A bubbly boost to Malaysians’ favourite drinks, uniting the nation through flavour and funKUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - This Merdeka and Hari Malaysia, Spritzer Sparkling is adding an extra pop to the nation’s celebrations with “Kasi Sparkling, Baru Kick!”. This high-energy campaign is a tribute to Malaysia’s favourite pastime – bonding over hearty food and thirst-quenching drinks. From the eternal “Where to eat?” debates to late-night mamak sessions that stretch into early mornings, these shared moments are part of what makes us Malaysian.Inspired by the lively, welcoming atmosphere of mamak restaurants nationwide – the melting pot where Malaysians of every race, language, and background gather – Spritzer Sparkling is bringing a fun twist to your favourite local beverages with exciting engagement games and prizes to be won at selected mamak outlets, guaranteed to refresh your senses and spark national pride.Mamak Culture, Now with More SparkleFrom teh ‘o’ to sirap limau and asam boi, Malaysian drinks are iconic in their own right. Spritzer Sparkling is taking these familiar flavours and giving them a bubbly boost at some of your favourite neighbourhood mamak restaurants, creating new taste experiences that blend tradition with modern fun.Mamak restaurants have always been the heart of get-togethers for Malaysians from all walks of life; where friends, families, and even strangers share tables, stories, and laughter. This campaign captures that same magic in every sip, celebrating the diversity of our people while proving that great taste knows no boundaries.Photo 1: The three new Spritzer Sparkling drink recipes in the Kasi Sparkling, Baru Kick! CampaignA Campaign Video That is Bursting with EnergyShowcasing the Malaysian spirit, “Kasi Sparkling, Baru Kick!” is a colourful, feel-good celebration video featuring “Aneh”, the friendly mamak waiter. Infused with a twist on our favourite thirst-quenchers, the campaign highlights three mouth-watering drink recipes, each given an irresistible sparkling twist, brought to life by a vibrant local cast speaking different regional dialects, with Aneh delivering the mamak’s urban rhythm in his signature rap style.Watch it now on Spritzer Water YouTube channel and feel the fizz yourself.Photo 2: Kasi Sparkling, Baru Kick! campaign videoJoin the Festivities NationwideFrom Merdeka to Malaysia Day, the celebration will come alive with a sparkling kick at selected mamak chain outlets – including Restoran Nasi Kandar Subaidah, Restoran Hameediyah, and Nasi Kandar Bestari. Enjoy exclusive combo deals featuring the new sparkling drink creations and join exciting roving roadshows designed to surprise, delight, and refresh your taste buds.Whether you are there for the food, the drinks, or the atmosphere, you will not want to miss this limited-time celebration. All event details, locations, and recipes are available at the official campaign page: sparklingmerdeka2025.spritzer.com.mySo, this season, let us raise our glasses to unity, flavour and fizz. Your favourite local drinks are getting a sparkling new twist—Malaysian flavours with extra kick—ready to enjoy at home or at your favourite mamak. Taste the celebration, anywhere you are.About SpritzerEstablished in 1989, Spritzer is Malaysia’s largest producer of bottled water, offering a wide range of products that include natural mineral water, distilled water, sparkling water, carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks, and non-carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks.Our water is sourced from deep underground aquifers within 430 acres of pristine rainforest, naturally protected from pollution. It takes over 15 years to filter through ancient rock layers, becoming enriched with essential minerals, particularly silica, which supports collagen formation for healthy skin and strong bones.Spritzer is committed to sustainability and innovation, using 100% recyclable packaging and working toward becoming a fully circular brand by 2030. Our Industry 4.0 facilities and zero-energy automated warehouse demonstrate our dedication to efficiency, environmental care, and forward-thinking growth.For more information, please visit www.spritzer.com.my.For media inquiries please contact:Imelia KyraAssociate Consultant, Narro CommunicationsE: imelia@narrocomms.comWinnie ChinHead of Public Relations, Spritzer BhdE: winniecgl@spritzer.com.my Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Financial Highlights:(RMB Million)For the Six Months Ended 30 June1H 20251H 2024% ChangeRevenue5,8506,007- 2.61%Gross Profit8481,003- 15.45%Profit Before Tax839899-6.67%Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company641687- 6.70%Basic Earnings per Share (RMB)0.140.15- 6.67%HONG KONG, Aug 20, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China BlueChemical Ltd. (“China BlueChem” or the “Company,” stock code: 3983), China’s largest chemical fertilizer central enterprise in both production capacity and production volume, has announced its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025. In the first half of 2025, the Company realized a revenue of RMB 5.85 billion, slightly down by 2.6% year-on-yearly. Net profit attributable to owners of the Company amounted to RMB 641 million, a slight year-on-year decrease of 6.7%.Mr. RAO Shicai, CEO