SMEStreet Decoding Budget 2023 Webinar Showcased Key Takeaways for MSMEs in Union Budget 2023-24

Delhi, India, Feb 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – SMEStreet Decoding Budget 2023 webinar was successfully conducted and participated by MSME finance experts. The Decoding Budget is an 9-year-old activity of SMEStreet. after every Union Budget announcement, SMEStreet reaches out to MSMEs and Industry Experts and explains the Union Budget from the perspective of MSMEs.

This year, the activity was concluded on 15th Feb 2023, with a Webinar – SMEStreet Decoding Budget 2023. The webinar was also presented with the support from Ministry of MSME, Govt of India. Organized by SMEStreet Foundation – MSME-focused Section-8 Organization with an objective to contribute in MSMEs' Development through Knowledge Sharing and Networking.

The participants of this year's Decoding Budget activity included Shri S Ravi, Ex-Chairman BSE and Director of Ravi Rajan & Co., Shri Ajay Thakur, CEO, BSE-SME, CA Deepak Maheshwari, Co-Founder JindigiLive , Shri Sandeep Mohindroo, Managing Director M1XChange and Ms Suhani Gambhir, Chief Customer Success, Presence360. The Panel expressed their observations on this year's Union Budget with a positive transformative objective and called it an all-rounder budget with a long-term vision for India's Economic growth. Dr. Faiz Askari, Founder and Cheif Editor of SMEStreet and Secretary General of SMEStreet Foundation (https://smestreet.in/smestreet-foundation/) moderated the event and presented SMEStreet's entire Union Budget activity which was started in November end 2022 as a pre-budget recommendation, Budget expectations to Post Budget Analysis and a Quick Post Union Budget Survey for understanding key takeaways for MSMEs.

The Union Budget 2023-24 was presented by Honourable Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1st 2023 at the Central Hall of Lok Sabha is considered to be a visionary Amrit Kaal Budget. This document gave a great direction to the vision of building India's global leadership in years to come. This Budget was also designed and aligned with the Goal Setting of India's Leadership under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision for India.

From the target chase of 5 Trillion Dollar economy to India's G 20 Presidency, the Budget 2023 envisioned a clear roadmap for India's growth and has several takeaways for MSMEs of the country.

The MSME sector continues to be at the forefront of policymaking towards India's economic growth. Well, commonly referred to as the backbone of the economy, we at SMEStreet consider MSMEs as the face of the Indian economy.

The Panel Discussion

In the Panel discussion, Shri S Ravi, Ex-Chairman BSE and Director of Ravi Rajan & Co., mentioned that this year's UNION Budget is designed keeping in mind some long term growth. "This Budget bought clarity towards achiving India's economic growth and global leadership in years to come. UNion Budget 2023's INfratsructure focus illustrated INdia's commitment towards overall and holistic growth," says Shri S Ravi.

Shri Ajay Thakur, CEO, BSE-SME who has sent his message to SMEStreet have mentioned that through this Budget The hon'ble Finance MInisiter indicated that the Budget 2023 will give a great boost to MSMEs who wish to grow to next levels.

CA Deepak Maheshwari, Co-Founder JindigiLive, stated his perspective on key takeaways for Indian Startups. Mr Maheshwari commented, "Role of Startups are becoming extremely relevant and dynamic in today's economic growth. Ease of Doing Business has also become very important aspect for policymaker since last few years. This year's Budget gave great impetus on this aspect as well."

Discussing the issue of Delayed Payment faced by MSMEs, Shri Sandeep Mohindroo, Managing Director M1XChange said, "Delayed Payments are one of the major hurdle for MSMEs' growth. A lot of efforts are made to tackle this problem. This year's Union Budget gave more clarity on Govt's commitment towards solving this problem of delayed payment for MSMEs. However, focus towards digital payments adoption in this Budget document motivates small businesses to further utilise the advantages of digital payments."

Ms Suhani Gambhir, Chief Customer Success, Presence360 highlighted the role of technology in bringing much needed positive transformation for MSMEs. Ms Suhani highlighted the importance of digital technologies for MSMEs, specially in achieving manpower efficiency. She also emphasized about Presence360.

Dr Faiz Askari, Founder and Chief Editor of SMEStreet and Secretary General of SMEStreet Foundation presented SMEStreet's activity highlights on Union Budget 2023 and mentioned, "We reached out to MSMEs across verticals and geography and tried to understand their expectations from the Union Budget 2023-24. And A post Budget activity we again approached MSMEs and tried to understand their key takeaways from the Budget. This entire activity lasted for over three months with major portion going into the pre budget action. With this Decoding Budget 2023 Webinar we aim to further strengthen our commitment towards strengthenking the MSME Voice at the policydoor step. We are thankful to the distinguished panelists who were part of the activity and shared their expert opinions on the Budget 2023 with the perspective of MSMEs."

SMEStreet Budget 2023 Activity

The entire Union Budget 2023-24 activity was anchored on SMEStreet.in/tag/Union-Budget-2023. The Hashtag #BudgetWithSMEStreet also went actively discussed on Social Media.

The Key highlights of SMEStreet Post Budget 2023 Survey on MSMEs' Takeaways from the Union Bduegt 2023-24 are as follows:
1. Credit Guarantee Enhancement Corporation: A new institution has been proposed to provide credit guarantee for MSMEs and enhance their access to credit.
2. Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS 3.0): The government has extended the ECLGS scheme to cover MSMEs affected by the second wave of COVID-19.
3. E-Market Linkage for MSMEs: The government has proposed to set up an e-market linkage for MSMEs to enable them to reach a wider market and increase their sales.
4. MSME facilitation centers: The government has proposed to set up MSME facilitation centers across the country to provide end-to-end support to MSMEs.
5. Technology Upgradation: The government has proposed to allocate funds for technology upgradation and modernization of MSMEs.

