HONG KONG, Aug 28, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On August 27, Ausnutria Dairy Corporation Ltd (Stock Code: 1717.HK, hereinafter referred to as “Ausnutria” or “the Company”) released its 2025 interim results announcement. According to the announcement, from January to June 2025, Ausnutria achieved operating revenue of approximately RMB 3.887 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.6%; EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) reached approximately RMB 398 million, a year-on-year increase of 29.7%; profit attributable to equity holders of the parent company amounted to approximately RMB 181 million, a year-on-year increase of 24.1%, demonstrating sustained resilient growth in both revenue and profit.According to the announcement, in the first half of 2025, facing a complex and volatile global economic landscape and intensifying competition in China's infant milk formula market, Ausnutria steadily advanced the “milk formulas + nutrition products” family nutrition strategy, further enhancing product strength, brand power, channel capabilities, digital intelligence and organizational capacity. With consumer trust, support from all sectors of society and the collective efforts of every employee of Ausnutria, revenue and profits continued the dual growth trend. Through unwavering perseverance as well as steady and solid steps, the Company is advancing toward a new phase of high-quality development.In terms of segmentation, Ausnutria's own-branded infant formula business recorded total revenue of approximately RMB2,826 million. Within this, the goat milk formula business delivered revenue of RMB1,865 million, up 3.1% year on year, with its market‑leading position remaining solid. According to Nielsen IQ, as of end‑June, the Company’s market share in China’s goat milk infant formula market increased by 2.8 percentage points year on year to 30.4%. In 2024, the Company also captured 84% share by both sales volume and sales value in China’s imported infant and toddler goat milk formula market and has maintained a market share of over 60% in this segment for seven consecutive years.[1] Meanwhile, Frost & Sullivan’s market research confirms that in 2024 Kabrita ranked No.1 globally in goat milk formula by both sales volume and sales value.[2] The cow milk formulas business achieved revenue of approximately RMB 961 million and the nutrition business achieved a 7.0% year-on-year increase in revenue and successfully expanded into overseas markets.In terms of region, the goat milk formulas business of China achieved revenue of approximately RMB 1.381 billion in 2024. The international business of goat milk formulas achieved revenue of approximately RMB 483 million, representing a substantial year-on-year increase of 65.7%. With multiple growth drivers contributing to explosive expansion, the international business further elevated its share of total revenue from the Company's own-branded goat milk formulas business to 25.9%. The announcement indicated that the Middle East continued to hold its position as Ausnutria's largest overseas sales market in the first half of 2025. Revenue in North America surged by over 138.7% year-on-year, becoming Ausnutria's second-largest revenue source of overseas markets, while revenue in the CIS region grew by 33.8% year-on-year. Ausnutria stated in the announcement that the overseas market of goat milk formulas business achieved a 65.7% year-on-year growth in the first half of the year, reaching new heights after maintaining a high double-digit compound growth rate over the past two years. The nutrition business has gained significant momentum in its strategic deployment, emerging as a key driver of the Company's development.Data sources:[1] NielsenIQ retail tracking data for imported infant and toddler goat milk formula. Period: 2018–2024 (seven consecutive years). Channel coverage: urban mother-and-baby specialty retail channel in the following provinces and municipalities: Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Henan, Guangdong, Hunan, Hubei, Fujian, Jiangxi, Beijing, Tianjin, Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning, Shandong, Shanxi, Hebei, Shaanxi, Sichuan, Chongqing, Guizhou, Yunnan and Guangxi.[2] Frost & Sullivan, “Independent Research Report on the Global Goat Milk Formula Market” (April 2025). The confirmation is based on Frost & Sullivan’s research into the global goat milk formula market, including analysis of 2024 sales volume and sales value of major goat milk formula brands worldwide. The research data cover January–December 2024. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
HONG KONG, Aug 28, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Baguio Green Group Limited ("Baguio" or the "Group", 01397.HK) is pleased to announce its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Period”).During the Period, the Group’s revenue amounted to approximately HK$1,353.5 million, representing an increase of approximately 4.8% as compared to the same period last year. The overall gross profit margin increased from 7.5% for the same period last year to 9.8%, driving the overall gross profit up by approximately 37.0% to approximately HK$133.0 million. Profit for the Period amounted to approximately HK$58.8 million, representing an increase of approximately 128.1% as compared to the same period last year.Business Overview and ProspectsThe Group’s core business, cleaning services, recorded growth during the Period. Revenue from cleaning services increased by 4.0% to approximately HK$1,076.5 million, accounting for approximately 79.6% of the Group’s total revenue. Gross profit margin of the cleaning business increased from 6.4% for the same period last year to 7.9%, driving the gross profit up by 27.4% to approximately HK$84.7 million, mainly due to the Group’s new cleaning service contracts with various Government departments and different institutions. The Group’s cleaning services cover various scenarios, including Government streets, markets, leisure venues, hospitals and clinics. Other cleaning sites cover numerous different places such as universities, large exhibition centers, Hong Kong International Airport, housing estates and private institutions.Waste management and recycling business recorded revenue of approximately HK$145.3 million, accounting for approximately 10.7% of the Group’s total revenue. The gross profit margin of the waste management and recycling business surged significantly from 12.9% for the same period last year to 19.2%, driving the gross profit of this business up by approximately 46.6% to approximately HK$28.1 million, mainly due to the Government’s proactive promotion of recycling and the substantial expansion of the network of recycling spots, including those for food waste, which facilitated public participation and effectively stimulated collection, and the contribution from the green technology business. The Group continued to provide Government-related waste collection services for five districts, serving a population of approximately 1.6 million. In terms of recycling, the Group is contracted by the EPD of the Government to provide collection services for thousands of recycling spots (including plastics, glass bottles, metals, waste paper and food waste) across Hong Kong. During the Period, the Group provided collection services for recycling bins in public places and schools. Baguio also provides collection services for Recycling Stations of “GREEN@COMMUNITY”, introduced by the EPD, recycling stores and smart recycling machines, and other institutions in Hong Kong. In addition, the Group also provides the Government with glass bottles collection and management services and food waste collection services in several districts in Hong Kong, and is one of the market leaders.Regarding green technology business, the Group won a new contract to supply the Government with a new generation of solar-powered compacting refuse bins. This innovative product is designed with an auto-sensing inlet and indicator lights, and under its sealed design, it is equipped with devices for ventilation, lighting, and deodorization. Meanwhile, it is equipped with a big data platform and wireless technology to monitor data in real time, enabling effective tracking of the status of waste collection points, strategic deployment of resources, optimization of operational efficiency, and enhanced planning for future initiatives. Furthermore, the solar-powered compacting refuse bins adopt solar panels and rely on renewable energy, which significantly reduces carbon emissions. They can be flexibly deployed in various scenarios, suitable for remote areas where there are no refuse collection points. This product is expected to be gradually launched into the market in the year.The Group seized the opportunity of smart city development and has been committed to expanding its market share of smart