A senior court in Thailand has thrown out a lengthy case by activists against the Xayaburi Dam in Laos.
Trend Micro Warns of 75% Surge in Ransomware Attacks on Linux as Systems Adoptions Soared
63 billion threats blocked by Trend Micro in 1H 2022
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today predicted that ransomware groups will increasingly target Linux servers and embedded systems over the coming years. It recorded a double-digit year-on-year (YoY) increase in attacks on these systems in 1H 2022.
To read a full copy of the Trend Micro 2022 Midyear Roundup Report, please visit: https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/hk/security/research-and-analysis/threat-reports/roundup/defending-the-expanding-attack-surface-trend-micro-2022-midyear-cybersecurity-report
Tony Lee, Head of Consulting, Hong Kong & Macau, of Trend Micro, said: “New and emerging threat groups continue to evolve their business model, focusing their attacks with even greater precision. That’s why it’s essential that organizations get better at mapping, understanding, and protecting their expanding digital attack surface. A single, unified cybersecurity platform is the best place to start.”
According to Trend Micro data:
- 63 billion threats blocked by Trend Micro in 1H 2022
- 52% more threats in the first half of the year than the same period in 2021
- Government, manufacturing and healthcare are the top three sectors targeted with malware
Detection of attacks from ransomware-as-a-service surged in the first half of 2022. Major players like LockBit and Conti were detected with a 500% YoY increase and nearly doubled the number of detections in six months, respectively. The ransomware-as-a-service model has generated significant profits for ransomware developers and their affiliates.
New ransomware groups are emerging all the time. The most notable one in the first half of 2022 is Black Basta. The group hit 50 organizations in just two months. Many persist with the “big game-hunting” of large enterprises, although SMBs are an increasingly popular target.
One of the primary attack vectors for ransomware is vulnerability exploitation. Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative published advisories on 944 vulnerabilities in the period, a 23% YoY increase. The number of critical bug advisories published soared by 400% YoY.
APT groups continue to evolve their methods by employing expansive infrastructure and combining multiple malware tools. The ten-fold increase in the number of detections is another proof point that threat actors are increasingly integrating Emotet as part of their elaborate cybercrime operations.
The concern is that threat actors are able to weaponize these flaws faster than vendors can release patch updates and/or customers can patch them.
Unpatched vulnerabilities add to a growing digital attack surface many organizations are struggling to manage securely as the hybrid workplace expands their IT environment. Over two-fifths (43%) of global organizations believe it is “spiraling out of control.”
Cloud visibility is particularly important given the continued threat of third parties exploiting misconfigured environments and using novel techniques like cloud-based crypto mining and cloud tunneling. The latter is frequently abused by threat actors to route malware traffic or host phishing websites.
Hashtag: #TrendMicro
About Trend Micro
Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information. Fueled by decades of security expertise, global threat research, and continuous innovation, Trend Micro’s cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints. As a leader in cloud and enterprise cybersecurity, the platform delivers a powerful range of advanced threat defense techniques optimized for environments like AWS, Microsoft, and Google, and central visibility for better, faster detection and response. With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world. www.trendmicro.com.hk
Lao Travel Operators Gear Up to Certify Guides and Drivers with LaoSafe
LaoSafe has witnessed an increase in requests for training and certification in anticipation of an uptick in tourist arrivals to Laos.
VIENTIANE, LAOS – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Laos reopened its borders to international tourists on 9 May, dropping all testing and quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers. Since then, interest in the country has grown, with an increase in visitors of over 50% by the end of June leading to a surge in demand for organised tours and renewed hope for the coming high season.

Coinciding with the end of the monsoon rains, Laos traditionally sees visitor numbers rise in October, and travel operators across the country are now racing to further certify tour guides and drivers to cope with the anticipated influx of tourists. To date, over 710 tour guides and 270 drivers have achieved LaoSafe certification.
