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Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC 2024 to Empower Manufacturers for Regenerative Manufacturing

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October 7, 2024

SINGAPORE, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 7th edition of Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC (ITAP) – a HANNOVER MESSE event, organised by Constellar with international partner Deutsche Messe, will take place from 14-16 October 2024 at Singapore EXPO. Against the backdrop of national policies driving Artificial Intelligence (AI) development and industry adoption[1] for long-term business and environmental sustainability, this year’s event will focus on the transformative power of AI in advancing regenerative manufacturing. As a tech enabler, AI optimises resources and processes to achieve ESG goals while balancing business growth and environmental preservation. AI-driven solutions enhance operational efficiency and resilience, improve workplace safety, reduce waste, and help align manufacturing operations with sustainability targets, paving the way for a greener future.

ITAP is the region’s premier showcase of manufacturing solutions, as well as launchpad for innovations. This year it will feature over 400 products and solution showcases from over 30 countries, including leading industry players such as Amazon Web Services, Azbil Corporation, Delta Electronics, Jungheinrich Singapore, Red Hat, SAP, Siemens, and many others. Regional and country pavilions from Mainland China, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea and the UK will also foster cross-border networking, collaboration and knowledge exchange in one vibrant marketplace.

Launch of First Industry Whitepaper Detailing AI Adoption Approach

ITAP 2024 will launch its first industry-specific whitepaper, “Regenerative Manufacturing – Unlocking ASEAN’s Growth through Design and AI”, developed in partnership with Kearney. The first of its kind targeted at accelerating the technological transformation of ASEAN’s manufacturing industries, more than 350 mid-to-senior-level executives across various manufacturing industries, including CxO-level executives, participated in the surveys and interviews. The whitepaper explores how optimising product design and integrating AI-enabled solutions can unlock regenerative manufacturing, offering ASEAN manufacturers a compelling pathway to rapid growth.

The whitepaper identifies key trends crucial for manufacturers in the region to capture growth opportunities, providing actionable steps to kickstart regenerative manufacturing. For instance, nearly 60 percent of respondents identified AI investment as the most prevalent manufacturing trend, followed by focuses on ESG and long-term sustainability at nearly 50 percent. The steps highlighted in the whitepaper aim to balance profitability with environmental sustainability, helping manufacturers transform for long-term growth. The whitepaper also showcases case studies from industries where regenerative practices will be essential.

“There is a golden opportunity for ASEAN manufacturers to capture US$1.2 trillion in growth, and companies must ensure they are well-positioned for this. The journey toward regenerative manufacturing will be iterative, evolving with continuous learning and adaptation. As a trusted adviser to leading companies globally, Kearney is proud to drive transformative impact through Regenerative Manufacturing,” said Mr. Keat Yap, Asia Pacific Co-Lead, Operations and Performance, Kearney.

A more detailed sharing on the Whitepaper will be conducted by report authors Keat Yap, Partner and Young Han Koh, Principal, both from Kearney at 11.40am on Day 1 at the Industrial Transformation Forum (ITF).

Learn about AI Implementation with ITAP’s AI Discovery Journey and at the Industrial Transformation Forum

With close to 90 percent of the Whitepaper respondents indicating AI investment as critical, while only 23 percent are leading in AI adoption, ITAP 2024 has curated an AI Discovery Journey for attendees to discover practical applications of AI across the entire manufacturing value chain. Attendees can discover actionable insights and tools to integrate AI in their operations, as well as explore AI solutions, regardless of where they are on their digital transformation journey.

AI integration also takes centre stage at this year’s Industrial Transformation Forum. Supported by Strategic Knowledge Partners Deloitte, Kearney, and McKinsey & Company, the two-day conference provides attendees with comprehensive insights and best practices from over 60 influential global thought leaders. Key themes include:

Leading The Intersection of Leadership, Digital Transformation, and Manufacturing Complexity with AIDigitalising with Secure AI-Powered Intelligent Operations Crafting Human-Centric Smart Manufacturing Strategies Empowered by AI Aligning Sustainable Manufacturing Practices with AI-Powered SolutionsHarnessing AI Technology for Building Antifragile Supply Chains

Attendees can check out new launches Cantier X.O by Cantier Systems and FORXAI Mirror by Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia; as well as other smart and AI-powered showcases such as the SAP Business AI in supply chain by SAP, Senseye Predictive Maintenance and asset intelligence by Siemens, Contentserv Product Experience Cloud by Contentserv Inc, NMS-AIoT Application Server by Planet Technology Corporation, AI Autopilot and Innoglas by Innowave Tech, and many more.

