Jacobson Pharma Adds Excilor (「恢甲清」) to Its Portfolio to Develop China Market with Vemedia (The Netherlands)

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HONG KONG, CHINA – Media
OutReach
 – 5 November 2019 – Jacobson Pharma Corporation Limited (“Jacobson
Pharma” or the  “Company”; Stock Code:
2633)
, a leading company engaged in research,
development, production, marketing and sale of generic drugs and proprietary
medicines, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary Jacobson Medical (Hong Kong) Limited (“Jacobson”)
has signed an exclusive distribution agreement  (the “Agreement”) with Vemedia Shine
Limited (“Vemedia”) (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Versailles
B.V., a company
incorporated in the Netherlands) for the marketing and distribution
of  “Excilor” (「恢甲清」)
range of
products  in the market of Mainland
China.

 

Photo for product(s) of Excilor being currently sold in Hong Kong. Excilor (「恢甲清」) is a leading over-the-counter brand in Hong Kong for nail and foot care

Jacobson
will be the exclusive distributor for Vemedia for the marketing, sales and
distribution of Vemedia’s highly recognised medicated nail and foot
care brand, namely “Excilor”「恢甲清」, in the China market for
a term of ten
years.

 

Mr. Derek Sum,
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
of
Jacobson Pharma remarked, “The strategic
collaboration represents a sound leverage of strengths and resources between
Jacobson and Vemedia. By riding on its established market network, Jacobson
Pharma aims to build a strong position for the Excilor brand whilst tapping the fast-growing nail and foot care market in China.  It
is one of our strategic goals to maximize the value and market potential of the
Excilor brand and create synergies with Vemedia via a sustainable collaboration.”

 

The appointment of
Jacobson as the exclusive distributor of Excilor in the Mainland China will
enhance the product portfolio of Jacobson Pharma and further strengthen its
market position in capitalizing on the rising consumer demand for branded healthcare
products in the burgeoning market of China.

 

Jacobson Pharma has
been forging strategic collaborations with various
business partners. A case in point is the recently-formed joint venture alliance with Weisen-U (「胃仙-U」) and Flucur
Nebuliser (「呼佳噴霧劑」). The Group currently
possesses a portfolio of proprietary healthcare brands such as Po Chai Pills (「保濟丸」), Ho Chai Kung Tji
Thung San (「何濟公止痛退熱散」), Contractubex Scar
Gel (「秀碧除疤膏」), Flying Eagle Wood
Lok Medicated Oil (「飛鷹活絡油」), Tong Tai Chung
Woodlok Oil (「唐太宗活絡油」), Doan’s Ointment (「兜安氏藥膏」), Saplingtan (「十靈丹」), Shiling Oil (「十靈油」), and Col-gan
Tablet (「傷風克」).  

About Jacobson Pharma Corporation Limited (雅各臣科研製藥有限公司;Stock Code: 2633)

Jacobson Pharma is a leading generic drug company in Hong Kong. The Group’s
proprietary medicines, notably being Po Chai Pills (「保濟丸」), Ho Chai Kung Tji Thung San (「何濟公止痛退熱散」), Contractubex Scar Gel (「秀碧除疤膏」) , Flying Eagle Wood Lok Medicated Oil (「飛鷹活絡油」), Tong Tai Chung Woodlok Oil (「唐太宗活絡油」), Doan’s Ointment (「兜安氏藥膏」), Saplingtan (「十靈丹」), Shiling Oil (「十靈油」) and Col-gan Tablet (「傷風克」) have been widely recognised by the market.
The Group aims to enrich its portfolio through addition of high value-added products
covering sterile injections, oncology products as well as orphan drugs and
biosimilars. With its corporate
headquarters based in Hong Kong, the Group has also established its operating
subsidiaries in China, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore and Cambodia forming
a regional commercial platform to tap the market potential in the Asia Pacific and Greater China region. Jacobson Pharma
has been a constituent stock of MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index since 1 June
2017. For more details about Jacobson Pharma, please visit the Group’s website:
http://www.jacobsonpharma.com

About Vemedia Shine Limited

Vemedia is a fast growing reputable consumer healthcare company
headquartered in Diemen, the Netherlands, marketing a portfolio of leading
self-medicated brands in certain European countries. Excilor, a well-recognized
brand under Vemedia, primes itself as the specialist in medical foot care and
enjoys a preeminent position in the over-the-counter (OTC) market for the
treatment of fungal nail infection.

Dangote Cement 9M 2019: Price discounting weigh on earnings…

Dangote Cement Plc in its 9M 2019 result posted a revenue decline of 1% from N685.29bn in 9M 2018 to N679.79bn in 9M 2019. Operating profit decreased YoY by 13% on the back of higher production cost, selling and distribution expenses. Profit before tax (PBT) declined by 20% to N197.68bn in 9M 2019 as well as profit after tax, which declined marginally by 3% to settle at N154.35bn for the period.