“LaoSafe is a great standard to have and is very important during the new normal. The LaoSafe training that our guides have received has helped them prioritise safety and cleanliness. As a tour operator, I want travellers to know that Laos has safety standards in place for them to travel with peace of mind and confidence. I would like to invite everyone to visit Laos and for tour operators in Laos to apply for LaoSafe.”, says Duangmala Phommavong, Managing Director at EXO Travel Laos.
Implemented by the Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, and approved by the Ministry of Health, LaoSafe is a nationwide initiative designed to create a world-class health and hygiene system within the tourism and hospitality industry.
Sector-specific standards have been developed for accommodation, food and beverage, tour guides, and drivers, to raise the benchmark of hygiene provision throughout the country and build international confidence in Laos as a safe tourist destination.
“As a DMC (destination-management company) it is of utmost importance for us to be able to offer our customers a safe and quality experience. As COVID-19 has changed our world and our way of living, it was important for us to adapt as well and thanks to the LaoSafe initiative this has been possible,” says Julie Beaufrère, Product and Inbound Officer at Asian Trails Laos.
“Not only does this initiative allow us to reassure our customers who would be concerned about safety and hygiene measures in Laos, but it also allows us to access a harmonization of services and the creation of standards on a national scale that we will continue to support by training our guides and drivers through LaoSafe,” she commented.
While visitor numbers are not immediately expected to bounce back to 2019 levels, the removal of entry restrictions has given the tourism and hospitality industry a welcome boost after two years of tightly controlled borders. Yet, with COVID-19 numbers still fluctuating around the world, protecting against infection is still a concern for many.
The LaoSafe Programme is supported by the Skills for Tourism Project (LAO/029), which is co-financed by the governments of Laos, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and Switzerland, and implemented by the Ministry of Education and Sports of Laos and LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.
For further information, visit www.laosafe.gov.la. For all media enquiries, additional comments, or requests for interviews, please contact media@laosafe.gov.la.
Hashtag: #LaoSafe
Canon Hongkong Announces New President and CEO

With his wealth of experience gained from different parts of the globe over the past 33 years in Canon Group, Mr. Ozawa will spearhead the company’s overall operations in Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR and the Greater Bay Area. He is thrilled to join Canon Hong Kong when the company is celebrating its 50th Anniversary.
“Canon Hong Kong developed from a small trading company to a Total Imaging Solution provider expanding to the market in Macau SAR and the Greater Bay Area. The company has overcome many challenges along the way and reached this important milestone with the immense support of our customers and business partners. Canon Hong Kong will continue to support our customers with innovative imaging technology and intelligent total solutions to seize business opportunities and build a better future together. I am excited to join Canon Hong Kong and develop more successful stories with my team in the coming years.” Mr. Ozawa shared.
Mr. Ozawa commenced his career in Canon as a sales trainee in Canon Inc., the company’s headquarter in Japan after his graduation from the Department of Political Science at Waseda University in 1989. He was relocated to Canon Europa NV in Amsterdam in 1996 and then to Canon Middle East in Dubai after 4 years. From 2002, he developed his expertise on promoting Canon’s Corporate System products at Canon Inc. in Japan.
Mr. Ozawa joined Canon’s senior management team in 2013 as Director of Canon Singapore, leading its Business Imaging Solution Group; he was then promoted as President & CEO of Canon Marketing Philippines in 2017. During his 5 years tenure, he played a pivotal role in solidifying its Consumer and Business Imaging and Printing Solutions businesses and transforming the organization to strengthen employee engagement, and corporate social responsibility and sustainability activities.
When Mr. Ozawa can find time away from his work, he enjoys spending time with his family, perfecting his golf game and trying out various delicacies in the city.
