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LONGi and ENGIE Forge Powerful Partnership to Drive Solar Innovation with Hi-MO 9 BC Technology

Global Collaboration Accelerates Utility-Scale Solar Adoption with Disruptive Back Contact Technology

PARIS, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LONGi, a world leading solar technology company, has secured a significant agreement with ENGIE, a renowned global energy group, to deploy its advanced Hi-MO 9 modules for major utility-scale solar projects in Middle-East and North-Africa (MENA) region. This collaboration signifies a pivotal moment in the evolution of large-scale solar energy, highlighting the industry’s increasing recognition of back contact (BC) technology as a game-changing solution for high-performance renewable energy installations.

LONGi and ENGIE Forge Powerful Partnership to Drive Solar Innovation
LONGi and ENGIE Forge Powerful Partnership to Drive Solar Innovation

Why Hi-MO 9 Stands Apart

This landmark partnership between LONGi and ENGIE underscores the transformative potential of Hi-MO 9 modules, powered by cutting-edge BC technology. LONGi’s Hi-MO 9 modules with its highest power of 670W, a 24.8% major efficiency and its superior bifaciality up to 80%, represent a leap forward in photovoltaic innovation. By relocating all cell electrodes to the rear of the module, this revolutionary design eliminates shading losses and maximizes light capture, resulting in industry-leading conversion efficiency. Furthermore, this design enhances temperature coefficient performance, ensuring consistent power output even in challenging environmental conditions. Combined with LONGi’s stringent quality standards, Hi-MO 9 offers developers unparalleled reliability and optimal long-term returns.

This collaboration between LONGi and ENGIE is set to redefine the standards of efficiency, durability, and sustainability in the solar sector.

“ENGIE’s selection of Hi-MO 9 is a testament to the global energy sector’s recognition of BC technology as the ultimate frontier in solar innovation.” Stated Dennis She, Vice President of LONGi. “LONGi’s collaboration with ENGIE sets a new benchmark for utility-scale solar deployments worldwide. This partnership reaffirms our commitment to delivering solutions that redefine efficiency, durability, and sustainability.”

“For ENGIE, this partnership with LONGi reflects our commitment to lead the global energy transition through the adoption of cutting-edge, innovative and sustainable solutions. This collaboration agreement will serve as a model for large-scale solar development in Middle-East and North-Africa, driving progress toward a carbon-neutral future,” said François-Xavier BOUL, ENGIE Managing Director MENA Renewables & Batteries.

This collaboration reflects LONGi’s dedication to harmonizing technological advancement with environmental responsibility. The high-power density of Hi-MO 9 modules optimizes land use, contributing to more sustainable development practices. LONGi and ENGIE are committed to upholding rigorous environmental protocols throughout the project lifecycle.

 

Winners Announced for the 2025 Decarbonising Mining Awards

PERTH, Western Australia, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Energy and Mines is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Decarbonising Mining Awards, celebrated on May 6th as part of The Decarbonised Mine Summit at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. These prestigious awards honour outstanding achievements in mining sustainability, decarbonisation, and innovation.

Decarbonising Mining Awards - May 6, Perth Convention
Decarbonising Mining Awards – May 6, Perth Convention

The winners were selected following a rigorous evaluation by a distinguished panel of judges from leading mining, finance, and sustainability organizations, including Westgold, Clean Energy Finance Corporation, Pollination, Boliden, Ramelius Resources, Sandfire Resources, Thalanyji Aboriginal Corporation, Resource Capital Funds, Macquarie Bank, Alcoa, and SysEne Consulting.

The 2025 Decarbonising Mining Awards winners are:

1) Excellence in Decarbonisation Strategy and Implementation by a Mining Company (Sponsored by Stantec):

Joint Winners: Gold Fields and Fortescue – Recognised for their ambitious strategies and significant investments driving real emissions reductions across their operations.

2) Excellence in Renewable Energy in Mining (Recognition of Excellence):

Liontown Resources – Awarded for setting a new benchmark in high-penetration renewable energy for sustainable, off-grid mining.

3) Pioneering Renewable Integration in Mining:

Winner: Pacific Energy – Honoured for the 61MW off-grid hybrid power system at the Tropicana Gold Mine, significantly reducing emissions while ensuring reliable power.

