WEST PALM BEACH, FL and ROME, ITALY, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) today announced that U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has been awarded two Gold Stevie® Awards from the 20th Annual International Business Awards® (IBA). U.S. Polo Assn. was celebrated during a luxurious gala banquet event at the Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Rome, Italy, on Friday, October 13, attended by leadership from USPAGL and the brand’s Italian partners Incom, Bonis, Eastlab, and Eurotrade. The globally attended event hosted more than 250 guests, including many of the world’s top companies and Stevie winners.
The winning entries were for ‘Achievement in Growth: USPA Global Licensing Takes Global U.S. Polo Assn. Brand to the Next Level with $2.3 Billion in Revenue,’ and for ‘Achievement in International Expansion: USPA Global Licensing/U.S. Polo Assn. Expands in 190 Countries.’ The multi-billion-dollar, sport-inspired global brand received the highest scores from the judges over all submissions in these very competitive global growth categories.
“It is an honor for U.S. Polo Assn. to be a recipient of two Gold Stevie® Awards from the 20th Annual International Business Awards® for the very first time,” says J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPAGL, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “To be recognized for our sport-inspired brand’s achievements amongst strong global competition in one of the world’s premier business awards programs reflects the passion that our global team and strategic partners around the world have for building the U.S. Polo Assn. brand.”
Accepting the two gold trophies on stage were Lorenzo Nencini, CEO of Incom S.P.A.; Augusto Bonetto, CEO of Bonis S.P.A.; Andrea Zini, CEO of Eastlab; and Franco Zuccon, CEO of Eurotrade, as well as Stacey Kovalsky, Vice President of Global PR & Communications for USPAGL.
The International Business Awards® are the world’s premier business awards program. The 2023 IBAs received entries from organizations spanning more than 60 nations and territories, where more than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and virtually every industry were submitted this year in a wide range of categories. Stevie Award winners were determined by the average scores of more than 230 executives worldwide who participated in the judging process.
“Nominations to the IBAs get better every year, and this year’s class of Stevie winners is the most impressive yet,” said Stevie Awards President, Maggie Miller. “The winners have demonstrated that their organizations have set and achieved lofty goals. We congratulate them on their recognized achievements and enjoyed celebrating them on stage in Rome.”
In the Achievement in International Expansion category, USPAGL highlighted the global expansion of brick-and-mortar U.S. Polo Assn. storefronts that are now accessible to consumers in 190 countries. Judges recognized the brand’s resilience and adaptability to position U.S. Polo Assn.’s growth and success in the international market. In the Achievement in Growth category, USPAGL highlighted U.S. Polo Assn.’s achievement in reaching $2.3 billion in global retail sales. Judges recognized the brand’s success in driving awareness of the sport of polo, expanding into new markets, and embracing digital strategies, all resulting in significant sales growth and recognition as a top global performer.
Today, U.S. Polo Assn. has reached $2.3 billion in global retail sales, expanding its footprint to include over 190 countries and more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores worldwide. The brand’s fast-tracked digital strategy has resulted in websites for more than 40 countries in 20 different languages and the activation of more than 7 million social media followers of the brand, all together strengthening U.S. Polo Assn.’s authentic connection to the sport of polo and consumers worldwide.
Details about The International Business Awards and the lists of Stevie Award winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/IBA.
About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)
U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the non-profit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers, and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named one of the top global sports licensors in 2023, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sport and lifestyle content. A historic, multi-year, global arrangement between USPAGL and ESPN now showcases many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., enabling millions of sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com.
About the Stevie Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 nominations each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at www.StevieAwards.com.
Contact Information Stacey Kovalsky, VP Global PR and Communications, skovalsky@uspagl.com +001.561.790.8036 Kaela Drake, PR & Communications Specialist, kdrake@uspagl.com +001.561.461.8596
HONG KONG, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Eco Expo Asia 2023, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), will be held under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model. Apart from visiting the Expo at AsiaWorld-Expo from 26 to 29 October physically, exhibitors, industry players and buyers worldwide can connect via the Click2Match platform from 19 October to 6 November. The last day of the physical event on 29 October is open to the public for free to encourage sustainable activities and green-living practises.
HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong introduces Eco Expo Asia highlights at a press conference. She said the HKSAR Government was committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and hoped to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an international green technology and financial hub
HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said in the press conference: “The environmental industry has always had great potential for growth and is one of the key engines propelling sustainable development of the global economy. In recent years, the Central Government has stipulated various green development targets and policies, which accelerate the development of the environmental industry in China. Hong Kong’s green industry is also booming, with a vision to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Given the full reopening of Hong Kong this year, Eco Expo Asia regains its international reach. The active participation of global exhibitors and the showcase of the latest green technologies helps strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international hub for green technology and green finance, and its role as the carbon trading centre of the Greater Bay Area.”
Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC (centre); Fong Kin-wa, Deputy Director of Environmental Protection, Environmental Protection Department, HKSAR [L], and Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd [R] attended the press conference today
Speaking at the press conference, Fong Kin-wa, Deputy Director of Environmental Protection of the HKSAR Government, hoped the Expo could allow visitors and exhibitors from around the world, including Belt and Road countries and ASEAN members, to share the latest green innovation and technology for achieving carbon neutrality, with a view to boosting exchanges between governments and trade sectors, and promoting the vast green business potential. It also serves as a platform for all walks of life in Hong Kong to join hands to tell the good environmental stories of Hong Kong, which also help promote the city’s strengths, achievements and opportunities to the world.
weplastic cooperated with tide from Switzerland and the Swiss University of Applied Sciences to develop a recycling solution to turn plastic waste into useful raw materials.
Strong support from Greater Bay Area and overseas pavilions
Eco Expo Asia is expected to attract close to 300 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, with 16 pavilions. The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) peers fully support the Expo, including the Macao Pavilion and Zhongshan Pavilion, showcasing a wide range of IoT AI management equipment and patented air purification technologies. The returning pavilions representing Guangdong Province, Guangzhou and Shenzhen work together with individual exhibitors from other GBA cities to promote the Waste-free Guangdong; Beautiful Bay Area concept that the province is committed to.
The Japan Pavilion and Canada Pavilion will feature a range of innovative eco-friendly products and technologies. The Japan Pavilion introduces new energy transportation solutions, eco-friendly textile materials, tableware and technology that can compost discarded fabrics into soil. The Canada Pavilion, on the other hand, will present technologies for biological wastewater purification and odour removal. A European exhibition group comprising companies from Austria, Finland and Spain will bring water treatment and electric vehicle charging technologies.
The Hong Kong Government and local green community fully back Expo
The Expo has consistently received support from the Hong Kong Government, as well as different green associations and companies. This year, the Environment and Ecology Bureau and 12 other government departments, along with 22 local companies organised by the Federation of Hong Kong Industries covering the engineering, recycling, consulting and other industries, will jointly present the Hong Kong Pavilion to showcase the latest products and technologies for waste reduction and energy conservation, and introduce relevant government environmental policies to the public.
In addition, this year’s expo highlights a new Hydrogen Pavilion led by the hydrogen industry in Hong Kong, with participation of GBA companies. Currently, the general public has limited knowledge of the hydrogen energy, hailed as the ultimate clean energy source. The industry will discuss the safety of this emerging energy source. The Pavilion will provide more information and updates on hydrogen energy to the public and the industry.
Nine thematic zones at the Expo to cover all aspects of environmental and technological development
The Expo features nine thematic zones, including Green Transportation, Waste Management and Circular Economy and Startup Zone. The Government has been closely monitoring the rapid development of green transport technologies and assessing their suitability for the local market, while continuously improving legislation and regulatory frameworks. The Green Transportation zone showcases electric vehicles and related charging equipment. Wisdom Motors (HK) Limited will exhibit hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles such as container trucks and garbage trucks. Huawei International Co. Limited will introduce its latest charging piles that can fully charge an electric vehicle in just 10 minutes, catering to the industry’s demand for fast charging. Jinjiang International (Hong Kong) will showcase sustainable solutions extending the lifespan of electric vehicle batteries.
As waste management advances, it has evolved into a circular economy. Recycling is no longer the first step. Instead, the process starts with producing more durable products, using more environmentally friendly materials, minimising resource consumption and waste generation in the production process. In the Waste Management and Circular Economy Zone, exhibitors Canvest Environmental Protection Group Company Limited, China Everbright Environment Group Limited and Kum Shing E & M Limited will showcase their waste-to-energy projects; while Baguio Green Group Limited and Pair Environmental Protection Company Limited from Taiwan will demonstrate smart recycling bins that facilitate public waste recycling. Nagual Environmental Protection Technology from the United States will introduce smart food-waste processors that can easily convert kitchen refuse into organic fertiliser.
