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TASMIT Launches Large Glass Substrate Inspection System for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

— Industry’s First Double-Sided and Internal Defect Inspection —


YOKOHAMA, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – TASMIT Inc. has launched a new inspection system for glass substrates as part of its INSPECTRA® series of semiconductor wafer visual inspection systems, which has gained attention for its high efficiency in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

INSPECTRA® Series
INSPECTRA® Series

The system detects not only pattern defects and foreign particles but also cracks and other defects specific to glass substrates, and is compatible with glass core interposers and rewiring glass carriers, which are used in panel level packaging (PLP) and other applications.

Semiconductor manufacturers have previously introduced inspection systems for detecting surface defects on glass substrates, but this is the industry’s first system capable of inspecting both the front and back surfaces as well as the internal structure to date.

TASMIT aims to supply the large glass substrate inspection system to manufacturers of advanced semiconductors, such as PLP, targeting 1 billion yen in orders in FY2025 and 2 billion yen in FY2030.

Currently, in 2.5D packaging, a next-generation semiconductor manufacturing technology, the increasing performance of semiconductors has led to larger semiconductor chips and a higher number of chips per package due to greater integration. As a result, interposers, which serve as intermediate components that electrically connect the chips to the substrate, are also being scaled up.

Traditionally, silicon interposers made from 12-inch silicon wafers have been used, but since wafers are circular, the number of chips that can be produced from a single wafer is limited, making it difficult to meet growing demand. As an alternative, glass substrates are gaining attention as they can be manufactured in large substrate sizes and are suitable for high-density packaging, this new system is compatible with industry-standard 650mm square glass substrates.

However, as glass is prone to microscopic cracks, semiconductors produced using glass substrates may experience operational stability issues, requiring their removal during processing. Traditionally, surface inspection has relied on optical technology, but due to the design of the inspection equipment, only surface defects could be detected, and no equipment could identify backside or internal defects.

Building on the core specifications of the conventional INSPECTRA® series, a new developed glass substrate defect detection and analysis algorithm and an optical inspection mechanism utilizing polarized light have been installed, enabling the industry’s first-ever double-sided and internal defect inspection. It also retains the high inspection speed, 40 seconds per panel, of the INSPECTRA® series, which enables 100% inspection and helps prevent defective products from reaching the market.Hashtag: #TASMIT

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About TASMIT, Inc.

TASMIT, Inc. was established in July 2000 as a subsidiary of Toray Engineering by consolidating the semiconductor inspection equipment business owned by Toray Engineering Group.

The company provides high-quality solutions for the semiconductor device manufacturing market through two core products: the “INSPECTRA” optical semiconductor wafer inspection system, and the “NGR electron beam semiconductor wafer pattern verification system, both of which utilize strong semiconductor inspection technology.

Liyang Granary: Witnessing the Millennium Splendor of the Grand Canal and Xunxian County

HEBI, China, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report by Huanqiu.com: Liyang Granary, the world cultural heritage site in Xunxian County, Central China’s Henan, is a testament to the great wisdom of the older generation. To this day, it continues to tell the story of harvest and hope.

 

video:Liyang Granary:Witnessing the Millennium Splendor of the Grand Canal and Xunxian County

Xunxian County, anciently known as Liyang, saw the establishment of Liyang Granary during the Sui Dynasty, where people utilized the Grand Canal for grain transportation. As one of the key official granaries during the Sui, Tang, and Song dynasties, Liyang Granary witnessed the history of Xunxian County as an important grain town in ancient times.

According to local records, Liyang Granary had a total grain storage capacity of over 30 million pounds, enough to feed 80,000 adults for a year. These figures offer a glimpse into why Junxian was known as the “granary of the nation.”

Standing in front of the ruins of Liyang Granary, people seem to travel through time and space, returning to that prosperous era and feeling the wisdom and diligence of the ancient laborers.

Today, new technologies for intelligent and green grain storage are emerging continuously. From underground to above ground, and up to the cloud, this land has been guarding us silently, just to make our food secure.

According to interviews conducted by Global Times Online reporters, Liyang Granary has become a national cultural heritage site and a renowned cultural tourist destination through the integration of cultural heritage protection and tourism development. Visitors can experience the historical depth at the ancient granary ruins or savor local cuisine and embrace the rich Central Plains culture on the old streets of Liyang Ancient Town.

The story of Liyang Granary is just one chapter in the long scroll of Xunxian County’s cultural history. From ancient landscapes to profound culture, from traditional folk customs to modern prosperity, this land holds many more treasures waiting to be discovered.