4) Innovation in Decarbonising Material Movement:

Winner: XCMG’s Supply of Battery Electric Heavy Mobile Equipment to Fortescue – Celebrated for delivering over 100 battery-electric mining vehicles, transforming haulage operations and reducing millions of litres of fossil fuel consumption.

5) Excellence in ESG by a Mining Company (Recognition of Excellence):

Bellevue Gold – Recognised for its comprehensive and transformational ESG framework, including strong Traditional Owner partnerships and ambitious climate commitments.

6) Excellence in Mine Decarbonisation Innovation (Sponsored by HopgoodGanim)

Winner: Arca – Acknowledged for pioneering on-site carbon mineralization in mine waste, offering a breakthrough solution for permanent CO₂ sequestration.

7) Mining Decarbonisation Champion (Sponsored by TransAlta)

Winner: James Koerting, Senior Manager, Energy, Gold Fields- Honoured for his leadership in developing and delivering Gold Fields’ award-winning renewable energy strategies.

“These awards spotlight the bold initiatives and visionary leadership shaping the mining industry’s low-carbon future,” said Adrienne Baker, Director of Energy and Mines. “Congratulations to all our winners and finalists — your leadership is showing the world that mining can be a force for innovation, sustainability, and positive change.”

Summit details: https://australia.energyandmines.com
Awards details: https://awards.energyandmines.com

Contact: adrienne.baker@energyandmines.com

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Citi and SDX Join Forces to Unlock Access to Tokenized Private Market Assets for Global Issuers and Investors

Citi will join SDX as a custodian and tokenization agent as both parties work together to unveil an industry-first solution in the third quarter of 2025

SINGAPORE, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Citi and SDX today announced their collaboration at the Point Zero Forum in Switzerland that addresses challenges associated with traditional private markets for global issuers and investors. Citi will be tokenizing, settling and safekeeping assets on SDX’s digital Central Securities Depositary (CSD) platform and will bring late-stage pre-IPO equities to institutional and eligible investors on the SDX platform.

Expected to be live by the third quarter of 2025, Citi and SDX are developing a scalable solution that will make shares in high-growth, venture-backed private companies much more accessible to investors. For issuers, it will present a novel and compliant model to simplify liquidity management for early investors and employees while enabling cap table control.

The collaboration leverages Citi’s expertise in securities services and private market investments, and SDX’s regulated infrastructure for digital securities.

David Newns, Head of SDX, said, “We are excited to welcome Citi to the SDX platform and together deliver this landmark project in the tokenization of private shares. This initiative will distinguish itself in the industry by using SDX’s regulated blockchain based technology to enable the efficient distribution of shares in mature international private companies, which are expected to generate strong investor interest.”

Marni McManus, Citi Country Officer & Head of Banking for Switzerland, Monaco & Liechtenstein, said, “Switzerland’s regulatory framework and SDX’s infrastructure allows Citi to bring a new solution to market using technology to solve for challenges in private markets for issuers and investors. Private markets is a major and growing opportunity and our work with SDX promises to simplify and digitize what is essentially a manual and paper-driven industry today.”

Ryan Marsh, Head of Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, Investor Services and Issuer Services at Citi, said, “As a digital custodian and tokenization agent on the SDX platform, Citi will support its global investor and issuer clients with end-to-end servicing of tokenized assets. As tokenization scales, we are meeting client demand for access to emerging and relevant digital asset ecosystems and investments. Working with SDX, we are also advancing our innovation agenda to open new frontiers to benefit our clients.”  

The collaboration between Citi and SDX further supports the development of the Swiss digital asset ecosystem and its connectivity with key global markets worldwide. Global digital asset banking group, Sygnum, and Singapore-based financial institution, SBI Digital Markets, will facilitate access to the pre-IPO equities that Citi will bring onto the SDX platform to their clients in Europe and Asia, respectively. 

