). 

About NAVER 
Founded in 1999, NAVER is Korea’s largest Internet company and one of the world’s top tech companies. Leading cutting-edge technologies, NAVER operates No.1 search engine in Korea and holds various business portfolios encompassing commerce, fintech, cloud, AI and robotics, as well as other global online services such as LINE mobile messenger, Webtoon and Webnovel publishing, SNOW video camera app and ZEPETO metaverse platform.

NAVER recorded sales of KRW 10.74 trillion (USD 7.5 billion) in 2024. TEAM NAVER continues to enhance its business portfolio and expand its global presence across Japan, North America, and Europe, while pursuing innovation through continuous research and development in future technologies.
To learn more, visit www.navercorp.com/en