Q3 promotion lift sales volume, but gains eroded by price discounting

The group grew sales volume YoY by 1% from 17.77Mt to 17.96Mt on the back of a muted growth in the Nigerian and the Pan-African markets by 60pbs and 170bps, respectively. In the Nigerian market, on a year-on-year basis, volume increased from 10.76Mt to 10.82Mt owing mainly to promotional activities in Q3 2019, which helped tame the impact of the new competitor’s capacity. However, revenue declined by 70bps to N467.88bn from N471.33bn in 9M 2018 due to continued price discounting by competitors. The group had to lower prices in a bid to preserve its market share (currently c.64% of the domestic market). Also, the incident of border closure impacted export volume as the group recorded zero output in August and September.

On the Pan-African front, notwithstanding the revenue decline by 5bps to N213.20bn in 9M 2019, sales volume grew YoY to 7.14Mt from 7.03Mt buoyed by the robust volume growth in Tanzania by 106% to 842Kt, and in Sierra Leone by 108% to 173Kt in 9M 2019.

Though revenue declined by 1%, cost of production increased by 1% from N287.68bn to N290.02bn in 9M 2019, driven by a 2% increase in depreciation and amortization cost as well as plant maintenance cost. As a result, gross profit decreased by 2% from N397.61bn to N389.78bn in 9M 2019.

Haulage, advertisement and promotion expenses drag bottom-line

Selling and distribution expenses grew from N97.15bn to N121.98bn in 9M 2019. The double-digit growth was informed by a 215% spike in advertisement and promotion expense from N2.54bn to N7.99bn, as the group engaged in promotional activities to stay competitive and safeguard its market. Also, haulage expenses rose from N63.99bn to N80.60bn in 9M 2019, contributing to the 26% growth in selling and distribution expenses. On the strength of this decline alongside a 58% fall in other income, operating profit nosedived by 13% from N266.86bn to N231.48bn.

Recommendation

Given the new dynamics in the cement industry and the economic landscape, we expect pressure in the topline growth to persist into Q4 2019 and by extension, the coming years. However, we expect recoveries from the Pan-Africa market to support the group’s revenue.

Overall, we have a revised EPS of N12.04 and a fair value estimate N189.30 on the stock. At the market price of N149.50, the stock is trading at a 27% discount to our fair value estimate. Thus, we revised our recommendation to a BUY.

WSTC Securities Limited (WSTC)

Border Closure: FG gives conditions for re-opening land borders

The Federal Government has listed four conditions for reopening of the country’s land borders for goods importation from neighbouring countries.

Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, the Minister of Foreign Affair, made this known on Monday in Abuja while briefing newsmen following an Inter-Ministerial meeting Preparatory to the Tripartite Anti-Smuggling Committee Meeting of Nigeria, Benin and Niger.

  1. Goods imported into an ECOWAS member state from outside the ECOWAS zone and destined for Nigeria must be escorted directly to the Nigeria border entry point and the original packaging must be maintained.
  2. Rules-of-origin must be strictly adhered to in the framework of the Economic Trade Liberalization Scheme, with a minimum of 50% local content.
  3. All warehouses along land borders must be dismantled.
  4. Every person coming to Nigeria through a land border must present a recognized passport.

As much as the ongoing border restrictions have been presented primarily or even exclusively as a RICE conversation – it’s really much more than that. It’s more about enforcing compliance with existing trade rules; about discouraging state-endorsed flouting of rules plus agreements.

Spackman Entertainment Group Enters into Memorandum of Understanding with Korean Strategic Partner for the Proposed Partnership in Entertainment-related Business and Investment

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  • Under
    the Proposed Partnership, the Group’s Korean strategic partner, Sunwoo Produce which
    shall be the single largest shareholder of ESA, an entertainment company listed
    on the KOSDAQ, intends to collaborate with the Group to penetrate new overseas
    market in entertainment-related content and businesses, and strategically
    invest into the Group and/or its affiliates
  • The Proposed Partnership can
    enable both parties to utilize their respective networks and resources to
    expand their foothold in entertainment-related sectors across multiple regions

 

SINGAPORE – Media
OutReach
 – 5 November
2019 Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (“Spackman
Entertainment Group
” or the “Company” and together with its
subsidiaries, the “Group“), wishes to announce that yesterday it has entered
into a non-binding memorandum of understanding with a strategic partner, Sunwoo
Produce Inc. (“Sunwoo Produce“), a company incorporated in the Republic
of Korea, to collaborate in entertainment-related business and investment (the
Proposed Partnership“).

Sunwoo Produce has signed a
definitive share purchase agreement (the “Share Purchase“) on 18 October
2019 to acquire 15.68% of ESA Co. Ltd. (“ESA“), an entertainment company
listed on the KOSDAQ. Following the completion of the Share Purchase, which is
expected to be in the second half of this month, Sunwoo Produce will become the
single largest shareholder of ESA.

Under the Proposed Partnership,
Sunwoo Produce and the Group shall collaborate in opportunities for overseas
production, investment and distribution of various entertainment-related
content and businesses by utilizing the Group’s global networks. Sunwoo Produce
and its affiliates, including but not limited to ESA, shall seek opportunities
to strategically invest into the Group and/or its affiliates.

