TOKYO, Nov 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The University of Osaka D3 Center and NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) have jointly commenced a demonstration aimed at the application of a wide-area distributed campus AI processing platform that enables on-demand use of GPU’s from compute servers. This demonstration will leverage NEC's "ExpEther," a technology that transmits signals from IT equipment with high reliability and low latency, to build a high-performance AI processing platform that can connect and disconnect compute servers and GPUs on-demand, even when they are in different buildings across campus.In recent years, the necessity and importance of AI analysis and utilization for vast amounts of sensitive data, such as genome data and clinical trial data, have rapidly increased. This data requires strict management, making it difficult to utilize computing infrastructure that is shared by an unspecified number of users. Therefore, there is a demand for technology that enables secure data management in a safe environment, along with on-demand access to a secure computing environment for AI analysis and utilization of the data.NEC's ExpEther transfers PCI Express communications, which are typically conducted inside computers, over Ethernet. This enables high-speed and seamless connection and disconnection of devices such as CPUs, GPUs, and storage located at distant locations, as if they were part of a single system. This demonstration will utilize ExpEther to build a wide-area distributed AI processing platform that can connect and disconnect GPUs located in a remote data center on-demand from a research lab's compute server, and will verify its effectiveness and usefulness. Furthermore, based on the results of this demonstration, the organizations aim to establish a wide-area distributed campus AI processing platform that can safely utilize sensitive data handled by research institutes, such as the Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, and various departments.Outline of the DemonstrationIn this demonstration, a GPU (NVIDIA H100NVL) installed as a resource pool in the D3 Center IT Core Building on The University of Osaka's Suita Campus will be connected to a compute server (Express5800/R120j-2M) located in the main building. This connection will be established using ExpEther via a 100Gbps Ethernet optical fiber. In this environment, operational checks and performance verification will be conducted, focusing on AI applications that utilize GPUs.1. Application of a Wide-Area Distributed Computing Platform Enabling On-demand Configuration on a Campus ScaleGPUs consolidated and pooled as resources in D3 Center IT Core Building will be able to be connected and disconnected on-demand from compute servers located in remote research institutes and departments. By deploying this technology, the demonstration aims to build an AI processing platform that allows research lab compute servers to utilize remotely located GPUs on-demand.2. Efficiency Improvement through GPU Consolidation and SharingExpensive computing resources such as GPUs will be centrally managed as a common resource pool, aiming to optimize university-wide capital investment, reduce resource waste, and improve GPU utilization efficiency.Future VisionThe University of Osaka D3 Center and NEC aim to build a wide-area distributed campus AI processing platform that allows compute servers located in various buildings across the campus to connect and utilize pooled high-performance GPUs and SSDs on-demand. D3 Center also plans to offer dedicated storage services for the safe operation and management of sensitive data, such as clinical trial data and genomic information, handled by the Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research and other entities. This platform aims to achieve a secure AI processing platform that can safely utilize sensitive data by combining the strict operation of sensitive data with the dynamic system reconfigurability enabled by ExpEther. This will contribute to improving the productivity of research activities involving sensitive data. Going forward, the organizations will further deepen joint research and contribute to the creation of innovation in academic research.NEC will organize and resolve technical issues for the application of a remote shared GPU utilization platform based on the knowledge gained from this demonstration, aiming for commercialization of the solution in fiscal year 2026.NEC will exhibit ExpEther, utilized in this demonstration, at its booth during SC25: The International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis, to be held from November 16 to 21, 2025, in St. Louis, USA."The wide-area distributed campus AI processing platform currently being built in this demonstration holds significant meaning for the realization of the bioinformatics platform concept promoted by The University of Osaka. Flexible utilization of high-performance computing resources is indispensable for multiple departments and graduate schools to collaborate and advance the analysis of vast amounts of data in the life sciences and medical fields. We expect that its practical application will significantly accelerate cross-departmental collaborative research and large-scale data analysis, as computing environments previously limited to individual laboratories or departments can now be safely and efficiently shared across the entire campus," said Professor Masateru Taniguchi, SANKEN (The Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research), The University of Osaka."This demonstration holds great significance as a potential solution to the challenge of balancing the expectations and interest in AI utilization in the life sciences and medical fields with confidential information management. By on-demand