ASEAN Ceramics 2024: 8th Edition of The Largest International Ceramics Exhibition in Southeast Asia


SINGAPORE, July 8, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) –
Organised by MMI Asia, the regional subsidiary of Messe München GmbH and Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), together in consultation with Asian Exhibition Services (AES) Ltd., ASEAN Ceramics 2024 is the leading international exhibition of machinery, technology, and materials for manufacturing white-ware, heavy clay, and advanced ceramics. The exhibition will be co-locating with a debuting exhibition, ASEAN Stone 2024, which involves the participation of international exhibiting companies and brands of machinery, tools, chemicals and materials of the Stone industry supported by Confindustria Marmomacchine (Associazione Italiana Marmomacchine).

The press conference of the 8th edition of ASEAN Ceramics has been held successfully in Bangkok, Thailand on 6th July 2024, in coordination of the Thai Ceramics Society (TCS), the association dedicated to promoting the development, advancement, and knowledge sharing within the field of ceramics in Thailand.

Following the success of the previous edition held in Hanoi, ASEAN Ceramics will continue to be endorsed by the Ministry of Construction of Vietnam and overseas and domestic government trade and associations — Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics (ACIMAC), China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Building Materials Sub-Council, Thai Ceramic Society (TCS), Zircon Industry Association (ZIA), Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BCMEA), Vietnam Consumer Ceramic Association (VCCA), Vietnam Association for Building Materials (VABM) and Vietnam Institute for Building Materials (VIBM).

“Sustainability and Diversity through Innovation and Collaboration” will be ASEAN Ceramics’ theme this year, aiming to showcase international breakthroughs towards sustainability in ceramics production and how the role it can play towards the continued development of the region’s ceramics industry. The exhibition and conference will bring together the world’s leading suppliers and Southeast Asia’s leading manufacturers to promote trade cooperation, technical exchanges, and continued technology investments to improve ceramic quality standards that meets the sophisticated international requirements.

Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia, stated in the press conference, “The last edition of ASEAN Ceramics had highlighted for us the untapped potential of the ceramics industry in Southeast Asia. Returning to Vietnam again, we are dedicated to continuing the success of last year’s edition and propel the industry towards making bigger progress on sustainable practices and the use of advanced technologies in ceramics manufacturing. The combination of an unwavering support from ceramic associations in the region and the Vietnamese government’s commitment towards upholding the country’s strong growth rate in the construction sector makes the region a strong contender as the best region for all activities in the Ceramics Industry.”

Mr. Nguyen Minh Tuan, Vice Chairman of VIBCA, expressed in his speech, “In the past recent 10 years, the Southeast Asian ceramic manufacturing industry has been growing rapidly, becoming one of the most vibrant developing regions in the world. In Vietnam, the current capacity of ceramic tiles reaches 839 million m2/year, sanitaryware is 26.6 million products/year along with tableware, brick and roofing tiles and other ceramic products, etc, Vietnam is really an attractive destination for suppliers of machinery, equipment and materials for ceramic production. Organizing such the great exhibition for ceramic industry is one of the most practical and effective activities for manufacturing companies.”

ASEAN Ceramics 2024 will be featuring more country pavilions this year, with China, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, Germany, Korea and the United Kingdom pavilions, which will provide a diverse range of machinery and technologies spearheaded by the countries across continents. Industry giants such as our Gold Sponsor Esmalglass-Itaca, Amberger Kaolinwerke, NETZSCH, VITIS, TQT, Puresil, CCS, Mahavir Minerals, WA Kaolin, Corella Resources, Grintec Magotteaux, Monte-Bianco Diamond Applications Co., Ltd., HJMT, Zhaoqing JINMA Leading Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd and Crown Sino Group will be part of the exhibition to enrich the experience of the visitors.

In addition to the exhibition, ASEAN Ceramics 2024 is providing numerous complementary features that will drive knowledge exchange, collaboration, and business growth between exhibitors and trade visitors: ASEAN Ceramics’ 3-day Conference Program, Hosted Buyer Program, Buyer-Seller Meetings, Pre-Event Factory Tours, Technical Ceramics Pavilion, Ceramics Manufacturing Showcase and overarching networking opportunities.

ASEAN Ceramics 2024 is set to be a pivotal event in the ceramics industry, propelling innovation, collaboration, and growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to play a substantial part towards the largest exhibition for the ceramics industry in the region. Stay updated on the latest news, exhibitor profiles, and conference schedules by visiting the official ASEAN Ceramics 2024 website at www.aseanceramics.com.

About ASEAN Ceramics

ASEAN Ceramics is the leading platform dedicated to advancing the ceramics industry through innovation, collaboration, and growth. The exhibition brings together manufacturers, suppliers, professionals, and industry experts from around the world to showcase the latest products, technologies, and ideas. For more information, visit www.aseanceramics.com.

About Messe Muenchen

As one of the world’s leading trade fair organizers, Messe München presents the world of tomorrow at its about 90 trade fairs worldwide. These include twelve of the world’s leading trade fairs such as bauma, BAU, IFAT, electronica, and ISPO. Messe München’s portfolio comprises trade fairs for capital and consumer goods, as well as for new technologies. Together with its subsidiaries, it organizes trade fairs in China, India, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Thailand, and the U.S. With a network of more than 15 affiliated companies and almost 70 representations worldwide, Messe München is active in more than 130 countries. The more than 150 events held annually attract around 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors in Germany and abroad.

