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WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd Announces Launch in Singapore’s Luxury Watch Market

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Newly formed luxury watch company brings together three businesses and their complementary expertise, with plans to build a leading office-based watch dealership in Singapore and Asia

SINGAPORE, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd announced its entry into Singapore’s luxury watch market, bringing together three previously independent businesses under a single company focused on creating a more welcoming and memorable experience for luxury watch buyers and collectors.

From left: Mr Desmond, Co-Founder; Mr Eldon, Co-Founder; and Mr Feng Wei, Co-Founder of WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd.

Established in 2026, WorthyTime represents the combination of three private limited companies whose founders identified an opportunity to bring their complementary strengths together. While WorthyTime itself is newly formed, Co-Founder Mr Feng Wei said the individuals behind the business each bring approximately five years of experience in the watch market.

The launch marks a new chapter for Mr Feng and his partners as they seek to establish WorthyTime as a destination for customers looking to buy, sell and trade luxury watches in Singapore.

The company has also set a long-term ambition of becoming one of the largest office-based watch dealers in Singapore and, eventually, across Asia over the next decade.

“We want to be a safe space for people to buy their luxury watches, and we want to make it fun, enjoyable and memorable for them as well,” said Mr Feng Wei, Co-Founder of WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd.

Bringing Three Businesses Together Under WorthyTime

The formation of WorthyTime follows the decision by three previously separate businesses to combine their capabilities after recognising that their individual strengths could complement one another.

For Mr Feng, this collaboration has already become one of the company’s most important early achievements.

“I think we have managed to produce an output that is more than what we would have created individually,” Mr Feng said. “Usually one plus one equals two, but for us, one plus one plus one is more like four because of the synergy that we have managed to create.”

The newly consolidated business provides customers with access to a mix of pre-owned and unworn watches, bringing together the complementary experience and expertise of the businesses behind WorthyTime.

A Different Kind of Luxury Watch Experience

Alongside announcing the company’s formation, WorthyTime is introducing a customer experience built around making luxury watch transactions feel less intimidating and less overtly sales-driven.

Mr Feng said the business was created in response to what he saw as an opportunity to provide customers with a comfortable environment in which the experience of purchasing a watch could become part of the memory attached to the timepiece itself.

“We tried to make it less salesy. We want it to be a friendly environment, so that they enjoy the process, they remember us and they come back to us more in the future,” he said.

This approach extends beyond first-time purchases.

WorthyTime aims to develop long-term relationships with customers as their collections evolve, providing a place where they can return to purchase another watch or explore opportunities to sell or trade existing pieces.

“We want people to enjoy their visit with us,” Mr Feng said. “We want returning customers to smile, to know that this is the place to be when they want to buy, sell or trade their watches.”

From Personal Passion to Entrepreneurship

The launch of WorthyTime also represents the latest stage in Mr Feng’s own entrepreneurial journey.

His interest in watches began as a passion while he was at university. After graduating, he entered a conventional nine-to-five career but continued pursuing his interest in watches outside of his full-time employment.

His enjoyment of watches and interacting with customers eventually encouraged him to pursue the industry more seriously and build something of his own for the long term.

WorthyTime did not, however, emerge from Mr Feng’s first attempt at entrepreneurship.

Mr Feng describes the business as his fourth attempt at starting a watch dealership. Previous attempts gave him experience in identifying suitable watches, markets and customer demographicslessons that he believes contributed to the development of WorthyTime.

That experience has shaped the persistence he now associates with entrepreneurship.

“If it’s something that you’re passionate about, you should give it a shot,” Mr Feng said. “Always be consistent and don’t give up.”

Early Momentum for the Newly Launched Brand

Although WorthyTime was only established in 2026, the company has begun seeing early signs of growing brand awareness.

Mr Feng points to the development of WorthyTime’s social media presence as one of the milestones he is most proud of since launching the company.

The increased visibility has resulted in people approaching the business for interviews and making enquiries about employment opportunities developments Mr Feng sees as encouraging indications that the WorthyTime name is beginning to gain recognition.

For Mr Feng personally, building WorthyTime has also meant adapting from life as an employee to the responsibilities of leading a company.

“Coming from a nine-to-five background, now individually I don’t have somebody telling me what to do,” he said. “I need to be the one that takes charge and takes initiative.”