connection and disconnection of securely managed data resources and high-performance computing resources essential for future academic research, we can provide a dedicated secure AI processing platform for any research group. If the handling of sensitive data, which was previously difficult from a data security perspective, becomes possible, it will dramatically increase the productivity of academic research areas using sensitive data at The University of Osaka. This enables the promotion of new research formats for cross-disciplinary and inter-organizational collaboration, where even research using sensitive data can flexibly utilize cutting-edge AI platforms. To realize the bioinformatics platform concept, we will continue to stabilize and expand this platform, leading research innovation across the university," said Professor Susumu Date, D3 Center, The University of Osaka.About The University of OsakaThe University of Osaka was founded in 1931 as one of the seven imperial universities of Japan and is now one of Japan's leading comprehensive universities with a broad disciplinary spectrum. This strength is coupled with a singular drive for innovation that extends throughout the scientific process, from fundamental research to the creation of applied technology with positive economic impacts. Its commitment to innovation has been recognized in Japan and around the world. Now, The University of Osaka is leveraging its role as a Designated National University Corporation selected by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology to contribute to innovation for human welfare, sustainable development of society, and social transformation. Website: https://resou.osaka-u.ac.jp/enAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
Toyota City, Japan, Nov 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced an additional investment of up to 10 billion USD in the United States over the next five years. This will bring the company's total U.S. investment to nearly 60 billion USD since beginning operations in the U.S. nearly 70 years ago.In addition, Toyota held an opening ceremony for Toyota Battery Manufacturing, North Carolina (TBMNC). Now officially starting production, the facility was established in November 2021 as Toyota's first in-house battery manufacturing company outside Japan. TBMNC is Toyota's 11th manufacturing facility in the U.S., representing an investment of nearly 14 billion USD and the creation of up to 5,100 new jobs.The new battery plant is part of Toyota's "best-company-in-town" approach-investing and producing locally, contributing to the local community and offering diverse options tailored to local needs through a multi-pathway strategy. In the U.S., it employs approximately 50,000 people and has been involved in the development and manufacturing of over 35 million vehicles across 11 manufacturing plants.Tetsuo Ogawa, president and chief executive officer, Toyota Motor North America, said: "Today's launch of Toyota's first U.S. battery plant and additional U.S. investment up to $10 billion marks a pivotal moment in our company's history. Toyota is a pioneer in electrified vehicles, and the company's significant manufacturing investment in the U.S. and North Carolina further solidifies our commitment to team members, customers, dealers, communities, and suppliers."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. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
Magnetic Bearing Centrifugal Chiller "ETI-N" Series TOKYO, Nov 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd. (MHI Thermal Systems), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly developed magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller, the "ETI-N" series, for the Japanese market.The magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller the "ETI-N" series features a magnetic bearing compressor that levitates and supports the rotating shaft inside the compressor using magnetic levitation forces. This oil-free design eliminates the lubrication oil system and prevents sliding parts from being worn, thereby removing the necessity for periodic oil replacement work. As a result, the series significantly reduces maintenance work.At the same time, the necessary procedures in conventional centrifugal chillers to start the oil pump and the time needed for the lubricating oil film to be formed have been eliminated. As a result, the ETI-N realizes the quick start, contributing to improved operational efficiency for our customers.The ETI-N series offers compact small to medium capacity models ranging from 150 to 700 refrigeration tons(*1). Equipped with a built-in inverter as standard on the chiller unit, the series reduces transportation and installation work. It delivers high efficiency with a rated COP(*2) of 6.4 and an IPLV(*3) of 9.1. The refrigerant, HFO-1233zd(E), a non-flammable, non-ozone-depleting refrigerant with a global warming potential (GWP)(*4) of 1 is used, underscoring the product's commitment to reducing environmental impact.MHI Thermal Systems has a proven track record of delivering products that combine greener environmental performance and higher equipment performance, including the ETI-Z series launched in 2015 using HFO-1233zd(E), the GART-ZE/ZEI series introduced in 2017 with HFO-1234ze(E), and the JHT-Y/YI series released in 2022 using HFO-1234yf. The addition of the magnetic bearing centrifugal chiller "ETI-N" series further enriches the product lineup, providing customers with a wider range of options tailored to their specific applications.As part of the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group, which has declared its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040, MHI Thermal Systems is actively engaged in reducing CO2 emissions from its production facilities as well as from customer operations through its products. MHI Thermal Systems is leading domestic market share for centrifugal chillers used in general air conditioning, industrial air conditioning, factory processes, and district heating and cooling. Moving forward, MHI Thermal Systems will continue to meet customer needs while contributing to a carbon-neutral society by delivering environmentally friendly centrifugal chillers and thermal solution products.