The recognition acknowledges Haber’s leadership in AI-driven process control, industrial AI, and measurable industrial performance outcomes.
SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Haber has received its 2025 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition in the Industrial AI industry for its exceptional ability to translate artificial intelligence into real-time, closed-loop industrial control. This recognition highlights the company’s sustained focus on technology innovation, execution excellence, and customer impact as manufacturing and process industries navigate rising operational complexity and resource constraints.
Frost & Sullivan assesses organizations through a comprehensive benchmarking framework across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Haber demonstrated strong alignment between its long-term strategic vision and its ability to deliver consistent, scalable results in live industrial environments. The company distinguishes itself by moving automation beyond static logic and manual intervention toward adaptive, self-optimizing control systems that respond dynamically to changing process conditions. “Haber is redefining industrial AI by embedding intelligence directly into production processes, enabling operators to respond proactively rather than reactively, and delivering measurable operational and sustainability outcomes,” said Vijay Mathew, Director, Growth Advisory at Frost & Sullivan.
Driven by a growth strategy centered on intelligent automation, operational resilience, and sustainability-led value creation, Haber has shown a strong capacity to address persistent industry challenges such as workforce attrition, raw material variability, and inefficient resource consumption. Its continued investment in hybrid intelligence, which integrates physics-based process understanding with advanced machine learning, has enabled the company to scale effectively across multiple industries while maintaining accuracy, transparency, and control reliability.
Innovation is embodied in Haber ‘s Elixa and Mt.Fuji platform, which connects plant data, domain expertise, and real-time decision-making into a single operational framework. Unlike traditional automation systems that provide visibility without action, Elixa and Mt.Fuji continuously adjusts process variables through closed-loop control, enabling plants to stabilize production, reduce variability, and optimize energy, water, and chemical use. “As manufacturers and utilities face growing pressure to improve efficiency and sustainability, the ability to operationalize real-time data is becoming essential. Haber’s Industrial AI combines analytics with deep process expertise to support measurable improvements in industrial operations.” Priya Venkat, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Haber.
Haber’s customer-centric model further strengthens its market position. Elixa and Mt.Fuji have been implemented across more than 100 manufacturing sites, delivering over $300 million in annual recurring savings while achieving substantial reductions in chemical usage and water consumption. Its modular architecture allows rapid deployment alongside existing PLC and SCADA systems, enabling customers to realize value within weeks rather than months.
Frost & Sullivan commends Haber for establishing a high standard in technology innovation, strategic execution, and market responsiveness. The company’s disciplined approach to scaling industrial AI—supported by operator-first design, modular deployment, and measurable outcomes—is shaping the future of industrial process control and reinforcing the role of intelligence as a practical performance enabler.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition to organizations that demonstrate excellence in innovation strategy and implementation, resulting in tangible improvements in operational efficiency, customer value, and competitive positioning. The recognition reflects Frost & Sullivan’s assessment of companies that are advancing their industries through forward-looking technology and sustained growth performance.
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About Haber Haber redefines Industrial AI with its autonomous process control, manufacturing intelligence software and advanced process analyzers for manufacturing, utilities and water systems. The company’s platform deploys purpose built AI agents to integrate real time operational data with advanced analytics and machine learning, enabling actionable insights, autonomous process control, and measurable performance improvements in complex operating environments. Haber’s solutions help industries improve efficiency, reduce resource and energy consumption, and enhance quality and sustainability outcomes across sectors including pulp and paper, food and beverage, and institutional utilities. With deployments across global operations, Haber enables customers to move from reactive operations to proactive intelligence-driven decision making.
A powerful symbol of recovery after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake — and of travel that gives back
KANAZAWA, Japan, Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In December 2025, BBC Travel released its much-anticipated list of “The 20 Best Places to Travel in 2026.” Representing Japan on this global list is Ishikawa Prefecture — a region now gaining recognition not just for its scenic and cultural appeal, but for how travel there can directly support communities rebuilding after disaster.