of China BlueChem said, “Despite the complex and volatile external environment and internal structural adjustment pressures, the Company’s key operating indicators have been successfully achieved. During the period, the Company has strengthened its safety production management, actively expanded its market and sales channels, and further developed lean management, while at the same time steadily implementing various measures to stabilize growth, reinforce reforms, and enhance efficiency Moreover, the Company has consistently adhered to a philosophy of green and sustainable development. Its methanol plant has been awarded the honorary title of “Energy Efficiency Leader” by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation for 14 consecutive years, and its synthetic ammonia plant has been awarded the honorary title of “Water Efficiency Leader” by the China Nitrogen Fertilizer Industry Association for 6 consecutive years. It also won the “2025 ESG Model Enterprise Award” at the 4th International Green Zero-Carbon Festival and ESG Leadership Summit, setting a benchmark for sustainable development brands.”In respect of production management, the Company continuously strengthened production and operation control and system management, thoroughly implementing the concept of green development and stable safety production conditions. During the period, methanol production at CNOOC Fudao and the cumulative throughput at Basuo Port both reached new highs for corresponding periods in history. The CNOOC Huahe Chemical Fertilizer Plant achieved 314 days of continuous operation, making a new record of itself and setting outstanding production indicators. In the first half of the year, the Company produced 968,000 tonnes of urea, 781,000 tonnes of methanol, 450,000 tonnes of phosphate fertilisers and compound fertilizers, and 132,000 tonnes of acrylonitrile series products.With regard to sales management, amidst the complex and ever-changing market situation, the Company has continued to further strengthen market analysis and keep up with the market to implementprecise pricing. By solidifying the weekly production and sales coordination meeting mechanism, the Company has optimised storage and transportation coordination, and ensured efficient product circulation., It has also comprehensively advanced market expansion and efficiency improvements. In the first half of the year, the Company sold 996,000 tonnes of urea, 726,000 tonnes of methanol; 386,000 tonnes of phosphate fertilizers and compound fertilizers, and 127,000 tonnes of acrylonitrile series products.As for green development, the Company accelerated the implementation of key projects, successfully producing the first tonne of green methanol in China using urban waste as raw material, and obtaining International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) in the first half of the year. The green methanol has been successfully applied to domestically produced dual-fuel vessels, marking the first domestic use of green methanol. Furthermore, the Company achieved unified integration of monitoring data into the environmental protection information system, with pollutant emissions meeting standards at 100% for three consecutive years, and the number of environmental pollution incidents remaining at zero. The comprehensive utilization rate of phosphogypsum at DYK increased from 61.15% to 73.09%, exceeding the target requirements.Looking ahead to the second half of the year, urea will remain in a capacity expansion cycle and the overall market will continue to be oversupplied. In the third quarter, demand will be stronger driven by the combined impact of the export window and agricultural demand. Entering the fourth quarter, the release of new capacity and weakening demand will create a ripple effect, and prices are expected to remain under pressure. The prices of monoammonium phosphate may fluctuate within a narrow range at a high level, supported by strong raw material costs and favorable demand factors. The diammonium phosphate market is expected to maintain a stable consolidation cycle. In the third quarter, domestic autumn storage and export demand will resonate, resulting in strong overall demand and stable prices. In the fourth quarter, the demand for phosphate fertilizer is expected to decline overall, putting downward pressure on prices, but overall fluctuations will be relatively limited, supported by cost factors. In the second half of the year, the trend of methanol supply is expected to remain accommodative. Benefited from anti-involution in mainland China and the restriction policy on new coal-to-methanol projects, the supply and demand structure is expected to be improved. Downstream demand may see a phased recovery, with the overall market trend characterized by fluctuations. Regarding acrylonitrile, the oversupply situation will further intensify. Any improvement in acrylonitrile prices will require major domestic companies to reduce plant loads.Mr. RAO Shicai, CEO of China BlueChem said, “In the second half of 2025, the Company will refine its equipment management system to ensure safe and stable operation of facilities and establish a solid foundation for intrinsic safety. At the same time, it will focus on establishing its quality positioning, expanding market and sales, and enhancing marketing