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Luxury Meets Technology: CLEAR Defines a New Era of Premium Scalp Care with Cellular-Level Repair Experience

SHANGHAI, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 17, 2025, a grand event blending luxurious aesthetics and cutting-edge technology unfolded at TANK Shanghai, where CLEAR—Unilever’s premium professional anti-dandruff brand—globally launched its first-ever SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE under the core concept of “the collision of luxury and technology,” redefining new standards for premium scalp care. With 50 years of expertise in scalp care, this groundbreaking series integrates cutting-edge innovations from five global laboratories and the collective efforts of over 200 dermatologists. Leveraging three patented technologies1, it breaks through the limitations of traditional hair care, harnessing “cellular-level2 repair” science to revitalize scalp health from the root and herald a revolutionary new era in premium scalp care.

CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE Global Launch: Redefining Premium Scalp Care with Technological Innovation

Currently, China’s premium scalp care market is experiencing explosive growth, expanding at a rate of 190% and reaching a scale of over 33 billion RMB. Faced with evolving consumer demands and their diverse needs for scalp health, simply focusing on ”cleansing” is no longer enough to satisfy their desire for a premium experience.

“The key to a healthy scalp lies in fundamental repair at the cellular level.” Elsharkawy Mohamed, Unilever China’s Hair Care Marketing Director and Global Vice President of CLEAR, emphasized that Clear is now focusing on cell science and announced the global launch of the brand’s first SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE.

This series, developed through a decade of research in partnership with five global labs and tested by more than 200 dermatologists, features a revolutionary “cellular-level hair care technology matrix.” It’s designed to address the core issues of oiliness, dandruff, and sensitivity, helping to build a healthy scalp environment.

Revolutionary Breakthrough at the Cellular Level: CLEAR Unveils the “Scalp Cell Response Mechanism”

Eric Han, Head of R&D for Unilever Beauty & Wellbeing North Asia, stated: ”In the new era of scalp care, treatment should not remain superficial. CLEAR’s technological approach is about ‘rebuilding the foundation’ by synergistically managing cell metabolism and the scalp microbiome to help restore scalp health.”

Thus, the CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE, built upon three patented technologies[1], now introduced five targeted products: The Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo incorporates Unilever’s proprietary Selenium Disulfide PRO[3] Technology, which strengthens the protein “skeleton” and “outer walls” of barrier cells[2] to eliminate and prevent dandruff at its root cause[4], clearing 99% of flakes in just one wash[5], and correcting oiliness, dandruff, and itch in 4 weeks[6]. The Scalp Massage Essence helps repair the scalp barrier and create an invisible shield against dandruff. For recurrent dandruff issues, the Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo utilizes Piroctone Olamine[7] Technology to not only inhibit and fight dandruff but also to improve the scalp environment, boosting dandruff resistance by 500%[8].

Beyond breakthroughs in dandruff control, CLEAR has launched its first clinically proven Oil Control Shampoo to address excessive sebum secretion. Utilizing Sebum-reg tech[9], it inhibits “scalp oil production” for a purer and more controlled scalp, correcting oily hair in 4 weeks[10]. Specially formulated for sensitive scalps, the Soothing and Repairing Shampoo is inspired by Nobel Prize-winning research. It features the SENSICARE[11] ingredient to precisely block sensitivity signals and correct the four major concerns of dryness, itch, tightness, and redness within four weeks[12].

To better showcase the revolutionary innovation at the cellular level, CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE spokesperson Leo Luo and the CLEAR R&D team conducted live experiments at the launch event to demonstrate the series’ powerful scientific capabilities. Leo Luo stated, ”As the spokesperson for the CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE, I am once again impressed by CLEAR’s technological strength. At the same time, as a consumer, I also really enjoy the pleasant hair care experience CLEAR provides. It truly achieves a balance between professional efficacy and comfort!”

CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE spokesperson Leo Luo and the CLEAR R&D team conducted live experiments at the launch event to demonstrate the series' powerful scientific capabilities.
CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE spokesperson Leo Luo and the CLEAR R&D team conducted live experiments at the launch event to demonstrate the series’ powerful scientific capabilities.

CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE spokesperson Leo Luo and the CLEAR R&D team conducted live experiments at the launch event to demonstrate the series’ powerful scientific capabilities.

From Product Innovation to Industry Leadership: CLEAR is Pioneering a New Era of Scalp Health.

“CLEAR has dedicated over 50 years to in-depth scalp research. This newly launched SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE represents a vibrant step in the brand’s ongoing commitment to its premiumization strategy and its exploration of localized innovation within China,” stated Chen Ge, President of Unilever China. “China is not only a significant global consumer market but is also becoming an innovation hub for the beauty and hair care industry. By deeply integrating into China’s innovation ecosystem, we are upgrading from functionality to science, and from products to systems, thereby injecting continuous momentum into the transformation and sustainable growth of the global industrial chain.”

Notes:

1.      Three patented technologies: Refers to the three patents in the CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE formulas. Specifically: CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo formula, a UK invention patent with patent number EP4271351; CLEAR Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo formula, a US invention patent with patent number US12246084; and CLEAR Oil Control Shampoo formula, a Chinese invention patent with patent number ZL201811056799.0.

2.      Cellular-level: Refers to the barrier cells of the scalp epidermis.

3.      Selenium Disulfide PRO: Refers to the selenium disulfide, serine, alanine, glycine, and panthenol in the formula of Clear’s Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo.

4.      Root cause: Refers to the root cause of dandruff.

5.      Clearing 99% of flakes in just one wash: A third-party study involving 34 consumers with severe dandruff shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after one use of CLEAR Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Individual results may vary.

6.      Correcting oiliness, dandruff, and itch in 4 weeks: A third-party study involving 34 consumers with severe dandruff shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after 4 weeks’ use of CLEAR Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Individual results may vary. Itch refers to scalp itch caused by dandruff.

7.      Piroctone Olamine: Piroctone Olamine

8.      Boosting dandruff resistance by 500%: Unilever internal testing shows that CLEAR Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo inhibits the root cause of dandruff more than 6 times better than our internal control product. Individual results may vary.

9.      Sebum-reg tech: Refers to capryloyl glycine oil control technology.

10.    Correcting oily hair in 4 weeks: Unilever internal efficacy testing shows that after 4 weeks of continuous use of Clear CLEAR Control Shampoo, instrumental measurements indicated a significant reduction in scalp oil compared to before use. Individual results may vary.

11.    SENSICARE: Refers to 4-tert-butylcyclohexanol and bisabolol in the CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo formula.

12.    Correct the four major concerns of dryness, itch, tightness, and redness within four weeks: A third-party study involving 32 consumers with sensitive scalp shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after 4 weeks’ use of CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo. Individual results may vary. Itch refers to scalp itch caused by dandruff.

 

[1] Refers to the three patents in the CLEAR SCALPCEUTICALS PRO RANGE formulas. Specifically: CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo formula, a UK invention patent with patent number EP4271351; CLEAR Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo formula, a US invention patent with patent number US12246084; and CLEAR Oil Control Shampoo formula, a Chinese invention patent with patent number ZL201811056799.0.

[2] Refers to the barrier cells of the scalp epidermis.

[3] Refers to the selenium disulfide, serine, alanine, glycine, and panthenol in the formula of Clear’s Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo.

[4] Refers to the root cause of dandruff.

[5] A third-party study involving 34 consumers with severe dandruff shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after one use of CLEAR Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Individual results may vary.

[6] A third-party study involving 34 consumers with severe dandruff shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after 4 weeks’ use of CLEAR Selenium Disulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo. Individual results may vary. Itch refers to scalp itch caused by dandruff.

[7] Piroctone Olamine

[8] Unilever internal testing shows that CLEAR Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo inhibits the root cause of dandruff more than 6 times better than our internal control product. Individual results may vary.

[9] Refers to capryloyl glycine oil control technology.

[10] Unilever internal efficacy testing shows that after 4 weeks of continuous use of Clear CLEAR Control Shampoo, instrumental measurements indicated a significant reduction in scalp oil compared to before use. Individual results may vary.

[11] Refers to 4-tert-butylcyclohexanol and bisabolol in the CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo formula.

