Infocus International Brings Back Public-Private Partnerships In-Person Course in Singapore

Singapore, Jan 25, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) workshop is back for 2023 in Singapore. Infocus International is delighted to bring one of their best events to professionals from all around the world and it will be commencing on 6th February 2023 in Singapore.

We need new infrastructure. Roads, airports, schools, hospitals and housing: the list is enormous and growing. Yet severely limited budgets, economic uncertainty caused by volatile commodity prices, and deficits continue to prevent government at all levels from delivering the kinds of structural change that has always been needed.

In response, some countries have developed relatively successful PPP programmes – similar in many ways yet with specific national characteristics. Challenges remain throughout each region and are intensifying in the current environment. Merely grasping the concepts of PPP does not do justice to our great responsibility of having an ownership in the country's future. We already know what we need to do, now is the time to really discover HOW. Beginning with an in-depth understanding of how PPPs work, from financial, commercial, project & legal aspects, we seek to push our participants to innovate with real life case studies, group discussions and technical evaluation.

One of our past participants from Electricity Generation Company (Malawi) Ltd shared that, "The facilitator was very knowledgeable on the subject matter, very responsive to questions and innovative in the delivery of the PPP training program. The knowledge gained will assist me in productive participation in ongoing and planned PPP Projects in my country."

Another past participant from PNG Ports Corporation also mentioned that, "This is an excellent course for anyone involved in PPP. Highly recommended."

Benefits of Attending:
– Use best practices from international case studies of successful PPP transactions and common practical pitfalls to avoid
– Design and manage PPP legal, regulatory & institutional frameworks to attract investors and complete PPP transactions
– Apply models for the efficient design and completion of PPP feasibility studies
– Understand project financing requirements and evaluate PPP financial models for both affordability and bankability
– Evaluate and apply different credit enhancement techniques to ensure PPP bankability, including blended financing, viability gap funding (VGF), partial guarantees, risk insurance products, output-based aid (OBA) and other financial instruments
– Design PPP transaction implementation plans and manage & oversee PPP transaction advisors for reaching commercial closure and financial closure
– Models for PPP tender documents, including PPP Project Information Memoranda ("InfoMemos"), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
– International models for designing and drafting PPP contracts & agreements
– Environmental & social impact mitigation techniques to structure sustainable private investments in public infrastructure
– Plans for managing sustainable PPP contracts including ensuring technical performance, quality of service delivery, price review & adjustment regulatory models, legal contract management and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques

Want to learn more?

Simply email to esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to register your attendance. For more information, please visit https://www.infocusinternational.com/ppp

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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Calling all tech enthusiasts and startup visionaries!

DUBAI, Jan 24, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The highly-anticipated Step Conference 2023, the leading tech festival in emerging markets, is returning to Dubai Internet City for its 11th edition on February 22-23, 2023. And trust us, this year’s event is going to be like nothing you’ve ever experienced before! We’re talking retro-futurism, DTC Hub, 1-on-1 investor meetings, Pitch Competition, major tech innovations, workshops, keynotes, panels, debates, live entertainment, food trucks, and so much more!

Step 2023 is the ultimate destination for tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike. With Dubai’s reputation as one of the most innovative cities in the world, it is no surprise that the event will be packed with the latest tech features and advancements. The conference promises to bring together the brightest minds in the industry, with talks, workshops, meet-ups, networking sessions, exhibition areas, and brand activations that unite tech minds from all around the world. This is your chance to rub elbows with top entrepreneurs, make meaningful connections, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders. It’s a unique opportunity to network and gain lasting connections with top people in the tech industry, which is an essential aspect of any entrepreneur’s journey.

Over two days, Step will be exploring the latest trends across 6 Content Tracks:

Learn from global influencers in the tech and startup scene with the Start Track, covering success stories, growth, entrepreneurship ecosystem, fundraising, investment, and more.
Dive into the latest financial technology trends with the Fintech Track, featuring discussions on blockchain, digital currencies, and cashless payments.
Explore the future of transport, smart cities, and AI with the Future Track, featuring industry leaders in transport and autonomous tech.
Get the latest global trends in digital marketing, brands, advertising tech, programmatic ads, and more with the Digital Track.
Discover the latest tech and lifestyle trends that enhance well-being with the Wellness Track.
Join the Earth Track, the newest addition, exploring Greentech, sustainability, impact and the environment.