The transition, he added, has brought greater accountability and responsibility for determining how the company develops.

WorthyTime Sets Its Sights on Singapore and Asia

With the company now established, WorthyTime is looking beyond its initial launch.

Mr Feng’s longer-term vision is to develop WorthyTime into one of Singapore’s leading office-based luxury watch dealers before expanding its presence and recognition more broadly across Asia.

The company is approaching that ambition through a combination of industry experience, the complementary capabilities of its founders and a customer experience designed around relationships rather than individual transactions.

For WorthyTime, that means creating a business where buying a first luxury watch can mark the beginning of a longer relationship that may continue as customers buy, sell and trade watches throughout their collecting journey.

“We want to be one of, if not the largest office-based watch dealer in Singapore and in Asia, hopefully in the next 10 years,” Mr Feng said.

About WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd

WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based luxury watch company established in 2026 following the combination of three previously independent businesses. Bringing together complementary experience in the watch market, WorthyTime offers pre-owned and unworn luxury watches and provides customers with opportunities to buy, sell and trade timepieces.

The company is focused on creating a friendly, comfortable and memorable luxury watch experience while building long-term relationships with collectors and customers.

WorthyTime Holdings Pte Ltd
Website: https://worthytime.com/

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ZDR Investments SG VCC announces H1 results and new acquisitions in Europe

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ZDR Investments SG VCC, a Singaporean real estate fund specializing in grocery-anchored retail parks across Europe, reported H1 2026 results with a 12-month net return of 7.02% as at 30 June 2026 while the fund’s performance since launch now stands at 7.68% p.a. The fund is also seeing growing interest from Asian investors.

ZDR Investments SG VCC is a feeder fund connected to the European-based ZDR Master Fund, managing 46 properties across six European countries, with a combined property value of EUR 614.3 million and annual rental income of EUR 37.7 million. The portfolio maintains a 99.8% occupancy rate, alongside a weighted average lease expiry (WALE) of 7.4 years, reflecting the stability and long-term nature of its underlying assets. ZDR Master Fund has been operating since 2017, establishing a track record in the European retail property market.

Expanding the Austrian Portfolio

The first half of the year confirmed that the ZDR Master Fund is on the right trajectory. As part of our ongoing partnership with Austrian developer Rutter Immobilien Group, we strengthened the fund with further retail park acquisitions in Austria,” said David Čubr, CEO of ZDR Investments Group.

Since the start of 2026, the group completed the acquisition of the Amstetten West retail park and signed an acquisition agreement for the PRO Linz shopping centre.

Together, the two projects represent a combined value of approximately EUR 68 million, increasing the funds exposure to Austrias resilient retail property sector. The transactions also deepen ZDR Investmentspartnership with Austrian developer Rutter Immobilien Group, following the acquisition of EUCO Wolfsberg and the Eugendorf retail park near Salzburg in late 2025.

Attracting Capital from Asia

ZDR Investments SG VCC, managed locally by Euro Asia Asset Management, has welcomed an institutional investor attracted to the defensive nature of our strategy for capital preservation with enhanced returns, marking a further step in ZDR Investments’ expansion among Asian investors.

We are pleased to welcome a new strategic partnership in Asia and see this as the beginning of a long-term relationship,” said Karol Piovarcsy, Director of Euro Asia Asset Management.

The Singapore-domiciled feeder structure provides international investors with access to the ZDR Master Fund through a regulated framework. Investors can choose between a Growth Class, focused on capital appreciation, and a Dividend Class, designed to provide regular income distributions.

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Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future performance. Returns shown are net of fees and are not guaranteed. This release is issued for information purposes only and is intended for accredited and institutional investors in Singapore; it does not constitute an offer or solicitation to subscribe for units in any fund.

 

 

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GomSpace receives order for fast-deployment satellite solution valued at 2.4 MUSD

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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GomSpace North America, LLC has received an order from an undisclosed defense customer in the United States with a value of 2.4 MUSD (22.6 MSEK)

The agreement covers GomSpace’s unique satellite platform kits that will form part of an end-to-end solution supporting a US government mission.

GomSpace platform kits are rapid-deployment satellite solutions designed to accelerate mission timelines and simplify procurement. These pre-engineered, modular small satellite bus systems are available in 6U to 16U CubeSat and microsatellite-class configurations enabling customers to rapidly integrate payload, reduce technical risk, and move from concept to launch faster while maintaining high performance and mission flexibility.