 

AW Education International Donates $500,000 to Lead a New Paradigm for Global Talent Development

PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On February 19th, the 2025 Spring International Future Forum was held at Stanford University. The event was hosted by the School of Medicine’s Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University, co-hosted by the International Youth Alliance “Buddy Inspires Me (BIM),” and co-organized by the AW Heritage Education Institute.

The forum brought together global scholars and elites, including Wang Jing, Founder and CEO of AW Education  International, and Guo Liwei, Co-Founder of AW Education International and Executive Dean of the AW Heritage Education Institute, to discuss cutting-edge topics in future education and youth development.

The founder and CEO of AW Education International, Wang Jing (fifth from the right) Co-founder and Executive Dean of the AW Heritage Education Institute, Guo Liwei (sixth from the right)
The founder and CEO of AW Education International, Wang Jing (fifth from the right) Co-founder and Executive Dean of the AW Heritage Education Institute, Guo Liwei (sixth from the right)

At the forum, the AW Heritage Education Institute announced a generous $500,000 donation to the BIM International Youth Alliance. As a permanent director of BIM, Wang Jing, Founder and CEO of AW Education International, expressed that the organization would utilize global high-quality resources to support the growth and development of young students. This initiative represents a significant strategic step for AW Education International in the field of international youth leadership development.

Synergy of Vision: Empowering Youth Leaders with BIM

Amidst the profound transformation of the global landscape, AW Education International has recognized that traditional education models can no longer meet the needs of future society for versatile leaders. Committed to innovation and breakthroughs, the organization strives to empower young students through diverse and effective approaches, aiming to cultivate leadership talent for both family succession and global development.

BIM, an international youth organization initiated by young students, aims to break down barriers in academia, thought, and resources, creating a barrier-free, boundaryless platform for youth development. This vision aligns perfectly with AW  Education International’s mission of “enhancing students’ global competence”.

The $500,000 donation will focus on linking top-tier global educational and technological resources, providing young students with more diverse growth opportunities. These opportunities include regularly hosting international forums, seminars, and public welfare projects, as well as offering benefits such as STEAM competitions, AI frontier exploration, interdisciplinary courses, cross-disciplinary workshops, high-end social salons, and high-end study tours. These initiatives will allow young people to interact face-to-face with top global experts and scholars, discuss global issues together, and inspire more possibilities for young students to contribute wisdom and strength to addressing global challenges.

A Decade of Transformation: From Service Provider to Global Education Ecosystem Builder

Since its establishment in 2014, AW Education International has been committed to the mission of “enhancing the global competence of Chinese students.” The brand has consistently penetrated high-net-worth customer segments, becoming a strategic partner of major banks in mainland China, a designated cooperation agency for private banking, and a partner for many high-end insurance companies and family offices.

In the era of globalization, AW Education International recognizes that the youth are the future of the nation and the hope of the world. At the donation ceremony, Guo Liwei, Co-Founder of AW Education International and Executive Dean of the AW Heritage Education Institute, also emphasized the importance of the alliance: “We hope that through cooperation with BIM, we can provide a global platform for young people to transcend national boundaries and break down barriers. We can help link higher-quality academic resources and practical opportunities, allowing them to access cutting-edge academic knowledge, participate in meaningful public welfare activities, and develop their leadership and teamwork skills, ultimately becoming an important force for social progress and family succession.”

This donation and cooperation mark a significant milestone in AW Education International’s ten-year journey and a perfect interpretation of its accumulated experience. It not only demonstrates the organization’s forward-looking vision as an industry leader but also signifies its transformation from an educational service provider to a global education ecosystem builder.

Amid the challenges of globalization, AW Education International is innovatively creating a bridge that integrates Eastern and Western education. By doing so, it offers Chinese wisdom and practical models for nurturing a new generation of global leaders and family successors, contributing to the development of global governance in a new era.

U.S. Institute of Peace Announces Visaka Dharmadasa the Fifth Annual Women Building Peace Award Laureate

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce Visaka Dharmadasa of Sri Lanka as the Fifth Annual Laureate of USIP’s Women Building Peace Award.

This international award, which is given annually, honors women of extraordinary commitment, leadership and impact who are working to resolve violent conflict and build peace in their communities.

“Visaka is a woman of courage and tenacity,” said Ambassador George Moose, USIP’s Acting President and CEO. “As someone who has worked as a peacebuilder for over three decades, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to peace in the face of extreme difficulties.”

USIP’s Women Building Peace Council, comprised of distinguished experts and advisers, selected the Laureate and two Finalists, Lilly BeSoer of Papua New Guinea and Mairo Mandara of Nigeria. The three women were selected from over 170 nominations received from 52 countries.

