Cultural and creative event Chill 11 debuts

HONG KONG, Nov 28, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is launching Chill 11 at Asia World-Expo (AWE) from 23 to 26 December. Sponsored by Create Hong Kong* of the HKSAR, the event brings together arts and culture, culinary delights and entertainment experiences, as well as brands and products, creating an extraordinary retail-entertainment experience for Hong Kong and Macao residents, as well as visitors from Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area peer cities to enjoy.

The HKTDC held the Chill 11 Media Day at Central Market today, offering media a first-hand experience of highlights. Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC, said: “Chill 11 is a brand-new attempt by HKTDC to engage friends in the GBA, including Hong Kong, Macao and nine cities in the mainland. We have recognised that both Hong Kong residents and visitors put increased emphasis on cultural experiences, rather than just shopping and having fun. Hong Kong has a lot of unique cultural characteristics, so we have positioned Chill 11 as a festival that combines arts and culture, culinary delights, shopping and entertainment, while incorporating various elements of Hong Kong’s distinct culture. In addition to the 150 exhibitors featured, Chill 11 also offers close to 70 performances, activities and workshops, bringing a spectacular cultural and creative Christmas to the general public.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC said the public is increasingly interested in experiencing local culture. Chill 11 combines arts and culture, culinary delights and entertainment experience, adding different Hong Kong cultural nuances to bring a spectacular cultural and creative Christmas to the public.

“We also hope that through the Chill 11, small and medium-sized local brands, cultural and creative products can reach out to the GBA market, showcasing Hong Kong’s creative prowess and cultural influence. We believe it will further facilitate exchanges between Hong Kong and Macao, and other cities in the GBA, and at the same time boost consumption and stimulate economy in the region,” Ms Chong said.

Chill 11 star-studded with performances and activities for all ages

Chill 11 offers a star-studded line-up of performances, featuring up-and-coming Chinese singers such as After Class (Gigi Yim, Chantel Yiu, Yumi Chung and Windy Zhan) from Stars Academy, Albert Chau and Ramon Lo of Midlife, Sing & Shine, the reigning star Jackson Wan Kwong and music band the SAALAU from Jiangmen, Guangdong and more. Gabriel Choy, a star chef working in restaurants in the GBA, will give a cooking demonstration.

About 30 workshops for children, young people and families will be offered, including a workshop making Hong Kong minibus signage with unique writing style of red and blue where participants can learn about the story and use their creativity to hand-make unique signage keychains.

Immersive art experience and photo ops with masterpieces of art and photography

The immersive art experience area features a corridor of East meets West, where award-winning works from the 2022 Sino-French Young Artists Competition Award (organised by the Chinese Western Culture Arts Association Limited) will be presented digitally, including Qin Chi-ho’s Tang Sanjue – Bring in the Wine and Ng Chun-hei’s Dear cat I miss you. The public can enjoy the poetic atmosphere within the virtual realm. Monet’s The Japanese Footbridge and Van Gogh’s Wheat Field with Cypresses will also be featured as animated paintings to illustrate the impressionist style of Western art and its interpretation of natural landscapes.

Walk through the Chill 11 East-West Cultural Corridor and enjoy an immersive art experience that blends new art and technology, including Qin Chi-ho's 'Tang Sanjue - Bring in the Wine' — Walk through the Chill 11 East-West Cultural Corridor and enjoy an immersive art experience that blends new art and technology, including Qin Chi-ho’s ‘Tang Sanjue – Bring in the Wine’

As the first young Chinese photographer to become global champion at the International Landscape Photographer of the Year, who just unveiled a remarkable collection of stamps featuring Hong Kong’s mountains and rivers, Kelvin Yuen will showcase his masterpieces including a huge backdrop of Hong Kong’s famous miscanthus hotspot, Sunset Peak. He will also share photography insights and tips with audiences. Jonas Chan, a famous cat photographer, will give a Street CATography workshop to teach attendees how to capture adorable moments of feline companions. The Photographic Salon Exhibitors Association will organise the Greater Bay Area Photography Exhibition showcasing the beauty of the 11 GBA cities with 60 photos.

Recently emerged star and young award-winning photographer Kelvin Yuen displays his award-winning works and photo albums.

Christmas programmes for both active and tranquil friends

Chill 11 also features a massive 32-metre-long inflatable entertainment facility Chill Castle and an impressive 8-metre tall, nearly four-storey sparkling Christmas tree where adults and children can unwind and enjoy the holiday spirit. Christmas is a time for gifts, decorations and dress-ups, and Chill 11 offers a series of workshops making Christmas lamps, Christmas bear keychains, Christmas wreaths, Christmas Cloisonne stockings and snow light boxes. Star make-up artist Will Orr who was once a Good Night Show judge will also stage a Christmas trendy make-up class to help people look stunning and festive for Christmas holiday.

Flavours of Hong Kong’s cultural and creative products

The trendy craft beer brand Hong Kong Whistle and Great Gourmets teamed up to brew a big-hit sauce-flavoured mocha craft beer for Chill 11, using maotai, beer ingredients, chocolate and coffee, which will be available for sale at the event. Hong Kong’s iconic milk tea has always been a standout, at Chill 11, Kamcha will invite participants to their workshop to learn the art of making the smoothest Hong Kong milk tea. In addition, famous chef Charmaine will curate a menu comprising sweet, sour, bitter, spicy and salty dishes under the theme Tastes of Life, and will join a number of traditional Chinese and Western food brands in serving culinary highlights at the Art Café adorned with captivating paintings.

Leading sunglasses brand Big Horn will bring a collection of sunglasses in collaboration with hero movie Justice League to Chill 11, including the Aquaman style for men and women. The shiny plastic frames resemble fish scales and the metal temples resemble Aquaman’s harpoon, bringing it to life. StephyDesignHK will present Hong Kong-themed hand-painted silky shawls, inspired by Hong Kong’s night scene, fishing villages and theme parks. The Central Market will also feature authentic Hong Kong brands, including TARTAN, Gingko House Eldershop, Good Bad Creative and Seon Hong Kong.

Christmas lucky bags and convenient transportation provided

Chill 11 tickets are priced at HK$30, with a HK$3 discount when purchased through ticketing partner AlipayHK and Alipay App. Children, full-time students and senior citizens aged 65 or above enjoy free admission. Package tickets are also available. Two adults can enjoy one-plus-one promotion (HK$30 in total); three adults can enjoy Chill-in-Three promotion (HK$40 in total); and four adults can enjoy a Chill Combo promotion (HK$50 in total). The first 1,000 attendees on 23 December will receive a complimentary lucky bag, and limited lucky bags will be given out every day thereafter, with gifts valued at more than HK$150. There will also be a grand lucky draw for every HK$200 spent at the venue, prizes include roundtrip flight tickets to Bangkok for two, five-star hotel accommodation, theme park vouchers, shopping mall spending, watches and travel suitcases.

Travel partners are offering affordable and convenient transportation options that provide excellent value. As part of this offering, the Airport Express has a special promotion where adults who present valid event tickets or proofs at the designated redemption counters in Hong Kong or Kowloon Station can purchase an AsiaWorld-Expo Same Day Return Ticket for the discounted price of HK$47, allowing them to travel to and from AsiaWorld-Expo Station. Additionally, children aged 3-11, using a valid Child Octopus card, can enjoy free rides on the Airport Express when traveling from Hong Kong, Kowloon, or Tsing Yi Station to AsiaWorld-Expo Station. Citybus has five free shuttle buses running from Tin Shui Wai, Tuen Mun, Tsuen Wan, Tung Chung and Tai Wai to the venue; while visitors travelling by car will have the third hour free of charge when using the nearby 11 Skies parking lot.

