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Hong Leong Bank Enhances HLB Private Bank and Regional Wealth Management with Strategic Alliance with Lombard Odier

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Integrating A Strategic Alliance with Swiss Private Bank Lombard Odier, Key Talent Acquisitions, Development Programs, and AI Tools, the Bank is Poised to Accelerate its Regional Wealth Management Proposition

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Leong Bank (“HLB” or “the Bank”) announces its strategic alliance with Lombard Odier, a leading global wealth and asset manager with over 225 years of experience, to enhance its HLB Private Bank and Regional Wealth Management proposition. This strategic alliance unites the combined generations of prudent stewardship and innovative financial thinking from Lombard Odier and HLB, a Malaysian financial institution with a 120-year heritage built on trust and a deep understanding of clients’ aspirations.

This collaboration forms a cornerstone of HLB’s accelerated strategy to become the best-run bank in Malaysia, underscoring its vision for responsible and forward-thinking wealth management. Under this strong strategic alliance, HLB Private Bank and Regional Wealth Management will offer clients a sophisticated and personalized experience, combining Lombard Odier’s long-term global perspectives from its Chief Investment Office with the Bank’s local market insights. This synergy provides a comprehensive understanding of investment opportunities and tailored strategies for sustained, generational growth. Beyond investment expertise, HLB clients are able to access to comprehensive wealth architecture and bespoke advisory services focused on their individual goals, ensuring tailored solutions for wealth preservation and transfer, including succession planning and sustainable investments.

“We believe this is a transformative era for wealth management, driven by unprecedented wealth creation and a surge in entrepreneurship and this demands a departure from traditional approaches. Our ambition to be the best-run bank is intertwined with our commitment to empower clients to build wealth that transcends generations. Our strategic alliance with Lombard Odier, an institution that shares our profound long-term perspective, allows us to elevate our wealth offerings here. Together, we are charting a course for enduring wealth, providing our discerning clients in Malaysia and the region with access to world-class expertise grounded in a shared commitment to responsibility and innovation, ensuring their legacies flourish for generations to come,” affirms Kevin Lam, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HLB.

Alongside this strategic alliance, HLB is also focused on key internal advancements, implementing a comprehensive strategy that includes expanding its wealth management team and recruiting top-tier talent, developing the Wealth Academy for enhanced training, integrating AI to empower Relationship Managers, and continuously pursuing partnerships that enhance value for clients and the business.

Jeffrey Yap, Managing Director and Regional Head of Wealth Management, HLB emphasizes, “This strategic alliance with Lombard Odier is a key part of the Bank’s ongoing transformation and initiatives to meet the evolving needs of the market. With Asia-Pacific’s remarkable wealth growth, including a doubling of private assets and a surge in new HNWIs which will see a significant rise in intergenerational wealth transfer, the need to provide sophisticated guidance has never been greater. This collaboration allows us to offer bespoke wealth solutions that are not only designed for today’s complexities but are also thoughtfully constructed to secure the financial well-being of generations to come – building legacies, not just portfolios.”

To further enhance the value for HLB clients, the strategic alliance with Lombard Odier plays a pivotal role in delivering sophisticated investment solutions through Hong Leong Asset Management Bhd (HLAM), a key entity of the Hong Leong Financial Group. This collaboration strategically leverages Lombard Odier’s expertise as a target fund manager, thereby broadening and enriching the Group’s wealth management offerings. 

Vincent Magnenat, Asia Group Regional Head and Global Head of Strategic Alliances, Lombard Odier, remarks, “We believe in working with the right partners who share our vision of the future of wealth and asset management – those who complement each other’s DNA, and who bring a proven track record in the wealth management space with a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability. In HLB, we see a strong alignment on all fronts, and our Strategic Alliance is a powerful testament to our shared values. We are delighted to welcome HLB into our Ecosystem of Strategic Alliances.” 

For more information, visit: www.hlb.com.my/private

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INTAMSYS Named Exclusive FFF 3D Printing Sponsor of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

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SHANGHAI, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following its successful collaboration with WorldSkills Lyon 2024, INTAMSYS has once again been named the exclusive FFF 3D printing sponsor of the 48th WorldSkills Competition, scheduled to take place in Shanghai in 2026.

As part of the preparations for the event, INTAMSYS recently supported the centralized assessment and mock competition for training. The company provided equipment deployment, material supply, and full-cycle technical support across four skill areas: 05 Mechanical Engineering CAD, 57 Additive Manufacturing, 59 Industrial Design Technology, and 64 Unmanned Aerial Systems.

Throughout the competition, INTAMSYS worked closely with organizers and technical teams to ensure stable equipment operation, consistent printing performance, and timely on-site support. Following the event, the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Executive Bureau issued a letter of appreciation, recognizing the company’s contributions to event organization, technical services, operational stability, and communications.

The renewed partnership reflects the demanding technical standards of the WorldSkills Competition. In areas such as additive manufacturing, industrial design, mechanical engineering, and unmanned aerial systems, 3D printing serves as a key link between digital design, engineering validation, functional manufacturing, and real-world applications.

Competition equipment must therefore do more than simply produce parts. It must operate reliably under intensive conditions, maintain consistent results across different users and tasks, and support engineering requirements comparable to those in industrial environments. These expectations align with the core value of industrial-grade FFF technology: stable, repeatable, and verifiable manufacturing performance.

