HONG KONG, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association (WTIA) held the Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 Presentation Ceremony at Cordis Hong Kong on 16 October 2025. Organized by WTIA and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), the Awards are co-organized with partners from 17 other Asian countries and regions. The Awards aim to recognize outstanding achievements in smart technology and innovative applications across Asia, provide a platform for local and overseas developers to network, promote industry development, assist enterprises in business expansion, and encourage the wider adoption of smart technology and creative solutions throughout Hong Kong and Asia.

Grand Award Winner: RIFFAI from Thailand

RIFFAI from Thailand won the Asia Smart Innovation Grand Award 2025 with its project “Shorten Site Search & Selection in Energy Industry with Satellite & AI,” which also claimed the Gold Award in the Business and Commercial category. RIFFAI’s platform integrates high-resolution satellite imagery with proprietary neural networks to revolutionize site selection processes in the energy sector. By analyzing multispectral data to detect land use patterns, climate risks, and energy asset distribution with precision, the technology dramatically reduces the time and cost required for energy infrastructure planning while enabling real-time monitoring and predictive analytics.

Hong Kong Participants Secure Two Positions in Lifestyle and Culture Category

Hong Kong participants occupied two finalist positions in the Lifestyle and Culture category. The Silver Award went to 417 Technology Limited, a previous Asia Smart App Awards winner, for its project Wonderland. Wonderland transforms STEM education by turning students into active creators through game design and AI-assisted learning. The platform enables students to design their own digital experiences while developing coding, design thinking, collaboration, and creativity skills. Wonderland features AI Buddies that provide personalized guidance adapted to individual learning styles, making STEM education accessible and engaging for students from all backgrounds.

The Bronze Award winner, SMART IGNITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED, also received the Special Mention Award for Best Startup. Its CenWatch project represents a breakthrough in the transition from mobile to wearable Internet with its innovative “light AR + heavy watch” architecture. The system combines lightweight AR glasses for immersive display with a sophisticated watch that integrates computing and connectivity functions. The core wrist-mounted LiDAR technology captures sub-millimeter finger movements in mid-air, combined with IMU and multi-modal fusion algorithms for precise gesture recognition. Users can swipe, type, and write in space without physical touch. The Gold Award in this category went to Kaz Software Ltd from Bangladesh.

Public Sector and Social Innovation Category

The Gold Award in the Public Sector and Social Innovation category was presented to bitsensing Inc from Korea for TraXight™, a next-generation Intelligent Transportation System that integrates radar, camera, and AI technologies for real-time traffic flow analysis, incident detection, and signal optimization. Evolved through the 2025 Verona K-City Network pilot program, TraXight™ can detect violations, simulate traffic policies, and optimize congestion in complex urban environments. The system transforms raw traffic data into actionable insights, enabling governments to manage mobility proactively with accurate diagnostics, real-time control, and scalable infrastructure. Other finalists competing across the three categories included smart solutions from Israel, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

Since its debut in 2013, the Asia Smart App Awards (predecessor to the current Awards) have received over 1,400 entries from across Asia and have become a highly recognized authority and annual highlight for the regional smart technology sector. This year, the Awards were officially upgraded and renamed as the “Asia Smart Innovation Awards,” expanding its scope beyond mobile applications to include IoT, Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, big data, cloud computing, AR/VR, and other emerging smart technologies. This expansion reflects the diverse development of smart solutions in the region, keeps pace with global trends, and cements Hong Kong’s leadership position within Asia’s technology ecosystem. This year’s Awards continue the collaboration with organizations from Hong Kong and 17 other Asian countries and regions, including the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, Israel, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Pakistan, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, India, Cambodia, and Bangladesh. Representatives from these regions served as judges and participated in the Asia Smart Innovation Awards Summit.

The Award Presentation Ceremony was officiated by Dr Lawrence Cheung, Chief Technology Officer of the Hong Kong Productivity Council, and Mr. Keith Li, Chairman of the Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association.