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Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
Phyllis Tsang, Tel: (852) 2584 4288, Email: phyllis.km.tsang@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

ASEAN Ceramic 2023 Opens with Record-Breaking Exhibitor Turnout and Appreciation Awards

HANOI, Vietnam, Nov 28, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 7th edition of ASEAN Ceramics exhibition commended today with a spectacular opening ceremony, bringing together prominent figures from the ceramics industry, government officials, and distinguished guests. Hosted at the International Centre for Exhibition (I.C.E.) in Hanoi, Vietnam, this 3-day event is set to be a groundbreaking experience with a record-breaking participation of over 200+ exhibiting brands and companies from 19 countries including four country pavilions representing Italy, China, Korea, and Vietnam as they present a unique variety of the latest ceramic technologies and materials during the exhibition. Covering a total exhibition space of 4,389 square meters, this represents a 150% increase in both exhibiting companies & brands and floor space compared to the previous edition.

The opening ceremony began with a warm welcome from Mr. Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of Messe München /MMI Asia, the exhibition’s organizer. He highlighted the significant role of the ASEAN Ceramics exhibition in fostering continuous development and advancement within the ceramics industry. Mr. Dinh Quang Huy, Chairman of Vietnam Building Ceramic Association and co-organizer of the event, extended greetings and expressed optimism that the exhibition would serve as a catalyst for connecting industry professionals, fostering knowledge exchange, and propelling the industry forward.

The Guest of Honour, Mr. Nguyen Van Sinh, Deputy Minister of Construction in Vietnam, endorsed the exhibition’s success and provided insights into the role of ceramics in the construction industry, emphasizing the importance of sustainable and cutting-edge technologies. Mr. Edy Suyanto, Chairman of Asaki – Ceramics Industry Club of ASEAN (CICA), conveyed the club’s enthusiasm and commitment to promoting collaboration and advancements in the ceramics sector within the ASEAN region.

Representatives from the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics (ACIMAC) extended their greetings, underlining the global significance of the ASEAN Ceramics exhibition.

The ASEAN Ceramics Appreciation Awards were a highlight of the ceremony, with trophies awarded to outstanding companies. The recipients included exhibitors such as Izawa, Heraues, Aekerola, Rockteam, Benh Mayer, VITIS, TQT, Neptune, KFA, Sacmi, System Ceramics and Adroit. Additionally, associations such as ACIMAC, CCPIT, KFA, VIBCA, TCS, and BCMEA were recognized for their consistent support and contributions.

The ceremony concluded with a symbolic ribbon-cutting, officially opening the exhibition, followed by a VIP tour, offering the distinguished guests an exclusive preview of the latest ceramic technologies and materials showcased by leading companies.

Don’t miss out on the largest-ever edition of ASEAN Ceramics 2023, the premier trade fair for Ceramics – Machinery, Technology, and Materials in Southeast Asia! Prepare for an immersive experience surrounded by the latest industry advancements, innovation showcases, and unparalleled networking opportunities over the three-day event. In addition to the exhibition, ASEAN Ceramics 2023 will feature a comprehensive program of accompanying activities creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and business growth – ASEAN Ceramics Conference, Buyer-Seller Meetings, Pre-event Factory Tours, Ceramic Manufacturer’s Pavilion, Job & Education Fair, Live Demo & Showcase and various Networking opportunities.

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 new 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 fair and conference management to government bodies, international trade and promotion organizations, and trade associations.

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.
Joey Ng – 65 9734 7946
Marketing Executive
joey@mmiasia.com.sg

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

Finance Minister and Minister of State for Electronics & IT Unveil the next chapter of India’s Technological transformation at DATE 2023

NEW DELHI, Nov 27, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – India’s newest & already being celebrated as the most impactful Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo (DATE) was inaugurated by the Honourable Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, and joined by Honourable MP Shri Tejasvi Surya, Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Maharaja of Mysore & Chairman of Cyberverse Foundation, a strategic partner of DATE, Maharaj Saheb Mandhatasinh Jadeja of Rajkot and Trescon’s Founder & Chairman Mr. Mohammed Saleem, Vice Chairman Mr. Mithun Shetty and Group CEO Mr. Naveen Bharadwaj.

Smt. Sitharaman spoke on various topics like financial inclusion, fintech opportunities, data aggregation, cyber safety, and noted “DATE stands as the need of the hour, offering Indian youth a vital platform for information, networking, and talent showcasing. The organizers’ understanding and collaboration with diverse partners have brought this expo to Delhi, ensuring two impactful days for those keen in this field. This event, a testament to India’s lead in nurturing young talent, beckons passionate individuals to benefit from its extensive networking opportunities.”.

Honourable Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, spoke about the expectations for India’s tech ecosystem and how in a short span of time the country has seen itself becoming the fastest growing digital economy. Speaking about AI and noting it as one of the three biggest inventions in recent time, Shri Chandrasekhar said ”While we envision AI to become a kinetic enabler and accelerant for our digital economy and innovation economy, safety and trust in these platforms remain paramount.”

Celebrating the success of DATE, Mr. Saleem said, “DATE Is Trescon’s commitment to host a global standard event that truly fosters a secure and inclusive digital environment in India. With 8,000+ registrations from across India including Government Officials, Founders, CEOs, CIOs and Investors, Tech leaders & Startup Founders, and 100+ exhibitors & partners showcasing innovation across various domains like artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, drones, data analytics, digital marketing, electric mobility, egaming, fintech, generative ai, hyper computing, IoT, metaverse, robotics, web3 and quantum computing, DATE’s outcome has been unprecedented and a talk of the nation”.

With 3 dynamic conference stages featuring 100+ speakers in thought-provoking panel discussions, tech talks, keynote presentations and engaging fireside chats, DATE’s inaugural edition’s success echoes a fervent demand for transformative technology.

A noteworthy session was the fireside chat on ‘Digital India: Accelerating Economic Growth and Sustainability’ between Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), Government of India, and Ranganath M.D., Chairman, Catamaran Ventures. During their captivating conversations, they provided great insights on what can be expected with India Stack 2.0, the different approaches of AI regulations, alternative energy and more.

A deviation from the controlled and scripted norm, the fireside chat on ‘Confessions of a Startup Founder’ between Swati Bhargava, Co-Founder, CashKaro and EarnKaro, and Reshma Budhia, Director & Co-Founder, Toss The Coin presented candid insights into the challenges and triumphs of their entrepreneurial journey providing valuable lessons, inspiring innovation and resilience in the startup sphere.

On social impact & innovation, Mr. Bharadwaj said “At DATE, in addition to sparking transformative business discussions, social impact, youth empowerment & real investments were prioritized as we launched the Women in Media Council (a consortium for global female media professionals to collaborate); Smart 1,000 (a partnership initiative between Trescon Foundation & Yuva Unstoppable to transform 1,000 schools in rural areas of India); Cyber Safe Girl (a security awareness book in its 6th version by Dr. Ananth Prabhu); Future of Tech (a book authored by a 14 year child prodigy Karthik Jakhar) and more. Regional pitch competitions for prestigious Fintech World Cup (finals during Dubai Fintech Summit 2024) & Startup World Cup (finals in San Francisco) were held. Multiple startups received investment commitments and 2 were publicly disclosed.”