In addition, Sunwoo Produce and
the Group intend to partner in other entertainment-related businesses and
projects such as film/TV production, talent management, and other media
businesses in the markets of Korea, Southeast Asia, and U.S. The Group shall
also arrange foreign investors for Sunwoo Produce, as well as advise and assist
in the management of the overseas business of ESA.

Sunwoo Produce and the Group
shall also cooperate to establish a fund focusing on investments in
entertainment and technology, which is to be co-managed by the Group and Sunwoo
Produce.

The Proposed Partnership can
allow both parties to utilize their respective networks and resources in order
to venture and expand their foothold in entertainment-related sectors across multiple
regions.

The memorandum of understanding
of the Proposed Partnership shall be terminated if a definitive agreement is
not executed by 31 December 2019, unless extended by mutual written agreement.

The Company will update its
shareholders as and when there are any material developments and/or upon
execution of definitive agreements in relation to the Proposed Partnership.

About Spackman Entertainment Group Limited

Spackman Entertainment Group
Limited (“SEGL” or the “Company“), and together with its
subsidiaries, (the “Group“), one of
Korea’s leading entertainment production groups founded by Mr. Charles
Spackman, is primarily engaged in the independent development, production,
presentation, and financing of theatrical motion pictures in Korea. In order to
diversify our revenue streams, we have expanded our business portfolio to
include the production of Korean television dramas. In addition to our content
business, we also make investments into entertainment companies and film funds
that can financially and strategically complement our existing core operations.
SEGL is listed on the Catalist of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading
Limited under the ticker 40E.

 

SEGL’s Zip Cinema Co., Ltd. (“Zip Cinema“) is one of the most
recognised film production labels in Korea and has originated and produced some
of Korea’s most commercially successful theatrical films, consecutively
producing 9 profitable movies since 2009 representing an industry leading track
record. Recent theatrical releases of Zip Cinema’s motion pictures include some
of Korea’s highest grossing and award-winning films such as DEFAULT (2018), MASTER (2016), THE PRIESTS
(2015), COLD EYES (2013), and ALL ABOUT MY WIFE (2012). For more
information on Zip Cinema, do visit http://zipcine.com  

 

SEGL also owns Novus Mediacorp
Co., Ltd. (“Novus Mediacorp“), an
investor, presenter, and/or post-theatrical distributor for a total of 79 films
(58 Korean and 21 foreign) including ROSE
OF BETRAYAL
, THE OUTLAWS and SECRETLY, GREATLY, which was one of the
biggest box office hits of 2013 starring Kim Soo-hyun of MY LOVE FROM THE STARS fame, as well as FRIEND 2: THE GREAT LEGACY. In 2012, Novus Mediacorp was also the
post-theatrical rights distributor of ALL
ABOUT MY WIFE
, a top-grossing romantic comedy produced by Zip Cinema. In
2018, THE OUTLAWS, co-presented by
Novus Mediacorp broke the all-time highest Video On Demand (“VOD“) sales records in Korea. For more
information on Novus Mediacorp, do visit 
http://novusmediacorp.com 

 

Our films are theatrically
distributed and released in Korea and overseas markets, as well as for
subsequent post-theatrical worldwide release in other forms of media, including
cable TV, broadcast TV, IPTV, video-on-demand, and home video/DVD, etc. We
release all of our motion pictures into wide-theatrical exhibition initially in
Korea, and then in overseas and ancillary markets.

 

We also operate a café-lounge
called Upper West, in the Gangnam district of Seoul and own a professional
photography studio, noon pictures Co., Ltd..

 

The Company holds an effective
shareholding interest of 43.88% in Spackman Media Group Limited (“SMGL“). SMGL, a company incorporated in
Hong Kong, together with its subsidiaries, is collectively one of the largest
entertainment talent agencies in Korea in terms of the number of artists under
management, including some of the top names in the Korean entertainment
industry. SMGL operates its talent management business through renowned
agencies such as MS Team Entertainment Co., Ltd., UAA & Co Inc., Fiftyone K
Inc., SBD Entertainment Inc., and Kook Entertainment Co., Ltd. Through these
full-service talent agencies in Korea, SMGL represents and guides the
professional careers of a leading roster of award-winning actors/actresses in
the practice areas of motion pictures, television, commercial endorsements, and
branded entertainment. SMGL leverages its unparalleled portfolio of artists as
a platform to develop, produce, finance and own the highest quality of entertainment
content projects, including theatrical motion pictures, variety shows, and TV
dramas. This platform also creates and derives opportunities for SMGL to make
strategic investments in development stage businesses that can collaborate with
SMGL artists. SMGL is an associated company of the Company.