Step 2023 is bringing the heat with its lineup of industry leaders and innovators in the world of Crypto, Web3, Artificial Intelligence, and other cutting-edge technologies. This year’s roster of speakers includes Founders and Executives of companies like Morning Brew, Pattern, Velocity Global, and Hotjar. Stay tuned to the speakers’ page for more exciting announcements.

Step is currently in the Regular Phase of their tickets, but they are giving our readers a special discount! Using this code (DSC-OYZL), you can buy tickets for an Early Bird ticket price here! If you’re a startup founder, you can apply here to showcase.

Learn more here and follow Step Conference on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube to stay in the loop.

Rex Fuels & Solvex Global Conference 2023: Bitumen, Petrochemicals & Petro-Products

DUBAI, UAE, Jan 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – India is the fastest growing major economy in the world. In an era of global economic headwinds, India's petroleum products consumption recorded a growth of 5.1% in FY 2021-22. It is projected to grow at 11% in the FY 2022-23. Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Base Oils are the three key products which is increasingly dependent on imports, due to domestic refining slate constraints. Middle East has traditionally been the key supply source for India's import requirements. Russia is fast emerging as a new supply source vying for a slice of the Indian petroleum products market.

By 2030 India’s Bitumen Imports Are Projected to Reach 6 Mil Tons, And Petrochemicals Imports Are Projected to Reach 18 Mil Tons. New Suppliers Are Vying For A Share [Graphic: Rex]

The new year 2023 brings together the leading Refineries, Buyers, Traders, Logistics Players, and Consultants for a power packed two-days of stimulating deliberations, business development and networking on Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Petro-products sector. The Rex Fuels & Solvex Global Conference 2023 would be the biggest event for the buyers & sellers in the Middle East, India, Africa, Russia, and South-East Asia.

Some of the biggest refineries from the Middle East region together with Gazprom from Russia are sponsoring the two-day conference. Mark your calendar for 25th & 26th Jan 2023, InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City.

The dynamic and evolving geopolitical developments since February 2022 have brought new challenges and thrown open new opportunities as well. The oil & gas sector is right in the middle of it. The price volatility and rebalancing of the supply chains worldwide has led the market players to redraw their strategies to meet the evolving business challenges. Dubai occupies an increasingly pivotal role as the business hub for the region and also for the world. Rex Fuels & Solvex Global Conference 2023 brings together leading market participants.

Widely acknowledged as the benchmark event of the industry, the Rex Fuels & Solvex Global Conference is in its 5th edition in Dubai. It has already received the highest ever level of confirmed participation from over 400 delegates from Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Base Oils sectors. The overall number of Delegates participating in the two-day event is expected to exceed 500. The event has already attracted over 100 sponsors and 36 Exhibitors till date.

The agenda for the event and the Speakers list at the event include the top luminaries and experts from the leading Petroleum companies from the Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Petro-products sector. This event has elicited an unprecedented level of interest with delegates' confirmation already received from over 28 countries from across the globe. It is likely to be a fully sold-out event. It would be an unmatched gathering of Suppliers, Buyers and Traders from Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Petro-products sectors.

India being the biggest importer of the bitumen and petrochemical products in the region has attracted the largest number of participants closely followed by the Middle East region. Delegates from Africa, Europe, Russia, and South-East Asian countries have also confirmed their participation.

A special highlight of this year's event is a special exhibition pavilion dedicated to the Petrochemicals sector with over 23 suppliers putting up the exhibition booths. Suppliers from Bitumen, Base Oil and Petro-products have also expressed a very high level of interest in the exhibition pavilion.

The venue of the two-day conference, InterContinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City is well equipped to handle over 600 Delegates, Sponsors and Exhibitors in an environment of luxury and professional ambience.

Organized by Rex Conferences, a leading consultant in the Bitumen, Oil & Gas and Road Construction sector in India and Middle East region, Rex Group is widely acknowledged for their leading role in developing a consensus approach among the industry stakeholders.

Be a part of this premiere event to help shape the future Bitumen, Petrochemicals and Petro-products industry and get an opportunity to collaborate with industry experts in the fast-developing market. This premier event presents an unmissable opportunity for Business Development, Networking and Brand Promotion.

You may register online for Delegates at https://rexconferences.com/register or email at conferences@rexfuels.com

For Sponsorship, Exhibitor and Delegate bookings, please contact Sandip Mukherjee, Vice President, Business Development, Mobile / WhatsApp: +91 91673 64282, E: sandip@rexgbeservices.com, U: www.rexconferences.com.

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HKTDC’s four major focus areas create opportunities via Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Jan 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – As Hong Kong reopens its doors to Mainland China and the world at large, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will roll out a full season of global trade fairs and conferences, coupled with a plethora of overseas promotions, to create opportunities for the Hong Kong, Mainland and international business communities.