Mr. Keith Li, Chairman of WTIA, stated at the award ceremony: “In alignment with the HKSAR Government’s policy to advance innovation and technology development, we have been committed to helping our local tech industry ‘go global’ and actively fostering cross-regional collaboration and exchange. This year’s Asia Smart Innovation Awards brings together partners from 17 Asian countries and regions, exemplifying our association’s vital role as a regional technology bridge. Through this platform, Hong Kong developers compete alongside the world’s top teams, not only showcasing exceptional creativity and capabilities but also further cementing Hong Kong’s leadership as an international innovation and technology hub. With the rise of artificial intelligence, IoT, and other emerging technologies, we will continue to create more cross-regional collaboration opportunities for the industry and drive Hong Kong’s development as Asia’s smart innovation nexus.”

The Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 featured three award categories: Public Sector and Social Innovation, Business and Commercial, and Lifestyle and Culture. Among the nine finalists, three were from Hong Kong, with the remainder from Israel, Malaysia, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, and Bangladesh, competing for Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards in each category. The Grand Award winner was selected from among the Gold Award recipients across all three categories.

Additionally, this year’s awards introduced two special mention categories—the Special Mention Award for Best Startup and the Special Mention Award for Best User Experience—open to teams from Hong Kong and other participating Asian countries or regions. The “Best Startup” award was won by SMART IGNITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED for its CenWatch, while the “Best User Experience” award went to Mocart, developed by an Israeli enterprise.

Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 Winners:

Grand Award
Winner: RIFFAI (Thailand)

Public Sector and Social Innovation
Gold Award: bitsensing Inc. (Korea)
Silver Award: Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited (Hong Kong, China)
Bronze Award: ILOTUSLAND VIET NAM JOINT STOCK COMPANY (Vietnam)

Business and Commercial
Gold Award: RIFFAI (Thailand)
Silver Award: Meraque Services Sdn Bhd (Malaysia)
Bronze Award: Mocart (Israel)

Lifestyle and Culture
Gold Award: Kaz Software Ltd (Bangladesh)
Silver Award: 417 Technology Limited (Hong Kong, China)
Bronze Award: SMART IGNITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Hong Kong, China)

Special Mention Award – Best Startup
Winner: SMART IGNITE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Hong Kong, China)

Special Mention Award – Best User Experience
Winner: Mocart (Israel)

*Certificates of Merit were also awarded in each category. For the complete winner list, please visit https://contest2025.bestasiainnovation.hk/

The Asia Smart Innovation Awards have long been a milestone for Hong Kong’s innovation and technology sector. To date, Hong Kong participants have won over 130 awards, including Grand, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Merit Awards, demonstrating the city’s innovative prowess. The widespread adoption of app stores and technology platforms has significantly encouraged young creative talents to join the industry, providing opportunities for the new generation of developers to innovate and compete on a global stage. The Awards aim to drive creativity in application design and development, foster cross-sector and cross-regional collaboration, and accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions. Notable success stories include Photomyne from Israel, which developed AI-powered offline photo scanning technology, and “Present AR,” an AR interactive storytelling app by Hong Kong’s 417 Technology Limited—both serving as benchmarks for innovation in Asia.

WTIA remains committed to enhancing the reach of these awards across Asia, bolstering the development of the local smart innovation industry, and facilitating local smart technology talent in business expansion. The awards have drawn participants from an increasing number of Asian countries and regions, including Hong Kong, China, Chinese mainland, Taiwan, China, Israel, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, India, Cambodia, and Bangladesh, providing an excellent platform for exchange within Asia’s innovation and technology sector.

In addition to the Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 Presentation Ceremony held in the afternoon, the Asia Smart Innovation Summit 2025 was held on the same day (16 October), convening 18 representatives from Hong Kong and other Asian countries/regions to share their insights.

The organizers express their gratitude for the funding from the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), and for the strong support from various partners, supporting organizations, and speakers. The highlights of all events will be uploaded to https://contest2025.bestasiainnovation.hk/ for review by all sectors.

About the Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association

The Wireless Technology Industry Association (WTIA), established in 2001, is a not-for profit, politically-neutral trade association dedicated to the wireless and mobile industry. The WTIA acts as a platform, an aggregator, and a community for industry professionals to learn and drive emerging wireless and mobile technologies, governance, and standards. It facilitates networking between like-minded professionals, boost interoperability between networks and devices, and strives to help all organisations apply these technologies to existing or new businesses. The WTIA also represents and is supported by digital industries pertaining to mobile such as digital entertainment, digital marketing & media, and start-up sectors. To know more about the WTIA, please visit http://www.hkwtia.org. 