effectiveness. "AI+" initiatives will be promoted across the Company to accelerate the deep integration of digital technology and the real economy. In addition, the Company will push forward the study of key projects on the utilization of carbon-rich natural gas and strengthen communication matrix management to continuously enhance brand value.”About China BlueChemical Ltd.China BlueChemical Ltd. (“China BlueChem”) is a listed company that specialises in the development, production and sales of chemical fertilisers and synthetic chemical products. It is the largest Central enterprise in the field of chemical fertilisers in terms of both production capacity and production volume. The Company is a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation which mainly engages in the exploration, development, production and sales of crude oil and natural gas. On 29 September 2006, China BlueChem was listed on the main board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited with the stock code 3983. Currently, its production facilities are located in Hainan, Hubei and Heilongjiang, China, with a total designed annual production capacity of 1.84 million tonnes of urea, 1.3 million tonnes of phosphate and compound fertilisers (mono-ammonium phosphate, di-ammonium phosphate and compound fertiliser), 1.4 million tonnes of methanol, 200 thousand tonnes of acrylonitrile and 70 thousand tonnes MMA. It has a deep water port with a designed annual throughout capacity of 18.28 million tonnes in Dongfang city, Hainan province. Boasting continued growth of its brand value, the Company’s brand value reached historical high at RMB7.258 billion in 2025. Besides, the Company was awarded “ËSG Model Enterprise 2025” at the 4th International Green Zero-Carbon Festival Cum ESG Leaders Conference.For more information about the Company, please visit its website:www.chinabluechem.com.cn. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
BRISBANE, AUS, Aug 19, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cholrem Pty Ltd, an Australian pharmaceutical research company, has published a landmark study in Cardiology Research and Cardiovascular Medicine, revealing that its proprietary cyclodextrin-based therapy Cavadex reverses atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), the world's leading cause of death.Angiogram: Plaque Reduced Within 6 WeeksThe peer-reviewed case series demonstrates rapid symptom relief and significant regression of arterial plaque, marking a potential paradigm shift in heart disease treatment. The study followed 20 high-risk patients with advanced angina, with 18 (90%) reporting substantial symptom improvement (P0.0001) compared to expected outcomes. Objective imaging confirmed unprecedented results, including Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) score reductions (e.g., from 591 to 521) and a 70% coronary artery blockage reduced to 27%. Cavadex, formulated with 2-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD), stimulates the body's natural vascular repair, offering a faster, more effective approach than existing therapies.The late Professor Laurie G. Howes, a renowned Australian cardiologist and study co-author, called Cavadex "the greatest pharmacological development in cardiology since statins." U.S. cardiologist Dr. James C. Roberts, who has treated hundreds with the therapy, noted, "We're seeing rapid, profound improvements in high-risk patients, with objective plaque regression and an excellent safety profile, leveraging a TGA- and FDA-approved molecule."Cholrem, founded by Kyle Hodgetts - a heart disease patient who pioneered Cavadex after conventional treatments failed - has supplied over 20,000 units globally. Despite HPβCD's non-patentable status limiting industry investment, Cholrem is driving this breakthrough forward. The company urges global medical communities to launch large-scale trials to validate these findings for millions suffering from heart disease.About Cholrem Pty Ltd: Cholrem is dedicated to advancing cyclodextrin-based therapies to combat ASCVD, the world's top killer, with a mission to deliver innovative, life-saving treatments. Cardiology Research and Cardiovascular Medicine Published Paper: https://www.gavinpublishers.com/article/view/cyclodextrin-therapy-for-atherosclerotic-cardiovascular-disease-a-case-series-on-plaque-regression-and-symptomatic-improvementRelated Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JqIanZxmuQContact InformationKyle HodgettsCholrem Pty Ltd Founder & CEOinfo@cholrem.com+61 424830574Related Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JqIanZxmuQSOURCE: Cholrem Pty Ltd Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