About MMI Asia Pte Ltd

Established in 1992, MMI Asia is the wholly owned subsidiary and the regional headquarters of Messe München GMBH (MMG) and is one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia’s portfolio of events include editions of world-leading trade fairs from Munich – transport logistic & air cargo, analytica, ceramitec; as well as industry-specific events such as Glasstech and Fenestration Asia, Asia Climate Forum, and Singapore International Water Week. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations. For more information, please visit www.mmiasia.com.

About Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA)

Vietnam Building Ceramic Association is a professional organization, non-governmental, voluntary, established under Decision No. 41/1999 / QD – BTCCBCP dated 04-10-1999 of the Minister, Head of the Organizing Committee Government personnel. Currently VIBCA includes around 100 members are enterprises of different economic sectors, operating mainly in the field of building ceramics, including the associate members are research institutions, investment consulting, manufacturing and mechanical engineering. VIBCA is a member of the Association of Asean Ceramics Industry CICA and intimate relationship with the Association Ceramics of countries in Asean and in the world.

Contact:

MMI Asia Pte. Ltd.
Daniel Shi
Exhibition Director
aseanceramics@mmiasia.com.sg

Vietnam Building Ceramic Association
Ms. Vu Thi Kim Dung  
+84 915114000
Chief of Foreign Affairs
vibcaoffice@gmail.com

Vietnam Exhibition and Event Services Co., Ltd. (VNEES) – Event Partner
Ms. Đỗ Dung (Nancy)
+84 973 583 572
dung.do@aseanceramics.com.vn



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2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) to honour Japan’s premier resort market

NISEKO, July 2, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – The 2024 edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) is now accepting entries across a broad range of categories that aims to elevate the standards of development and design in Japan’s alpine real estate markets.

Submissions from eligible entrants from the Greater Niseko region are being accepted via asiapropertyawards.com until 13 September 2024.

The presentation ceremony of the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) will be held during an exclusive gala luncheon on Friday, 13 December at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, where finalists from East Asia and Middle East will also participate.

Submissions from eligible entrants from the Greater Niseko region are being accepted via asiapropertyawards.com until 13 September 2024.

Key dates for the 2024 edition:
13 September 2024 – Entries close
23 September to 14 October 2024 – Site Inspections
15 October 2024 – Final Judging
13 December 2024 – Greater Niseko Awards Luncheon in Bangkok, Thailand
13 December 2024 – Regional Grand Final Awards Gala Dinner in Bangkok, Thailand

Japan’s finest alpine real estate rises at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2023. The presentation ceremony of the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) will be held during an exclusive gala luncheon on Friday, 13 December at the Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.

Influx of tourists, investors

Since reopening its borders, Japan has seen a significant influx of tourism and real estate investment, driven by its popular destinations like Niseko and the low currency value, making spending cost-effective. The dollar strength has also improved sentiment towards the country’s resort real estate market.

The latest edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) features a diverse range of categories reflecting the growing appeal of Japan’s alpine real estate to international property seekers.

This year’s awards programme is accepting entries across several new categories, including Best Investment Condo Development and Best Investment Housing Development. Other categories are poised to recognise Greater Niseko’s finest lifestyle developments, nature-integrated projects, and sales galleries.

Placing more emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) global standards, this year’s awards include all-new recognitions for developers within Greater Niseko that excel in sustainable design, sustainable construction, energy efficiency, and social impact.

Jules Kay, general manager of Awards and Events at PropertyGuru Group, said: “We invite nominations for this year’s awards in Japan as we recognise the dynamic and multifaceted growth of its resort industry. We’re pleased to see international investors capitalising on the immense potential of Japan’s resorts and launch developments that enhance convenience and lifestyle options for tourists, skiers, and snowboarders. Beyond the winter season, these resorts present untapped opportunities with their scenic beauty, year-round onsens, mountain biking trails, and premier golf courses. Join us this year in celebrating the properties transforming Japan’s resort market.”

Transparent, fair, credible

An independent panel of judges, comprising experts in the property sector and related fields, determines this year’s distinguished crop of winners. The judges conduct a transparent, fair, and credible selection process under the supervision of HLB, the global advisory and accounting network.

Eddie Guillemette, chairperson of the Awards in Greater Niseko and CEO of Midori no Ki (MnK), said: “The Asia Property Awards offer an opportunity for developers to distinguish their brands in an increasingly competitive property market. In the Japanese alpine market, developers can use the awards process to hone their message to attract guests, sports enthusiasts, and investors with unique designs, complimentary services, and all-season attractions. Winning a regional award like this validates a real estate project and ultimately helps build trust with consumers.”

Top winners will get the chance to compete with their peers from across the region for the coveted titles of “Best in Asia” at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which will be presented at the gala night on 13 December 2024 in Bangkok.

Hanacreek by Apex Property and Aki Niseko by Takuetsu Co., Ltd. represented Greater Niseko at the 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final in 2023 with prestigious wins for Best Housing / Landed Architectural Design (Asia) and Best Housing / Landed Interior Design (Asia), respectively.

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) are part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which marks its 19th year in 2024. The series covers key markets across the region, spanning Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Middle East, and Oceania, with exclusive gala events and ceremonies that represent the most anticipated property events of the year. 

