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56% Want It, 38% Leave For It: The Critical State of Work-Life Balance in Hong Kong: Randstad Hong Kong

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Work-life balance remains the #1 Employee Value Proposition (EVP), jumping 10% in importance since 2024 (56% in 2026 vs. 46% in 2024).Top 3 turnover drivers: Poor work-life balance, uncompetitive compensation & benefits, and limited career growth.Mobility trends: 30% of Hongkonger plan to change jobs (peaking at 32% among Gen Z), while 14% seek internal transfers (highest among Millennials at 16%).

HONG KONG, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ‘Work-life balance’ continues to reign as the top employee value proposition (EVP) for talent in Hong Kong, while ‘career progression’ has entered the Top 5 EVPs for the very first time in 2026.

Randstad – the global talent company – today revealed early findings of its 14th annual Employer Brand Research in Hong Kong SAR. Commissioned by Randstad and independently conducted by Kantar, this annual study is the world’s most comprehensive employer brand research, surveying over 166,000 people globally, including 2,500 respondents in Hong Kong SAR.

Natellie Sun, Managing Director of Randstad Greater China and Southeast Asia said, “Our 2026 findings show that while work-life balance remains the ultimate priority, career progression has broken into the top five EVPs for the first time in six years. Immediate rewards and daily workplace experiences are still highly valued, but we are seeing a distinct shift: talent in Hong Kong is adopting a much more long-term, strategic mindset when managing their careers.”

Work-life Balance Remains the Leading EVP Driver

The 2026 research reveals that 56% of Hong Kongers prioritise work-life balance when seeking an ideal employer, marking a 10% increase from 2024. This is closely followed by attractive salary and benefits (52%) and job security (43%).

Top 5 Most Important EVP Factors When Thinking about an Ideal Employer

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Hongkongers View Work-life Balance through a Functional Lens

Data shows that Hongkongers prioritise tangible benefits which are good environments, reasonable workloads, flexible arrangements, health support, time off and access to work, over soft factors like “supportive leadership and culture”.

44% of talent in Hong Kong cite reasonable workload and expectations as the primary driver of a healthy work-life balance, nearly double the proportion who prioritise supportive leadership and culture (23%). 

Amid talent shifts driven by agile business iterations, forward-thinking managers should do more than simply reassign tasks to teams or AI tools. Instead, they should take actions to prioritise employees’ morale, redesign workflows, and reallocate resources to ensure sustainable productivity.

Another 42% attribute better work-life balance to flexible working arrangements. However, the proportion of employees offered hybrid or remote options has declined (32% in 2026, down from 37% in 2025). Increasingly, employers are mandating a return-to-office (RTO) to track productivity and drive growth. Yet, companies need to be wary of “pseudo-flexibility”, which is when workloads are unreasonable and the line between work time and personal time becomes blurry. Consequently, a poor work-life balance remains the leading driver of resignations in Hong Kong (38.2%).

Switch or Not? Hongkongers Seek Job Security and Career Progression

The Hong Kong talent market is currently navigating a structural supply-demand mismatch, accelerated by AI and economic uncertainties. Faced with these external market risks, talent are increasingly choosing security over mobility.

While 30% of workers still plan to change jobs, external mobility intentions have noticeably slowed down compared to previous years. Instead, the appetite for internal transfers has grown to 14%. Driven by a challenging macroeconomic environment, talent is opting to anchor themselves to current employers, looking for security rather than risking an external move.

However, choosing security does not mean no retention pressure. Employers need to look beyond surface-level declines in turnover and evaluate the workforce through the lens of EVP and attrition factors, to mitigate the risks of ‘job hugging’ fallout and talent loss.

A disconnect exists between what talent expect and what they experience daily. The widest gap lies in “salary and benefits,” followed by “career progression”. Notably, 38% of respondents leave because salary and benefits failed to keep pace with rising living costs and workload, while 29% leave due to a lack of career growth opportunities.