- Langham Place Mall marks 20 years of excellence "Stay Local, Trend Global", becoming a brand hotspot with Chiikawa Ramen Buta’s premier overseas debut- Three Garden Road successfully concluded all 2025 expirations with high retention rate- Langham Place Office Tower unveiled “6D Wellness” concept, an innovative concept strengthening its positioning as a one-stop wellness and lifestyle hub- Lower Hibor reduced interest expenses; all 2025 debt successfully refinancedHONG KONG, Aug 19, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (stock code: 2778), the owner of Three Garden Road and Langham Place, announces its financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2025.Summary of financial results 1H 20251H 2024ChangeTotal Rental Income (HK$ million)1,0291,115- 7.6%Net Property Income (HK$ million)859954- 10.0%Distributable Income (HK$ million)476544- 12.6% Distribution per unit (HK$)0.07010.0809- 13.3% 30 Jun 202531 Dec 2024ChangeGross Value of Portfolio (HK$ million)58,09860,104- 3.3%Net Asset Value per unit (HK$)6.797.16- 5.2%Gearing Ratio24.5%23.7%+ 0.8ppOverviewWhile the global economy faced headwinds from trade tensions and geopolitical conflicts in the first half of 2025, Hong Kong’s market sentiment found support from several positive developments. A stock market revival, declining Hong Kong Interbank Offered Rates (“Hibor”) in the second quarter, stabilised residential sales and a steady tourism rebound helped counterbalance external pressures. However, persistent outbound travel by residents continued to divert spending elsewhere, weighing on local retail sales. Meanwhile, the office leasing market remained subdued, reflecting an ongoing imbalance between supply and demand. Against this backdrop, distributable income of the Trust decreased by 12.6% to HK$476 million and distribution per unit (“DPU”) declined by 13.3% to HK$0.0701.Ms. Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer of Champion REIT (Left), Ms. Amy Luk, Investment and Investor Relations Director of Champion REIT (Right)Three Garden RoadAlthough overall office leasing momentum in Central remained suppressed, we received increased leasing inquiries amid rising financial market activities, with demand primarily from finance-related firms. Several new small-sized tenants, including family offices, committed to establishing operations in the property, while an existing banking sector tenant expanded its presence here. Occupancy of Three Garden Road office was 80.7% as at 30 June 2025. Rental income of the property fell 5.4% to HK$540 million (2024: HK$571 million). We advanced lease renewal efforts, successfully concluding all 2025 expirations with a high retention rate, including several anchor tenant renewals. For 2026, over 70% of the expiring leases have already been renewed.Langham Place Office TowerDuring the reporting period, Langham Place Office Tower launched “6D Wellness” YouTube channel to strengthen the property’s positioning as a one-stop wellness and lifestyle hub. As at 30 June 2025, lifestyle (wellness) tenants comprised 68% of the property’s tenant mix. Occupancy of Langham Place Office Tower remained stable at 86.9% as at 30 June 2025. The expanded co-working space introduced a Social Wellness Hall for wellness workshops and events, resonating with the property’s wellness positioning. Market rental continued to face challenges with rental income dropped by 9.1% to HK$151 million (2024: HK$166 million).Ms. Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer of Champion REITLangham Place MallAs Langham Place Mall celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, it continues to embrace its bold “Stay Local, Trend Global” vision. Through immersive experiences and exclusive merchandise, we successfully attracted record crowds and drove sales, establishing new single-day footfall record in August. Recently, fashion brand BENLAI, marking its inaugural Hong Kong flagship presence in the mall, and Umbro’s first in town lifestyle themed pop-up store, have commenced operations. Further elevating the mall’s offerings, Chiikawa Ramen Buta has chosen this location for its premier overseas outlet, shortly becoming a hotspot since opening. Occupancy of Langham Place Mall remained high at 99.2% as at 30 June 2025, reaching full committed occupancy currently. Since changing consumer behaviour has posed challenges for tenants, rental income of the mall declined to HK$338 million (2024: HK$378 million).DistributionDistributable income of the Trust decreased by 12.6% to HK$476 million (2024: HK$544 million) and DPU declined by 13.3% to HK$0.0701 (2024: HK$0.0809). Based on the closing unit price of HK$2.08 recorded as at 30 June 2025, the total DPU represented an annualised distribution yield of 6.7%.Asset ValueThe appraised value of the Trust’s property portfolio was HK$58.1 billion as at 30 June 2025, declining by 3.3% from HK$60.1 billion as at 31 December 2024.SustainabilityWe continue to create shared values across our ecosystem through initiatives that drive climate resilience, build meaningful connections, and support community wellness. During the reporting period, we implemented an AI-powered chiller optimisation system at Three Garden Road, achieving 6.1% annual energy savings. Through our EcoChampion Pledge programme, we bring both office and retail tenants together in the shared commitment to fulfilling measurable environmental goals. Furthermore, Our Champion REIT ESG Gala, themed "Innovation - Inspiration · Integration", brought together over 1,000 tenants and business partners to advance sustainable operations and inclusive practices.OutlookAlthough Hong Kong retail sector has returned to growth and the financial market has rebounded, the overall operating environment of the Trust is expected to remain challenging in the rest of 2025. While lower HKD interest rates should reduce interest expenses, negative rental reversion will likely continue to suppress rental income and reduce distributions