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Discover the Joyful Delights of the Festive Season at LANDMARK
Special shopping offers and fabulous food, drinks and dining options HONG KONG, Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- This December at LANDMARK, celebrate the festive season with a host of joyful treats, feasts, treasured moments and delightful purchases to put everyone...
EC BENTO mobile App is launched
"1+1 event" Enjoy Bento with Friends: HOT & FREE HONG KONG, Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong's first intelligent vending machine "EC BENTO" was launched at the beginning of the year, and successfully disrupted stagnant food delivery market in...
Mexican Society of Public Health (SMSP) signs MoU with StratifiCare to study effectiveness of Dengue prognostic test in Mexico
Partnership with the Mexican Society of Public Health (SMSP) and Dengue Expert Group (DEG) leverages StratifiCare's deep experience in Dengue prognostication, and aims at reducing Dengue mortality rates in Mexico. SMSP in collaboration with DEG will provide clinical...
Nexus International School (Singapore) announces issuance of SGD150M of S&P AA-rated bonds
SINGAPORE, Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Nexus International School (Singapore) is pleased to announce the issuance of SGD 150 million of twelve-year amortizing bonds which have been rated AA by S&P Global Ratings (S&P). The bonds are guaranteed by Credit...
Q CELLS strengthens its presence in Southeast Asia with two social good solar projects in Thailand
Q CELLS' Q.PEAK DUO L-G5 solar modules selected for 114 kWp rooftop installation at the Mae Fah Luang Foundation - Thailand's Royal Family-backed non-profit organization that assists the nation's underprivileged Installation follows earlier project at Thepsatri...
iX Biopharma secures Australian cannabis manufacture licence
iX Biopharma is granted a cannabis manufacture licence from the Office of Drug Control in Australia The Group is one of the early-movers in Australia licenced to manufacture cannabis products, including the Group's novel cannabis wafers using the patented WaferiX™...
iX Biopharma Reports on Outcome of Wafermine End-of-phase 2 Meeting with US FDA
SINGAPORE, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty pharmaceutical company iX Biopharma Ltd (SGX:42C) ("iX Biopharma" or, "the Company") is pleased to announce that it has successfully concluded an End-of-Phase 2 meeting with the U.S. Food and...
Tenth Record-Breaking Year in a Row for ZEISS
Revenue increases by 11 percent to 6.4 billion euros - EBIT exceeds 1 billion euros for the first time - All four segments contributed to growth - Medical technology and industrial and research solutions ensure above-average growth for the ZEISS Group - Semiconductor...
GemVax announced phase II results of GV1001 for Alzheimer's disease treatment at CTAD 2019
Suggests potential as a new drug for treating Alzheimer's disease SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease (CTAD) 2019 was held in San Diego, USA, from December 4-7. At the CTAD, the results of various...
ASIAWATER 2020 Returns in Kuala Lumpur from 31 March — 2 April
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 11th edition of ASIAWATER Expo & Forum, the leading water and wastewater event for developing Asia, will take place at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 31 March - 2 April 2020. ...
Infosys Awarded UN Global Climate Action Award in 'Carbon Neutral Now' Category at COP 25
Infosys is the first Indian corporate to receive this award BENGALURU, India, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, was presented with the prestigious United Nations Global...
Applications now open in the Philippines for British Council IELTS Prize (East Asia) 2019/20, supporting 30 test takers to study abroad
The British Council IELTS Prize valued at PHP 4,766,900 will support aspiring students in East Asia[1] to pursue their study abroad dreams at an English-speaking higher education institution MANILA, Philippines, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- British Council in...
Eye Level recognizes young talents at its 27th Eye Level Literary Awards
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Eye Level, a global leader in the education industry, has successfully held its ceremony for the 2019 Eye Level Literary awards on December 7, 2019, at the Eye Level Hall, Daekyo Korea HQ. 2019 Eye Level...
Breakthrough in Medical Electronics – A Novel Mixed & Augmented Reality Smart Glasses Surgical Navigation Solution
The first successful clinical test performed on dummies using Caduceus's smart surgical navigation system and mixed & augmented reality technology. TAICHUNG, Dec. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The mixed reality technology for surgery usually shown in the movies has now...
Thailand wafer brand Chocky became No.1 selling in wafer category during China's Double 11 shopping festival
BEIJING, Dec. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the annual "Double 11" shopping festival in China has come to an end. Apart from the usual fierce competition of local businesses, consumers' pursuit of high-quality imported food is increasing. Among them, it...
Farrer Park Hospital Implements Non-Invasive Treatment for Prostate Cancer Patients in Singapore
SINGAPORE, Dec. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Farrer Park Hospital is pleased to announce that it is the first in South East Asia to have implemented the Focal One® High-Intensity Frequency Ultrasound (HIFU) Robotic Technology, a...