Hashtag: #Canon #CanonHongkong
About Canon Hongkong Company Limited
Canon Inc. (TSE:7751 / NYSE:CAJ) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan’s first 35 mm focal-plane-shutter camera “Kwanon” in 1934. From there, Canon Inc. expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan’s first plain-paper copier NP-1100 in 1970 and the world’s first inkjet printer BJ-80 in 1985. Through the years, Canon Inc. has acquired in-depth experience in digital imaging product manufacturing, research and development. Pioneering in innovative products development, Canon Inc. hold the most technology patents in the imaging industry. Canon Inc. also makes significant contribution to promote photography. Today, Canon Inc. has a strong global presence, representing one of the most important market players in the imaging, office and industrial product categories. As of 31 December 2021, Canon’s global revenue was US$30.55 billion.
In 1971, Canon Hongkong Co., Ltd. (Canon Hong Kong) was established as one of the first Canon offices in Asia. Canon Hong Kong is a Total Imaging Solution provider, providing professional pre-sales, marketing and after-sales services for all Canon products and solutions in Hong Kong and Macau. With the solely owned subsidiary Canon Business Solutions (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. established in 2018, the company continues to deliver intelligent total business solutions and professional services to Greater Bay Area. Canon Hong Kong adheres to Canon’s corporate philosophy of “Kyosei”, encouraging the company and staff to engage social, charitable and environmental activities for the community. Implementing internationally-recognized management system, Canon Hong Kong has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 27001 (Canon Digital Production Center) certifications.
For more information about Canon Hong Kong, please visit our website: https://hk.canon.
Get the Party Started with iShopChangi’s 9th Anniversary Birthday Bash Sale
Everyone’s invited to the party! Celebrate iShopChangi’s 9th birthday this September in style with upsized deals, flash sales, giveaways, exclusive limited-edition sets, and rewards. Running until 30 September 2022, this is your chance to race to the best deals and toast to savings on beauty products, the latest electronics, and more.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – From 1 – 30 September 2022, join in the ultimate birthday bash as iShopChangi celebrates turning 9! Whether you are looking to stock up on your favourite wines and spirits or the latest beauty products, cash in on exciting bundle flash sales, 9.9 exclusive one-for-one deals, and weekly flash sitewide vouchers to slash your spending. It’s a smashing birthday bash like no other, so raise your glasses to iShopChangi’s 9th birthday celebration!

Unrivalled Sitewide Weekly Vouchers & Bundle Flash Sales
Non-travellers can make a toast to fabulous savings for selected products across iShopChangi throughout September. Start the first week, from 1 – 9 September, by locking in <99FLASH16> to enjoy 16% off, capped at S$50 with no minimum spend. Add everything you need to your shopping cart and check out with <99FLASH25> and take 25% off a minimum spend of S$1,000, capped at S$300. And there’s plenty more where that came from. From 10 – 15 September, enjoy further savings sitewide and take 12% off no minimum spend with <9BD12>, capped at S$50 or 19% off a minimum spend of S$900 using <9BD19>, capped at S$180. Continue getting more bang for your buck at every cart-out from 16 – 22 September when you use <9BD10> to enjoy 10% off your cart, capped at S$50 with no minimum spend or raise the stakes and checkout using <9BD20> to save 20% off a minimum spend of S$400, capped at S$100. Shake off more dollars from 23 – 30 September with <9BD12> to enjoy 12% off your cart, capped at S$50 with no minimum spend. If you need more, there is <9BD15> that’ll reduce any order worth S$400 by 15%, capped at S$90.
But what if you’re travelling? Fret not! All travellers can get in on the action from 1 – 30 September and enjoy 19% off a minimum spend of S$850 using <9BDTR19>, capped at S$175. Alternatively, gain access to 14% off with S$450 minimum spend, capped at S$100, with the code <9BDTR14>. Pulling out all stops to make this birthday bash extra special, shoppers can make the most of the Bundle Flash Sales that will be held every Friday in September. Feel the adrenaline rush from 10am to 11.59pm and be amongst the first 20 to mix-and-match any three products* and cart out at S$300 when using the code <BDAYTREAT300>.
*Product exclusions and T&Cs apply.