compared to last year. We remain committed to maintaining operational agility to navigate this competitive market landscape.About Champion REIT (stock code: 2778)Champion Real Estate Investment Trust is a trust formed to own and invest in income- producing office and retail properties. The Trust focuses on Grade A commercial properties in prime locations. It currently offers investors direct exposure to nearly 3 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail floor area. These include two Hong Kong landmark properties, Three Garden Road and Langham Place, as well as a joint venture stake in 66 Shoe Lane in Central London. The Trust has been awarded the top five-star rating by GRESB since 2023. Champion REIT is managed by Eagle Asset Management (CP) Limited, a member of the Great Eagle Group.Website: www.championreit.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
HONG KONG, Aug 19, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - uSMART Securities, a strategic investment of Chow Tai Fook (Holding) Limited, is pleased to announce the official launch of its new branches at Hong Kong’s Lok Ma Chau MTR Station and West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station, strategically positioned to serve cross-border clients and passengers. A grand opening ceremony was held at the West Kowloon branch, attended by prominent financial professionals.At the event, Mr. Neo Lee, Executive Director of uSMART Securities, stated: "To provide more accessible financial services, uSMART Group plans to open 12 service centers across Hong Kong and Singapore this year, covering key districts such as Tsim Sha Tsui, Causeway Bay, Tsuen Wan, Sheung Shui, and Sheung Wan. This expansion will enhance our regional service network and bring us closer to our local clients."“As a No.1 Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage^ with over 800,000 users globally, uSMART Securities is committed to elevating the investment experience. Our new branches offer comprehensive services, including investment consultations, account opening assistance, and personalized support for seniors and beginners to navigate our trading app," added Neo Lee.(From left to right: Business Development Director of uSMART Securities, Marketing Director of uSMART Securities, Executive Director of uSMART Securities, Head of Research and Asset Management of uSMART Securities and Business Development Manager of uSMART Securities)During the launch period, clients can enjoy exclusive mystery gift upon check in new shop, along with complimentary beverages, and mobile charging services. New customers who open an account at the branch will receive additional rewards. To further penetrate the Hong Kong market, uSMART Securities has introduced its "Trader Account", offering lifetime 0 commission for US and HK Stocks, plus 0 commission for US options trading for local clients.As a token of appreciation, uSMART Securities is rolling out a suite of 0 fee promotions for both new and existing clients, including:1)0% margin interest for IPO subscriptions | 0 handling fees for cash subscriptions2)0 commission & 0 platform fees for 100+ Hong Kong ETFs (covering high-dividend, virtual asset, and index ETFs)3)$0 cost to invest in US & HK stocks Monthly Investment Plan (no commission, platform fee, custody fee, and dividend collection fee)These offers are designed to support investors with different short, medium, and long-term investment strategies, ensuring all uSMART Securities clients could enjoy.Neo Lee also revealed that uSMART Group is actively expanding its teams in Hong Kong and Singapore to strengthen competitiveness. The Group’s newly established Manhattan office in New York will focus on serving hedge funds, family offices, and pre-IPO companies with institutional brokerage, asset allocation, and investment banking advisory services, reinforcing its leadership in fintech brokerage.Moving forward, uSMART Securities remains dedicated to customer-centric innovation, delivering premium offline services and cutting-edge financial solutions for global investors.^”No.1 Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage" is based on TradeGo Cloud data, with uSMART Securities ranking first in monthly transaction volume among local Hong Kong-funded internet brokers for over a year as of May 2025.Terms and conditions apply.About uSMART:Strategic investments from Chow Tai Fook (Holding) Limited, uSMART Securities is a leading Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage founded in 2018. Over the past seven years, it has pioneered the fusion of technology and finance, offering stocks trading, asset management, and wealth management solutions. Its proprietary platforms, uSMART HK APP and uSMART SG APP, operated by uSMART Securities (Hong Kong) and uSMART Securities (Singapore) respectively. It supports investments in Hong Kong stocks, US stocks, A-shares (Shanghai,Shenzhen,and Hong Kong stock connect), Singapore Stocks, Japan Stocks, UK Stocks, US options, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Asset Management, Structured Notes, Futures, Crypto, Precious Metals, Gold, and forex. Furthermore, uSMART is equipped with a highly professional research and asset management team that offers asset management, wealth management, securities brokerage, institutional business, LPF services, and investment banking, dedicated to serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, corporations, investment institutions, fund companies, and other brokerage firms with comprehensive asset management solutions.For details please visit: https://hk.usmartglobal.com/For any media queries, please contact:Carrie Wong9788 4665carriewong@usmart.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
