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HARRY POTTER: VISIONS OF MAGIC TO OPEN IN SINGAPORE 22 NOVEMBER 2024 AT RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA

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TICKETS OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC STARTING 8 NOVEMBER 2024

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and NEON, officially announced 22 November as the Opening date for the Asia premiere of Harry Potter: Visions of Magic. This interactive art experience has captivated audiences across Europe, and now, it is coming to Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore.

Opening Date: Harry Potter: Visions of Magic officially opens to the public at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore on Friday, 22 November 2024.

Pre-sale Tickets:  Pre-sale tickets are available on 5-7 November via Ticketmaster. Eager fans can still get exclusive access to pre-sale tickets by joining the waitlist now at HarryPotterVisionsofMagic.sg. This pre-sale period offers the first opportunity to secure a spot in this much-anticipated experience. The general on-sale begins on 8 November.  Given the expected high demand, early booking is strongly advised.  Ticket pricing starts at $39 for children 4-12, and $49 for adults 13 and above.

Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is a self-guided journey exploring some of the most mysterious corners of the wizarding world. Guests will discover a series of artistic and immersive environments inspired by enigmatic places in the magical community, like the Ministries of Magic, the captivating wonders of Newt’s Menagerie, and the mesmerizing Pensieve. The combination of responsive video content, bold architecture and original soundscapes become stunning, multi-sensory installations where guests are encouraged to use a wand and illuminate the invisible, revealing visions of magic that bring the entire experience to life.

 

A One-of-a-Kind Interactive Art Experience: Harry Potter: Visions of Magic in Singapore is the largest iteration of this interactive art experience anywhere in the world.

Exclusive to Singapore: This experience includes ten environments, two of which are debuting for the first time in Singapore. Visitors will hear whispers of Parseltongue in The Chamber of Secrets and access a series of chambers protecting a legendary treasure beyond The Trap Door, making this version of Visions of Magic unlike any other.

Interactive Magic at Every Turn:  At Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, every step unveils a new layer of the wizarding world, offering countless opportunities for exploration and interaction. As guests navigate through these environments, a wand becomes their key to illuminating the invisible, revealing visions of magic that bring the entire experience to life. From uncovering the secrets of the Black family tree at Grimmauld Place to journeying through time in a swirling pool of memories in The Pensieve, the experience is designed to ignite curiosity and reward the sense of wonder in every guest.

What You Will Experience: The 10 Environments

 

 

The Knight Bus: Begin your experience by calling the Knight Bus, and board for a mind-bending journey through the bustling streets of London. As the iconic triple-decker bus squeezes its way through the city, try out the iconic bunks for a photo moment and enjoy details from Harry’s own ride on the Knight Bus as you make your way to Grimmauld Place.Grimmauld Place: You’ve arrived at Number 12, Grimmauld Place. This mysterious house is invisible to most – protected by powerful charms and spells. Explore the ancestral home of the Black family and use your wand to interact with their family tree and the glowing fireplace.Ministries of Magic: Step inside the towering walls of the Ministry, where responsive projections and a suspended multimedia centerpiece transport you to iconic wizarding ministries across Paris, London, and New York. Here, you will use your wand to discover magical surprises.The Hall of Prophecy: Explore the hall containing a seemingly infinite collection of prophecies. Wander through a mirrored room filled with glowing orbs and use your wand to unlock whispers of the future.The Chamber of Secrets: Exclusive to Singapore, this environment takes you deep beneath Hogwarts, into the lair of an ancient Basilisk. It’s a journey through the unknown and filled with challenges and hidden secrets.Newt’s Menagerie: Discover a world of fantastic beasts in one amazing suitcase, where you’ll encounter fantastic beasts in their natural habitats. From the Nifflers in their lair to the Grindylows in the Black Lake, each scene is brought to life through stunning artistic projections. Your wandwill bring Newt’s notes and sketches to life.Knockturn Alley: Venture down the shadowy paths of Knockturn Alley, where curious figures and hidden surprises await. This dark, interactive environment captures some of the wizarding world’s most eerie locations.The Room of Requirement: Explore the hidden room that appears only when you need it most, filled with curious objects and magical secrets waiting to be discovered. Explore towers of items that stretch towards the ceiling to find glimmers of magic among ordinary-looking objects.The Trap Door: Another Singapore-exclusive, this environment invites visitors to access a series of chambers protecting the Philosopher’s Stone. Each chamber represents a different challenge the trio had to overcome, creating an opportunity for wand interactivity for you to discover.The Pensieve: Journey through time in a swirling pool of memories. This 360-degree immersive experience offers a surreal journey through key moments from Harry’s story.

A Journey for All Ages: Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is designed to be enjoyed by fans young and old. Whether you’re being introduced to the magic of Harry Potter for the first time or reliving the wonder as a lifelong fan, this experience offers something for everyone. The environments are perfect for capturing unforgettable moments, making it a must-visit destination for families and friends alike.