The Webinar was broadcasted also on Youtube: SMEStreet ViewPoint Channel (www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZmUHKNb1dI&feature=youtu.be).

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Infocus International: Interactive Energy Storage Virtual Workshop is Back by Popular Demand

Singapore, Feb 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – A new date for Energy Storage virtual workshop has been announced by Infocus International Group and it will commence live on 12 December 2022 and 13 March 2023.

Energy storage differs from other energy technologies in the breadth and complexity of its addressable market and revenue opportunities. This training course provides a comprehensive, business-focused analysis of these opportunities, allowing attendees to analyse, understand and segment them. While naturally focusing on battery storage, we also cover the variety of competing storage technologies and describe the wide variety of problems energy storage seeks to solve, at a wide range of deployment sizes and timescales, including key issues around practical project delivery.

Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of why and where storage markets are growing, what could limit this growth and what the future trends will be. So, if you are thinking of investing in or developing an energy storage business case, this course provides your essential grounding in the core issues.

One of our past attendees from Tuas Power Generation shared that, "The course has been informative, very practical and covers a wide range of energy storage technology. It is a good introduction to ESS."

Another past attendee from the Department of Energy also shared that, "This was an excellent course. I will without a doubt recommend it to anyone interested in the interplay between energy storage systems, electricity networks and energy markets, policies, procurement and regulations. Trainer's knowledge and group interaction makes the course not only highly informative, but also engaging and fun as we learn how to successfully transition to more environmentally sustainable energy systems."

Gain a business-focused assessment of energy storage opportunities, competing solutions and project delivery essentials by signing up at www.infocusinternational.com/energystorage-online.

Course Sessions

1. Battery storage
2. Utility-scale applications for power system optimisation
3. Decentralization (energy storage at the network edge)
4. Long-duration and alternative storage solutions

Benefits of Attending

– Gain a clear understanding of energy storage market opportunities & deployment considerations
– A core focus on batteries, including clear explanations of the technologies and performance considerations (in language accessible to non-technical people)
– Discuss the key project delivery issues for battery storage projects
– Review up-to-date examples from around the world and the lessons from them
– Understand the competitive playing field and the economic variables that impact energy storage business cases
– Stay ahead of trends and emerging solutions, including growth opportunities for longer-duration storage solutions

Want to learn more?

Simply email esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to obtain your FREE COPY of the event brochure. For more information, please visit www.infocusinternational.com/energystorage-online.

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services for diverse business communities. We recognises clients' needs and responds with innovative and result oriented programmes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level of quality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For more information: www.infocusinternational.com

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Trescon Celebrates its Illustrious 7th Year in the Emerging-tech Events Sector

BENGALURU, INDIA, Feb 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Trescon prides itself on its unwavering commitment to excellence in events, partnerships, and teamwork. This focus on achieving greatness has allowed Trescon to achieve numerous milestones and create unique, innovative events for its select audience each year. Over time, Trescon has evolved from a company that conceptualizes events to a formidable industry presence. Currently, Trescon produces 100+ events annually across 10+ countries in partnership with major organizations and government institutions worldwide. The organization is now synonymous with several global flagship events, including World AI Show, World Blockchain Summit, World Cloud Show, and World FinTech Show.

As with previous years, Trescon continues to lead the charge for change and embraces evolution as the cornerstone of its success. Through a commitment to staying ahead of industry trends and a deep understanding of its audience's evolving needs, Trescon has solidified its position as a leader in its field. This year, Trescon has partnered with the Dubai government to present an unparalleled FinTech event, Dubai FinTech Summit, alongside other ground-breaking events. With this strategic collaboration, Trescon is poised to deliver an exceptional experience that will leave attendees with a newfound appreciation for the possibilities that lie ahead in the world of finance and technology.

"We are thrilled to celebrate the 7th year of our journey," said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman of Trescon. "Over the past seven years, we have built a reputation for creating high-quality, impactful events that enable our attendees to connect, learn, and grow. We couldn't have achieved this success without the support of our advisors, clients, partners, and team members, and we are grateful for their dedication and commitment."

As the company celebrates its latest anniversary, here's a look back at some of the milestones they've achieved:
– This year the group has on boarded a fresh new perspective with a change in leadership. Trescon welcomed Naveen Bharadwaj as its new group CEO to conceptualize and launch new business lines.
– Growth of the team with the inclusion of 150+ new members.
– Collaboration with top industry players such as Deloitte, Alibaba Cloud, Intel, Amazon, Google Cloud, Visa, Binance and others.
– World FinTech Show providing a platform for companies to form partnerships and revolutionize the FinTech industry.
– Playing a key role in strengthening Turkey-India trade relations through the IIFF (India International Furniture Fair) event.
– Introduction of Dubai FinTech Summit under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohamed Al Maktoum Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Finance.
– Diversification into emerging tech fields such as blockchain, fintech, metaverse, AI, data and cybersecurity.
– Digital Acceleration Transformation Expo (DATE) to be the first-ever event to define 7 top tech innovations in an elaborated manner.