(*1) Refrigeration ton (RT) is a unit of cooling capacity, with 1 RT = approx. 3.516 kilowatts (kW).(*2) Coefficient of performance (COP) is a performance coefficient calculated based on Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS). Higher values indicate greater energy efficiency.(*3) Integrated part load value (IPLV) is the period coefficient of performance, calculated considering load fluctuations throughout the year, under load ratio and cooling water temperature conditions close to actual use.(*4) Global Warming Potential (GWP) is a coefficient expressing the greenhouse effect of a gas relative to carbon dioxide (CO2), which has a fixed GWP of 1.0. Smaller values indicate better environmental performance.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
ATLANTA, GA, Nov 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a leader in supply chain planning solutions, is showcasing how Kraft Heinz is transforming its global food supply chain at the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2025 in Denver. The leading food and beverage company will share how it is driving efficiency from farm to table with OMP's Unison Planning™. By leveraging autonomous planning, decision intelligence, and AI optimization, Kraft Heinz enhances collaboration, manages complexity, and reduces waste. Kraft Heinz's journey to a smarter, more sustainable value chainThiago Serra, Head of Integrated Business Planning at Kraft Heinz, will discuss how smart, data-driven planning is helping the company build a more agile and sustainable value chain. Gain insights into how Kraft Heinz combines digital intelligence and end-to-end visibility to create real business impact across operations.Explore human-AI synergy at the OMP boothThe Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit, taking place December 2-3 in Denver, brings together global supply chain leaders to explore strategies for making high-impact, complex decisions and turning intelligence into execution.OMP will be at booth 104 to showcase UnisonIQ, its game-changing AI orchestration framework. Embedded in the Unison Planning™ platform, it transforms supply chain decision-making through human-AI synergy. Visitors can experience firsthand how UnisonIQ is revolutionizing supply chain operations through always-on agents, the Unison Companion generative AI assistant, and advanced AI engines.See how integrated planning, enhanced by the latest AI advancements, improves scenario modeling and empowers faster, smarter decisions - helping organizations strengthen resilience, overcome challenges, and achieve measurable business results.Join OMP at Gartner to hear Kraft Heinz's transformation journey firsthand and discover how Unison Planning™, driven by AI, can accelerate planning success and support your planning teams.Session at a glanceTitle: OMP: Real intelligence, real impact - Kraft Heinz's journey to a smarter, more sustainable value chainSpeaker: Thiago Serra - Head of Integrated Business Planning at Kraft HeinzWhen: Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM MSTWhere: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center - 6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd, Aurora, CO 80019, United StatesTo see where you can meet OMP next, visit their events calendar here.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow, and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, packaging, plastics - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Contact InformationPhilip VervloesemChief Commercial & Markets Officerpvervloesem@omp.com+1-770-956-2723SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
Demonstration testing at Kirin Group Logistics' Nishi-Nagoya facility TOKYO, Nov 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) completed a joint demonstration with Kirin Beverage Co., Ltd. and Kirin Group Logistics Co., Ltd. to establish the elemental technologies for automation of inbound and outbound warehouse operations at beverage warehouses, and truck loading and unloading. Going forward, the companies will pursue further development and verification with the aim of practical application.The joint demonstration, begun in August 2024, was conducted at LogiQ X Lab, a demonstration facility located within Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH), MHI's co-creation space in Honmoku, Yokohama, and at Kirin Group Logistics' Nishi-Nagoya facility and other sites.(*1)For this joint demonstration, MHI utilized a new type of unmanned forklift that is currently under development equipped with ΣSynX (Sigma Syncs)(*2), part of the "Smart Connections" solutions incorporating ΣSynX technology. The demonstration tests aimed to establish elemental technologies to enable flexible autonomous operation and safe human-machine coordination, including appropriate load assortment in warehouse work, altering of operational routes in response to changes in placement locations and storage conditions, and highly efficient storage methods.Through this joint demonstration, MHI has established the processes for future automation of the entire cargo handling process, including unloading of trucks, warehouse handling, and loading onto trucks, and was able to verify the effectiveness of these processes at actual logistics facilities.MHI categorized routine logistics warehouse work, which up to now has been conducted safely and efficiently through the expertise, experience and skill of operators, into the three areas of picking, inbound and outbound processes, and the loading and unloading of trucks, and progressively implemented measures incorporating ΣSynX for automation and intelligence. An automated picking solution for cargo handling inside the warehouse was put into operation in December 2024 at Kirin Group's Ebina Logistics Center in Kanagawa Prefecture.