recycling in recent years. Currently, Baguio’s smart recycling products, such as smart recycling machines, smart food waste recycling machines, and smart balances, have been deployed in different places across Hong Kong, including Government venues and schools, private housing estates, commercial buildings, theme parks, large-scale exhibition venues, and sports stadiums. These products provide the public with convenient recycling services 24 hours a day and help increase Hong Kong’s overall recycling volume.In partnership with Jardine Engineering Corporation Limited, the Pilot Biochar Production Plant at the EcoPark in Tuen Mun has commenced operation. By converting yard waste into high-quality biochar with pyrolysis technology for various applications, the production plant effectively “turns waste into useful resources”.As for the landscaping business, the Group provides landscaping services for a wide range of clients, including large private residences, Government premises, schools, shopping malls, hotels, airports, Hong Kong Housing Authority, Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hong Kong Science Park, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Lingnan University, etc. During the Period, the Group provided landscaping services for Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park, Nano Parks, and the Tung Chung New Town Extension (West).For pest management business, the Group continued to provide pest management services in Wong Tai Sin and Tai Po districts during the Period. In addition, the Group provided termite control and monitoring services to 29 monuments under the Antiquities and Monuments Office and 24 temples under the Chinese Temples Committee respectively.As of 30 June 2025, the Group’s contracts on hand amounted to approximately HK$3.10 billion, providing considerable revenue for subsequent years.Subsequent to the Reporting Period, the Group has been successfully awarded a 3-year contract from the Marine Department of the Government for approximately HK$150 million for the provision of “Marine Refuse Cleansing and Disposal Services in the Eastern Waters of Hong Kong”. This contract marks a significant milestone for Baguio, as it represents a strategic expansion of its service portfolio from land to sea, further strengthening its leading position in Hong Kong’s integrated environmental services market. Under the contract, Baguio will deliver comprehensive marine refuse cleansing and ship refuse collection services in the Eastern Waters of Hong Kong starting from 1 October 2025 including, but not limited to: Victoria Harbour, Central, Sheung Wan, Causeway Bay, Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei, Cheung Sha Wan, Shau Kei Wan, Kwun Tong, Sai Kung, Tolo Harbour and Tai Po. Winning this contract signifies strong market recognition of Baguio’s outstanding performance over the past 45 years. The Group will seamlessly extend its professional standards and operational efficiency in land-based waste management to the marine environment, striving to safeguard Hong Kong’s valuable marine ecosystem and present a cleaner, more beautiful Victoria Harbour to both residents and tourists.Recently, the Group has been successfully awarded two 35-month contracts from the EPD, with a total value of approximately HK$43 million. Starting from September 2025, the Group will be responsible for operating the “GREEN@Tai Wo” and “GREEN@Po Lam” recycling stores, and will collaborate with nearby buildings, organizations, and community stakeholders to establish and operate fixed and mobile recycling spots for waste collection, provide community recycling support to facilitate citizens, and promote and educate the public on waste sorting and recycling in the community to strengthen citizens’ recycling habits.In addition, the Promotion of Recycling and Proper Disposal of Products (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2025 submitted by the Government was passed by the Legislative Council on 23 July 2025. This bill establishes a common legal framework for producer responsibility scheme applicable to different products. Under this framework, the Government plans to submit the producer responsibility scheme on plastic beverage containers and beverage cartons in the coming year. The scheme encourages citizens to return used containers for recycling to earn rebate, which will help significantly increase the recycling rate. Benefiting from the scheme, Baguio’s recycling volume is expected to be directly driven up, providing attractive returns for the Group’s long-term investments in recycling services and competitive barriers.The Government is actively developing the Northern Metropolis. Four new development areas include Kwu Tung North/Fanling North, Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen, Yuen Long South, and San Tin Technopole are under construction. The Government has resumed more than 400 hectares of private land within these four new development areas, completed land levelling for 80 hectares, and is progressively handing over these lands to relevant departments for building road and railway infrastructure, public and private housing, schools, public markets, ecological conservation, as well as development of innovation and technology industry. The Group believes that this will bring opportunities for many of its core businesses.Looking forward, the Group will continue to increase the market share of its core businesses and proactively engage in expansion in Hong Kong and beyond. Meanwhile, in line with the development of the Company, it will actively explore potential mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures or new business projects to accelerate future business growth and deliver substantial and long-term returns to shareholders.For details of the Group's 2025 interim results announcement, please visit:https://www.baguio.com.hk/en/investor/notices/ About Baguio Green Group LimitedEstablished in 1980, Baguio Green Group (Stock code: 01397.HK) is one of Hong Kong’s largest integrated environmental management solution providers. It provides a full spectrum of professional services including professional cleaning, waste collection & recycling, waste management, green technology, green products, horticulture & landscaping, and pest control. The Group delivers innovative environmental solutions using the latest technologies to serve a wide range of customers in various sectors including Government departments, statutory organizations and multinational corporations. Fully committed to ESG, the Group works relentlessly to advance sustainable development and create a cleaner, greener, healthier city for a greener tomorrow.Baguio Green Group Limited, https://www.baguio.com.hk [XHKG:01397] Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
TOKYO, Japan, August 28, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of July 2025.For more details, please visit: https://global.honda/content/dam/site/global-en/newsroom-new/cq_img/news/2025/08/c250828beng/c250828beng.pdf Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
Toyota City, Japan, August 28, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation announces its sales, production, and export results for July 2025, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd.Click here for detailed sales, production, and export results ("Detailed data (Excel)")Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all. We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate. Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our Guiding Principles in pursuit of a safer, greener and more inclusive society. Today, as we transform into a mobility company developing connected, automated, shared and electrified technologies, we also remain true to our Guiding Principles and many of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to help realize an ever-better world, where everyone is free to move.SDGs Initiatives: https://global.toyota/en/sustainability/sdgs/ Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