About Asia Smart Innovation Awards (ASIA)

The Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association (WTIA), proudly presents The Asia Smart Innovation Awards 2025 (formerly known as the Asia Smart App Awards). This year marks a significant transformation, expanding its scope to celebrate not only smart apps but also innovative smart solutions across industries such as media, digital art, and entertainment. The awards unite 17 regional co-organisers from across Asia, including Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Korea, the Mainland, Malaysia, Myanmar, Pakistan (NEW), the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. This collaborative effort highlights Hong Kong’s pivotal role as a key connector in the region’s tech ecosystem, fostering technological advancement and showcasing transformative innovations. For more details about the ASIA, please visit: https://contest2025.bestasiainnovation.hk/

About the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan. CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk.

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HONG KONG, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Beijing Yunji Technology Co., Ltd. (the “Company“; Stock code: 2670) today announced that shares of the Company have started to be traded on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited under the stock code “2670”.

Shares of the Company were actively traded on the first day of listing, with an intraday high of HK$142.80 per Share and closed at HK$120.50 per Share, representing an increase of approximately 26.05% from the offer price of HK$95.60. Total trading volume was approximately 3.23 million shares today, representing an aggregate turnover of approximately HK$484 million.

Commenting on the positive reaction of the market, the Company said, “in the future, we will continuous enhancing commercialization capabilities through exploring broader use cases and creating a vibrant ecosystem; optimizing our products and services to enhance their adaptability across various industry verticals; improving our technological capabilities; and expanding our global presence.”

Yunji Technology is a star robot company in Chinese Mainland, achieving a deployment rate of 99% across the country and becoming a standard for intelligence in the hotel industry. Its globally leading fully autonomous learning system realizes a complete closed loop from perception, cognition, decision-making, execution, to feedback, without any manual intervention throughout the process.

According to the Frost & Sullivan report, in 2024, Yunji Technology Technology will rank first globally in terms of both the scale of online robots in 3D space scenarios and the number of service users: with a single-day peak of 36,000 units, an annual service volume exceeding 500 million times, and a monthly instruction execution volume exceeding 18.6 billion times.

As of now, the company has served over 34000 corporate clients, covering a wide range of settings, including over 34,000 hotels, more than 150 hospitals, and various other scenarios like factories and commercial buildings, demonstrating excellent cross industry service capabilities.

The company announced a strategic partnership with Luxshare Precision(stock code: 002475)to jointly accelerate global business expansion.

The collaboration with Luxshare Precision will enhance Yunji’s capabilities in global supply chain integration, cross-region deployment, and ecosystem development. A representative of Yunji Technology stated, “Through this partnership, we will further optimize our robotic solutions and expand into broader international markets.”

The Company will leverage its listing and the new partnership to drive technological innovation and global presence, creating sustainable value for shareholders and society.

Looking forward, taking the listing as an opportunity, the Company will leverage on the global capital to further promote its business development, strive for outstanding performance, and give back to the shareholders, the society and the public.

About Beijing Yunji Technology Co., Ltd.

Beijing Yunji Technology Co., Ltd. holds a leading position in the hospitality robotic-based AI agents market in China. The Company primarily offers robots and functional kits, complemented by services under AI digitalization system. From robots that interact with the physical world to AI digitalization system that streamline decision-making, the Company delivers adaptive and scalable products and services to its customers. An AI agent is an artificial intelligence that possesses autonomous perception, memory, reasoning analysis, decision-making and action execution capabilities, which can directly provide end-to-end and continuous iterative solutions tailored to specific tasks. During the Track Record Period, the Company primarily focused on the development of hospitality robotic-based AI agent.

Colombia achieves its first export of chicken meat to Japan, marking a historic milestone in the opening of Asian markets for the country’s agribusiness sector.

BOGOTÁ, Colombia, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thanks to the joint efforts of ProColombia and the private sector, Colombia has completed its first export of chicken meat to Japan—one of the world’s most demanding markets in terms of sanitary and quality standards. This achievement represents a decisive step in diversifying Colombia’s export portfolio toward Asia and positions the Colombian poultry industry as a reliable supplier on the global stage.

Courtesy of ProColombia.

This milestone is the result of years of technical, sanitary, and diplomatic collaboration, culminating in the first shipment of 12 tons of poultry meat by Cargill Food Latin America (Pollos El Bucanero S.A.)