Don’t Miss Out On 9.9 Discounts Plus Electronics Exclusives and Exclusive Deals
Alongside the amazing sitewide vouchers, save big time and shop till you drop when 9 September rolls around with buy-one-get-one flash deals. Don’t miss out on the SKII Facial Treatment Essence 75ml discounted by 50% from the original S$216. Prepare to sip sip hooray with wines and spirits like the Castello Monterinaldi Purple Turtle 2019 at S$65, with 50% knocked off too! Tech lovers won’t be able to resist the 7% discount on all electronics from 16 – 22 September, with a minimum spend of S$350, discount capped at S$50, when they lock in <9BDTECH> at checkout.
Throughout the month, take the birthday bash up a notch and enjoy exclusive bundle deals at just S$39, S$59, S$199, and S$299 from categories ranging from food and beverages to beauty products. For just S$39, take home the Premium Bird’s Nest with Collagen Set (U.P. S$52.80) by TruLife and the Inner Radiance Collagen Drink (U.P. S$79) from New Moon. Complement your purchase with S$59 deals with the RE:ERTH Mini Start Kit (U.P. S$106) and the IRÉN Skin Radiant Duo – Glow-Getter Renewal and Star Light Brightening Serum (U.P. S$91.59).
Keep your eyes peeled for S$99 deals on the Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (U.P. S$210) and Saito Yuzu Hikari and Ceramic Set (U.P. S$128.40) down by 23%. Other hard-to-miss bundles include the G Pro X Superlight Wireless Gaming Mouse and G815 Lightsync RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard from Logitech. Cart them out at S$199, down from the original S$239 and S$209 respectively.
Go out with a bang and get the best prices on the SKG Massager Set at a stunning S$299, down by 44% from S$537. Or drop into your cart the Logitech G915 Lightspeed Wireless RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard atS$299, discounted from the original S$399.
Special Offers for Travellers and Non-Travellers
With awesome bargains and deals that are tough to beat, iShopChangi nails it big time when it comes boosting the value of your online shopping spree. Moreover, when you join the Changi Rewards membership, you enjoy an additional 15% discount on your first purchase and up to 3% rebate. Complement this with a S$5 Welcome Voucher when you sign up for Changi Pay.
Travellers can also place orders online between 30 days in advance to up to 12 hours before their flight, and collect the purchases from any of the Collection Centres across the departure halls of all terminals at Singapore Changi Airport. Alternatively, provide a Singapore residential address for delivery. Till 31 December, redeem 7% off at the checkout, with no minimum spend, capped at S$50, with the code <FLY7>, which you can apply up to three times.
Non-travellers can also revel in duty-absorbed shopping and have their products delivered to them at no extra charge as long as they cart out with a minimum of S$59 and provide a local delivery address.
Hashtag: #iShopChangi
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About iShopChangi
iShopChangi was launched in 2013 as an extension of Changi Airport’s promise to deliver greater comfort and convenience to travellers in its suite of airport retail offerings. Passengers can browse and purchase tax- and duty-free products across all terminals between 30 days to 12 hours pre-flight on the e-store – and choose to collect their items at Collection Centres within departure, upon arrival or have them delivered free in Singapore. Providing easy access to over 30,000 products across 900 brands and exclusives such as Changi First product launches, the site has since received global recognition with its award for Best Website – Retail Customer Facing at The Moodies: the Airport and Travel Retail Digital Media Awards 2018. In early 2020, the e-commerce store started to retail a selection tax- and duty-absorbed products to Singapore-based residents without the need to fly.
GBA Innovation Summit on Sep.5 Hosted by TusPark Hong Kong: Explore the Technology Innovation Potentials of the Greater Bay Aera

The GBA Innovation Summit is a one-day virtual summit aiming at providing a glimpse of the unleashed potentials and developments in the Greater Bay Area which would enable innovators, business partners, governments, and all other stakeholders to connect with each other, exchange ideas and explore possibilities with conferences, business matching activities, exhibitions, etc.