 

The Group owns a 100% equity interest in Frame Pictures Co., Ltd. (“Frame Pictures“). Frame Pictures is a leader in the movie/drama equipment leasing business in Korea. Established in 2014, Frame Pictures has worked with over 25 top directors and provided the camera and lighting equipment for some of Korea’s most notable drama and movie projects including the upcoming Korean film GIRL COPS (2018) featuring Wi Ha-jun of SMGL and THE GREATEST DIVORCE (2018) starring Bae Doona of SMGLIn 2018, Frame Pictures has also won contracts to supply equipment to FOUR MEN (2019), ASADAL CHRONICLES (2019), THE CROWNED CLOWN (2019), THE BEAUTY INSIDE (2018), HUNDRED MILLION STARS FROM THE SKY (2018), LOVELY HORRIBLY (2018), THE GUEST (2018), historical Korean movie MALMOI, SUITS (2018) featuring Park Hyung-sik of SMGL, MISTRESS (2018), LIFE (2018), LIVE (2018) starring Lee Kwang-soo of RUNNING MANMY MISTER (2018) and Netflix’s first Korean original production LOVE ALARM(2018).

 

The Company owns a 100% equity interest Take Pictures Pte. Ltd. (“Take Pictures“) which has an upcoming film STONE SKIPPING and a line-up of other films such as the co-production with Zip Cinema for THE PRIESTS 2.

 

The Company owns a 100% equity interest in Constellation Agency Pte. Ltd. (“Constellation Agency“). Constellation Agency, which owns The P Factory Co., Ltd. (“The P Factory“) and Platform Media Group Co., Ltd. (“PMG“), is primarily involved in the business of overseas agency for Korean artists venturing into the overseas market. The P Factory is an innovative marketing solutions provider specializing in event and branded content production. PMG is a talent management agency which represents and manages the careers of major artists in film, television, commercial endorsements, and branded entertainment.

 

The Company owns a
100% equity interest in Greenlight Content Limited which is mainly involved in the business of
investing into dramas and movies, as well as providing consulting services for
the production of Korean content.

 

The Company owns a 100% equity
interest in Simplex Films Limited (“Simplex Films“) which is an early
stage film production firm. Simplex Films has several
films in the pipeline including, A BOLT FROM THE BLUE, IRREVOCABLE
PROMISE
and OUR SUPERSTAR K.

 

For more details, do visit http://www.spackmanentertainmentgroup.com/

Arrow Electronics launches new version of its multi-tier cloud platform ArrowSphere

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CENTENNIAL, COLO. – Media OutReach – 5 November 2019 – Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:ARW), a global
technology solutions provider, has enhanced its multi-tier cloud platform,
ArrowSphere.

 

Sean Kerins, global president of Arrow’s enterprise computing solutions business.

Established as a leading cloud
platform, ArrowSphere’s new functionalities enable channel customers to create tailored
multi-vendor solutions for their clients. The significant enhancements improve the
design, functionalities and user experience, with new additions including:

  • Extensive catalog of more than 25,000 offers worldwide
  • AI-enabled search bar for managing subscriptions
  • Visualization
    displays the most popular offers being purchased by channel customers by region
  • Intelligent catalog
    filtering by supplier, category, add-on, trial or customer category
  • Recommendation engine that allows channel customers
    to view complementary offers for building cloud solutions

 

“We already had the
customer base and the reach to make a big impact in the public cloud space, but
with ArrowSphere in place, we are properly equipped to scale our cloud business
to even greater heights”, said Nick Benham, senior
partner manager, SCC. “Our customers are
getting the customised, self-service experience that they expect and we are
seeing stronger customer loyalty. The deeper intel and insights we receive
allow us to plan for the future and budget accordingly.”

 

“We developed ArrowSphere more
than eight years ago with the vision of creating an innovative platform for
cloud, where channel customers can easily access our suppliers’ cloud products all
in one place and build solutions for their end customers,” said Sean Kerins,
global president of Arrow’s enterprise computing solutions business.

 

About Arrow Electronics

Arrow
Electronics (NYSE:ARW) guides innovation forward for over 200,000 leading
technology manufacturers and service providers. With 2018 sales of $30 billion,
Arrow develops technology solutions that improve business and daily life. Learn
more at fiveyearsout.com.

Rhenus Expands Warehousing Solutions in Asia-Pacific

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SINGAPORE – Media
OutReach
 – 5 November 2019 – Rhenus Logistics’ Warehousing Solutions are a central
element of its integrated supply chain solutions for the procurement and
distribution of goods. The warehouses are designed for multiple and single
users and form a comprehensive network in Europe, Asia-Pacific, South Africa
and the Americas.

 

In addition to
technology-driven innovations implemented in Europe, Rhenus Logistics has
developed special in-house solutions to support and optimize existing
customers’ warehouse and production processes. 
Its proprietary Rhenus Warehousing System, customized for the Asia
Pacific region, will enhance cross-border security with centralized monitoring
and control of the processes.  

Latest Development of Rhenus APAC Warehousing

Following the recent acquisition of a logistics
company in Singapore and the addition of its largest warehouse in Thailand, Rhenus
Logistics now offers end-to-end logistic solutions in Asia-Pacific for Greater China,
Hong Kong, India, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. The
company plans to expand steadily with an average of a new warehouse added every
3 months, extending its global experience to the region with a comprehensive
portfolio of storage types. 