“In Sri Lanka, where conflict has been fueled by societal divisions, Visaka’s work is a testament to the power of mediation and compassion,” said Council Co-Chairs Marcia Carlucci and Megan Beyer.

Visaka Dharmadasa is the chair and chief operations officer of the Association of War Affected Women, an organization that facilitates cross-community dialogues and educates soldiers and community leaders about international standards for the conduct of war. In the midst of Sri Lanka’s civil war, after her son, a young military officer, was reported missing in action, Visaka established Parents of Servicemen Missing in Action as a mechanism for families to investigate the fate of loved ones who had been reported as missing.

Today, Visaka Dharmadasa’s organization empowers Sri Lankan women and prepares them for leadership opportunities in their communities and in local government.  

For information on USIP’s Women Building Peace Award, visit www.usip.org/womenbuildingpeace

For information on USIP, visit: https://www.usip.org/about

The debate on MSCs is over; it’s time to promote MSC therapy in practice

TIANJIN, China, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The debate on MSCs, mesenchymal stromal cells versus mesenchymal stem cells, continued for more than two decades (since 2006), being the major obstacle for MSCs study and clinical application. The major issue focuses on mesenchymal stem cells could not be approved for clinical application without a thorough test for safety issue (e.g. tumor formation), but all pre-clinical studies proved the MSCs currently prepared and used are safe without the concerns relevant to stem cells, so that they are mesenchymal stromal cells, not stem cells. However, where is the approval?

A recent publication in HELIYON ends the debate. The work presented by Regenerative Medicine Research Center at West China Hospital and Tasly Stem cell Biology Laboratory, Unveiling Distinctions Between Mesenchymal Stromal Cells and Stem Cells by Single-Cell Transcriptomic Analysis breaks the momentum of confusion in the development of MSC therapy both fundamentally and practically.

Using advanced single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) and pseudotime trajectory analysis, the research group identified that stem cells exhibit robust self-renewal and differentiation capabilities, mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) lack the expression of these critical stemness genes. These genes include SOX2, NANOG, POU5F1, SFRP2, DPPA4, SALL4, ZFP42 and MYCN. On the other hand, there are five critical stromal cell functional genes, TMEM119, FBLN5, KCNK2, CLDN11 and DKK1, that are only expressed in the mesenchymal stromal cells, not in stem cells.


The study identified that currently widely used MSCs from different tissues are mesenchymal stromal cells. But, these cells (MSCs) have been long misused as stem cells in many cases. Although the safety issue becomes ignored due to the nature of MSCs, the therapeutic efficacy of these cells has been a big drawback due to the confusion of their mechanism of action. The mechanism of action of stem cells is mediated by their capacity of differentiation to replace the damaged functional cells, but that of stromal cells is medicated by homing and excrete function leading to microenvironmental rejuvenation. Of course, these two different types of cells must be used differently for their differential function in the host.

Therefore, this new breakthrough not only ends the debate on MSCs, but also and importantly, helps reorientating our effort towards effective application of MSCs in clinical practice.

Crescendo Lab Expands to Singapore to Revolutionize AI-Powered Conversational Commerce Across Southeast Asia


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – As Southeast Asia emerges as a hub for conversational commerce, Crescendo Lab is redefining customer engagement with AI-powered solutions. With the conversational AI market projected to exceed $18 billion by 2026 and messaging adoption surpassing 90% in Asia, seamless communication is now essential for businesses.

Expanding into Singapore, Crescendo Lab integrates AI-powered tools with WhatsApp, empowering local businesses to enhance customer interactions, streamline operations, and drive sales. Having pioneered conversational commerce in Taiwan, Japan, and Thailand, Crescendo Lab unifies marketing, customer service, and sales within a single platform.

The Singapore hub will support local businesses in optimizing WhatsApp for better customer engagement, stronger brand loyalty, and increased conversions.

Leveraging Singapore’s Strategic Position for AI-Driven Expansion

Jin Hsueh, Co-Founder & CEO, highlighted Singapore’s critical role in shaping the future of AI-driven business, stating: “Singapore isn’t just a hub—it’s the heartbeat of Southeast Asia’s digital evolution. As businesses navigate an increasingly connected world, we are committed to empowering them with AI-powered commerce that breaks barriers, deepens relationships, and drives lasting growth. By collaborating with enterprises, government agencies, and global stakeholders, we aim to create a future where businesses don’t just compete—they lead.”