As market-wide salary increments slow down and corporate budgets become cautious, talent are adopting a more pragmatic approach toward compensation and benefits. When weighing salary ceilings against career ceilings, talent possess far greater agency to shatter their career barriers.

Career development is a continuous journey that relies on both personal commitment and a supportive work environment. It encompasses vertical advancement and horizontal expansion, with expectations evolving across the short, medium, and long term. As Partner for Talent, Randstad is committed to supporting candidates through every stage of the career journey.

Randstad Hong Kong 2026 Employer Brand Research Report: Now Available

The 14th edition of the Randstad Hong Kong Employer Brand Research is available now on the website, exploring the insights from 2,500 respondents for the following themes:

how talent across different generations is ranking EVP importancewhat elements strengthen job security and enhance work-life balancejob-switching behaviour and the reasons for leaving jobsAI powers the job search, human connection builds trust.

About Randstad Employer Brand Research

Randstad Employer Brand Research 2026 explores the views of working people in Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and North America.

Data was collected from over 166,000 respondents in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States and Uruguay In January 2026. For this research, Randstad partnered with Kantar, a global research and analysis firm.

About Randstad

Randstad is a global talent leader with the vision to be the world’s most equitable and specialised talent company. As a partner for talent and through our four specialisations — Operational, Professional, Digital and Enterprise — we provide clients with the high-quality, diverse and agile workforces that they need to succeed in a talent scarce world. We help people secure meaningful roles, develop relevant skills and find purpose and belonging in their workplace. Through the value we create, we are committed to a better and more sustainable future for all.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, operating in 39 markets and Randstad N.V. is listed on the Euronext Amsterdam. For more information, see www.randstad.com.

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From Turbine Supply to Ecosystem Building: Goldwind Outlines APAC Strategy at the APAC Wind Energy Summit

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HANOI, Vietnam, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Speaking at the GWEC APAC Wind Energy Summit in Hanoi, Goldwind, a reliable global strategic partner in clean energy, reaffirmed its deep commitment to the Asia-Pacific region. Operating in 10 countries across APAC, Goldwind is driving the region’s energy transition through deep localization, ecosystem collaboration, and tailored clean energy solutions.

Drawing on two decades of international experience, Goldwind articulated a clear evolution at the summit: true globalization is not just about “going global” — it is about “landing well.” This strategic shift from pure market expansion to ecosystem building has already delivered tangible results. Goldwind’s cumulative installed capacity now exceeds 165 GW across 49 countries.

Across Asia Pacific, Goldwind delivers diversified, tangible impact: grid-forming storage in Australia, talent cultivation, localized supply chain and rapid delivery in Vietnam, typhoon-resilient designs in the Philippines, and hybrid towers that boost output in Thailand.

Dong Yinming, CEO of Goldwind Asia, emphasized in his keynote address at the summit:

“In Asia, our commitment goes beyond delivering turbines — we strive to be a locally-rooted system partner, supporting projects across the full lifecycle to create long-term value. Empowering local projects with global expertise and deeply cultivating the Asia-Pacific market — that is what true ‘landing well’ means for a greener, more prosperous region.”

 

Wu Kai, Vice President of Goldwind, added:

“Scaling wind power in Asia requires more than just installing additional turbines. It demands innovative solutions tailored to the region’s unique complexity. Closing the gap between ambition and implementation in Asia’s wind sector takes more than any single company. Let’s share what works, learn from each other, and co-create solutions that deliver lasting value — for the industry, for communities, and for the future.”

Looking ahead, Goldwind aims to deepen its local roots across every market it serves, empowering Asia’s energy transition with global expertise and local adaptation. As the region accelerates toward a green future, Goldwind remains committed to being a trusted, long-term partner — rooted in APAC, thriving together.