The Startup Zone, which has received widespread support from the industry, will showcase the latest products and technologies addressing environmental issues. For instance, weplastic, in collaboration with tide from Switzerland and the Swiss University of Applied Sciences, has developed a customised recycling solution that transforms plastic waste into useful raw materials. Meat The Next Company Limited uses food technology to provide healthy and environmentally friendly plant-based milk products for lactose intolerant people. The Hong Kong Science Park will also organise a pavilion featuring the latest technologies from 10 of its resident companies. Altogether there will be nearly 20 start-ups present in the Expo.
Debut ESG Job Hub offers on-site recruitment
Nurturing new blood has been an important agenda for the environmental industry. This year the Expo introduces a brand new ESG Job Hub to provide job seekers with information and advice on ESG related employment. Job seekers can have interviews on-the-spot for internships, part-time and full-time positions. The Expo will also organise an ESG Career Talk to provide information on green companies, employment advice and tips for students and young adults who are about to enter the workforce.
Eco Asia Conference spotlights Building a Zero Waste Bay Area and climate change
Eco Asia Conference will run from 26 to 28 October. Featured topics will include the Mainland China government session, Climate Change, C40 Climate Action, ESG and Sustainable finance, Green Tech and Digital Transformation of the Circular Economy. Guo Fang, Vice Minister, Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China; Liu Dechun, Director-General, Department of Resource Conservation and Environmental Protection, National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China; Huang Libin, Director-General, Department of Energy Conservation and Resources Comprehensive Utilization, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China; and representatives from the environmentalauthorities of Belt and Road countries (Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam) will be present to honour the conference on the first day. A Building a Zero Waste Bay Area launch ceremony will also be held in parallel.
The highly anticipated C40 Climate Action Seminar will be held on the second day, focusing on global climate change and promoting climate action at city level. On the same day, there will be sessions on Evolving ESG Landscape and the Future of Sustainable Finance and The Fourth Hydrogen Economy Forum providing in-depth discussions on green economy, environmental industry and hydrogen energy prospects. Further seminars will cover other environmental topics, allowing exhibitors and buyers to stay abreast of industry trends and exchange ideas.
Public Day promotes environmental activities, encourages green living
To build a sustainable and carbon-neutral future, a consolidated effort is needed from the government, business sector and every individual. Therefore, the last day of the Expo (29 October) is designated as Public Day, with free admission for the general public, allowing visitors to learn more about the latest environmental inventions and technologies, and to participate in a series of seminars and workshops. Highlighted seminars include: TheApplication of smart technology in environmental enforcement by the Environmental Protection Department; AnEarth Imperilled by Climate Change by the Hong Kong Observatory and Future Green Leaders hosted by Leung Wing-mo, former assistant director of the Hong Kong Observatory. He will guide children to learn more about ideal professions in the environmental industry and foster environmental awareness through interactive activities. The general public can also participate in engaging workshops, including Eco Bonsai Workshop and Small Potted Plant with Coffee Grounds; and purchase various green products at the Green Mart.
Media enquiries The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department: Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn
Background information on Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is one of the world’s leading trade fair, congress and event organisers with their own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,160 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2022 were around €454 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services. Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity. For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability. With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). For more information, please visit our website at: http://www.messefrankfurt.com
BANGKOK, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Tanachira Retail Corp PLC, (SET: TAN), a leading importer and distributor of world-class luxury lifestyle and fashion products, trades for the first time on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, highlighting its expertise in managing high-potential lifestyle brands. It moves forward to create continuous growth for its portfolio brands and expands its business ecosystem to related businesses, to create group brand synergy and become a Thai lifestyle company in the regional market. Meanwhile, its performance in the first six months of this year tops the form, with a net profit of 71.06 million baht, up 88.14% from the previous year.
Mr. Tanapong Chiraphanidchakul, CEO of Tanachira (TAN), said the company has initiated trading of TAN shares on the first day (October 18, 2023) in the Stock Exchange of Thailand in the “Services”, “Commercial Business” category, after successfully offering an IPO of 77.5 million shares at a price of THB 16.50 per share. This is an important step to help TAN grow into a leading lifestyle company in the region, supported with strong financial capital to expand its business ecosystem in the future. The company aims to become a leading lifestyle company in the region by delivering exceptional experiences to customers and creating value from sustainable operations for everyone.