Crescendo Lab’s expansion to Singapore reinforces its commitment to building a robust conversational commerce ecosystem. Leveraging WhatsApp’s 80% penetration and LINE’s proven success, the company aims to transform customer interactions into business outcomes, positioning itself as a leader in Southeast Asia.

Conversational Commerce: Bridging the Gap Between Brands and Customers

In today’s market, business communication remains largely transactional, making it difficult for brands to build meaningful customer relationships. Traditional marketing blasts and disconnected service channels fail to engage users in real time, leading to missed opportunities for retention and loyalty.

Unlike traditional one-way promotions or fragmented customer service models, their conversational commerce technology reduces manual work through seamless CRM integration. They empower businesses with real-time conversion tracking and actionable insights, enabling them to respond swiftly to evolving customer needs and maximize growth opportunities.

AI SaaS Empowers WhatsApp: Driving Deeper Engagement Beyond Traditional Marketing

Crescendo Lab harnesses AI-driven solutions in the MarTech and SalesTech domains to deliver unified messaging and robust user engagement across platforms such as LINE, Messenger, Instagram, and SMS. Now extending its global footprint to WhatsApp, the company benefits from data—such as Statista’s finding that over 80% of Singapore’s population uses WhatsApp with open rates between 95% and 98%—that underscores the superiority of this channel over conventional marketing methods.

Key features include:

  • Cross-Channel Conversation & Data Consolidation
    An Omnichannel Inbox paired with a Consolidated Customer Data Hub aggregates messages from multiple platforms and centralizes user information, providing marketing, support, and sales teams with a 360-degree view of customer interactions. This comprehensive insight helps reduce marketing costs, boost conversion rates, and enhance overall service efficiency.
  • AI-Driven Operational Efficiency
    Advanced algorithms enable real-time consumer engagement and precise recommendations. Automated replies, content expansion features, and cross-department collaboration tools streamline operations and optimize internal workflows.
  • Reliable, High-Capacity Message Delivery
    Crescendo Lab’s Message Delivery System (MDS) ensures 99.99% uptime, handling high-volume outreach with LINE processing up to 50,000 messages per second. Beyond scale, they prioritize security, protecting users from fraudulent WhatsApp scams. They also help businesses navigate the Meta business verification process, guiding them to obtain a verified badge that enhances trust and strengthens customer connections.
  • Secured and Encrypted Communication via WhatsApp
    By replacing standard SMS with WhatsApp, businesses benefit from secure, interactive, and easily trackable messaging. Leveraging Singapore’s exceptional WhatsApp open rates, enterprises can forge deeper customer relationships and drive higher engagement.

These innovations have captured global attention, fueling heightened demand across diverse markets.

By the Numbers: The Impact of Crescendo Lab

Driving Business Growth
  • 6X User Growth – Click Broker, Thailand’s leading online insurance brokerage, achieved a sixfold increase in users with Crescendo Lab’s AI-powered solutions.
  • 400K+ Active Users – Nissan Taiwan’s LINE Official Account has grown to over 400,000 users, adding 1,000+ new followers monthly.
Boosting Engagement & Efficiency
  • 88% Open Rate – Click Broker improved engagement while reducing messaging costs through AI-powered tagging and push management.

Expanding Market Reach

  • 211% & 75% Growth – Message volumes surged in Thailand (+211%) and Japan (+75%) in Q4 2024, reflecting increased adoption of conversational commerce.

Crescendo Lab’s AI-powered solutions are driving significant growth, higher engagement, and expanded market reach for businesses across Southeast Asia, transforming customer communication and delivering measurable business impact.

Hashtag: #AItechnology #conversationalcommerce #marketingtechnology #cloudtechnology




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Crescendo Lab

Crescendo Lab is an AI-powered MarTech and SalesTech platform that specializes in conversational commerce. We help brands craft seamless, data-driven engagement strategies across messaging channels. Our vision is to become Asia’s leading cloud-based business communication service, enabling businesses to harness AI-driven Marketing Automation, data integration, and smart communication technologies for more efficient growth, enhanced user experiences, and stronger customer engagement. Operating in Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, and other markets, Crescendo Lab delivers significant value to clients in e-commerce, retail, finance, and professional services. With strong recognition from international investors and partners, we’re ready to elevate your customer engagement. Contact us today to learn more.

WuXi Biologics Again Passed GMP Inspection by Japan PMDA

WUXI, China, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (“WuXi Bio”) (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), today announced that it has again passed the GMP inspection by Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) for its drug substance facilities (MFG2 and MFG5), in Wuxi city.

This onsite inspection covered the facilities’ quality processes and the entire production system. It concluded without issues, demonstrating the company’s robust expertise in meeting global regulatory requirements.