(*3) Based on the results of this joint demonstration, MHI will continue to work to enhance the scalability of its "Smart Connections" solutions in all areas of logistics and warehouse operations.Going forward, MHI will continue to contribute to society by more deeply developing "Smart Connections" solutions incorporating ΣSynX to address the various issues facing the logistics industry, including the shortage of logistics operators, improvement in working conditions, and the challenges posed by regulatory changes implemented in 2024 aimed at reducing working hours and waiting times for truck drivers.(*1) For more information on "MHI begins joint demonstration with the Kirin Group for automation of inbound and outbound warehouse processes, and loading and unloading of trucks", see the following press release.https://www.mhi.com/news/24082201.html(*2) ΣSynX is MHI's standard platform for synchronizing and coordinating various types of machinery systems. It brings together a range of digital technologies to make machinery systems intelligent and allow for optimized operation. For more information, see the following press release.https://www.mhi.com/news/23100501.html(*3) For more information on the joint demonstration with the Kirin Group for an automated picking solution, see the following press release.https://www.mhi.com/news/22112101.htmlOverview of the Joint Demonstration- PeriodAugust 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025- Demonstration sites(MHI)LogiQ X Lab demonstration facility at Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH)Demonstration facility at Kobe Shipyard(Kirin Group Logistics)Nishi-Nagoya facility- Demonstration content* Determination of operational processes, including manned work, assuming the introduction of warehouse inbound and outbound process solutions* Determination of operational processes, including manned work, assuming the introduction of unmanned forklifts for loading and unloading trucks* Determination of safety concepts, rules, operating conditions, and other standards for collaborative work with manned and unmanned forklifts "Smart Connections" solutions incorporating ΣSynX About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
TAIPEI, TAIWAN, Nov 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The breathtaking landscapes of Taiwan's northeast coast have once again captured attention, thanks to a recent visit by Hong Kong's popular YouTuber Dida. Through her lens, viewers are invited to experience the poetic charm of the Caoling Historic Trail, where nature and culture meet in quiet harmony.Stretching across New Taipei City and Yilan County, the Caoling Historic Trail dates back to the Qing Dynasty, when it served as an important route linking Tamsui and Yilan. Today, it stands as one of the most beloved hiking paths in Taiwan, celebrated for its seamless blend of mountain and ocean scenery. Along the stone-paved trail, travelers encounter landmarks such as the "Bravery Over Misty Clouds" stone inscription, the Yaokou Viewing Platform, and panoramic vistas that tell stories of both nature and history.Through Dida's perspective, audiences not only witness the dramatic coastline and mist-covered valleys of the northeast but also feel the warmth of local hospitality and the purity of Taiwan's natural landscapes. Walking this trail—"closest to the city yet farthest from its noise"—she captures the serene rhythm of slow travel that defines the island's spirit.Whether you are an adventurous hiker or a traveler seeking a moment of calm in nature, the Caoling Historic Trail welcomes every visitor with its most genuine and timeless beauty. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
Overlooking Guishan Island and the vast Pacific Ocean from the Caoling Historic Trail, the hillsides shimmer with silver grass swaying in the wind — a breathtaking view of Taiwan’s northeast coast in autumn. Photo taken in a previous season and provided by Northeast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters (NEYC), Taiwan
Taipei – November 13, 2025 – (SeaPRwire) – The breathtaking landscapes of Taiwan’s northeast coast have once again captured attention, thanks to a recent visit by Hong Kong’s popular YouTuber Dida. Through her lens, viewers are invited to experience the poetic charm of the Caoling Historic Trail, where nature and culture meet in quiet harmony.
Stretching across New Taipei City and Yilan County, the Caoling Historic Trail dates back to the Qing Dynasty, when it served as an important route linking Tamsui and Yilan. Today, it stands as one of the most beloved hiking paths in Taiwan, celebrated for its seamless blend of mountain and ocean scenery. Along the stone-paved trail, travelers encounter landmarks such as the “Bravery Over Misty Clouds” stone inscription, the Yaokou Viewing Platform, and panoramic vistas that tell stories of both nature and history.
Through Dida’s perspective, audiences not only witness the dramatic coastline and mist-covered valleys of the northeast but also feel the warmth of local hospitality and the purity of Taiwan’s natural landscapes. Walking this trail—”closest to the city yet farthest from its noise”—she captures the serene rhythm of slow travel that defines the island’s spirit.
Whether you are an adventurous hiker or a traveler seeking a moment of calm in nature, the Caoling Historic Trail welcomes every visitor with its most genuine and timeless beauty.