“Business AI has the potential to drive significant value for our customers and partners, particularly in the industrial space, creating resiliency for the supply chain. At ITAP 2024, SAP will showcase how companies can ‘bring out their best’ by transforming supply chains with AI-driven insights, recommendations, and automation that’s integrated right into specific business processes. Visitors can experience SAP Business AI in action and learn all about our latest industry innovations, including GROW with SAP, SAP Digital Supply Chain, and sustainability solutions,” said Peter Moore, Chief Revenue Officer, Enterprise Cloud, SAP Asia Pacific Japan.

Siemens will also be organising an Industrial AI networking session on Day 1 (14 October) to connect with existing and potential customers. An early AI pioneer since the 1970s, and with decades of experience in discrete and process industries, Siemens is committed to enabling companies to drive transformation effectively by making industrial-grade AI accessible without the need for specialised AI expertise. This is the 6th year that Siemens has participated in ITAP.

“As a forerunner in developing and using Industrial AI, Siemens has long worked to improve the capabilities of AI in product and production design, operations and service delivery. At ITAP 2024, we will demonstrate how small and medium enterprises can transform their business by harnessing the power of AI to revolutionise the way they design, develop, manufacture and operate,” said Isabel Chong, Senior Vice President, ASEAN – Digital Industries, Siemens.

Other Key Highlights @ ITAP 2024

ITAP 2024 will welcome the first ever DEXPO Robotics Zone @ ITAP, occupying over 500 square metres with 10 renowned Chinese robotics experts[2] showcasing how AI and advanced robotics, such as intelligent robots and smart logistics solutions, are driving automation, boosting efficiency and transforming the future of manufacturing. DEXPO, in collaboration with Chinese government agencies and organisations, organises the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), one of the most influential AI events within the global tech, science, and industry ecosystem; and the China International Industry Fair (CIIF), one of the largest-in-scale industrial events in China showcasing latest materials, technologies and solutions to enhance the entire spectrum of smart and sustainable manufacturing supply chain.

Technologies on showcase include collaborative robots (cobots) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for automotive, semiconductors, and healthcare industries; automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and vision-guided robotic systems for warehouse and logistics automation; industrial high-precision sensors for robotics, automotive, and medical sectors, and more.

ITAP 2024 will also be hosting the inaugural Red Hat Tech Summit by Red Hat Asia Pacific, one of the world’s leading providers of enterprise open-source solutions. The industry-driven summit features in-depth workshops on leveraging transformative technologies to shape tomorrow’s factories, cost-effective industrial architecture design, cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies for automation systems and an interactive session on Red Hat OpenShift AI and its manufacturing use cases.

Attendees can also gain in-depth insights into the future of manufacturing and explore cutting-edge innovations at the following:

InnoX stage, a new show-and-tell platform for presentations and interactive sessions led by exhibitors with new launches from DELTA, MISUMI South East Asia and O2 Network, showcases from local and regional R&D institutions, and product pitches from start-ups such as Augmentus, Autentica, Circular Unite, GAIA Tech, InnoArk, Invisu, Myrlabs, River Venture Studio and more.Industrial Innovation Stage, focusing on the latest market and technology trends, collaborations and country-specific strategies to transform the nations’ manufacturing sectors. Sharing their experiences and knowledge are exhibitors from Singapore, Germany, Vietnam, and the UK, including AWS, Azbil, Red Hat, Contentserv, and Power Solutions.Thematic Zones and Industry-Led Pavilions, spotlighting cutting-edge innovations, smart solutions and their applications by key industry players to drive industry excellence and collaboration in various manufacturing clusters.

These include live demonstrations in the Industrial Transformation Experience Zone (by Singapore Polytechnic), Intelligent Sustainable Connecting Hub (by Delta) and Intralogistics Experience Zone (by Jungheinrich), as well as the Made-In-China Pavilion (by Focus Technology Group), Startup AM Pavilion (by NAMIC) and Smart Manufacturing Pavilion (by GSR United). For instance, Singapore Polytechnic’s Company & Workforce Transformation (SP CWT) initiative will be showcasing end-to-end solutions to support enterprise innovation. These include AI-powered automation and AI-driven data analytics, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), IoT sensors and more.

Global Additive Manufacturing Summit (GAMS) by NAMIC, a one-stop learning and networking platform for students, academia, industry professionals, and innovators along the entire AM value chain who are looking to adopt additive manufacturing.Standards Forum by Singapore Standards Council and Enterprise Singapore, where attendees can stay updated on the evolving landscape of standards and discover practical ways to adopt and comply with key international and local standards in sustainability, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Please refer to Annex A: Exhibitors To Check Out, Annex B: Sessions To Check Out @ ITF 2024 and Annex C: Corporate and Event Profiles.