Local media outlet Kanazawa Biyori, which covers the Kanazawa, Noto, and Kaga areas, sees this selection as much more than a popularity contest. Instead, it views the recognition as a meaningful nod to the role of tourism in sustaining communities, culture, and traditions — and is eager to share the story behind the spotlight.
A Destination Where Every Visit Makes a Difference
This year’s picks focused on places where tourism can do real good — helping preserve cultural heritage, protect the environment, and strengthen communities.
In Ishikawa’s case, the article highlighted the region’s recovery from the devastating Noto Peninsula Earthquake on January 1, 2024, and included voices from locals who hope to welcome visitors back as part of rebuilding efforts.
Kanazawa in the south is featured for its rich experiences in traditional crafts like gold leaf art and Kaga Yuzen dyeing, as well as its iconic attractions like Kenrokuen Garden and historic castle townscapes.
In the north, Noto offers travelers a chance to stay in farmhouse inns, try their hand at seasonal farming such as rice planting, and contribute to the preservation of beautiful terraced rice fields like Shiroyone Senmaida simply by visiting.
The article also spotlights Wajima lacquerware and sake-making by Noto’s master brewers as core cultural draws. International coverage has picked up on community-led projects like “Don’t Stop Noto Sake!”, which supports earthquake-hit breweries — many of which are now back in operation.
Stay with a local family, eat at a reopened restaurant, get hands-on in a workshop or rice field, sip sake brewed with heart — these aren’t just tourist experiences. They’re acts of solidarity and support, helping culture and communities thrive.
What Stands Out to Kanazawa Biyori
The Power of Recognition — Travel That Gives Back, Acknowledged Globally
Ishikawa has been steadily building systems where travel becomes a form of support. The fact that this effort is now being recognized on the world stage through a respected outlet like BBC Travel gives that work a powerful new level of visibility.
Experiences with Deeper Meaning
From gold leaf workshops and Kaga Yuzen dyeing in Kanazawa to rural homestays and rice planting in Noto, many experiences Kanazawa Biyori has long introduced are now being seen internationally as vital to preserving local heritage.
The Role of Local Media — Turning Interest into Action
While global features provide inspiration and context, travelers still need practical details to plan their trips — where to go, what to see, when to visit.
Kanazawa Biyori will continue to provide that crucial on-the-ground information, helping travelers take meaningful journeys to Kanazawa, Noto, and Kaga — trips that support recovery and honor tradition.
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saviynt, a leading provider of AI-powered human and non-human identity security, today announced the winners of its 2025 Partner Awards. These awards celebrate partners who have redefined identity security by leveraging Saviynt’s identity solutions to solve complex challenges and accelerate digital transformation for global enterprises.
As enterprises rapidly integrate artificial intelligence, the Saviynt partner ecosystem has become a vital driver of operational productivity and secure, AI agent and model enablement. This year’s recipients demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical excellence in using identity context to navigate modern agentic AI workflows.
“Partners are the cornerstone of our customers’ success and the primary drivers of scaling our business in the AI age,” said Todd Rotger, Chief Revenue Officer at Saviynt. “Our 2025 winners exemplify how collaboration and technical innovation can redefine identity security. By equipping our partners with the resources to excel, together we are delivering transformative results and helping businesses navigate their digital journeys and agentic AI workflows with confidence.”
2025 Saviynt Partner Award Winners
The following partners have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the global identity security AI ecosystem:
Global Excellence Award Winners
Partner of the Year:Deloitte – Recognized for exceptional global growth and a steadfast commitment to technical excellence, nearly tripling its count of certified practitioners to meet the rising enterprise demand for AI-driven identity governance.
Strategic Growth & Vision Partner of the Year:EY – Honored for a sophisticated approach to large-scale enterprise transformation. By aligning Saviynt’s AI-powered platform with the complex requirements of the Fortune 500, EY has secured some of the world’s most extensive digital ecosystems and driven identity maturity for global market leaders.