TechMah Medical & LimaCorporate Receive First 510k Approval for Smart SPACE Digital Technology
UDINE, Italy, Dec. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- LimaCorporate is pleased to announce the FDA 510K approval for Smart SPACE Shoulder 3D Planner & 3D Positioner. Smart SPACE is an innovative digital platform developed by TechMah Medical thanks to collaboration with...
Inspired by Advanced Technology — Powered by Haute Parfumerie, F1(R) Launches Their Exciting New Fragrance Brand Using 3D Printed Art
LONDON, Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Designer Parfums and F1® have chosen the stunning backdrop of the last race of the decade, the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2019, to introduce the new fragrance brand - inspired by the excitement, passion,...
Maison Martell Premieres the New Episode of Martell Home Live, Its Innovative Digital Talk Show
SINGAPORE, Dec. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Maison Martell presents the latest episode of Martell HOME Live, its ground-breaking interactive talk show, live-streamed on the global HOME by Martell media platform. For more than 300 years, the oldest of the great cognac...
Korean ophthalmologist Oh Jungwoo performed '25 sec LASEK' in public for the first time
- Reduces surgical time and decreases cornea damage by 40%, effective and safe surgery with laser only procedure SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Oh Jungwoo from Eos Eye Center in Gangnam-gu, Korea, revealed '25 sec LASEK' surgery publicly by...
PRC NHC Issues New Policy on Cord Blood Banks, Implementation Rules To Be Provided
HONG KONG, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Cord Blood Corporation (NYSE: CO) (the "Company"), China's leading provider of cord blood collection, laboratory testing, hematopoietic stem cell processing and stem cell storage services, today reported that...
VENUS MARBLE's Cat-Themed Collection to launch in Japan with its foray into this market
SHANGHAI, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, China's beauty brand VENUS MARBLE officially started its business in Japan by selling its makeup products in Japanese largest cosmetics website Cosme and its offline stores and a makeup retail brand Rosemary. Meanwhile,...
CNN's 'Vital Signs with Dr. Sanjay Gupta' explores Traditional Chinese Medicine in Hong Kong
HONG KONG, Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- There are few places in the world where modern and traditional intersect quite like Hong Kong, so what better place to explore the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine and ancient lifestyle practices. This month on CNN's 'Vital...
CELLRETURN Promotes K-beauty at Asia's Largest Music Festival, "2019 MAMA"
"K-beauty sweeps the continent of Asia in rhythm with K-pop" - CELLRETURN participated in Asia's biggest music award ceremony, MAMA 2019, as a title sponsor; promoted K-beauty to about 40,000 visitors - Introduced CELLRETURN products at MAMA's largest booth and...
Global Cord Blood Corporation Announces Results of 2019 Annual General Meeting
HONG KONG, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Cord Blood Corporation (NYSE: CO) ("GCBC" or the "Company"), China's leading provider of cord blood collection, laboratory testing, hematopoietic stem cell processing, and stem cell storage...
Firmenich Brings 2020 Pantone® Color of the Year to Life With Bespoke Fragrance and Taste Experiences
GENEVA, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned perfume and taste company, has partnered with Pantone® to bring its 2020 Color of the Year to life through bespoke fragrance and taste experiences. One of the first Pantone Sensory...
Firmenich Wins First IMD-Pictet Family Sustainability Business Award
GENEVA, Switzerland, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmenich, the world's largest privately-owned perfume and taste company, is proud to announce that it has been recognized for its exemplary leadership in sustainability with the first ever IMD-Pictet...
Announcement of collaborative research agreement with National Cancer Center on analysis of gut bacteria related to cancer
TOKYO, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- bitBiome, Inc. (Representative Director: Yoshihito Daimon, "bitBiome") and National Cancer Center of Japan (President: Hitoshi Nakagama, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, "NCC") have signed a collaborative research agreement on...
Mayapada Clinic Accomplished Plenary Level Certification from the Accreditation Commission of the Ministry of Health
The First Certified Private Primary Clinic in South Jakarta JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mayapada Clinic, which is part of Mayapada Healthcare, has accomplished Plenary Level Passed Certification from the First Level Health Facilities...
Hummingbird Bioscience Raises US$19 Million in Series B Financing
Fundraising will support the expansion of Hummingbird Bioscience's discovery pipeline and rapid development of its portfolio of targeted antibody therapeutics SINGAPORE, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Hummingbird Bioscience, an innovative biotherapeutics company...