This engagement marks the start of a new customer relationship, builds on established connections between GomSpace and members of the customer’s technical team, and reflects confidence in the Company’s products, technical expertise, and mission execution capabilities. 

Deliveries are expected to take place over the coming quarters. 

“This order reflects the trust our customer places in GomSpace’s satellite platforms, technical expertise, and ability to support mission success,” says Slava Frayter, CEO of GomSpace North America, LLC. “Our modular platform kits and technical support enable customers to accelerate their mission development while reducing technical and programmatic risk.”

Find more information about GomSpace platform kits here.

About GomSpace Group AB
Founded in 2007, GomSpace is a global provider of small satellite solutions with customers in more than 60 countries. The company’s business operations are mainly conducted through the wholly owned Danish subsidiary, GomSpace A/S, with headquarters and operational facilities in Aalborg, Denmark. GomSpace also has key operations in Luxembourg, France, and the United States. GomSpace develops and delivers advanced systems and services that enable governments, commercial enterprises, and research institutions to achieve their objectives in space. The company’s expertise covers satellite subsystems, complete small satellite missions, and satellite operations, providing solutions that support smarter, faster, and more affordable access to space.
The company is listed on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market in Stockholm under the ticker GOMX. FNCA Sweden AB is the Company’s Certified Adviser. For more information, please visit www.gomspace.com.

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Anne Breüner (Head of Corporate Affairs)
Tel: +45 40 200 192
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Caroline Schwob (Marketing & Communication Director)
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Slava Frayter, CEO GomSpace North America
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Asian Captive Conference 2026 Highlights How Captives Are Utilised as Businesses Navigate Risks

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8th Asian Captive Conference convened regulators, industry leaders and risk professionals to discuss developments and the future of global captive insurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 8th Asian Captive Conference (ACC) 2026 yesterday brought together more than 300 risk and industry professionals from the region and beyond to explore how captive insurance is enabling businesses to refine their risk management strategy amid an uncertain and multi-faceted operating environment. The conference was co-organised by Labuan IBFC Incorporated Sdn. Bhd. (Labuan IBFC Inc.) and the Labuan International Insurance Association (LIIA).

Ben Quah, CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc., presenting his welcome remarks at the conference

The conference highlighted the growing role of captives in strengthening resilience, enhancing risk-financing control and addressing emerging risks. This growing interest was reflected in the diverse delegate profile, spanning regulators, multinational corporations, and representatives from the captive insurance ecosystem, underscoring the increasing recognition of captive insurance as a strategic risk-financing solution.

The conference opened with a welcome address by Ben Quah, CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc., who noted the growing recognition of captives as a strategic tool for managing complex risks. “A captive is no longer simply an alternative mechanism for financing predictable or difficult-to-place risks. Increasingly, it is becoming a strategic instrument that enables organisations to understand their risks more deeply, respond with greater flexibility and retain greater control over how those risks are financed,” he said.

This was followed by a keynote address by Affendi Rashdi, Director-General of the Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA), who highlighted the evolving role of captives in addressing increasingly complex risks and strengthening resilience. “We may not be able to eliminate volatility, but we can be better prepared for it. Volatility may be unavoidable – but vulnerability does not have to be,” he elaborated.

The conference witnessed the launch of the LIIA Women in Captive Insurance, Asia’s first dedicated industry network for women in the captive insurance sector. The initiative aims to advance female talent through mentorship, leadership development and cross-border knowledge exchange, with Affendi Rashdi, Director-General of the Labuan FSA, named as its inaugural Male Ally Champion.

The flagship panel, “Unlocking Captive Potential: Regulatory Perspectives from Asia and Emerging Markets,” comprising regulators from Labuan IBFC, Hong Kong and Singapore, reinforced the importance of closer regional engagement and continued alignment between regulators and industry stakeholders to support the sustainable growth of captive markets across Asia.

ACC 2026 also featured an industry dialogue with experts from Labuan IBFC, China and Hong Kong which highlighted the increasing relevance of captive structures for Chinese businesses expanding internationally, particularly as companies seek greater control and diversification in managing cross-border and emerging risks.