Transformation Partner of the Year:PwC – Recognized for developing a category-defining rapid access reduction managed service. This innovation positions Saviynt as a core, repeatable component of its global identity strategy.
Technology Partner of the Year:Amazon Web Services (AWS) – Celebrated for deep product synergy, specifically through the AWS Quick Suite Integration and Bedrock Runtime ACL. These integrations allow customers to deploy high-performance AI with built-in governance and security.
Sales Champion Partner of the Year: IBM – Honored for leading some of the year’s most complex global transformations, including a landmark modernization project for a major global automotive manufacturer to successfully unify identity controls across international borders.
Delivery Partner of the Year:KPMG – Distinguished for excellence in technical execution and operational reliability. KPMG maintained industry-leading customer satisfaction (CSAT) scores across both the AMS and EMEA regions throughout 2025.
Platform Innovation Partner of the Year: Accenture – Chosen for transforming Saviynt’s Application Access Governance (AAG) into a high-impact global campaign. By spearheading the adoption of Saviynt AAG for SAP and Oracle, Accenture has established one of the platform’s fastest-growing market segments, delivering significant early wins and a robust worldwide pipeline.
Emerging Consultancy Partner of the Year:Kroll – Recognized for the rapid development of a specialized identity security practice. By integrating Saviynt’s governance as a core pillar of breach response and incident recovery, Kroll is helping organizations build resilient, identity-first defense strategies.
Regional Excellence
The Saviynt ecosystem, which includes over 100 partners worldwide, also celebrated regional leaders driving specialized growth:
Regional Systems Integrators
GSI Partner of the Year – Americas: Deloitte – Recognized for exceptional global growth and a steadfast commitment to technical excellence. The firm secured a dominant market share in the Americas by addressing rising enterprise demand for AI-driven identity governance.
GSI Partner of the Year- Asia Pacific:Infosys – Honored for driving the highest volume of partner-sourced business in the region and successfully launching APAC’s first Managed Service Provider (MSP) identity offering.
GSI Partner of the Year – EMEA: Accenture – Awarded for integrating Saviynt into their global SAP practice, providing identity-first security for mission-critical business applications and enterprise resource planning.
Regional Channel & Sales Leadership
Channel Partner of the Year – Americas: GuidePoint Security – Recognized for significantly expanding the identity security footprint in North America through a combined focus on technical certification and net-new business growth.
Channel Partner of the Year – Asia Pacific: NEC Corporation – Recognized for driving critical infrastructure modernization within the Japanese public sector. Their leadership was instrumental in securing a landmark engagement with a major national defense organization.
Channel Partner of the Year – EMEA: iC Consult – Celebrated for setting a global record for technical proficiency. The firm achieved 92 Ambassador certifications within a single year to support rapid regional growth.
Partner of the Year – Canada:IDMWORKS – Distinguished for expanding Saviynt’s presence in Canada by leading the region in new enterprise opportunities and full-platform deployments.
Distribution Partner of the Year – Japan: Macnica – Honored for securing the vast majority of local enterprise deals in Japan and successfully introducing Saviynt’s Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions to the region.
Regional Delivery & Technical Execution
Delivery Partner of the Year- Americas: Deloitte – Recognized for unmatched implementation scale, successfully delivering 19 complex deployments in 2025. Deloitte utilizes a global force of nearly 800 trained practitioners to manage the growing complexity of human and non-human identities.
Delivery Partner of the Year – Asia Pacific: EY Singapore – Honored for excellence in technical execution and driving rapid time-to-value for complex financial ecosystems. This included a successful deployment for a premier multilateral development bank.
Delivery Partner of the Year – EMEA:iC Consult – Recognized for exceptional delivery performance and cultivating enduring client partnerships. The firm currently manages a robust portfolio of 16 active enterprise deployments across the UK, DACH, and broader European markets.
Regional Breakout & Momentum Leaders
Breakout Partner of the Year – Americas: IDMWORKS – Recognized for an extraordinary year of market expansion in banking, retail, and higher education. The firm built a robust, fully partner-sourced pipeline from the ground up.