The company has laid out a strategy to expand its business ecosystem through brand extension under the lifestyle portfolio, related businesses, and adding new lifestyle product brands with growth potential to boost its strength. TAN is the owner of HARNN Group, whose body care, skincare, spa, and aromatherapy products are sold globally through expansion from being one of the leading retailers of lifestyle and fashion products with various product brands and high growth potential.
The company has a comprehensive distribution channel with successful global lifestyle and fashion product brands and is pioneering and presenting lifestyle and fashion product brands to consumers in Thailand. It has been able to rapidly expand its branches and customer base while integrating marketing excellence and operational excellence, as well as experienced management teams and employees in the lifestyle and fashion product business. This helps support TAN’s continuous growth and aims to become a leading lifestyle company in the region.
TAN plans to use the funds raised to create sustainable growth opportunities in the future, including (1) expanding the lifestyle and fashion product business branches that the group currently has the rights to. In Q3/2023, in addition to expanding its business in Thailand, the group also expanded its branches overseas by opening HARNN’s first branches in Vietnam and Singapore and Marimekko’s first branch in Singapore.
The company has exclusive rights to import, distribute, and market Marimekko products in Singapore for a period of 5 years. In addition, the group has been granted the right to manage the world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsey’s restaurant chain in Thailand. It is expected that two branches will be opened this year.
In addition, the company has invested in computer programs to support business and develop online sales channels that support changing consumer behavior. (2) Adjusting capital structure through debt repayment to institutions and (3) using revolving funds for managing existing branches, expanding new branches, as well as revolving funds for business operations.
“I am confident that from now on TAN will grow by leaps and bounds from a strong capital base, expanding branches both domestically and regionally, including adding new brands to the portfolio, expanding the business ecosystem from the service industry to the lifestyle food and beverage business, to create growth in Group Brand Synergy and aim to become a leading Thai lifestyle company in the regional arena,” concludes Mr. Tanapong.
Mrs. Chidchanok Jangpol, Chief Financial Officer of TAN, says that the company’s first half-year results (January-June) of 2023 had total sales revenue of THB 655.80 million, up 18.01% compared to the same period last year. The net profit was THB 71.06 million, up 88.14% compared to the same period last year. The company’s performance has returned to strong growth, reflecting the strong business fundamentals of its group of companies.
Mr. Pongsak Pruekpaisal, Managing Director of Kasikorn Securities Pcl, as financial advisor and underwriter, says “TAN is a growing company and is considered a Growth Stock with expertise in managing lifestyle and fashion brands that are globally renowned and have long been popular with consumers. The company has a variety of distribution channels that can reach customers in all target groups both domestically and internationally. It has a clear business expansion plan that is in line with the trend of growth in the luxury lifestyle and fashion product industry, including management teams with vision and experience who understand consumer lifestyles. They are excellent in both marketing and operations, which has led to TAN’s IPO being well received by both leading institutional investors and retail investors. After being registered on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, it is expected that TAN’s potential for business operations will increase and strengthen its financial capital to be used for business expansion as planned.”
Mr. Pongsak expresses confidence that TAN will be a quality stock in the Thai stock market that will gain investors’ trust.
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SINGAPORE, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Assembly Place (TAP) has successfully launched its largest co-living space till date. Campus by the Assembly Place is Singapore’s first premium co-living student accommodation situated along 116 Lorong J and 119 Lorong K Telok Kurau, spanning more than 100,000 sqft with more than 20 facilities tailored for students, such as social kitchens, study pods, indoor gym and outdoor CrossFit zone and with landscapes that boast of hideout gardens and pavilions. There are a total of 426 beds in this asset.
“Many thoughts have been put into the design of this space since we took over the asset in May this year.” said Eugene Lim, CEO and Founder of The Assembly Place. “We realise that most student accommodation in Singapore would just have a single bed with a small desk beside it. What we have created is a self-sufficient loft system that our students can still enjoy their own privacy while staying with fellow members in the room. These pod-like system comes with its own bed, wardrobe, study table, as well as a space to put their luggage and even shelves for their books. Each space comes with its own lighting system and power sockets for charging of laptops and other electronics” he added.
“We have also engaged renown landscape architect, Ecoplan with our landscape design. With a site that spans more than 100,000 sqft, we want to ensure that the landscape and facilities that is created will be suitable for our students” said Lim.