This year’s GBA Innovation Summit is held by TusPark Hong Kong once again. The Summit will bring together more than 40 experts and top business figures from international organizations like IFC, the United Nations, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, multinational corporations and new economy enterprises such as Microsoft, Google, New World Development, Lenovo Capital, China Resources, and TusStar VC. They will have a shared understanding on the future development of science and innovation in the Greater Bay Area.
In addition to the enlightening insights on the technology innovation development opportunities in the Greater Bay Area shared by the guest speakers, the Summit also offers virtual booths, VIP networking session, and other interactive sessions, where visitors can meet with world-class experts and scholars, venture capitalists, tech enterprises, and industry representatives, so as to match business needs with each other and seize potential opportunities.
Navigating the roadmap to a global innovation and technology hub
Three years have passed since the promulgation and implementation of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Establishing an international science and technology innovation hub with global influence is the most prominent strategy for the development of the Greater Bay Area. Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou Science&Technology cluster was ranked the 2nd place among the top 100 list in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2021 report released by the World Intellectual Property Organization.
Hong Kong, as the global financial and commerce center, is a significant builder of an international scientific and technology innovation hub and will impact the world through technology.
Official data shows that there were over 4,000 local startups in Hong Kong in 2021, and venture capital fund investments increased sharply to over 41.7 billion Hong Kong dollars. In addition, in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2021, Hong Kong was ranked the top in Asia, and its strength in “technology” was rated the first in the world.
TusPark, which stands for Tsinghua University Science Park, is the key platform for technology transfer and business incubation. TusPark Hong Kong is established to create a high-quality startup ecosystem and to encourage the entrepreneurship of technology companies in Hong Kong.
Stay tuned for the upcoming GBA Innovation Summit
GBA Innovation Summit was first held during the StartmeupHK Festival in May 2021. Over 50 renowned technology, investment and industry leaders participated in the one-day online event as roundtable guests. The event attracted about 150,000 viewers from 32 different countries and regions. The Summit also set up 10 workshops and 82 virtual booths, where entrepreneurs can pitch and share their ideas and have in-depth discussions with investors.
This year’s GBA Innovation Summit will be held on September 5, 2022. This year’s event keeps the ‘online+offline (Hong Kong)’ form, and will guide the visitors to the latest trends and policies of the Greater Bay Area and will discuss many other global themes. At the Summit, more than ten topics under the themes of Tech innovation, industry, and ESG will be discussed in depth, covering the most recent and hotly debated areas of international science and technology development, as well as the entire value chain of innovation in the area.
2022 is the third year of the epidemic. Under this background, the market is putting its full attention on all developing technological industries in an effort to spur new economic growth. GBA Innovation Summit will bring together the world’s top technology, capital, and industry leaders to present the participants with cutting-edge technology and potential opportunities for collaborative development.
To access more information, please visit here. https://www.gbainnovation.info/
Hashtag: #TusParkHongKong #smuhk2022 #startmeuphk
TusPark Hong Kong
Tuspark Hong Kong Limited is a subsidiary under Tus-Holdings Co., Ltd. Since its establishment, it has had the mission of being a gateway for Hong Kong and overseas startups to explore the China market, especially the GBA, as well as a hub for Hong Kong startups to interact with the Mainland China. By far, Tus-Holdings Co Ltd has 300+ incubators; 10,000+ incubates and organised 4,000+ events per year worldwide. In particular, there are 9 incubators set up in the Greater Bay Area, including Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Jiangmen, Zhaoqing etc.
About StartmeupHK Festival
The StartmeupHK Festival (SMUHK) is a full week festival initiated and supported by InvestHK and running since 2016 which aims to bring together best technology and innovation to the festival.
Solvil et Titus Launches Limited Edition Watch Collection In Collaboration With 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》
Swiss-Hong Kong watchmaker Solvil et Titus has announced their latest limited-edition timepiece collaboration with the 《ONE PIECE》 manga and media franchise. Comprising 3 uniquely designed watches, the collection is launching in Singapore on 1 September 2022.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Watchmaker Solvil et Titus has released its latest limited-edition timepiece collaboration with《ONE PIECE FILM RED》, the newest movie based on the manga series《ONE PIECE》.

