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ICZOOM Successfully Exhibits and Achieves Resounding Success at ELEXCON 2024 Shenzhen International Electronics Expo

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HONG KONG, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ICZOOM Group Inc. (Nasdaq: IZM) (the “Company” or “ICZOOM”), a B2B electronic component products e-commerce platform, announced that ICZOOM Participated in ELEXCON 2024 Shenzhen International Electronics Exhibition and Achieves a Successful Conclusion.

From August 27th to 29th, the ELEXCON 2024 Shenzhen International Electronics Exhibition grandly opened at the Shenzhen Futian Exhibition Center. More than 400 exhibitors participated in the exhibition. With meticulous preparation, ICZOOM attracted numerous customers to the site for consultation and negotiation, and many overseas customers also came to the site to understand our platform. Many visitors to the exhibition showed great interest in the ICZOOM. At this exhibition, ICZOOM made a comprehensive introduction and promotion to the visiting customers, attracting global traffic, and received many inquiries and intent orders, achieving good exhibition results and discovering many potential customers.

At the same time, we also invited original electronic component factory customers to our exhibition hall to share industry knowledge and related company products with us through live broadcasting.

Through this exhibition and live broadcast, both parties have gained a deeper understanding, strengthened existing cooperative relationships, and brought new opportunities for the further development of the ICZOOM.

About ICZOOM Group Inc.

ICZOOM Group Inc. (Nasdaq: IZM) is primarily engaged in sales of electronic component products to customers in Hong Kong and mainland China through its B2B e-commerce platform. These products are primarily used by China based small and medium-sized enterprises (“SMEs”) in the consumer electronic industry, Internet of Things (“IoT”), automotive electronics and industry control segments. By utilizing latest technologies, the Company’s platform collects, optimizes and presents product offering information from suppliers of all sizes, all transparent and available to its SME customers to compare and select. In addition to the sales of electronic component products, the Company also provides services to customers such as temporary warehousing, logistic and shipping, and customs clearance. For more information, please visit the Company’s website:
http://ir.iczoomex.com/index.html.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “continuing,” “ongoing,” “expect,” “we believe,” “we intend,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “could” and similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Source: ICZOOM Group Inc.

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LifeTech Scientific Corporation Announced 2024 Interim Results: International Business Increased by 30%, Net Profit Margin Attributable to Owners of the Company Reached 35.8%

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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LifeTech Scientific Corporation (the “Company” or “LifeTech”, Stock code: 1302.HK), a company specializing in minimally invasive interventional medical devices for cardio-cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular diseases, together with its subsidiaries (the “Group”) announced the consolidated results for the six months ended 30 June 2024 (the “Reporting Period”).

  • International business achieved sustained rapid growth: The revenue of the Group was approximately RMB652.8 million during the Reporting Period, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 2.1%. Overseas sales of the Group increased by approximately 29.8% as compared with the corresponding period of 2023, has maintained sustained rapid growth, showing the sound and fast development of the international business of the Group.
  • Stable profitability: Gross profit of the Group increased by approximately 2.1% year-on-year to approximately RMB515.4 million for the six months ended 30 June 2024. Gross profit margin was approximately 78.9%, being the same with the corresponding period of 2023. Excluding non-recurring items[1], net profit attributable to owners of the Company was approximately RMB233.6 million, and the net profit margin attributable to owners of the Company was approximately 35.8%, fully demonstrating the Company’s consistently stable profitability.

[1] Such non-recurring items included (i) the other gains arising from financial assets at FVTPL were approximately RMB32.9 million, and (ii) the share-based payment expenses were approximately RMB61.3 million.

International Business Achieved Significant Growth, Domestic Market Solidified Foundation for Development

In the first half of 2024, the Company steadfastly pursued its mission to meet unmet clinical treatment needs worldwide through a strategic lens focused on innovation and global outreach. During the Reporting Period, the Group has showcased its commitment by rolling out a rich product portfolio of cutting-edge technology and premium academic services, alongside the synergistic amalgamation of its expertise in branding, patents, distribution networks, clinical trials, market registration, and management of global operations. With the effective implementation of the internationalization development strategies, the Group’s international business has maintained sustained rapid growth. The revenue generated from overseas market of the Group increased by approximately 29.8% as compared with the corresponding period of 2023, which accounted for about 24.9% of the total revenue. Meanwhile, Asia (excluding China’s mainland) and Europe were the two largest overseas market of the Group, which accounted for approximately 10.9% and 10.0%, respectively.

China’s mainland remained the foundation and the largest market of the Group. During the Reporting Period, the domestic sales of the Group decreased by approximately 4.7% as compared with the corresponding period of 2023, which accounted for approximately 75.1% of the total revenue. The Group’s key products, including congenital heart disease (CHD) occluders, left atrial appendage (LAA) occluders, aortic stent grafts, and vena cava filters, have various innovation generations, maintaining the leading position in China market with wide market coverage and sound development foundation. Meanwhile, the Group took more healthy, solid and sustained business development strategies, continuously facilitating the clinical registration and commercialization of new products to actively address the changes and challenges arising in the market and the industry.

Core Business Demonstrated Development Resilience

Structure Heart Diseases (SHD) Business

The products offer by the Group in the SHD business mainly include CHD occluders and LAA occluders. The turnover contributed by the SHD business for the six months ended 30 June 2024 was approximately RMB271.2 million, representing an increase of approximately 11.2% as compared with the corresponding period of 2023. The revenue generated from the sales of LAA occluders increased by approximately 16.0%. This novel device is the Chinese branded LAA occluders with the largest market share among domestic peers in the global market. The Group is currently selling three generations of CHD occluders, aiming to satisfy various market needs through its differentiated product strategies. During the Reporting Period, the revenue generated from the sales of CHD occluders increased by approximately 6.4% as compared with the same period of 2023. The Group has a diversified product portfolio in the treatment of SHD, and continuously catering the increasing clinical needs both domestically and internationally through technology innovation and product upgrades, to further refine the sales layout in the global market.