[12] A third-party study involving 32 consumers with sensitive scalp shows statistically significant agreement in self-assessments after 4 weeks’ use of CLEAR Soothing and Repairing Shampoo. Individual results may vary. Itch refers to scalp itch caused by dandruff.

Hong Kong Life Launched Waves of New Health Service Initiatives Helping Customers Move Towards a Higher Quality of Life


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 May 2025 – Hong Kong Life always stands by its customers, dedicated to providing innovative health service initiatives that allow every customer to enjoy more comprehensive health protection and medical support, helping them move towards a healthier life.

First Wave l “MedicMart” e-Platform
Offering Discounts on Health Checkups and Services

In January 2025, Hong Kong Life launched the first wave of health service initiatives by rolling out the “MedicMart” e-platform, specifically providing exclusive discounts on health checkups, Vaccination and Egg Freezing Services, and Children’s Assessment Programs for Hong Kong Life customers. Customers can compare, select, and purchase suitable health checkup services at discounted prices on the “MedicMart” e-platform. In addition to offering “Health Checkup Plans” for policyowners, Hong Kong Life provided flu vaccines to the public through a social media game during the flu season earlier.

Second Wave l “Mannings PharmaCare” Offer
Presenting Pharmacist Consultations and Free Medications

Hong Kong Life is set to launch the second wave of its health service initiative, the “Mannings PharmaCare” Offer, on May 2, 2025, benefiting both customers and the public!

Through this offer, customers can redeem coupons at designated Mannings stores to access the “Mannings PharmaCare” service once, covering consultation and free medication for eight common minor ailments: Cold and Flu, Allergy, Pain and Aches, Gastrointestinal Conditions, Women’s Health, Minor Skin Conditions, Eye Conditions and Oral Health.

This initiative aims to strengthen health protection by offering accessible medical support.

Additionally, the “Care We On Health Challenge” game will launch on the same day, giving the public an opportunity to receive free coupons. Stay tuned for official announcements on Facebook and Instagram!

In 2025, Hong Kong Life will continue to launch more fabulous health service offers, allowing customers and the public to enjoy more comprehensive protection services. Stay tuned!

Mr. Jonathan Ko, Chief Marketing Officer of Hong Kong Life, said, “We are committed to providing innovative health support service initiatives so that every customer can enjoy more comprehensive health protection. In January 2025, Hong Kong Life rolled out MedicMart e-Platform to offer our customers exclusive discounts on health checkups; we also officially launched the “Mannings PharmaCare” Offer on May 2, providing customers with pharmacist consultations and free medication services. This year, we will continue to launch more fabulous health service initiatives, making it easier for customers and the public to access various health support and work together towards a healthier future.”

Details of Hong Kong Life’s 2025 Policyholder Offers:

1) Hong Kong Life “Healthcare at Ease”

  • Promotion Period: 2 May to 30 September 2025 (Both Dates Inclusive)
  • Individual clients with successful applications submitted within the Promotion Period for any Eligible Life Insurance Plan(s)1 of Hong Kong Life, with Annualized First Year Premium HKD80,000 (or equivalent) or above, may receive the coupon of Mannings PharmaCare 2

2) Complimentary Health Service

  • Promotion Period: 1 April to 30 June 2025 (Both Dates Inclusive)
  • Offshore clients3 with successful applications submitted within the Promotion Period for any Eligible Life Insurance Plan(s)5 of Hong Kong Life, with Annualized First Year Premium of HKD180,000 (or equivalent) or above, may enjoy the MedicMart Health Package B 4 provided by MediConCen once.

Remarks:

  1. An Eligible Life Insurance Plan means any life insurance plan underwritten by Hong Kong Life except Fortune Plus III Savings Insurance Plan and Retire-at-Ease II Deferred Annuity Plan.
  2. If the clients submit more than one application for the Eligible Life Insurance Plan with the same life insured, only the policy of the Eligible Insurance Plan with the earliest issue date would be entitled to the Mannings PharmaCare once.
  3. Offshore Client refers to the policyowners who submit an application with an identity document issued by the relevant authorities of a place outside Hong Kong, and such identity document does not include Hong Kong Identity Card, HKSAR Passport or British National (Overseas) passport.
  4. If the clients submit more than one application for the Eligible Life Insurance Plan with the same life insured, only the policy of the Eligible Insurance Plan with the earliest issue date would be entitled to the MedicMart Health Package B once.
  5. Eligible Life Insurance Plans : Wealth Accelerator Multi-Currency Plan (2-Year/5-Year/10-Year Pay) / Family Care Dread Disease Protection Plan (10-Year/20-Year Pay) / Family Fortune Savings Insurance Plan (5-Year/10-Year Pay) / Monthly Reward Whole Life (3-Year Pay) / Prime Reward Whole Life Savings Insurance Plan (3-Year/6-Year/9-Year Pay) / Joyful Whole Life Savings Protection Plan / Your Wealth Whole Life Savings Protection Plan / Perfect 10 Whole Life Protector / Wealth for U Savings Protection Plan / Monthly Reward 18 (3-Year Pay)

Hashtag: #香港人壽 #HKLife #健康服務 #優惠 #MedicMart #CareWeOn健康挑戰 #萬寧藥健保障計劃




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

About Hong Kong Life

Established in 2001, Hong Kong Life Insurance Limited (“Hong Kong Life”) was founded by five local financial institutions including Asia Insurance Company Limited, Chong Hing Bank Limited, CMB Wing Lung Bank Limited, OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited, which laid their foundations and have been serving people in Hong Kong for more than 50 years in average. Through our extensive network of around 130 distribution points comprising Chong Hing Bank, CMB Wing Lung Bank, OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) and Shanghai Commercial Bank, we offer an integrated one-stop service of insurance and financial planning to customers.

Landis+Gyr Announces FY 2024 Financial Results

CHAM, Switzerland, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions, today announced unaudited financial results for financial year 2024 (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025).

  • Exceptional order intake of USD 2.6 billion (up 33.3% YoY) driven by contract wins in all regions, corresponding to a book-to-bill ratio of 1.5
  • Record committed backlog of USD 4.6 billion (up 22.9% YoY)
  • FY 2024 net revenue of USD 1,729.3 million (down 10.5% in constant currency) due to non-recurrence of 2023 pent-up demand realization, tariffs impacting timing of shipments in March and softness in EMEA in the first half
  • Adjusted EBITDA of USD 170.9 million, down 25.7% YoY, due to lower operating leverage and inventory write-off of USD 20 million; strong expense management resulted in a margin of 9.9%; Adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.4% when excluding one-off effects
  • Net loss from continuing operations of USD (84.7) million or USD (2.97) per share (diluted) due to a non-cash goodwill impairment of USD 111.0 million
  • Cash flow from operating activities of USD 78.9 million, down 34.9% on lower profitability and higher working capital
  • To preserve balance sheet strength, a reduced distribution of CHF 1.15 per share is proposed to the Annual General Meeting
  • Guidance for FY 2025 with net revenue growth of between 5% and 8% and Adjusted EBITDA margin in the range between 10.5% and 12.0%
  • Strategic transformation with review of EMEA and U.S. listing progressing according to plan

“Financial year 2024 has underscored the strength and resilience of Landis+Gyr’s business model and technology, demonstrated by our record order intake of USD 2.6 billion and an unprecedented backlog of USD 4.6 billion. This success was driven by our team delivering key wins in the Americas and Asia Pacific, alongside a notably solid performance in EMEA. We remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory supported by the record-high backlog and pipeline, both propelled by the adoption of our innovative grid-edge solutions. With the new management team fully in place, we are continuing to make progress with our strategic transformation, marked by our completed exit from EV charging. We are encouraged to see customers beyond North America embracing grid edge technology to address the challenge of increasing energy demand,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

Davinder Athwal, Chief Financial Officer of Landis+Gyr, commented: “FY 2024 was a transition year for Landis+Gyr. We are excited about our future and expect 5% to 8% growth in revenue and an improvement in our margins in FY 2025. We are confident in our ability to manage tariff-related costs and at present expect them to have a minimal impact in 2025. Our solid balance sheet positions Landis+Gyr robustly for sustained investment and long-term profitable growth.”

Read the full ad hoc announcement here.