By supporting multiple WorldSkills competitions, INTAMSYS has demonstrated its strengths in industrial-grade FFF technology, event support, technical coordination, and global service delivery.

Looking ahead, INTAMSYS will continue connecting vocational skills education with advanced manufacturing by bringing industrial standards, process expertise, and real-world application experience to the WorldSkills stage, helping more young professionals develop the capabilities required for the future of manufacturing.

 

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ITRI Europe Office Marks Its 30th Anniversary With Expanded Technology Cooperation

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BERLIN, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) celebrated the 30th anniversary of its ITRI Europe Office with a technology forum in Berlin on June 12, bringing together leading European R&D organizations, including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations (EARTO), and Technische Universität Braunschweig (TU Braunschweig).

The ITRI Europe Office was established in Germany in 1996 to bolster Taiwan’s industrial innovation and transformation capabilities. Since then, the Office has served as a pivotal hub for Taiwan–Europe innovation collaboration. It has supported Taiwan’s participation in more than 20 Horizon Europe programs, forged cooperation agreements with partners in 14 European countries including Germany, the UK, France, and Spain, and facilitated nearly 100 joint R&D projects.

“The 30th anniversary of the ITRI Europe Office marks the deepening of Taiwan–Europe technology cooperation and reflects ITRI’s transformation from a technology scout to a strategic partner for the European innovation ecosystem,” said ITRI Chairman Tsung-Tsong Wu. He emphasized that technology collaboration depends not just on technical expertise but on mutual trust built over time. For instance, ITRI and Fraunhofer have collaborated since 1992. The renewal of another five-year MoU will build on existing joint efforts in healthcare, ICT, and green energy, and further open new avenues in AI and robotics.

“The long-standing partnership between Fraunhofer and ITRI is a strong example of how trust, continuity, and a shared commitment to the future create lasting impact,” said Johann Feckl, Director of Pre-Competitive Research and International Affairs, in his keynote address. “In applied research, international connectivity is essential to identifying technological developments early and turning them into impactful innovation.”

As part of ITRI’s broader engagement with Europe’s technology and industrial sectors, ITRI held ITRI UK Tech Day to mark the first anniversary of its UK Office. It also advanced its partnership with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), including but not limited to cooperation from semiconductor technology to AI and other related technology.

Aligned with the EU’s R&D priorities in net zero, biomedicine, digital innovation, and space, ITRI will continue to reinforce Taiwan–Europe technology ties through its offices in Berlin and London as it expands collaboration with partners in France, the Netherlands, and Central and Eastern Europe in emerging fields such as drones. With its network across industry, government, academia, research institutes, and startups, ITRI aims to accelerate technology exchange, policy dialogue, and cross-domain innovation, positioning Taiwan as a key force in global industrial transformation.

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Showcasing the Best in AC Installation: Midea Club Flash Installation ASEAN Tournament Returns Bigger Stakes and Up to $25,000 in Prizes

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FOSHAN, China, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Midea Club Flash Installation Tournament Season 2 (MCFIT S2), ASEAN’s largest air-conditioning installation competition, officially opens registration today across Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Elite installers will compete in local qualifiers and national finals before advancing to the ASEAN Grand Finals to be held in Foshan, China.

Raising Industry Standards Together

Developed by Midea Club to elevate installation standards and professionalism across Southeast Asia, MCFIT recognizes the Midea installers who deliver comfort to millions of homes. With the theme,”Deserve to Be Seen” the tournament seeks precision standards that ultimately benefit our customers by ensuring safety and unmatched customer comfort experience. Hence, such unified benchmarks across all markets drive higher standards for the entire industry.  

Master Speed, More Profits: Bigger Rewards Than Ever

Guided by the core philosophy “Master Speed, More Profits”, MCFIT S2 adds outdoor unit installation to the timed contest for a complete practical assessment of professional skills, using the standardized Midea Celest Pro model across all markets. Faster, more efficient installation directly translates into improved service for customers and higher earnings for installers. New awards include the fan-voted “Most Popular Flash Star” and the $5,000 “Master of Speed” country team award. Individual prizes include $5,000 for the champion, $2,000 for second place, and $1,000 for third—bringing the total prize pool to over $25,000.

From Behind the Scenes to Spotlight

Beyond the competition floor, Season 2 launches a new online public voting track — MCFIT Most Popular Flash Star. The dedicated installers who bring comfort to millions of homes every day deserve recognition, not just for their speed, but for their unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and safety —— they deserve to be seen. This year, MCFIT is no longer just a race against the clock. It’s a real stage that brings installers out from behind the scenes and into the spotlight, letting the public see, appreciate, and celebrate the professionals who make comfort possible.

A Proven Platform for Installation Excellence

MCFIT’s inaugural season in 2025 reached over 13,000 installers across five nations, with more than 1,000 top installers competing over three months. Twenty-five elite finalists gathered in China for the Grand Final, where the Philippines won both the Master of Speed Championship and National Award for Master of Speed Country. The event generated over 12.84 million media impressions, establishing MCFIT as the definitive platform for installation excellence in the region. Season 2 builds on this momentum with broader participation, tougher standards, and greater recognition for the professionals who bring comfort into every home.

Registration is now open. Open the Midea Club APP now, sign up, and step into the spotlight — because you deserve to be seen!

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