The HKTDC also welcomes the further relaxation of quarantine measures announced by the Hong Kong SAR Government today, and will work together with the Government to attract Mainland Chinese and overseas business people to return to Hong Kong and accelerate Hong Kong's commercial and trade development.

HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said: "As travel between Hong Kong and Mainland China and the world has resumed, we are delighted to experience the vitality of our events last week, which welcomed international business leaders from some 100 countries to participate physically and online. Looking ahead, we will align our strategy to support the Hong Kong SAR Government's policies and the 14th Five-Year Plan to reinvigorate the city's economy, and have prepared a full programme of fairs, conferences, overseas promotions and support activities throughout the year, giving full play to Hong Kong's unique advantages of being backed by the motherland and connected to the world. We also aim to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global business hub and help international, Mainland and local businesses connect and succeed."

Having successfully concluded several major events, including the Asian Financial Forum and fairs focused on toys and games, babies, stationery, and wine and spirits that welcomed business people from some 100 countries, the HKTDC's strategy for 2023-2024 will support the Hong Kong SAR Government's policies to strengthen the city's economy and its status as a global business hub, while integrating Hong Kong further into national economic development.

HKTDC's 2023-2024 major work focus is as follows:

1) Help Hong Kong attract investment and talent by creating opportunities that bring international and Mainland companies to do business via Hong Kong:
– With the Hong Kong-Mainland China border reopening, the HKTDC will focus on opportunities arising from the 14th Five-Year Plan;
– The HKTDC will leverage Hong Kong's role as an international financial and trading hub to attract global companies to do business through Hong Kong;
– To mark the Belt and Road Initiative's 10th anniversary, the HKTDC will enrich the content of this year's Belt and Road Summit;
– The HKTDC will promote Hong Kong's role in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) to both the Mainland and overseas markets, with its GoGBA programme and Guangdong-Hong Kong Cooperation Week in May, featuring SmartHK in Guangzhou and ChicHK in Shenzhen as anchor events;
– To attract more overseas companies to do business via Hong Kong, the HKTDC will organise overseas missions led by Hong Kong SAR Government officials, and sector-based China Overseas Investment (COI) missions;
– We will enrich our deal-making work through our major conferences, including Asian Financial Forum, Belt and Road Summit and other industry events, to facilitate tripartite cooperation between Hong Kong service providers, Mainland investors and overseas project owners.

2) Tell Hong Kong stories to overseas business communities by utilising the HKTDC's network of 50 offices worldwide and 47 Hong Kong Business Associations:
– The HKTDC will focus on key regions within ASEAN and RCEP;
– The long-awaited overseas mega promotion, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, will be held in Thailand in July to promote the Hong Kong brand together with the Hong Kong family of organisations, while other seminars and webinars will be held in other markets around the world;
– The HKTDC will organise Hong Kong pavilions at major expos and fairs, such as China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing, CIIE in Shanghai, China International Consumer Products Expo in Haikou (Hainan Expo), Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nuremberg International Toy Fair and MIDO Eyewear Show in Milan.

3) Reinforce pillar industries and develop emerging industries in Hong Kong by promoting key opportunities in tech and innovation, medical and healthcare, and sustainability and integrating these into our pillar industry events:
– In addition to supporting year-round sourcing with HKTDC's Exhibition+ model and Click2Match digital service, the HKTDC will consolidate the tech-oriented fairs in April and launch the new Business of Innovation and Technology Week with the new InnoEx, replacing the International ICT Expo. We will also strengthen BIP Asia Forum's focus on IP to help commercialise and expand technology advancements;
– An expanded version of International Healthcare Week, integrating the Asia Summit on Global Health and Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair, will be held in May to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a premier medical and healthcare innovation and investment platform;
– With Eco Expo as the anchor event, we will expand the promotion of sustainability across other HKTDC platforms by highlighting the theme at major conferences and trade fairs, launching an ESG track under the Transformation Sandbox (T-Box) SME support programme and other platforms; In addition, the ESG track will be featured at major industry events, including Asian Financial Forum, Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference and more.

4) Support enterprises, especially SMEs and start-ups, with year-round support programmes:
– The HKTDC will continue with its Support Scheme for Pursuing Development in the Mainland to help Hong Kong companies operating in the mainland, with T-Box for Hong Kong SMEs, GoGBA platform for Hong Kong and international companies tapping the GBA market, Start-up Express for start-ups as well as with Design Gallery (DG) to promote local brands and designs;
– The younger generation will also be able to expand their horizons by joining HKTDC's Trade Ambassador Programme (TAP) to learn about Hong Kong's different industries and opportunities, especially in the GBA.