KARIYA, JAPAN, August 28, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Graduate School of Engineering at the University of Tokyo (Dean: Yasuhiro Kato, hereinafter "the University of Tokyo") and DENSO CORPORATION (Headquarters: Kariya, Aichi Prefecture; President & CEO: Shinnosuke Hayashi, hereinafter "DENSO") have jointly established a Social Cooperation Program*1, "Building Sustainable Production System Infrastructure with Advanced AI Technology" as of Tuesday, April 1, 2025.This course aims to further enhance Japan’s strength in lean manufacturing technology*2—a hallmark of its manufacturing industry—by leveraging digitalization and AI technologies, thereby constructing a new operational platform for next-generation production systems. The initiative will focus on systematizing the expertise traditionally handed down by skilled professionals on the production floor and promoting the sustainable evolution of production systems. In addition, by organizing and applying the information collected, the course will contribute to developing human resources for the future of manufacturing by integrating these insights into next-generation manufacturing education.*1 Social Cooperation Program:In the context of Japanese universities, this refers to a specialized course or research program established within a faculty or graduate school, funded and co-developed in partnership with external organizations such as private companies (excluding national research and development agencies). The aim is to jointly address common public-interest issues through collaborative research and education.*2 Lean Manufacturing technology:A production management and on-site operations methodology that achieves highly efficient manufacturing by thoroughly eliminating waste. Lean manufacturing is widely recognized for optimizing processes and maximizing productivity and is a distinctive strength of Japanese manufacturing industries.Conceptual Diagram of Sustainable Production System- BackgroundWhile Japanese manufacturing is distinguished by its strength in lean manufacturing technologies, the industry is currently facing serious challenges such as a declining labor force and difficulties in passing down specialized skills and expertise. To overcome these issues and achieve sustainable growth, it is imperative to accelerate digitalization on the factory floor and leverage AI technologies.Although enormous amounts of data are accumulated daily at production sites, the reality is that this data is not being fully utilized. Furthermore, the expert skills and judgment possessed by experienced workers—often referred to as "tacit knowledge"—are inherently difficult to formalize and transfer, making knowledge succession a significant challenge. In order to dramatically enhance productivity and build resilient production systems capable of adapting to change, it is essential to integrate extensive data with expert knowledge through AI technologies, thereby creating new value for the manufacturing sector.- OverviewProgram Name: "Building Sustainable Production System Infrastructure with Advanced AI Technology"Duration: April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2029Affiliated Department: Graduate School of Engineering, The University of TokyoCollaborating Company: DENSO CORPORATIONResponsible faculty member:Jun Ota (Professor, Research into Artifacts, Center for Engineering (RACE), School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo)Yasushi Umeda (Professor, Department of Precision Engineering, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo)Tatsunori Hara (Associate Professor, Research into Artifacts, Center for Engineering (RACE), School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo)Kohei Kaminishi (Project Lecturer, Research into Artifacts, Center for Engineering (RACE), School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo)dedicated website: https://denso.fa.race.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/- Contents of Specific ResearchSystematization of Knowledge on Data Analysis Processes and Logic for Production System OperationsWe will systematize the processes and logic for analyzing operational data obtained from manufacturing sites and translating these insights into improvements, establishing them as reusable knowledge.Extraction of Information from Operational Data and Process/Equipment Models; Analysis and Inference of Causes of Abnormality and CountermeasuresWe will combine detailed operational data such as sensor data and images with models of production processes and equipment and use AI to extract useful information. Based on this, we are developing technology to automatically analyze and infer the causes of production abnormalities and countermeasures.Model and Knowledge Management for the Sustainable Development of Production System Operation PlatformsWe will establish effective model management and knowledge management methods to keep the developed knowledge models and accumulated knowledge up to date, enabling the production system to continuously evolve and develop.Systematization of Research Outcomes and Application to Next-Generation Monozukuri EducationWe will organize and systematize the research outcomes obtained through this course and apply them to the development of educational programs designed to cultivate talent for the future of Monozukuri, where AI and data utilization are essential.We aim to establish methods that contribute to the construction of a sustainable next-generation production system operation platform by combining the University of Tokyo's cutting-edge AI research capabilities with DENSO's manufacturing knowledge and technologies cultivated over many years.Reference 1: To commemorate the launch of this joint lecture series, we will hold a public kickoff symposium to introduce its activities to a wide audience. Through presentations on research topics by lecture series members and panel discussions by speakers, we will examine the future of next-generation production systems.Symposium OverviewDate: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Optional Tour: 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM)Venue: Room 51, 1st Floor, Building 5, Faculty of Engineering, Hongo Campus, The University of Tokyo, and online (via Zoom)Participation fee: FreeFor details such as how to apply, please refer to the website of the Research into Artifacts, Center for Engineering (RACE), The University of Tokyo. (https://race.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/Reference 2: To foster a sense of unity between the University of Tokyo and DENSO, and to encourage deeper empathy with DENSO’s philosophy, the dedicated classroom in Building 5 of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo used for this course will be decorated with DENSO’s corporate colors and logo from September 2025 until March 2029, when the course concludes. 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TOKYO, Japan, August 28, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to exhibit a wide variety of Honda mobility products, including motorcycles, automobiles, power products and aircraft, as well as related technologies and concept models at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (Press days: October 29 – 30, Public days: October 31 – November 9, 2025).Honda is planning to share more information about the exhibit in stages leading up to the start of the show. Today, Honda unveiled the concept of the Honda booth and some of the models that will be included in the exhibit, and introduced the outline of Honda exhibits for the “Main Programs” to be organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA).Images of Honda booth*Note: Vehicles/exhibits shown in these images differ from the actual exhibits.Honda Japan Mobility Show 2025 special website:http://global.honda/en/japan-mobility-show/2025/Honda to exhibit a wide variety of mobility products and technologies for land, sea and skies created by “The Power of Dreams.”Since its founding, Honda has always been driven by the dreams of Honda associates and creating mobility products using its original technologies and ideas. As a comprehensive mobility company, Honda continues to take on challenges to augment possibilities for people and society through its mobility products and services.At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, Honda will exhibit a wide variety of its mobility products for land — mostly automobiles and motorcycles — as well as mobility products for the sea and skies, which represent Honda dreams realized with its latest technologies.The exhibit will include Honda 0 Series EV models, scheduled for global market introduction in 2026, as well as motorcycle and automobile models which are already on the market. In addition, Honda will bring back the full-size interior mockup of the HondaJet Elite II light business jet, which was exhibited at the Japan Mobility Show 2023, welcoming visitors to step into the mockup to experience the spacious interior of HondaJet.The Honda booth is designed to enable the visitors to experience dream-inspiring mobility products Honda created with its original technologies and ideas while being driven by its own dreams. The complete list of items to be included in the Honda exhibit will be shared toward the end of September, via news release and the Honda Japan Mobility Show 2025 special website.Some of the key models to be on displayAutomobiles:Honda 0 Saloon Prototype – Japan premiereThe Honda 0 Saloon, the flagship model of the Honda 0 Series, is based on the newly developed dedicated EV architecture and will feature a number of next-generation technologies that embody the “Thin, Light, and Wise” development approach of the Honda 0 Series.Honda 0 SUV Prototype – Japan premiereThe