Media Contact
Fabio Franceschi
Phone +41 41 935 6123
Fabio.Franceschi@landisgyr.com 

Investor Contact 
Christian Waelti
Phone +41 41 935 6331
Christian.Waelti@landisgyr.com 

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. Having avoided 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr manages energy better – since 1896. With sales of USD 1.7 billion in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,300 talented people across five continents. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

Landis+Gyr Announces FY 2024 Financial Results

CHAM, Switzerland, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions, today announced unaudited financial results for financial year 2024 (April 1, 2024March 31, 2025).

  • Exceptional order intake of USD 2.6 billion (up 33.3% YoY) driven by contract wins in all regions, corresponding to a book-to-bill ratio of 1.5
  • Record committed backlog of USD 4.6 billion (up 22.9% YoY)
  • FY 2024 net revenue of USD 1,729.3 million (down 10.5% in constant currency) due to non-recurrence of 2023 pent-up demand realization, tariffs impacting timing of shipments in March and softness in EMEA in the first half
  • Adjusted EBITDA of USD 170.9 million, down 25.7% YoY, due to lower operating leverage and inventory write-off of USD 20 million; strong expense management resulted in a margin of 9.9%; Adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.4% when excluding one-off effects
  • Net loss from continuing operations of USD (84.7) million or USD (2.97) per share (diluted) due to a non-cash goodwill impairment of USD 111.0 million
  • Cash flow from operating activities of USD 78.9 million, down 34.9% on lower profitability and higher working capital
  • To preserve balance sheet strength, a reduced distribution of CHF 1.15 per share is proposed to the Annual General Meeting
  • Guidance for FY 2025 with net revenue growth of between 5% and 8% and Adjusted EBITDA margin in the range between 10.5% and 12.0%
  • Strategic transformation with review of EMEA and U.S. listing progressing according to plan

“Financial year 2024 has underscored the strength and resilience of Landis+Gyr’s business model and technology, demonstrated by our record order intake of USD 2.6 billion and an unprecedented backlog of USD 4.6 billion. This success was driven by our team delivering key wins in the Americas and Asia Pacific, alongside a notably solid performance in EMEA. We remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory supported by the record-high backlog and pipeline, both propelled by the adoption of our innovative grid-edge solutions. With the new management team fully in place, we are continuing to make progress with our strategic transformation, marked by our completed exit from EV charging. We are encouraged to see customers beyond North America embracing grid edge technology to address the challenge of increasing energy demand,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

Davinder Athwal, Chief Financial Officer of Landis+Gyr, commented: “FY 2024 was a transition year for Landis+Gyr. We are excited about our future and expect 5% to 8% growth in revenue and an improvement in our margins in FY 2025. We are confident in our ability to manage tariff-related costs and at present expect them to have a minimal impact in 2025. Our solid balance sheet positions Landis+Gyr robustly for sustained investment and long-term profitable growth.”

Read the full ad hoc announcement here.

Media Contact
Fabio Franceschi
Phone +41 41 935 6123
Fabio.Franceschi@landisgyr.com 

Investor Contact 
Christian Waelti
Phone +41 41 935 6331
Christian.Waelti@landisgyr.com 

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. Having avoided 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr manages energy better – since 1896. With sales of USD 1.7 billion in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,300 talented people across five continents. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

Landis+Gyr Announces FY 2024 Financial Results

CHAM, Switzerland, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions, today announced unaudited financial results for financial year 2024 (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025).

  • Exceptional order intake of USD 2.6 billion (up 33.3% YoY) driven by contract wins in all regions, corresponding to a book-to-bill ratio of 1.5
  • Record committed backlog of USD 4.6 billion (up 22.9% YoY)
  • FY 2024 net revenue of USD 1,729.3 million (down 10.5% in constant currency) due to non-recurrence of 2023 pent-up demand realization, tariffs impacting timing of shipments in March and softness in EMEA in the first half
  • Adjusted EBITDA of USD 170.9 million, down 25.7% YoY, due to lower operating leverage and inventory write-off of USD 20 million; strong expense management resulted in a margin of 9.9%; Adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.4% when excluding one-off effects
  • Net loss from continuing operations of USD (84.7) million or USD (2.97) per share (diluted) due to a non-cash goodwill impairment of USD 111.0 million
  • Cash flow from operating activities of USD 78.9 million, down 34.9% on lower profitability and higher working capital
  • To preserve balance sheet strength, a reduced distribution of CHF 1.15 per share is proposed to the Annual General Meeting
  • Guidance for FY 2025 with net revenue growth of between 5% and 8% and Adjusted EBITDA margin in the range between 10.5% and 12.0%
  • Strategic transformation with review of EMEA and U.S. listing progressing according to plan