More than just spaces, The Assembly Place is in the business of building a robust community. With the launch of Campus, TAP will have more than 1800 keys and is on target to cross 2000 keys by the end of this year. “As our community grow and with more members in our database, we can have more scalable and meaningful community events” says Lim. “We are very excited with the many programs that have been lined up at Campus which will also benefit our wider community. The joy is always to see our members connecting and making meaningful friendships, especially for our overseas friends during their stay in Singapore.”
Strengthening The Assembly Place’s Position as the Accommodation of Choice
Other than the launch of Campus, The Assembly place has also secured 2 more buildings, 18 Roberts Lane, by Goodland Group and 21 Lor 13 Geylang. These 2 additions will add on another 55 keys to TAP’s growing portfolio and stronghold in these areas. Renovation works has started for both projects and they will be launched by the end of this year.
TAP has also recently launched its second serviced residences, The Assembly Place, Serviced Residences @ River Valley which is located at 3 Tank Road and their third serviced residences located at 18 Penhas is slated to be launched by the end of the month.
These will add on to the range of accommodation choices that can cater to the different needs of our members and strengthen TAP’s position to be the accommodation of choice.
Strong Occupancy Rate
In early April this year, TAP took over Feng Lai Mansion, an 80 keys apartment block located at 39 Lorong 30 Geylang. It was launched in two phases during the third week of May after completing major renovation and uplifting works. Within the first 2 months of launch, TAP has managed to achieved 100% occupancy rate for this property. The strong take up rate can be attributed to the convenient location, attractive room rates and the growing demand of quality accommodation in the area.
Since the launch of the residential building block at 6 Duke’s Road and 551 Bukit Timah Road in February this year, all of the 42 keys within the property were fully leased within the first six weeks of launch and demand and occupancy has remained strong till date.
With the shift in mindsets and lifestyle preferences, TAP is optimistic that demand and occupancy for co-living will remain strong due to its cost-efficiency, social connections and convenience.
About The Assembly Place
The Assembly Place is a homegrown Co-Living brand that was founded in 2019 and started from a humble beginning of 6 rooms in 2019. It is the first Co-Living operator in Singapore to cover the full spectrum of accommodation spaces, to be the accommodation of choice. The Assembly Place aims to foster connections and build an inclusive community.
Campus by The Assembly PlaceCampus by The Assembly Place – Landscape21 Lor 13 Geylang – Facade18 Roberts Lane – Facade3 Tank Road – Room Image18 Penhas Road – Facade6 Duke’s Road & 551 Bukit Timah Road – FacadeFeng Lai Mansion – Facade
Adelaide, Australia & North Carolina, USA, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Avance Clinical, the Australian and North American market-leading CRO for biotechs, was asked to present their GlobalReady drug development solution to more than 45 Korean biotechs and pharmaceutical companies in Seoul, Korea last week as part of a special symposium at KoNECT Korea Conference.
Dt & SanoMedics Chairman, Charles Park (Park, Chae Gyoo) and Avance Clinical CEO Yvonne Lungershausen co-hosting the Global Clinical Trial Strategy Symposium in Korea last week.
Avance Clinical’s Korean CRO partner Dt & SanoMedics initiated the Global Clinical Trial Strategy Symposium and invited Avance Clinical to co-host.
The Avance Clinical team, including CEO Yvonne Lungershausen, and Vice President, Commercial Business Development, Liahna Toy discussed drug development options including conducting clinical trials across South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States to support fast tracking clinical trial development programs.
Yvonne Lungershausen said Avance Clinical offers two critical solutions for biotechs.
“Avance Clinical in Australia can maximise the 43.5% rebate on clinical trial spend, and in the United States can provide high quality trials following the FDA pathway. Both approaches were received as attractive propositions for biotechs wanting to maximise their data captured and conserve funding,” she said.
“Our Avance Clinical teams in Australia and the United States offer world-class quality data and cultural alignment for Korean biotech clients designed to make their drug development programs seamless and successful.”
“Avance Clinical’s study data is accepted by all the main regulatory authorities including the MFDS and FDA; and conversely the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia recognises data generated in Korea.”
Yvonne Lungershausen thanked Korean CRO partner Dt & SanoMedics for arranging the Global Clinical Trial Strategy Symposium.
“This was an impressive group of biopharma companies and we are extremely excited to be part of their clinical program as they expand to the United States.”
“Thank you to Chairman of the Dt&C group, Charles Park and Yujin Lee, Vice-President of Dt & SanoMedics, and the entire team for welcoming and hosting Avance Clinical in South Korea.”