About SDX
SDX Group AG (SDX) and its subsidiaries operate financial market infrastructures (FMIs) for the issuance, trading, settlement, and custody of digital assets, licensed by FINMA, Switzerland’s financial market regulator. SDX operates a stock exchange through SDX Trading AG and SIX Digital Exchange AG, Switzerland’s first and only Central Securities Depository (CSD) on DLT. SDX Web3 AG is also part of the Group and offers institutional-grade crypto asset custody and staking solutions. As part of SIX Group, SDX is subject to the Group’s high quality and security standards covered under Swiss law. SDX is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.   

https://www.sdx.com/ 

About Citi
Citi is a preeminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and a valued personal bank in its home market of the United States. Citi does business in nearly 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services. 

Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com  | X: @Citi | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/citi  | YouTube: www.youtube.com/citi  | Facebook: www.facebook.com/citi 

About the Point Zero Forum Jointly hosted by Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) with the Swiss State Secretariat for International Finance (SIF) annually in Zurich, what sets the Point Zero Forum apart is its focus on action-oriented outcomes: it moves beyond discussion to catalyse pilots, shape policy frameworks, and enable cross-border collaborations in areas such as digital money, asset tokenisation, artificial intelligence and green finance infrastructure.  The fourth edition of the Forum convenes a curated community of global decision-makers to build trust in frontier innovation, co-design next-generation financial architecture, and align on regulatory pathways that are both robust and enabling.

TDCX retains rank as the top Southeast Asian outsourced CX provider

Among top 17 globally in OA500 Index that evaluates BPO firms worldwide


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – TDCX, a leading global business process outsourcing (BPO) company for technology and blue-chip companies, has retained its rank as the top Southeast Asian BPO in the Outsource Accelerator (OA) 500 2025 Index. The company also moved up in global rankings to 17th this year.

OA500 top 20 BPO firms - TDCX

Ms. Angie Tay, Group Chief Operating Officer, TDCX, said, “In a world increasingly defined by volatility and uncertainty, customer experience is one of the most powerful trust builders for brands. When done well, it strengthens relationships, drives loyalty, and enhances customer lifetime value—making it a key lever for growth.

“At TDCX, we invest continually in the capabilities and talent needed to help our clients deliver exceptional CX at scale. Our acquisition of Open Access BPO and expansion of AI-driven solutions reflect this commitment. Outsource Accelerator’s recognition of TDCX being among the top firms globally for outsourced CX is a testament to our commitment to providing excellent CX services and a tribute to our 20,000-strong team who are delivering world-class support every day. We thank Outsource Accelerator for this honor.”

Mr. Derek Gallimore, Founder and CEO of Outsource Accelerator, said, “What sets TDCX apart from other BPOs is its remarkable ability to blend technological innovation with human expertise, delivering superior results for their clients. TDCX exemplifies the gold standard in outsourcing that modern enterprises increasingly depend on in today’s digital-first business environment.”

TDCX AI recently rolled out an AI enablement program for a batch of customer experience agents to learn about machine learning fundamentals, natural language processing, and AI ethics. In the course of the lessons hosted by Google Cloud Skills Boost, agents who completed the program were granted a professional certification, establishing TDCX professionals as qualified AI practitioners in the industry. This initiative aligns with TDCX’s broader goal of cultivating a future-ready workforce skilled in leveraging AI tools for enhanced efficiency and extracting actionable insights from business intelligence data.

The index evaluates more than 3,200 BPO companies worldwide based on their global network strength and commitment to excellence. Assessment factors include geographic footprint alongside qualitative metrics such as online prominence and reputation – measured through employee reviews, LinkedIn engagement, and comprehensive third-party analysis from Crunchbase, Glassdoor and Zoom Info.
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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About TDCX

Singapore-headquartered TDCX is a leading global business process outsourcing (BPO) company that provides customer experience (CX) solutions, sales and digital marketing services, and content moderation for clients across various industries. These include digital advertising and social media, e-commerce, fintech, gaming, healthtech, media, technology and, travel and hospitality.

With a focus on helping companies enable the future, TDCX’s smart, scalable approach—driven by innovation and operational precision—positions it as a key partner for companies targeting tangible outcomes. With more than 20,000 employees across 39 locations worldwide, TDCX provides its clients with comprehensive coverage in Asia, Europe and the United States. For more information, please visit .