Highlighting the impact of DATE, Shri Wadiyar said, “We extend our gratitude & sincere appreciation to Honourable Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, and Honourable Minister of State, Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar for gracing DATE with their presence and invaluable insights. We thank Trescon for launching such an impactful, inspiring and fun event in India. The success of the launch edition makes the industry even more eager for the next edition of DATE India which is expected to be held in September 2024”.

With robots on stage, attendees experience capture boards, cosplay competition and a live gaming competition featuring India’s most prominent international gamer Mavi and many such onsite activations, DATE gave attendees a fresh breath of air and truly stood out compared to regular run of the mill tech events.

Anticipation surges for what is in store for the next edition of DATE.

For more details, visit: www.datewithtech.com

DATE India is supported by:

Powered by BSV Blockchain Lead Sponsor: Demandify Media, Karix Platinum Sponsor: New Relic, Kaleyra, Builder.ai Gold Sponsor: KonfHub, BattleXo, B Live EV Store, Torsecure Cyber LLP Silver Sponsor: Truecaller Business, Haptik, Talkk.ai, Northern Arc, XLNC Academy Premium Bronze Sponsor: Toss The Coin Bronze Sponsor: GeoPITS, NeoSOFT, Infiflex, TeleCMI, Spine Korea, SimpleCRM, Zoho, Signzy, OneLogin,Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tally, Qodequay Technologies Mobility Partner: EVeium Smart Mobility Strategic Partner: Cyberverse Foundation Supporting Partners: STPI and FICCI Innovation Partner: DIFC Innovation Hub Entrepreneurship Partner: TiE Delhi-NCR Woman Empowerment Partner: WICCI MSME Development Partner: MSME Promotion Council Strategic Fintech Partner: MENA Fintech Association Energy Neutrality Partner: Tokere Association Partners: Federation of All India IT Association, Data Security Council of India, Federation of IT Associations of Gujarati, Goa Technology Association, Gujarat Electronics and Software Industries Association, ACIC Rise Association, Fintech Association of Japan, International Federation of Investors’ Association, Hashtagweb3.org, The London Institute of Banking and Finance, India Small Businesses & Franchise Association Ecosystem Partner: IVCA Association Official Media Partner: Press Trust of India Official Print Media Partner: Business Standard Online News Partner: Business Wire India Official Digital News Partner: TV9 Network

About Trescon

Trescon is a pioneering force in the global business events and services sector, driving the adoption of emerging technologies while promoting sustainability and inclusive leadership.

Our summits, expos, and conferences create real economic impact by connecting and empowering the key ecosystem of government organisations, regulators, enterprises, corporates and more. With the help of our 250+ employees across offices in 6 countries, several of our clients have quadrupled their leads, shortened sales cycles by half or less, entered markets three times faster, closed deals within unimaginable timelines and grown their businesses ultimately. For more information about Trescon visit: http://www.tresconglobal.com. 

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com

Innovation at the forefront at Business of IP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day

HONG KONG, Nov 26, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government are jointly organising the 13th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum). The 15th Entrepreneur Day (E-Day) will also be hosted by the HKTDC. These two events will be held concurrently from 7 to 8 December at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will hold the 13th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum) from 7 December to 8 December.

The mix of forums, exhibitions, competitions, workshops and business matching at these events provide start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) infinite opportunities to network, engage in dialogue and find ways to collaborate for success.

By utilising HKTDC’s exhibition and business matching services to find potential business partners or investors, the events promote IP commercialisation, facilitate industry-academia collaboration and showcase the advances in scientific research in Hong Kong.

HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Patrick Lau said, “The BIP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day are held concurrently to provide a holistic presentation of the journey from ideation and IP commercialisation to starting your business and scaling up. The two events have resumed as fully physical events this year, bringing together over 90 industry leaders and more than 350 exhibitors from IP, innovation and technology (I&T), start-ups and sustainability. The events promote cross-industry and cross-sector exchanges, driving business opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

He added: “By facilitating interactions and exchanges between local companies, global industry leaders and internationally renowned speakers, we aim to equip event participants with a deeper understanding in diverse areas, ranging from the latest in start-up trends and sustainable development to new IP applications and opportunities.”

Business of IP Asia Forum: Steering New Economic Growth

Themed “IP & Innovation: Steering New Economic Growth”, the Forum brings together IP industry players and business leaders from around the world to discuss the latest IP developments and explore collaboration opportunities.

Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC; Michael Wong, Deputy Financial Secretary, HKSAR; Dr Lu Pengqi, Deputy Commissioner, China National Intellectual Property Organization; and Daren Tang, Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), will deliver remarks at the opening session.

Algernon Yau, HKSAR Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, opens the Forum’s first session, the Policy Dialogue, with a welcome address. International IP policymakers discuss the importance of IP and innovation in stimulating worldwide economic growth in a conversation with Winnie Tam, Senior Counsel of Des Voeux Chambers. The speakers include Mr Tang; Rowel S. Barba, Chair of the Intellectual Property Rights Experts Group of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC); Santisouk Phounesavath, Chairman of the ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation; and Dr. M. Zeki Durak, President of the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office.

For the Plenary Session, Mayeul Dastugue, Legal Director of Global IP Enforcement of Christian Louboutin; Laurence Morel-Chevillet, IP and Brand Protection Director of Bulgari S.p.A; and Mayank Vaid, Intellectual Property Director of Asia Pacific & China (Civil) of Louis Vuitton, share their brand strategy successes in the new economic landscape and discuss how the use of technology can reinvent brands.

At the Global Tech Summit, global tech leaders, including Olivier Klein, Asia Pacific Chief Technologist of Amazon Web Services; Fred Sheu, National Technology Officer of Microsoft Hong Kong; and Dr Ginny Wong, Data Scientist of NVIDIA AI Technology Center Hong Kong, deep dive into the latest trends of generative AI applications and their impact on IP.

The ASEAN Session, organised by the ASEAN Secretariat and the HKSAR Intellectual Property Department in collaboration with WIPO, features IP representatives from government and business in ASEAN and Hong Kong as well as experts, licensing agents and international brand owners, including MCM Group, S2O Factory, B.Duck Semk, who share their insights on ways to maximise the value of trademarks in today’s rapidly changing global business environment.

The two-day forum also features talks on a variety of topics, including IP collaboration and competition in the biomedical Industry in the GBA, and IP and dispute resolution in the age of AI, digital trade, IP protection and more. Additionally, there will be presentations by companies showcasing their latest innovations.

The IP & Innovation Market returns under the theme of Clean Tech, showcasing over 30 innovative projects from tertiary institutions, R&D centres and start-ups focused on recycling, sustainable energy, green materials, waste management and more to strengthen IP commercialisation and facilitate collaboration.

Entrepreneur Day: Latest Trends in Innovation and Technology

With the theme Building Resilience, Boosting Collaboration, some 30 industry leaders from around the world share their insights on the latest developments and trends in the start-up ecosystem at E-Day.

Showcasing some 300 start-ups, projects and support services, the exhibition area offers an opportunity for networking and business matching. An Australian delegation, led by Investment NSW, participate in E-Day for the first time, showcasing nine start-ups in health tech, environmental protection tech and smart city.

The Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions Hong Kong, co-organised by The Hong Kong Exporters’ Association and Palexpo in Geneva and featuring over 110 innovations from Asia at E-Day, showcases global breakthrough inventions and technological solutions.