The afternoon programme explored developments in captive takaful, employee benefits captives and emerging technologies, highlighting new opportunities for organisations to enhance risk management, efficiency and tailor their risk-financing strategies beyond traditional property and casualty applications.

The conference concluded with an executive panel exploring how captives and parametric insurance can complement traditional programmes to address climate, energy transition and other emerging risks, providing greater flexibility and resilience in risk financing.

Annie Undikai, Chairwoman of LIIA, delivered the closing remarks and underscored the importance of people and collaboration in shaping a stronger captive insurance industry. “Capital builds captives, but people, ideas, and relationships shape the future of captive insurance,” she commented.

The 8th Asian Captive Conference reaffirmed the importance of continued regulatory dialogue, industry collaboration and innovation in strengthening Asia’s captive insurance ecosystem. As organisations face increasingly interconnected and unpredictable risks, captives are emerging as an increasingly strategic tool for building resilience and developing more responsive and sustainable risk-financing strategies.

For more information on Asia’s premier international financial hub, visit www.labuanibfc.com.

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BE CENTRE TAKES CHILDREN’S THERAPY INTO CENTRAL COAST COMMUNITIES AS OUTREACH PROGRAM RECORDS MORE THAN 95% ATTENDANCE AND RETENTION

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New community-based program is bringing Play and Art Therapy directly to vulnerable children, including those impacted by domestic and family violence.

SYDNEY, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Be Centre has expanded its children’s mental health services across the Central Coast through its Central Coast Outreach Program, taking qualified therapeutic support directly into local communities to make early intervention more accessible for vulnerable children and families.

The program is designed for children who may face barriers accessing traditional clinic-based services and includes group Art Therapy for children impacted by domestic and family violence, delivered in partnership with trusted community organisations.

Since commencing, the program has achieved more than 95% attendance and retention, demonstrating strong engagement from families who are often described as difficult to reach.

Be Centre CEO Tania Taylor says the results are challenging the way Australia thinks about access to children’s mental health services.

“We’ve often asked why vulnerable families don’t access therapy. The better question is whether we’ve designed services that vulnerable families can realistically access.”

Rather than expecting families to navigate transport, appointments and unfamiliar clinical environments, Be Centre’s outreach model brings therapeutic support closer to where children and families already live and feel safe.

The program reflects Be Centre’s broader approach to early intervention: identify emotional needs earlier, work alongside the people already supporting children and create environments where children can communicate in ways that feel natural to them.

That includes recognising that behaviour can be communication.

Children experiencing emotional distress may show it through aggression, withdrawal, anxiety, school refusal, big emotional reactions or changes in behaviour. Play Therapy provides children with a developmentally appropriate way to express feelings, explore experiences and work through emotions when they may not yet have the words to explain what is happening.

Be Centre is also extending this approach into preschools and schools, embedding Play Therapists to support educators in understanding behaviour, building emotional safety and identifying children’s needs earlier.

The demand for services is reflected in Be Centre’s FY2025 results, with 2,403 individual Play, Art and Drama Therapy sessions delivered to 315 children. Fifty-one families received full scholarships during the year, while clinical capacity increased by 51 per cent.

Founder Deb Killelea established Be Centre after discovering the power of Play Therapy to help children heal from trauma.

Taylor says the Central Coast program demonstrates why service delivery needs to be designed around children’s lives.

“If we genuinely believe in early intervention, we have to build services around children’s lives, not expect children to build their lives around our services.”

ABOUT BE CENTRE

Be Centre is a Central Coast-based children’s mental health organisation specialising in Play Therapy and early intervention. Founded in 2008, Be Centre works with children, families, educators and communities to help children experiencing trauma, adversity and emotional challenges.

Website: www.becentre.org.au 

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IFA 2026 Tech Festival: Global Creator’s Live Exhibition Tour Showcases Diverse Lifestyle Tech Innovations

BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 September 2026 – As IFA 2026 officially kicks off, the highly anticipated Tech Festival has made its grand debut at Booth H17 220 in Hall 17. Centered around immersive, user-centric lifestyle technology experiences, the event brings together four renowned brands—DJI, Bosch, Roborock, and UMAY—to showcase a range of innovative consumer products designed to elevate modern smart daily living.