ITAP 2024 is supported by industry and government partners including Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Economic Development Board (EDB), Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG), JTC Corporation (JTC), SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), and global industry leaders and key players in the region’s business ecosystem.

[1] The Asia Pacific region is leading the smart manufacturing boom, with a projected 15.7% CAGR through 2030, driven by rapid AI policy rollouts and increasing industry adoption. Singapore recently launched the AI Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the Manufacturing Sector as part of the Singapore National AI Strategy 2.0 (NAIS 2.0), while Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand are also advancing AI initiatives. Thailand’s AI roadmap focuses on fostering innovation and improving its manufacturing sector. Indonesia projects a US$366 billion AI contribution by 2030, and Vietnam aspires to become a global AI hub. On the industry front, companies like Rolls-Royce and ST Engineering are using AI for predictive maintenance, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
[2] These companies include Aishida Co., Ltd; Aubo (Beijing) Robotics Co. Ltd; Standard Robot Co. Ltd; Shenzhen Han’s Robot Co., Ltd; Senad Robot (Shanghai) Co. Ltd; Siasun Co., Ltd (DUCO); Shanghai Seer Intelligent Technology Corporation; Shenzhen XJC Sensor Technology Co., Ltd; Zhejiang Mechanical and Electric Co., Ltd and Shanghai Industrial Park of Robots

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HKU holds Entrance Scholarships Award Ceremony for 2025-26

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May 5, 2026

HONG KONG, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The University of Hong Kong (HKU) recently held the HKU Entrance Scholarships Award Ceremony to recognise the outstanding academic and non-academic achievements of students admitted to the University in the 2025-26 academic year.

Over 700 student awardees, parents, and guests attended the ceremony, which was officiated by Professor Xiang Zhang, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKU. In his welcoming remark, Professor Zhang said that the University was establishing a new AI Hub initiative to fundamentally transform the way of teaching with the integration of AI. Noting that AI development might drastically redefine education and certain professions within the next decade, he encourages students to be creative and equip themselves as future pioneers to help drive the transformation.

Benefactors of the ‘Hon Ping Entrance Scholarship for Nigerian Students,’ ‘Jardine HKU Scholarship,’ ‘Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarships,’ ‘QRT-HKU Scholarship,’ ‘Rosita King Ho Scholarship,’ ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman’s Scholarship,’ and ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Striding On Scholarship,’ as well as Professor Jay Siegel, Vice-President and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Teaching and Learning) at HKU, and Professor Ian Holliday, Registrar at HKU, were among the guests of honour who presented awards to the students.

Representatives from 11 Consulates-General, including Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam, attended the event to extend their warm wishes to the student awardees. Representatives from over 30 local secondary schools were also present to celebrate with their former students.

The students awarded have excelled in a variety of fields. They include 55 President’s Scholars. Other scholarships awarded include ‘The Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman’s Scholarship,’ for students with exceptional academic achievements; the ‘Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarship,’ for outstanding young athletes admitted to HKU through the ‘Top Athletes Direct Admission Scheme’; and the ‘Belt and Road Scholarship,’ which recognises students coming from Belt and Road countries.

In addition to expressing their happiness at receiving the scholarships, the awardees also look forward to their university life and future career endeavours.

João Davi de Morais, recipient of the HKU Scholarship for Future Leaders from the Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Digital Technologies programme, emphasised the transformative impact of the scholarship in enabling him to become the first person in his community to pursue international higher education. Raised in Brazil’s seventh-largest vulnerable community, João is a strong advocate for education for underprivileged youth. He presented his journalism work on Brazilian early childhood education at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where he met the Brazilian Minister of Education and contributed to the announcement of new daycare centres in his home state. João hoped his story would inspire low-income youth to pursue education as a path beyond social barriers, and he remains committed to creating positive change in education as a young leader.

Awarded the HKU Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship for President’s Scholars and currently pursuing the Bachelor of Engineering Elite Programme, Aryan Sokhiya recounted his high school project developing and pitching a gamified platform to address plastic litter. This experience inspired him to see engineering as a discipline that can transform ideas into scalable, real-world impact by connecting people, ideas, and purpose. Aryan expressed his appreciation for HKU’s interdisciplinary approach to tackling technological challenges and thanked the scholarship for providing not only financial support but also opportunities for intentional personal growth.

As a recipient of the Lee Shau Kee Top Athletes Scholarship and a long-jump athlete representing Hong Kong at the 15th National Games of China and the Asian Athletics Championships, Jia Wai Yin Tiffany is now pursuing the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences. Tiffany shared her unique educational journey as a student-athlete. She credited the perseverance and resilience developed through sports for her academic success and expressed deep gratitude to the University and scholarship for providing flexibility, guidance, and support as she continues to pursue excellence in both athletics and academics.

