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WuXi AppTec Delivers Strong H1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance[1], Driven by Greater Success of Multiple Customers’ Products and CRDMO Model

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Advertorial Desk
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SHANGHAI, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi AppTec (stock code: 603259.SH / 2359.HK), a leading global pharmaceutical CRDMO (Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization), today announced financial results for the first half ending June 30, 2026 (“Reporting Period”). The Company raised its full-year guidance, citing strong performance across revenue, profit, and cash flow driven by the greater success of multiple customers’ products and its unique integrated CRDMO platform.

Financial Highlights

  • H1 2026 total revenue reached RMB 28.90 billion, up 38.9% YoY; revenue from Continuing Operations[2] up 48.0% YoY.
  • Adjusted non-IFRS gross profit margin expanded 9.4 percentage points (pts) YoY to 53.9%.
  • Adjusted non-IFRS net profit up 83.2% YoY to RMB 11.57 billion; adjusted non-IFRS net profit margin up 9.7pts YoY to 40.0%; adjusted non-IFRS diluted EPS[3] up 78.2% YoY to RMB 3.92.
  • Net profit per CAS[4] up 29.4% YoY to RMB 11.08 billion; diluted EPS up 25.8% YoY to RMB 3.76.
  • Backlog for Continuing Operations up 25.2% YoY to RMB 66.43 billion as of June 30, 2026.
  • Adjusted operating cash flow rose 41.3% YoY to RMB 9.98 billion.

Management Comment

Dr. Ge Li, Chairman and CEO of WuXi AppTec, said, “As a dedicated enabler of the industry, we truly appreciate that our achievements are rooted in the exceptional performance of our customers. Driven by the greater success of multiple customers’ products, our unique CRDMO model, and our global team’s perseverance for excellence, we delivered strong growth across revenue, profit, and cash flow in H1 2026, with our backlog for Continuing Operations reaching RMB 66.4 billion. We have therefore raised all of our 2026 guidance metrics and further accelerated our global capacity expansion.”

“Recently, the U.S. Department of Defense included the Company on its 1260H list. This erroneous designation is not supported by facts or law. We have taken legal action to protect the interests of our customers, employees, and shareholders. We believe that the facts will prevail after an objective and fair judicial review of this ongoing litigation.”

“As technology advancements and science innovations continue to emerge, WuXi AppTec remains steadfast in ‘doing the right thing and doing it right.’ We will relentlessly enable global innovators and realize our vision that ‘every drug can be made and every disease can be treated.'”

Sustainability, and Quality Compliance

WuXi AppTec maintained the highest “AAA” MSCI ESG rating in 2026. Meanwhile, the Company successfully completed 465 quality audits and inspections[5] conducted by global customers, regulatory authorities, and independent third parties, as well as 21 information security audits by global customers in H1 2026, all with no critical findings. Twenty main sites are now ISO/IEC 27001 certified.

Shareholder Returns

The Company distributed its 2025 annual cash dividend totaling RMB 4.71 billion[6]. Following the first interim dividend in 2025, the Board has proposed a further increase in the 2026 interim cash dividend to shareholders of RMB 5.10 per 10 shares (approximately RMB 1.5 billion in total).

2026 Full-Year Outlook

Driven by the greater success of multiple customers’ products, our unique CRDMO model, and management and execution excellence, the Company has raised full-year guidance.

  • 2026 total revenue target raised to RMB 58.5-60.5 billion (previously RMB 51.3-53.0 billion), with Continuing Operations revenue growing 35-39% YoY (previously 18-22%).
  • The Company is confident in maintaining a stable and resilient adjusted non-IFRS net profit margin in 2026.
  • 2026 capex guidance raised to RMB 7.5-8.5 billion (previously RMB 6.5-7.5 billion) to support accelerated global capacity expansion, including initiation of the new Changzhou site ahead of schedule.
  • As a result, 2026 adjusted free cash flow raised to RMB 13.5-14.5 billion (previously RMB 10.5-11.5 billion).

[1] This guidance constitutes forward-looking statements.

[2] As disclosed in the 2026 Interim Report, Continuing Operations include WuXi Chemistry, WuXi Testing, WuXi
Biology and Others; historical data has been adjusted accordingly.

[3] In H1 2025 and H1 2026, WuXi AppTec’s weighted average number of ordinary shares for the purpose of
calculating diluted EPS was 2,897,449,552 and 2,949,022,327, respectively.

[4] Net profit attributable to the owners of the Company (“Net Profit”) is prepared in accordance with China Accounting
Standards for Business Enterprises (“CAS”).

[5] Including 433 audits by customers, 31 inspections by regulatory authorities, and 1 audit by independent third parties.

[6] This excludes the RMB 1.03 billion already paid as the 2025 interim dividend.

About WuXi AppTec

WuXi AppTec is a trusted partner and contributor to the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, providing R&D and manufacturing services that help advance healthcare innovation. With operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, we offer integrated, end-to-end services through our unique CRDMO (Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization) platform. We are privileged to work alongside partners across 30+ countries, supporting their efforts to bring breakthrough treatments to patients. Guided by our vision that every drug can be made and every disease can be treated, we are committed to advancing breakthroughs for patients—one collaboration at a time. Learn more at https://www.wuxiapptec.com.