 

Rhenus
Thailand opened the Bangna-Trad KM.19 warehouse – a 10,000 square-meter
multi-user facility that covers 11,000 pallet locations, on June 2019 in
Thailand, expanding its food cold storage facilities to include alcohol and
Halal Food Grade products. In Singapore, the acquisition of Triways
Logistics
, a local player in the warehousing and supply chain industry, in May
2019 adds a 10,000 square-meter warehouse, expanding its service portfolio in
warehousing service and distribution solutions. Rhenus Philippines similarly
added four new warehouses this year, and currently has 13 warehouses strategically
located islandwide. Rhenus Indonesia is currently finalizing plans to start offering
warehousing services, and more details will be provided closer to date.

 

The
warehousing solutions will integrate seamlessly with Rhenus’ domestic
distribution services, which includes domestic transport and road freight, and
reduces potential security risk and damage for cross-border deliveries. Please
refer to the Annex for a summary of Rhenus’ warehouses in Asia Pacific.

 

“The
strategic move to build stronger supply chain capabilities paves the way for
Rhenus Logistics as a complete solution provider in Asia, encompassing freight
and warehousing services, as well as distribution services. Our warehouses are
located in close proximity of connecting airports and ports, and supported with
our global structure and networks. Our comprehensive road networks in markets
such as Greater China, offer added value to customers by offering
cost-efficient and reliable transport operations to and from the warehouses —
between towns, cities, and countries” said Karl-Heinz Krupp, General Manager of
Warehousing Solutions & Domestic Distribution, Rhenus Logistics Greater
China. 

Specific
tools to support further optimization of operations will be used to ensure
complete quality, performance and cost control, though automation,
comprehensive analytics and the efficient use of big data. Driven by
innovation, Rhenus’ proprietary Warehouse Management System will be available
across all warehouses. It offers 24/7 real time stock visibility, supports
labour, distributed order and inventory management, optimizes operations, and
can be configured to suit different customers’ scope and requirements.  


“Our Smart Logistics solutions, conceptualized by a
dedicated team, have seen good results, such as the self-programmed
collaborative robot cell in Germany. As our footprint in Asia-Pacific grows, we
will work closely with customers to develop customized logistics solutions,
powered by technology and our industry expertise,” added Thomas Halliday, APAC Warehousing
Director – IT.

 

Annex: Rhenus Warehouses in Asia Pacific

Greater China

 

  • China

– 2 warehouses, 10,300 sqm

  • Hong Kong: 1 warehouse,
    3,500 sqm

India

  • 30 warehouses,
    155,000 sqm

Japan

  • 6 warehouses, 69,400
    sqm

Malaysia

  • 1 warehouse,
    3,400 sqm

Philippines

  • 13 warehouses, 16,009
    sqm

Singapore

  • 1 warehouse,
    10,000 sqm

Thailand

  • 6 warehouses, 34,900
    sqm

Vietnam

  • 1 warehouse, 9,000
    sqm

About Rhenus

The Rhenus Group is a logistics services provider with global business
operations and an annual turnover of EUR 5.1 billion. Rhenus has business sites
at 660 locations worldwide and employs 31,000 people. The Rhenus business areas
— Contract Logistics, Freight Logistics and Port Logistics — manage complex
supply chains and provide a wealth of innovative value-added services.

Poly Introduces Poly Studio X Series for Microsoft Teams at Microsoft Ignite 2019

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Poly Reinforces its Position as an End-to-End Solution Provider for Microsoft Teams with its Latest Video, Voice, Headset and Service Solutions Optimized for Teams

 

SINGAPORE – Media
OutReach
 – 5 November 2019 – Plantronics, Inc. (“Poly” — formerly
Plantronics and Polycom) (NYSE: PLT),
a global communications company that powers meaningful human connection and
collaboration, will introduce video conferencing devices with a built-in
Microsoft Teams experience at Microsoft Ignite 2019. The Poly Studio X Series, purpose-built, all-in-one video bars
for Microsoft teams, will offer a native Teams meeting and calling experience and
are among a host of Poly solutions built for Teams that the company will demonstrate
at the show.

The Poly Studio
X Series consists of two new video bars designed for small rooms, the Poly Studio
X30 and Poly Studio X50. The Poly Studio X Series are purpose-built appliances that
will run the Teams application natively.

The Studio X
Series supports 4K Ultra high definition (UHD), advanced noise suppression and
unmatched video production rules to improve all aspects of the meeting
experience. Set-up requires a single power-over-ethernet cable. Users can
choose to control the Studio X Series with the new Poly TC8 touch screen.

The award-winning
Poly
Studio
, a plug-and-play USB video bar for small huddle
rooms, is now certified for
Microsoft Teams. The Poly Studio USB video bar features room-filling audio, a
4K HD camera with built-in speaker tracking and framing, as well as support for
remote cloud management for ongoing updates and configuration. The Poly Studio
is currently available worldwide.

“Whenever and
wherever people connect with Microsoft Teams, we will be there to provide the
best-in-class audio, video and voice endpoints to make the experience that much
better,” said Joe Burton, president and CEO at Poly. “We deliver everything you
need on the journey to transition to Teams.”