The HKTDC remains committed to connecting businesses with opportunities via Hong Kong, promoting the city's advantages to the global business community and strengthening its role as a world-class business hub, and a two-way investment and trade platform for GBA, ASEAN and RCEP.

For details of HKTDC's work focus, please visit: https://aboutus.hktdc.com/en/

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
HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Agnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org
Sam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

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HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens in early February

HONG KONG, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 32nd HKTDC Education & Careers Expo will be held from 2 to 5 February (Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The expo presents designated zones under two themes, namely Education and Careers. The four-day event is open to the public free of charge, providing a one-stop platform with the latest information on education, training and career development and more than 2,800 job openings on offer. A number of companies and organisations will provide on-site interviews to jobseekers.

Speaking at a press conference to introduce this year's Education & Careers Expo, Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "I hope the diverse content and strong lineup of exhibitors in this year's Education and Careers Expo will inspire students and jobseekers to gain the motivation to hone new skills, expand their horizons and explore new possibilities"

Yvonne Wong, Vice Chairman, The Y.Elites Association & GM, Qianhai International Liaison Services; Natalie Chew, Director, Communications and Public Relations Office, Vocational Training Council; Jenny Koo, HKTDC Asst. Executive Director; Rebecca Choi, Asst. Director – Student & Curriculum Development, Hong Kong Institute of Construction; and Veon Tsang, Founder, HotelsHR [L-R]

The 32nd edition of the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo runs from 2 to 5 February at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The photo shows scenes from last year's event.

Speaking at today's press conference to announce details of the expo, Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "This year's expo, themed 'Ride the Wave to Success', will host 700 organisations including educational institutions, professional associations, government departments, public organisations and private companies to feature information on studies in 20 countries and regions as well as employment opportunities. I hope this year's diverse content and strong lineup of exhibitors will inspire students, employed individuals and jobseekers to gain the motivation to hone new skills, expand their horizons and explore new possibilities."

Four Careers Theme Days introduce latest career trends and prospects

Four Careers Theme Days over the course of the expo will highlight the latest career trends and introduce visitors to the prospects in different industries. Co-organised by the Vocational Training Council (VTC), the VPET – Skilling Talent for the Future theme day on 2 February will introduce various sought-after professional and vocational skills in this new era that can help people develop more diverse and exciting careers. On 3 February, the GBA Opportunities theme day will invite representatives from the Greater Bay Area Youth Development Association to discuss the potential for the younger generation to land job offers and start a business in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Representatives from The Y.Elites Association will share information and recount their experiences in relation to employment and entrepreneurship in Qianhai, Shenzhen, while the Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Community Foundation will offer tips on studying in the GBA.

On 4 February, the Exploring Construction Industry theme day, co-organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Construction (HKIC) and the HKTDC, will invite professionals to give insights into how the construction industry is leveraging the latest technologies as it enters a new era of "Construction 2.0", as well as sharing on current prospects. And on 5 February, the Slasher Generation theme day will introduce the new kind of workforce members who engage in multiple jobs at the same time, with speakers from the barista profession and influencer marketing sector sharing both the fun aspects and the challenges they face in their career paths.

More than 2,800 job openings on offer, some with on-site interviews

The Career-themed Zones will offer more than 2,800 job openings from a variety of professional institutions, recruitment platforms, local government bodies and corporations. At the Recruitment Square, recruitment platforms and employers including Hong Kong East Cluster of the Hospital Authority, Citybus and Asia Airfreight Terminal, among others, will recruit and interview candidates on the spot. Visitors can bring their resumes to the expo and apply for the posts that interest them.

Four Education-themed Zones highlight local, mainland and overseas opportunities

This year's expo features four education zones, including the Local Studies Zone featuring universities and post-secondary institutions such as Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong that provide information on further studies.

The Overseas & Mainland China Education Zone brings together consulate general offices, officially approved organisations, overseas universities and study centres to provide information and consulting services regarding educational opportunities in 19 different countries and regions, including Europe, the United States, Asia and Mainland China. And the Lifelong Learning Zone will showcase numerous self-betterment programmes and on-the-job training courses for visitors, covering areas such as technology, lifestyle, language, beauty and cosmetics.