IFA 2026 Tech Festival

The core highlight of the event is an exclusive, live on-site exhibition tour hosted by world-renowned creator Pamela. During the live stream, Pamela visited the booths to experience several flagship products firsthand. Sharing her genuine personal impressions, she effectively communicated the key features and advantages of each product to a global audience. This livestreaming seamlessly bridged the physical exhibition with online digital communities, significantly boosting the exposure and global impact of the Tech Festival.

The exhibition features four major categories of technology products, covering image creation, home cooking, smart cleaning, and home fitness. DJI presents its portable, intelligent pocket imaging devices, leveraging advanced sensor technology and AI-optimized algorithms to deliver stable, high-quality footage for everyday content creation. Bosch showcases its upgraded dual-chamber air fryer, optimizing the home cooking experience with a healthier, more efficient, and user-friendly solution. Roborock introduces its high-end flagship robotic vacuum, equipped with precise smart navigation and all-scenario adaptive cleaning capabilities to effortlessly achieve whole-house smart cleaning. Meanwhile, UMAY exhibits its ergonomically designed, smart-connected fitness equipment, lowering the barrier to entry for long-term, professional home workouts.

Driven by its youthful, scenario-based, and experiential exhibition format, the Tech Festival has emerged as one of the most popular and iconic experiential highlights of IFA 2026. It vividly illustrates the emerging trend of how lifestyle technology empowers and elevates the quality of everyday life.

Hashtag: #TechFestival

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Lee Kum Kee Sauce Strongly Supports Consumer Goods Forum China Day 2026


SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 September 2026 – Lee Kum Kee Sauce (“Lee Kum Kee”), the century-old sauce brand and a member of the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), actively participated in CGF China Day 2026, held in Shanghai, China from 9 September to 10 September. Julie Xing, Ph.D., Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, was invited to deliver a keynote speech and join a roundtable discussion, underscoring the Company’s commitment to partnership, responsible growth, and improved industry collaboration within China’s consumer goods ecosystem.

Julie Xing, Ph.D., Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, delivers a keynote speech at CGF China Day 2026, sharing insights on the future of the food industry.
Julie Xing, Ph.D., Global Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kum Kee Sauce, delivers a keynote speech at CGF China Day 2026, sharing insights on the future of the food industry.

In her keynote speech, “Consumer-Centric: Creating Value Across the Entire Ecosystem,” Dr. Xing shared Lee Kum Kee Sauce’s perspective on the future development of the food industry, linking them to China’s 15th Five-Year Plan for consumption upgrading and broader industry trends.

Dr. Xing highlighted that consumers today are experiencing a threefold awakening of value, awareness, and health. Consumers are more proactive in researching product ingredients before buying, and seeking out low-sugar, low-salt and low-fat options. Consequently, health consciousness is shifting from a premium selling point to a default industry expectation.

Dr. Xing said, “Faced with increasingly diverse consumer demands, no single company can succeed in isolation. Consumer goods companies must build a comprehensive innovation portfolio over the next three to five years, spanning the entire value chain — from products and consumption scenarios to experience, channels, and business models. Only by breaking down silos and collaborating through cross-sector co-creation can we put consumers at the centre and forge new pathways for industry growth through shared value creation.”

Dr. Xing (far right) participates in the roundtable discussion on "Reshaping Growth Logic, Co-creating Long-Term Value," exploring how the consumer goods industry can leverage AI to enhance data-driven insights and create value for consumers.
Dr. Xing (far right) participates in the roundtable discussion on “Reshaping Growth Logic, Co-creating Long-Term Value,” exploring how the consumer goods industry can leverage AI to enhance data-driven insights and create value for consumers.

During the roundtable session, Lee Kum Kee joined consumer goods leaders to discuss emerging industry trends and the drive toward a more resilient consumption ecosystem that creates greater value for consumers in the new era. Dr. Xing engaged in dialogue with Ken Murphy, Global CEO of Tesco and Co-Chair of the CGF Global Board; Pu Shaohua, Chairman of Bailian Group and Co-Chair of the CGF China Board; and Anne Tse, CEO of PepsiCo Asia Pacific, on “Reshaping Growth Logic, Co-creating Long-Term Value.” Moderated by Derek Deng, Senior Global Partner at Bain & Company and Chairman of the Consumer Products Practice for Greater China, the four panellists shared insights on AI applications and efficiency improvements in the consumer industry, as well as how to sustainably create consumer value through a long-termism approach. Dr. Xing shared Lee Kum Kee’s experience in applying AI in supply chain optimisation and consumer insights, and noted that innovation investment often yield results over multi-year horizons, requiring leadership resolve and patience to balance short-term returns with long-term strategic positioning.