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE:PGRU), the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Greater Niseko) are made possible by supporting association Niseko Tourism; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Japan Today, Marketing in Asia, Powderlife, and Real Estate Japan; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 34 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 55,000 agents monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.8 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 16 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(3) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023. 
(4) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com 

Sales & Nominations:
Orathai Chirapornchai (Petch), Head of Regional Sales
M: (+66) 61 929 2255    
E: Petch@propertyguru.com

Media & Partnerships:
Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 701 2519
E: nate@propertyguru.com  



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People’s Choice Awards return for 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – PropertyGuru Group (NYSE:PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, is delighted to present the return of the highly anticipated People’s Choice Awards as part of the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty 2024.

Voting for the People’s Choice Awards is now open until 14th July 2024

The People’s Choice Awards are special honours conferred upon Malaysia’s distinguished development companies based on their project quality, brand reputation, and consumer satisfaction. These categories are entirely voted for by consumers and audited by a third-party supervisor.

The first 500 voters will have the chance to win a prize voucher. Vote now via: https://peopleschoiceawards.asia/malaysia/vote/

This year’s voting runs from 1 July to 14 July 2024, offering property seekers the opportunity to make their voices heard and vote for their favourite and trusted developers. Only residents based in Malaysia are eligible to cast their vote.

Voting for the People’s Choice Awards 2024 is now open via: https://peopleschoiceawards.asia/malaysia/vote/ 

By participating in the People’s Choice Awards at the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty 2024, voters take part in Malaysia’s leading real estate awards programme.

The People’s Choice Awards are in addition to the competitive categories of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty. The black-tie gala dinner and presentation ceremony will be held on 25 October 2024 at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.

Key dates of the 2024 edition:
1-14 July 2024 – People’s Choice Awards voting period
15-17 July 2024 – Live Judging Days
25 October 2024 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Empowering consumers

Kenneth Soh, country manager for Malaysia at PropertyGuru Group, said: “We are excited to present the latest edition of the People’s Choice Awards, an initiative empowering you, our esteemed consumers, to identify and recognise developers who have distinguished themselves in the property sector. By participating in the voting process, you assert your preferences and incentivise Malaysian developers to prioritise the best interests of consumers. The feedback from property seekers is crucial, and these awards honour those who successfully build spaces for the greater good of the community.”

Introduced in 2014, the People’s Choice Awards have been integrated into the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards programme since PropertyGuru Malaysia and iProperty, the country’s two leading property portals, set a new single benchmark for excellence in real estate in 2022.

To maintain the integrity of the voting process, the results are independently verified by the official balloting partner, HLB Ler Lum Chew, a member of the “2024 Network of the Year” winner HLB International, the esteemed global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers.

Fair, credible, transparent judging

An 18-member, professional judging panel will provide their fair, credible, transparent perspectives on the entries to the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty. The judges, comprising experts in real estate and various fields, will take part in the Live Judging Days from 15 July to 17 July 2024 to recognise the best developers, developments, and designs in 105 award categories.

HLB Ler Lum Chew is also entrusted with overseeing the entire judging process and ensuring that it is conducted with integrity and transparency.

The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty are part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which marks its 19th year in 2024. The series covers key markets across the region, spanning Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, and Oceania, with exclusive gala dinners and awards ceremonies that represent the most anticipated property events of the year. 

Top winners in Malaysia in the competitive categories will get the chance to compete with their peers abroad for the coveted titles of “Best in Asia” at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which will be presented on 13 December 2024 in Bangkok.

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty are supported by official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my; official ESG knowledge partners GreenRE and Malaysia Green Building Council; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Kopi & Property, Marketing In Asia, Niaga Times, Penang Property Talk, The Grid Asia, The Malaysia Voice, and Top 10 Malaysia; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUP

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 34 million property seekers2 to connect with almost 55,000 agents monthly3 to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.8 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 16 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(3) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023. 
(4) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023.

PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Sales & Nominations:
June Fong, Events Director & Head of Awards (Malaysia)
M: +6019-319 0127
E: june.fong@iproperty.com.my

Media & Partnerships:
Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 701 2519
E: nate@propertyguru.com



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Homegrown Robobarista Ella Achieves Highest Daily Record of 400 Cups of Coffee Sold at Sengkang General Hospital, Paving Way for Additional Waves of Expansion in the Healthcare Sector

  • Ella, Singapore’s AI-powered Robobarista, has integrated into the healthcare ecosystem with major healthcare facilities namely, Sengkang General Hospital (SKH), Mount Elizabeth Hospital and Alexandra Hospital as its third location.
  • While it was originally developed for the retail industry, Ella’s success in the healthcare industry has proven its versatility in carving out a niche to serve specialised sectors in need of on-demand beverages 24/7.
  • In 2024, Ella is poised for expansion to more SingHealth hospitals and facilities locally, as it continues to serve barista-grade coffee at precision and speed.

SINGAPORE, June 12, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Ella by Crown Digital, Singapore’s first fully-autonomous, AI-led robot barista, has garnered significant acclaim at Sengkang General Hospital (SKH) and Mount Elizabeth Hospital. Her remarkable success in serving healthcare professionals and visitors with precision and efficiency has propelled her expansion into additional healthcare facilities across the nation. Alexandra Hospital is the latest to benefit from Ella’s presence, marking a milestone in her service journey nationwide.

Following Ella’s resounding success in her deployment at SKH, where she not only met but exceeded expectations by achieving a record daily average of 400 cups of coffee, her adaptability and relevance in healthcare settings became undeniable. Seamlessly integrating into the hospital environment, Ella continues to bring convenience and comfort to all through her consistent, efficient and contactless approach to serve high volumes of coffee at precision and speed. Now, with her recent launch at Alexandra Hospital, Ella has elicited positive feedback from healthcare providers, patients, and visitors alike within her first week.