“Financial year 2024 has underscored the strength and resilience of Landis+Gyr’s business model and technology, demonstrated by our record order intake of USD 2.6 billion and an unprecedented backlog of USD 4.6 billion. This success was driven by our team delivering key wins in the Americas and Asia Pacific, alongside a notably solid performance in EMEA. We remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory supported by the record-high backlog and pipeline, both propelled by the adoption of our innovative grid-edge solutions. With the new management team fully in place, we are continuing to make progress with our strategic transformation, marked by our completed exit from EV charging. We are encouraged to see customers beyond North America embracing grid edge technology to address the challenge of increasing energy demand,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

Davinder Athwal, Chief Financial Officer of Landis+Gyr, commented: “FY 2024 was a transition year for Landis+Gyr. We are excited about our future and expect 5% to 8% growth in revenue and an improvement in our margins in FY 2025. We are confident in our ability to manage tariff-related costs and at present expect them to have a minimal impact in 2025. Our solid balance sheet positions Landis+Gyr robustly for sustained investment and long-term profitable growth.”

Read the full ad hoc announcement here.

Media Contact
Fabio Franceschi
Phone +41 41 935 6123
Fabio.Franceschi@landisgyr.com 

Investor Contact 
Christian Waelti
Phone +41 41 935 6331
Christian.Waelti@landisgyr.com 

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. Having avoided 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr manages energy better – since 1896. With sales of USD 1.7 billion in FY 2024, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,300 talented people across five continents. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

VinFast signed US$190 million syndicated loan for its automobile plant in Indonesia


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 May 2025 VinFast, along with the state-owned Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) and PT Bank Maybank Indonesia Tbk (Maybank), signed a long-term syndicated loan agreement valued at IDR 1.85 trillion (equivalent to approximately US$110 million), along with an additional US$80 million accordion facility, to finance the construction of VinFast’s electric vehicle assembly plant in Subang, West Java, Indonesia. This agreement will provide critical long-term funding to support VinFast’s global expansion strategy and expand its production capabilities. Furthermore, it underscores VinFast’s strong reputation and growth potential to major partners in Indonesia.

VF 3 – the newest VinFast’s EV in Indonesia.
VF 3 – the newest VinFast’s EV in Indonesia.

Under the terms of the agreement, BNI will be the lead arranger of the financing and will handle the underwriting for the syndicated loan of IDR 1.85 trillion. This loan is intended to finance the construction of PT VinFast Automobile Indonesia’s electric vehicle manufacturing plant.

Of the total syndicated loan facility of IDR 1.85 trillion (equivalent to approximately US$110 million), BNI will finance IDR 1.51 trillion (equivalent to approximately US$90 million), with the remainder to be provided by Maybank.

On top of that, the parties will proceed with the additional US$80 million extension facility.

Previously, VinFast and BNI executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for collaborative investment, development, and provision of financial solutions to bolster VinFast’s green ecosystem in Indonesia. This initiative aims to facilitate a seamless green transition for Indonesian consumers, enabling easier adoption of electric vehicles.

Mr. Agung Prabowo, Director Wholesale and International Banking BNI stated: “This financing underscores BNI’s firm commitment to fostering the green transportation transition in Indonesia. We hold a strong conviction in VinFast’s pioneering vision, their dedication to innovation, and the significant potential of VinFast and the broader electric vehicle industry. The proactive engagement of financial institutions in channeling investment capital towards the EV sector, particularly through strategic collaborations with promising BEV manufacturers such as VinFast, will be a crucial catalyst, driving Indonesia’s progress towards achieving its objectives for a green and sustainable economy.”

Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, commented: “We are honored to receive the robust support of Indonesia’s leading financial institutions, BNI and Maybank. We firmly believe this will be a vital catalyst for VinFast’s expansion in Indonesia, continuously enhancing our global production capabilities to meet the ever-increasing demand for the electric vehicle transition. VinFast’s manufacturing facility in Indonesia will not only deliver smart, eco-friendly mobility solutions, but also create jobs and support the growth of Indonesia’s electric vehicle industry.”

In July 2024, VinFast broke ground on its electric vehicle assembly plant in Subang, with operations planned to commence in the second half of 2025. This strategically positioned facility is projected to become a pivotal manufacturing hub for VinFast’s EVs, serving both Indonesian and export markets, while simultaneously bolstering the local automotive industry’s supply chain.

Furthermore, VinFast is steadily solidifying its position and expanding its footprint in Indonesia through the launch and delivery of a diverse portfolio of all-electric vehicles, including RHD variant of VF 3, VF 5, and VF e34 models. VinFast is also scaling its dealership and service network across Indonesia, along with providing attractive sales and after-sales policies for early adopters. Collaborating with strategic partners such as the all-electric taxi operator Green SM and global charging infrastructure developer V-GREEN, VinFast is actively cultivating a comprehensive “For a Green Future” ecosystem throughout Indonesia.
Hashtag: #VinFast

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

About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-buses.

VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at:

About BNI

PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI), one of Indonesia’s leading banks, is committed to providing various financial solutions for individuals and supporting business growth and success domestically and globally. With a dedication to building long-term partnerships, BNI offers a comprehensive suite of financial services, including capital loans, trade finance, cash management, project financing, and treasury.

BNI also supports Indonesian companies in expanding their global reach while assisting multinational corporations in entering the Indonesian market.

Learn more at:

OSL & Ant Digital Technologies Forge Landmark RWA Partnership – Pioneering the Future of Tokenised Finance

DUBAI, UAE, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OSL Group (863.HK), a publicly listed company fully dedicated to digital assets, and Ant Digital Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership in Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenisation. The agreement, announced at the RWA REAL UP Dubai Summit 2025 on 30 April, marks a significant step in developing institutional-grade infrastructure for asset digitisation.

The alliance merges Ant Digital Technologies’ technological capabilities and OSL’s institutional infrastructure. Ant Digital Technologies contributes its massively scalable blockchain platform, processing transactions with proven security protocols, while OSL provides the essential regulatory framework and distribution channels through its status as a trusted licensed digital asset platform. Together, these complementary strengths address the full spectrum of institutional requirements, from robust technical infrastructure to compliant market access, creating a complete solution for real-world asset tokenisation to market at scale.

At the panel discussion “Revolutionising Asset Markets: Tokenisation that Delivers Liquidity and Utility”, Eugene Cheung, Chief Commercial Officer of OSL, addressed, “This discussion arrives at a pivotal moment, as tokenisation shifts from concept to institutional reality. I’m particularly excited to announce our partnership with Ant Digital Technologies. By combining their unparalleled blockchain expertise with our regulated digital asset infrastructure, we’re creating exactly what the market needs: a complete institutional solution that delivers both the liquidity promise of tokenisation and the demand of utility financial institutions. This is how we’ll transform how assets are managed and traded globally.”

Dennis Zhang, Head of RWA Solution at Ant Digital Technologies, highlighted the strategic partnership with OSL, stating, ” We are excited to collaborate with OSL, combining our strengths in blockchain, AI technologies, and trusted industry insights to tokenise high-quality industrial assets and financial products. With OSL’s regulated, licensed services in Hong Kong, we aim to bridge the real world and the Web3 world, providing a crucial gateway for companies and institutions. We look forward to more enterprises joining our ecosystem.”

The collaboration comes as financial institutions are increasingly exploring asset tokenisation to enhance liquidity, efficiency, and accessibility in capital markets. OSL and Ant Digital Technologies will continue to engage with regulators and market participants to deliver actionable solutions that redefine liquidity, accessibility, and efficiency in global markets.

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About Ant Digital Technologies

Ant Digital Technologies is Ant Group’s digital technology subsidiary. Ant Digital Technologies continues to promote the development and application of digital technologies, introducing leading products like ZOLOZ, mPaaS and ZAN based on its expertise in AI, blockchain, privacy computing, and security technology. Ant Digital Technologies is committed to working with partners across different industries to support small and medium-sized financial institutions in their digital transformation, enable SMEs in the service industry to operate digitally, and facilitate digital collaboration across industries. Revenue from Ant Digital Technologies’ international business operation increased by 300% in 2023. Ant Digital Technologies established its international headquarters in Hong Kong in April 2025.

