Leading Malaysian utility and infrastructure conglomerate MMC Corporation Berhad (MMC) announced that it has embarked on a major digital transformation of five ports, in partnership with global software solutions leader, Ramco Systems. The digital transformation will consolidate and standardize processes of MMC’s ports, which include Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn Bhd (PTP), Johor Port Berhad, Northport (Malaysia) Bhd, Penang Port Sdn Bhd and Tanjung Bruas Port Sdn Bhd. The group-wide transformation was awarded based on the successful implementation of Ramco integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system at one of Malaysia’s most advanced container terminal – PTP. This technological transformation programme will…
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In an age of unprecedented possibilities, World Cloud Show – KSA attracted prominent voices in the cloud space. Some of the top speakers who attended the event that took place on 29 March 2021 included, Fahad A. Alhamed, Chairman of the board, Saudi Cloud Computing Association; Khalid Alohali, Emerging Technology and Innovation leader, Oracle; Badar Khan, Director of Digital Mobility, NEOM and Salem Mohammed Baras, Director, Cloud and Digital Platforms, Solutions by STC; A Karthik, Chief Evangelist, ManageEngine to name a few. World Cloud Show – KSA covered key topics such as Cloud Computing and Digital Transformation in the New…
Agilex Biolabs, Australia’s largest and most technologically advanced specialist bioanalytical laboratory for clinical trials, today announced the acquisition of leading biolab TetraQ, based at the University of Queensland. Agilex Biolabs CEO Jason Valentine said they were very pleased with the purchase of the high-calibre bioanalytics company. “TetraQ complements the Agilex Biolabs work in Australia and APAC with its expert staff and years of experience in regulated bioanalytical services,” he said. “The TetraQ purchase is part of our regional expansion plans. Agilex Biolabs is already the largest and most technologically advanced biolab in Australia, and the TetraQ addition to the business…
With the streaming wars well underway and more competition than ever, consumers are streaming more and spending more, with greater churn than we’ve ever seen before. The Asia Video Industry Association’s (AVIA) OTT Summit – The Future of Video Streaming welcomed 900 delegates and featured over 80 industry experts and leaders across the four-day conference this year. Opening the OTT Summit was the streaming analyst Matthew Ball, Managing Partner of Epyllion Industries, who presented a deep dive into the OTT industry in the United states, being the most mature, most competitive, and most valuable video market with the most consumptive…
Deltacore Capital, LLC, the crypto-firm behind Deltacore Digital Assets LP, a hedge fund that trades crypto-assets, has announced Deltacore Digital Global LP, a 506(c) overseas hedge fund offering for international clients who wish to access Deltacore’s proprietary investment strategy, which has yielded 560.9% since its inception in April, 2018. Austin-based Deltacore has been at the forefront of cryptocurrency trading in the United States and is now placed to offer this opportunity to individuals and institutions around the globe. Deltacore employs proprietary solutions that give it a unique advantage in the digital asset market. In addition to its research-driven, risk-managed investment…
BlackBixon Coffee to expand its market reach via new partnership Ni Hsin Resources Berhad’s (Ni Hsin) food and beverage arm, Blackbixon Sdn Bhd (BlackBixon), has signed a brand partnership agreement with Koperasi Tenaga dan Petroliam Berhad (KTP), a cooperative for entrepreneurs in the oil and gas (O&G) industry, to grow the market for the ‘BlackBixon’ energy coffee drink. The partnership will see BlackBixon retailing its drinks at various onshore and offshore O&G locations owned by members of KTP. This agreement will not only benefit BlackBixon through having more locations to distribute the energy coffee drink, but also benefits members of…
Avantor Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences, advanced technologies and applied materials industries, was named Best Bioprocessing Supplier in Single-Use Manufacturing at the Asia-Pacific Bioprocessing Excellence Awards 2021 held recently. The award recognizes Avantor’s contributions in facilitating biomanufacturing excellence with enhanced speed, reduced cost and superior quality, and reaffirms its critical role in biomanufacturing of biologics. Avantor was also awarded Best Company in Bioprocessing Excellence for Single-use Solutions at Biologics Manufacturing Korea 2020. Narayana Rao Rapolu, Vice President, Biopharma Asia Middle East & Africa for the Company said,…
Volcano Berhad (“VOLCANO”, Stock Code: 0232), a leading international manufacturer of nameplates and plastic injection moulded parts, successfully listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Bursa Securities”) today. Chairman of Volcano, Ms. Wong Wan Chin, said: “Aside from making the Group more visible, this IPO will also help with the expansion of Volcano. In today’s highly competitive business environment, this expansion will accelerate our move towards automation and streamline our manufacturing process to ensure sustainable growth. We seek to capitalise on our current regional presence, particularly in Thailand and Singapore, to tap into the immense business opportunities…
Sees Singapore as a huge potential growth market for online trading especially among the younger Singaporeans who are getting more savvy with investing online. Tiger Brokers Singapore, the Xiaomi-backed online trading platform, today revealed continued exponential growth and momentum among its user base in Singapore. The online and mobile-focused brokerage saw 100% growth in customer accounts for three consecutive quarters in 2020. Wu Tianhua, Chief Executive Officer of UP Fintech Holding Limited shared, “The total addressable market in Singapore is huge. The country has one of the highest rates of digitalization in the world, and a nation-wide preference for digital…
Digital Week: Northeast Asia is bringing together 2,500+ Cloud and IT professionals and 50+ renowned international speakers for a three-day event covering the region’s most exciting technological developments. From 20-22 April 2021, you can join this virtual conference for live Q-and-A sessions, expert panel discussions, and live product demonstrations. Hear insights from regional tech giants including IBM, Rakuten, Cloud Security Alliance, Coupang, HSBC, AWS, Microsoft, and many more! Each day will highlight a specific market: Korea, Japan, Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, offering a chance for local players to share their experiences and predictions for the future of their…