This press release provides a summary of the results and does not intend to provide a complete statement relating to the Company, its securities, or any relevant matters herein that a recipient may need in order to evaluate the Company. For relevant information, please refer to the Company’s disclosure documents and information on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (“SSE”), the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKEX”) and the Company’s website. Investors are advised to exercise caution and be aware of the investment risks in trading Company shares.

Unless otherwise stated, all financials disclosed in this press release are prepared based on IFRS. The currency is RMB.

The 2026 Interim Report of the Company has not been audited.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain certain statements that are or may be forward looking, which can be recognized by the use of words such as “expects”, “plans”, “will”, “estimates”, “projects”, “intends”, or words of similar meaning. Such forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but instead are predictions about future events based on our beliefs, development strategy, business plan as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to our management. Although we believe that our predictions are reasonable, future events are inherently uncertain and our forward-looking statements may turn out to be incorrect. Our forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the effective competitiveness of our services, our ability to meet timelines for the expansion of our service offerings or to reach the scale of our production capacity expansion plans, our ability to protect our clients’ intellectual property, industry competition and regulation, the international geopolitical environment, legislative restrictions and judicial proceedings, the impact of emergencies and other force majeure. Our forward-looking statements do not constitute any profit forecast by our management or an undertaking by WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. (“WuXi AppTec” or the “Company”) to our investors. ACCORDINGLY, YOU ARE STRONGLY CAUTIONED THAT RELIANCE ON ANY FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS INVOLVES KNOWN AND UNKNOWN RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES. All forward-looking statements contained herein are qualified by reference to the cautionary statements set forth in this section. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release and is based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable as of this date, and we do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement or information in this press release to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required under applicable law.

Use of Adjusted Non-IFRS Financial Measures

To supplement the Company’s IFRS consolidated financial statements, we also provide adjusted non-IFRS gross profit, adjusted non-IFRS net profit attributable to the owners of the Company (“Adjusted Non-IFRS Net Profit”), adjusted non-IFRS diluted earnings per share (“Adjusted Non-IFRS Diluted EPS”), adjusted operating cash flow and adjusted free cash flow. These measures are not required by, or presented in accordance with IFRS.

We believe that the adjusted non-IFRS financial measures used in this press release are useful for understanding and assessing our core business performance and operating trends, and we believe that management and investors may benefit from referring to these measures in assessing our financial performance by eliminating the impact of certain unusual, non-recurring, non-cash and non-operating items that we do not consider indicative of the performance of our core business. The management of the Company believes such adjusted non-IFRS financial measures are widely accepted and adopted in the industry in which the Company operates. However, the presentation of these adjusted non-IFRS financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation, or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with IFRS. You should not view adjusted results on a stand-alone basis or as a substitute for results under IFRS, or as being comparable to results reported or forecasted by other companies.

 

 

Lao State Fuel Enterprise Posts 70 Percent Profit Surge in 2025, Eyes Stock Market Listing

By
Thongsavanh Souvannasane
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LAO STATE FUEL COMPANY (LSFC) station.

The Lao state-owned Lao State Fuel Company (LSFC) reported a sharp rise in profits for 2025 and is restructuring to prepare for an eventual listing on the stock exchange, as the state fuel giant seeks to transform into a modern public company.

At LSFC’s annual performance review on 23 July, Director Viengthong Vongthavilay reported that net profit reached LAK 70.24 billion (about USD 3.1 million) in 2025, a 70.29 percent increase over 2024.

LSFC also contributed LAK 1.023 billion (roughly USD 45,000) to the national budget.

The enterprise credited the gains to a restructuring that streamlined its workforce to 504 employees, a 19.75 percent cut from 2024. Fuel loss fell 8.34 percent year-on-year as a result. LSFC now operates 19 fuel depots nationwide.

LSFC’s 2026 plan sets clear targets: cutting fuel evaporation and loss by a further 30 percent, reducing difficult-to-collect debts by 50 percent annually, and upgrading service stations and agency outlets.

To support these goals, LSFC is bringing in international consultants and auditors to assess its assets and restructure its operations, laying the groundwork for its eventual transition into a public company and a listing on the stock exchange.

Looking to 2030, LSFC aims for a total five-year sales volume of 1.88 billion liters, alongside its push to transition into a public company and eventually list on the stock exchange.

Minister of Industry and Commerce Malaythong Kommasith commended the results but cautioned that global economic volatility remains a challenge. 

He directed LSFC staff to accelerate digitalization, strengthen compliance with government regulations, and use state assets more efficiently, while also instructing the enterprise to begin transitioning toward alternative energy sources, including infrastructure to support electric vehicle growth.

A day later, on 24 July, LSFC and Electricité du Laos (EDL) signed an agreement to study installing fast chargers at state fuel stations nationwide. The proposed stations would support both the international CCS Type 2 standard and China’s GB/T standard, allowing a wider range of electric vehicles to use the network.

Lao Authorities, Lao Bank Seek Legal Action Against Thai Media Over Money Laundering Claims

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Laotian Times
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Lao authorities and Lao Development Bank are seeking legal action over social media claims linking the bank to money laundering and scam networks.
A picture of Lao authorities and Lao Development Bank representatives seeking legal action over social media claims linking the bank to money laundering and scam networks. (Photo by CIB Thailand)

On 31 July, Lao authorities and Lao Development Bank (LDB) met with Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) to pursue legal action against three social media accounts accused of spreading false information linking the bank to money laundering.

According to Thai media reports, the allegations trace back to a 28 July social media post by a Thai-based page, which accused LDB of facilitating money laundering through payment gateway services connected to scam networks, online gambling operations, and other illegal businesses operating across Laos and the region. 