Honda 0 SUV Prototype is the prototype of a mid-size EV SUV, which will be the first Honda 0 Series model to be launched to market. By applying the “Thin, Light, and Wise” approach to an SUV, the interior space was further increased, and a spacious cabin was achieved with an outstandingly clear and unrestricted field of view and great flexibility.Motorcycles:CUV e: – Production modelThe Honda CUV e: is a Class-2 category*1 electric personal commuter powered by Honda Mobile Power Pack e: swappable battery.Rebel 1100 S Edition Dual Clutch Transmission – Production modelHonda Rebel 1100 is a large-size cruiser model equipped with a dual clutch transmission.Other Honda mobility products:HondaJet Elite II – Full-size interior mockupHondaJet Elite II is a light business jet that realizes the ultimate ownership experience and comfort, with enhanced performance over the HondaJet Elite and the further pursuit of functional beauty.Honda BF350 Large-size Outboard Motor – Production model Honda BF350 is a flagship model of Honda outboard motors, which combines high power and fuel efficiency while featuring simple and clean styling that suits any boat.Honda to exhibit within the “Main Programs” organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA)- Tokyo Future Tour 2035 – Excited about the future of mobility –The Tokyo Future Tour 2035 program is designed to inspire excitement about the future of Japan including how mobility products and services will play important roles in society. Visitors can experience near-future technologies and how such technologies will change people’s daily lives 10 years from now.Honda is planning to exhibit multiple items including the Miimo Series robotic lawn mower models and the UNI-ONE personal mobility device that enables the user to move in all directions simply by shifting their body weight while sitting.- Mobility Culture Program – Excited about mobility products themselves –The Mobility Culture Program, that could not be realized anywhere but the Japan Mobility Show, will focus on various forms of mobility products and the stories behind them — mainly with cars and motorcycles that have long been deeply rooted in people’s daily lives and have continued to bring excitement to many people.Honda is planning to exhibit the McLaren Honda MP4/4, which established the then-record for most wins in a single season of the FIA*2 Formula One (F1) World Championship – 15 wins in 16 races – and won the double crown of the Constructors’ and Drivers’ titles in 1988. The Honda exhibit will also include multiple motorcycle models, such as the NSR 500, which captured the championship in the 500cc class of the FIM*3 Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix in 1994.- Startup Future Factory – Excited about mobility business –The Startup Future Factory program will bring together cutting-edge technologies and unique ideas of startup companies which will shape the future of mobility, showcasing co-creation activities toward next-generation businesses in the mobility industry.Honda is planning to set up a booth dedicated to the Honda IGNITION program, a new business creation program of Honda, which encourages Honda associates to apply their unique technologies and ideas to solve societal issues and create new value for people and society.- Out of KidZania in Japan Mobility ShowThis collaborative program with KidZania, which operates facilities that offer kids realistic role-play opportunities for career and social experiences, will enable visitors in grades 1 to 6 to have fun experiencing various careers related to the mobility industry.Honda is planning to offer interactive content through which visitors will have fun learning about the mechanical structure of Honda UNI-ONE and drafting new business proposals for the utilization of UNI-ONE. JAMA is planning to share more details about each of these programs and exhibits from September onward. *1 The Class-2 category: A category defined by the Road Vehicles Act of Japan as “vehicles equipped with two or more wheels and an engine with total displacement of more than 50 cc and less than 125cc or an electric motor with rated output of more than 0.6 kW and less than 1.0kW.”*2 Federation Internationale de l’Automobil*3 Federation Internationale de MotocyclismeAbout Japan Mobility Show 2025Organizer:Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc.Dates:Press Days: October 29 & 30, 2025General Public Days: October 31(13:30) – November 9, 2025Venue:Tokyo Big Sight (location: Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan)Official website:https://www.japan-mobility-show.com/ (Japanese)https://www.japan-mobility-show.com/en/ (English) Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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[Hong Kong－29, August 2025] The reputable international inspection and testing company, China Leon Inspection Holding Limited (“Leon Inspection” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")(Stock code: 1586.HK) is pleased to announce that, amidst a complex environment marked by escalating geopolitical conflicts, fluctuating trade policies, and rising uncertainties in the commodity market, the Group has adhered to its “long-termism” development philosophy. By intensifying strategic investments in the expansion of its global service network and the research and application of AI technology, the Group has laid a solid foundation for sustainable mid-to-long-term growth. In the first half of 2025, the Company achieved revenue of approximately HK$602.8 million, with profit attributable to the Company’s owners for the period amounting to approximately HK$40.7 million. Investments in global network expansion, AI-driven technological innovation, and talent development during the first half of the year have impacted short-term performance but have significantly strengthened the Group’s triple moat of “service network + innovative technology + brand credentials.” This positions the Group to seize broader growth opportunities in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry, enhancing its long-term value creation capabilities.
Global Service Network Upgraded Further, Capturing Opportunities in Emerging Markets
The Group continues to deepen its global presence and diversify its business operations. Its service network, previously covering major trading ports and hub cities in the Asia-Pacific region, has now extended to multiple emerging markets. In the first half of 2025, the Group accelerated its overseas market expansion, adding 200 new overseas employees and focusing on high-potential markets such as Africa and the Middle East, injecting strong momentum into the Group’s performance growth. As of June 30, 2025, the Group’s global network comprises 80 branches and professional laboratories across 19 countries, with a global workforce of 3,574 employees, significantly enhancing its localized service capabilities and customer response efficiency.
Focusing on AI-Driven Technological Innovation, Ushering in a New Era for the TIC Industry
In the first half of 2025, the Group prioritized AI as a key area for technological application, seizing opportunities in the AI industry’s rapid development. The Group made significant strategic investments in the research and application of AI robotics, proactively preparing for industry transformation through forward-looking efforts in talent acquisition and technological upgrades. By leveraging AI and robotics to drive technological innovation, the Group has accelerated AI empowerment across business scenarios, establishing a blueprint for intelligent enterprise development.
In the first quarter of this year, the Group announced phased achievements in AI technology applications, achieving breakthroughs in innovative applications and deploying them across three key scenarios. The Group’s Information Technology Center, through its independently developed “Leon AI System,” has pioneered the deep integration of large-scale AI models with core energy inspection operations, marking the official transition of traditional inspection services into an “intelligent-driven” new phase. Additionally, addressing the personalized needs of modern enterprise safety production, the Group has integrated IoT, big data analytics, and multimodal AI technologies to advance the development and implementation of an intelligent safety production platform. This platform, powered by AI, aims to optimize enterprise safety management efficiency by deeply analyzing unique safety risk characteristics and seamlessly integrating with operational systems. In the second half of 2025, the Group plans to further advance the global deployment of its AI system, achieving continuous breakthroughs in establishing cross-border intelligent inspection mutual recognition systems, developing AI-based carbon emission accounting modules, and building quality prediction models for energy commodities.