"Trescon's focus has always been on delivering value to their event attendees. From thought-provoking keynote speakers to interactive panel discussions, they strive to create an environment where their attendees can connect, learn, and grow. We look forward to collaborating with them to continue to deliver high-quality events in the years to come," added Mithun Shetty, Vice Chairman, Trescon.

What's ahead for Trescon:
– Vision 2025 (TV25) Trescon's Vision2025 (TV25) aims to revolutionize the company's events strategy, and exploring new business opportunities. Through TV25, Trescon plans to grow its brand, penetrate new markets, and establish alternate revenue streams. This ambitious vision challenges the traditional events mind-set and focuses on evolving the company's overall approach to achieve long-term success.
– To support the 2025 growth strategy, Trescon will be announcing a new advisory board of members, known as the Trescon Advisory Board (TAB), shortly. TAB will comprise of prominent industry leaders, and experts who will provide valuable insights and feedback to Trescon's management team, helping Trescon stay ahead of industry trends, enhance its service offerings, and maintain its competitive edge.
– Trescon is expanding its market presence in Saudi Arabia, Europe, and North America. The company's expansion strategy is focused on delivering high-quality services to a broader audience and achieving its goal of becoming a leading business events and consulting firm.
– Trescon recently made an investment in Demandify, a B2B Demand Generation and Media company. The investment will enable Trescon to leverage Demandify's expertise in generating leads and enhancing its media presence. Trescon aims to scale this investment and work closely with Demandify to provide its customers with effective marketing solutions.

With Vision 2025 underway and a new outlook, Trescon is truly a force to reckon with in the business events industry. This year, the company is determined to set an even higher benchmark, serving as a model for others to follow. The future is certainly shining bright for Trescon.

A note to Trescon's advisors:

On this special occasion, Trescon takes the opportunity to express its sincere gratitude to its advisors who have played a crucial role in the company's journey. The team of advisors have been instrumental in guiding the company's strategic decisions and shaping its vision for the future. They have shared their extensive knowledge and experience in various domains, which have helped the organization reach where it is today.

As Trescon celebrates its 7th anniversary, the company reaffirms its commitment to providing innovative and unique offerings. With the support of its advisors, Trescon is confident that it will continue to exceed its customers' expectations and reach new heights in the years to come.

About Trescon

Trescon is the world's fastest-growing business-to-business events, training, marketing and consulting company primarily focused on the adoption of sustainability, inclusive leadership and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, metaverse, cloud, fintech, data analytics and cybersecurity.

Our summits, conferences, and expos create real economic impact by connecting and empowering the key ecosystem of government organizations, regulators, policymakers, private sector companies, solution providers, startups, investors, accelerators, advisors, consultants, associations, academia and more.

Thought leadership, knowledge exchange, brand positioning, business expansion, market penetration, lead generation, finding solutions & services, capital raising, capacity building, training and networking are among the key objectives of our stakeholders.

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.
Whether you are an organization or an individual, Trescon has something to offer you.

For media enquiries, contact:
Nupur Aswani,
Head – Media, PR & Corporate Communications,
Trescon
media@tresconglobal.com |+91 9555915156

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Jewellery twin shows burnish Hong Kong image

HONG KONG, Feb 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) has removed restrictions on travel between Hong Kong and Mainland China and lifted vaccination requirements for overseas visitors to the city. The moves will boost global trade between Hong Kong, Mainland China and the world at large. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has been actively promoting the territory's advantages through different channels and exhibitions. The 39th Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 9th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the HKTDC, will be staged at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 1-5 March 2023, as a launch pad for a new round of trade fairs to help Hong Kong companies capture global business opportunities.

Sophia Chong (centre), HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, Lawrence Ma (L), Chairman, HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show Fair Organising Committee, and Winston Chow, Chairman, HKTDC Jewellery Advisory Committee, attended today's (16 February) press conference to introduce the twin jewellery shows.

Winners and guests at today's prize presentation ceremony for the 24th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition

Artist Tiffany Lau and other models present stunning jewellery pieces.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "We are happy to see positive feedback from international and mainland business communities on the relaxation of the pandemic prevention policies in Hong Kong. We observed a gradual return of overseas and mainland participants in exhibitions and conference held in January. This year, the twin jewellery shows are attracting more than 2,300 exhibitors from 34 countries and regions, with half of them from overseas. The fairs will draw 100 buying missions with more than 10,000 non-local buyers from 70 countries and regions, showing significant increase in both non-local exhibitors and buyers compared to last year. We believe the exhibition industry and international trade will benefit directly from full relaxation of quarantine measures later this year."

The HKTDC will focus on two key aspects – markets and sectors – to promote Hong Kong as a business hub and help trade regain momentum. The HKTDC will focus on promoting Hong Kong as the preeminent two-way bridge between the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN); between Asia and the world. Apart from GBA, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) countries, traditional and emerging markets remain our regional focus for promotion. Apart from facilitating trade and exports of various industry sectors, the HKTDC will also reinforce Hong Kong's leading role in innovation & technology, health & wellness and sustainability.

Hong Kong fine jewellery exports rally

After the pandemic brought a 20% decline in 2020, Hong Kong's fine jewellery exports benefited significantly from relaxed quarantine measures. The value of Hong Kong's fine jewellery exports last year rose 18% to HK$71.4 billion (US$9.1 billion), as compared to 2019. While there was a 40% growth in Hong Kong's jewellery sales to ASEAN markets, the exports to the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Australia and Taiwan also showed an encouraging increase.