“We are excited to launch Ella in Alexandra Hospital, extending the comfort and convenience of a great cuppa she’s brought to Sengkang General Hospital since October last year. By delivering high-quality barista-grade coffee to our healthcare heroes, patients, and caregivers, Ella embodies our commitment to unparalleled efficiency and reliability. Occupying just four-square-metres, Ella can be easily deployed across various locations while seamlessly managing payments, orders, production, and pick-up through Crown Digital’s technology stack. As we forge ahead, embracing innovation and robotics solutions, our success at SKH drives our continued expansion, commitment and leadership in this space,” said Keith Tan, CEO and Founder of Crown Digital.

Ella’s success underscores the consistent demand in healthcare settings for her precision, speed, and contactless efficiency in serving best tasting coffee ensuring unparalleled convenience and satisfaction to all stakeholders. Originally designed for the retail sector, Ella’s success in healthcare has solidified her position and expanded her reach to serve more consumers. Since her inception in 2018, Ella has delighted coffee enthusiasts locally and globally with artisanal, barista-grade coffee crafted from specially-curated Italian Buscaglione beans, ensuring consistent quality and precision. Capable of serving over 200 cups in an hour, Ella offers a swift coffee fix, significantly reducing wait times during peak periods.

Charity Wai, Chief Operating Officer of Sengkang General Hospital added, “Ella has earned a popular following in Sengkang General Hospital as visitors and staff alike appreciate the barista-grade coffee served with consistency, precision and speed. Having the first fully-autonomous AI-led robot barista aligns well with SKH’s vision also in using robotics and digitalisation to ensure we deliver quality care consistently and efficiently!  It’s great to see our visitors, patients and hospital staff able to access a good cup of coffee around the clock.”

“Ella was a lifesaver during my husband’s 6-week stay at Mount Elizabeth Hospital. On the many occasions that I stayed over with my husband, waking up to a nice fresh cup of coffee was essential. Subscribing to the pre-order service ensured I was able to have a quality cup of coffee anytime of the day which I appreciated the most. The commute between home, office and hospital became such a routine that Ella was the only comfort that kept my spirits up. It’s incredible how technology can bring such comfort, turning every stressful situation into a positive moment. Ella’s more than just a robot barista, but a beacon of cheer in a place where people are most vulnerable,” shared Crystal Bok, whose husband was warded at Mount Elizabeth Hospital.

Following Crown Digital’s success with three major healthcare providers in Singapore — SingHealth, National University Health System, and Parkway Health — Ella is poised for wider adoption in 2024. 

About Crown Digital

Full-stack start-up Crown Digital began with the goal of delivering a contactless coffee experience gourmet experience to the world’s growing community of grab-and-go commuters. Its creation, ELLA, the one of world’s first successful robot barista, humanised technology and demonstrated the potential of robotics and AI to re-invent the commuter lifestyle experience and re-energize urban retail. As ELLA deploys across major Asian transit hubs and retail locations, and now into the European Market, Crown Digital brings its expertise and insights to find new ways to create social value through robotics. The company strives to re-imagine and re-invent consumer-facing robotics to become the leading inventor, operator, and distributor of future-ready solutions.

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Greene Tweed Extends Global Reach With Completion of Manufacturing Facility in Korea

LANSDALE, PA, June 11, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Greene Tweed, a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastics, composites, seals, and engineered components, has announced the completion of its new manufacturing facility in Ochang, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea. The milestone marks a significant expansion of Greene Tweed’s global footprint and reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to their customers worldwide with its flagship Chemraz® product line.

With construction now complete, the new facility is poised to commence sample production immediately and transition to commercial production by September 2024. The state-of-the-art plant is equipped with advanced manufacturing technology as well as solar panels and greywater recycling facilities to mitigate environmental impact, and skilled staff are in place, ready to drive operations forward.

“The opening of this facility represents a pivotal step in our strategic growth plan,” said Magen Buterbaugh, President and CEO of Greene Tweed. “Our investment in Korea not only expands our manufacturing capacity but also strengthens our ability to provide high-quality Chemraz® products to our customers, particularly in the semiconductor industry, which is crucial to the global economy.”

The new Greene Tweed location underscores the company’s dedication to supporting clients based in Korea and the surrounding region, including notable semiconductor industry leaders. With the semiconductor market expected to be valued at one trillion dollars by 2030, Greene Tweed is well-positioned to meet local and global demand. By increasing its manufacturing presence in Asia, the company expects to improve delivery times, enhance business continuity, and offer greater flexibility and reliability for customers worldwide.

“Greene Tweed’s new manufacturing site in Korea is a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation and operational excellence,” said Thyag Sadasiwan, General Manager, Chemraz®. “This facility will initially focus on our Chemraz® product line, known for its superior performance in demanding semiconductor applications, and will eventually expand to include other product lines to meet diverse customer needs.”

The grand opening ceremony for the site scheduled for June 2024 will bring together key stakeholders, customers, and local dignitaries to celebrate this significant milestone and highlight Greene Tweed’s dedication to fostering strong partnerships within the Korean market.

For more information about Greene Tweed and its comprehensive range of capabilities, please visit www.gtweed.com.