This year’s E-Day sees an increased participation of incubators from the GBA. The HKSAR Home and Youth Affairs Bureau invited 50 local start-ups under the Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to join the event. The scheme supports young entrepreneurs to establish their business in the GBA.

The seminars encompass four major series, including the Inspirational Masterclass Series, Emerging Trends for Tech and Innovation Series, Fuelling the Future Series and Market Exploration Series. On the first day, the conference will kick off with T-Chat featuring Serge Conesa, Founder and CEO of Swiss start-up Immersion4, which received the Most Innovative Use of ICT Award from the UN International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in 2019. At this seminar, he shares his entrepreneurial journey and explores the market potential of greentech in Europe and the Middle East.

At another session on the future of work on the second day, Daryl Lau, Sales Director of JobsDB Hong Kong; Leo Siu, Head of HRMS of Computer And Technologies Holdings Limited and Emrys Lam, Founder of HR Plus Limited, shed light on emerging trends reshaping the workplace and the ways in which these trends and new technologies influence talent acquisition and retention strategies.

On the same day, a seminar co-organised with GoGBA Business Support Centre in Futian features Zhang Yun, Minister of Vitality Promotion Department of the Futian District Investment Promotion and Enterprise Service Center in Shenzhen; and Chen Shan, President of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubation Base in Guangdong. They highlight the latest policies and support services for start-ups, while Aldous Ng, CEO of CU Coding Limited, and Simon Cheung, Associate Director of BIM Limited, share their journey of establishing a presence in the GBA.

Last year, the HKTDC launched Start-up Express: International Edition to attract international start-ups to operate in Hong Kong and expand their business in the region. Following last year’s inaugural success, the event returns during E-Day with the support of 15 global partners from around the world, stretching from Mainland China to the wider Asia-Pacific region and Australia to Europe and the USA. On the first day of E-Day, this year’s seven out of 10 global winners join us in person.

As part of Start-up Express, the HKTDC provides comprehensive support to the top 30 start-ups through the Start in Hong Kong Programme. The support encompasses marketing, technical, business setup and peer support as well as mentorship to assist start-ups in accessing the markets of Hong Kong and the wider GBA.

InnoClub, a one-stop platform jointly developed by the HKTDC and Hang Seng Bank, is organising the inaugural InnoClub Award Presentation Ceremony on the second day of E-Day to recognise the exceptional achievements of InnoClub members in I&T. The three winners then engage in conversation on their entrepreneurial journey, which is followed by a networking reception.

Exhibition and Forum Website
Business of IP Asia Forum website: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en/
Entrepreneur Day: https://www.hktdc.com/event/eday/en
Start-up Express International: https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-international

Media Registration

Media representatives can complete the following form by December 7(Thursday) and email to hktdc@hkstrategies.com for pre-registration to receive a confirmation email for browsing Exhibition and Forum Website.

Members of the media wishing to interview speakers should email interview requests and proposed questions to hktdc@hkstrategies.com by 28 November.

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Media enquiries
Please contact Hill & Knowlton:
Grace Chiu, Tel: (852) 6432 3549, Email: grace.chiu@hillandknowlton.com
Rachel Zhu, Tel: (852) 6816 5846, Email: rachel.zhu@hillandknowlton.com

HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Jane Cheung, Tel: (852) 2584 4137, Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org
Janet Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org

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AVAR 2023 in Dubai: Global Cyber Security Leaders Convene to Analyze the Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape

DUBAI, Nov 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – AVAR 2023, the 26th annual cybersecurity conference organized by AVAR, will be hosted in Dubai at the Hotel Grand Hyatt Dubai from November 28 to November 30, 2023. The conference is hosted in the Middle East for the first time and the United Arab Emirates has been chosen as the venue as it is a critical hub of economic activity, digital transformation, and cyber security initiatives, with expected Information and Communications Technology (ICT) expenditure of $23 billion in 2024 and a cyber security market of AED 1.8 billion. H.E Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, United Arab Emirates Government, will deliver the inaugural keynote address at the conference.

AVAR 2023 will include CISO Connect with sessions emphasizing CISO insight in addition to cyber threat research presentations, promoting knowledge sharing within and networking among cyber security decision makers and cyber threat researchers.

Commenting on the conference, Mr. Kesavardhanan J, the CEO of AVAR and the Founder & President of K7 Computing, said “AVAR 2023 is hosted at an unprecedented moment in human history, when the world is bracing for the impact of Artificial Intelligence that can seemingly rival the capabilities of humans in many domains, including the creation of cyber threats. Regional hostilities also involve cyberwarfare as a complement to conventional warfare, with nations developing both offensive and defensive cyber assets to ensure victory on digital battlegrounds. This environment presents unique challenges to cyber defenders, which is why AVAR 2023 has chosen ‘Secure Ecosystem: Strategic, Pragmatic, Futuristic’ as the theme around which the greatest minds in cyber security will analyze the cyber defense requirements of today and tomorrow. I look forward to meeting cyber security stakeholders from around the world at Dubai, and am excited at the progress in cyber protection that will materialize due to the collaboration that will arise from the interactions at AVAR 2023.”

His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, stressed that cybersecurity is an essential pillar for preserving our national achievements and protecting institutions and society against emerging threats.

Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti expressed his happiness at participating in AVAR 2023. He stressed the importance of developing offensive and defensive cybersecurity assets to ensure victory on digital battlefields, noting that the conference, which bears the theme “Secure Ecosystem: Strategic, Pragmatic, Futuristic” includes experts and specialists in the field of security. Cyber security will enable us to develop tailored visions that analyze future cyber defense requirements and achieve cyber security for all.

He stressed the urgency of strengthening international cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, and exchanging experiences and knowledge between countries, to enhance global cybersecurity.

AVAR’s conferences are renowned for the expertise of the speakers and the breadth and depth of knowledge shared. AVAR 2023 will feature 50+ speakers, 42+ presentations, and 3 panel discussions. Conference keynote speakers include Lt. Colonel. Dr. Hamad Khalifa Al Nuaimi, Head of Telecommunication, Infrastructure Dept. ICT Center, Abu Dhabi Police GHQ; and Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem, Cybersecurity & AI Expert, Government of Abu Dhabi.

The Middle East is implementing transformative digital initiatives and CISOs are formulating and implementing innovative cyber security strategies to protect business operations. AVAR 2023 will recognize the contributions of exceptional cyber security leaders from the region by presenting awards to CISOs in the Startup, Midsize Organization, and Enterprise categories.

AVAR 2023 is supported by organizations that ensure the safety and stability of the digital world. The conference is sponsored by AV-Comparatives, Cisco Talos, the Cyber Threat Alliance, ReasonLabs, SE Labs, Aramco, Kaspersky, K7 Security, and ThreatBook.

Delegates can register for the conference at https://aavar.org/cybersecurity-conference/index.php/registration/

About AVAR

AVAR (the Association of anti Virus Asia Researchers) was formed in June 1998 with a mission to prevent the spread of malware and the damage caused by it. AVAR aims to do this by developing cooperative relationships among cyber threat experts in Asia. AVAR is an independent and non-profit organization which focuses on the Asia Pacific region and consists of prominent experts from 17 territories including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, UK, and the USA.