Group pavilions include Mainland China, Japan, Korea and Germany

The twin shows will feature 20 group pavilions including those from Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, India, Turkiye, Israel, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, the United States and others. A number of jewellery associations will return to the fairs and show support, such as the Asia Pacific Creator Association, International Coloured Gems Association, Tanzanite Foundation, and the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association which organises T-GOLD+METS pavilion with Italian Exhibition Group and many more. The overwhelming response proves Hong Kong is an attractive platform for international companies.

Highlighted zones present exquisite jewellery

The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will feature 17 zones. Amongst all, the Hall of Fame will gather 18 jewellery brands, including Hong Kong's ASIAN STAR, Spain's CARRERA Y CARRERA, Italy's Oriental Jewels and Thailand's Key Gems; Hall of Extraordinary will showcase masterpieces from about 60 exhibitors, such as Dehres, United Jewelry, On Tung Company, and Continental Diamond from Hong Kong, Switzerland's Thomas Faerber SA, DIACRAFT Inc from the US, Germany's Heinz Mayer, and Italy's Crivelli s.r.l.; Designer Galleria will feature precious pieces from 25 jewellery designers from across the world. Participating designer brands include Green G, Starlite Jewellery and CULTURED from Hong Kong, Korea's Gina Fine Jewelry Creator, Taiwan's Dian-Ta Design Studio and more.

The Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show consists of three product zones, including Hall of Fine Diamond, Treasures of Nature and Treasures of Ocean showcasing premium quality diamonds, gemstones and pearls.

Over 20 inspiring events help businesses stay up-to-date

The twin jewellery shows will organise over 20 seminars and events covering various topics such as Bling Up Your Business with Blockchain & NFT, Hong Kong Jewellery Industry Shines over the World, THE JEWELLERY TRENDBOOK 2024+ 'From Consumer Culture to New Market Opportunities', Jewellery Enamelling: The Techniques, Introduction of 'Dealers in Precious Metals and Stones' Registration Regime, Ammolite – A 71 Million-Year Natural Treasure only from Alberta, Canada, Achieving SDG of Jewellery Testing and Certification Industry through Innovative Integration of Industry, Education, Research and Application. These seminars and events will allow industry players to stay up-to-date and explore further business opportunities. There will also be various networking events and jewellery parades during the shows. In addition, the winning pieces of the 24th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition will be displayed during the fair period.

The shows will run under the EXHIBITION+ physical-online hybrid model, which includes HKTDC-organised physical fairs, the smart business-matching platform Click2Match, online-to-offline seminars under the Intelligence Hub and the hktdc.com sourcing platform. This extends face-to-face interactions from physical exhibitions to an online, smart business-matching platform to help enterprises proactively connect with business partners. The Click2Match platform for the two fairs will be accessible from 1-12 March 2023, letting exhibitors and buyers continue conducting business discussions online after the physical shows.

Websites:
– Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en
– Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en
– Interesting Products: https://bit.ly/3K8Xwgt
– Activity List: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/intelligence-hub
– HKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en
– Photo download: https://bit.ly/3lHyKtw

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

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Janet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org
Frankie Leung, Tel: +852 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org

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inter airport Southeast Asia 2023 returns in March; exhibition completely sold out after four-year hiatus

Singapore, Feb 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – RX Singapore today announced that inter airport Southeast Asia (IASEA) 2023, the seventh edition of Asia's premier airport exhibition and conference, returns after a four-year hiatus. Taking place from 1 to 3 March at the Marina Bay Sands, IASEA 2023 will set the stage as the first large-scale airport exhibition in Southeast Asia, a completely sold-out exhibition space featuring 150 of some of the world's leading airport suppliers from 29 countries. Exhibitors will showcase transformative airport equipment, technology, design, and services that are crucial in helping build, operate, and maintain smarter and more efficient airports attuned to fast-changing customer demands and expectations in a new era of air travel.

IASEA 2023 Exhibition

The exhibition will include 3 pavilions featuring airport innovations from Germany, Italy and Singapore, of which Italy and Singapore Pavilions are new addition to IASEA. The German pavilion alone will bring 23 companies to IASEA – a 27 percent increase in German participation compared to the previous edition of the event held in 2019. The Singapore pavilion, led by the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) or AAIS will showcase some made-in-Singapore airport innovation solutions, from training to robotics, fuel management solutions and more. The Italy pavilion will be led by Air Tech Italy.

"The Asia Pacific region includes some of the world's busiest airports and the highest number of known airport construction projects. Set against the backdrop of Singapore's status as the global air hub, we felt that inter airport Southeast Asia returns at an opportune time for us to showcase some of the best German's innovation," said Christoph Oftring, Vice President from GATE. "This year's strong German presence underscores the interest German companies have in this region and the confidence of IASEA to deliver the right audience for us."

Some of the prominent exhibitors at IASEA 2023 include ADB Safegate, Avionics Airfield Lighting, Bliss-Fox by Panus, CW Aero Services, Groupe ADP, Honeywell International, ITW GSE, JBT AeroTech, TLD Asia Limited, Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment, and many more.

Professionals in the airport, airlines, regulatory bodies, aviation authorities and all other airport-related industry leaders, will get unlimited access to the wide-array of airport solutions at the exhibition and discover new sustainable offerings.

IASEA 2023 Conference: Reconditioning for Asia's Long-haul Growth

As the Asia-Pacific aviation industry is expected to see faster recovery fuelled by China's reopening, the "Spotlight on China" session fronted by Ma Yin, Vice President of Beijing Daxing International Airport will feature the world's largest airport project – Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) which is estimated to have a construction budget of US$11.5 billion. A game-changer, PKX will increase passenger capacity to 100 million passengers annually, transforming Beijing into the centre of global aviation.