Breakout Partner of the Year – Asia Pacific: Deloitte – Honored for generating the highest regional momentum across Asia Pacific and Japan. The firm secured transformative wins in the energy and consumer goods sectors, setting a new standard for identity maturity.
Breakout Partner of the Year – EMEA: NEVERHACK – Honored for the second consecutive year for driving identity modernization. NeverHack demonstrated market leadership in Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) and a significant surge in newly acquired enterprise customers.
Rising Star Partner of the Year – Americas: Optiv – Honored for rapid market acceleration and deep leadership alignment. Optiv established significant business momentum through a formalized strategic roadmap and a robust joint AWS strategy.
Building the Future of Identity Security
The Saviynt partner ecosystem, comprising over 500 partners worldwide, plays a pivotal role in building and delivering AI-driven identity and cybersecurity solutions globally. Our partners leverage their expertise to propel security teams toward success, and we take great pride in collaborating with them to deliver best-of-breed security solutions to the market.
The 2025 Saviynt Partner Awards, presented at Saviynt’s Amplify AI 2026 Sales Kickoff, celebrate partners for their innovation, industry and sector expertise, and solutions delivered globally to valued customers worldwide.
About Saviynt
Saviynt’s AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization’s applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI today. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies, and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.
SHANGHAI, Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From January 27 to 31, Assembly Character Toys brand Blokees made its debut at Spielwarenmesse 2026, exhibiting its expanding product ecosystem to global players. At one of the world’s leading international toy fairs, Blokees highlighted its commitment to delivering diverse and engaging products for players of different ages and interests.
Ye Shanshan (Sam), Vice President of Brand Marketing at Blokees, attended the opening ceremony and extended a warm welcome to all influencers and guests in attendance. With years of extensive experience in marketing, Ye Shanshan (Sam) has been a key driver behind Blokees’ global brand development initiatives.
At the exhibition, Blokees presented its two major categories — Blokees Model Kits and Blokees Wheels — featuring more than 240 products across over 10 major product lines, including HERO5, HERO10, Champion, Legend, TERRAVENTURE, and DaaLaMode.
Blokees also unveiled products based on globally renowned IPs such as Transformers, EVANGELION, Jurassic World, and Minions. Within its offerings for consumers aged 6 to 16, the HERO5 and HERO10 lines were key highlights, featuring products including Blokees Transformers Defend Version Series 6: War Behemoths and Blokees Transformers Galaxy Version Series 9: Darkest Hour. In addition, three characters from Saint Seiya Galaxy Version Series 04: Gold Zodiac 2 — Virgo Shaka, Gemini Saga, and Pisces Aphrodite — made their global debut at the show.
Another notable debut was Blokees Wheels Transformers C02: Wreck’N Rule, featuring popular characters such as Roadbuster, Overlord, Ironfist, and Breakdown, and introducing a jet mode for Overlord in the Blokees Wheels line for the first time.
Blokees continues to expand its Champion series for consumers aged 16 and above. At the exhibition, Blokees officially unveiled Blokees Mega Man Champion Class: Shooting Star Mega Man and Blokees Mega Man Champion Class: Zero (Mega Man Zero), bringing the classic Japanese video game IP to life for nostalgic fans. The company also debuted Blokees Saint Seiya Champion Series: Plated Pegasus Seiya EX Version, developed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Saint Seiya.
Apart from the extensive products, Blokees also exhibited 15 outstanding global BFC works from The 3rd BFC Creation Contest 2025 and announced the launch of The 4th BFC Creation Contest, aiming to further engage creators worldwide.
In the future, Blokees will continue to develop diverse and superior products, meeting global players’ needs.
MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 January 2026 – As 2026 rears into view and the Lunar New Year glitters around the corner, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) is proud to present the “Golden Fortunes: the Macau Debut of Zhu Bingren’s Copper Art” exhibition at GalaxyArt, the exquisite artistic and cultural arm of Galaxy Macau. Running from now until April 12, the exhibition showcases a series of major works by Master Zhu Bingren, the National-level Inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Copper Carving, marking the debut exhibition of Master Zhu’s artworks in Macau and bringing together multiple genres of his creations. Master Zhu’s son, Mr Zhu Junmin, – who has carried on the living legacy of his father’s craft – showcases a multitude of his works at the same exhibition. The exhibition is held with the precious support of the Macao SAR Government’s Macao Government Tourism Office and Cultural Affairs Bureau.
Zhu Bingren Exhibition at GalaxyART
Copper, with its warm, glimmering lustre, has symbolised blessings and prosperity across millennia within the Chinese culture. Chinese maestro Master Zhu Bingren continues a century-old family legacy while pioneering new chapters in molten‑copper artistry. Beyond preserving the traditional gengcai technique, he has also innovated unique methods such as “molten copper”. From his early integration of copper into architecture, to his development of fine art pieces, he has expanded the medium from structural craft to modern artistry, reinvigorating this ancient craftsmanship with talent and dexterity.
As the Horse gallops into the coming Lunar New Year, “Golden Fortunes: the Macau Debut of Zhu Bingren’s Copper Art” presents 68 signature works by Master Zhu and Mr Zhu, 38 of which feature the equestrian theme. Sculpted with high‑temperature glaze, these magnificent works intertwine the bold, dynamic style of Tang‑dynasty horses with Western realism and contemporary influences. Their poised, galloping forms symbolise good fortune, vitality, and progress in the Year of the Horse – bringing blessings and vitality to exhibition visitors.
On January 28 morning, Mr Cheng Wai Tong, Acting Director of Macao Government Tourism Office; Mr Cheang Kai Meng, Vice President of Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government; Mr Philip Cheng, Director of GEG; Mr Lao Ngai Leong, Representative of the 14th National People’s Congress and Vice President of All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese; Mr Wang Baosheng, President of Chinese Cultural Figures; Master Zhu Bingren and Mr Zhu Junmin officiated at the opening ceremony.
(From left) Mr Lao Ngai Leong, Vice President of All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and Representative of the 14th National People’s Congress; Mr Cheang Kai Meng, Vice President of Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government; Mr Cheng Wai Tong, Acting Director of Macao Government Tourism Office; Mr Philip Cheng, Director of Galaxy Entertainment Group; Mr Wang Baosheng, President of Chinese Cultural Figures; Master Zhu Bingren and Mr Zhu Junmin, lead artists of the exhibition, officiated at the opening ceremony.
GEG Director, Mr Philip Cheng, remarked: “Galaxy Entertainment Group remains committed to fostering artistic development and advancing the innovative ‘Tourism+Culture’ integration, bringing added vibrancy to Macau. Through this exhibition, GEG introduces intangible cultural heritage craftsmanship to the World Centre of Tourism and Leisure. This showcase at GalaxyArt brings together decades of Master Zhu’s dedication, creative spirit and diverse genres of work, presented in Macau for the very first time as an exclusive exhibition. It offers visitors a rare opportunity to appreciate the breadth and artistic vision of Master Zhu’s exceptional craftsmanship.”
GalaxyArt, the artistic and cultural hub of Galaxy Macau, proudly presents the “Golden Fortunes: the Macau Debut of Zhu Bingren’s Copper Art” exhibition, featuring the eponymous copper artist’s work. The exhibition is now open until April 12.
Master Zhu Bingren said: “Nine years ago, I first set foot on this land, and the openness and inclusiveness of Macau has remained deeply engraved ever since. My works include ‘Confluence of the Three Rivers’ and ‘Emerald Plumes, Blossoming Grace’ continue to innovate in the copper art medium. I hope that these flowing glimmers of copper serve as a cultural bridge, connecting the flourishing arts community in the Greater Bay Area.”
As a national-level master of copper art, Master Zhu has been a trailblazer in molten copper artistry over two decades. His works seamlessly unite modern techniques with traditional craft, establishing new paradigms in Chinese copper art.