TOKYO, August 19th, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech ("Hitachi High-Tech") is providing its MI Solutions using Materials Informatics ("MI") to the NOF Metal Coatings Group ("NOF"). We are working together to explore ways to improve the efficiency and sophistication of research and development operations. This has led to a more than 50% reduction in costs related to the number of experiments and time required, as well as to the discovery of new ideas that were difficult to achieve by our own know-how alone, thereby contributing to improved efficiency and sophistication in our research and development work.Background and OverviewNOF's high-performance thin layer coating technology is used to improve the durability and functionality of metals. NOF mainly develops and manufactures rust-proof materials that protect metals from rust, and provides them to a wide range of industries including the automotive and aviation industries, both in Japan and overseas. In recent years, there have been more and more demands regarding new value and product development, such as product safety and consideration for the environment. In addition, we have previously relied on the experience of experienced engineers for the advancement of research and development work, but as more experienced engineers are getting older and the number of young engineers increasing, we wanted to transform conventional methods and develop data-driven technologies in order to speed up our research and development process.Under these circumstances, Hitachi High-Tech provided its MI Solutions to NOF, aiming to accurately understand the current situation and identify key issues through repeated dialog, then provide continued support in solving these issues through MI and data analysis. As a result, NOF has managed to reduce the number and duration of experiments by more than 50% for research and development work of specific topics, compared to before using MI. They have also be enable to develop new ideas that could not be imagined using traditional methods, and have contributed to the development of more sophisticated and efficient products.The Specific Solution Offered by Hitachi High-TechMI, the core technology of Hitachi High-Tech's MI Solution, uses AI technology to predict physical properties and derive optimal conditions for manufacturing conditions and material blending ratios based on accumulated experimental data. Consulting support using MI and generative AI embodies the Lumada*1 3.0, which uses the Hitachi Group's domain knowledge and AI technology to transform data into value and resolve issues for customers and society.*1 Lumada: A collective term for solutions, services, and technologies based on Hitachi's advanced digital technologies for creating value from customers' data accelerating digital innovation.(1) Provision of a material data analysis environmentThey used Hitachi High-Tech's MI technology to analyze past study data for experimental candidates that can be expected to have the desired properties for development areas such as the anti-rust materials developed by NOF over many years. This led to a more than 50% reduction in costs related to the number of experiments and time required for specific research topics. It also led to new discoveries, which were difficult to achieve with conventional methods, demonstrating the effectiveness of data-driven development and contributing to the advancement of research and development.(2) Consulting support through customer successHitachi High-Tech directly provides customer support by data scientists and other people working on customer success at Hitachi High-Tech. This has enabled NOF to smoothly advance their use of MI even without in-house MI and data analysis experts. Also, by conducting thorough hearings with Hitachi High-Tech personnel, they were able to identify real issues in research and development work and propose appropriate approaches to resolve them, thereby improving efficiency and sophistication.Future OutlookHitachi High-Tech has been providing materials development solutions to a variety of domestic and overseas customers since 2021, focusing on materials and chemical manufacturers. NOF also has group companies overseas, and they are aiming to use MI technology at their overseas offices to further create value globally and increase adoption. The two companies will continue to work together to support the overseas expansion of NOF's use of MI technology, utilizing Hitachi High-Tech's expertise from providing solutions to a large number of customers. In addition, we will continue offering proposals and promoting collaborations aimed at improved efficiency and sophistication, such as further automation of research and development work, through seamless collaboration between MI and data generated from analysis equipment provided by Hitachi High-Tech, and through the use of AI technology and Hitachi Group