The exclusive collection comprises 3 watch designs which feature the movie’s main characters “Uta”, “Luffy”, and “Shanks”.
Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship, the collection weaves story elements and iconic personality traits of the main characters into each watch’s design to create a truly memorable keepsake for《ONE PIECE》 fans and timepiece collectors alike.
The collection will be available in Solvil et Titus stores in Singapore for a limited time only, while stocks last.
Channeling the power of friendship and passion through timepieces
The timepieces in the collection are《ONE PIECE》themed reimaginations of Solvil et Titus’ Saber and Aspira models that honour the richness and imagination of the franchise’s character designs. Each timepiece also bears its limited edition number on the back of the watch.
“Luffy” Limited Edition Watch
The “Luffy” Limited Edition Watch bears a silhouette of Luffy’s Straw Hat Crew’s camouflage pattern on its back sunray dial as well as a matching engraving of the full crew on the watch case.
Smaller details such as Luffy’s chest scar, skull icon, and his famous quotes “I’m gonna be the king of the pirates!” are also included across the watch as a tribute to one of the most enduring manga characters to date.
References to《ONE PIECE FILM RED》 are also included such as an engraving of Luffy’s quote「ちがう!おれが183連勝中だ!!」 (No! I’m on a winning streak of 183 games!) and the film’s logo on the glass case back.
“Uta” Limited Edition Watch
The “Uta” Limited Edition Watch draws inspiration from the 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》character “Uta”.
The rose gold watch’s two-tone red and white aluminum bezel design is inspired by Uta’s red and white hair, and is decorated with music notes as a nod to Uta’s extraordinary singing abilities.
The pink sunray dial is also inspired by Uta’s performance in the movie and features her dancing silhouette at the 12 o’clock position. The 3 chronograph counters on the dial are also with Uta’s signature rainbow-coloured cuffs and music notes.
Uta’s quote in the movie: 「ねぇルフィ、海賊やめなよ」(Luffy, don’t be a pirate anymore) is engraved on the back of the watch.
“Shanks” Limited Edition Watch
The “Shanks” Limited Edition Watch is the final watch in this timepiece collection and features the character “Shanks” from《ONE PIECE FILM RED》. Unlike the other 2 watches that have a stainless steel strap, this watch is fitted with a burgundy leather strap laser-etched with the silhouette of Shanks and Uta.
Character details present on the watch include Shanks’ scar printed around the 12 o’clock to 4 o’clock positions on the burgundy gradient dial and his quote “There is no peace or equality in this world” printed on the inner edge between the 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock positions. Shanks’ skull icon is also printed at the 6 o’clock position alongside a white second hand inspired by Shanks’ sword. His quote「首を突っ込まないでもらえるか」(Please don’t interfere) from the movie is similarly engraved on the back of the watch.
Whether you are a fan of 《ONE PIECE》or simply an enthusiast of limited edition timepieces, these watches are a suitable addition to any memorabilia collection.
Each timepiece from this collection comes with an exclusive 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》watch box and other limited edition merchandise including a laser card certificate of authenticity, watch cloth, and tote bag. Supply of collaboration merchandise is limited while stocks last.
The timepieces are now available for online pre-order purchase on Solvil et Titus’ website.
Solvil et Titus will also be holding a giveaway between 1 to 14 September in honour of the collection and movie launch. A total of 25 winners will stand a chance to win an exclusive limited edition One Piece Red Film Tote Bag & Watch Cloth.
Hashtag: #SolviletTitus
About Solvil et Titus
The brand Solvil et Titus was born in 1887 when Paul Ditisheim (1868-1945), an extremely prominent figure in the Swiss watch industry of his time, named one of the initial models he created. Solvil, an abbreviation of Sonvilier, is the Jura village in which a factory for making watch components stood and Titus was a highly talented and skilled Roman Emperor of the first century.