Commodity Business Reaches New Heights, Professional Services and Brand Credibility Recognized by the Market
Leveraging its outstanding technical qualifications and global service experience, the Group has solidified its leadership in the commodity inspection sector. In the first half of 2025, the Group secured qualifications as a designated inspection agency for the Shanghai Futures Exchange’s “aluminum alloy futures” and the Guangzhou Futures Exchange’s “polysilicon futures.” To date, the Group has obtained qualifications from China’s five major exchanges (Shanghai Futures Exchange, Dalian Commodity Exchange, Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange, Guangzhou Futures Exchange, and Shanghai International Energy Exchange) for 13 core futures products, including ferroalloys, lithium carbonate, and industrial silicon. This makes the Group one of the most comprehensive inspection agencies in China, covering new energy metals, ferrous metals, and non-ferrous metals, laying a strong foundation for serving global commodity industry leaders. Moving forward, the Group will accelerate expansion into emerging markets such as the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, focusing on high-growth new energy sectors, reinforcing professional technical barriers, and fostering differentiated competitive advantages. With impartial, efficient, and professional services, the Group will contribute to the high-quality and sustainable development of the new energy industry, enhancing its global competitiveness.
Below is the list of futures inspection qualifications obtained by the Group and its subsidiaries from major exchanges to date:
Exchange
Futures products
Shanghai Futures Exchange
Copper, aluminum, zinc, alumina,
aluminum alloy
Dalian Commodity Exchange
Coking coal, coke, iron ore
Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange
Thermal coal, ferrosilicon, manganese-silicon
Guangzhou Futures Exchange
Industrial silicon, lithium carbonate, polysilicon
Shanghai International Energy
Exchange
Bonded copper
Comprehensive ESG Service Capabilities Highlighted, Green and Low-Carbon Achievements Recognized by Authorities
Aligned with its core ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) sustainable development strategy, the Group has adopted a three-dimensional approach—“ESG-Friendly, ESG+, ESG-Focused”—to provide clients with comprehensive green services covering “inspection, consulting, and trading.” In clean energy, the Group has developed full-lifecycle service capabilities for wind and solar power, including manufacturing supervision, unit maintenance testing, and power generation stability optimization. In environmental protection, the Group’s Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) services help enterprises reduce pipeline accident rates and achieve low-carbon emission reductions. In climate change, the Group’s expertise in carbon asset trading and carbon neutrality solutions has positioned it as a core trader in the Beijing carbon market, earning the “2024 Best Trading Award” from the Beijing Green Exchange, underscoring the industry’s high recognition of the Group’s carbon market service capabilities. As global carbon market regulations become clearer, the Group will further leverage its expertise in carbon market mechanisms and its ability to integrate government and enterprise resources to help more clients align with international carbon reduction frameworks, seizing opportunities in the green and low-carbon transition.
Mr Li Xiangli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of China Leon Inspection Holding Limited stated that: “Short-term performance fluctuations are an inevitable part of strategic investments. The Group remains committed to long-term value creation. Moving forward, we will focus on deepening our global presence, advancing AI-driven technological innovation, and strengthening ESG capabilities to build an inimitable competitive moat, continuously creating long-term value for shareholders, clients, and society.”
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About China Leon Inspection Holding Limited
China Leon Inspection Holding Limited (stock code: 1586. HK) was listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange in 2016. The Company is China’s first international leading inspection and testing company listed in Hong Kong, focusing on integrated solutions for climate change and green and low-carbon sustainable development. The Company provides global industry leaders with a wide range of one-stop services in testing, and inspection, as well as technical and consulting services around the clock, focusing on four key areas, namely commodity services, clean energy, environmental protection and climate change, empowering global industry leaders to achieve ecofriendly and low-carbon transformation. The Company continues to strengthen its global network layout, expanding its presence from major trading ports and hub cities in the Asia Pacific region to emerging markets in South America and Africa serves, and comprises 80 branches and professional laboratories globally. ESG-oriented development is a key priority for the Company’s “3+X” development strategy. Through the three main implementation dimensions of (1) ESG-Friendly+; (2) ESG+; and (3)ESG+-Focused , we have achieved our ESG development strategies, fulfilled our corporate social responsibility, and contributed to the green and low-carbon transition of the industry.
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HONG KONG, Aug 29, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As Western fast food gains increasing acceptance among local consumers, China's Western quick-service restaurant (QSR) market continues its rapid expansion.DPC Dash Ltd - Domino’s Pizza China (1405.HK), Domino's Pizza's exclusive master franchisee in the China Mainland, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, and the Macau Special Administrative Region of China, recently reported its first-half 2025 results. The company has distinguished itself in China's intensely competitive Western fast-food landscape, setting a new benchmark for strong performance while maintaining operational efficiency and strengthening market competitiveness.Strong Financial Performance Reflects Multiple Competitive AdvantagesAccording to Frost & Sullivan, DPC Dash became China's second-largest pizza brand by 2024 sales revenue. The company has not rested on its laurels, with 2025 first-half results demonstrating exceptional performance across multiple metrics, achieving historical highs while sustaining growth momentum. Revenue has maintained double-digit growth for consecutive years, reaching RMB2.59 billion, up 27.0% year-over-year. After achieving its first full-year positive reported and adjusted net profit in 2024, the company posted dramatic net profit growth of 504.4% in the first half of 2025 to RMB65.92 million, while adjusted net profit surged 79.6% to RMB91.42 million. The simultaneous achievement of revenue growth and profit expansion amid market volatility underscores the company's growth resilience.DPC Dash has rapidly expanded its store network in recent years. Since the current management team began its tenure in the third