Charmed Retail Experience and Iconic Butterbeer: No magical adventure is complete without a visit to the Harry Potter: Visions of Magic retail shop. Located at the heart of the experience, this stunning space offers a range of bespoke gifts and official Harry Potter merchandise, perfect for fans and collectors. Visitors can also enjoy a taste of the iconic wizarding world beverage, Butterbeer. With its rich, frothy brew, Butterbeer is the ideal refreshment to conclude your magical journey.

Stay Connected:  For more information and to join the waitlist for presale access, visit HarryPotterVisionsofMagic.sg.  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X to stay up to date with all the latest news and announcements.

Media Contacts:

Cheryl Khong
Saffron Communications
Email: cheryl@saffron-comm.comLindsay Kiesel
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences
Email: Lindsay.Kiesel@wbd.comDanny Cham
Resorts World Sentosa
Email: danny.cham@rwsentosa.com

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About the Harry Potter franchise:

From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.

Together with J.K. Rowling’s best-selling novels, Harry Potter’s unique magic is brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child mesmerises on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world.

This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter.

With a new HBO Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves.

For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit www.wizardingworld.com.

WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s24)

About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more. WBDGE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division.

About NEON

NEON is a global leader in creating and producing experiential entertainment. NEON enjoys worldwide partnerships with The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment for Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. and Marvel Avengers Station: Evolution, 20th Century Studios for AVATAR: The Exhibition, Hasbro for Transformers: The Experience, NBCUniversal for Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Lionsgate for The Hunger Games: The Exhibition. It also has a partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment to produce two brand-new, unique global touring-themed art experiences, namely Harry Potter: Visions of Magic that premiered in Cologne, Germany, in December 2023, and a DC inspired experience slated to debut in 2024. The Company also partners with the governments of Egypt and Peru for their original artefact IP experiences, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs and Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, respectively, plus authentic artefact tours Pompeii: The Exhibition, Mummies of the World: The Exhibition, and Victoria the T. Rex.

The Group’s IP experiences are powered by ANIMAX, a fully owned subsidiary and a world-class creative animatronics powerhouse that specialises in research and development, engineering and entertainment robotics, with state-of-the-art facilities located in Nashville, US, Wuxi, China and the Middle East.

NEON’s global partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 70 cities to date globally. For more information, please visit www.neonglobal.com.

About Resorts World Sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Asia’s premium lifestyle destination resort, is located on Singapore’s resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, RWS is home to world-class attractions including Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, Dolphin Island and Adventure Cove Waterpark. Complementing the adventure and adrenaline of its theme parks and attractions are six unique luxury hotels and the premier Resorts World Convention Centre. RWS offers award-winning dining experiences and exciting cuisines from around the world helmed by celebrity chefs, establishing itself as a key player in Singapore’s vibrant and diverse dining scene and a leading gourmet destination in Asia for epicureans. The integrated resort also offers world-class entertainment, from star-studded concerts to immersive exhibitions. RWS is the first integrated resort to be inducted into the TTG Travel Hall of Fame in 2023 after being named “Best Integrated Resort” for 10 consecutive years at the TTG Travel Awards, which recognises the best of Asia-Pacific’s travel industry.

RWS is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group. For more information, please visit www.rwsentosa.com.

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iMarketKorea Signs Two MOUs with Vietnam’s Phu Tho Provincial People’s Committee and BIDV

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Participates in Korea-Vietnam Economic Delegation

Accelerates development of an industrial park in Phu Tho Province near Hanoi, while attracting advanced manufacturing companies and building a supply chain ecosystemPlans parallel development of an Inland Container Depot (ICD) to strengthen logistics competitivenessExpands discussions with Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) on financial support measures and new business opportunities

HANOI, Vietnam and SEOUL, South Korea, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — iMarketKorea, a leading industrial materials distribution company led by CEO Kim Hak-jae, announced that it has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Phu Tho Provincial People’s Committee and Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam during the MOU signing session at the Korea-Vietnam Business Forum, hosted by Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The company participated in the official Korea-Vietnam economic delegation.

As Vietnam’s investment environment continues to advance, cooperation in production infrastructure such as industrial parks has become increasingly important. Based on prior discussions with Phu Tho Province, iMarketKorea formalized this partnership through the latest agreements.

Located near Noi Bai International Airport, Phu Tho Province is emerging as a strategic logistics hub and an attractive production base for global companies. The province recorded 10.52% gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth in 2025, ranking fourth among Vietnam’s provinces.

Through the agreement, iMarketKorea plans to develop a national industrial park in Phu Tho Province and actively attract global manufacturing companies. The company also aims to build a supply chain-driven industrial ecosystem by strengthening collaboration among related businesses centered around the industrial complex.

To enhance logistics competitiveness, iMarketKorea will also pursue the development of an Inland Container Depot (ICD) with bonded warehousing functions. An ICD is an inland logistics hub enabling customs clearance and cargo handling. When integrated with the industrial park, it is expected to improve import-export efficiency and strengthen the region’s attractiveness to manufacturers.

Kim Hak-jae, CEO of iMarketKorea, said, “This agreement establishes the foundation for integrated production and logistics infrastructure. Through cooperation with the Phu Tho provincial government and BIDV, we plan to establish a one-stop support system covering administration, finance, legal matters, and taxation. We will also create an environment where high-tech parts and materials companies can effectively utilize local incentives and gradually expand future cooperation.”