The well-known watchmaker and inventor was extremely successful in researching and manufacturing chronometers, which hold records for precision as deemed by the prestigious international trials carried out by the Royal Observatories of Kew-Teddington and Neuchâtel. His products ranged greatly from navigational-purposed watches to chronometers with automatic display of sunrise and sunset time to the minute each day; from watches with perpetual calendars to ones that could strike and incorporated chimes, from chronometers with equations of time to many others with many complicated features.
After World War Two, the mass market demand took over the demand for exclusive articles, and Solvil et Titus also expanded its geographic footprint and production capabilities. In the 70s, Solvil et Titus was made available in the Asian market.
Solvil et Titus launched a series of romantic TV commercials in Hong Kong since late 80s, starring superstars including Anita Mui, Dave Wang Chieh, Chow Yun Fat and Andy Lau as well as world-renowned footballer Ryan Giggs. Promoting a watch line based on the theme of antiquity, the campaign was so successful that sales of Solvil et Titus watches skyrocketed and the brand has become a symbol of love and romantic expression. From classic advertising slogan “天長地久” (translated as “Love lost is perhaps the love that remains with you for all time”) to today’s “Time Is love”, the romantic nature of Solvil et Titus has never changed.
In recent years, Solvil et Titus is continuously diversifying its product range. Following the launch of sunglasses, 925 sterling silver jewelry and small, trendy accessories, the brand has also embarked on a new collaboration with the Japanese brand Kanmi to launch handmade leather bags and accessories of simple and chic design. More than a watch brand, Solvil et Titus is now a name for multi-faceted, contemporary and romantic fashion items.
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Solvil et Titus Launches Limited Edition Watch Collection In Collaboration With 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》
Swiss-Hong Kong watchmaker Solvil et Titus has announced their latest limited-edition timepiece collaboration with the 《ONE PIECE》 manga and media franchise. Comprising 3 uniquely designed watches, the collection is launching in Singapore on 1 September 2022.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Watchmaker Solvil et Titus has released its latest limited-edition timepiece collaboration with《ONE PIECE FILM RED》, the newest movie based on the manga series《ONE PIECE》.

The exclusive collection comprises 3 watch designs which feature the movie’s main characters “Uta”, “Luffy”, and “Shanks”.
Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship, the collection weaves story elements and iconic personality traits of the main characters into each watch’s design to create a truly memorable keepsake for《ONE PIECE》 fans and timepiece collectors alike.
The collection will be available in Solvil et Titus stores in Singapore for a limited time only, while stocks last.
Channeling the power of friendship and passion through timepieces
The timepieces in the collection are《ONE PIECE》themed reimaginations of Solvil et Titus’ Saber and Aspira models that honour the richness and imagination of the franchise’s character designs. Each timepiece also bears its limited edition number on the back of the watch.
“Luffy” Limited Edition Watch
The “Luffy” Limited Edition Watch bears a silhouette of Luffy’s Straw Hat Crew’s camouflage pattern on its back sunray dial as well as a matching engraving of the full crew on the watch case.
Smaller details such as Luffy’s chest scar, skull icon, and his famous quotes “I’m gonna be the king of the pirates!” are also included across the watch as a tribute to one of the most enduring manga characters to date.
References to《ONE PIECE FILM RED》 are also included such as an engraving of Luffy’s quote「ちがう!おれが183連勝中だ!!」 (No! I’m on a winning streak of 183 games!) and the film’s logo on the glass case back.
“Uta” Limited Edition Watch
The “Uta” Limited Edition Watch draws inspiration from the 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》character “Uta”.
The rose gold watch’s two-tone red and white aluminum bezel design is inspired by Uta’s red and white hair, and is decorated with music notes as a nod to Uta’s extraordinary singing abilities.
The pink sunray dial is also inspired by Uta’s performance in the movie and features her dancing silhouette at the 12 o’clock position. The 3 chronograph counters on the dial are also with Uta’s signature rainbow-coloured cuffs and music notes.