- Findings of a supply chain study commissioned by the HKTDC point out that even amid tense US-China relations, many US companies remain deeply engaged in the Chinese market, particularly in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area due to its unique and highly concentrated supplier network that is difficult to replace- Mainland enterprises are actively diversifying their supply chains and using Hong Kong as a supply chain management centre, with the city playing a key role in regional supply chain transformation- Hong Kong is a “superconnector” that serves as a crucial gateway for mainland enterprises to expand overseas and for global companies to access the Chinese Mainland market and regional supply chainsHONG KONG, Nov 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Hong Kong’s status as the preeminent supply chain “superconnector” has been reaffirmed by a major new US-Hong Kong research initiative. This was one of the key findings of “Strategically Leveraging Supply Chains to Access the Asian Market”, a major new research initiative commissioned by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and conducted by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute of the United States.At the heart of the study is a timely analysis of the ways in which the shift in US trade policy has triggered the accelerated reconfiguration of global supply chains, creating a raft of new challenges and opportunities along the way.While full details of the analysis will be published in December, preliminary findings introduced in the run-up to the 15th Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) indicate heightened geopolitical tensions, evolving trade policies, environmental pressures and technological advancements as becoming the collective catalyst for a supply chain revolution that is impacting every aspect of the global economy. In the wake of this mass recalibration, companies are reassessing their operations and looking to manage hitherto unencountered risks, ensuring that resilience is now prioritised alongside cost management and consistent competitiveness. This will inevitably impact the primacy of Asia’s role within this transformed landscape.The US research team was headed by Sean Randolph, Senior Director of the Bay Area Council Economic Institute, an acknowledged authority on economic and policy issues. Detailing the transformation underway, Mr Randolph said that the adoption of strategies such as reshoring, nearshoring and developing redundant supply routes by many global businesses is accelerating the regionalisation of supply chains. This shift, he said, has been partly driven by the regional trade agreements in place, but also by the need for greater supply chain security and a desire for proximity.Expanding on this, Mr Randolph said: “Companies are diversifying their manufacturing bases, while relocating certain activities from China to other countries in Southeast Asia, India and Mexico – adopting the so-called ‘China+1’ strategy in order to ensure resilience and reduce risk exposure.“At the same time, despite the ongoing bilateral friction, it is notable that many US companies remain deeply engaged with China. This is largely on account of the country’s unique concentration of suppliers – especially in the case of such regions as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) – which cannot be easily replaced or replicated elsewhere. Indeed, a number of recent surveys and announcements – including major Chinese Mainland investment commitments by businesses of the stature of Nvidia and Apple – have clearly demonstrated that, for many US businesses, China remains a key locale, with their engagement at least partly due to the indispensability of the broader regional supply chains.”Hong Kong can benefit as mainland enterprises look to diversify supply chainsNoting that the new tariffs and President Trump’s changed trade priorities have given some countries comparative advantages when exporting to the US, HKTDC Director of Research Irina Fan said: “In a development likely to bolster China’s stature as a production base, following early November’s US-China trade agreement, Chinese imports to the United States will be subject to a 20% tariff rate (10% reciprocal tariff + 10% fentanyl related) for the period 10 November 2025 to 10 November 2026. This comparatively low tariff level puts China-based suppliers on a par with many of their Southeast Asia counterparts, while providing them with a significant competitive advantage over countries with a higher tariff rate.”Maintaining that this does not suggest that Chinese Mainland businesses are complacent about their status, Ms Fan added: “Currently, many mainland enterprises are proactively taking steps to diversify and strengthen their supply chains, with a significant number of them leveraging Hong Kong as their supply chain management centre. Overall, Hong Kong is clearly set to play an increasingly important role in the ongoing supply chain transformation process, a change that is being driven by the region’s deeper economic integration and the new generation of supply chain networks.”The report cited the electric vehicle (EV) sector as one example where Hong Kong is already playing a pivotal role in the regional supply chain transformation process. As mainland-based automotive manufacturers, as well as their global counterparts, prioritise the expansion of EV and battery production in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong has more than proved its worth as a crucial investment and financial hub, acting as an effective conduit for significant capital to be channelled into countries such as Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. More generally, recent investment data also clearly indicated that Chinese Mainland companies are increasingly utilising Hong Kong as the support platform for many of their regional projects.This outcome is likely to be bolstered by Hong Kong’s wide-ranging financial and professional services sectors, as well as the city’s agility in adapting to technological transformation and the evolving regulatory landscape – attributes that collectively position it as an indispensable nexus for international businesses.Summing up the report’s assessment of Hong Kong, Ms Fan said: “Essentially, this new research highlights Hong Kong’s vital roles as both a superconnector and a super-value-adder, while confirming the city’s status as the key enabler for any mainland enterprise looking to expand overseas, and simultaneously serving as a gateway for any global company looking to access the revitalised regional supply chains and the China market. This ubiquity is reflected within Hong Kong itself, with the city now home to an ever-higher number of overseas businesses, including 1,390 US companies, as of June 2024.”Flagship logistics event set to address regional supply chain developmentsThe rise of regional supply chains and the implications for global trade will be among the many key issues addressed at the upcoming ALMAC, which will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 17 and 18 November. Organised by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the HKTDC, the event will bring together some 80 distinguished speakers and is expected to attract 2,300 participants from more than 40 countries and regions. In line with the policies outlined in the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee and the 2025 Policy Address, the event will focus on many of the recent moves to further enhance Hong Kong’s status as an international shipping centre and global logistics hub.As the annual flagship event for the logistics, maritime and aviation sectors, ALMAC 2025 is running under the theme “Collaboration and Growth in the New Trade Landscape”, reflecting the event’s commitment to exploring trends and opportunities in the fields of logistics, shipping and air freight. Ultimately, the aims of the event are to foster the high-quality development of logistics and supply chain management, deepen international engagement, and facilitate practical cooperation throughout the logistics industry.Report and photo download: https://bit.ly/49Q8aFI“Strategically Leveraging Supply Chains to Access the Asian Market” is the major new research initiative commissioned by the HKTDC and conducted by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute of the United States. Pictured at a press conference to announce the release of the report are, from left, Irina Fan, Director of Research of the HKTDC, and Sean Randolph, Senior Director of the Bay Area Council Economic InstituteIrina Fan, Director of Research of the HKTDC, noted that many Chinese Mainland enterprises are proactively taking steps to diversify and strengthen their supply chains, with a significant number of them leveraging Hong Kong as their supply chain management centre. Overall, Hong Kong is clearly set to play an increasingly important role in the ongoing supply chain transformation processSean Randolph, Senior Director of the Bay Area Council Economic Institute, said that despite the ongoing bilateral friction, it is notable that many US companies remain deeply engaged with China. This is largely on account of the country’s unique concentration of suppliers – especially in the case of such regions as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area– which cannot be easily replaced or replicated elsewhereIntroduction to Sean Randolph, Senior Director, Bay Area Council Economic InstituteSean Randolph served as President and Chief Executive of the Bay Area Council Economic Institute from 1998 to 2015. The Economic Institute is a business-supported public policy research and strategy organisation that focuses on the economy of the San Francisco/Silicon Valley Bay Area and California. He previously served as Director of International Trade for the State of California, and, before that, as International Director General of the Pacific Basin Economic Council (PBEC), a 1,000-member Asia-Pacific business organisation. His professional career includes service in the US Government on Congressional staffs, the White House staff, and in senior positions at the Departments of State and Energy, including as Deputy/Ambassador-at-Large for Pacific Basin Affairs and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Energy for International Affairs. Based in San Francisco, he writes for regional, US and global media and frequently speaks to Bay Area and international audiences on technology, innovation and global economic issues.HKTDC Research Website: https://research.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial RelationsLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5690Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkTiffany LeungTel: (852) 3428 2361Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgClayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgMedia Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