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Bambu Lab Launches PLA Pure: A Filament Made for Printing Where You Live

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AUSTIN, Texas, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As desktop 3D printers become a fixture in homes around the world, Bambu Lab – one of the fastest-growing companies in the consumer 3D printing space – is raising the bar on what a home printing filament should be. Today, Bambu Lab announced the launch of PLA Pure, a filament engineered for cleaner, safer home 3D printing, with every ingredient certified compliant with EU 10/2011, the European regulation governing plastics intended for food contact.

Five Ingredients. Each One Earned Its Place.

PLA Pure draws on materials you encounter in everyday life:

Polylactic acid (PLA) – derived from corn and sugarcane.Acrylic copolymer – commonly found in children’s toys.Color pigments – also used in baby tableware.EBS (ethylene bis-stearamide) – familiar from food packaging films.Talc – used in products such as biodegradable drinking straws; independently tested by a third party and verified asbestos-free.

Every ingredient appears on the EU 10/2011 positive list with a traceable FCM (Food Contact Material) substance number. Raw materials are supplied by global manufacturers including TotalEnergies Corbion, Dow, Chemours, and BASF, making compliance and traceability straightforward.

Most filaments marketed as food-contact compliant are tested only as finished products. PLA Pure is verified ingredient by ingredient, from the base material to the pigments.

Cleaner Air at Your Desk

Since printing often happens in living spaces, emissions matter. PLA Pure carries UL 2904 GREENGUARD certification*, the recognized standard for 3D printer emissions that measures particulate matter and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) for indoor air quality impact.

Particle and VOC levels during printing fall below what’s typically present in an average kitchen, living room, or office.In a four-hour continuous printing test conducted by an accredited laboratory, PLA Pure produced lower PM2.5 and PM10 emissions than a comparable filament under identical conditions.Proper ventilation is still recommended to minimize inhalation of any printing byproducts.

Bambu Lab’s PLA Basic also holds indoor air quality certification under the same standard, but PLA Pure’s cleaner ingredient profile yields even lower emission levels-particularly relevant when printing near children, pets, or in shared living spaces.

*Testing was conducted on Bambu Lab A1 and A2L printers, both open-deck models without enclosure or filtration. This setup represents the baseline emission scenario, where filament emissions are measured directly without any additional containment.

Safety Is One Thing. Reliability Is Another.

Most filaments rely on impact modifiers and flow agents to achieve consistent print results. PLA Pure takes a different approach: to keep the formula to five food-safe ingredients, Bambu Lab rebuilt the formulation from scratch—iterating until the chemistry alone could deliver what additives typically do. The result is less residue, reduced nozzle buildup, and more consistent extrusion spool after spool.

Less stringing — even without prior drying, PLA Pure produces noticeably fewer strings than typical third-party filaments.Cleaner surfaces — finished parts require less post-processing.Strength intact — PLA Pure matches PLA Basic in mechanical performance, with layer adhesion comparable to most PLA materials on the market.

All printing parameters are stored in the RFID tag and automatically read by the AMS system. Load the spool, let the material synchronize itself, and start printing. No guesswork required.

Toy Safety

The material has also passed EN 71-3 certification, the European safety standard that governs the migration of certain elements from toy materials. The standard’s main concern is whether potentially harmful elements-such as lead, cadmium, chromium, and other heavy metals-can leach out of a material when a child handles, mouths, or swallows it. It also sets strict limits on the permissible migration of each.

Passing this test makes the material suitable for models meant to be handled and played with: a toy kitchen plate, a small car, a cat toy.

As with any 3D-printed toy, common sense still applies. Small parts and support structures can pose a choking hazard, edges may be sharp, and the material is combustible. Models should be selected appropriately, and children should be supervised during play.

A Note on Application

These certifications apply to the filament itself and its ingredients. Whether a specific printed object is suitable for a particular application depends on factors such as equipment hygiene (especially nozzle cleanliness), printing conditions, and how the object is ultimately used. Because of the layered structure of FFF prints, they are not suitable for liquid foods, and PLA itself should not be exposed to temperatures above 60°C (like putting 3D prints into dishwashers). Bambu Lab recommends that users consider these factors when selecting a material for a specific application. PLA Pure provides a fully documented ingredient profile-the rest of the decisions are yours to make with confidence.