Uta’s quote in the movie: 「ねぇルフィ、海賊やめなよ」(Luffy, don’t be a pirate anymore) is engraved on the back of the watch.
“Shanks” Limited Edition Watch
The “Shanks” Limited Edition Watch is the final watch in this timepiece collection and features the character “Shanks” from《ONE PIECE FILM RED》. Unlike the other 2 watches that have a stainless steel strap, this watch is fitted with a burgundy leather strap laser-etched with the silhouette of Shanks and Uta.
Character details present on the watch include Shanks’ scar printed around the 12 o’clock to 4 o’clock positions on the burgundy gradient dial and his quote “There is no peace or equality in this world” printed on the inner edge between the 12 o’clock to 3 o’clock positions. Shanks’ skull icon is also printed at the 6 o’clock position alongside a white second hand inspired by Shanks’ sword. His quote「首を突っ込まないでもらえるか」(Please don’t interfere) from the movie is similarly engraved on the back of the watch.
Whether you are a fan of 《ONE PIECE》or simply an enthusiast of limited edition timepieces, these watches are a suitable addition to any memorabilia collection.
Each timepiece from this collection comes with an exclusive 《ONE PIECE FILM RED》watch box and other limited edition merchandise including a laser card certificate of authenticity, watch cloth, and tote bag. Supply of collaboration merchandise is limited while stocks last.
The timepieces are now available for online pre-order purchase on Solvil et Titus’ website.
Solvil et Titus will also be holding a giveaway between 1 to 14 September in honour of the collection and movie launch. A total of 25 winners will stand a chance to win an exclusive limited edition One Piece Red Film Tote Bag & Watch Cloth.
Hashtag: #SolviletTitus
About Solvil et Titus
The brand Solvil et Titus was born in 1887 when Paul Ditisheim (1868-1945), an extremely prominent figure in the Swiss watch industry of his time, named one of the initial models he created. Solvil, an abbreviation of Sonvilier, is the Jura village in which a factory for making watch components stood and Titus was a highly talented and skilled Roman Emperor of the first century.
The well-known watchmaker and inventor was extremely successful in researching and manufacturing chronometers, which hold records for precision as deemed by the prestigious international trials carried out by the Royal Observatories of Kew-Teddington and Neuchâtel. His products ranged greatly from navigational-purposed watches to chronometers with automatic display of sunrise and sunset time to the minute each day; from watches with perpetual calendars to ones that could strike and incorporated chimes, from chronometers with equations of time to many others with many complicated features.
After World War Two, the mass market demand took over the demand for exclusive articles, and Solvil et Titus also expanded its geographic footprint and production capabilities. In the 70s, Solvil et Titus was made available in the Asian market.
Solvil et Titus launched a series of romantic TV commercials in Hong Kong since late 80s, starring superstars including Anita Mui, Dave Wang Chieh, Chow Yun Fat and Andy Lau as well as world-renowned footballer Ryan Giggs. Promoting a watch line based on the theme of antiquity, the campaign was so successful that sales of Solvil et Titus watches skyrocketed and the brand has become a symbol of love and romantic expression. From classic advertising slogan “天長地久” (translated as “Love lost is perhaps the love that remains with you for all time”) to today’s “Time Is love”, the romantic nature of Solvil et Titus has never changed.
In recent years, Solvil et Titus is continuously diversifying its product range. Following the launch of sunglasses, 925 sterling silver jewelry and small, trendy accessories, the brand has also embarked on a new collaboration with the Japanese brand Kanmi to launch handmade leather bags and accessories of simple and chic design. More than a watch brand, Solvil et Titus is now a name for multi-faceted, contemporary and romantic fashion items.
CORPORATE OFFICE
City Chain Stores (S) Pte Ltd
63 Ubi Avenue 1 #06-04
Singapore 408937
Tel: +65 6325 1883
www.solvil-et-titus.sg