The post also named Chanthanome Phommany, 44, Chairman of the Management Board of Chaleun Sekong Energy (CSE) Limited, alleging he was directly involved. 

CSE holds 70 percent of LDB’s shares, while the Lao government holds the remaining 30 percent.

Lao authorities and CIB discussed possible legal action against the three accounts, though authorities have not publicly identified them. 

Lao authorities said the allegations have damaged the bank’s reputation, its management’s standing, and the reputation of Laos more broadly.

CIB said investigators will collect evidence and determine whether Thai law was violated, and will pursue legal action if they find sufficient evidence that the information was shared deliberately.

BoL and LDB Respond

On 29 July, the Bank of the Lao PDR (BoL) and LDB held a joint press conference to address mounting public concern. Both institutions maintained that LDB remains financially stable, operates transparently, and complies with Lao banking regulations and anti-money laundering requirements.

Maniphone Intavanh, Deputy Director of BoL’s Department of Bank Supervision, said the central bank reviewed the allegations, coordinated with relevant agencies, and found no evidence that LDB engaged in money laundering or terrorist financing.

LDB Managing Director Fongsamout Duangchai also rejected the allegations, saying the bank operates modern anti-money laundering systems that screen customers and transactions against international sanctions and watchlists maintained by the United Nations, the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control, and the European Union.

Rising Above the Turbulence: How Malaysian SMEs are Redefining Economic Resilience

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Advertorial Desk
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 August 2026 – In an era defined by localized inflation, an escalating global energy crisis, and supply chain disruptions, a distinct class of Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is rewriting the playbook. Rather than retreating into survival mode, these trailblazers are actively leveraging economic turmoil to restructure, capture market share, and outpace their competitors.

To honor this strategic mastery and unyielding grit, SAMENTA and Business Media International proudly recognized 170 outstanding SMEs at the latest edition of the Golden Bull Award. The two-night event was officiated by YB Tuan Steven Sim Chee Keong, Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development, and YB Tuan Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry. Together, this year’s winners highlight exactly how diverse sectors of the SME landscape are successfully turning macroeconomic pressures into distinct competitive advantages.

The broader economic data confirms that Malaysian SMEs are acting as the nation’s economic shock absorbers. According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Performance report, the sector achieved an impressive 5.8% GDP growth—outpacing the overall national GDP growth of 5.1%.

The latest cohort of Golden Bull Award winners firmly backs this report and they represent a diverse cross-section of the Malaysian economy, spanning 20 distinct industry groupings. This widespread representation proves that the capacity to adapt and thrive is not confined to a single market segment. According to the award’s winner demographics, the top-performing sectors driving this resurgence include:

  • Real Estate & Construction (14.38%): Leading the pack despite facing skyrocketing raw material costs and energy price hikes, these companies are capitalizing on the crisis by pioneering energy-efficient construction methods and capturing market share as less-agile competitors scale back.
  • Professional and Business Services (8.36%): This sector highlights a broader market shift toward strategic consolidation, as companies increasingly outsource specialized services to optimize their own operational overheads.
  • Industrial Products (7.69%) & IT & Digital (7.69%): These sectors showcase the critical manufacturing-to-digital pipeline. Industrial players are re-engineering supply chains to combat inflation, while IT firms are providing the exact automation, AI, and cybersecurity tools the broader market desperately needs to survive.
  • Healthcare, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology (5.69%) and Trading & Wholesaling (5.69%): Showcasing steady, resilient growth by building highly localized supply chains that bypass global bottlenecks.

Other critical sectors making up the winner’s circle include Retail (5.35%), Transportation and Logistics (5.02%), Media & Creative Industries (4.68%), and Education and Training (4.35%)—demonstrating that proactive adaptation is happening economy-wide.

What separates Golden Bull Award winners from the rest of the market is their ability to treat economic crises as a catalyst for evolution. While others cut costs indiscriminately, these high-performing SMEs are leading the way through calculated innovation.

To combat the energy crisis and inflation, winners are actively integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values into their core operations to optimize resource efficiency and offset rising utility bills. They recognize that economic dips are the most cost-effective times to acquire new customers, expand their market footprint, and secure premium talent that is suddenly available in a shifting job market.

Datuk William Ng, national president of the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA) emphasized the critical role these winning enterprises play in safeguarding and elevating the livelihoods of Malaysians.

“SMEs are not just the economic engine of Malaysia; they are the very foundation of our nation’s workforce. The Golden Bull Award winners exemplify the forward-thinking leadership needed to drive high-value job creation, upskill our talents for the digital age, and elevate the Malaysian workforce on the global stage”, Datuk Ng said.

“Malaysian SMEs have consistently demonstrated an extraordinary capacity to navigate economic headwinds like inflation and the energy crisis, emerging stronger on the other side. The sheer diversity of our winners across 20 industries reflect a fundamental shift; from merely surviving market disruptions to actively leveraging digitalization, strategic recalibration, and innovation for sustainable growth. The Golden Bull Award stands as a testament to these visionary entrepreneurs who refuse to be defined by adversity, but rather by their relentless courage to adapt and charge forward”, he added.

Since its founding in 2003, the Golden Bull Award has stood as a benchmark of SME excellence across Asia. With expansion into new Asia Pacific markets on the horizon for 2026, it continues to spotlight the region’s most inspiring business stories.