At the Youth Zone, visitors can get information on continuing education and career planning, and find out more about summer jobs, internship opportunities and full-time jobs. Exhibitors include The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, Hong Kong Youth Exchange Promotion United Association, the Hong Kong Playground Association and more.

In addition, the expo will offer four Education Theme Days, providing an in-depth introduction to the European Union (2 February), the United Kingdom (3 February), France (4 February) and Germany (5 February), covering key topics such as admission requirements, the preparation process prior to studying abroad, and insights into campus life and the support facilities offered in different locations.

80+ inspiring events, distinguished speakers share their insights and success stories

Visitors interested in joining a variety of sectors such as the innovation and technology industry and the government sector, or embarking on a working holiday, can take advantage of more than 80+ inspiring events that will be held during the expo, with celebrities and experts joining to share their experiences and strategies for success:

– Henry Lee, Account Director (Talent and Learning Solutions), LinkedIn, will share the latest trends in Hong Kong's labour market and offer job-hunting tips for the digital age.
– Sunny Chan, famed director and screenwriter of Hong Kong films Table for Six and Men on the Dragon, will share his inspiring journey from screenwriter to director.
– "fataunt", registered nurse and YouTuber, will talk about how he became a key opinion leader (KOL) while studying at university.
– Christina Ho, civil aviation pilot, who successfully transitioned from a fashion designer to become a pilot in local airline industry, will share her inspirational journey.
– Siu Yan-ho, doctoral lecturer, will share his experience of transforming from an under-achiever, with a score of 6 in the HKCEE public exam, to become a doctoral lecturer.

– Expo website: https://hkeducationexpo.hktdc.com/
– Activity schedule: https://bit.ly/3XoVBrV
– Photo download: https://bit.ly/3wbVWCn

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
HKTDC's Corporate Communications Department:
Clementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.org
Eric Wong, Tel: +852 2584 4575, Email: eric.ks.wong@hktdc.org

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The Best Rated Mastering Solar Power Virtual Training is Now Open for Registration

Singapore, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Registration for Infocus International Group top rated Mastering Solar Power (www.infocusinternational.com/solar-online) online training has begun. The course will be commencing live on 6th February 2023.

Throughout these 5 sessions, attendees will gain a good understanding of the key factors from an integrated, multidisciplinary and commercial viewpoint, including: target market analysis, economic competitiveness, channels-to-market, financing influences and risk, project development processes, best practices and emerging technologies.

This programme schedule includes illustrations of key project development considerations, including energy yield, financial and other simple calculations, along with the chance to discuss key planning and market environment considerations.

In keeping with the business-focused theme of the course, these illustrative exercises are designed to provide time-efficient clarification of the key course takeaways, aimed at commercially-focused business developers and investors. They are therefore accessible to non-experts, not designed to replicate the complex or in-depth detailed planning undertaken – over much longer periods!

One of our past attendees from Credit Agricole CIB commented, "Excellent overview of renewables in the context of overall energy mix, and also details on specific renewable markets and technologies. Highly accomplished trainer with a broad knowledge and the right mix between slides and exercises."

Another past attendee from responsibility Investments AG also shared that, "The trainer represents a thoughtful and unbiased view in the realm of renewable energy. His insights are well reasoned, clear and, perhaps most importantly, backed up by hard numbers. Definitely a person I would turn to for guidance in this space."

Course Sessions

1. What makes a solar power plant?
2. Solar resource assessment and project design
3. Solar project development and delivery
4. Selling solar power
5. The economics and financing of solar power projects

Benefits of Attending

– Speak the language of solar energy: terminology and concepts
– Understand the key variables determining the economics of solar PV projects
– Review current and emerging market opportunities for solar PV, including integrations such as energy storage
– Navigate the typical project development requirements, processes and risks
– Learn how financial returns and risks arise in PV projects
– Be better able to converse with project partners, suppliers, investors, policymakers and other stakeholders
– Know what to look for when evaluating PV project opportunities
– Identify key investment and project performance risks
– Analyse and critique current and emerging business models

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/solar-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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22nd Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition Winners Announced

HONG KONG, Jan 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – With this year's Avant Garde theme, the 22nd Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition's winning pieces reflected the creativity, acute sense of style and boundless imagination of local designers. The competition aims to encourage innovation and enhance the design quality of Hong Kong eyewear products, identify new talents and promote Hong Kong's creative products to international markets.

The 22nd Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition Award Presentation Ceremony was held on 13 January

"Survival Next" – Champion of the Open Group and Made-to-Sell Award

The award presentation held on 13 January was organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association, with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Hong Kong Design Institute as co-organisers.