Dodie Hung, Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs of Lee Kum Kee Sauce shares how the company embeds sustainability into its day-to-day operations.
Dodie Hung, Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs of Lee Kum Kee Sauce shares how the company embeds sustainability into its day-to-day operations.

CGF China Day 2026 spanned two days. On the second day, Dodie Hung, Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs at Lee Kum Kee Sauce shared the Company’s experience in embedding sustainable development across three areas: green production, responsible product packaging, and community giving during the “China Green Sustainable Development Day” session.

Moreover, CGF announced that Lee Kum Kee’s sustainable packaging cases were featured in the 2026 Golden Design Rules Case Study, and the China Research Report on the Design-for-Recycling (DfR)Standards for Plastic Packaging in the FMCG Industry, for which Lee Kum Kee served as a member of the Chinese Expert and Advisory Group, was officially released. Both achievements demonstrate Lee Kum Kee’s innovative practices in packaging design that balance product safety, user experience, and environmental sustainability, reflecting the brand’s commitment to providing consumers with products that combine great taste with sustainable development value.

As CGF’s flagship annual event in China, CGF China Day is one of the most influential exchange platforms in the consumer goods industry. This year’s conference brought together over 350 industry executives and professionals from retailers and manufacturers across China and the global FMCG ecosystem, engaging in in-depth discussions on strategic opportunities and development trends in China’s consumer goods market.

Looking ahead, Lee Kum Kee will continue to work hand in hand with partners to advance industry alignment, foster a healthier, more sustainable, and more vibrant consumption ecosystem, and deliver value to consumers.
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About Lee Kum Kee Sauce

Lee Kum Kee Sauce is the global gateway to Asian culinary culture, dedicated to promoting Chinese culinary culture worldwide. Since 1888, it has brought people together over joyful reunions, shared traditions and memorable meals. Beloved by consumers and chefs alike, Lee Kum Kee Sauce’s range of more than 300 sauces and condiments sparks creativity in kitchens everywhere, inspiring professional and home chefs to experiment, create, and delight. Headquartered in Hong Kong, China and serving over 100 countries and regions, Lee Kum Kee Sauce’s rich heritage, unwavering commitment to quality, sustainable practices and “Constant Entrepreneurship” combine to enable superior experiences through Asian cuisine for people worldwide. For more information, please visit .

About Consumer Goods Forum

The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) was founded in Paris, France, in 1953. It is the only global CEO-led organisation that unites consumer goods retailers and manufacturers worldwide. With some 400 members, the CGF brings together leading consumer goods retailers, manufacturers, service providers and other stakeholders from more than 70 countries. Governed by a Board of Directors comprising CEOs from more than 56 manufacturers and retailers, its member companies represent combined global sales of over €4.6 trillion. The CGF’s mission is “Better Lives Through Better Business”– benefiting people and the planet while supporting member companies in achieving long-term sustainable growth.

Fringe events at Automechanika Jakarta empower, connect and immerse participants in Indonesia’s automotive industry

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JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Automechanika Jakarta is making its debut from 24 to 27 September 2026 at Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE). Bringing together more than 300 exhibitors from 16 represented markets across 20,000 sqm, the fair will cover the entire value chain, including Parts & Components, Electrics & Electronics, Accessories & Customising, Diagnostics & Repair, Automotive Manufacturing & Automation, and more. The exhibition offers a gateway into Indonesia, opening opportunities for international trade and development to support the advancement of the regional automotive supply chain.

Highlighting the event’s reach, seven country and region pavilions will comprise brands from Mainland China, the EU, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand.

Overall, exhibitors include leading global and local names such as Aisin, Akebono, Andritz, Astra Otoparts, Asuki, Bosch Service, Brembo, Denso, Elmos, Dharma Group, Drivol, Filtration Solution, Hella, Himawan Putra, Indoprima Group, KYB, Launch, Mahle, Mansons, Meiji Sangyo, Mobiletron, NSK, Pako Group, Reach, Sakura, Scantruck Singapore, Schaeffler, Schmaco, Seiken, SKF, Snap-on, Startec, TecAlliance, Teikin, Timur Raya, Toyopower, TriAlliance, TUV Rheinland, and more.