For more information on the award criteria, past winners, and nomination details, please visit the official Golden Bull Award website https://goldenbullaward.asia/

LIST OF WINNERS OF THE GOLDEN BULL AWARD 2026 IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

SUPER GOLDEN BULL CATEGORY
1. AA AVIATION SDN BHD
2. AIMS DATA CENTRE SDN BHD
3. BEYOND2U SDN BHD
4. COSMOS INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANCY SDN BHD
5. HS HOHAN COMMERCIAL VEHICLES SDN BHD
6. POLYTAINER INDUSTRIES SDN BHD
7. TONG WOH ENTERPRISE SDN BHD
8. TSA GROUP BERHAD

OUTSTANDING BULL AWARD
9. A PLUS BOSS SDN BHD
10. ABSOLUTION SYSTEM INTEGRATION SDN BHD
11. AI PIXEL ENGINEERING SDN BHD
12. AM LIFE INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
13. ANGSANA TUNAS SDN BHD
14. ATHROTECH SDN BHD
15. ATITA
16. BE EDUCATION SDN BHD
17. BEARBOOM INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
18. BEUTEA HOLDING SDN BHD
19. BIO SYNERGY LABORATORIES SDN BHD
20. BIOCHEM LABORATORIES SDN BHD
21. BSSK LOGISTICS SDN BHD
22. BWS SALES & SERVICES SDN BHD
23. CEE INDUSTRIES SDN BHD
24. CHEAPER CONNECTIONS SDN BHD
25. CLG CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
26. CNECC ENGINEERING (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD
27. CNI ENTERPRISE (M) SDN BHD
28. CODEME PRO SDN BHD
29. COMPLETE ELV & ICT SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
30. DCG HOLDING SDN BHD
31. DE SOLAR SDN BHD
32. DNF CABLE SDN BHD
33. DOUBLE E RESOURCES SDN BHD
34. DUNIA SERIMAS SDN BHD
35. EC BINA SDN BHD
36. ECO GREENBUILD INDUSTRIES SDN BHD
37. ENCA CONSTRUCTION SDN BHD
38. FIRST TOUCH BOOKS & STATIONERY SDN BHD
39. GLOBALINK METAL SDN BHD
40. GOLDCOIN STARHILL SDN BHD
41. GOPENG KALTECH SDN BHD
42. GREEN HUT FARMING SDN BHD
43. GREENDEX SDN BHD
44. GUESTONIC PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SDN BHD
45. HOYIYO SHOP INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
46. HYBRID SOLUTION INTEGRATOR SDN BHD
47. IK TRANS LOGISTICS SDN BHD
48. INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES & SUPPLY SDN BHD
49. JET ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
50. JIN SAN CONCRETE SDN BHD
51. JJ EXPRESS SERVICES SDN BHD
52. JN AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE
53. KIMAGRI CORPORATION SDN BHD
54. LIEP HONG TRADING & TRANSPORT SDN BHD
55. LUXURY SLEEP (M) SDN BHD
56. M.M.B. MARKETING COMPANY SDN BHD
57. MAHA SAWIT SDN BHD
58. MARINE DIESELCARE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
59. MAVERICK EDUCATION SDN BHD
60. MMX SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
61. MODULAR SCALE SDN BHD
62. MS REFRIGERATION SUPPLY SDN BHD
63. MULTIVEST ENGINEERING SDN BHD
64. MYSLEEP
65. NEW EDGE SAFETY DOOR (HQ) SDN BHD
66. NEW KC TRADING SDN BHD
67. ONE AUTO WORLDWIDE (M) SDN BHD
68. ORGABIO MANUFACTURING SDN BHD
69. PARTSASIA SPARE SDN BHD
70. PHP GROUP SDN BHD
71. POLY EDGE SDN BHD
72. QUADROS DESIGN SDN BHD
73. RIMS AUTO SUPPLIES SDN BHD
74. ROCK MAESTRO SDN BHD
75. SC SYSTEMS SDN BHD
76. SENI JAYA CORPORATION BERHAD
77. SHIELD FLOOR SDN BHD
78. SIS INTEGRATED SDN BHD
79. SKY MEDIC GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD
80. SOLARLINK ENERGY SDN BHD
81. SPR MICROTECH SDN BHD
82. SRI UTARA HOLDING (M) SDN BHD
83. STORE N GO SDN BHD
84. SUPER EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE SDN BHD
85. SURIA SINAR SDN BHD
86. SWEET HOME INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
87. SYARIKAT CENTRAL BOLTS & NUTS SDN BHD
88. TECHNOLGENT SDN BHD
89. TECHOM METAL SDN BHD
90. TEKUN CONCRETE (M) SDN BHD
91. TRANSWAYS LOGISTICS (M) SDN BHD
92. TYNOX INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
93. UNITED ENGINE PARTS SDN BHD
94. V CRITICAL ENGINEERING SDN BHD
95. V FIFTH GROUP SDN BHD (VF PROPERTIES)
96. V-WORK SDN BHD
97. VILLY TRADING (M) SDN BHD
98. WEB 123 SDN BHD
99. XIN MARKETING (M) SDN BHD
100. YDG VENTURE SDN BHD
101. YUNA GROUP SDN BHD
102. ZEN VISION GROUP SDN BHD