To date, WuXi Biologics has successfully passed 42 regulatory inspections and has received 97 license approvals from drug administration agencies across multiple countries and regions, including the U.S., Europe, China, Singapore, Japan and Canada. The company’s track record of successful inspections underscores the reliability and full compliance of its quality system with global regulatory standards.

Dr. Chris Chen, CEO of WuXi Biologics, commented, “Our world-class quality system is the cornerstone to maintain the company’s strong sustainable growth and has laid a solid foundation for our global network to support our clients worldwide. WuXi Biologics will continue to enable global partners in delivering life-saving treatments with speed and efficacy, ultimately benefiting patients worldwide.”

About WuXi Biologics 

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2024, WuXi Biologics is supporting 817 integrated client projects, including 21 in commercial manufacturing (excluding COVID CMO projects).

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com.

BCA Joins Bank BNI and Bank Mandiri to Back BUMA’s Diversification Strategy with USD250 Million Equivalent Facility

  • PT Bukit Makmur Mandiri Utama (BUMA), the principal subsidiary of PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group, IDX: DOID), secured a USD250 million equivalent Accordion Facility from PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA).
  • The accordion facility builds on BUMA’s existing syndicated financing facility with PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) and PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk (Bank Mandiri), further diversifying its sources of financing.
  • The accordion facility upsized the syndicated financing facility from USD750 million to USD1 billion.
  • BCA’s participation underscores the firm trust of Indonesia’s top banks in BUMA’s operational excellence and long-term growth strategy, including the company’s efforts in business diversification.

JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – PT Bukit Makmur Mandiri Utama (BUMA), the principal subsidiary of PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group, IDX: DOID), further strengthened its financing by securing a USD250 million equivalent Accordion Facility from PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA).

The multi-currency facility, which includes up to USD75 million and Rp2.88 trillion from BCA, builds on BUMA’s existing syndicated financing as part of its broader strategy for financial diversification. Initially secured in December 2023 with PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) and later expanded with PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk (Bank Mandiri), the expansion of BUMA’s syndicated financing facility demonstrates the robust confidence of Indonesia’s leading banks in BUMA’s track record on operations and growth. With BCA joining the syndication, the total facility is upsized to USD1 billion, further highlighting BUMA’s successful achievements in diversifying funding sources.

Iwan Fuad Salim, Director of Delta Dunia Group, stated, “We are honored by the ongoing support from Indonesia’s leading banks—BNI, Bank Mandiri, and now BCA. BCA’s decision to join the syndication further widens our financial sources and reinforces the Banks’ confidence in BUMA’s track record and strategy. This expanded facility plays a key role in our financing diversification strategy, enhancing our ability to manage resources effectively, and ensuring sustained progress.”

The initial USD750 million syndicated financing facility was strategically structured into two tranches, allowing BUMA to refinance its debts and loans, thus providing financial flexibility until 2029. Simultaneously, this financing facility will be used to fund a transformative acquisition as part of the company’s efforts to diversify its business towards more sustainable practices.

Silfanny Bahar, Director of BUMA, added, “The Accordion Facility from BCA equips BUMA with strengthened financing, enabling BUMA to implement transformative actions that capitalize on current market opportunities swiftly. This facility also reaffirms our commitment to accelerating progress and creating meaningful value for our stakeholders.”

“With the strong backing from our syndicated facility, BUMA is well-positioned for continued success as a diversified global company,” Iwan concluded.
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About PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group):

Established in 1990, PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group) is a prominent holding company operating in Indonesia, Australia, and USA. Our principal subsidiary, PT Bukit Makmur Mandiri Utama (BUMA), is a leading provider of mining services to some of the largest miners in Indonesia and Australia (through BUMA Australia Pty Ltd). In June 2024, through PT Bukit Makmur Internasional (BUMA International), it acquired Atlantic Carbon Group, Inc. (ACG) and became the leading producer of ultra-high-grade anthracite in the USA, further strengthening the Group’s global footprint in the mining industry.

In 2023, Delta Dunia Group expanded its portfolio with the addition of two new subsidiaries: PT Bukit Teknologi Digital (BTech), developing AI deep learning technologies to improve operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and minimize Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) operational risks and PT BISA Ruang Nuswantara (BIRU), a social enterprise dedicated to education, vocational schools, and fostering circular economy.

Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX Code: DOID), Delta Dunia Group is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, and is supported by a workforce of over 16,000 employees across Indonesia, Australia, and USA. In June 2024, Delta Dunia Group was recognized among the Top 200 in the inaugural FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 rankings, a prestigious list that identifies the region’s largest companies by revenue.