Beyond the show floor, a lineup of forums, workshops, and panel discussions are what will transform industry trends into tangible insights.

Automotive Mobility Solutions Conference
The conference connects Indonesia’s automotive development with global trends, covering electrification, Industry 4.0, AI-enabled mobility, fleet management, parts traceability in aftersales, and circular, low-emission operations. Sessions will deep dive into how AI-driven smart factories can eliminate production bottlenecks, battery degradation testing for repurposing or recycling, and integrating second-life battery storage with solar and wind power to stabilise Indonesia’s remote island grids, replace diesel generators, and expand rural electrification.

Supply Chain Collaboration Forum
The forum will cover the government’s ambition of becoming a regional vehicle manufacturing hub beginning with supply chain opportunities addressing how incentives encourage investment. GAIKINDO representatives are also set to discuss initiatives empowering local SMEs.

Tech & Skills Workshop and Xperience Zone
Technicians will engage in practical and theoretical training to keep pace with the evolving automotive industry and transition to the EV market. Attendees can gain immediate, hands-on experience in an interactive area where they can step into the role of a mechanic. Highlights include dent repair, spot welding, car polishing, plasma cutting, and VR spray-painting, helping workshops make informed purchasing decisions, refine operational techniques, and evaluate new revenue streams.

Business Matching Programme
Supported by a dedicated team and an advanced matchmaking system, the programme connects buyers with specific sourcing needs directly to exhibitors, helping participants build meaningful business relationships during the show.

autoFEST@JKT
The event brings automotive culture to life through interactive features, classic car displays, and live vehicle services. Highlights include AMJKT Grand Prix Cup (motorsport simulator racing), an outdoor Car Slalom Test, Auto Service Day offering complimentary wheel alignments and nitrogen tyre fills, and the Auto Bazaar for sourcing hard-to-find components.

For more information about visitor pre-registration, please visit www.automechanika-jakarta.com.

Automechanika Jakarta is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Indonesian Automotive Parts & Components Industries Association (GIAMM).

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PITAKA Introduces iPhone 18 Case Collection Featuring Advanced Protection and Refined Design

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The Edge and Guard series combine lightweight aramid fiber with enhanced protection, innovative craftsmanship, and an expanded palette of nature-inspired patterns.

HONG KONG, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following the successful debut of its “Signals in the Wind” brand event in Berlin on September 4, where PITAKA presented its latest designs inspired by nature, the brand today introduced its latest case collection for the iPhone 18 series. The recognition comes on the heels of PITAKA’s NYPDA Gold Award win, with the brand earning an IFA Innovation Award Honoree 2026 designation during IFA 2026, where its product was showcased, as well as a Best of IFA award from Yanko Design. Featuring two distinct lines — Edge and Guard — the collection combines premium aramid fiber with enhanced drop protection and a broader range of woven patterns, bringing PITAKA’s signature material approach to Apple’s latest lineup.

PITAKA iPhone 18 Series Cases Collection

“With this collection, we wanted every material decision to say something — not just protect the phone, but change how it feels in your hand,” said James Zheng, Founder of PITAKA. “Edge and Guard represent two different answers to the same question: how do you add protection without losing the thing that made aramid fiber worth using in the first place — the way it feels, moves, and ages with you.”

Edge Series: Lightweight and Close-Fitting Protection

The Edge Series emphasizes a minimal profile, utilizing woven aramid fiber to provide everyday scratch and drop protection without adding bulk. Its textured surface offers natural friction for an ergonomic, non-slip grip.

The case integrates PitaTap™, PITAKA’s proprietary capacitive camera button, built by seamlessly embedding a sensor into less than 1mm of aramid fiber through a one-piece molding process. To boost impact absorption without compromising weight, the case incorporates Mammoth Resin™ — a proprietary compound developed over 14 months through 300 formulation iterations and more than 400 drop tests, delivering up to twice the drop resistance of PITAKA’s previous resin. A subtle P-angle corner design further simplifies installation and removal.