With the theme, "Reconditioning for Asia's Long-haul Growth", IASEA Conference will also cover the following hot topics:
– An Asia Pacific Outlook Trends and Forecasts of the APAC Industry based on exclusive statistics and analysis by Piyush Chawla, Managing Director APAC, Cirium, an industry leader in aviation analytics;
– Global perspective by Jean Roche, Head of International Engineering Services, ADP International;
– The Technology Advantage: Identifying and implementing suitable technology to improve airport sustainability by Ng Kuan Luen – Director, Ventures, Changi Airports International;
– The use of data analytics for better airport planning – a sharing session by Piyush Chawla, Managing Director APAC and Pang Yee Huat, Solutions Consultant of Cirium. An Exclusive Aviation Data and Insights Report will be made available to all delegates;
– Kansai International Airport (KIX): Revamping to meet the needs of inbound tourism by Ben Dawson, Principal of Populous;
– The Big List Updated: Airport projects in Asia Pacific and related opportunities by Brendan Sobie of Sobie Aviation;

Other panels include:
– Recovering from the Pandemic: Opportunities within the airport ecosystem as traffic in APAC returns & growth resumes
– Future Terminals: What will it look like & what are the opportunities for suppliers?
– Rising Southeast Asia: Airports with Big Ambitions
– Transforming the Passenger Experience: At the forefront of innovation
– Back to Basics: Getting Ahead of the Surge
– Spotlight on the Environment: Sustainability, carbon net zero & eco-airports
– Spotlight on India: Massive airport development underway

In essence, the IASEA Conference will offer an overall outlook of the APAC aviation industry, addressing necessary challenges, underlining opportunities, and revealing exclusive statistics/data/trends by leading analysts and consultants, to ultimately allow strategic, sustainable reassessments & safeguards, as industry landscapes evolve.

The IASEA Conference is complimentary for all attendees, enabling industry professionals of all sectors to be benefited with new insights and capitalise on the growing market opportunities in this region.

Other key airport executives who will be sharing their expertise and views include:
– LATCHIDA APAPHANT, Executive Vice President (Corporate Strategy), Airports of Thailand PLC.
– MOHD NADZIRUDDIN MOHD BASRI, Chief Executive Officer, Aviation Services (AVS), Malaysia Airlines
– ANURAG SHANDILYA, Head of Operations, Noida International Airport
– JOSEPH SWEET, Aviation Business Leader | Australasia, ARUP
– TIM ALDEBURGH, Technical Director, Project Management Consultancy & Advisory, WSP
– PRABIN BHATTARAI, UAV Expert, Flight Safety Standard Department, Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal
– RICHARD TAN, Regional Manager Operations, Safety and Security, APAC, International Air Transport Association (IATA)
– SAMEER SAKSENA, Industry Consultant
– RAGHU SEELAMONTHULA, Strategy & Marketing, Airports & Tower Solutions, Airports Business, Honeywell

"Passenger travel has been on the rise. At Noida International Airport, which is second Airport in the Catchment of Delhi, the Capital city of India, it is our priority to enhance passenger experience when they travel through our airports. Many things have evolved with the pandemic. We are now refining our offerings such as contactless touchpoints and other digital solutions to create a safe environment for our passengers and partners. We are also bringing in elements for greater flexibility to ensure an efficient process. I am looking forward to exchange ideas and best practices with industry leaders in redefining the airport experience and advancing the airport of the future," said Anurag Shandilya, Head of Airport Operations, Noida International Airport, India.

IASEA will be held on 1-3 March at the Marina Bay Sands. For more information, click here.

Members of the media are encouraged to register for their press badge here, and also to get relevant updates leading up to the event.

About inter airport Southeast Asia:

inter airport Southeast Asia (IASEA) is Asia's Premier airport exhibition and covers all areas of airport-related technology, equipment and services, in one place. Established in 1997, IASEA brings the entire airport value chain together and gives industry professionals across the airport sector an unrivalled access to Asia's most influential Airport Executives, development projects in Asia and Asian airport industry insights. This is where the airport industry gathers and soar with Asia. For more information, visit www.interairport-southeastasia.com.

For media queries or interview interest, please reach out to:
TEAM LEWIS
Email: IASEAsg@teamlewis.com
Kang Jia Rui: +65 9451 4873
Geneva Pichay: +65 9648 4254

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Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd and Messe München join hands in a long-term partnership to organize the Singapore International Water Week

MMI Asia Pte. Ltd. awarded a 10-year agreement to organize the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) Water Expo
Partnership introduces Messe München’s IFAT to Southeast Asia through SIWW which will propel its growth to a new level
Preparations are already underway for the new partnership, commencing from SIWW2024 which will take place from 18 to 22 June 2024

Singapore, Feb 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd (SIPL) and Messe München’s wholly owned subsidiary in Singapore, MMI Asia Pte. Ltd. (MMI Asia), have announced a long-term, 10- year agreement to organize the SingaporeInternational Water Week (SIWW) Water Expo, one of the global premier water events.A cornerstone of SIWW, theWater Expo is the pre-eminent marketplace for the latest urban water technologies, innovation, and solutions formunicipal and industrial water users in Asia. Under this 10-year agreement from 2023 to 2032, MMI Asia will organizefive editions of the SIWW Water Expo and support SIPL in developing high-quality and impactful content at the show,tapping into the significant influence of the world’s largest and leading environmental technology platform IFAT.