Dt & SanoMedics VP Yujin Lee said the partnership with Avance Clinical has been further strengthened with the team providing valuable international drug development strategies for the Korean biotech community.
“We are pleased to introduce the Avance Clinical team because we know they stand for quality. Importantly, they have the experience and track-record especially in the United States which is where most biotechs will be conducting their later phase trials.”
“We believe this has been an important visit which has enabled us to enhance our partnership and actively help Korean companies enter the US and Australian pharmaceutical markets,” she said.
About Avance Clinical
Avance Clinical is a full-service CRO for biotechs with a proven track-record for delivering clinical excellence in Australia, New Zealand, and North America. As the largest premium full-service CRO in Australia and North America, Avance Clinical specializes in delivering top-tier clinical trials that yield globally accepted data.
Award-winning CRO for Biotechs
Avance Clinical has been recognised for the fourth consecutive year by Frost & Sullivan in 2023, being awarded the Best Practices Customer Value Leadership for Biotech’s award, for its continuous exceptional performance.
Pre-clinical through to Phase I and Beyond
Avance Clinical offers pre-clinical consultancy services with their experienced ClinicReady team right through to Phase I and beyond clinical services leveraging significant Government incentive rebates of up to 43.5% and rapid start-up regulatory processes that are available in Australia and highly qualified sites and networks within the United States. With experience across more than 110 therapeutic indications, Avance Clinical can deliver world-class, high-quality, internationally accepted data suitable for FDA and EMA review.
Technology
Avance Clinical uses state-of-the-art technology and gold-standard systems across all functional areas to provide clients with the most effective processes. Medidata, Oracle, Zelta, Veeva and Medrio are just some of Avance Clinical’s technology partners.
MAJURO, Marshall Islands, Oct 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Gate Web3 Startup, a pioneering platform for innovative blockchain projects, is thrilled to announce the listing of a new project: Game Verse. The Game Verse airdrop commenced on October 18, 2023, at 7:00 UTC and concludes on October 23, 2023, at 7:00 UTC.
Game Verse’s latest offering, Sword and Magic World, is a free-to-play MMORPG designed to captivate players with its vast open-world experiences. The game finds its roots in the rich legacy of Game Verse, a trailblazing global GameFi and Metaverse platform. Founded by the stalwarts of KOSDAQ-listed company Long, Game Verse is no stranger to excellence and innovation. This much-anticipated addition is set to reshape the landscape of the MMORPG gaming world, bringing a blend of fast-paced action combat and deep immersion to the digital space.
Game Verse airdrop started on October 18, 2023, at 7:00 UTC and will conclude on October 23, 2023, at 7:00 UTC. For users eager to participate in the airdrop, the steps are simple: create or link a Gate Web3 Wallet, ensure the EVM chain possesses ≥ 100 USD equivalent EVM, and claim your free airdrop!
Explore the Future with Gate Web3
Gate Web3 Startup offers users the opportunity to participate in initial and non-initial airdrops from the latest Web3 projects. Several new projects are featured weekly, and users can participate with their self-custody wallet.
Beyond the Startup platform, Gate Web3 has everything needed for self-custody users to join the future decentralized Internet. Users can manage their assets and portfolio with the Gate Web3 Wallet and then conveniently access decentralized single and cross-chain swaps and transfers, decentralized perpetual futures, NFT marketplace, staking, DApp, and airdrop aggregators.
Established in 2013, Gate.io is one of the world’s earliest cryptocurrency exchanges and a leader among compliant and secure digital asset platforms, offering diverse trading services with 100% user-verifiable Proof of Reserves. Further, the platform has consistently ranked as one of the top 10 cryptocurrency exchanges based on liquidity and trading volume on CoinGecko. Besides its primary exchange services, Gate.io has diversified its ecosystem to offer decentralized finance, research and analytics, venture capital investing, wallet services, startup incubation, and more. The platform currently serves more than 13 million active users worldwide.