As a national master of copper art and holder of titles including Research Fellow at the China National Academy of Arts and Cultural and Creative Consultant at The Palace Museum in Beijing, Master Zhu Bingren has been a leading figure in molten‑copper art over two decades. His works combine modern techniques with traditional craftsmanship, carrying auspicious symbolism and earning recognition and collection by many of China’s leading arts museums. Many pieces featured in this Macau premiere have never been shown publicly before, including works created specifically for GalaxyArt.
Since its establishment, GalaxyArt has been dedicated to fostering cultural exchange between China and the world, presenting diverse art exhibitions and cross‑disciplinary collaborations. Centred around Master Zhu’s copper sculpture artistry, this exhibition brings China’s intangible cultural heritage into the international setting of the world‑class luxury resort, allowing local residents and global visitors to appreciate masterful craftsmanship up close.
GEG warmly invites guests to enjoy “Golden Fortunes: the Macau Debut of Zhu Bingren’s Copper Art”. Amid the shimmering glow of copper, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the beauty of intangible heritage and welcome the spirited arrival of the Year of the Horse. The exhibition runs until April 12, and is open daily from 11 am to 9 pm, with free admission.
An Immersive Glowing Encounter “Golden Fortunes: the Macau Debut of Zhu Bingren’s Copper Art” is presented in five thematic zones: “Success at Hand” – celebrating the myriad forms and vitality of noble steeds; “Year-end Elegance” – refined molten-copper ritual floral arrangements and vessels evoking festive grace; “State Gifts and Global Blessings” – copper masterpieces bestowed in diplomatic ceremonies, embodying the splendour of Chinese culture; “Colours of Spring” – monumental works capturing the grandeur of landscapes and the steadfast symbolism of copper seals; and “Macau’s Molten Light” – creations infused with the essence of Macau, lending prosperity to the Pearl River estuary and harmony across cultures.
Among the works on display at GalaxyArt, symbolic creations, such as “Fisherman’s Song in the Rain”, employing Master Zhu’s self‑developed molten‑copper technique, capturing the vivid movement of golden canopies and glittering stove fires amid drizzling rain. The green‑tinted molten texture below evokes drifting seaweed or flowing water – an artistic reflection of Macau’s transformation from a small fishing village into a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure.
Master Zhu also holds a special fondness for the auspicious peacock. Two peacock artworks are showcased in this exhibition, one created exclusively for GalaxyArt. Standing tall with bright, spirited eyes fixed forward, symbolising hope for a brighter future, the peacock’s elegantly unfurled tail feathers are painted layer by layer with gengcai in an exquisite purple hue – a colour of serenity and a harmonious analogy to Galaxy Macau’s elegance. The two blossoming lotuses on the foundation draw a close connection with Macau, the city of the lotus.
Master Zhu also holds a special fondness for the auspicious peacock. An exhibit is created exclusively for GalaxyArt, which is a peacock standing tall.
The exhibition also features several copper sculptures year-end ritual flowers by Mr Zhu Junmin. With extraordinary craftsmanship, each petal, stamen, and leaf are delicately shaped, conveying a deeper appreciation of the subtlety and precision of Zhu’s copper art.
Master Zhu applies casting and shaping methods alongside a colored copper process developed through repeated layers of mineral glazes and high-temperature firing to achieve vivid, saturated colours across the horse’s body.
With masterful hands, Master Zhu brings to life the boundless creativity of his vast imagination, transforming copper into captivating murals, including the pictured 6-metre-long “The Eight Heavenly Horses”.
A copper artist and innovator, Master Zhu is the brain behind a multitude of artworks created as diplomatic gifts.
The Intangible Legacy: A Masterclass with Master Zhu and GalaxyArt To help the younger generation in Macau gain a deeper understanding of intangible cultural heritage craftsmanship, Master Zhu Bingren took the opportunity of his debut exhibition at GalaxyArt to visit the Macau University of Science and Technology. In collaboration with the university’s Faculty of Humanities and Arts, he delivered a special lecture on January 27 for students from arts disciplines. During the session, Master Zhu personally shared insights from his artistic career with over 100 students from the arts-related faculties, and discussed topics such as the sustainable development of China’s intangible cultural heritage.