The competition was divided into two categories: the Open Group and Student Group. The judging panel made up of experts in different disciplines evaluated the entries based on (1) product design, (2) practicability and functionality, (3) product description, (4) marketability and (5) presentation.

Winning pieces represent local innovation

Survival Next designed by Lai Pui Yan, BOBO from OKIA Optical Co. Ltd came top of the Open Group and received the Made-to-Sell Award. Her eyewear design was inspired by the gear NFT video game characters use for survival. The product allows wearers to travel between the virtual and real worlds.

Representing Sun Hing Vision Group Holdings Limited, Leung Ngai Ming's Turning was the first runner-up of the Open Group with his futuristic folding sunglasses. With a 360-degree hinge, the eyewear can be changed into four forms, namely sunglasses, optical glasses, folding glasses and butterfly shapes.

The Open Group's second runner-up Chim Pui Ho & Lam Long Him's Time Traveler incorporated the concept of time travel into their design. The eyewear's left side represents the past through the use of traditional materials and techniques, while the right highlighted the future with a bolder appearance and colour tone, a perfect fusion of the past and future.

Discovering design talents of tomorrow

For the Student Group, Yip Tsz Yan of the School for Higher and Professional Education, took first place with her Parallel Universe design. The eyewear's intricate geometric and parallelism design represent the intersection between life and infinity.

Osseon designed by Wong Zhen Jie, Lionel of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, was first runner-up of the Student Group. The design's surface undulations blur the boundaries between the exterior and interior. It can be produced by 3D printing, with tough but flexible PA12 nylon. It can be dyed in different colours to accentuate wearers' individual taste.

The Student Group's second runner-up was Lau Chi Sum of Youth College International. Titled Infinity, the design is composed of two semi-reflective lenses and a customisable layer of glowing powder between them. It appears to have an infinite depth with mutable colours and patterns, which can be customised for individual wearers.

The Creativity Award was presented to Law Hoi Shan, Jamela. Her Morphogenesis design encourages viewers to embrace transhuman aesthetics and envision humanity's evolution. Apart from correcting myopia, hyperopia and presbyopia, the multi-purpose accessory allows wearers to use different lenses to access diverse features, such as magnification, light polarisation and colour enhancement. By looking through different lenses, wearers are encouraged to look at the world through different eyes.

Apart from trophies, cash prizes and certificates, the winning works will be publicised on the website of the 31st Hong Kong International Optical Fair as well as the website and annual journal of the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association. The winning pieces have the opportunity to be on display at international optical events.

Hong Kong International Optical Fair helps create opportunities

The 31st Hong Kong International Optical Fair will take place from 8 to 10 November 2023 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), while the online exhibition will run from 8 to 17 November 2023.

Meanwhile, the HKTDC has arranged select exhibitors and buyers to try out the Click2Match smart business matching platform and meet online from 9 to 11 January 2023. The platform features meeting scheduling, video conferencing, instant messaging, message translation and file-sharing to facilitate communication between exhibitors and buyers.

Fair website:
– Hong Kong International Optical Fair: https://hkopticalfair.hktdc.com/
– Photo Download: https://bit.ly/3iC8UGw

About the 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:
HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Kate Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4239, Email: kate.hy.chan@hktdc.org
Agnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org

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Infocus International Brings Back Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Online Masterclass

Singapore, Jan 17, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Infocus International Group is bringing back the highly recommended Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) online masterclass and it will be commencing live on the 17th January 2023 and 16th May 2023.

This course is intended for those in business, commercial and strategically focused roles within the energy sector; in particular those responsible for environmental matters, business sustainability and business transformation in areas such as oil & gas, hydrogen and industrial energy usage.

Attendees will leave with a clearly explained and independent perspective on how, where and why CCUS is happening now and could grow in future – covering the range of technological solutions and business drivers, including policy. In addition to reviewing existing CCUS approaches, the course will highlight new opportunities and integrated value creation possibilities through emerging carbon utilisation options. This will include how the fate of carbon capture links to other aspects of the clean energy transition, such as clean hydrogen production, industrial decarbonisation and the transition away from oil & gas.

One of our past attendees from Solar Clear shared, "This course has provided a good understanding and cleared all false expectations about CCUS and of its cross entanglement to the hydrogen sector and the importance of both for decarbonising the world's (or part of the world's) economy."

"The up-to-date information was provided in course. The materials were available before the course, that is why it was possible to think about questions. The course materials were logically structured. The lecturer was highly professional. The organization of course was wonderful. Thank you very much!," said a past participant from Latvenergo.