quarter of 2017, the company has effectively implemented its "go-deeper, go-broader" store expansion strategy, growing from approximately 100 stores to 1,198 stores across 48 mainland Chinese cities. Since entering the Central and Western China market in December 2022, the company has established 100 stores within just two and a half years. DPC Dash’s expansion strategy emphasizes quality over speed. The company has established rigorous site evaluation standards to ensure each new location meets the fundamentals required for long-term profitability, a disciplined approach that has maintained its store closure rate well below industry benchmarks. Store quality is reflected not merely in quantity but in sales performance that leads the global Domino's system. New market entries have been enthusiastically received by local consumers, with long queues frequently observed at newly opened Domino’s Pizza stores. The first store in Shenyang broke the previous annual sales record of over RMB 31 million set by the Xiamen SM Phase III store within just 198 days of operation. In August 2025, the first Handan store shattered global Domino's first-day sales records with over RMB540,000 in sales and more than 6,000 orders. DPC Dash currently occupies 48 of the top 50 positions for first 30-day sales among the Domino's network of over 21,500 stores worldwide. DPC Dash has demonstrated remarkable business resilience. Even under the twin pressures of new store openings and market volatility, the company achieved positive same-store sales growth (SSSG), when adjusting for the impact of high-performing stores entering their SSSG cycles, a testament to its superior operational discipline.The SIAL "2025 Pizza New Innovation White Paper" identifies surging demand for delivery as a primary driver of robust growth in China's pizza market. In 2022, China's online pizza market share surpassed in-store sales for the first time, reaching 58.1%, with online market share expected to continue rising in the coming years. DPC Dash has been providing reliable delivery services for years, offering a "30-minute delivery guarantee with free pizza vouchers for late deliveries” service commitment, achieving 94% overall on-time delivery rates during the first half of 2025, which establishes a foundation for future online market expansion.Multi-Pronged Strengths in Product and Operations Deepen Consumer ExperienceLeveraging Domino's global brand assets and local supply chain management capabilities, DPC Dash has progressively achieved operational efficiency while providing consumers with delicious pizza at value and diverse dining experiences.In the QSR industry, taste represents one of the primary competitive advantages. DPC Dash maintains classic, bestselling Domino’s products on its menu while preserving pricing consistency over the years, ensuring consumers receive familiar tastes and experiences even after an extended period since their last visit, creating strong brand familiarity and consumer trust. Meanwhile, DPC Dash continuously embraces new trends and product innovation, actively exploring flavor and ingredient combinations while introducing crust diversification. In the first half of 2025, the company further enriched its popular durian pizza and volcano crust offerings, introducing Dubai Chocolate Musang King Durian Pizza and Cocoa Volcano Crust, among others, while adding new combinations including Tuscany-Inspired Cheese Salmon Pizza and Stuffed Crust (Cocoa & Cheese). DPC Dash offers industry-leading crust selections, paired with a highly customizable WeChat Mini-Program ordering system that enables over 400 combinations. This not only delivers customers the joy of culinary exploration but also precisely addresses personal taste preferences, demonstrating deep category expertise and nuanced consumer insights.Affordable Western fast-food brands are now accelerating market penetration, reaching more lower-tier market consumption scenarios. The SIAL "2025 Pizza New Innovation White Paper" projects that an estimated 15,000 new stores will be expected to open in China’s lower-tier markets between 2025 and 2027. Building on product diversification, DPC Dash’s pricing strategy maintains competitive advantages. The menu remains streamlined and maintains value, classic, and indulgent categories to serve different customer segments. For sales channels, DPC Dash leverages third-party delivery platforms for limited-time and selective sales offerings to preserve its pricing advantage. The company also builds the membership ecosystem through multiple channels, offering free pizzas and snacks through mini-games and providing substantial value through up to 10% points redemption rates, while incorporating gamification elements like points lotteries and membership rewards to enhance member engagement.To better reach younger consumers, DPC Dash has actively enhanced its promotional approach. Brand marketing has diversified toward cross-industry collaborations and social media platform branding. DPC Dash has cultivated strategic IP collaborations with Tencent's video game Ash Echoes and Hello Kitty last year and NetEase's video game Egg Party and Snoopy this year, covering gaming and cultural IP beloved by young consumers, speaking directly to Gen Z culture and values, strengthening emotional connections and establishing cultural resonance beyond transactions. DPC Dash also launched on Douyin and other short video and live streaming platforms last year, expanding its reach through social media, strengthening and reinforcing its youthful, digital brand image.In the first half of 2025, DPC Dash’s loyalty program accumulated 30.1 million members, representing 55.2% year-over-year growth as one of the most impressive strategic achievements of the half-year performance. Revenue contributed by loyalty members as a percentage of total revenue increased from 63.6% to 66%, with both membership scale and stickiness rising, expanding the user base while deepening engagement and loyalty. The consumer base has become more diverse, bringing delicious pizza to more consumers.Long-term Potential Through Balanced GrowthDPC Dash’s first-half performance demonstrates a rare balance of healthy growth and profitability, with the brand continuing to build sustainable competitive advantages that establish a solid foundation for maintaining growth and capturing market share even amidst an ever-changing consumption environment.Through delicious, high-value offerings, efficient deliveries, and trusted brand strength alongside solid operational foundations, DPC Dash has distinguished itself in the rapidly expanding Western QSR sector.While scaling operations continuously, the company has maintained an unwavering focus on store-level model health and operational efficiency, underpinning steady improvements in overall profitability metrics. This development model, which combines explosive growth with resilience, positions DPC Dash as a compelling long-term growth story in the Western QSR industry, demonstrating substantial potential to weather cycles and create sustained value. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