About Greene Tweed

Greene Tweed is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastics, composites, seals, and engineered components that outperform and outlast in the world’s harshest environments. For 160 years, we have served clients in semiconductor, oil and gas, aerospace, defense, chemical and pharmaceutical processing, and other industries where failure is not an option.

Greene Tweed products are sold and distributed worldwide. For additional information, call +1.215.256.9521, or visit our website at http://www.gtweed.com.

Contact Information
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PR & Communications
sdoss@gtweed.com

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The 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) are now accepting entries across new, diverse categories

HONG KONG, June 6, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Organisers of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) have announced an expanded roster of categories for the programme’s 2024 edition.

The 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) are now accepting submissions ahead of the highly anticipated presentation ceremony on Friday, 13 December 2024. This prestigious event will be held at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, promising a day of celebration and recognition for outstanding achievements in the Chinese property sector.

Submissions from eligible entrants are currently being accepted via asiapropertyawards.com until 13 September 2024.

Key dates for the 2024 edition:
13 September 2024 – Entries close
23 September – 14 October 2024 – Site Inspections (Hong Kong and Macau)
16-17 October 2024 – Final Judging
13 December 2024 – Awards Ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand
13 December 2024 – Regional Grand Final Gala Presentation in Bangkok, Thailand

Embracing change, underscoring innovation

The latest edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) features an expanded list of categories that embrace change and underscore innovation in the real estate industry.

New categories in 2024 include titles for affordable residential developers as well as the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) awards for companies that lead in sustainable design, sustainable construction, energy efficiency, and social impact.

Outstanding projects can also compete for new categories distinguishing the country’s finest investment properties; lifestyle developments; nature-integrated projects; and sales galleries.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Awards and Events, said: “Following the successful return of our awards programme to a physical format last year, we eagerly anticipate another celebration of success in China this year, recognising exemplary leaders and professionals in property development, architecture, and design. With innovative ideas and a commitment to quality, the real estate industry across Asia demonstrates resilience and adapts to challenges. As the Gold Standard of real estate, we believe the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards inspire creativity, stimulate solutions, elevate standards, and will ultimately help drive positive outcomes for the property sector in China.”

The Best in Asia

Top winners will have an opportunity to compete with their peers for the coveted titles of “Best in Asia” at the 19th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final on 13 December 2024.

China showcased exceptional projects at last year’s 18th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final where developments such as The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong by Sino Land Company Limited; M8 by China Construction Engineering (Macau) Company Limited; and New Bund 31 by Shun Tak Qiantan (Shanghai) Cultural and Real Estate Company Limited garnered regional acclaim.

The winners of the 2024 awards will be determined by an independent panel of judges, composed of experts in the property sector and related fields. The judges conduct a transparent, fair, and impartial selection process under the supervision of HLB, the global advisory and accounting network.

Ken Ip, chairperson of the Awards in Mainland China and chairman of Asia MarTech Society, said: “The Mainland Chinese property market continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and innovation in the face of headwinds. Last year’s landmark edition of our awards programme showcased the incredible dedication and creativity of developers and designers, setting new benchmarks across China’s real estate industry. Building on this success, we are glad to open entries for the latest edition of our awards, featuring exciting new categories that reflect current trends and opportunities.”

Paul Tse, chairperson of the Awards in Hong Kong and Macau and president of the Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers, said: “Last year saw the remarkable achievements of the Hong Kong and Macau property sectors showcased on the international platform of the awards. As we embark on a new edition of the awards in 2024, we anticipate an even more robust display of excellence, growth, and development in these cities. We look forward to developers and designers embracing change, exploring fresh opportunities, and guiding consumers towards a more brilliant, sustainable property market in Hong Kong and Macau.”

The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) are part of the regional PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which marks its 19th year in 2024. The series covers key markets across the region, spanning Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, and Oceania, with exclusive gala events and ceremonies that represent the most anticipated property events of the year. 

Organised by PropertyGuru Group (NYSE:PGRU), the 11th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau) programme is supported by official partner Anjuke; official marketing partner Global Design Awards Lab; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; official publicity partner Molihua Media Group (MMG); media partners Mingtiandi and The Standard; and official supervisor HLB.

For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.

About PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards

PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. 

In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. 

For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com

About PropertyGuru Group

PropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading(1) PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 34 million property seekers(2) to connect with almost 55,000 agents’ monthly(3) to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.8 million real estate listings(4), in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 16 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform,Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia. 

For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com;PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn

(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2023 and December 2023. 
(3) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023.
(4) Based on data between October 2023 and December 2023.

PropertyGuru Contacts:

General Enquiries:
Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing Services
M: +66 92 954 4154
E: allan@propertyguru.com   

Media & Partnerships:
Nate Dacua, Media Relations & Marketing Services Manager
M: +66 92 701 2510
E: nate@propertyguru.com

Sales & Nominations:
Kai Lok Kwok, Solutions Manager
M: (+66) 97117 8595
E: kai@propertyguru.com

Yiming Li, Solutions Manager
M: +66 082 292 1309
E: nick@propertyguru.com



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GMG’s THERMAL-XR(R) Energy Savings Coating Wins Industry Product Excellence Award

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia–(ACN Newswire – June 5, 2024) – Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (“GMG” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide a business update on the commercialisation progress of THERMAL-XR® Powered by GMG Graphene.