Ilya Bukshteyn,
partner director, Teams devices, Microsoft Corp. said, “We’re pleased to partner
with Poly on a range of Microsoft Teams solutions — from video conferencing, to
headsets, to desk and conference phones, to services. Poly is a one-stop-shop
for Teams users that need to communicate and collaborate from anywhere and with
anyone.”

“The
Poly Studio X Series devices take simplicity to the next level,” said Ira M.
Weinstein, managing partner at analyst firm Recon Research. “These sleek,
all-in-one devices include mics, speakers, and camera, and come pre-loaded with
the Microsoft Teams application. No software to load. From the box to a
high-quality meeting room video conferencing experience in just a few minutes.
This is a job well done.”

Showcasing
End-to-End Solutions for Teams

Poly will also showcase
its industry-leading voice, headset and service offerings to support Teams at
Microsoft Ignite in the Poly booth (#2349):

  • The
    Poly CCX Series — Poly’s native Teams phones, are sleek
    business desk phones that combine a native Teams solution with premium voice
    quality. Three models, the CCX 400, CCX 500 and CCX 600, Teams contact lists,
    calendar, and meetings. The CCX 400 delivers a cost-effective native Teams
    experience for the cost-conscious end-user, while the
    more premium CCX 500 and CCX 600 models power productivity with Poly HD Voice, Bluetooth,
    and intuitive color touch displays. The CCX 600 features a larger seven-inch
    display and integrated 802.11 Wi-Fi support. The CCX 500 will be available in
    select Asia Pacific countries from December 2019 and the CCX 400 and CCX 600
    will be available in Asia Pacific in 2020.
  • The Calisto
    3200
    optimized for Teams — Announced today, Poly’s first native Teams
    personal speakerphone allows you to take conference calls anywhere. This plug-and-play
    portable speakerphone features 360-degree audio for outstanding sound
    no matter where you are working. The single touch of a button invokes the Teams
    app on a PC and makes for easy communication and collaboration. Available in
    Asia Pacific in 2020.
  • Voyager Office Series optimized for
    Teams — Poly will preview a new version of its highly popular Voyager 4200 and
    Voyager 5200 products for in-office mobile professionals seeking versatile
    connectivity options to desk phone, smartphone or computer. Available in Asia
    Pacific in 2020.
  • Poly
    Managed Service for Teams —
    Poly has introduced Poly Managed Service for Teams. The hosted service aims to accelerate
    Teams adoption in enterprises worldwide with a range of managed services to
    support enterprises on their entire Teams journey. These services include
    identifying the most effective way for customers to migrate from legacy platforms,
    to Teams, the provisioning of endpoints and licenses, the end-to-end deployment
    of Teams, adoption, training and change management, as part of the ongoing
    managed service. This Managed Service can work in conjunction with Microsoft’s
    calling plan or any Direct Route service offer. Available now.

Poly will preview the
Studio X Series for Teams at Microsoft Ignite. Poly Studio X30 and Poly Studio
X50 will be priced at US$2,199 and US$3,499 respectively, including the
Poly TC8. The Poly Studio X Series will be available in select Asia
Pacific countries from December 2019, with native support on Teams available from
mid-2020.

The Microsoft booth
(#1515) will also host the following Poly integrate solutions optimized for
Teams: The Poly Studio X30, Poly Elara 60 Series, Calisto 3200, Voyager 4200,
CCX 500 and the Trio 8800.

About Poly

Plantronics,
Inc. (“Poly” — formerly Plantronics and Polycom) (NYSE: PLT) is a global
communications company that powers meaningful human connection and
collaboration. Poly combines legendary audio expertise and powerful video and
conferencing capabilities to overcome the distractions, complexity and distance
that make communication in and out of the workplace challenging. Poly believes
in solutions that make life easier when they work together and with our
partner’s services. Our headsets, software, desk phones, audio and video
conferencing, analytics and services are used worldwide and are a leading
choice for every kind of workspace. For more information, please visit: www.poly.com.

Poly, the propeller design, and the Poly logo are trademarks of
Plantronics, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective
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Singapore based SnapKAPOW™ seeking to make a change in this world with 3D SnapPrint technology

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 November
2019 

Make An Action Figure of Yourself
With a Snap

All you need is a snap, and you
will make yourself your own action figurine. It is not that ‘Thanos Snap’ that
can wipe out half of the universe, but the snap of many cameras at one time
using 3D SnapPrint Technology. This newly launched tech was introduced by SnapKAPOW, the trademarked brand by sustainable energy company, WSE Pte
Ltd. 

The TECHNOLOGY

SnapPrint Technology combines
whole-body photography with 3D printing. It is the first time in Singapore that
such technology is introduced. Before 3D SnapPrint technology, traditional 3D printing of a human
being was a very tedious process. It can only be scanned one at a time. From
the front and back of the head, the body, the arms and the feet. Hence, it is
tough to make your own action figurine with the traditional 3D printing. 3D
SnapPrint technology, on the other hand, can more accurately capture your
entire body physique, your clothing texture, your eyes’ position and even your
facial expression. 