assets.Going forward, Hitachi High-Tech will continue leveraging our capabilities of global frontline functions, domain knowledge, points of contact and technological capabilities to create solutions and business models that lead to solutions stemming from all forms of social issues, and to contribute to market growth in the industrial and social infrastructure fields.Related LinksMI Case study (NOF Metal Coatings)About MI SolutionsAbout Hitachi High-TechHitachi High-Tech provides cutting-edge technologies, products and services to society and customers with its corporate vision of "Changing the World and Future with the Power of Knowledge" to contribute to a sustainable global environment, healthy, safe and secure lives, and the sustained development of science and industry. We manufacture and sell clinical analyzers, biotechnology products and radiation therapy systems in the healthcare field, semiconductor manufacturing and inspection equipment in the semiconductor field, as well as analytical systems and electron microscopes used in environmental fields and materials research. We are also engaged in a wide range of business areas globally, providing high added-value solutions in battery, communication infrastructure, railway inspection, digital and other industrial and social infrastructure fields. We provide solutions through a deeper understanding of the issues facing society and our customers to contribute to realizing a sustainable society. The company's consolidated revenues for FY2024 were approx. JPY 756.5 billion. For further information, visit https://www.hitachi-hightech.com/global/en/Business ContactInformatics Promotion Dept.,Industrial & Social Infrastructure Business Group,Hitachi High-Tech CorporationInformatics.aj@hitachi-hightech.com Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
SHENZHEN, CHINA, Aug 19, 2025 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – On 18 August, China Medical System Holdings Limited (“CMS” or the “Company”) announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Reporting Period”), with both revenue and profit recording year-on-year growth, demonstrating the initial results of its strategic transformation. During the Reporting Period, the Company recorded revenue of approximately RMB4.00 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 10.8%. In the case that all medicines were directly sold by the Company, revenue would be approximately RMB4.67 billion, up 8.9% year-on-year. Net profit was approximately RMB0.93 billion, representing an increase of 3.1% year-on-year.
The results reflect that CMS has emerged from the shadow of National Volume-based Procurement (“National VBP”), and its performance is expected to return to a sustainable growth trajectory. Revenue from the Company’s key non-National VBP exclusive/branded products and innovative products (in the case that all medicines were directly sold by the Company) reached approximately RMB2.90 billion, up 20.6% year-on-year, accounting for 62.1% of total revenue. The company’s exclusive/branded products and innovative products have a favorable competitive landscape and high visibility of future growth, and have now become the main drivers of performance growth.
According to the interim results announcement, the company has been planning its “New CMS” blueprint since 2018, anchored on the three strategic pillars of “product innovation, commercial model reform, and international expansion” to build a sustainable second growth curve. By the first half of 2025, solid operating results and the steady delivery of innovation outcomes have confirmed that the Company’s strategic upgrade has been gradually translated into tangible achievements.
“New Products” Strategy Drives Innovation Value Realization and Solidifies Growth Momentum
At the forefront of the Company’s three strategic pillars, the “product innovation” strategy leverages a three-dimensional innovation mechanism of “overseas licensing, domestic collaboration, and in-house R&D” to continuously inject high-value short-, medium- and long-term pipelines, serving as a key growth engine. Currently, the innovation strategy has entered a period of continuous harvest, with new products continuously releasing commercial and clinical value.
To date, the Company has successfully commercialized five innovative drugs in China; By 2025, two innovative products — ruxolitinib cream and Desidustat Tablets—are also expected to receive marketing approvals. Ruxolitinib cream is the first and only topical JAK inhibitor approved by the U.S. FDA and the European Medicines Agency for repigmentation in non-segmental vitiligo, and is expected to become the first approved treatment for vitiligo in China, filling a market gap and bringing new hope to Chinese vitiligo patients. Additionally, the New Drug Application (NDA) for the Alzheimer’s disease drug ZUNVEYL in China was accepted in July this year; the consumer healthcare product Poly-L-lactic Acid Microparticle Filler Injection has been approved for marketing, further enriching the Company’s diversified product portfolio.
Among the innovative pipeline under R&D, several blockbuster candidates have entered the late-stage clinical development in China and are expected to be commercialized within the next one to three years, forming a new driving force for sustained growth.