Course Sessions

– Carbon sources & capture technologies
– Carbon storage, transport & utilisation
– Hydrogen, carbon and industrial clusters
– Growing CCUS: scalability, markets, policies & strategies

Benefits of Attending

– Understand the most challenging aspects of the clean energy transition & the role of CCUS in addressing them
– Examine the various technological aspects of the CCUS value chain, from capture through to storage and/or utilisation pathways
– Discuss the key economic and policy variables which will determine how CCUS plays out in different markets
– Review up-to-date examples of projects and strategies from around the world, and evaluate the lessons from them
– Learn the dynamics of the new competitive environment, including the risks of 'business as usual' and the importance of industrial clusters in CCUS deployment
– Identify approaches to sustainable strategic planning and new business opportunity assessment

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/ccus

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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21st Edition of Manufacturing IT Summit: Indonesia

JAKARTA, Jan 16, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – After successful 20 editions of Manufacturing IT Summit, Exito is all set to host another milestone event- the 21st Edition of Manufacturing IT Summit, an in-person event which serves as an ideal platform to enhance the experience to "Re-imagine, Innovate, and Transform". The Manufacturing IT Summit is a by invite only in-person event exclusively for Technology leaders from leading businesses, institutions and government officials representing Indonesia's manufacturing sector. Recent data from the Ministry of Industry has indicated that the manufacturing sector has had the largest contribution to its GDP. Indonesia aspires to be a top 10 economy by 2030, with net exports to be its growth engine.

The next 15 years is forecasted to be the Golden Age for Indonesia as it will realise a demographic bonus peak. Accelerating growth of the manufacturing sector is critical, with the Indonesian government planning to implement industry 4.0 through the Ministry of Industry's Making Indonesia 4.0 roadmap.

Manufacturing IT Summit Indonesia aligns itself with Indonesia's national goals and is a leading networking conference, gathering the most influential of these technology leaders to explore synergies and discuss today's biggest technological challenges, fostering deeper collaboration, and generating new ideas.

This conference will bring together over 150 C-Level Executives, Directors, and Heads of Technology, to discuss the critical technology issues affecting today's manufacturing industry.

Speakers like Ir. Ignatius Warsito, Minister's Expert Staff for Strengthening Domestic Industry Capabilities, Acting Director General of Chemical, Pharmceutical and Textile Industry, Ministry of Industry, Republic of Indonesia, Chairul Saleh, Director of Community Development & Entrepreneurship, Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, Republic of Indonesia, Salil Dutt, Chief Technical Adviser, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Raine Renaldi S.IIP, Chief of Digital Assest Committee, KADIN President, ID-OPENTECH Group, Republic of Indonesia, Juan Kanggrawan, Head of Product, Tribe & Data, Indonesia National Ministry (GovTech) and Smart Cities, Republic of Indonesia, Wilbertus Darmadi, CIO, Toyota Astra Motor, Mochamad James Falahuddin, Executive Director, Indonesia Blockchain Society among many others will be sharing their experiences and expertise at the summit.

Event registration has commenced for Delegates and Sponsors.

– The delegates will be exposed to in-depth, trend-forward sessions & workshops – practical takeaways and ideas to keep you ahead in the digital economy.
– The sponsors will be able to create an overwhelming branding in the event along with meeting their prospects and displaying the products.
– Hundreds of seasoned marketers, strategists, designers, and more to network and connect with. Meet your customers, vendors, expert resources, friends and colleagues on 15th & 16th of February.

Register Now to engage at this grand event as the slots are filling up fast.
To know more about the event, http://www.manufacturingitsummit/indonesia

About Exito:

We are a global B2B business events company focused on crafting bespoke solutions and contexts by designing platforms that create new business opportunities for our clients across concepts and industries.We cherish the trust over the last 12 years garnered from our partnering organizations globally, and with a growing team of young, vibrant, and creative individuals, Exito aims at success and perfection!

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First three trade fairs in 2023 conclude successfully

HONG KONG, Jan 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The latest trade fairs organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) recorded encouraging traffic and exhibitor participation, with many buyers placing orders at the fairground. The recent reopening of the Hong Kong-Mainland China border and resumption of international travel has helped drive the industry's enthusiastic response, allowing buyers and exhibitors to seize opportunities.

The HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, the HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, and the Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd concluded successfully.

More than 120 renowned brands were featured at the Brand Name Gallery at the Toys & Games Fair and Baby Products Fair, including 4D Master, Eastcolight, Hape, KEEPPLEY, Ming the Minibus, Welly, Winfun, Marcus & Marcus and more.