Naziba Sayem, recipient of the Belt and Road Scholarship from Bangladesh and a Bachelor of Science student, highlighted her mother’s resilience in battling a rare autoimmune disease as the inspiration behind her pursuit of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at HKU. Despite financial constraints, her parents’ unwavering support for her education encouraged Naziba to remain ambitious and hopeful. As a Belt and Road Scholar, she is proud to represent her country and the spirit of the initiative. Naziba hopes to leverage her education at HKU to contribute to research in Bangladesh and inspire others to overcome challenges, pursue their dreams, and further the values of global cooperation.

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MSEED and SCOPE Global Skills University Sign Strategic Partnership to Shape the Future of Experiential Marketing Education

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May 5, 2026

MUMBAI, India and BHOPAL, India, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Premium education institute MSEED (The Management School of Events and Experience Design) today partnered with SCOPE Global Skills University, Bhopal, to introduce a two-year MBA in Event Management and Experiential Marketing.

Besides boosting students academically, this association intends to equip them with the evolving demands of events and the experiential marketing ecosystem. Furthermore, the collaboration will be fueled by industry expertise and academic structure, helping students build a career in the fast-growing fields of events, entertainment, and experiential marketing.

At a time when experiential marketing is ‘evolving from a tactical activation to a strategic growth engine for brands’, this collaboration serves right.

Speaking on this exclusive partnership between MSEED and SCOPE, Joshua Newman, Vice-President – Marketing & Partnerships, MSEED, said, “Our focus has always been on outcomes, not just education. This partnership allows us to extend that vision by working with SCOPE Global Skills University to create a program that prepares students for real careers. From curriculum to classroom delivery and industry exposure, every aspect is designed to ensure that students graduate with confidence, clarity, and practical experience.”

The MBA program is designed to:

Provide a recognized postgraduate qualification with a specialized focusBuild practical skills through real-world projects and case studiesOffering industry interaction, mentorship, and exposureSupport students with internship and placement opportunities

Dr. Vijay Singh, Vice Chancellor of SGSU, hailed the launch as a landmark moment for the city. “This is a remarkable event not just for our university, but for the city of Bhopal. We are witnessing a paradigm shift in how specialized education is delivered in Madhya Pradesh. By launching this MBA in Event Management, we are providing our youth with a platform to master the art of execution, creativity, and management right here in their home state,” he said.

The partnership was formally cemented through the signing of an agreement between the two institutions in the esteemed presence of Mangubhai C. Patel, the current and 19th Governor of Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of industry-integrated education in India.

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MSEED, a part of EVA Group, India’s one of the largest live event companies, and backed by 200 odd industry veterans, the institute brings with it deep-rooted industry expertise and real-world insights. It is a creative business institute designed for the next generation of storytellers, strategists, producers, and brand builders. The mission is not just to prepare students for jobs, but to lead industries.

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ADECCO GROUP DIVIDEND 2026: ANNOUNCEMENT OF FINAL TERMS

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May 5, 2026

AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange

Group press release

Scrip dividend take-up rate of 53.01%Reference share price of CHF 18.02, with an issue price of CHF 16.945,268,324 new shares to be issued

ZURICH, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Adecco Group’s Annual General Meeting, held on April 15, 2026, offered its shareholders the option to receive the 2025 dividend in cash or in new Adecco Group shares.

The Adecco Group announces today that 53.01% of the dividend for the financial year 2025 was elected to be paid in the form of new Adecco Group AG shares, while the remaining 46.99% will be paid out in cash.

The reference share price was set at CHF 18.02, based on the daily volume-weighted average price of existing Adecco Group AG shares traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange between April 21, 2026 and May 4, 2026. The issue price of the new shares of CHF 16.94, was set at a 6.0% discount to the reference share price, resulting in a conversion ratio of 16.940.

5,268,324 new Adecco Group AG shares will be issued through a capital increase for the scrip dividend. The delivery of new shares and the total CHF 79 million cash dividend payment is planned for May 7, 2026.

Denis Machuel, Adecco Group CEO, commented:

“We are pleased with the take-up of our scrip dividend and thank our shareholders for their partnership and support of the Group’s strategy. We remain focused on ensuring an attractive and sustainable dividend policy, delivering attractive returns to our shareholders while retaining financial flexibility to invest in our competitive differentiators and prioritize deleveraging.”

Adecco Group will be reporting its first quarter results on May 13, 2026.

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent and technology expertise company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH – across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power the Smart Industry transformation and empower organizations to optimize their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to fostering sustainable employability and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).

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