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GMG and GMG’s THERMAL-XR® Powered by GMG Graphene coating was awarded the Product Excellence HVAC Award in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia on the 29th May 2024 at the Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Building Services Exhibition (ARBS). ARBS is Australia’s leading event for the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) and building services sectors. ARBS is where professionals from across the industry connect to explore cutting-edge advancements; network with 350 exhibitors; and interact with more than 9,000 attendees dedicated to shaping the future of the HVAC field.

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The Product Excellence HVAC Award is focused on new technology or re-application of existing technology in product manufacture that demonstrate innovation and fitness for purpose for the air conditioning, refrigeration and building services sector.

ARBS’s website described the Company’s THERMAL-XR® COATING SYSTEM as “distinguishing itself in the HVAC & R industry by its innovative approach to enhancing the thermal conductivity of both new and corroded heat exchange surfaces. This system not only coats and protects these surfaces but also restores their eroded thermal efficiency. By integrating the physics of GMG Graphene, the THERMAL-XR® process not only improves the heat transfer rate but also significantly reduces power consumption, marking a substantial advance in efficiency. Additionally, the THERMAL-XR RESTORE®, Powered by GMG Graphene, offers protection against accelerated corrosion for various types of coils, thereby prolonging equipment life and further reducing energy costs.”

This collaborative national ARBS Awards initiative is fully endorsed by the major HVAC&R industry associations:

  • AIRAH – Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating
  • AMCA – Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors Association
  • AREMA – Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturers Association
  • ARWA – Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Wholesalers Association
  • CIBSE – Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (ANZ)
  • RACCA – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Contractors Association

GMG’s Managing Director and CEO, Craig Nicol, commented: “This national industry award is really exciting as it shows further progress GMG is making with THERMAL-XR® within the HVAC-R industry. We continue to see various types of industries trialling our product including in the after-market air conditioning, data centres, air conditioner manufacturers, personal electronics, truck and train manufacturers and industrial facilities such as LNG plants.”

GMG’s Chairman and Director, Jack Perkowski, commented: “THERMAL-XR® is an exciting prospect for the Company in many applications and markets, and it is gratifying to see the Company receiving recognition for this through such national industry awards.”

About THERMAL-XR® powered by GMG Graphene:

THERMAL-XR® COATING SYSTEM is a unique method of improving the conductivity of corroded heat exchange surfaces and improving and maintaining the performance of new units at peak levels. The process coats and protects heat exchange surfaces while improving and rebuilding the lost corroded thermal conductivity and increasing the heat transfer rate by leveraging the physics of GMG Graphene, resulting in an efficiency improvement and a potential power reduction.

THERMAL-XR RESTORE® is powered by GMG Graphene. PATENT PENDING

About GMG www.graphenemg.com

GMG is a clean-technology company which seeks to offer energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene, including that manufactured in-house via a proprietary production process. GMG has developed a proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, ‘tuneable’ and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.

The Company’s present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning (“HVAC-R”) coating (or energy-saving coating), lubricants and fluids.

In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries (“G+AI Batteries”).

GMG’s 4 critical business objectives are:

  1. Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processes
  2. Build Revenue from Energy Savings Products
  3. Develop Next-Generation Battery
  4. Develop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution Capability

For further information please contact:

  • Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223
  • Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “intends”, “expects” or “anticipates”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “should”, “would” or will “potentially” or “likely” occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as “forward‐looking statements”, are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s THERMAL-XR® COATING SYSTEM distinguishing itself in the HVAC & R industry, the Product Excellence – HVAC Award showing the progress THERMAL-XR® is making within the HVAC-R industry, and the types of industries trialling the Company’s products.

Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, assumptions relating to the THERMAL-XR® COATING SYSTEM distinguishing itself in the HVAC & R industry through its innovative approach to enhancing thermal conductivity, the Product Excellence – HVAC Award demonstrating that THERMAL-XR® is making progress in the HVAC-R industry, and that various types of industries will continue trialling the Company’s products.

Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation: that the THERMAL-XR® COATING SYSTEM will not continue to distinguish itself in the HVAC & R industry through its innovative approach to enhancing thermal conductivity, or at all, that the Product Excellence – HVAC Award does not demonstrate that THERMAL-XR® is making progress in the HVAC-R industry, that companies in the after-market air conditioning, data centres, air conditioner manufacturers, personal electronics, truck and train manufacturers and industrial facilities industries will not continue to trail the Company’s products, risks relating to the extent and duration of the conflict in Eastern Europe and its impact on global markets, the volatility of global capital markets, political instability, the failure of the Company to obtain regulatory approvals, attract and retain skilled personnel, unexpected development and production challenges, unanticipated costs and the risk factors set out under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual information form dated October 12, 2023 available for review on the Company’s profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. We seek safe harbor.

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Minetech Records RM128.14 Million Revenue in 12M FY2024 amidst Challenging Market Conditions

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Minetech Resources Berhad (“Minetech” or the “Company”), is pleased to report a solid set of financial performance for the fourth quarter ended 31 March 2024 (“Q4 FY2024”). Despite a challenging market environment, Minetech achieved a revenue of RM33.47 million for the quarter, reflecting the Company’s resilience and operational strength. The Company recorded a gross profit of RM3.62 million in Q4 FY2024, an improvement from RM3.40 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year (“Q4 FY2023”).

Encik Abang Abdillah Izzarim, the Executive Chairman of Minetech
Encik Abang Abdillah Izzarim, the Executive Chairman of Minetech

For Q4 FY2024, both Civil Engineering division and Bituminous Products see a slight decrease of revenue to RM23.01 million and RM7.6 million respectively. However, the Energy segment, representing Minetech’s venture into renewable energy, contributed RM1.78 million in revenue for Q4 FY2024, marking a successful entry into the renewable energy sector.