MIAMI, FL, Oct 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – HireGains (www.hiregains.com), a data analytics technology platform, enables companies for talent mobility and acquisition purposes to understand the unique aspects of their work environment and culture. By understanding those unique aspects, corporate enterprises and talent providers can match the right individuals with the right environment and team. We believe that when individuals are aligned with their surroundings and feel they belong, their performance reaches new levels and their work takes on greater meaning and purpose
Tessa James, CEO, states, “We are very excited by our clients’ understanding and appreciation of what HireGains can do for them. We strongly feel that when individuals are empowered to excel within their teams, driven by a shared vision, work takes on a new sense of purpose. Getting skills and experience correct when building internal teams or bringing in talent externally is relatively straightforward. But being able to put data and science around individuals’ fit to the team values and culture has not been possible, until now. We’ve cracked that code.”
Karen Brown, DEI Consultant, Operations Leader, Author and Advisory Board Member for HireGains further shares, “Cultivating a dynamic workforce goes beyond skills and work experience; it’s about creating a blend of the most diverse talents needed that resonate with the core values of your team and the wider work environment. By understanding how individuals can genuinely connect and contribute in a team, we’re building thriving communities, where diversity, equity, and inclusion breed innovation, productivity, and profitability. I’m excited for the journey ahead and hope to see companies embrace this forward-thinking approach to talent strategy”.
About HireGains:
HireGains is a Corporate Enterprise and Talent provider-focused firm that leverages two decades of data-driven insights used to assemble exceptional sporting teams and successfully adapts those insights to the corporate landscape. With a focus on purpose-driven work environments, HireGains fosters peak performance and shared vision, enabling individuals to work with purpose and drive success.
Vancouver, British Columbia–(ACN Newswire – October 18, 2023) – Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (the “Company or “Doubleview) is pleased to showcase a long intercept of massive sulphide mineralization in drill hole H068 at its Hat Project. The Hat polymetallic porphyry project in British Columbia’s Golden Triangle, has demonstrated that it contains several of the metals deemed as “critical metals” by the Canadian and American federal governments.
The accompanying photographs illustrate the character of the mineral zone. The long sulphide intercept will be transported under enhanced security protocols for analytical analysis. Assay results will be published in a subsequent news release upon receipt and verification. Further details, including collar coordinates and orientation, will be provided in the immediate future.
Drill hole H067 was collared 320 metres south of drill hole H034 and is directed to the projected south extension of the Lisle Zone. The strong sulphide mineralization appears to comprise sections of very strong chalcopyrite and pyrite, including about 2 metres of nearly massive chalcopyrite. [Chalcopyrite contains about 30% copper].
Further information and maps are being developed to demonstrate the southern extension of the Lisle zone. It is currently projected that the drilling will extend the deposit for another 450m by 340m towards the south while the deposit is open in all directions.
Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO, stated, “I am pleased to see that our modelling concept has been confirmed with drilling. I am also proud of our dedicated team, including our Tahltan Band members who put their utmost efforts into this season’s drilling campaign, which has been very cost effective and successful. We have drilled 1,500 meters in the past two weeks alone, and that has only been attainable due to the team’s hard work, preparation and efficient execution.”
The following photos depict the intersected mineralization (see this news release on the company’s website if the pictures are not visible).
Photo 1: Drill Core photo of H067 – Boxes 71-72-73
Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview’s Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.
Cautionary Note: Although a mineral resource estimation is currently being prepared by an independent engineering firm, no mineral resources have been estimated at the Hat Property and there is no assurance that further work will result in the Lisle Zone, or other zones if present, being classified as mineral resources.
About Doubleview Gold Corp
Doubleview Gold Corp., a mineral resource exploration and development company, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (GER: A1W038) (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. Doubleview increases shareholder value through acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper and silver properties and the application of advanced state-of-the-art exploration methods. The Company’s portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risks.
On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive Officer
For further information please contact:
Doubleview Gold Corp Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani President & CEO
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Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute “forward-looking information.” In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – DGPT, announces its new generation Artificial Intelligence computational power sharing Platform, which will bring AI benefits to everyone.
In recent years, with the popularity of deep learning and large language models such as BERT, GPT-3, and ChatGPT, the demand for high-performance computational power for AI systems has been exploding. The parameter size of these large models has reached tens or even hundreds of billions, requiring a significant number of GPUs and computational resources for training. However, the computational power provided by current data centres and cloud services is far from meeting this massive demand. On the other hand, building a professional GPU server cluster independently for training such models is highly costly and has a high entry barrier. This has led to a significant imbalance between the supply and demand of computational power in the AI field.