HONG KONG, Nov 13, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Dynasty Fine Wines Group Limited (“Dynasty” or the “Group”) (Stock Code: 00828), a premier winemaker in China, has won the Silver Medal in the Sparkling Wine/China category, the Silver Medal in the Dry Wine/China category, and the Bronze Medal in the Medium/China category for its Dynasty Tianyang Winery Jasmine Sparkling Wine, Dynasty Inherit Series - Dry Red Wine, and Dynasty Inherit Series - Semi Dry White Wine, respectively, at the 2025 Cathay Global Wine & Spirits Awards Asia (GWSAA) (formerly known as the Cathay Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (“HKIWSC”)). This marks the 15th consecutive year that Dynasty products have won awards at the event, demonstrating industry-wide recognition of Dynasty’s exceptional winemaking skill and quality. Notably, Dynasty’s first-ever award in international competition for its Tianyang Winery Jasmine Sparkling Wine represents a significant milestone in the Company's development in the tea-flavoured sparkling wine sector. The three award-winning wines were also showcased at the 2025 Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair.The GWSAA is a renowned wine and spirits competition in Asia, dedicated to showcasing the distinctive tastes and perspectives of the Asian market to the global industry. This year’s competition invited experts from across Asia, including sommeliers, educators, media professionals, and trade specialists, to conduct professional blind tastings and evaluations. As these Asian experts possess a deep understanding of Asian consumers' taste preferences, market dynamics, and purchasing behaviors, they are uniquely qualified to select top Asian wines that highlight regional characteristics, thereby providing Asian consumers with the most authoritative wine and spirit guide.Mr. Wan Shoupeng, Chairman of Dynasty, said, "The awards we have received for three of our products at Asia’s top wine and spirits competition stand as a powerful testament to the wine industry's recognition of Dynasty wine’s quality and craftsmanship, and represent a tremendous honor and encouragement for the Group. I would like to thank the judging panel for affirming the quality of Dynasty products. We will continue to strive for excellence and deliver superior craftsmanship to stimulate brand vitality and bring Dynasty wines to the global stage.”Below are the Dynasty products that won medals at the 2025 GWSAA:The 2025 Cathay Global Wine & Spirits Awards Asia Silver MedalDynasty Tianyang Winery Jasmine Sparkling WineThis sparkling wine is made with Dynasty’s dry white wine base, apple juice, and jasmine tea, and then cold-brewed at a low temperature. The fruity grape aroma and jasmine tea fragrance blend perfectly, resulting in a smooth body, delicate bubbles, and a clean, refreshing taste.The 2025 Cathay Global Wine & Spirits Awards Asia Silver MedalDynasty Inherit Series - Dry Red Wine This wine is mainly made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes harvested from the eastern foothills of the Helan Mountains in Ningxia and the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang. It presents a beautiful deep ruby hue, with flavours of ripe mulberries and blackberries enveloped by elegant oak aromas. It is smooth and sweet on the palate, with fine tannins, a round, full body, and vibrant character with a lingering finish.The 2025 Cathay Global Wine & Spirits Awards Asia Bronze MedalDynasty Inherit Series - Semi Dry White Wine This wine is mainly crafted from premium Muscat grapes sourced from the Tianjin region. The wine is straw yellow, clear and transparent, exuding a rich aroma of roses and other white flowers, accompanied by fruity notes of fresh lemon and ripe pineapple. The wine has an elegant aroma, a sweet and delicate taste, and a lively, refreshing body.In recent years, Dynasty has won many industry and market awards, including:YearAwards2020- Six wines won one Platinum Award, one Gold Award, two Silver Awards, one Bronze Award and one Seal of Approval at the “Wine.Luxe International Awards”- Dynasty X.O. 18 Years Old Brandy won the Grand Gold Award at the “2020 International Wine Grand Challenge”- Dynasty won a Silver Award and two Bronze Awards at “The Asian Cabernet Sauvignon Masters” and “The Asian Sparkling Wine Masters” hosted by The Drinks Business Asia- Dynasty garnered two Silver Awards and two Bronze Awards at the “2020 HKIWSC”2021- Dynasty won two Gold Awards, one Silver Award and two Bronze Awards at the “Wine.Luxe International Awards 2020”- Dynasty won three Silver Awards at “The Asian Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2021”and “The DB Asia Summer Tasting 2021” hosted by the Drinks Business Asia- Dynasty Garnered Two Silver Awards at the “2021 HKIWSC”2022- Dynasty won two Silver Awards at “The Asian Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2022” hosted by the Drinks Business Asia- “Dynasty Dry Red Wine – Seven-Year Reserve” won the Gold Medal at the “International Wine Grand Challenge (IWGC (China))”- Dynasty Garnered Two Bronze Awards at the “2022 HKIWSC”2023- Dynasty Garnered Two Bronze Awards at the 2023 IWSC for the first time- Dynasty won the Master Medal, Silver Medal and Bronze Medal at “The Asian Sparkling Masters 2023” and “The Asian Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2023” hosted by the Drinks Business Asia- Dynasty won the Gold Medal at the “25th Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles”- Dynasty won one Gold Medal and two