Biocon Biologics Takes Forward its Mission to Unlock Universal Access to Insulins Globally
BUSAN, South Korea, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Biocon Biologics, a fully integrated 'pure play' global biosimilars organisation, is taking forward its mission of unlocking affordable access to quality insulins for people with diabetes across the world. As...
Southeast Asia's first women eSports organization, Callisto Gaming raised US$500k in seed funding
SINGAPORE, Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Callisto Gaming, a women eSports organization, recently announced that it has raised funding of US$500k and hopes to close its seed round soon. Callisto's Taiwan League of Legends Team Earlier in April 2019, Callisto...
Alain Ducasse opens first restaurant in Thailand at ICONSIAM
BANGKOK, Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Chef Alain Ducasse, one of the world's most decorated chefs and an iconic mentor-chef to tens of other Michelin star chefs around the world, has just opened his first restaurant in Bangkok, named 'Blue'. The restaurant is...
Golden Gate Wine announces acquisition of Boutique Wines
Purchase of independent wine importer expands Golden Gate Wine's portfolio to include grower champagne HONG KONG, Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden Gate Wine, the home of fine American wine, announced today that it has expanded its operations by successfully...
Celebrate 2019 Rice Day with HealthyRicestyle: Jasmine Food Highlights a Fun and Healthy Way to Enjoy Rice
PUCHONG and SELANGOR, Malaysia, Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Jasmine Food Corporation ends 2019 Rice Day with successful wrap up of 'HealthyRiceStyle 2019', captivating thousands of visitors to join the rice-related activities at North Court, IOI Mall...
Ping An Receives Two Awards from Hong Kong Institute of Directors
HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (hereafter "Ping An" or the "Group", HKEx:2318; SSE:601318) has received two awards at the Directors Of The Year Awards 2019, organized by the...
SUEZ wins two contracts in the sustainable management of water resources in Southeast Asia
HONG KONG, Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SUEZ has signed one contract in Singapore and one in Malaysia with a total value of EUR10.8 million. PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency, has chosen SUEZ to expand, and maintain a system for real-time monitoring and...
Lumosa Announces FDA Acceptance of IND Application for LT1001, an Extended-Release Analgesic Injection – Lumosa to Initiate the Bridging Study in the US
TAIPEI, Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Opioid misuse, addiction, and overdoses have caused significant social and economic burdens leading to the opioid crisis. LT1001 (brand name Naldebain®) is a prodrug of nalbuphine, an abuse-free analgesic that has been marketed...
New Early Breast Cancer Drug Approved by Singapore Health Sciences Authority
NERLYNX® (neratinib) now approved in Singapore for HER2+ breast cancer patients following adjuvant trastuzumab-based therapy NERLYNX is the first therapy in the Specialised Therapeutics' portfolio approved in SE Asia Five-year follow up data show NERLYNX reduces...
Taiwan Healthcare Industry Players Seek to Explore Opportunities in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Delegates from 7 premier healthcare services providers from Taiwan met up with their Malaysian counterparts on 2nd December in Kuala Lumpur in a bid to promote Taiwan's medical care services internationally. Amongst...
USANA was named No. 1 Vitamin and Supplement Brand in Philippines*
Euromonitor announces USANA No. 1 Brand in Philippines SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- USANA, a leader in the health and wellness industry, was named the number one vitamin and dietary supplement brand in Philippines*. This claim was granted by...
Saudi Arabia Assumes 2020 G20 Presidency
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia assumes the 2020 G20 Presidency today, 1 December, 2019. The Saudi G20 Presidency will focus on "Realizing Opportunities of the 21st Century for All." The Kingdom of...
Vieworks to debut all new DR detectors at RSNA 2019
ANYANG, South Korea, Nov. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Vieworks, a global leader in X-ray imaging solution, is showcasing the newest DR detector lineup featuring the advanced imaging technology at RSNA 2019 (South hall #1723) from 1 to 6 December 2019. Today's X-ray...
Representatives from 17 countries speak highly of Risen Energy's contribution to the Belt and Road Initiative
NINGBO, China, Nov. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- A delegation of over 40 representatives from industrial, commercial and trade organizations from 17 countries paid a visit to Chinese solar panel maker Risen Energy Co., Ltd on November. These countries border the...
Hankyu Touring "Fisherman's Festival & Experience Program" in Miyagi, Northeastern Japan
- Full-scale Overseas Promotional Blitz Kicks Off in November - SENDAI, Japan, Nov. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- HANKYU TRAVEL DMC JAPAN, a section of Hankyu Travel International Co., Ltd., is planning to further expand promotional activities for the "Fisherman's...