香港，2025年8月28日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2025年8月，北京--首程控股有限公司（0697.HK，以下简称"首程控股"）、北京首程机器人科技产业有限公司（以下简称"首程机器人"）、阿尔特汽车技术股份有限公司（300825.SZ，以下简称"阿尔特"）、北京阿尔瑞特智能机器人科技有限公司（以下简称"阿尔瑞特"）正式签署战略合作框架协议。四方将充分发挥各自优势，围绕机器人产业的技术创新、应用落地、产业链协同与人才培养，展开全方位合作，推动"机器人+汽车"应用新业态加速发展。一、产业背景：机器人进入应用落地加速期当前，全球机器人产业正处于高速发展阶段，国家战略和政策密集出台。8月26日，国务院正式发布《国务院关于深入实施"人工智能+"行动的意见》（国发〔2025〕11号），明确提出要推动人工智能与经济社会各行业各领域的广泛深度融合，加快形成人机协同、跨界融合、共创分享的智能经济和智能社会新形态。在这一国家战略指引下，机器人产业正从"技术突破"迈向"应用落地"。汽车与机器人作为两个高度契合的产业，正逐渐呈现跨界融合趋势。此次首程控股与阿尔特集团的合作，将在政策东风与市场需求的双重驱动下，为机器人在研发、制造、交通和出行服务等关键环节的应用注入新动能。阿尔特是中国汽车设计领域的领军企业，也是A股市场唯一的独立汽车设计上市公司，具备整车研发设计与核心零部件制造的全流程服务能力，并践行"技术+供应链"的国际化战略。据公开信息，公司累计服务超80家客户，参与开发近500款车型，客户涵盖一汽、东风、北汽、吉利、新势力品牌与合资企业等主机厂类型。这意味着阿尔特在汽车产业链中拥有深厚的主机厂资源与交付能力。与此同时，阿尔特通过控股子公司--北京阿尔瑞特智能机器人科技有限公司，已正式开辟机器人新赛道。阿尔瑞特致力于打造一体化研发设计与仿真训练平台，能够为多场景机器人开发提供从仿真、测试到优化的全流程支撑；目前已启动轮式机器人、水下机器人、钻井机器人和宠物洗护机器人等多个研发项目，体现了其跨场景研发和产业协同的潜力。阿尔瑞特的加入，使本次合作不仅局限于传统汽车设计层面的协作，更在机器人研发、仿真与汽车产业化融合方面提供了重要支撑。与阿尔特及阿尔瑞特的合作，将帮助首程把机器人技术深度嵌入汽车产业链的核心环节，如整车制造、智能装配与产线测试，使机器人真正进入产线、加速产业应用。这一战略合作不只是一种技术对接，更是借助阿尔特在主机厂客户群体中的资源网络，将机器人场景从"隔壁展示"一步推向"生产车间"，连接研发验证与规模化交付的关键路径。二、合作重点：研发突破与应用落地并举在国务院"人工智能+"行动政策引领下，四方将立足"技术研发-产业应用-生态共建"全链条，协同推进产业创新，重点在以下方向开展合作，助力机器人与汽车深度融合：（一）技术创新与联合研发四方将联合建设机器人一体化研发与仿真平台，借鉴汽车行业的完整研发体系，重点在运动控制、结构优化、车规级零部件和规模化制造等关键环节实现突破。同时，依托NVIDIA Isaac/Omniverse技术，共同打造一体化仿真训练平台，不仅支持机器人在汽车研发、制造和测试中的应用模拟，还可开展智能驾驶车辆与物流机器人协同作业等跨场景模拟。双方还将建立数据与成果共享机制：首程控股提供来自交通、出行等运营环节的数据资源，阿尔特输出汽车工程和机器人研发经验，形成从仿真-研发-验证-产线应用的完整闭环。（二）优先采购与协同机制在研发设计、仿真训练、整机和零部件供应等环节，四方将实行优先采购机制，在同等条件下优先选择协议方为合作伙伴。首程控股与首程机器人重点提供产品推广、代理及配套服务；阿尔特与阿尔瑞特聚焦于技术研发、工程化验证和定制化整机开发。各方将协同推进机器人本体二次开发，确保机器人产品在汽车生产线、智能装配和产线检测等场景下实现最佳适配。通过分工协作，形成产品供给-技术创新-应用反馈的互补格局，加快成果转化，提升商业化效率。（三）人才培养依托首程、阿尔特及其合作伙伴的科研与产业平台，四方将联合开展技术攻关、仿真训练与应用试点，为科研人员和工程师提供跨行业、跨场景的实践环境。同时，定期举办技术研讨会和产业论坛，邀请行业专家和上下游企业参与，建立联合人才培养机制，打造一批兼具汽车工程背景与机器人产业化实践经验的青年科研人才，夯实长期发展的人才基础。（四）拓宽发展空间四方将深度对接国家"人工智能+"与机器人产业发展战略，重点推动"机器人+汽车"在研发、制造、测试和出行服务环节的规模化应用。在此基础上，合作还将逐步延展至智慧交通、智能制造、医疗健康、教育、公共服务等更广阔的领域，涵盖机器人及核心零部件的设计、研发、生产、测试和商业化服务。同时，结合资本与产业的联动，推动产业链上下游协同升级，最终形成从研发验证到规模化应用的全链条闭环，打造具有示范效应的"机器人+汽车"应用矩阵，实现互利共赢和长期价值创造。三、战略意义：打造机器人应用新标杆机器人产业的最大价值在于应用落地，而"机器人+汽车"正是最具潜力和爆发力的应用方向之一。从整车研发到智能制造，从交通调度到智慧出行，机器人将在汽车全产业链环节展现巨大价值。首程控股凭借资本平台、生态资源与产业基金优势，已投资宇树科技、银河通用、松延动力、星海图、加速进化等国内头部企业，具备前沿技术的整合能力；首程机器人则与上百家上下游优质企业建立合作，成为国内链接资源最全面的平台之一。阿尔特与阿尔瑞特则将汽车领域成熟的工程体系迁移至机器人研发与产业化。双方优势叠加，构建起"研发-迭代-应用-规模化"的完整路径。此次携手阿尔特，将进一步把首程的场景资源与产业生态，与阿尔特在整车研发、工程化能力与产业化经验深度结合。未来1-2年，合作将聚焦"机器人+汽车"的深度融合，率先在汽车研发、生产制造、智慧交通与出行服务等环节实现规模化应用示范，推动机器人从实验室走向产业化、规模化，加速形成具备示范效应的"机器人+汽车"应用矩阵。与此同时，合作也将放眼国际市场，推动中国方案走向全球，培育新质生产力，为股东创造长期价值。Posted by All Way Success Company Limited for Shoucheng Holdings www.shouchengholdings.com [HKSE:0697, FRA:SHVA, OTCPK:SHNHF] Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.
HONG KONG, Aug 29, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China Everbright Limited ("CEL" or "the Company", stock code: 165.HK) announced its Interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 ("the reporting period").Highlights of the 2025 Interim Results- Strong Growth: Total income reached HK$2,068 million, representing a significant increase compared with the same period last year;- Turning Around from Loss to Profit: During the reporting period, the Company recorded a profit of HK$650 million, of which the net profit attributable to shareholders of the Company was HK$399 million, successfully turning around from a net loss;- Fundraising Increase: The total assets under management (AUM) of CEL's funds amounted to approximately HK$119.4 billion, with new fundraising amounting to approximately HK$2,741 million;- Successful Exits: The total exits from funds and principal investments amounted to HK$2.018 billionï¼›with a MOIC (multiple on invested capital) of approximately 2.78 times;- Cost Control and Efficiency Enhancement: Enhanced lean management led to a 10% year-on-year decrease in operating costs and a 38% year-on-year reduction in finance costs;- Adequate Liquidity: The Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HK$8.1 billion;- Steady Dividend: An interim dividend of HK$0.05 per share for 2025.In the first half of 2025, China's private equity industry entered a more stable stage of development. Leveraging its strengths as patient capital, CEL maintained strategic focus, seized market opportunities with precision, and promptly adjusted its fundraising, investment, management, and exit strategies. By consolidating its core businesses, gradually unlocking value potential, and significantly improving overall operational efficiency, the Company achieved a strong rebound in performance.During the reporting period, CEL realised total income of HK$2,068 million, representing a significant increase of HK$2,182 million from the same period last year. This was mainly due to a significant increase in investment income, which fully demonstrated the Company's sound investment vision and solid foundation in long-term investing. The Company recorded a profit of HK$650 million, of which the net profit attributable to shareholders of the Company amounted to HK$399 million, successfully turning around from a net loss attributable to shareholders of HK$1,282 million in the same period last year, representing a significant improvement in performance.Meanwhile, the Company continued to strengthen its refined management, sustaining healthy and steady business development. During the reporting period, operating costs represented a year-on-year decrease of 10%, with proactive leverage reduction measures implemented. The gearing ratio decreased by 2% compared with the end of 2024, while finance costs fell 38% year-on-year, demonstrating significant results in cost control and efficiency improvement. As at the end of June 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HK$8.1 billion, representing sufficient liquidity.By concentrating its resources and business focus on high-potential products, the Company further reinforced its core business. During the reporting period, with new fundraising amounting to approximately HK$2,741 million, the total AUM of CEL’s funds amounted to approximately HK$119.4 billion, managing 72 fund products and covering primary market funds, secondary market funds, and fund of funds. During the reporting period, the Company invested in a total of 9 projects and exited, fully or partially, from 46 project.Following the practice of sharing the Company's operating results with shareholders, the Board declared interim dividend of HK$0.05 per share for 2025 (2024 interim dividend: HK$0.05 per share).Business Highlights in the First Half of 2025Firstly, CEL Harnessed the Strengths of Group-Based Operations to Enhance Fundraising SynergyIn the first half of 2025, the Company successfully launched the Huaian Hongze Guangqi Fund and the Xiamen Marine High-Tech Industrial Development Fund, with a total scale of RMB2.5 billion. The Huaian Fund targets growth-stage projects in the areas of new energy, new materials, and intelligent manufacturing, with its first round of capital contribution completed in the first half of the year. The Xiamen Marine Fund is dedicated to incubating and transforming scientific and technological innovations in the marine sector, driving the high-quality development of the marine economy. At the same time, several other funds have been approved and are progressing smoothly, following the established