SIPL’s Managing Director, Ryan Yuen, shakes hands with Stefan Rummel, Managing Director of the CEO dual leadership, Messe München, to signify the joining of hands in a long-term partnership for the Singapore International Water Week

SIWW2022 Water Expo, the first large-scale in-person event to take place in Singapore since the COVID-19 pandemic, featured 250 exhibitors, including 13 country/ regional and thematic pavilions

At SIWW2022, key topics such as climate mitigation and adaptation, resource circularity, net zero and decarbonisation were discussed to spur innovation and share sustainable solutions and best practices

SIPL’s Managing Director, Ryan Yuen said: “We are pleased to partner with Messe München who brings a unique value proposition that complements our long-term vision for SIWW. Through the IFAT global network, we look forwardto reaching a wider international audience, creating more business opportunities, and showcasing innovative watersolutions and products to water agencies and the industry. MMI Asia will also work with us to expand SIWW into newgrowth areas, such as coastal protection, decarbonization and digitalization, to fortify our position as a leading global event on water innovation and climate action.”

International business is a driving force for Messe München. For years, the company has been successfullyexpanding its portfolio around strong leading trade fairs worldwide. “As part of our strategic orientation, we are alsocontinuously expanding the company in Singapore and developing our event formats further. The new cooperationwith SIWW represents an important milestone in this strategy,” said Stefan Rummel Managing Director of the CEO dual leadership. “Our subsidiary MMI Asia with its local presence in Singapore plays an important role in drivingMesse München’s internationalization course in Southeast Asia, which the latest success proves.”

In addition to organizing the SIWW Water Expo, MMI Asia and its partner, MP Singapore, will also be providing event management services for SIWW Spotlight 2023 and SIWW2024 to deliver a seamless delegate experiencefor the two events.

Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia, explained: “We are delighted to have the opportunity towork together with SIPL on the Singapore International Water Week, an event that has an enormous influencebeyond Southeast Asia. It complements perfectly Messe München’s expertise and know-how in this vital sector for Singapore and the rest of the region. We are committed to providing a first-class experience for the industry andtogether with the power of IFAT bring extra value to the key topics facing the region today.”

Katharina Schlegel, Exhibition Director IFAT and bauma shows, elaborated: “This cooperation is another significant part in the global IFAT network, which will now be represented through SIWW in the increasingly important regionof Southeast Asia. As the gateway to Southeast Asia, Singapore and SIWW will complement our four IFAT tradefairs in China, such as IE expo China. I am convinced that there will be immense synergy effects here for the Asianregion, but the IFAT network in general will also benefit from this in the short and medium term.”

Preparations for SIWW Spotlight 2023 and SIWW2024 are already underway. Applications for exhibition space at the SIWW2024 Water Expo will open soon. Companies who are keen to exhibit are encouraged to contact MMI Asia early.

Singapore International Water Week

Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) is a global premier platform to share and co- create innovative watersolutions to meet urban water challenges. As one of the leading global water events, the biennial SIWW delivers arange of flagship programmes and platforms that gathers stakeholders from governments, utilities, academia, andindustry to share best practices and solutions, showcase the latest technologies and harness businessopportunities. The 10th Singapore International Water Week will be held from 18 to 22 June 2024.

To find out more:

Visit our website at www.siww.com.sg

Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd

Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd is a company set up by PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency and Singapore’s Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, as part of the strategic programme of the SingaporeGovernment to grow the water industry and develop water technologies.

IFAT worldwide

Messe München not only demonstrates its considerable expertise in organizing environmental technology tradeshows with the world’s leading trade fair IFAT Munich. Other international events include IE expo China in Shanghai, IE expo Chengdu in Chengdu, IE expo Guangzhou in Guangzhou, IE expo Shenzhen in Shenzhen, IFAT Africa inJohannesburg, IFAT Eurasia in Istanbul, IFAT India in Mumbai, and IFAT Delhi in New Delhi. Together, the eight IFATevents form the world’s leading network for environmental technologies.

Messe München

Messe München is one of the leading exhibition organizers worldwide with more than 50 of its own trade shows forcapital goods, consumer goods and new technologies. Every year, a total of over 50,000 exhibitors and around threemillion visitors take part in more than 200 events at the exhibition center in Munich, at the ICM – InternationalesCongress Center München, the Conference Center Nord and the MOC Veranstaltungscenter München as well asabroad. Together with its subsidiary companies, Messe München organizes trade shows in China, India, Brazil,South Africa and Turkey. With a network of associated companies in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America as wellas around 70 representations abroad for over 100 countries, Messe München has a global presence.

For more information please contact:

Fulvia Wong
Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd
Email: info@siww.com.sg

Michael Wilton
MMI Asia
Email: Michael.wilton@mmiasia.com.sg

Exhibition Contact
Yan Wang
MMI Asia
Email: Yan.wang@mmiasia.com.sg

#WBSDubai to Create Global Business Opportunities for Web3 Innovators

DUBAI, Feb 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – After its incredible success in hosting five international editions in 2022, World Blockchain Summit returns to Dubai on 20-21 March 2023 at Atlantis, The Palm. The show's stellar agenda spread across two days, brings together more than 70 industry pioneers as speakers, over 50 projects showcasing their innovative offerings, and 2,000 global web3 community members and investors to network, collaborate, and drive the web3 ecosystem forward.