For the financial year ended 31 March 2024 (“FY2024”), Minetech reported a revenue of RM128.14 million, an increase from RM123.77 million in the previous year. The gross profit for the year was RM14.97 million, up from RM13.42 million in the previous year. The Company recorded a loss before tax of RM6.85 million, an improvement from the RM7.92 million loss in the previous financial year. The net loss for the financial year was RM8.82 million, a notable improvement from the net loss of RM11.87 million in the previous year. This improvement is primarily attributed to enhanced operational efficiencies, stringent cost management practices, and strategic project completions that reduced overall expenditure. The Company also benefited from increased contributions from the Energy segment, which helped offset declines in other areas.

A significant highlight for Minetech Construction Sdn. Bhd. (“MCSB”), a wholly-owned subsidiary, is the renewal of a substantial contract with Able Return Sdn. Bhd. and Damar Consolidated Exploration Sdn. Bhd. for the Selinsing Gold Mine Project, valued at approximately RM230.0 million. This renewal, effective from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2026, signifies an increase in production volume and contract value, reflecting the expanded mining area and operational scope. This contract sets a positive trajectory for Minetech’s future projects and reinforces the Company’s capability and commitment to growth.

Encik Abang Abdillah Izzarim, the Executive Chairman of Minetech, expressed his perspective on the Company’s performance, stating, “While the quarter presented several challenges, our strategic direction and adaptability have proven effective. The contract renewal for the Selinsing Gold Mine Project is a testament to our capabilities and commitment to growth. We remain focused on driving sustainable value for our stakeholders as we navigate the evolving market landscape.”

Adding to this, he highlighted the Company’s goal of turning profitable: “Our primary objective moving forward is to steer Minetech towards profitability. Through strategic initiatives, cost management, and operational efficiency, we are dedicated to transforming our financial performance and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.”

As at 5:00 P.M. 30 May 2024, the share price of Minetech closed at RM0.135, reflecting a market capitalisation of RM241 million.

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Messe Munchen Singapore announces the co-location of two-dedicated tradeshows for Southeast Asia’s USD450+ billion construction sector

SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – MMI Asia Pte. Ltd. (MMI Asia), the regional subsidiary of Messe München GmbH, is proud to announce the launch of the ASEAN Stone exhibition in addition to its line-up of trade exhibitions, taking place from 11 to 13 December 2024, at the prestigiousSaigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to support in helping Southeast Asia countries and Vietnam deliver the 2050 Vision. The event is supported by Marmomacchine Servizi srl, a service company of Confindustria Marmomacchine (Associazione Italiana Marmomacchine).

ASEAN Stone 2024 is the first dedicated exhibition of stone, allied machinery, tools, chemicals and materials in Southeast Asia e.g granite, quartz, marble slabs, mosaic and natural stone, stone processing and cutting devices, quarrying machines and polishing equipment. The exhibition will be co-located with ASEAN Ceramics 2024 in Vietnam. The stone and ceramics industries go hand in hand with the broader manufacturing and construction industries to support the expansion in Southeast Asia. Both events will address growing demand for raw materials, machinery, tools, equipment and other related services and technologies necessary to produce high-quality building products in the region’s USD 450+ billion construction sector. The move will allow two distinctive forums the opportunity to foster greater crossover while maintaining the branding and identity of each community in two distinct halls.

Trade visitors will have access to both show floors affording the unique opportunity to engage, collaborate, learn, and acquaint themselves with the latest advancements.  The synergy of co-location provides an extremely powerful and significant avenue for networking at an incredibly important time for our industry where technology and knowledge from both industries can be shared whilst specific programming and events will continue to serve each show thus providing a brand-new set of experiences and solutions to attendees.

With an exhibition space of 6,600sqm, almost double the size of ASEAN Ceramics 2023 in Hanoi, an expected turnout of over 300 exhibitors and brands and over 5,000 trade visitors, these events promise to bring together the most influential stakeholders in the stone and ceramics industries in the region.

As an example of market growth according to regional analysis, the natural stone market in Asia-pacific region generated a revenue of $19,907.20 million in 2021 and is expected to reach up to $35,170.00 million by 2030 (Source). Also, Vietnam’s ceramic industry soars and ranked as the world’s 4th largest tile production and one of the top 10 largest construction ceramic-producing countries. With this evident surge in the natural stone and ceramics market, the exhibition will play a key role in accelerating network building between local and international brands and associations to meet the growing requirements and demand, a great platform for exhibitors to offer solutions to address current challenges on digitalization & automation and to demonstrate the future of each industry from manufacturing, production and technologies to 10 countries in Southeast Asia – Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Laos, Cambodia, Brunei and Myanmar.

Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia, expresses his anticipation for this event, “We decided to co-locate these events after analyzing the market requirements and potential synergies afforded by the cross-industry integration. The exhibition will welcome all exhibit profiles and suppliers from around the world to give access for ASEAN’s distributors, suppliers, manufacturers, architects, designers, contractors and developers to the latest most innovative technologies and services. This will be in addition to extensive experience and knowledge base enabling a positive difference in the value chain of both stone and ceramics. ”

Several supporting programs will provide a highly interactive, knowledge platform for the industry for regional buyers to meet global suppliers. Highlights of the 3-day exhibition include academic seminar, product showcasing, hosted buyer program, buyer-seller forum, pre-event factory tour, networking dinner, and over 50+ conference sessions hosted by renowned experts at both events.