As part of its core business, Ant Digital Technologies is actively exploring green energy RWA (Real World Assets) through Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s Project Ensemble, focusing on assets like EV charging stations, distributed photovoltaic systems, and battery swapping infrastructure for two-wheelers.

About OSL Group

OSL Group (HKEX: 863.HK) is a leading global financial infrastructure platform bridging traditional finance and the digital asset economy through blockchain technology. The Group is dedicated to providing efficient, seamless, and regulatory-compliant financial services to individuals and businesses worldwide.

OSL delivers a comprehensive suite of regulated services through its licensed platforms, including 24/7 OTC brokerage with deep liquidity fiat gateways and competitive pricing; omnibus brokerage solutions enabling traditional financial institutions to integrate digital assets; SOC 2 Type 2-certified custody with US$1 billion insurance protection; and compliant retail trading channels; wealth management solutions, including scheduled launches on tokenised treasuries and RWAs; and in preparation for cross-border payment infrastructure via OSL Pay.

“Open, Secure, Licensed” are the principles OSL lives by. OSL is expanding its compliant infrastructure across Japan, Australia, and Europe, potentially Southeast Asia, powering the next generation of global financial infrastructure.

Legal aid in South Asia is failing to reach survivors of sexual violence


DHAKA, BANGLADESH – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 May 2025 – Across South Asia, alarmingly high rates of sexual violence stand in stark contrast to extremely low conviction rates. Survivors encounter overwhelming barriers to justice—including weak enforcement of laws, lengthy delays in investigations and trials, and a lack of accessible survivor-centred legal support. State-run legal aid programmes in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka have been established to assist marginalised communities, but the specific needs of sexual violence survivors are not being met, with many excluded or struggling to navigate complex legal systems.

A new advocacy brief from the South Asian Movement for Accessing Justice (SAMAJ) highlights gaps in legal assistance for survivors within legal aid delivery systems and outlines a roadmap for reform. Exploring Legal Aid Mechanisms: Lessons from South Asia offers practical guidance for governments, legal aid providers, justice institutions, and civil society actors to enhance access to justice for sexual violence survivors and victims’ families.

The brief builds on findings in the landmark report, Sexual Violence in South Asia: Legal and Other Barriers to Justice for Survivors. Co-authored by Equality Now, which is now the SAMAJ Secretariat, the research revealed how sexual violence laws are often poorly implemented and inconsistently enforced, with survivors frequently further victimised by communities and criminal justice systems. This places women and girls at heightened risk of abuse and makes justice less attainable.

SAMAJ identifies how public awareness of legal rights and services remains low. Legal processes are typically lengthy, confusing, and don’t meet survivors’ distinct requirements.

Under-resourced legal aid systems lack the funding and trained personnel required to provide timely, rights-based support. Rural areas face especially acute shortages of high-quality legal aid lawyers, leaving many survivors without effective assistance.

Intersecting forms of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, caste, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, and religion must be addressed, with legal aid services tailored to meet the distinct needs of marginalised groups, including Dalit and Indigenous communities.

SAMAJ urges South Asian governments to strengthen the implementation of laws, enact legal reforms to close protection gaps, and increase investment in survivor-centred, locally accessible legal aid services.

Delivering meaningful access to justice requires expanding public awareness of legal aid and conducting targeted community outreach. States must prioritise inclusivity and foster strong partnerships between legal aid institutions and civil society organisations, as collaboration enhances effective development and supply of services. Bolstering training of legal professionals and monitoring legal aid provision are also critical.

Hashtag: #SouthAsianMovementforAccessingJustice #SAMAJ

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About SAMAJ:

is a coalition of organisations from Bangladesh, India, the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka that are united in their mission to end sexual violence and strengthen access to justice for survivors in South Asia. SAMAJ aims to respond to legal and systemic barriers by fostering collective action that drives meaningful legal and policy change. For more details, please see .