Dubai has piloted several ground-breaking blockchain projects, exploring innovative use cases across various disparate sectors, from transportation and health to municipal services and education. World Blockchain Summit is a platform for networking, thought leadership, and deal flow for the web 3.0 community, with a curated agenda addressing current market trends and challenges.

The event includes:
– An exhibition floor for showcasing innovative projects.
– A deal flow space for investors.
– Networking opportunities with industry leaders and innovators.

"Web3 has all the potential to be a global solution for many pressing issues, including breaking the cycle of poverty for many families, empowering women, and improving the life chances of displaced people. But to achieve this, we know we must continue to invest in crypto and Web3 education for everyone, just like we did in 2022," said Helen Hai, Executive VP and Head of Binance, who will be speaking at the summit.

Speakers include:
– Sunny Lu, Co-founder, and CEO, of Vechain
– Dennis Jarvis, CEO, Bitcoin.com
– Helen Hai, Executive VP of Binance and Head of Binance
– Robby Yung, CEO, Animoca Brands and Partner, Animoca Capital
– Max Kordek, CEO and Co-Founder, Lisk
– Alex Zinder, Global Head, Ledger Enterprise
– Dina Sam'an, Co-Founder and Managing Director, CoinMENA
– Alexander Chehade, Executive Director and General Manager, Binance FZE, to name a few

Mohammed Saleem – Founding Chairman of World Blockchain Summit states, "Dubai has positioned itself perfectly as one of the world's most crypto and blockchain-friendly destinations. We are excited to bring WBS back to Dubai this March as we host some of the world's leading experts to share their insights and showcase the latest innovations in the space."

Co-Founder and CEO Alexander Anastasi-Dow at Web3Management says, "We are thrilled to be a Gold Sponsor of the World Blockchain Summit Dubai and to have the opportunity for our Co-Founder and COO James Blunden to give a keynote speech regarding the importance of community development and management in today's market. We are looking forward to connecting with market leaders and the global community."

About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)

World Blockchain Summit (WBS) is a part of Trescon, a rapidly growing company that organizes emerging tech events. It aims to support the growth of web 3.0 globally. The management team has over 20 years of experience managing successful conferences, expos, and summits. Additionally, WBS works with web 3.0 industry leaders and innovators as advisors to ensure alignment with current market trends and needs.

WBS is the world's longest-running blockchain, crypto, and web 3.0-focused summit series. Since our inception in 2017, we have hosted more than 20 editions in 11 countries as we strived to create the ultimate networking and deal flow platform for the web 3.0 ecosystem. Each edition brings together global leaders and emerging startups in the space, including investors, developers, IT leaders, entrepreneurs, government authorities, and others.

To book your tickets, visit: bit.ly/3CSHnHA
For enquiries, Contact: comms@worldblockchainsummit.com

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Registration is open for Project Finance & Project Financial Modelling Online Masterclass

Singapore, Feb 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Infocus International Group, a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services, has launched the Project Finance & Project Financial Modelling online masterclass and it will be commencing live on 9th May 2023.

Today's project finance (PF) transactions require a higher level of expertise not only in programming more sophisticated and flexible financial models, but also in incorporating the latest risk mitigation and credit enhancement instruments. While higher standards of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact management are being demanded of all major capital projects worldwide, more options and models for ESG mitigation, insurance, guarantee products, and financing instruments are now available. This online course covers both the latest PF strategies, risk mitigation instruments, as well as financial modelling best practices.

The objective of this course is to provide participants with an enhanced understanding of the practical & documentation requirements of all interested parties to today's PF transaction. This programme provides participants with proven PF analytical strategies and transaction structuring techniques which will enable participants to quantitatively assess risks, resolve constraints, and reach project financial closure. This programme is also designed to enhance the check lists and benchmark metrics by which participants can reduce losses and which will be viewed favourably by both management and the regulatory community.

A past participant from Asian Development Bank shared that, "The course had a good balance of both the quantitative and qualitative factors to be considered in project finance modelling. The instructor is experienced yet approachable."

"It is a very good program for both beginners in Project Finance and as a refresher for practitioners alike," said a past participant from PE Power.

Benefits of Attending

– Limited-recourse project financing models & transaction management
– Project finance documentation management, risk analysis models & Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) mitigation options
– Sources of PPP financing: financial products, guarantee instruments, credit enhancements & bankability techniques
– Designing financial models part 1: Financial model design requirements & work plan management
– Designing financial models part 2 & 3: Programming financial statements and interpreting international accounting standards
– Designing financial models part 4: Project finance model stress-testing simulation analyses, and modelling for credit enhancements
– Summary group exercise: Evaluating a financial model for PF risk allocation, transaction closure and post-transaction economic regulation & tariff adjustment

Want to learn more?

Simply email esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to obtain your FREE COPY of the event brochure. For more information, please visit www.infocusinternational.com/projectfinance-online.

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services for diverse business communities. We recognise clients' needs and responds with innovative and result oriented programmes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level of quality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For more information: www.infocusinternational.com

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Infocus International Brings Back Renewable Energy Project Finance & Financial Modelling Masterclass

Singapore, Feb 10, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Infocus International Group is bringing back the Renewable Energy Project Finance & Financial Modelling online masterclass and it will be commencing live on the 7th March 2023.

The objective of this course is to provide participants with an enhanced understanding of the financial modelling and key documentation requirements of all interested parties to today's RE PF transactions. This programme provides you with proven PF modelling techniques and transaction management techniques which will enable you to quantitatively assess risks, resolve constraints, and reach project financial closure. The practical models for wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and geothermal PF models will be demonstrated through a series of real case examples of projects and transactions from Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America.