Smart-Tech Toys and Kidult World were highlighted product zones at the Toys & Games Fair, attracting the attention of many buyers.

Across four days, the 49th HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, 14th HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and the 21st Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair welcomed over 21,000 buyers from some 100 countries and regions who participated physically and online. More than 12,200 buyers attended the three fairs in-person.

Non-local buyers travelled from near and far to join the physical fairs, including Mainland China, ASEAN, India, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. European buyers came from, amongst others, the Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom, while buyers from the Middle East and Brazil, Chile and the United States took part as well.

While the physical part of the three fairs came to a close today, exhibitors and buyers can continue to connect online until 19 January. The first three trade fairs of the year adopted the HKTDC's new EXHIBITION+ model, which includes not only the physical shows, but also virtual access facilitated by its smart business matching platform Click2Match, connecting exhibitors and buyers online. As of today, the HKTDC has arranged over 1,000 business meeting sessions.

HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Ms Sophia Chong said: "The HKTDC has promoted the fairs in the past few months, and actively invited quality exhibitors and buyers from around the world to participate in-person. Following the resumption of quarantine-free travel between the mainland and Hong Kong, we are happy to see buyers from Mainland China, ASEAN and the wider Asia region, Europe and the Americas travel to Hong Kong for the fairs. Business travel in Hong Kong is gradually returning to normal, with industry being more optimistic about the future. This is welcome news for our upcoming fairs."

Creating more global business opportunities with the border re-opening

This year's fairs featured an assortment of new products from more than 1,000 exhibitors. A long-term supporter of the Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, Eastcolight (Hong Kong) Limited, introduced their AR educational toys at the event. Co-founder Ms Salley Sze said: "It is exciting to see that global buyers are back in Hong Kong this year. We have met with overseas buyers from Brazil, France, Israel, Italy, Russia and Turkey who are very interested in our products. We are confident in the fair's business results."

Xiamen Baby Pretty Products Co., Ltd has been participating in the Hong Kong Baby Products Fair since 2009, which has helped expand their export business over the years. CEO Mr Sam Yang appreciated the quality of buyers this year and revealed that his company has met with 80 to 90 new buyers from Southeast Asia and Turkey. While their existing customers have confirmed US$2 million worth of orders, they have also received on-site orders worth US$200,000-300,000 from four new buyers.

Ms Malwina Jaworska, Acting Director of Product Development Department of 4Kraft Sp. z o.o., a baby products company in Poland, said: "Through the HKTDC's Click2Match smart business matching platform, we have found a new supplier from Hong Kong who can provide quality strollers with nice designs. We plan to buy US$850,000 worth of strollers from them. We have also reserved a budget of US$7 million for buying baby beds and high chairs at the fair."

Sales manager Mr Scott Wen of Mirage International Industries, a US exhibitor at the Stationery & School Supplies Fair is satisfied with the fair results. "It's clear that industry players are eager to get back to in-person business. We have had inquiries from Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, the USA, the Philippines, France, Germany, Hong Kong, and even the Middle East and India".

Scientific educational, kidult and green toys lead the future of play

At the flagship Hong Kong Toy Industry Conference 2023 on 10 January, key toy industry trends were unveiled by speaker Mr Clifton Chiu, Research Analyst of Toys and Games of Euromonitor International.

He noted that the rise of scientific educational and kidult toys and the impact of sustainability will be in the spotlight. Mr Chiu added that scientific educational toys were a perfect product for families looking to mix education and entertainment for their children during the pandemic with limited outdoor activities and schooling. Also, kidults, mainly young professionals, are willing to spend their disposable income on collectible toys and blind boxes that let them relive their childhood.

Another key trend is sustainability, many big players have adapted manufacturing and packaging methods in accordance with the sustainability concerns of consumers. The Toys & Games Fair has various themed zones, such as Smart-Tech Toys and Kidult World, together with a special Green Toys label introduced this year, to help buyers identify and source the popular product categories in the industry. For more comments from exhibitors and buyers, please visit the following websites:

HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hktoyfair/en/success-stories
HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkbabyfair/en/success-stories
Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkstationeryfair/en/success-stories

Fair Websites
– HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair: http://hktoyfair.hktdc.com/
– HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair: http://hkbabyfair.hktdc.com/
– Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair: http://hkstationeryfair.com/
– Photo download: https://bit.ly/3GUCRtx

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
HKTDC Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: +852 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
Kate Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4239, Email: kate.hy.chan@hktdc.org
Agnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org

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