About the Cyber Security Council

The Cyber Security Council embodies the forward-looking vision of the wise leadership and the UAE proactive approach in dealing with various challenges posed by the accelerating digital technologies through specialized and effective entities which are able to provide digital protection to advanced infrastructure, and ensure business continuity and the regular provision of services in all economic, educational, health and social fields.

The Council is mandated with drafting and proposing legislation, policies and standards to enhance cyber security for all targeted sectors in the country, presenting them to the Council of Ministers for approval and following up their implementation in coordination with the concerned authorities, in addition to preparing, developing and updating the UAE’s national cyber security strategy and an integrated national response plan.

The Council implements a 5-pillar strategy: 1) building capacity, making policies, enhancing governance, building personal capabilities, programs, curricula and universities, and building technical capabilities with strategic partners; 2) utilizing these capabilities to protect and defend; 3) raising awareness and spreading the culture of cybersecurity; 4) responding to cyber incidents; and 5) cooperation at all levels, starting with GCC countries, Arab countries up to all countries of the world, in accordance with the UN resolutions concerning digital security incident response centres and teams.

Logistics flagship event ALMAC 2023 concludes

HONG KONG, Nov 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The annual flagship event in the logistics, maritime, aviation and supply chain industry, the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2023, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully after two fruitful days. This year, near 80 experts and industry leaders in shipping, air transport, logistics and supply chains participated in 20 thematic forums, sharing insights on hot topics in the industry. The conference attracted over 2,000 participants from 36 countries and regions, providing a platform for discussing industry trends and exploring business opportunities.

The Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2023, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully today, attracting over 2,000 physical participants from 36 countries and regions

Digital future: shaping the new landscape of supply chains

This year’s conference theme was Future-proofing Supply Chains: Diversification. Decarbonisation. Digitalisation. Industry giants led discussions on the challenges and potential of global supply chains, as well as how companies could effectively drive business growth and promote sustainable development through supply chain transformation and innovation in the current economic environment. Digital transformation emerged as the optimal strategy to consolidate Hong Kong’s position as a logistics hub and to optimise supply chains for enterprises.

Gladis Araujo, Former Global Supply Chain Strategy Vice President of at Mattel Inc and Business Partner & Chief Supply Chain Officer at Prodensa Group noted that the pandemic has brought challenges and opportunities as well as technology progress and visibility. “The only way to move forward is to innovate and to take business to the next level. It is essential to work on creating a resilient and agile supply chain, in which we have a truly competitive advantage in our business, where the foundation is ESG and sustainability. And using technology as an enabler, or as a tool to make this thing happen, in an ecosystem that should be human-centred, in which I see that the new role of the game is collaboration.”

The road to zero carbon: building green supply chains

Global corporate development has irreversibly embarked on a decarbonisation path. Industry representatives delved into the impact of impending carbon taxes and other environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) measures, as well as how the 3D approach – decarbonisation, digitalisation and decentralisation – could bring businesses sustained development opportunities. David Benattar, Sustainability Lead, The Warehouse Group Limited, expressed his view that the first challenge was to create a culture of sustainability. Transformation is probably one of the biggest challenges and the opportunities that could fully transition organisations. “The efficient way to create a culture was to do things that touch you very personal. Think about what type of activities will result again in that mindset of sustainability transformation. It’s a work that you have to do every day, like going to the gym and even building a muscle that you need to build in the organisation.”

David Benattar, Sustainability Lead, The Warehouse Group Limited (left)

Diversified logistics development fosters regional connectivity

With the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) coming into full effect in June, coupled with collaborations such as railway transportation and multimodal connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), regional interconnectivity has been strengthened, enabling the logistics industry to diversify its development and mitigate risks.

Thomas Kowitzki, Vice President, Global Head of China Rail at DHL Global Forwarding, said the Belt and Road Initiative had transformed logistics chains between Asia and Europe. During the pandemic years, rail freight was the sole viable solution. The Middle Corridor (through Turkey) had potential. It was not a matter of a fast, flexible alternative. “It’s more about connecting as well as the Central Asian countries. You see the push from China towards Central Asia and the Middle Corridor routing is addressing its markets.”

Logtech Salon showcases innovative applications of logistics technology

During ALMAC, close to 100 exhibitors showcased cutting-edge logistics and supply chain solutions from across the world. The inaugural Logtech Salon displayed robots, AI and data systems tailored for the industry, allowing participants to explore developments and applications in the field of innovation and technology.

This year, three workshops debuted, focusing on ESG, E-commerce and Youth Empowerment giving industry professionals from different sectors the latest and most practical information.

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ALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/

Media Enquiries
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HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org

About HKTDC

Indian Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate DATE in New Delhi

NEW DELHI, Nov 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – India’s ascent to a global innovation epicenter is a testament of government initiatives such as AatmaNirbhar Bharat and ‘Make in India’, encouraging and driving the nation’s digital transformation. India’s digital landscape and swift adoption of groundbreaking, next-generation solutions are fundamentally reshaping its economic landscape.

Celebrating this burgeoning ecosystem, the inaugural DATE (Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo) is bringing together India’s most influential and innovative technology leaders, start-ups, investors, enterprise decision makers and policy makers, on 23rd and 24thNovember 2023 at the iconic Yashobhoomi (IICC Dwarka) in New Delhi.

Shri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Chairperson of Cyberverse Foundation, a Strategic Partner of DATE, expressed, “With the support & participation of government leaders & policy makers like Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Shri Tejasvi Surya and more, DATE plays a pivotal role in fostering government-industry relations, propelling India towards a digitally empowered future.”

Mohammed Saleem, Founder and Chairman of Trescon, added, “DATE signifies our dedication to catalyze India’s digital revolution. Uniting over 3000+ innovators and enthusiasts, 500+ investors, 100+ exhibitors and partners to listen to 100+ experts and policymakers, DATE encapsulates the core of India’s tech ambitions, steering India towards unparalleled economic progress, fostering a thriving ecosystem where technology meets opportunity.”

Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, while sharing his excitement about the event said, “DATE comes at a critical juncture when Indian GDP has surpassed $4 trillion and its thriving tech landscape is attracting global leaders to play a central role in India’s digital transformation journey. The presence and support of several government & private sector leaders who have personally spearheaded several nationally appealing initiatives marks the inaugural DATE as India’s most impactful B2B tech expo that will grow YOY.”

Amongst the notable names speaking at the event:

– Shri Abhishek Singh, MD & CEO, Digital India Corporation (DIC), President & CEO, NeGD, CEO, Karamyogi Bharat, Government of India
– Shri Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), Government of India
– Shri Kamal Bali, President & Managing Director, Volvo Group in India; Chairman, Confederation of Indian Industry (Cll) – South India, Chairman, Swedish Chamber of Commerce India (SCCI)
– Sanjiv Bajaj, Joint Chairman and Managing Director, Bajaj Capital

DATE is organised by Trescon in collaboration with partners like Cyberverse Foundation, Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Software Technology Park of India (STPI), Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), and other government and non-government organisations.

Initiatives like the regional finale of prestigious FinTech World Cup and Startup World Cup are a part of DATE, with the winners standing a chance to secure substantial funding and coveted global spots.

Join us in shaping a new chapter in India’s digital transformation journey. For further details, visit the official website: www.datewithtech.com.