Among these, the collaborative product Y-3 for Injection has completed Phase III clinical trials in China. This product is an original unimolecular Class 1 innovative drug and the only non-peptide PSD95/nNOS uncoupler that has entered clinical development, with potential to become the first dual-function brain cytoprotectant for treating ischemic stroke while preventing post-stroke depression and anxiety. Another oral small molecule Class 1 innovative drug, ABP-671 (a URAT1 inhibitor) for the treatment of gout and hyperuricemia, is progressing through Phase IIb/III clinical trials in China. Compared with existing mainstream drugs, ABP-671 has the potential to reduce uric acid to lower levels at lower doses and possesses gout-tophus dissolution capability, thereby offering patients a more effective and safer treatment option.
CMS continues to expand its innovative pipeline and enhance its end-to-end innovation capabilities to ensure the steady, phased marketing approval of innovative products. In H1 2025, two new collaborative R&D innovative products — ZUNVEYL and MG-K10 (a long-acting anti-IL-4Rα humanized monoclonal antibody injection) — were added to the portfolio. To date, the Company has deployed about 40 differentiated innovative pipeline products, including approximately 20 in-house R&D projects.
Advancing “New Models” and “New Markets” Strategies to Unlock Multi-dimensional Growth
According to the interim results announcement, CMS continues to advance its “New Models — Commercial Model Reform” strategy, forging anti-cyclical resilience through a diversified ecosystem. It also firmly implements its “New Markets – International Expansion” strategy, building a multi-dimensional growth framework via an industrial internationalization model.
Under the commercial model reform strategy, the Company continues to focus on specialty therapeutic fields while expanding into new retail and new media channels, building a comprehensive marketing and promotion system that covers both “in-hospital + out-of-hospital” and “online + offline” channels, and reinforcing its diversified product portfolio with consumer attributes. Its skin health business, Dermavon, has demonstrated strong potential in this particular segment with consumer attributes. Since its independent operation in 2021, Dermavon has achieved dual leadership in both the “coverage of dermatology indications” and the “revenue scale of dermatological prescription drugs”, and is proposed to be spun off and separately listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange by way of introduction and distribution in specie, to further unlock its standalone value and high-growth potential.
In terms of internationalization, CMS successfully completed its secondary listing on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange by way of introduction on 15 July 2025, marking a new milestone in its “industrial internationalization” strategy. With Singapore as a hub, the Company has established a comprehensive business system covering the entire value chain of “R&D–Manufacturing–Commercialization” for emerging markets. To date, its commercial platform company, Rxilient, has cumulatively submitted nearly 20 registration applications for pharmaceutical products and medical devices across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan Region, covering therapeutic fields such as dermatology, ophthalmology, oncology, autoimmune, and central nervous system. Ruxolitinib cream (vitiligo indication) has been approved for marketing in Macau and Hong Kong, and its registration applications have been submitted in Singapore and Taiwan Region. Intravenous Toripalimab (the first China-originated anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody drug that has been approved by the China NMPA and the U.S. FDA) has been submitted for registration in five countries, including Malaysia. Tildrakizumab Injection and Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide Chewable Tablets have also been approved for marketing in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, PharmaGend, an associate CDMO manufacturing facility in which CMS holds a 45.0% equity interest, now has an annual production capacity of 1 billion units of oral solid dosage forms (tablets and capsules), and has obtained a drug manufacturing license from Singapore’s HSA, U.S. FDA cGMP certification, and passed Swiss QP audits. The construction of new production lines for nasal sprays, creams, and injectables is progressing steadily, providing high-standard production and delivery capabilities for the international market.
Looking ahead, the growth logic of “New CMS” is expected to accelerate its realization, with profitability and performance resilience improving simultaneously. The Company is building a growth framework centered on differentiated innovation, driven by a synergistic and diversified ecosystem, and underpinned by an international footprint. This will open up long-term opportunities for high-quality development, deliver quality pharmaceutical products and services to patients worldwide, and generate sustainable returns for shareholders.
About CMS
CMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs.
CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients.
CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development of its advantageous specialty fields and expand business boundaries, strengthening the competitiveness of the cardio-cerebrovascular/gastroenterology/ophthalmology/ skin health businesses. Among them, the skin health business has become a leading enterprise in its field, bringing economies of scale in specialty therapeutic fields. Meanwhile, CMS continuously deepens its business development in the Southeast Asia and Middle East regions, further escorting the sustainable and healthy development.
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