EMERGING BULL AWARD
103. ACMETRONICS AUTOMATION SDN BHD
104. AIREMAR WORLDWIDE SDN BHD
105. ANC HUB TAX ADVISORY SDN BHD
106. APGO SDN BHD
107. BEYOND LIMITS CONSULTANCY SDN BHD
108. BULLIONAIRE INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
109. CARDIOSCAN MALAYSIA SDN BHD
110. CATALYST EDGE AI SDN BHD
111. EASY COR ADVICE SDN BHD
112. ECENTRA SDN BHD
113. EDU ACTION SDN BHD
114. ENVICION STUDIO SDN BHD
115. FENCELINER SDN BHD
116. GAN & SONS PROPERTY SDN BHD
117. HERAMIX ENTERPRISE
118. HM RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SDN BHD
119. I&M SUCCESSION ADVISORY PLT
120. INSPIREN NETWORK SDN BHD
121. JD SMART INFINITE SDN BHD
122. KBM APEX BERHAD
123. KC ASSOCIATES (M) SDN BHD
124. KENT CONCEPT SDN BHD
125. LEO GLOBAL MARINE SDN BHD
126. LEVANZO MARKETING (M) SDN BHD
127. LOGICAL ASIA SDN BHD
128. MR ROVER AUTO PARTS SDN BHD
129. ONEFIT STUDIO (M) SDN BHD
130. OPEN RE SDN BHD
131. RC RENOVATION CONTRACTOR
132. SENG LI COOLING PART SDN BHD
133. SHANZHI CHEMICAL SDN BHD
134. SHIELDO WATERPROOFING SPECIALIST SDN BHD
135. SK GLOBE BUSINESS CAPITAL SDN BHD
136. SL SYSTEM & AUTOMATION (M) SDN BHD
137. SONGHUA TRANSPORTATION SDN BHD
138. STOLZ ENGINEERING SDN BHD
139. SUNNY HOMES DEVELOPMENT SDN BHD
140. SWEET RENT SDN BHD
141. SYN MOH SENG TRADING
142. TR AUTISM BEHAVIORAL CENTER SDN BHD
143. TWH GALLERY SDN BHD
144. VINCI CAPITAL ADVISORY SDN BHD
145. VIRTUAL ECONOMY TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD
146. VSB ACADEMY SDN BHD
147. YCE MANAGEMENT SDN BHD

DISTINGUISHED BULL AWARDS
148. ALAM-CON SDN BHD
149. ALLIED FORKLIFT (M) SDN BHD
150. AN JU GLOBAL SDN BHD
151. APPLE VACATIONS SDN BHD
152. ARMADA AUTO PARTS GROUP BERHAD
153. CHEVIN SDN BHD
154. CHIANG HENG GOLD & DIAMOND SDN BHD
155. EI POWER TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD
156. ENGENIOUS SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
157. FITLINE (M) SDN BHD
158. FOREWARD REALTY SDN BHD
159. GOLDSOFT SDN BHD
160. KOIKE (M) SDN BHD
161. L & H CONSULTANCY SDN BHD
162. LMS EDUCATION HOLDINGS SDN BHD
163. MERRY HORTICULTURE INTERNATIONAL (M) SDN BHD
164. PESONA METRO SDN BHD
165. PMX DELIGHT HOLDING SDN BHD
166. REZO GROUP SDN BHD
167. SIACON TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD
168. SWAP LOGISTICS DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD
169. TOGL TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD

DIGITAL 50 AWARDS
1. ALFA-BANK
2. ALLIED FORKLIFT (M) SDN BHD
3. ARMADA AUTO PARTS GROUP BERHAD
4. BEYOND2U SDN BHD
5. BULLIONAIRE INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD
6. GOLDSOFT SDN BHD
7. JIN SAN CONCRETE SDN BHD
8. MMX SOLUTIONS SDN BHD
9. OPEN RE SDN BHD
10. ROCK MAESTRO SDN BHD
11. SWAP LOGISTICS DISTRIBUTION SDN BHD
12. TEKUN CONCRETE (M) SDN BHD
13. V-WORK SDN BHD
14. VIRTUAL ECONOMY TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD
15. ZEN VISION GROUP SDN BHD