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ABOUT GALAXY MACAU INTEGRATED RESORT
Galaxy Macau, world-class luxury integrated resort, delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Nine award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau, and the opening-soon Capella at Galaxy Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575 metres, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-metre high and 150-metre pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz- Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.
As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meter, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theatres are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.
Hong Kong sports and corporate travel group secures exclusive rights to Australian award-winning eco-resort
HONG KONG, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CSTS Enterprises, Hong Kong’s innovative sports and entertainment tourism and corporate travel management specialist, has been appointed Asia-Pacific General Sales Agent by Iron Creek Bay Estate, an Australian award-winning eco-resort. This exclusive partnership unlocks Tasmania’s authentic and sustainable stays for corporate groups, incentive travellers, destination wedding parties and family holidays across Asia-Pacific.
Located just a short drive from Hobart Airport in Sorell, Iron Creek Bay Estate offers spacious 3-5 room private Pavilions perfect for family gatherings, wedding parties and corporate retreats, alongside cosy guest rooms surrounded by native Tasmanian landscaping. Guests enjoy gym, guest lounge and laundry facilities, plus Australian eco-friendly ORANA bathroom amenities.
The estate’s signature ORANI Restaurant serves chef-driven, locally-sourced farmhouse cuisine with panoramic views across cherry orchards to Iron Creek Bay and Mount Wellington – the ideal romantic backdrop for destination weddings and sunset celebrations featuring Tasmanian wines and craft spirits.
“Iron Creek Bay Estate represents the perfect complement to our tourism portfolio as we expand incentive travel offerings across Asia-Pacific,” William Lau, Regional Director, Business Development at CSTS, said. “This partnership positions CSTS to deliver Tasmania’s world-class eco-tourism to our Fortune 500 corporate clients, wedding planners and families seeking unique destinations for celebrations and bonding experiences.”
“We are delighted to appoint CSTS as our Asia-Pacific GSA. Their proven expertise in high-end corporate travel and deep regional networks will bring premium Asian groups to experience Tasmania’s pristine natural beauty and our bespoke hospitality,” Rod Black, General Manager, Hotels at Iron Creek Bay Estate, said. “From Pavilion-based executive retreats to ORANI Restaurant family dinners, Iron Creek Bay is ready to welcome Asia-Pacific’s discerning travellers.”
This partnership represents a strategic win for Tasmania’s eco and premium tourism sectors. With Asia-Pacific markets representing close to 70% of Australia’s inbound tourism spend[1], Iron Creek Bay Estate gains a powerful platform through CSTS’s established corporate relationships and high-net-worth networks across Greater China, Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia.
The collaboration also supports Tasmania’s ambition to position itself as Asia-Pacific’s premier eco-luxury wedding and family holiday destination, capitalising on growing demand for sustainable, nature-immersed celebrations
CSTS Enterprises is an innovative sports and entertainment tourism and travel technology group. CSTS is dedicated to becoming a global expert in developing and managing innovative, end-to-end integrated marketing solutions and services that connect major sports and entertainment events with regional and local brands.
At its core, CSTS is a provider of innovative solutions across corporate travel, integrated marketing, and advanced technology services. Through deep knowledge of the industry and advanced technologies, CSTS delivers tech-enabled efficiency and cost-effective travel programs, transforming corporate travel into a seamless, value-driven experience.
[1] Source: Tourism Research Australia, International Visitor Survey 2024-2025; Data as of year ending September 2025
About Iron Creek Bay Estate
Iron Creek Bay Estate is a coastal eco-resort, located just minutes from Hobart Airport in Sorell, Tasmania. Featuring spacious 3-5 room private Pavilions ideal for corporate groups and cosy king/twin guestrooms, the estate offers native Tasmanian landscaping, gym facilities, guest lounge and eco-friendly ORANA bathroom amenities.