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HANGZHOU, China, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For scientific instrument companies competing globally, differentiation increasingly depends on more than product specifications alone. Customers are looking beyond performance claims to assess whether a company can consistently translate technology into manufacturable products, proven applications, reliable delivery and long-term service support.

That shift was evident during Focused Photonics Inc.’s (FPI) Global Customer Experience Day 2026 in Hangzhou, where customers and partners from dozens of countries visited the company’s Qingshanhu Innovation Base, headquarters and live application sites. For many attendees, the event offered a closer look at how a China-headquartered scientific instrument company is building capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, systems integration and lifecycle support.

At Qingshanhu Innovation Base, visitors saw key stages of FPI’s operations firsthand, including engineering, precision manufacturing, system integration, testing and service readiness. For many international customers, these visits are less about viewing a production line and more about assessing execution: whether a supplier has the engineering discipline, manufacturing depth and support infrastructure required to deliver consistently in real operating environments.

This is becoming increasingly important across the industry. As customer expectations evolve, competition is moving beyond stand-alone instrument performance toward integrated solutions, automation, data integrity, compliance and lifecycle value. In industrial and environmental applications in particular, uptime, stability and workflow fit often matter as much as analytical capability.

At its global customer conference, FPI outlined how it is responding to that transition, highlighting continued investment across environmental monitoring, industrial process analysis, laboratory analysis and life science applications. The company is also expanding the role of digitalization, automation and AI to improve application readiness and solution delivery.

Application-focused exchanges during the event reinforced the same point. In discussions on environmental, industrial and laboratory scenarios, customers focused not only on performance metrics, but also on regulatory fit, workflow integration, long-term operation under complex conditions, and the ability of solutions to function reliably once deployed. These are increasingly central criteria in global purchasing decisions.

The clearest proof came from real-world settings. At the Hangzhou Ecological Environment Monitoring Center, visitors saw FPI’s automated water quality laboratory in operation, where sample handling, workflow continuity and data generation are integrated into day-to-day use. For customers, this offered a more concrete view of how a solution performs not just in demonstration, but in routine operation.

Taken together, the event underscored a broader industry reality: global competition in scientific instruments is increasingly defined not only by what a product can do, but by whether a company can manufacture it at scale, deploy it effectively, support it locally and sustain performance over time. That broader operational capability is becoming a decisive part of how international customers evaluate suppliers.

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Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd Granted Overseas Intermediary Futures Broker Status by Shanghai Futures Exchange and Guangzhou Futures Exchange

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SINGAPORE, April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd (“SFSPL”), a member of Straits Financial Group, is pleased to announce that it has been granted overseas intermediary (OI) futures broker status by the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) and the Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX).

This recognition marks an important milestone in expanding international access to China’s futures markets and further strengthens SFSPL’s ability to connect global investors with onshore opportunities.

As an overseas intermediary futures broker, SFSPL will be able to facilitate client access to selected products listed on SHFE and GFEX. The overseas intermediary model significantly lowers barriers to entry for international participants by removing the need for complex onshore structures and enabling more efficient cross-border access, while operating within China’s regulated market environment.

“As China’s futures market continues to open up, this recognition represents a meaningful milestone for both SFSPL and our clients,” said Roger Quek, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd. “We are pleased to support international investors with more seamless access to China’s onshore derivatives market, while maintaining a strong focus on risk management, compliance, and execution efficiency.”

As China’s derivatives market continue to evolve, SFSPL is strongly positioned to support clients looking to deepen their involvement in this high-potential market.

SFSPL remains committed to delivering robust trading capabilities, seamless market access, and trusted expertise to help clients navigate global investment opportunities.

About Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd

At Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd, we distinguish ourselves by promoting key and innovative contracts to support the financial and commodity derivative markets as well as providing products and services to fulfill the needs of every trader.

With a strong presence in Asia and a deep understanding of the global markets, we provide value to our clients by enabling global access with a local perspective. Established in 2010, Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd is part of Straits Financial Group which is headquartered in Singapore.

Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd provides a fully-integrated service for our clients to access the financial and commodity derivative markets and we strive to build lasting relationships with our clients.

For more information, please visit our website at https://www.straitsfinancial.com.

This document is issued for information purposes only. This document is not intended and should not under any circumstances to be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell, nor financial advice or recommendation in relation to any capital market product. All the information contained herein is based on publicly available information and has been obtained from sources that Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd believes to be reliable and correct at the time of publishing this document.

Straits Financial Services Pte Ltd will not be liable for any loss or damage of any kind (whether direct, indirect or consequential losses or other economic loss of any kind) suffered due to any omission, error, inaccuracy, incompleteness, or otherwise, any reliance on such information. Past performance or historical record of futures contracts, derivatives contracts, and commodities is not indicative of the future performance. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

If after reading the foregoing content you have any doubts in relation thereto, please consult your own independent legal, financial and/or professional adviser.

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