The PROCESS

Make an appointment with SnapKAPOW. Dress up as your favourite superhero
(or supervillain) for the photoshoot. Go into the photo booth and do your best pose.
It will take approximately one second for the high definition cameras to
capture a 360-degree picture of you. Check if you like your 3D image. Retake
the photoshoot if necessary. Choose the size and material (sandstone or resin)
for your action figurine. It will take approximately two weeks (express
delivery) to four weeks (normal delivery) for your action figurine to be ready and
couriered to your home address.  

The USERS

3D SnapPrint Technology can be used
for various purposes. A newlywed couple can make figurines of themselves in
their wedding attire. Instead of going for the traditional family portrait,
families can choose to make an ‘action-figure version’ family portrait. Such technology
will be prevalent among the cosplayers who will be excited to see action toys
of themselves. 

Moving the booth to YOUR PREMISE

Customers can also arrange for the
3D SnapPrint photobooth to be moved to their premises and events such as
exhibition, company D&D, wedding and many more. 

“Since young, I always love to become a superhero and
have my own action figurine sold at the toy store. Well, at least now, my dream
and many other superhero wannabes’ dreams, have come true with 3D SnapPrint
technology. I guess that is my superpower.” 
said Mr KK Chua, the Founder of
SnapKAPOW.

Ever dream of having
a superhero action figurine of you? Make it happen with SnapKAPOW!

About SnapKAPOW™

We are a team of enthusiastic superheroes wannabes who are
looking to make a change in this world with 3D SnapPrint technology. The
name SnapKAPOW was derived
from the sound of the camera clicking and the comic punch! (KAPOW!). SnapKAPOW™
was created in October 2019 as a trademarked brand of WSE Pte Ltd, a company
that focuses on eco renewable energy products.

Dear media friends, we will be launching SnapKAPOW on Nov 11.11.19 (Monday). We
want to invite you to try out SnapPrint technology for free. If you are interested,
please let us know via email (marketingpr@snapKAPOW.com) or give us a call.

Ezbuy Presents The Highly-Awaited 11.11 Super Savers Carnival 2019

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 November 2019  With Singles’ Day —
also known as 11.11 — fast approaching, ezbuy has announced today their
highly-awaited 11.11 Super Savers
Carnival!
Starting as early as 1st November,
customers can expect exciting activities,
deals with unbelievable prices and massive promotions of up to 90% off lined up
at their largest year-end sales period.

 

From 1st to 11th
November 2019,
join ezbuy and participate in their daily games and
activities to earn vouchers and cash prizes of up to $300 and more. With
activities mirroring a real-life carnival, customers can join for free and
start their pre-shopping when they check-in daily at the Popcorn Booth, score
big at the B-ball Shoot Out (50% site-wide code), Smash It
an app exclusive to smash Pinatas to win cash vouchers or redeem prizes, or be
the fastest fingers first in the Find the Clowns challenge to
stand a chance to win prizes worth $1,111.

 

With the widest variety at the lowest prices, don’t miss your chance to snag up your
shopping loots from over millions of products. The Super Savers Carnival will start from 12am on 1 November 2019
and will stretch till 11 November 2019.

 

Highlights of ezbuy’s 11.11
Super Savers Carnival Activities & Promotions:

 

1.    
Popcorn
Booth (1 — 6 Nov)
: Check in daily from 1
— 6 Nov to collect popcorn and redeem exclusive 11.11 Super Savers Voucher Pack

2.    
Hunt
the Clown (4 — 6 Nov)
: Clowns containing
$1,111 worth of prizes will be hidden on ezbuy’s site and customers will have
to hunt for the clowns to win prizes

3.    
B-Ball
Shootout (1 — 6 Nov)
: Complete a 3-question
quiz to score up to 50% off sitewide promo code

4.    
Smash
It (4 — 9 Nov)
: An app-exclusive game where
customers can use e-hammers to smash Pinatas to earn sure-win cash vouchers and
more hammers. Earn more hammers as you share with your friends, which can then
be exchanged for more Vouchers and attractive prizes such as Scoot vouchers and
Prime Membership.

5.    
Early
Bird Rewards (4 — 6 Nov)
:
Spend $100 between 4 — 6 Nov to get a massive $50 Early Bird Carnival voucher
pack

6.    
Free
Shipping (4 — 6 Nov):
Save
more when you shop with $0 Shipping Fee on selected items

7.    
Surprise
Promotions & Discounts (7 Nov)
: Stay tuned for more surprise deals and promotions.

8.    
Super
Crazy Deals (11 Nov):
Over 800 deals with the
craziest discounts all in 1 day

9.    
Super
Dollar Deals (4 – 5 Nov)
:
Head to the shopping zone featuring $3 and $5 nett items

 

For more information, visit: https://ezbuy.sg/promotion1/1111-super-savers.html

 

Ezbuy’s Product Deal highlights:

No.