Solutions for contradiction between the current computational power supply and demand
To address the contradiction between the current computational power supply and demand, DGPT, a decentralized idle computational power-sharing platform, was born. DGPT aims to pool idle computational resources worldwide. Whether it’s the idle computational power of individual user devices or the idle servers of various institutions, all can provide cost-effective computational support for AI system training via the DGPT platform. DGPT has been specially designed with low entry barriers, automated access, and incentive mechanisms, allowing even non-tech professionals to quickly join. With a simple registration and client software installation via a mobile app, ordinary users can opt to provide their device’s idle computational power to the DGPT platform, participate in AI model training, and the entire process is completely transparent and invisible to the user, not affecting the device’s regular use. This opens up a new way for the general public to earn passive income.
DGPT can achieve virtual pooling and flexible scheduling of heterogeneous terminal computational resources, supporting dynamic allocation and matching of available computational power across the network based on customer AI training task requirements, ensuring rational resource allocation and effective utilization. Core technologies include efficient workload allocation algorithms, cross-platform universal data interfaces, and powerful task schedulers. These innovative designs overcome the challenges faced by traditional distributed computing platforms, achieving unprecedented flexibility and scalability.
DGPT now supports model training for various AI algorithm tasks, including computer vision, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning. The platform currently serves hundreds of clients, with a node scale reaching hundreds of thousands, making it one of the industry-leading distributed AI Infrastructure-as-a-Service (AIaaS) providers.
Business Model
DGPT adopts a dual-track profit model. On one side, AI companies and researchers with training needs can rent computational power on the DGPT platform at a cost lower than traditional cloud services, significantly reducing model training expenses. On the other side, individual users and institutions that provide idle computational power can earn rewards based on the amount of computational power they contribute, thereby obtaining additional income.
DGPT has forged partnerships with numerous AI companies, research institutions, and universities, cultivating a robust ecosystem centred around AI computational power sharing. With the AI field’s ongoing expansion, the demand for computational power will persistently rise. The platform model of DGPT harbours immense growth potential for the future.
Future Vision
As we look ahead, DGPT aims to swiftly augment the number of both individual and institutional users on its platform. Our goal is to accommodate a broader range of AI model training tasks and continually elevate user engagement levels. In the long run, DGPT envisions itself as the pivotal platform bridging computational resources globally, laying down a solid infrastructure foundation for the progression of artificial intelligence. By fostering an AI ecosystem that thrives on mutual benefits, DGPT aspires to ensure that both individual users and organizations garner tangible advantages. Our ultimate objective is to catalyze the ubiquity of AI technologies and their applications, ensuring that artificial intelligence becomes a boon for the entirety of human society.
About DGPT
DGPT was established in 2021 by a team of technical experts with profound expertise in artificial intelligence and distributed computing. Core team members are graduates of top universities and have held positions in renowned companies and research institutions in the industry. After two years of relentless efforts and breakthroughs in key technologies, DGPT finally launched this revolutionary distributed heterogeneous AI computational power scheduling and optimization platform in 2023.
SINGAPORE, Oct 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) is organizing a roadshow in Singapore on 19 and 20 October 2023, to invite global oil and gas companies for collaboration opportunities in offshore oil and gas projects. The Roadshow will offer valuable insights into business opportunities within India’s offshore oil and gas infrastructure sector. The Roadshow is taking place in Hotel Pan Pacific, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore.
In pursuit of strategic growth aligned with the evolving energy landscape, ONGC has meticulously designed an ambitious roadmap, the Energy Strategy 2040. This comprehensive plan reflects its resolute commitment to double oil and gas production, expand refining capacity, diversify into renewable energy, and bolster our non-oil and gas ventures.
To achieve substantial growth and diversify its energy portfolio, ONGC prioritizes the early monetization of discoveries through accelerated project execution. It is also making significant investments in Deepwater exploration, Improved Oil Recovery (IOR), and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) projects, maximizing production efficiency and tapping untapped reserves.
Aligned with its growth plans, ONGC is embarking on an expedited development of multiple offshore fields over the next three years. Its objective is to establish more than 25 offshore facilities, lay over 1000 kilometers of subsea pipelines, and create associated infrastructure, requiring an investment of USD 11 billion.
As a trailblazer in India’s energy sector since 1956, ONGC remains dedicated to providing dependable and sustainable energy solutions. Recognizing the vital role hydrocarbons will play in India’s energy security and economic growth, ONGC looks forward to have a mutually beneficial relationship and long lasting partnership with its business partners.
Issued by: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Corporate Communications, New Delhi
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