According to Carmen Caballero, President of ProColombia, “this success is strengthened by the bonds of trust and cooperation built during Expo Osaka 2025, where Colombia reinforced its presence and reaffirmed to Japan its commitment to offering a modern, safe, and competitive agribusiness industry.”

The process to gain Japan’s sanitary approval for Colombian chicken began ten years ago, when Japan issued the phytosanitary protocol allowing the product’s potential entry into its market. On July 28, 2023, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) lifted initial restrictions, and on March 13, 2025, the country officially removed all remaining barriers to imports.

To achieve this breakthrough, ProColombia‘s office in Tokyo coordinated closely with the Embassy of Colombia in Japan, Colombian sanitary authorities, and the National Federation of Poultry Farmers of Colombia (Fenavi), along with MAFF and Japan’s Animal Quarantine Service. The agency also facilitated opportunities with Colombian companies such as Cargill and Pollos El Dorado since 2020, and supported Fenavi’s participation in Foodex Japan 2024, under the national brand “Colombia, the Country of Beauty.”

Colombian Poultry Sector Advances in Egg Exports

In addition to chicken meat, ProColombia has been supporting the internationalization of table eggs and processed products, fostering business connections and market intelligence tools that have already enabled the export of over 170 containers.

This progress is part of Colombia’s national strategy to diversify markets and enhance the sophistication of its agribusiness supply, with Japan identified as a priority destination for strengthening Colombia’s reputation for quality, sustainability, and reliability.

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CHONGQING, China, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fengjie navel oranges are headed for supermarket shelves overseas, marking a new chapter in agricultural trade between China and Singapore. The 2025 Global Sourcing Event for Fengjie Navel Oranges took place in Singapore on October 15, where producers from Fengjie County in Chongqing signed multiple export agreements with buyers from Singapore and Malaysia. The total export volume surpassed 10,000 tons, signaling international demand for China’s growing fruit sector and pointing to the expanding agricultural partnership between the two countries. 

At the signing ceremony, witnessed by County Mayor and Deputy Secretary of the Fengjie County Committee Wu Tao, and representatives from participating companies, five Fengjie-based exporters—including Chongqing Kuimen International Import and Export—signed procurement agreements with several Singaporean firms, among them Century Global Pte Ltd and Everfresh Fruits Import Trading. The deals cover Fengjie navel oranges as well as Xiangtanzi-branded condiments, extending the region’s export portfolio to include both fresh produce and specialty food products. Officials said the agreements highlight how high-quality agricultural goods from Chongqing are becoming part of global supply chains, reflecting the region’s integration into international markets.

Why are Fengjie navel oranges finding a foothold abroad? In a presentation at the event, Mayor Wu described Fengjie as being in the heart of the Yangtze River’s Three Gorges Reservoir region—one of the world’s eight major navel orange production areas and China’s highest-yielding county per hectare. The county has developed roughly 25,500 hectares (approx. 63,000 acres) of orchards, producing an annual harvest of 507,000 tons. The industry’s annual output value exceeds 6.5 billion yuan (approx. USD 890 million), with a brand valuation of 38.17 billion yuan (approx. USD 5.2 billion), according to local government data, making Fengjie’s oranges a flagship product for Chongqing’s agricultural sector. 

The fruit’s appeal lies in its distinctive balance of flavor and texture. Fengjie navel oranges are known for ripening on the tree longer than most varieties, giving them a pronounced sweetness balanced by mild acidity, a soft texture, and high nutritional value. Growers credit this to centuries-old cultivation traditions combined with modern farming science and the meticulous care of local producers. The fruit’s “golden ratio” sugar-to-acid balance of 20-to-1—roughly 80% sweet and 20% tart—creates a flavor profile prized by consumers the world over.

Prior to the signing event, business matchmaking sessions helped connect Chinese producers with Southeast Asian distributors. Companies discussed product sizing, packaging, and logistics to align with local retail standards. “I hadn’t heard of Fengjie navel oranges before,” said Francis Chua, director of Century Global Pte Ltd. “But after tasting them, I’m confident they’ll resonate with our customers. We’re planning promotional partnerships with major supermarket chains to introduce them to the market.”

SINGAPORE, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has signed up as a main sponsor for the much-anticipated #HuntTheMouse cash hunt in Singapore. Running from 16 October to 14 December 2025, the event is organized by Singaporean company Sqkii and offers participants a chance to win a share of S$1 million by discovering over 600 hidden coins across the island.