PEC Ltd. US$160 million buyout and privatization by Liberty Energy Solutions Ltd

SINGAPORE, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PEC Ltd (“PEC”, SGX: IX2) shareholders have approved a transaction valued at US$160 million for the 100% acquisition by Alliance Energy Services Pte Ltd (“Alliance”) through a Scheme of Arrangement at Extraordinary General Meeting in Singapore.  Following sanction of the shareholders’ meeting by the High Court of Singapore, all PEC shares will be acquired by Alliance and then PEC will be subsequently delisted from the Singapore Stock Exchange.  Alliance is a holding company majority owned by Liberty Energy Solutions Ltd (“Liberty Energy”) with a minority ownership by PEC’s Chair Ms. Edna Ko and CEO Mr. Robert Dompeling.

Liberty Energy provides energy engineering solutions and proprietary products to oil & gas refineries and petrochemical facilities around the world.  With operations across the US, Canada, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, India, and the Middle East, Liberty Energy combines advanced R&D capabilities with extensive field experience.  The company holds over 200 patents and each year performs more than 200 plant turnarounds for major global clients, including ExxonMobil, Reliance, SPRC, Neste, Chevron, Nayara, Petronas, BP, and Shell.  Liberty Energy is the parent of two wholly owned subsidiaries: CR3 Pte Ltd (“CR3”), a Singapore-based leader in energy efficiency, engineering excellence, and sustainable solutions, and ZymeFlow LLC (“ZymeFlow”), a Houston-based leader in environmentally friendly chemical cleaning and decontamination solutions. ShawKwei & Partners (“ShawKwei”) is Liberty Energy’s controlling shareholder with management owning the other shares. Please visit libertyenergy.group

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Singapore, PEC is a well-respected provider of maintenance and integrated EPC services for the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical terminals and pharmaceutical industries. PEC reported revenue of SGD 391 million and net profit of SGD 15 million for the last twelve months ending 31 December 2024, and a robust balance sheet with net cash position of SGD 142 million. Please visit www.peceng.com

“We are excited to welcome PEC into Liberty Energy,” said Kyle Shaw, Chair of Liberty Energy and founder and managing partner of ShawKwei. “PEC’s strong management team, technical expertise, and reputation for reliability and service excellence align well with our strategy of building a global platform for best-in-class energy solutions.”

PEC will continue to operate under the leadership of Chair Edna Ko and CEO Robert Dompeling and work closely with Liberty Energy to provide a greater range of engineering services and products to deliver greater value to a larger group of customers.  With more than four decades of operational excellence and strong customer relationships across Asia and the Middle East, PEC enhances Liberty Energy’s global platform with CR3 and ZymeFlow, and expands its ability to deliver reliable, end-to-end energy solutions worldwide.

About ShawKwei & Partners:

ShawKwei & Partners is a private equity fund manager investing in industrial and service companies with revenues between US$50-800 million operating across Asia, Europe, and the USA.  After investing, ShawKwei & Partners helps improve a business by partnering with management to identify and realize sustainable performance improvements in sales growth, margin expansion, and capital efficiency.  Kyle Shaw established ShawKwei & Partners in Hong Kong in 1998 after previously managing Asian private equity funds for the Tudor Investment Group and Security Pacific National Bank. Please visit www.shawkwei.com

About CR3 Pte Ltd:

Founded in 1991 in Singapore, CR3 provides energy engineering solutions across 18 Asian countries, India, and the Middle East from operational bases in Singapore, Thailand, India, Malaysia, and the UAE.  CR3 is well known for handling mission-critical reactor catalysts used in refining, chemical, fertilizer, and heavy industrial plants for customers in asset-intensive industries such as energy production, chemical processing, and power generation.  CR3 also offers equipment and plant maintenance, pipeline and process services, shutdowns and turnarounds, and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions.  Backed by a loyal workforce, strong customer relationships, and a wide network of technical partners, CR3 has built a reputation for excellence and is well-positioned to support the energy sector’s transition to a lower-carbon future. Please visit www.CR3.group

About ZymeFlow LLC:

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ZymeFlow has over 35 years of experience pioneering innovative chemical decontamination solutions that are more effective, more environmentally friendly, and less wasteful than alternative methods.  As an industry leader, ZymeFlow continues to develop proprietary chemistries and application technologies such as ZymeFlow® Pro, Rezyd-HP®, CatZyme®, and ZymeFlow® LNG.  Its diverse, 100% biodegradable product line helps clients meet sustainability goals, reduce downtime, and lower costs across refining, petrochemical, and LNG facilities onshore and offshore in over 55 countries.  Supported by one of the most experienced operations teams in the industry, ZymeFlow’s patented, eco-friendly solutions optimize facility performance, reduce carbon footprints, and drive green initiatives. Please visit www.ZymeFlow.com

TIER IV fuels development of autonomous driving standards and an open dataset in Japanese government initiative

TOKYO, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TIER IV, the pioneering force behind the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving, is proud to announce its selection for a major Japanese government project aimed at expanding deployments of autonomous driving services to address local mobility challenges.  Through this initiative, TIER IV aims to advance autonomous driving standards for Level 4+ and deliver an open dataset that enables the development of highly transparent and traceable end-to-end AI.

Under this project, TIER IV will work closely with consortium members to develop industry-leading standards for autonomous driving, with automotive manufacturers playing a central role. This will facilitate the deployment of new autonomous driving services across the country. The consortium will also explore global market opportunities, especially in regions facing similar mobility and urban development challenges.

In addition, the consortium will develop an open dataset by integrating real-world data with data created by generative AI. This will enable the creation of simulation environments that replicate diverse traffic scenarios, essential for evaluating safety and performance.

In April 2025, TIER IV launched a collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University to develop a hybrid architecture that combines data-centric AI approaches with best practices in robotics, aiming to realize a next-generation Level 4+ autonomy concept. By leveraging the insights and outcomes from this collaboration, TIER IV will advance the development of autonomous driving standards for Level 4+, while creating and providing an open dataset designed to ensure transparency and traceability in the decision-making processes of embedded AI.

Focus areas

Efforts to establish autonomous driving standards for Level 4+ include:

  • Integration of multiple end-to-end generative AI models into autonomous driving systems, with scenario-based evaluations used to compare their characteristics.
  • Development of a framework for evaluating and validating generative AI models, along with a roadmap for real-world deployment.
  • Application of safety evaluation techniques to robotaxi services, drawing on findings from proof-of-concept tests to support safe service design.

The creation and delivery of an open dataset that enables the development of highly transparent and traceable end-to-end AI involves:

  • Collection of driving data using Level 4+ vehicles in and around Tokyo.
  • Development of a large, diverse dataset by combining real-world and synthetic data to evaluate autonomous driving systems in complex environments.
  • Generation of varied driving scenarios using different generative AI architectures, reflecting a wide range of behaviors, traffic participants, and environmental conditions.
  • Comparison of synthetic output with real-world data to address generative AI challenges such as errors and hallucinations. Performance will be validated in real systems to confirm model utility, identify weaknesses, and support continuous improvement through MLOps pipelines.
  • Delivery of a large-scale dataset through the evaluation of generative AI models in partnership with automotive manufacturers and the definition of synthetic data requirements.

The Japanese government’s Mobility DX Strategy aims to establish profitable autonomous taxi services in the near term. TIER IV’s participation in this project will not only contribute to this goal, but also lay the groundwork for applying autonomous driving technologies to passenger vehicles, further strengthening the global competitiveness of Japan’s automotive industry.

About TIER IV

TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving. Harnessing Autoware, we build scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation, we are committed to reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving.

Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware Foundation.

Media contact
pr@tier4.jp

PEC Ltd. US$160 million buyout and privatization by Liberty Energy Solutions Ltd

SINGAPORE, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PEC Ltd (“PEC”, SGX: IX2) shareholders have approved a transaction valued at US$160 million for the 100% acquisition by Alliance Energy Services Pte Ltd (“Alliance”) through a Scheme of Arrangement at Extraordinary General Meeting in Singapore.  Following sanction of the shareholders’ meeting by the High Court of Singapore, all PEC shares will be acquired by Alliance and then PEC will be subsequently delisted from the Singapore Stock Exchange.  Alliance is a holding company majority owned by Liberty Energy Solutions Ltd (“Liberty Energy”) with a minority ownership by PEC’s Chair Ms. Edna Ko and CEO Mr. Robert Dompeling.