Bronze Medals at the “2023 HKIWSC”2024- Dynasty won the Silver Medal and Bronze Medal at “The Asian Chardonnay Masters 2024” and “The Asian Cabernet Sauvignon Masters 2024” hosted by the Drinks Business Asia- Dynasty won one Gold Award and one Bronze Award at the 2024 IWSC- Dynasty won one Grand Gold and one Silver Medals at the "2024 Fall FIWA, FIWA Bio & FISA"- Dynasty won one Silver and one Bronze Medals at the "2024 HKIWSC"2025- Four wines won awards at the 2024 "Qingzhuo Award" hosted by the China Alcoholic Drinks Association- Dynasty won one Grand Gold Medal and one Gold Medal at the "France International Wine Awards, China Region, Spring 2025"- Dynasty garnered one Silver Medal at the 2025 IWSC- Dynasty won two Gold Medals and one Bronze Medal at the 2025 “Wine.Luxe International Awards”- Dynasty won two Silver and one Bronze Medals at 2025 GWSAAAbout Dynasty Fine Wines Group LimitedDynasty Fine Wines Group Limited was listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited with the stock code 00828 on 26 January 2005. Founded in 1980, Dynasty is the premier grape winemaker in China. It is principally engaged in the production and sale of grape wine products under its reputable “Dynasty” brand. Dynasty is the first Sino-foreign joint venture wine company in China with Tianjin Food Group Limited and the French grape wine giant, Remy Cointreau, as its current major shareholders. The Group produces and sells more than 100 grape wine product series, and introduces imported wine products, providing high-quality and value-for-money grape wines to the full range of consumer groups in China. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Home Control(1747.HK):承袭飞利浦血统
以国际化实力开启智慧健康新篇章
在全球智能控制与IoT(物联网)领域深耕超过三十年,Home Control(1747.HK)正凭借其深厚的国际根基与灵活高效的全球布局,逐步展现出稳健而具潜力的成长轨迹。作为荷兰飞利浦(Philips)家居控制部门的原班团队,Home Control 自成立以来即秉承欧洲严谨的工程传统与品质标准,专注于智能控制与连接技术的研发与制造,服务全球一线品牌电视、电讯和智能家居品牌客户。
源自飞利浦的国际基因国际化管理团队奠定经营视野及稳健执行力
Home Control 的核心团队拥有逾30年的智能控制与物联网技术积累,长期为欧美多家国际级家电、电讯与智能家居品牌提供产品与系统解决方案。公司至今已为超过 300 家全球客户 提供智能控制模组与产品,出货量累计超过 15 亿件,产品销售至 40 多个国家与地区。凭借欧洲技术标准与亚洲制造效率的结合,公司建立起稳固的品牌信誉与全球竞争力,成为智能控制与连接技术领域的重要参与者。
Home Control 的管理层与研发骨干成员横跨欧洲、美国及亚洲,具备深厚的跨国电子及IoT产业经验。公司采用「国际战略 + 灵活运营」的双轨管理模式,既承袭欧洲企业对品质与细节的严谨态度,又融入亚洲制造的成本效率与快速应变力。这一组合,使公司在全球供应链波动与市场变化下仍能保持高交付力与稳定的毛利率结构,展现成熟企业的经营韧性。
全球研发与制造布局形成高效协同优势
公司在新加坡与中国设有双研发中心:
新加坡团队专注基础工程与系统架构设计,平均拥有超过20年行业经验;
中国研发中心则聚焦产品落地与客户定制开发,技术转化效率高。
此外,Home Control 在中国内地、巴西、印度及柬埔寨设有制造基地,构建起覆盖四大洲的多国生产网络。这种高效的分布式架构,不仅提升了交付灵活度,也有效分散了供应链风险,为公司长期稳健发展奠定基础。
由智能家居迈向智慧健康开启第二增长曲线
Home Control 自2019年起已开始进军医疗健康相关业务,于2024年已取得亮眼表现,并于2025年持续增长。2025年9月Home Control成立香港子公司Orbiva,以「居家健康(Home Health)」为切入点,开发以数据与连接为核心的健康管理生态系统。 新业务的愿景是: 「打造以人为本、由科技驱动的全球健康服务生态,结合AIoT技术、医疗资源与创新服务模式,实现硬件、软件、数据与服务的融合。」
该生态将融合公司既有的IoT技术、软硬件整合能力及跨界研发资源,逐步推出智能健康管理及交互装置、家庭健康解决方案及一站式AIoT健康数据平台。该新业务方向将结合Home Control多年在智能控制、感测与连接技术的积累,构建以「连接家庭、服务健康」为愿景的智能健康生态系统,成为公司未来的重要成长引擎。
根据市场预测,全球医疗IT市场将由2025年的 5,879亿美元 跃升至 1.225万亿美元(2029年),年复合增长率达 20.2%。亚洲各国亦积极推动医疗数据化与远程健康服务政策,如中国的「健康中国2030」及新加坡的电子病历共享计划,为智慧健康IoT设备创造庞大市场空间。
Home Control 凭借其深厚的IoT技术底蕴与跨产业合作能力,具备天然的延伸优势,有望在新兴健康科技赛道中抢得先机,实现由「智能家居」向「智慧健康」的战略升维。
从飞利浦传承走向未来健康科技蓝海
从飞利浦的技术传承到今日的全球化运营,Home Control 始终以创新、品质与灵活为核心。随着AIoT与健康科技的融合加速,Home Control正站在智能制造与智慧医疗交汇的关键时刻。对长线投资者而言,这家兼具欧洲血统、国际视野与亚洲效率的企业,或正迎来估值重估与价值重塑的新周期。
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TOKYO & GUAM, Nov 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan’s only international payment brand, and T.P. Micronesia, Inc. (Lam Lam Tours and Transportation), a group company of JTB Corp., are launching the second round of the Shopping Mall Shuttle Free Ride Campaign in Guam. The campaign will run from November 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, continuing the successful shuttle bus initiative now in its fourth year.JCB offers a complimentary rides on the Shopping Mall Shuttle route of the Red Guahan Shuttle, which connects Guam's major shopping centers—Micronesia Mall, Dusit Place, K Mart, Guam Premier Outlets, and Village of Donki—via the hotel district.To enjoy the free ride, JCB cardmembers simply present JCB Cards[1] to the driver when boarding. Each cardmember is eligible for free transportation for themselves and up to two accompanying children[2].Following the strong positive response from visitors during the first campaign held in early 2025, JCB has decided to launch this second round using the same popular route.For more information, please visit here.To explore other exclusive offers and services for JCB cardmembers worldwide, visit here.[1] Prepaid and virtual cards are not eligible.[2] Non-eligible passengers must purchase a ticket. Children aged 5 and under travel free of charge.About Shopping Mall ShuttleThe Shopping Mall Shuttle is a fixed route bus service that provides transportation in Guam, connecting Guam's hotel districts to places such as major shopping centers.About Lam Lam Tours and TransportationT.P. Micronesia, Inc. dba Lam Lam Tours & Transportation owns a fleet of large buses, limousines, trolleys, and other vehicles and provides a variety of transportation services in Guam, including the Red Guahan Shuttle, shuttles between the airport and hotels, and chartered buses.About JCBJCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 56 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 169 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.global.jcb/en/ContactAnna TakedaCorporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5778-8353Email: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com