A past participant from Ib Vogt shared that, "The trainer has in-depth knowledge in the subject. This discussion is very good especially most participants are seasoned players with the industry."

Another past participant from Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand mentioned that, "This course is not only recommended to the ones with experience in this field, but also for people with no or less experience. Everyone will definitely gain knowledge and be able to apply it during the course."

Benefits of Attending:
– Identify key requirements of limited-recourse Project Finance for Renewable Energy transactions, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) & PF documentation management
– Review solar, wind, hydro, biomass & geothermal PF financial model design requirements, presentation & formatting standards
– Program financial statements, cash flows, profit & loss statements and managing international accounting standards for RE PF transactions
– Project RE PF balance sheets, SPV reserve accounts, PF refinancing, and conducting sensitivity analyses
– Oversee the design and review of RE PF financial models based upon your own company's risk profile and corporate goals
– Apply clear investment incentives and renewable energy credit (REC), feed-in-tariffs (FIT), and credit enhancements for bankable private investments in RE generation
– Manage and oversee successful renewable power project finance transactions

Join us now to know more about the techniques & models for bankable green energy transactions of solar, wind, hydro, biomass & geothermal power investments in today's competitive energy markets.

Want to learn more?
Simply email to esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to obtain your FREE COPY of event brochure. For more information, please visit www.infocusinternational.com/renewable-project-finance

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services for diverse business communities. We recognises clients' needs and responds with innovative and result oriented programmes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level of quality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For more information: www.infocusinternational.com

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Hong Kong’s Middle East mission lays groundwork for new business opportunities

HONG KONG, Feb 10, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Since the recent reopening of the Hong Kong-mainland border, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) embarked on a week-long business mission to the Middle East, led by Mr John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

The Hong Kong business delegation signed 13 MoUs during this trip. In this photo, HKTDC and Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed an MoUs at the Abu Dhabi-Hong Kong Business Forum on 7 February.

The Hong Kong delegation engaged with senior representatives of government, local Chambers of Commerce and key corporations via business meetings and seminars. In this photo, they are on a company visit to SABIC, the leading petrochemicals manufacturer in the Middle East.

Led by Mr John Lee, HKSAR Chief Executive, the delegation visited various companies in Saudi Arabia and the UAE to learn about the latest developments. Here, the group visit THE LINE Experience exhibition (NEOM) showcasing innovative urban designs of the futuristic city NEOM.

Mr Lee was accompanied by principal officials Mr Horace Cheung, Deputy Secretary of Justice; Mr Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and Treasury; and Mr Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development.

The signing of 13 Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) during the mission signals new collaboration opportunities between Hong Kong and Middle East companies and organisations in business, finance, innovation and technology, sustainability and transport.

Over 30 business leaders from finance, logistics, technology and professional services joined the mission to Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

By showcasing Hong Kong's strengths through business and official exchanges and proactive publicity, the mission deepened economic and trade relations and enhanced cultural exchange between Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), helping Hong Kong attract investment and talent. It also solidified Hong Kong's role as the global gateway to Mainland China and a leading business and investment hub in Asia.

The Hong Kong delegation met with senior representatives of government, local Chambers of Commerce, including the Saudi Chinese Business Council, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Invest in Sharjah and Dubai Chambers, the last of which also announced the establishment of a Hong Kong office yesterday.

HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said, "The Middle East has an important role to play in driving the global economy and has important strategic significance in supporting the development of the Belt and Road. As Hong Kong reopens to the world, we have lost no time in organising this Hong Kong business delegation to the Middle East, led by the Chief Executive and three principal officials. Apart from presenting Hong Kong's latest incentives and policies to attract investment and talent, we also introduced new opportunities arising from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and encouraged UAE and Saudi companies to take advantage of Hong Kong's investment and business platforms."

Dr Lam added, "From our meetings and visits, we saw that Saudi Arabia and the UAE welcome deeper and broader ties with Hong Kong to support their strategic development. I am delighted that many MoUs have been signed across many sectors. These will lay a solid foundation for future long-term cooperation. With our 50 offices around the world, the HKTDC will continue to help businesses open doors and to promote Hong Kong as a global business hub."

Apart from over 30 international trade fairs and conferences in Hong Kong, the HKTDC organises large-scale overseas mega promotions, such as Think Business, Think Hong Kong, which will be held in Thailand in July to promote the Hong Kong brand together with the Hong Kong family of organisations.

The MoUs signed during this mission include:

1. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) and Saudi Tadawul Group Holding Company
2. SenseTime and King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) (Letter of Intent)
3. Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) and Riyadh Chamber
4. Templewater Ltd, Bravo Transport Services Ltd and Wisdom Motors (Hong Kong) Ltd and Nesma Holding Ltd
5. SenseTime and Sela Company (Letter of Intent)
6. Hutchison and King Salman Energy Park (SPARK)
7. HKTDC and Dubai Chamber
8. Ho & Partners Architects, Negawatt, Masdar City, and The Catalyst
9. HKSTP and Sharjah Research Technology & Innovation Park
10. Hong Kong Cyberport and Dubai Future Foundation
11. HKTDC and Invest in Sharjah
12. HKTDC and Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry
13. Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI) and Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry

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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

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC's Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Sunny Ng, Tel: +852 2584 4357, Email: sunny.sl.ng@hktdc.org
Sam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

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