As part of Agoda’s sponsorship of the hunt, a selection of coins is branded as Agoda Flights, spotlighting Agoda’s competitive flight offerings. This initiative aligns with Agoda’s ongoing Flights campaign, which highlights attractive international fares to top Asian destinations starting at just 39 Singapore Dollars.

#HuntTheMouse is Singapore’s largest community treasure hunt, where players can follow daily clues on Sqkii’s social media channels, as well as a real-time map at huntthemouse.sqkii.com, to track and find coins. In this edition, participants will search for physical coins, branded by Agoda and other sponsors, each representing a real cash prize. The coins are hidden in various locations across Singapore.

Pranjal Kalra, Country Director Singapore at Agoda, shared, “We are excited to partner with Sqkii for this edition of #HuntTheMouse, a game that perfectly blends real-world discovery with digital excitement. Being headquartered in Singapore, we’re thrilled to offer players a taste of an island-wide travel adventure in a place so that’s so special to us.”

Kenny Choy, CEO & co-founder of Sqkii, shared, “#HuntTheMouse has always been more than a game, it is a community experience that connects people across generations and cultures. This fits perfectly with Agoda’s mission and we’re delighted to welcome them as a sponsor to this sixth iteration of #HuntTheMouse in our shared home, Singapore.”

Agoda offers over 5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. For more information on Agoda’s offerings, visit Agoda.com and find the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app. For more information about the game mechanics, visit huntthemouse.sqkii.com.

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 138th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), taking place from October 15 to November 4 in Guangzhou, is strengthening its role as a key platform for global commerce through end-to-end attendance services and full-chain trade services, and enhanced buyer experience.

Transportation upgrades further improve accessibility. Guangzhou Metro has enabled direct gate entry by swiping international bank cards and offered a Canton Fair-themed day pass. The official Canton Fair App includes a built-in ticketing feature. New intercity railways and metro lines connect the fairgrounds to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in 30 minutes and to major Greater Bay Area cities within an hour. Over 400 self-service kiosks across airports, stations, and hotels allow buyers to collect badges immediately upon arrival, ensuring a seamless transition from travel to trade.

The Fair now serves over 110,000 meals daily, featuring more than 300 dishes that highlight both local Cantonese and international cuisines. The “Canton Fair Music & Cuisine Festival” adds a cultural touch, blending dining and entertainment with business exchange.

To overcome language barriers, four translation service points have been added throughout the Complex, equipped with 400 translation devices and staffed by over 100 professional interpreters.

Focusing on resolving common pain points in cross-border commerce, the Fair has introduced a suite of on-site professional business support services designed to make doing business smoother and more efficient for global buyers and suppliers. Strategically located along high-traffic exhibition routes, these service points are supported by 240 trade service institutions covering the entire trade cycle, including finance, insurance, logistics, product design, inspection, and consulting. They provide immediate access to professional assistance without interrupting attendance experience.

Financial and tax refund services have also been streamlined. All merchants now accept international credit cards, digital RMB, mobile payments, and cash. A new on-site tax refund zone enables departing visitors to claim rebates directly at the Complex, while 250 of nearly 1,000 refund-eligible stores citywide support instant refunds.

With these enhancements, the Canton Fair reaffirms its role as a dynamic gateway for global business growth and lasting partnerships.

To register the 138th Canton Fair, please click https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16. 

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CASEKOO, the innovative tech accessories brand, announced its debut at the West Bund Museum Art Store with the launch of the “Tribute to Artists” series in Shanghai, China. This exclusive collection marks a strategic entry into the art world, positioning CASEKOO not merely as a gadget brand, but as an active participant in the cultural conversation.

A Dialogue Between Tech and Art

The collection showcases three exquisite cases featuring reimagined portraits of legendary artists—Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, and Salvador Dalí—each brought to life through CASEKOO’s distinctive aesthetic vision. More than static tributes, these designs are dynamic reinterpretations that embody CASEKOO’s signature craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and deep emotional resonance.