plan.Secondly, CEL Strengthened Core Businesses to Drive Robust Recovery in PerformanceDuring the reporting period, the Company total exits from funds and principal investments amounted to HK$2.018 billion. This include the full exit from Xpeng Motors, DAPU Telecom, and Taboola, alongside partial exit from iSoftStone, Dekon Food and Agriculture, 4Paradigm, and other projects. With a MOIC (multiple on invested capital) of approximately 2.78 times, these exits significantly boosted the DPI of multiple funds, generating substantial returns for LPs. Several listed projects, including Circle, Dekon Food and Agriculture, and NetEase Cloud Music, delivered strong market performance in the first half of the year, making notable contribution to the Company's investment returns. In the first half of the year, secondary market funds expertly capitalised on structural opportunities, achieving impressive investment performance. Notably, the Everbright Convertible Bond Opportunity Fund ranked second among similar funds in Barclays' performance rankings.Thirdly, CEL Anchored Strategy Around Scientific and Technological Innovation, With a Particular Focus on Key Industry SectorsGuided by deep industrial insight and a forward-looking strategic vision, the Company accelerated its investment activity in the first half of the year. It targeted emerging strategic industries such as artificial intelligence, chips and semiconductors, and biomedicine, with a total investment of approximately HK$264 million by funds. We have nurtured and supported a number of technology leaders, including Yangtze Memory and Wuhan Xinxin (both prominent domestic memory chip producers), HengYi Biotech (a company engaged in the research and development of innovative drug for tumors and autoimmune diseases), J-Sensor (astrategic supplier of domestic industrial automation modules and core sensors for new energy vehicles), and Tec-Do (a service provider in the field of big data and BI), among others. These investments reflect our commitment to strengthening China’s science and technology enterprises. Meanwhile, CEL supported excellent sub-funds such as Jinyi Capital and Eastern Bell Capital through its FoF platforms. These FoF investments allow us to fully leverage the advantages of resource amplification, risk diversification, and diversified returns.Fourthly, CEL Optimise Business Management to Unlock Growth MomentumIn the first half of the year, the Company continued to optimise its financing structure and took full advantage of the domestic interest rate cut cycle, issuing RMB3 billion in the first tranche of its 2025 medium-term notes at a coupon rate of 2.09% per annum — the lowest coupon rate in the Company's bond issuance history. During the reporting period, the Company's overall financing cost declined by 133 basis points year-on-year to 3.14%, while its finance costs reduced by 38% year-on-year. Operating costs also recorded year-on-year decrease of 10%, underscoring the solid progress made in reducing costs and increasing efficiency. The Company continued to optimise its risk management framework. CEL advanced the classification of risk assets, reinforced dynamic valuation management, and established a risk monitoring and early warning system, thereby improving the effectiveness of risk prevention and control across the full business cycle.Fifthly, CLE Enhanced Public Services and Upgraded Commercial Consumption.CEL leveraged its industrial strengths to enhance the quality of its products and services, catering to the growing demand for consumer services among citizens. In the commercial consumption arena, EBA successfully launched 18 "IMIX Park" shopping centres across nine cities nationwide,managing approximately 2.6 million square metres in total. These centres created approximately 37,700 jobs, attracted approximately 121 million customer visits, and hosted more than 4,500 tenant merchants in the first half of 2025. During the reporting period, Phase I of the "Zhongguancun ART PARK IMIX Parks", a flagship consumption infrastructure and urban renewal project in Beijing, opened smoothly, significantly upgrading the consumer experience and giving a strong boost to domestic demand.Sixthly, Key Portfolio Companies Maintain Stable Growth with Strong ResilienceThe core business of China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC) progressed steadily with remarkable improvements in operating quality and efficiency. The net profit attributable to shareholders recorded a year-on-year increase. As of June 30, 2025, CALC’s fleet reached 181 aircraft, leased to 41 airlines across 22 countries and regions. Everbright Senior Healthcare has been seizing the development opportunities in China's healthcare industry. As of 30 June 2025, Everbright Senior Healthcare has 237 institutions of various types in 49 cities across the country, it managed more than 30,000 beds, with occupancy rates increasing by 1.77%. Meanwhile, Terminus continued to deepen the integration of AI technology across multiple industries, driving intelligent transformation and implementing localised AI applications and digital-intelligent solutions, while receiving multiple authoritative certifications.Seventhly, CEL Strengthened ESG Framework to Promote Sustainable DevelopmentDuring the reporting period, CEL continued to promote the construction of its ESG system. the Company maintained an "A" rating in the MSCI ESG Rating and received the "BEST ESG (S)" award from the Hong Kong Investor Relations Association (HKIRA). The Company earnestly fulfilled its role as a corporate citizen by leveraging its own capabilities, organizing and participating in 46 cultural and social welfare activities in the first half of the year, serving over ten thousand people, and upholding high standards in discharging its social responsibilities.In the first half of 2025, under the strong leadership of the Everbright Group, the guidance of the Board of Directors, and the collective efforts of all employees, the Company achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and quality, with new drivers of growth continuing to strengthen, resulting in hard-won achievements. As China's economy continues to improve and policy support intensifies, the Chinese private equity industry will embark on a new journey of high-quality development. CEL will seize market opportunities, capitalise on the momentum, and lay a solid foundation for a strong start to the 15th Five-Year Plan. In the second half of the year, CEL will continue to adhere to the overall principle of seeking progress while maintaining stability, continue to focus on revenue growth and cost control, optimise operational management, seize opportunities in key business areas such as fundraising, investment, management, and exit, leverage the cross-border platform and the synergistic advantages of the group, cultivate long-term patient capital, and advance the "five major financial initiatives", through scientific strategic planning, professional investment teams, and rigorous risk management, and continuously create value for shareholders.China Everbright Limited, https://www.everbright.com/en [SHSE:601818][HKEX:00165][OTCPK:CEVIF][OTCPK:CEVIY] Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