The Digital Acceleration and Transformation Expo is supported by:

Powered by BSV Blockchain
Lead Sponsor: Demandify Media, Karix
Platinum Sponsor: New Relic, Kaleyra, Builder.ai
Gold Sponsor: KonfHub, BattleXo, B Live EV Store, Torsecure Cyber LLP
Silver Sponsor: Truecaller Business, Haptik, Talkk.ai, Northern Arc, XLNC Academy
Premium Bronze Sponsor: Toss The Coin
Bronze Sponsor: GeoPITS, NeoSOFT, Infiflex, TeleCMI, Spine Korea, SimpleCRM,Zoho, Signzy, OneLogin, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tally, Qodequay Technologies
Mobility Partner: EVeium Smart Mobility
Strategic Partner: Cyberverse Foundation
Supporting Partners: STPI and FICCI
Innovation Partner: DIFC Innovation Hub
Entrepreneurship Partner: TiE Delhi-NCR
Woman Empowerment Partner: WICCI
MSME Development Partner: MSME Promotion Council
Strategic Fintech Partner: MENA Fintech Association
Energy Neutrality Partner: Tokere
Association Partners: Federation of All India IT Association, Data Security Council of India, Federation of IT Associations of Gujarati, Goa Technology Association, Gujarat Electronics and Software Industries Association, ACIC Rise Association, Fintech Association of Japan, International Federation of Investors’ Association, Hashtagweb3.org, The London Institute of Banking and Finance, India Small Businesses & Franchise Association
Ecosystem Partner: IVCA Association
Official Media Partner: Press Trust of India
Official Print Media Partner: Business Standard
Online News Partner: Business Wire India
Official Digital News Partner: TV9 Network

For further details about the announcement, please contact:
Nupur Aswani
Head – Media, PR and Corporate Communications, Trescon
+91 95559 15156 | media@tresconglobal.com

13th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference opens

HONG KONG, Nov 21, 2023 – The 13th edition of the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2023, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), commenced today (21 November) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

In her welcoming remarks, Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), stated, “With collaboration the lynchpin of the success of the logistics, maritime and aviation industries, all sectors of society must come together to address supply chain vulnerabilities”

This annual gathering for the logistics, maritime and aviation sectors attracts industry professionals from around the world. Themed Future-proofing Supply Chains: Diversification – Decarbonisation – Digitalisation, the conference draws nearly 70 speakers to share their insights in 20 forums, fostering exchange and discussion on industry developments. Fu Xuyin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Transport of the People’s Republic of China delivered the Keynote Address in person, and Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government Paul Chan was the Guest of Honour and delivered Opening Remarks.

Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, delivered the opening address

Welcoming participants, Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “With collaboration the lynchpin of the success of the logistics, maritime and aviation industries, all sectors of society must come together to address supply chain vulnerabilities. Industry players, supply chain management service providers and shippers from all over the world once again gather in Hong Kong for this annual event, underlining the city’s status as a key logistics, maritime and aviation hub. ALMAC highlights the myriad of opportunities arising from increased regional connectivity, with a focus on the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) as well as the development of railways connecting China to Europe. In light of the importance of greener, more sustainable supply chains today, industry leaders will discuss the opportunities and challenges that come with reducing emissions across supply chains as well as the circular economy. We also have sessions on how you can better integrate sustainability into your business operations.”

The Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2023, jointly organised by the HKTDC and the HKSAR Government, commenced today (21 November) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and will run until tomorrow

In his speech, Mr Chan, the Financial Secretary, mentioned: “There will be more business with the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), Middle East and indeed the Belt and Road countries. In other words, the demand for logistics, maritime and aviation services with and within this region will rise rapidly. The trade figures published by China and economies in these regions have demonstrated such a clear trend. And Hong Kong will remain committed to our super-connector role and be a platform providing high value-added logistics, maritime, aviation, financial and risk management services. We will continue to be a steadfast supporter of free trade and multilateralism, advocating for the reduction in trade barriers, and the free flow of goods and services, people and capital.”

Reshaping global supply chains: accelerating diversification

Supply chains are essential for trade and business development. In recent years, global geopolitical factors, freight supply imbalances, surging transportation costs and labour shortages have challenged the industry, highlighting the need to establish people-centric, innovation-driven, collaborative and sustainable supply chains executed in real time. RCEP has created the world’s largest free trade area, contributing to the consolidation and strengthening of regional industrial supply chains.

Prominent industry leaders, including Gladis Araujo, Former Global Supply Chain Strategy Vice President of at Mattel Inc and Business Partner & Chief Supply Chain Officer at Prodensa Group, and Phil Showering, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Ghassan Aboud Group and Chief Executive Officer at Gallega Global Logistics, discussed global supply chain challenges and potential under the theme Driving Global Economic Growth through Supply Chain Transformation. During the session, Mr Showering said: “Pandemic has pushed all the industry stakeholders to change and prioritise collaboration for the first time. Work with all kinds of suppliers and ports to develop new trade lines, as well as with government entities, and with countries. We can facilitate collaboration through electronic trade, breaking down new barriers.”

As global trade evolves, supply chains continue to diversify, prompting businesses to actively recalibrate and decentralise supply chain networks. Adeline Franger Chouraqui, CEO, CMA CGM Greater China; Thomas Kowitzki, Vice President, Global Head of China Rail, DHL Global Forwarding and Semyon Pak, Managing Director for International Business and Member of the Management Board, Kazpost JSC, shared insights at the Power Dialogue session Spotlight on Asia: Reshaping the Global Supply Chains. They explored cooperation in areas such as RCEP, the GBA, railway transportation and multimodal transportation, emphasising the need to strengthen regional connectivity.

Digital transformation fortifies Hong Kong’s shipping, aviation hub status

The Policy Address by HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee last month presented several recommendations to consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international shipping centre and aviation hub. These included establishing a smart port to strengthen competitiveness by setting up a port community system to facilitate the flow and sharing of data among operators and other stakeholders in shipping, ports and logistics.

International technology company representatives, including Andrés de León, Chief Executive Officer, HyperloopTT; Rachelle Woodsford, Global Head of Strategic Customers, Dronamics; Kyongsoo Noh, Chief Operating Officer, Seadronix Corp; and Nathan Zeng, CFA, Senior Director of Global Technology Services, Hai Robotics, discussed revolutionary solutions and cutting-edge technologies driving the modernisation of logistics and intelligent supply chains.

Challenges and opportunities of green transformation

As the International Maritime Organization, under the United Nations, set the net-zero target for carbon emissions from international shipping at 2050, green business has become an irreversible trend. Peter Hui, Vice Chairman, Textile Council and Willy Lin, Chairman, Hong Kong Shippers’ Council, will delve into implications of impending carbon taxes and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) measures during tomorrow’s SCM & Logistics Forum.

Shippers – including industries from various sectors in apparel, sports, electronics and e-commerce – join this year to gain insight into innovative logistics solutions. At tomorrow’s Shippers’ Forum – themed E-commerce Logistics and Fulfillment – Lai Tze Siung, Chief Logistics Officer, Pomelo Fashion, Ma Wei, General Manager of JD Logistics Hong Kong Express Business and Mao Lingke, General Manager of Air Freight Department, Cainiao Global Supply Chain, will present best practices on e-commerce logistics and fulfillment, covering such areas as warehouse optimisation, last-mile delivery, supply chain traceability and visibility, to empower businesses to streamline operations and stay competitive in the e-commerce landscape.