Euromedicom Inaugurates the First Edition of FACE ASEAN in Bali, Indonesia – Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The inaugural of FACE ASEAN is scheduled from 12-13 September 2020 at the Nusa Dua Convention Center in Bali, Indonesia. FACE ASEAN is the newest addition to the Euromedicom family, is a meeting intended to meet...
DAMAC Chairman Hussain Sajwani's Private Investment Firm Acquires Italian Fashion Brand Icon Roberto Cavalli
MILAN, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Chairman of Dubai based DAMAC Properties, Hussain Sajwani, through his private investment company, Vision Investments, has bought the Italian fashion group Roberto Cavalli SpA. Hussain Sajwani, founder and Chairman of DAMAC...
Amorepacific plays key role in ASEAN-ROK cultural diplomacy
Latest K-Beauty trends and its vision of coexistence presented to First Ladies of ASEAN nations visiting for the ASEAN-ROK Commemorative Summit SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Amorepacific Group (Amorepacific) played a key role in cultural diplomacy...
Informa Markets Co-locates Cosmobeauté Malaysia with Beautyexpo at KLCC in October 2020
Bringing the Region's Most Established Beauty Shows KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Informa Markets announces to bring the 20th edition beautyexpo and 16th edition Cosmobeauté Malaysia together in 2020, 1-4 October at Kuala...
Mundipharma CEO Raman Singh Wins Executive of The Year at SBR Management Excellence Awards
SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Mundipharma CEO, Raman Singh has been named Executive of the Year for the third year running by the Singapore Business Review's (SBR) Management Excellence Awards, held at Conrad Centennial Singapore on 26 November....
Luxasia clinched top award for 'Best eCommerce Customer Service' and two Bronze awards at the 2nd Asia eCommerce Awards 2019
Luxasia receiving the Best eCommerce Customer Service Award SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Luxasia, Asia Pacific's omnichannel leader for luxury beauty brands, emerged as the Gold winner for Best eCommerce Customer Service, and secured two Bronze awards...
INEOS Styrolution's NAS Range: Combining finish quality and durability with food contact adherence
NAS® 21, 30 & 90: Compliant with US FDA, EU, Chinese National GB & MERCOSUR food contact regulations[1] Well-balanced combination of product properties including sparkling clarity, flowability, ease of processing, thermal stability, scratch and...
VISTA Eye Specialist unveils gaming technology for eye treatment
Breakthrough Virtual Reality (VR) therapy that offers an effective treatment to help patients suffering from lazy eyes, squint and other vision problems KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- VISTA Eye Specialist (VISTA), one of the leading Eye...
Golden Meditech Announces FY2019/2020 Interim Results
Revenue Fluctuated Amidst the Challenging Market Conditions Significant Increase in Revenue Noted at Beijing Sunbow Obstetrics & Gynecology Hospital HONG KONG, Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- For the Six Months Ended 30 September 2019 (HK$'000) 2018 (HK$'000) Change...
The Global Beauty Community Gathers at Cosmoprof Asia 2019
HONG KONG, Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 24th edition of Cosmoprof Asia, Asia's leading international beauty trade event, concluded its four-day run (12-15 November) last week at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE) and Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)....
'Innovation in Food and Agriculture Fund' Invests in Telluris Biotech India Pvt. Ltd.
HYDERABAD, India, Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Innovation in Food and Agriculture Fund managed by Sathguru Catalyser Advisors commits investment up to 4 million Dollars for minority holding in Telluris Biotech India Private Limited, an early stage life sciences...
Sixth International Conference on Family Planning to take place in Pattaya City, Thailand from February 1-4, 2021
PATTAYA CITY, Thailand, Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The sixth International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) will take place in Pattaya City, Thailand February 1-4, 2021 and will be co-hosted by the Bill & Melinda Gates Institute for Population and...
The quest for health and a natural look boosts sales of beauty products in Asia
Image conscious men increase use of skincare products and colossal opportunity remains for brands to extend footprint with 'male only' variants The report findings show that personalised and customised product ranges will be more critical in 2020 SINGAPORE, Nov. 27,...
Christmas Campaign by Wine Connection and DRNK AR Brings Santa to Life With Augmented Reality
SINGAPORE, Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Augmented Reality (AR) app DRNK AR has come together with leading wine shops and restaurants chain Wine Connection to collaboratively launch a full AR campaign, which takes wine shoppers on a magical yuletide adventure....
Global Cord Blood Corporation Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter and First Half of Fiscal 2020
2Q20 Added 21,551 New Subscribers Revenues Up 26.9% YoY to RMB313.5 Million ($43.9 Million) Operating Income Up 37.9% YoY to RMB144.4 Million ($20.2 Million) Non-GAAP Operating Income Up 32.8% YoY to RMB156.9 Million ($22.0 Million) Conference Call to be Held on...