Signature ORANI Restaurant delivers chef-driven, locally-sourced farmhouse cuisine with sweeping views across cherry orchards to Iron Creek Bay and Mount Wellington. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast and lunch, with seasonal dinners and bespoke wedding menus. ORANI provides an idyllic setting for weddings and sunset celebrations featuring local wines and craft spirits overlooking the bay.
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Phan Huy makes history as the youngest Vietnamese designer at Paris Haute Couture Week. His handmade collection celebrates Vietnam’s culture and heritage.
By Adam PLOWRIGHT/AFP – Phan Huy has had a thrilling, but quite stressful, journey to making history at Paris Haute Couture Week on , Thursday, 29 January, where he will become the youngest and the first Vietnamese designer to present a collection on the official calendar.
The early part of his week was spent anxiously waiting for his designs to arrive in France from Vietnam after they were held up in customs.
“I was very nervous,” the soft-spoken 27-year-old told AFP on Tuesday just hours after his elaborate hand-made dresses were finally released, meaning he could begin fitting the models.
“We had a paperwork issue,” his co-founder and brand chief executive Steven Doan, 40, explained.
The delays have complicated an already daunting task for the duo who have been catapulted into Paris Haute Couture Week and the fashion stratosphere, which some designers spend a lifetime hoping to enter.
They created the label less than three years ago, but have been fast-tracked into a field that includes corporate giants like Chanel, Dior or Armani, which have billions in annual sales.
Phan and Doan have more limited resources and prepared to unveil their designs on Thursday at 1230 GMT in a cramped basement apartment in western Paris.
“The first collection completely sold out and from that we reinvested,” Doan explained. “We were very lucky that we’ve received a lot of orders from customers around the world, not just in Vietnam.”
A dream
The origins of the brand go back to Phan’s final collection at the Ho Chi Minh City University which became a viral sensation, drawing attention from local celebrities including singers My Tam and Ho Ngoc Ha.
“It was a dream because I was a young student,” said Phan, who only turned 27 this week.
Doan, a former model and a stylist in London, also reached out from his then-home in the British capital to suggest they work together.
“I was really struck by Huy’s talent. In Vietnam there’s a level of designing that is very similar and then when you see a different collection, it really stands out,” Doan said.
While he grew up in the coastal city of Nha Trang, Phan hails from a village in the central Quang Tri province.
Phan credits his first interest in fabrics to his parents’ curtain shop, where material was always abundant.
He would transform some of it into doll dresses.
“I was into fashion and clothing when I was six years old. I was always very picky with my own outfits,” he explained.
Fashion as well
The invitation to Paris Haute Couture Week came from France’s FHCM fashion federation, which is the guardian of the country’s highly protected Fashion Weeks and a key tastemaker.
Alongside the permanent French couture houses, the federation invites guest designers from around the world who have both the skill and commitment to handmade craft that form the basis of the business.
Phan Huy will take his place alongside other designers such as Rami Al Ali from Syria, Imane Ayissi from Cameroon and Hong Kong-born Robert Wun who have brought diversity and freshness to the programme.
“I’m very happy and very proud because I can represent and bring the culture and creativity of Vietnam to the world,” Phan said.
Doan stressed that their home country is known as a global manufacturing hub that produces mass-market clothes for Western brands.
“We want to prove that we can do fashion as well,” he said.
The last Phan Huy collection, which was shown off-calendar in Paris last July, included references to everyday rural Vietnamese life from fans, fishing nets, straw bundles to banana leaves.
This upcoming Spring/Summer 2026 season has been inspired by Vietnam’s former ruling Nguyen dynasty, notably Emperor Khai Dinh and the last empress consort, Nam Phuong, who both lived under colonial French rule.
“I want to be inspired by people like Empress consort Nam Phuong, King Khai Dinh, with their fashion style and the interaction between the West and the East,” explained Phan.
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