Facilitating business networking is a key focus point for the HKTDC and is an important aspect of this event, enabling collaboration and mutual success across various industries. The exhibition segment is also a conference highlight as nearly 100 exhibitors showcase cutting-edge logistics and supply chain solutions from around the world. The inaugural Logtech Salon will display robots, artificial intelligence systems and data systems tailored for the industry, giving insiders valuable insights into developments and applications of innovative technology in the field.

ALMAC: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/
ALMAC programme: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/programme
ALMAC speaker list: https://almac.hktdc.com/conference/almac/en/speaker

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Media Enquiries
Please contact Raconteur Limited:
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HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org

About HKTDC

DesignInspire exhibition promotes Hong Kong’s creativity

HONG KONG, Nov 21, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Japan had a taste of Hong Kong designers’ work last month through the 10-day DesignInspire exhibition Design Through Heritage, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), with Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR)* as the Lead Sponsor, which concluded on 29 October. The exhibition showcased 24 works from 17 design groups, bringing Hong Kong’s creativity to Tokyo and further promoting the development of Hong Kong’s cultural and creative industry. The exhibition has returned to Hong Kong and goes on to display at Times Square in Hong Kong from 16 to 30 November.

DesignInspire - Design Through Heritage exhibition went on to display in October at Omotesando in Tokyo, attracting numerous Japanese art enthusiasts to appreciate and understand Hong Kong's cultural and creative history — DesignInspire – Design Through Heritage exhibition went on to display in October at Omotesando in Tokyo, attracting numerous Japanese art enthusiasts to appreciate and understand Hong Kong’s cultural and creative history

DesignInspire continues to showcase innovative ideas and creativity through online and offline channels this year. DesignInspire – Design Through Heritage is divided into three main themes: Cityscape of Hong Kong, (Re)Industrialisation and Traditional and Future Crafts. The 24 Design Through Heritage artworks were inspired by the urban experiences of Hong Kong. Hong Kong designers portray the past, present and future of Hong Kong through innovative expressions and historical craftsmanship.

Zansyu is an ongoing cultural research and type design project inspired by Hong Kong Beiwei calligraphy

Works showcased at Tokyo’s style hub Omotesando

Hong Kong-based curator Fan Lok Yi introduces the series Rediscovering the Sandpit. The series uses objects, images and text materials related to 20th-century playscapes to form an open research space. Through these research materials, viewers can add their own insights and stories by connecting Hong Kong’s play spaces to the broader context of international design history and expand public imagination about the city’s future.

Hong Kong-based curator Fan Lok Yi introduces the series Rediscovering the Sandpit, viewers can add their own insights and stories by connecting Hong Kong's play spaces to the broader context of international design history and expand public imagination about the city's future — Hong Kong-based curator Fan Lok Yi introduces the series Rediscovering the Sandpit, viewers can add their own insights and stories by connecting Hong Kong’s play spaces to the broader context of international design history and expand public imagination about the city’s future

A Photographic Essay Hong Kong Reminiscence: Document of Hong Kong’s Old Stores was designed by Chan Hei Shing from Hei Shing Book Design. The book is divided into four chapters: Clothing, Food, Accommodation and Transportation, showcasing the information of 25 old stores in Hong Kong from author Hiuman Lam’s in-person visits. The volume introduces Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage and displays traditional craftsmanship and culture. The book focuses on stirring the public’s memory and connecting it with the beauty of the city’s intangible cultural heritage.

Since 2017, founders of @streetsignhk, Kevin Mak and Ken Fung have explored ways to sustain Hong Kong’s signboard culture, promoting signboard-streetscape as urban cultural heritage by exploring in-depth signboard stories of Hong Kong and the city’s building regulations. In their series, graphic neon-light elements from the recycled signboards that once shone on Hong Kong’s streets are collaged into a new neon art. The display is dedicated to exploring and continuing the possibilities of neon sign craftsmanship, design and urban culture through design in practice.

A Study on Hong Kong Beiwei Calligraphy & Type Design, published by Adonian Chan, documented eight years of his research into Hong Kong Beiwei calligraphy and the Zansyu design type, which are both preservation of culture and a reflection on how heritage can inspire designs today.

Allan Fan and Poe Cheung from Studio Nous, a Hong Kong multidisciplinary design studio, introduce Radiant Eateries: Hong Kong Restaurant Neon Sign Drawings. This book incorporates four additional fluorescent inks to achieve distinctive day and night visual effects, guiding readers to appreciate and re-examine 1950s-to-1970s neon sign artworks from two perspectives – day and night.

Creative artwork showcasing in Times Square

DesignInspire – Design Through Heritage is a creative exhibition where members of the public can slow their pace to enjoy the exhibition amid the bustling city. It provides an opportunity for people to redefine Hong Kong’s traditional culture from different perspectives.

The exhibition is running at Times Square from 16 November, showcasing the artworks of 10 out of the 17 design groups that participated in the Tokyo stop to promote Hong Kong’s culture and creativity. It will also be featured at Chill11, which is sponsored by CreateHK, at AsiaWorld-Expo next month, showcasing the artworks of 13 design groups. We cordially invite the public to join and experience the cultural characteristics and creativity of Hong Kong presented by the designers. The DesignInspire – Design Through Heritage exhibition at Times Square runs until 30 November and is open to the public free of charge.

Event details:
DesignInspire – Design Through Heritage
Date: 16 – 30 November 2023
Time: 10:00am to 10:00pm
Venue: Hong Kong Times Square
Admission: Free of charge

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Websites

DesignInspire: https://designinspire.hktdc.com/en/

Media enquiries

Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Kelly Shek, Tel: (852) 2584 4537, Email: kelly.yt.shek@hktdc.org
Snowy Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4525, Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.org

About HKTDC

About Create Hong Kong

Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in June 2009 to spearhead the development of creative industries in Hong Kong. From 1 July 2022 onwards, it is under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital.

*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Create Hong Kong, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.

Digital Transformation Summit India Announces The Top 100 Digital Leaders In India

MUMBAI, INDIA, Nov 20, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Digital Transformation Summit, India, a premier event at the forefront of technological innovation, is thrilled to unveil DT 100, a prestigious initiative that recognises the remarkable achievements of technology leaders in India.

Organized by Exito Media Concepts, DT 100 aims to honour individuals who have made exceptional contributions to advancing technology in the region.

Representing a diverse array of sectors, each leader has displayed exceptional prowess in leveraging technology to drive transformative changes within their respective domains, playing a crucial role in shaping the digital landscape of India.

The DT 100 felicitation will take place at the Digital Transformation Summit in Mumbai on the 6th of December. The event promises to be a gathering of industry leaders, tech visionaries, and innovators from across the country, providing a platform for networking and knowledge exchange.

As we eagerly anticipate the Digital Transformation Summit, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 100 leaders who are paving the way for a digitally empowered future.