ASEAN Stone will focus on applications for building & monumental while 8th ASEAN Ceramics, with co-organizer Vietnam Building Ceramic Association (VIBCA), will remain its focus on raw materials as well as technology and machinery for the production of refractory materials, bricks, tiles, sanitary ceramics, tableware and advanced ceramics – the perfect gateway to meet the ASEAN regional buyers and global suppliers, establish trade relationships and expand geographic reach.  Leveraging on the great success of ASEAN Ceramics 2023 in Hanoi, the team promises to deliver the best experience for all professionals in the stone industry. For more information, please visit website https://aseanceramics.com/asean-stone-2024/

About ASEAN Ceramics

ASEAN Ceramics is Southeast Asia’s leading international exhibition of machinery, technology and materials for manufacturing, white-ware, heavy clay, and advanced ceramics, and the only in the region that unites the whole ceramics community. The exhibition brings together manufacturers, suppliers, professionals, and industry experts from around the world to showcase the latest products, technologies, and ideas. For more information, visit http://www.aseanceramics.com.

About Messe Muenchen GmbH

Messe Muenchen GmbH is one of the world’s leading trade fair organizers with more than 50 trade fairs for capital goods, consumer goods, and modern technologies. Every year, Messe Muenchen organizes more than 200 events in Munich, Germany, and abroad, attracting over 30,000 exhibitors and 2 million visitors. The company’s mission is to create innovative, sustainable, and profitable platforms for its customers to do business and connect with their target markets.

About MMI Asia Pte Ltd

MMI Asia is a full subsidiary of Messe München GMBH (MMG) established in 1992 and one of the world largest and leading exhibition organizers. MMI Asia was set up as the regional headquarter and a wholly owned subsidiary of MMG to promote global trade expansion by facilitating participation of Asian exhibitors in Messe München fairs worldwide. MMI Asia also provides consultancy in professional trade fairs and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations.

Contact:

ASEAN Stone & ASEAN Ceramics Team
MMI Asia Pte Ltd
Email: aseanceramics@mmiasia.com.sg
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Sinoma International Successfully Hosts The Second SINOMA Cement Green & Intelligent Summit

BEIJING, May 23, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – The Second SINOMA Cement Green & Intelligent Summit was held in Nanjing, Jiangsu province on May 17.

Themed “Green Intelligence Empowers Cooperation,” the event was joined by more than 400 representatives from 34 countries, who had in-depth exchange of views on green and low-carbon development, digital design and intelligent management.

Together, they shared the application results of frontier technologies and discussed international cooperation in the cement industry, in an attempt to build a green, intelligent and beautiful future.

General Manager of China National Building Materials Group (CNBM) said in a speech that the group will keep adhering to its mission of “Better Materials Better World” and serve the industry and its clients with high-quality innovative achievements. The group will make this high-profile conference into a regular platform where global cement enterprises can meet and exchange with each other.

He hopes that CNBM could work together with its domestic and overseas counterparts to create a new chapter of green, low-carbon, digital and intelligent development of the global cement industry.

South African Ambassador to China Siyabonga Cyprian Cwele delivered a speech at the conference. He said that SINOMA International Engineering Co., Ltd. (SINOMA International) has played an active role in strengthening cooperation between China and South Africa since entering the South African market in 2006, highlighting the company’s professional expertise and excellent service. He also invited international businesses in the building materials industry to invest and develop in South Africa.

In his speech, Ethiopian Ambassador to China Tefera Derbew Yimam shared the characteristics and initiatives of Ethiopia’s cement industry and green development.

He said SINOMA International has promoted local cement production and created massive jobs when joining large-scale cement projects, acknowledging the company’s contribution to Ethiopia’s cement industry. He extended an invitation to all interested companies to invest in Ethiopia’s cement sector.

Chairman of SINOMA International Yin Zhisong, on behalf of the organizing committee, delivered a welcome speech at the opening ceremony of the conference, in which he shared his insights about how SINOMA International fulfilling commitments since the first summit.

He noted that SINOMA International treasures innovation, considers equipment crucial, regards the environment as its life, and values mutual trust as the source of every business relationship. The company aims to empower its global clients with world-class industrial intelligent technology and services, Yin added.

He said SINOMA International, following the corporate mission of “Promoting Green and Intelligent Development, Serving a Better World” will work to create a data-driven green and intelligent technology and service system, so as to promote the sustainable development of the global cement industry.

This conference also featured two sub-forums on “Green Low-Carbon” and “Digital Intelligence,” with a total of 29 invited reports and special technical lectures delivered in six sessions.

The Second SINOMA Cement Green & Intelligent Summit provided an important platform for enterprises in the global green and intelligent building materials industry to enhance communication, build trust, and strengthen cooperation.

The event will keep telling SINOMA stories to the world, showcase the new technologies and achievements of SINOMA International, and contribute to the high-end, intelligent, and green development of the global cement industry. It will work together with all relevant parties to build a community with a shared future for mankind, and write new chapters of development in “Green Intelligence Empowers Cooperation”.

Sinoma International Engineering Co. Ltd.,
Deng Jiexi
Email: dengjiexi@sinoma.com.cn 
Website: http://www.sinoma.com.cn/ 
Telephone: (010)64399322



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