Guard Series: Enhanced Impact Resistance and Seamless Craftsmanship

The Guard Series introduces two distinct models — Cairn and Summa — tailored for users seeking higher levels of defense:

  • Cairn Case: Combines woven aramid fiber with impact-resistant TPU and an upgraded Bow-Arc Corner Buffer 2.0. Inspired by outdoor gear structures, this design reinforces corner protection against severe drops while giving the case a rugged aesthetic.
  • Summa Case: Leverages 3D thermoforming technology to wrap aramid fiber smoothly around the edges, resulting in a continuous woven surface with virtually no visible seams. It features a high-toughness resin core and a built-in lanyard anchor for added everyday security.

Expanded Color Palette and Nature-Inspired Patterns

The collection expands PITAKA’s woven lineup with new design categories:

  • Wind Over Wheat Series: Available in Golden Drift, Surging Awn, and Berlin Nocturne.
  • Argyle Finishes: Offered in Lava Black, Abyss Blue, Burgundy, and Blue’s Red.
  • Moment Series: Featuring updated iterations of classic weaves alongside new seasonal patterns.

Stay tuned for even more series and patterns coming soon.

Each pattern draws inspiration from elements in nature — light, movement, and natural textures — woven directly into the structural aramid fibers.

Beyond Phone Cases: Expanding the Ecosystem

Under the design motif “What Else Can It Be?” the iPhone 18 launch also marks an expansion of PITAKA’s broader product ecosystem. The brand is applying its aramid and carbon-fiber craftsmanship to everyday tech essentials, including carbon-fiber watch bands, bi-fold wallets, and MacBook protective cases.

Pricing and Availability

The iPhone 18 case collection starts at $59.99 and is available today on the official PITAKA’s Official Website and Amazon. Cases for Apple’s first foldable device, the iPhone Ultra — including front covers, back covers, and full combination sets — range from $54.99 to $109.99.

About PITAKA

PITAKA is a material technology and lifestyle brand exploring how materials, craftsmanship, and design can transform interaction with everyday technology. Guided by its philosophy of Material & Sense, PITAKA crafts aramid-fiber cases, MagSafe accessories, and ecosystem solutions for Apple and Samsung devices.

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Stephen Nash Joins Clear Street as Chief Business Officer, Global Partnerships

DriveWealth veteran to lead global commercial strategy for Clear Street’s embedded brokerage and API business


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 September 2026 – Clear Street (“Clear Street” or “the Company”), a cloud-native financial infrastructure technology firm on a mission to give every sophisticated investor access to every asset in every market, today announced the appointment of Stephen Nash as Chief Business Officer, Global Partnerships. In this role, Nash will lead commercial strategy for the firm’s work with foreign financial institutions, banks and fintechs that use the Company’s infrastructure to offer their own clients access to U.S. markets.

Uri Cohen, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Clear Street, said, “Our global build continues at a rapid pace, and global partnerships are the natural next step, extending our platform to the institutions serving millions of investors around the world. An opportunity of that scale demands leadership that has lived on both sides of the business, and Stephen brings it.”

Nash spent nearly nine years at DriveWealth, most recently as Chief Commercial Officer, leading global commercial strategy for the brokerage-infrastructure platform that lets banks, fintechs and financial institutions offer investing to their customers. Across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, he built and led partnerships with a wide range of sophisticated brokers and digital disrupters, including Toss Securities. Prior to DriveWealth, Nash spent a decade in cross-border capital markets banking: co-heading the International Markets Group at Cowen and Company (now TD Cowen), with earlier roles at Piper Jaffray (now Piper Sandler) and Citigroup.

Stephen Nash, Chief Business Officer, Global Partnerships, said, “I’ve spent my career around the evolving complexity of cross-border capital markets, first as a banker bringing foreign issuers into the U.S., then helping institutions bring their own customers in. Clear Street’s infrastructure was built and proven for the most demanding institutional clients in the market, and extending that same standard to banks, brokers and fintechs around the world is the opportunity I came here to deliver.”

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About Clear Street

Clear Street’s mission is to give every sophisticated investor access to every asset, in every market, through a unified platform built for speed, transparency and scale. We give our clients the technology, tools and service once reserved for the largest institutions, rebuilt with modern infrastructure. Our single, cloud-native, end-to-end capital markets platform powers investor growth today and transforms how they interact with markets tomorrow. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York with offices globally, Clear Street serves active traders, hedge funds, market makers, broker-dealers, ETF issuers and corporates worldwide.

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