Here is the esteemed DT 100 list:

Haryyaksha Ghosh – Chief Data Officer, Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd.
Swapnil Rajepawar – IT & Digital Pro. Head ,SACG Capsules Pvt. Ltd.
Swapnil Rajepawar – Head of Analytics, Aditya Birla Health Insurance Company Limited
Dinesh Agrawalla – Chief Technology Officer, Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund (ABSLMF)
Kamalesh Tripathi – Head IT Infrastructure, Ageas Federal Life Insurance
Ramkrishna Shivchandra Mishra – Head – IT Applications, Ageas Federal Life Insurance Company Ltd
G Radhakrishna Pillai – Chief Information Officer, Agilus Diagnostics Ltd
Bijender Kumar M – Sr. General Manager & Chief Information Security Officer, Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Mohanachandran – Head-IT,Maharashtra, Apollo Hospitals
Sarfaraz Miller – Head – Information Technology, Apparel Group India Pvt. Ltd.
Shabbir Badra – Vice President Information Technology, Apraava Energy
Bhushan Deshpande – Chief Information Officer, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India
Balram Choudhary – CISO, ASK Investment managers ltd
Saumil Purani – Vice President Information Technology, Axis Bank
Subodh Rane – Senior Vice President of Technology, Axis Bank
Rajneesh Srivastava – Vice President – Information Technology, Axis Bank.
Milind Korgaonkar – Chief Information Officer & Chief Digital Officer ,Bajaj Electricals Ltd.
Sanjay Kumar Tripathi – Head of Information Technology, Bestseller India
Bhaskar Rao – Chief Information Security Officer, Bharat Co-operative Bank (Mumbai) Limited
Parag Jain – CIO-Head of CIB Global Banking and Shared Services Transversal IT, BNP Paribas
Pankaj Srivastava – Head – IT, Brookfield Renewable
Allauddin Mohamad – Global Head – Information Technology, Camlin Fine Sciences
Vishal Bhatia – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Canara Bank
Kamal Sharma – Senior Director, Carrier Technologies India Limited
Prateek Shirod – Head IT & Digital, CEAT Tyres Limited
Dr. Jitendra Panchal – Sr. Vice President – Technology, Central Depository Services (India) Limited
Boman Nakra – Chief Information Officer, Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
Rajnish Gurchale – Head IT – Applications, D’Decor Exports Pvt Ltd
Suresh Nadar – Group CIO, Dr. Batras Group of Companies
Shreevar Narayan – Chief Technology Officer, ecofy
Deepa Duraisamy – Vice President, Head – Data, Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance
Kamlesh Jain – Global CIO, EPL Limited
Subhash Shelke – Corporate CIO – Head of SAP & Applications, Essar Group
Sivakumar Nandipati – Chief Digital Officer, Fedbank Financial Services Ltd
Tejas Maniar – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Fino Payments Bank Ltd
Ashok Tiwari – Chief Information Officer, Finolex Cables Ltd
Johnson David – Chief Technology Officer, Foodlink F&B Holdings India Pvt. Ltd
Vikram P Arora – Chief Information Officer, Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited
Vinay Morje – Vice President – Head of Digital Transformation, Grasim Industries Limited | Pulp & Fibre
Dilip Lakkireddy – Head IT Infrastructure & Information Security, Green Ply Industries Limited.
Nagraj Rao – Director Of Information Technology, Hatwari Automation LLP
Tejasvi Addagada – Senior Vice President, Head- Enterprise Data Management, Data Office, HDFC Bank
Ayan De – Head – Enterprise Technology, HDFC Life
John Rajesh P – Head – Digital Applications Technology, ICICI Prudential AMC Ltd
Sankaranarayanan Raghavan – Chief Technology and Data Officer, IndiaFirst Life
Prasad Patkar – Head Of Information Security, IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited
Meheriar Patel – Group Chief Information Officer, Jeena & Company
Krushna Sahoo – Director of Information Technology, JM Financial Services Ltd.
Manish Kumar Singh – Regional IT Director – Janssen AsPAC Supply Chain, Johnson & Johnson
G.Venkateshwaran – Vice President – IT & Digital Solutions, Jsw Steel Limited, Mumbai
Gaurav Kushwaha – Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO), Jubilant Ingrevia Limited
Melwyn Rebeiro – Director-Head IT GRC,Regional CISO & DPO, Julius Baer
Saugata Basu – Group Chief Digital and Information Officer, Kalpataru Group
Pradipta Patro – Head IT & GCISO, KEC International Limited (An RPG Group Company)
Rahul Kumar Verma – Associate Director of Information Technology, Kenvue
Srinivasan Raman – Chief Information Officer, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital
Suhail Siddiqui – Head – IT Corporate Functions, L&T Finance
Mathur Vadadoriya – Chief Technology Officer, LKP Securities Ltd
Dilip Mishra – Senior Vice President, ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd.
Mayuresh Purandare – Head IT – Infrastructure & Security, Marico Industries Private Limited
Anand Pratap Tomar – Chief Information Officer (CIO), McDonalds India (HRPL)
Rajgopal Nayak – Chief Technology Officer, Metro Brands Limited
Dr.Rajendran N – Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd
Lalit Wadhwani – Chief Information Officer, Mumbai Newsbox Pvt. Ltd.
Vijayraj Bhosale – Head IT & CISO, National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd.
Arpanarghya Saha – Chief Digital Officer, Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd
Narendra Addagatla – AVP- IT Infrastructure, Nirmal Bang
Satyajit Mozar – Chief Information Officer, OmniActive Health Technologies Limited
Sudip Mazumder – Global Chief Digital & Information Officer, PGP Glass Pvt. Ltd
Dhaval V Pandya – Corporate Chief Information Officer (CIO), Piramal Enterprises Limited
Sumit Garg – Global CIO – Piramal Pharma Solutions, Piramal Pharma
Tejas Shah – Head IT Infra/ Apps, Prince Pipes and Fittings Ltd
Rupesh Nirgude – Chief Information and Digital Officer, Prism Johnson Limited
Jitesh Save – General Manager – IT, Raj Petro Specialities Pvt. Ltd
Dr. Amrut Urkude – Chief Information Officer, Reliance Polyester Limited
Joji Joseph – Asst Vice President – Information Technology, Reliance Power
Kiran Komatla – Group CTO, Restaurant Brands Asia
Rajkumar Ayyella – Chief Information Officer, RPG Group(KEC International Limited)
Linumon Thomas – Digital Leader, Sanofi
Sourabh Surendranath – Chief Digital Officer, SBI Securities
Durgesh Mankar – AVP & CISO – Sodexo SVC India Pvt. Ltd.
Dharmvir Kumar Singh – Chief Information Officer, Spandana Sphoorty Financial Limited
Rupendra Kumar Nigam – VP – IT ( Head IT), Spykar Lifestyles Pvt. Ltd.
Rasvinder Singh Nagpal – Lead -IT Infrastructure & Networks, SUMITOMO CHEMICAL INDIA LTD.
Milind Khamkar – Group CIO, Super Max
Sudheer Muvva – Chief Technology Officer, Suryoday Small Finance Bank Ltd
Deepak Sakpal – Associate Vice President – IT, Sushil Financial Services Private Limited
Sunil Kumar – CTO & Head – T&A, The Great Eastern Shipping Co. Ltd
Sunil Nair – Vice President IT, The Phoenix Mills Ltd
Tanushree Sarkar – IT Director, Thermo Fisher Scientific
Kumaresan M. – Head Of Information Technology, Unichem Laboratories Limited
Rajnish Khare – Chief Digital Officer, Union Bank of India
Govind Joshi – Chief Information Officer, USV PRIVATE LIMITED
Vishwas Mhatre – Head of Information Technology, Vinati Organics Limited
Nisha Dulhani – VP – Big Data and Advanced Analytics, Vodafone Idea LTD
Pankaj Singh – Global CIO, VVF India Limited
Dr. Ravi Sharma PhD – Head of Information Technology, Wanbury Limited
Pankaj Srivastava – Director of IT, Wellington School
Atul Srivastava – Chief Information Officer, Welspun Group
Vijay Kumar – Chief Technology Officer, Xanadu Reality Limited.

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