GOLDEN BULL INSPIRATIONAL ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS
1. A PLUS BOSS SDN BHD – DATO’ JOE YEW SIN YOO
2. ANGSANA TUNAS SDN BHD – MR. KESTER BOON KAI ONN
3. ARMADA AUTO PARTS GROUP BERHAD – DATO’ MIKE TEH YOONG HOW
4. ATHROTECH SDN BHD – MR. JEFF LUAH
5. ATITA – MR. HUI CHAN YEW
6. BEYOND2U SDN BHD – MR. TAN TI CHYUAN
7. BIOCHEM LABORATORIES SDN BHD – MS. CARIS LEONG SHIAU PING
8. CHEAPER CONNECTIONS SDN BHD – MR. CALVIN HEW YUEN PENG
9. CLG CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS SDN BHD – MR. CHIN LEE GUAN
10. COSMOS INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANCY SDN BHD – MR. SUBHA SATHIAMOORTHY MARAIAH
11. EC BINA SDN BHD – MR. ERIC CHIA
12. ECO GREENBUILD INDUSTRIES SDN BHD – MR. LOO MENG HAW
13. ENCA CONSTRUCTION SDN BHD – DATUK TAY AH HUAT
14. GREEN HUT FARMING SDN BHD – DR. FRANCIS WONG KING WEE
15. HM RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SDN BHD – MS. NICOLE TAN LEE HONG
16. I&M SUCCESSION ADVISORY PLT – MR. MARVIN CHONG
17. INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES & SUPPLY SDN BHD – MR. TEH HAU WEI, SHAUN
18. JET ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS SDN BHD – MR. JUSTIN PAPU
19. JIN SAN CONCRETE SDN BHD – MR. BENJAMIN GUNG SIE KAI
20. JN AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE – MR. NELSON NG NYE SHEONG
21. KENT CONCEPT SDN BHD – MR. KENT HANG SHENG JEAN
22. KOIKE (M) SDN BHD – MR. NA CHIN TEONG
23. L & H CONSULTANCY SDN BHD – MR. LAW WAH SING
24. MARINE DIESELCARE ENGINEERING SDN BHD – MR. DESMOND TOH KIM HOW
25. ONEFIT STUDIO (M) SDN BHD – MS. NG SIEW LING
26. OPEN RE SDN BHD – DR. LIN HORNG SHENG
27. PARTSASIA SPARE SDN BHD – IS. DR. KENDRICK WONG HOI SANG
28. PESONA METRO SDN BHD – MR. WIE HOCK BENG
29. SIACON TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD – DR. SIA TIAN POH
30. SK GLOBE BUSINESS CAPITAL SDN BHD – MR. SATHIS KUMAR MUNIANDY
31. SKY MEDIC GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD – MR. JEEVANAND A/L MUNIANDY
32. SRI UTARA HOLDING (M) SDN BHD – MR. TAN YAM HONG
33. STORE N GO SDN BHD – MR. TEE KEE LION
34. TECHNOLGENT SDN BHD – MR. DAVID VONG LIEW
35. TECHOM METAL SDN BHD – MR. TAN YEOW CHUAN
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About SAMENTA

Established in 1986, SAMENTA is Malaysia’s oldest and largest association of SMEs, with over 5,500 members across the country. A multi-racial, multi-sector association, SAMENTA has been at the forefront of championing a SME-friendly business environment and connecting SMEs to regional and global opportunities.

About Business Media International

Business Media International is a subsidiary of Audience Analytics Limited (1AZ.SG), a regional leader in promoting growth for companies in Asia through data-driven brands and initiatives. BMI owns renowned media brands such as SME Magazine, HR Asia, Capital Asia, Energy Asia, Logistics Asia, TruthTV, and CXP Asia as well as business impact assessment brands such as SME100, HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia, Golden Bull Awards and CXP Asia Best Customer Experience Awards. BMI also organises various exhibitions and has the proprietary software-as-a-service — Total Engagement Assessment Model – in its portfolio.

hk0debt.com Launches Free Debt Restructuring Information Platform to Help Hong Kong Borrowers Compare IVA, DRP and Bankruptcy Options

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 August 2026 – hk0debt.com, a free Traditional Chinese information platform covering debt restructuring options in Hong Kong, today announced its full launch. The platform explains the city’s main formal and informal debt solutions — including Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA), Debt Relief Plan (DRP), balance transfer and bankruptcy — in plain language, so that borrowers can understand their options before committing to any provider.

With interest rates and living costs remaining elevated, many Hong Kong borrowers are servicing multiple credit cards and personal loans at the same time. Information about the alternatives to bankruptcy, however, is fragmented and often published by intermediaries with a commercial interest in one particular product. hk0debt.com was built to close that gap with neutral, comparison-first content.

The platform’s core resources include a side-by-side IVA vs DRP comparison, a guide weighing debt restructuring against bankruptcy, a transparent fee guide explaining how debt-restructuring charges are typically structured, and anonymised case studies showing how different profiles of borrower resolved their debts.

“Most borrowers only learn the difference between an IVA and a DRP after they have already signed up with an intermediary — at which point the fees are sunk,” said a spokesperson for hk0debt.com. “We want readers to walk into any meeting already knowing the vocabulary, the typical costs and the trade-offs, so they can ask the right questions.”

The platform is complemented by hkivalawyer.com, a sister information site focusing specifically on IVA and debt-relief procedures, including application steps, success factors and the consequences of restructuring.

Hashtag: #hk0debt

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About hk0debt.com

hk0debt.com is a free Traditional Chinese information platform on debt solutions in Hong Kong, covering IVA, DRP, balance transfer, credit-score repair and bankruptcy. It provides educational content only and does not act as a debt intermediary. Website:

About hkivalawyer.com

hkivalawyer.com is a Traditional Chinese information site dedicated to Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) and debt-relief procedures in Hong Kong. Website:

Singapore Institute of Management Partners with Peak Energy to Deploy Onsite Solar, Advancing Its Green Energy Drive

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14-year power purchase agreement will cut SIM’s energy rates by more than 45% while delivering approximately 1,100 MWh of solar energy annually to its Clementi Road campus


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 August 2026 – The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), one of Singapore’s leading private, not-for-profit education and lifelong learning institutions, has signed a long-term solar agreement with Peak Energy, a clean-energy platform that develops, owns and operates renewable assets across Asia Pacific.

Under the agreement, Peak Energy will design, finance, build, own and operate an approximately 900 kWp onsite solar installation at SIM’s campus on Clementi Road, Singapore. The system is expected to generate approximately 1,100 MWh of clean energy annually, with SIM securing solar power at a rate at least 45% lower than SIM’s prevailing electricity prices.