Liberty Energy provides energy engineering solutions and proprietary products to oil & gas refineries and petrochemical facilities around the world.  With operations across the US, Canada, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, India, and the Middle East, Liberty Energy combines advanced R&D capabilities with extensive field experience.  The company holds over 200 patents and each year performs more than 200 plant turnarounds for major global clients, including ExxonMobil, Reliance, SPRC, Neste, Chevron, Nayara, Petronas, BP, and Shell.  Liberty Energy is the parent of two wholly owned subsidiaries: CR3 Pte Ltd (“CR3”), a Singapore-based leader in energy efficiency, engineering excellence, and sustainable solutions, and ZymeFlow LLC (“ZymeFlow”), a Houston-based leader in environmentally friendly chemical cleaning and decontamination solutions. ShawKwei & Partners (“ShawKwei”) is Liberty Energy’s controlling shareholder with management owning the other shares. Please visit libertyenergy.group

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Singapore, PEC is a well-respected provider of maintenance and integrated EPC services for the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical terminals and pharmaceutical industries. PEC reported revenue of SGD 391 million and net profit of SGD 15 million for the last twelve months ending 31 December 2024, and a robust balance sheet with net cash position of SGD 142 million. Please visit www.peceng.com

“We are excited to welcome PEC into Liberty Energy,” said Kyle Shaw, Chair of Liberty Energy and founder and managing partner of ShawKwei. “PEC’s strong management team, technical expertise, and reputation for reliability and service excellence align well with our strategy of building a global platform for best-in-class energy solutions.”

PEC will continue to operate under the leadership of Chair Edna Ko and CEO Robert Dompeling and work closely with Liberty Energy to provide a greater range of engineering services and products to deliver greater value to a larger group of customers.  With more than four decades of operational excellence and strong customer relationships across Asia and the Middle East, PEC enhances Liberty Energy’s global platform with CR3 and ZymeFlow, and expands its ability to deliver reliable, end-to-end energy solutions worldwide.

About ShawKwei & Partners:

ShawKwei & Partners is a private equity fund manager investing in industrial and service companies with revenues between US$50-800 million operating across Asia, Europe, and the USA.  After investing, ShawKwei & Partners helps improve a business by partnering with management to identify and realize sustainable performance improvements in sales growth, margin expansion, and capital efficiency.  Kyle Shaw established ShawKwei & Partners in Hong Kong in 1998 after previously managing Asian private equity funds for the Tudor Investment Group and Security Pacific National Bank. Please visit www.shawkwei.com

About CR3 Pte Ltd:

Founded in 1991 in Singapore, CR3 provides energy engineering solutions across 18 Asian countries, India, and the Middle East from operational bases in Singapore, Thailand, India, Malaysia, and the UAE.  CR3 is well known for handling mission-critical reactor catalysts used in refining, chemical, fertilizer, and heavy industrial plants for customers in asset-intensive industries such as energy production, chemical processing, and power generation.  CR3 also offers equipment and plant maintenance, pipeline and process services, shutdowns and turnarounds, and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions.  Backed by a loyal workforce, strong customer relationships, and a wide network of technical partners, CR3 has built a reputation for excellence and is well-positioned to support the energy sector’s transition to a lower-carbon future. Please visit www.CR3.group

About ZymeFlow LLC:

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ZymeFlow has over 35 years of experience pioneering innovative chemical decontamination solutions that are more effective, more environmentally friendly, and less wasteful than alternative methods.  As an industry leader, ZymeFlow continues to develop proprietary chemistries and application technologies such as ZymeFlow® Pro, Rezyd-HP®, CatZyme®, and ZymeFlow® LNG.  Its diverse, 100% biodegradable product line helps clients meet sustainability goals, reduce downtime, and lower costs across refining, petrochemical, and LNG facilities onshore and offshore in over 55 countries.  Supported by one of the most experienced operations teams in the industry, ZymeFlow’s patented, eco-friendly solutions optimize facility performance, reduce carbon footprints, and drive green initiatives. Please visit www.ZymeFlow.com