Flash Deal Item

Retail Pricing

11.11 DEAL PRICE

1

Apple
AirPods Pro

$379

$259

2

DJI
Osmo Pocket

$519

$389

3

Nintendo Switch Lite

$349

$199

4

Apple iPhone 11

$1,149

$999

5

Xiaomi Dreame V9

$229

$159.9

6

Dyson Air Wrap

$699

$459

7

Beautybox Ceramic Hair
Curler
https://ezbuy.sg/product/423500972.html

$25.9

$13.9

8

3CE Cloud Lip Tint

$24.9

$18.9

9

Xiaomi Luggage 24 Inch
https://ezbuy.sg/product/423540176.html

$149

$89

10

FILA Coat Backpack

$98.5

$49.9

11

360 Swivel Multi-Fold
Lazy Sofa
https://ezbuy.sg/product/412290949.html

$85.9

$67.7

About ezbuy.sg

ezbuy (owned by EZbuy Holdings
Limited) is Singapore’s first and
largest global shopping platform, founded in 2010 by a group of aspiring entrepreneurs
with a unified mindset to bring quality products in a convenient way to the
locals. A global marketplace for
online retailers, customers can enjoy access to millions of quality products worldwide, from countries like China, USA, Taiwan, Korea and
Local. Besides the access to ezbuy/Prime services, ezbuy have since expanded
the marketplace from China, to USA, Taiwan, Korea and Local. As of today, ezbuy
has more than 3 million customers from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and
Thailand. For more information, visit www.ezbuy.sg.

 

Making shopping online, Easier, Cheaper and Faster.

 

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ezbuy.Singapore

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ezbuy.sg/

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/65daigou/videos

Fashion Lingerie Label 6IXTY8IGHT To Launch E-Commerce Store in Singapore and Malaysia

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SINGAPORE – Media
OutReach
 – 5 November 2019 – International fashion
lingerie label 6IXTY8IGHT is proud
to announce that its e-commerce store in Singapore and Malaysia will be
launching in mid of November 2019. 6IXTY8IGHT.com
will carry a full range of lingerie, nightwear, homewear, loungewear,
casualwear, and accessories.

 

The online store seeks to provide an integrated
shopping experience for customers that bridges 6IXTY8IGHT’s online and physical
stores seamlessly. In the first phase of this development, customers can expect
an upcoming “Click & Collect” feature, where online purchases can be picked
up at any preferred local store. The expansion of 6IXTY8IGHT’s online sales
with the addition of Singapore and Malaysia comes just shy of a month after the
brand’s inaugural e-commerce launch, which spans across Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan
Region, and South Korea.

 

6IXTY8IGHT has also opened a series of new stores in
Singapore and Malaysia over the month of October 2019. Customers in Singapore
can now shop at two new locations – Orchard Gateway and Paya Lebar Quarter
Mall, which opened doors on 3rd October 2019 and 17th
October 2019 respectively. In Malaysia, 6IXTY8IGHT will unveil its second and
third stores at Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA on 25th October 2019 and Gurney
Paragon Mall on 12th November 2019.

 

NOVEMBER COLLECTIONS

 

Both the e-commerce and newly opened stores will highlight
new collections of the November season – Eyelash Lace, Iridescent Dreams, and Beary
Cute. The November collections will be available from 24th October
2019.

 

Elevate your lingerie wardrobe for the coming autumn
with the Eyelash Lace Collection. From bralettes and briefs to matching pajamas
and slip dresses, delicate lace & crystals detailing completes each piece
in the collection with a feminine touch. Crafted from soft-touching microfiber
or velvet fabrics, this charming collection also feels amazingly supple against
skin.

 

The Iridescent Dreams Collection catches attention
just like tiny diamonds shining in the night sky. Each piece in this collection
is delicately decorated with iridescent elements that forms adorable graphic
prints or inspiring and lovely slogans. Put them on to instantly feel youthful
and a mood uplift!

 

Beary Cute is a collection that fulfils the dream of
having fluffy bunny ears on pajamas. The collection is decked with vibrant
motifs, cute cartoon prints and even adorable 3D ornaments. Crafted from
premium cotton fabrics, the pieces are not only fun and playful but also comes
with superior comfort. This collection is definitely a wonderful bedtime
companion that will bring sweet and lovely dreams.

 

6IXTY8IGHT
E-COMMERCE STORE LAUNCH SPECIALS

 

In celebration of launching 6IXTY8IGHT.com in
Singapore and Malaysia, shoppers can look forward to an exclusive surprise
offer during the first week of the site going live. Don’t forget to check this
out on 6IXTY8IGHT.com!

About 6IXTY8IGHT

6IXTY8IGHT was founded in 2002 by Erik Ryd, a Swedish
entrepreneur with an established fashion manufacturing business in Asia.
6IXTY8IGHT is now one of the fastest growing fashion brands in Asia, offering
the latest trends in lingerie, homewear, loungewear, casualwear and accessories.
With more than 200 stores across Greater China, South Korea, Singapore, and
Malaysia, the brand continues to strive for more through a seamless retail
experience, both on its online platform and brick and mortar store expansions.

 

For more information, please visit 6IXTY8IGHT.COM.

 

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