The project is structured as a 14-year power purchase agreement (PPA), under which SIM will purchase solar power generated onsite at a competitive rate, with no upfront capital investment required. Peak Energy will retain responsibility for the installation, ongoing operations and maintenance of the system throughout the contract term.

Businesses and institutions in Singapore are facing some of the most expensive power prices in the region, a position under further strain from rapid growth in data centers and AI-driven electricity demand across the region. That pressure has been compounded by the country’s heavy reliance on imported gas for power generation, with recent disruption to global LNG supply linked to the conflict in Iran adding further volatility to energy prices. Against this backdrop of structurally rising and increasingly unpredictable energy costs, SIM’s move to lock in a long-term solar agreement offers a rare source of price certainty, in addition to SIM seeing it as a source of green and renewable energy as part of its sustainability drive.

The agreement reflects a broader shift among Singapore’s education and institutional operators to reduce exposure to grid electricity and lower their environmental footprint, as onsite solar becomes an increasingly viable option for campuses with substantial rooftop capacity.

“Sustainability is increasingly part of how we think and operate, and how we prepare our learners for the future. This agreement is a discernable step in that direction: bringing onsite solar to our Clementi Road campus reduces our environmental footprint and helps us play a part in Singapore’s sustainability drive. We are pleased to partner with Peak Energy on this journey,” said Vincent Siow, Senior Lead/M&E – Campus Infra & Services, Singapore Institute of Management.

“This partnership reflects the growing recognition Peak Energy has built in Singapore, both on the technical delivery side and in the financial strength we bring to long-term energy infrastructure. At a time when energy markets remain unbalanced and costs unpredictable, we’re able to give an institution like SIM a clear, structural way to unlock significant cost savings while securing reliable power for the long term,” said Gavin Adda, CEO of Peak Energy.

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About Peak Energy

Headquartered in Singapore, Peak Energy develops, owns, and operates renewable assets across Asia Pacific (APAC). With over 300 MW of operating assets and 2 GW worth of projects in development, Peak Energy is the fastest growing renewable energy developer with a portfolio spanning Japan, Korea, Australia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia. With activities encompassing the full range of renewable energy business models – including utility-scale development, off-site PPAs, onsite PPAs, and energy storage applications – Peak Energy is a one-stop partner for corporates seeking to decarbonize their operations in APAC. We believe in establishing long-term partnerships with our corporate customers, to accompany them in their decarbonization journey, through cleaner, cheaper energy.

An experienced team handles the complete life cycle of our energy assets from origination and development through to operations and decommissioning, employing state-of-the art technology and the industry best practices, respectful of the environment and following world-class HSE standards.

Our business practices, technological and HSE standards are standardized across APAC, but we are implemented and operate locally, with teams in seven countries, and lasting partnerships with local customers, EPCs, vendors, channel partners.

Peak Energy is wholly owned by Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets with approximatively USD 88 billion of assets under management. Our financial and technical strength coupled with our relationships in local markets allows us to optimize our capital deployment in high quality assets.

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About Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)

Founded in 1964, the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) is one of Singapore’s leading private, not-for-profit education and lifelong learning institutions. From its campus on Clementi Road, SIM provides a broad range of higher education and professional development programmes, partnering with reputable universities to offer internationally recognised qualifications across business, technology, and the social sciences. Guided by its not-for-profit mission, SIM is committed to preparing learners for a changing world and to operating its campus responsibly and sustainably. For more information, please visit .

Pattaya Is More Than Just the Beach: How ‘Event Tourism’ Is Making This Seaside City Near Bangkok a Year-Round Destination

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 August 2026 – At a time when travel for Thai people is no longer simply about ‘taking a break’, many are choosing to travel to attend events that interest them, whether sporting competitions, music festivals, seaside activities, art events or city festivals. These experiences can transform an ordinary trip into a journey filled with stories, meaning and lasting memories.

Amari Pattaya and OZO North Pattaya invite travellers to extend their Pattaya Marathon 2026 trip into a seaside escape amid the vibrancy of Pattaya — an event city filled with sport, music, cafés and lifestyle activities throughout the year.
Amari Pattaya and OZO North Pattaya invite travellers to extend their Pattaya Marathon 2026 trip into a seaside escape amid the vibrancy of Pattaya — an event city filled with sport, music, cafés and lifestyle activities throughout the year.

This trend reflects the growth of Event Tourism, or activity-based tourism, which is gaining popularity among a new generation of both Thai and international travellers. Events are not merely a reason to travel; they are also a starting point for sharing experiences with like-minded people, feeling the energy of a city at its liveliest and enriching the journey through food, culture, lifestyle, relaxation and memorable moments along the way.

Pattaya is one destination that clearly reflects this new travel trend. Once best known as a familiar seaside getaway near Bangkok, the city has now evolved into a vibrant year-round destination, with everything from sporting competitions, music festivals and beachfront activities to international lifestyle events such as Wonderfruit, Rolling Loud Thailand, the Pattaya International Fireworks Festival, Pattaya Music Festival, Honda LPGA Thailand and the Pattaya Marathon, as well as many other international events that continue to draw Thai and overseas travellers back at different times of the year.

This September, the 33rd Pattaya Marathon 2026, to be held on 26 and 27 September 2026, is another major event that reinforces Pattaya’s role as an Event Tourism city. This year, more than 40,000 runners and family members from various countries are expected to travel to take part, filling Pattaya with the atmosphere of travel, connection and the energy of people brought together through sport. Adding to its appeal, the race combines a scenic coastal course with Pattaya’s lively urban energy, giving runners the opportunity to enjoy sunrise views over the Gulf of Thailand, refreshing sea breezes and some of the city’s most recognisable beachfront landmarks.