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“Human Creativity is Inspired by Abstract Connections That AI Cannot Intuitively Make”

The Orangeblowfish Creative Agency Founder to Join Dynamic Panel at Design Shanghai 2025

SHANGHAI, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Orangeblowfish creative agency Founder Siu Tang has been invited to share his thoughts on AI and creativity at ‘Design for Humanity’, the Design Shanghai Global Design Conference on June 4-7, 2025. Asia’s leading international design event, in its 12th year, is being hosted at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center and is expected to attract around 80,000 visitors. This year’s four-day focus is on how design can change the world for the better and how creatives can redesign their futures as technology advances.

Based in Shanghai, Siu is an award-winning creative brand alchemist, transforming branding potential for high-profile names in retail, hospitality, and lifestyle industries in China and Asia-Pacific. On the third day of Design Shanghai, he will reveal his insights and opinions in what promises to be an electric panel presentation and discussion: The Big Idea: Human vs Machine Creativity: The Future of Human Creativity in the Artificially Intelligent Age.

The panel will be chaired by Aidan Walker, Design Shanghai Conference Director, who is enthusiastically including Siu as a dynamic creative voice. “Design Shanghai in 2025 is about looking beyond what design can achieve in the future and exploring how. Siu Tang brings dynamic originality to the world of branding concepts at The Orangeblowfish. His ideas on whether human creativity could be threatened by AI is undoubtedly going to be as bold and exciting as his design approach.”

Leading the topic will be Iris Pan, Lead Designer, Amazon XR & AI Shopping. Other contributors sharing the stage alongside Siu include Mo Zheng, Founder and Chief Architect, AntiStatics; Lecturer, Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania; Craig Miller, Partner and Head of Heatherwick Studio China; and Budiman Ong, Co-Founder of Jia CURATED and Ong Cen Kuang.

A Peak Performance Influencer and PRovoke APAC Innovator, Siu’s combines brand strategy methodology with creativity, art, and design to create connections and weave brand stories that enrich. The Orangeblowfish embraces ‘creativity unleashed’ through original concepts.

Siu believes a crucial aspect differentiates human and AI creativity. “As humans, we have an unfathomable ability to create abstract connections that resonate,” he highlights. “As a designer, this is intrinsic in creating narratives which, even when they haven’t been imagined before, somehow make sense in a way that is not always consciously understood. This is fundamental to the limits of AI right now, and as it evolves, so might we.”

Siu will be available for interviews and/or provide quotes on June 6, 2025, following his afternoon panel appearance. For more information, logos, and photos, or to arrange an interview please get in touch via heya@theorangeblowfish.com 

About The Orangeblowfish

The Orangeblowfish is an award-winning creative agency with its headquarters in Shanghai, and teams in Asia-Pacific. Our vision is to create experiences that connect and enrich people’s lives. Our mission is to unleash the power of creativity by using art, storytelling, space, and technology to help our clients’ brands, employees, and communities reach their full potential. Our belief is that creativity has no boundaries. We partner with Fortune 500 companies and local brands to produce uniquely crafted creative branding strategies, customized brand installations, brand experiences and more. For more information, visit www.theorangeblowfish.com.  

About Design Shanghai

The 12th Design Shanghai will be held from June 4-7, 2025 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. Having attracted 2,600+ global design brands, 1,000+ industry pioneers, and 640,000+ professional visitors to date, it has evolved into Asia’s leading platform for cutting-edge dialogue of international design, charting the evolution of Chinese design.

This year, Design Shanghai 2025 will present the design excellence of 600+ brands across 30+ countries through four sections: Furniture & Lighting Design, Kitchen, Bathroom & Systems Design, New Materials & Applications, and Living & Lifestyle. Seven special curated exhibitions: TALENTS, Neooold, Re:Materialize, Made in JDZ, Beyond Craft Japan, Collectible Design & Art, Materials First, together with three forums: Global Design Conference, Design for Wellbeing Conference and CMF Conference, will join hands with 200+ design pioneers, and are expected to engage anticipated 80,000+ professional attendees with the charm of design.