Availability

PLA Pure is available now at Bambu Lab Official Store

Price: USD 24.99 (With Spool)/ USD 21.99 (Refill)

Additional details regarding availability, colors, and variants will be announced separately.

About Bambu Lab

Bambu Lab is a consumer-tech company focusing on desktop 3D printers. Its state-of-the-art 3D printers offer a feature-rich, first-class experience for a global community of 3D printing makers, aiming to break the barriers between the digital and physical worlds and bring creativity to a whole new level. Bambu Lab sells its 3D printers, filaments, and accessories on its official website, serving customers across 30+ countries.

Learn more at https://www.bambulab.com. 

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UROVO DT610 Pro: The Rugged AI Terminal Redefining Frontline Productivity

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SINGAPORE, June 15, 2026 /CNW/ — UROVO, a global leader in enterprise mobility solutions, unveiled the DT610 Pro, a next-generation ultra-rugged intelligent terminal purpose-built to empower frontline operations across industries. Designed to withstand the toughest environments, DT610 Pro combines enterprise-grade durability with cutting-edge AI capabilities to redefine workforce productivity.

In today’s fast-paced digital economy, frontline workers face increasing operational pressure. Field engineers must diagnose equipment failures on the spot, delivery drivers operate in extreme weather, and warehouse staff respond to sudden surges in order volume. Any device failure can disrupt critical workflows, making reliability and performance essential.

The DT610 Pro is purpose-built for frontline operations. Powered by the Qualcomm Q-6690 4nm platform with a dedicated 6 TOPS AI engine, it enables real-time OCR, intelligent data capture, and voice-assisted workflows directly on the device–without cloud dependency. This delivers faster response times, lower latency, and reliable performance for demanding enterprise workloads, while long-term platform support through 2034 helps maximize device lifecycle value.

Enterprise-grade ruggedness sets DT610 Pro apart from consumer devices. Rated IP68, and capable of surviving 1.8-meter drops while operating reliably from -20°C to 60°C, it minimizes downtime and reduces total cost of ownership.

Frontline workers benefit from a hot-swappable battery for uninterrupted full-shift operation and a sunlight-readable display built for demanding environments. Combining FlexRange barcode scanning (5 cm–10 m), high-performance RFID reading, and a 3-sided NFC design, the DT610 Pro delivers an all-in-one data capture platform for frontline operations. Workers can efficiently scan barcodes, track assets, verify IDs, card emulation, and enable contactless payments from virtually any angle. A 50MP autofocus camera with AI-powered OCR further streamlines delivery verification, document digitization, and field data collection, helping businesses boost productivity and operational efficiency.

Connectivity is critical for uninterrupted workflows. In warehouses, DT610 Pro’s Wi-Fi 7 with 2×2 MU-MIMO delivers wired-like speeds in high-density environments, while Multi-Link Operation (MLO) keeps connections stable with instant failover, lower latency, and rock-solid reliability. For field operations, 5G connectivity ensures instant work order updates, image capture, and data synchronization wherever work happens.

“Frontline operations don’t wait–and neither should the technology that supports them,” said Zhang Bo, CTO at UROVO. “DT610 Pro is not just a device; it’s a long-term investment in operational efficiency, workforce productivity, and business continuity.”

The DT610 Pro represents the next evolution in intelligent rugged devices, delivering performance, reliability, and future-ready AI capabilities for every shift, every environment, and every mission.

About Urovo
Founded in 2002, UROVO is the world’s leading industry application enabler, specializing in AI, Mobility, Barcode and RFID Technologies, Printers, and Payment Terminals. Committed to technological advancement, we provide cutting-edge digital solutions that drive smart transformation for clients across industries such as logistics, retail, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and transportation.

By integrating pioneering innovations into business processes, we enable our clients to meet their strategic goals with unmatched efficiency and precision, fostering sustainable growth.

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