But the appeal of travelling to Pattaya for an event does not end on race day. After the run or activity, travellers can extend their trip with many more experiences, from strolling along the beach and visiting cafés in popular neighbourhoods to dining at well-known local restaurants, spending time at a beach club, trying water activities, or relaxing with family and friends in an easily accessible beach city that stays lively throughout the day.

To complement this style of travel, ONYX Hospitality Group welcomes travellers at its two Pattaya hotels: Amari Pattaya and OZO North Pattaya. Both are conveniently located for easy access to the city’s vibrant attractions and close to the Pattaya Marathon 2026 starting point, making them ideal for runners, families and travellers who want to turn an event trip into a seaside break.

For those looking to make their holiday experience even more complete, Amari Pattaya presents a new definition of multi-generational family holidays. For families travelling together, the hotel offers a balanced approach that allows members of every generation to enjoy their own lifestyle seamlessly before coming together again to share happy moments as a family.

While some family members may choose to explore Pattaya Beach or enjoy outdoor activities, others can unwind at Maai Spa, a premium spa that blends contemporary Thai wellness practices with the refined inspiration of silk to restore both body and mind.

For larger families travelling with little princes and princesses, children can let their imaginations run free through creative activities at The Treehouse Kids Club and the expansive water park, while grandparents can retreat to the peaceful privacy and exclusive service of Club Napha.

Amari Pattaya also brings the whole family together over memorable meals, from authentic Thai cuisine crafted with carefully selected local ingredients and a selection of Western favourites at Amaya Food Gallery, to authentic Italian cuisine served in the warm ambience of Prego Pattaya Pasta Lab and Bar, a beachfront Italian restaurant where families and friends can gather over fresh pasta, handcrafted dishes and contemporary interpretations of Italian classics in a warm and welcoming setting

Meanwhile, OZO North Pattaya is an ideal choice for travellers who want to make the most of every moment of their trip. Its location close to the beach, major shopping centres, cafés, restaurants and the city’s key event venues makes it easy to experience Pattaya’s vibrant atmosphere. Guests can start the day with breakfast at EAT, take a stroll by the sea, stop at a café during the day and conveniently round off the evening with Pattaya’s nightlife. Back at the hotel, they can relax by the large swimming pool or recharge at the fitness centre before retiring to a room designed for a truly restful night’s sleep, ready to welcome a new morning and enjoy the city all over again.

More than just a seaside city near Bangkok, Pattaya today is a destination where travellers can shape their own experiences throughout the day, from relaxing on the beach and enjoying brunch at an inviting café to water activities, art attractions and seaside dining at sunset. This is the appeal of Event Tourism: an event is not merely the reason to travel, but the starting point for a trip filled with people, atmosphere and memorable moments.

For runners, families, groups of friends or anyone look for a seasonal getaway, Pattaya Marathon 2026 could be a good reason to start planning the next trip and use the opportunity to experience a side of Pattaya that goes beyond the beach.

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About ONYX Hospitality Group

ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the most respected names in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, manages a comprehensive and complementary portfolio of brands — Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence — designed to meet the diverse needs of both business and leisure travellers across the region. Beyond its accommodation brands, the Group also provides additional hospitality services spanning spa, food and beverage.

With more than six decades of management experience, the company has expanded its innovative solutions across the region while maintaining internationally recognised standards and ensuring operational agility and optimal efficiency. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unrivalled experiences in a highly competitive and constantly evolving market, meeting the ever-changing needs of travellers.

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New DNA Study May Reveal Who is Buried in Laos’ Plain of Jars

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The Plain of Jars, called Thong Hai Hin in Laos. Xieng Khouang Province, Laos. (Photo credit: Discover Laos)

Scientists may soon solve one of Laos’ biggest mysteries: who buried their dead inside the giant stone jars at the Plain of Jars, and where did these people come from?

The Plain of Jars, called Thong Hai Hin in Lao, sits in Xieng Khouang Province in northern Laos. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2019. National Geographic published new research at the site on 31 July.

Between 2022 and 2024, archaeologists dug into “Jar 1” on the Xieng Khouang Plateau and found the bones of at least 37 people, showing that ancient people had careful, complex burial customs. Findings from May confirmed who these people were and suggested that families used the jars again and again, over generations, to bury their dead.

Workers found the bones placed with care, not scattered around, with large bones and skulls arranged along the jar’s edges. 

Scientists used radiocarbon dating, a method that measures natural carbon in old bones to work out their age, to learn that people used the jar between about AD 890 and 1160. This means many generations may have used it as a burial place over hundreds of years.

Many questions still remain. 

Scientists now want to take DNA (genetic material found in every living thing) from the bones to see how the buried people were related, and to learn more about their ancestry and origins. 

Recovering DNA is hard in hot, wet places like Laos, since heat and moisture destroy genetic material over time. But if the test works, it could give the clearest answer yet to one of Laos’ most famous mysteries.

Beyond that, the team also recovered an iron knife, a small copper bell, pottery fragments, and glass beads from inside the jar. Chemical analysis of the beads points to trade connections with South Asia and the Middle East, suggesting communities on the Xieng Khouang Plateau participated in wider regional exchange networks.

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