The dialogue deepens with a fourth design, a collaboration with acclaimed artist Leah Han, which offers a poignant meditation on feminine resilience. Her work portrays a female figure protected by a jellyfish-shaped helmet, creating a visual metaphor for the balance between inner softness and external reality. Inside, floating jellyfish and flowers symbolize pure, blossoming emotion, while external abstract triangles represent societal pressures. The inclusion of moons as weeping eyes adds a layer of poetic vulnerability, resulting in a design that celebrates strength through sensitivity, all rendered with a restrained and powerful beauty.

A Long-term Commitment

The entire Tribute to Artists series is the embodiment of CASEKOO’s philosophy: a long-term vision for masterful craft over short-lived trends. This means consciously forgoing the pursuit of “viral hits” in favor of an uncompromising mastery of materials and finishes. It is this rigorous approach that transforms each case from a simple accessory into a lasting object of integrity. More profoundly, the brand moves beyond superficial prints by cultivating authentic collaborations with admired artists. CASEKOO views these partnerships as the very soul of its work, resulting in creations that are not only beautiful but intentional, warm, and deeply resonant.

About CASEKOO
CASEKOO promises to make more than a case. It is dedicated to designing and producing high-quality, artist-driven tech accessories that merge function, durability, and aesthetic innovation. By collaborating with visionary creators around the world, the brand brings unique and meaningful designs to global audiences. 

VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Seaspan is pleased to provide an update on its SAVER (Seaspan Action on Vessel Energy Reduction) program launched in 2013, pioneering an early commitment to efficiency and sustainability, long before environmental regulations began shaping the industry’s decarbonization agenda. 

Guided by its deeply embedded ESG framework and decarbonization strategy, the company has implemented an ambitious program of vessel retrofits and upgrades across its fleet, working closely with customers to enhance vessel performance and reduce environmental impact. Retrofitting and upgrades are effective ways to extend vessel life while also delivering emissions abatement and fuel flexibility to customers.

Seaspan has successfully completed 552 individual upgrades, with another 85 projects either planned or underway. These initiatives encompass a wide range of improvements, including upgrades to electrical, thermodynamic, and hydrodynamic efficiency, as well as comprehensive retrofits. In total, 86 vessels have been upgraded, with an additional 10 others currently being modified or scheduled for upcoming enhancements, including methanol main engine conversion retrofits scheduled for delivery in mid-2026.

The total investment in these projects has reached USD 226.5m, including both executed and planned initiatives.

Leveraging its fully integrated vessel lifecycle management platform, from design, supervision, operation, upgrade, retrofit, and recycle, combined with vertically integrated engineering, procurement, and construction, Seaspan’s SAVER upgrade program can be separated into three main categories:

• Fuel-Saving & Efficiency Enhancements:
  • Renewal of Propeller & Cap Fins
  • Bulbous Bow Modification
  • Main Engine Derating
  • Energy Recovery Systems

• Cargo Capacity Optimization:
  • Lashing Bridge Elevation and Extension
  • Stack Weight Increase
  • Lashing Pattern Enhancing
  • CSA & Loading Computer Upgrades
  • Reefer Expansion

• Green Fuel & Emission Reduction:
  • Fuel Conversion Retrofits
  • Scrubber Installation
  • Shore Power / AMP-System Upgrades

These upgrades reduce fuel consumption, increase cargo loadability, and enhance flexibility, enabling Seaspan’s customers to remain competitive in an evolving market.

“At Seaspan, fleet enhancement is a core pillar of our decarbonization strategy. By driving our fleet modernization together with our customers, we’re not only improving fleet operational performance but also contributing a practical solution to the sustainable shipping industry,” said Bing Chen, President and CEO of Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. “These projects demonstrate the strength of our partnerships and our shared commitment to innovation, efficiency, and decarbonization.”

As the industry advances toward its decarbonization goals, Seaspan is focused on leveraging turnkey solutions and digitalization to upgrade existing assets. Through these efforts, Seaspan continues to lead with its partners at the forefront of the global transition toward cleaner and smarter maritime operations.

About Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd.

Seaspan is the world’s leading maritime asset-owner and operator focused on long-term, fixed-rate leases to the world’s most prominent shipping lines. As of September 30, 2025, Seaspan’s operating fleet consisted of 241 vessels, pro forma for undelivered newbuilds, including PCTCs and second-hand vessel purchase agreements, with a total fleet capacity of approximately 2.5 million TEU on a fully delivered basis.

Media Contact: Cailey Murphy, Head of Corporate Communications, Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd., communications@seaspancorp.com