Peripheral Vascular Diseases (PVD) Business

The Group provides global patients with technology-leading comprehensive interventional medical devices treatment of PVD, including vena cava filters, thoracic aortic aneurysm stent grafts, abdominal aortic aneurysm stent grafts and iliac artery bifurcation stent grafts. During the Reporting Period, the turnover contributed by the PVD business was approximately RMB380.7 million, representing a growth of approximately 5.0% as compared with the same period of 2023. Among these products, the market shares of vena cava filters and stent grafts occupy a leading position in the domestic market. The revenue generated from the sales of stent grafts and vena cava filters increased by approximately 5.1% and 0.9% year-on-year, respectively. The current marketed products together with pipeline products of the Group’s PVD business is expected to provide patients with unprecedented complete endovascular solutions, which could bring the Group with a long-term competitive edge in the treatment of PVD in the global market.

Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology (CPE) Business

The Group is the first domestic manufacturer in China which has a complete product portfolio of domestic implantable cardiac pacemakers with international-level technology and functions. During the Reporting Period, the turnover contributed by the CPE business was approximately RMB0.9 million, representing a year-on-year decrease of approximately 97.3%. The decrease was mainly due to the relocation of the pacemaker production line, which required re-validation of equipment and mandated a quality system assessment before the resumption of production. The Company’s implantable cardiac pacemaker compatible with magnetic resonance imaging (“MRI”) is in the domestic registration stage, which will enrich the product portfolio of the Group’s CPE business.

Innovation at the Core to Build Long-term Competitiveness

Independently developed innovative medical device products could maintain the long-term competitive strengths of the Group to support its solid and sustained development. With a robust lineup of products currently ongoing research and development, as well as under clinical trial process, the Group is at the forefront of innovation, boasting products with substantial growth potential and broad market appeal. The strategic approach makes the Group could able to overcome future challenges head-on in the healthcare industry and benefit from its independent innovation in the long run. During the Reporting Period, research and development expenses of the Group was approximately RMB139.9 million, and the Group have achieved the following milestones: 

Product Commercialization in Progress

  • DiAcu™ Single Use Endobronchial Ultrasound Aspiration Needle and Distal Access Catheter Kits have obtained the National Medical Products Administration (“NMPA”) certification;
  • HeartR™ PDA Occluder, Cera™ PDA Occluder and CeraFlex™ PDA Closure System have obtained the CE MDR (Medical Device Regulation) certification. Such products have previously obtained the CE MDD (Medical Device Directive) certification;
  • Aortic Stent Graft System (consists of the Ankura™Pro Aortic Stent Graft System and Longuette™ Aortic Branch Stent Graft System), Aortic Arch Stent Graft System (consists of the Ankura™ Plus Aortic Arch Stent Graft System and CSkirt™ Aortic Arch Branch Stent Graft System), Peripheral Balloon Dilatation Catheter (Large diameter), Futhrough™ Endovascular Needle System, Balloon Guided Catheter, Affistent™Tracheal Stent System, Disposable Vacuum Aspiration Pump and Intracranial Aspiration Catheter are pending registration approval in China;
  • Fitaya™Vena Cava Filter System is under registration approval of CE certification;
  • Thoracoabdominal Artery Stent Graft System (consists of the G-Branch™Thoracoabdominal Aortic Stent Graft System, SilverFlow™PV Peripheral Vascular Stent Graft System and Aortic Extension Stent Graft System) have completed its one-year clinical follow-up in China and are working on the clinical summary report;
  • CS™ Concave Supra-arch  Branched Stent-Graft System, Cera™ PFO Occluder and Cinenses™ Lung Volume Reduction Reverser System are currently at the stage of the pre-registration clinical enrollment in China;
  • X-Clip™ Mitral Value Clip System and X-Clip™ Steerable Guide System are at the stage of the pre-registration clinical preparation in China;
  • IBS Titan™ Sirolimus-Eluting Iron Bioresorbable Peripheral Scaffold System is currently at the stage of clinical enrollment in Europe, its CE registration application has been submitted; and
  • IBS Sirolimus-Eluting Iron Bioresorbable Coronary Scaffold System of the phase II and III clinical study are at the stage of the clinical follow-up, and its CE registration application has been submitted.

Intellectual Property Rights

Intellectual property is an internal driving force to improve our core competitiveness in the medical device market. As at 30 June 2024, the Group had filed a total of 2,198 valid patent applications, of which 1,008 patents were registered and valid.

The Chairman and CEO of LifeTech, Mr. XIE Yuehui Said:

In the first half of 2024, our steadfast commitment in research and development, network expansion, production and quality control, as well as internal management ensured a stable business operation, and further solidified our market foundation, demonstrating a strong resilience for development. Especially, we achieved a sustained rapid growth in the overseas market, making the internationalization level of our business ahead of domestic peers.

Looking ahead, we will continue to focus on the two core development strategies of innovation and internationalization, and leverage innovation to invigorate the robust business dynamics in the global market. We could benefit from the promising growth opportunities in the global market, and the company is expected to occupy a higher market share in the future, providing more and more patients around the world with our novel devices and related therapies. Simultaneously, LifeTech intends to proactively identify and capture new opportunities for development, integrate and leverage beneficial resources from both inside and outside of the Company, to expedite the attainment of our strategic ambitions in the global healthcare industry, creating greater value for patients, doctors, shareholders, and other stakeholders.

About LifeTech Scientific Corporation:

Established in 1999 in Shenzhen, China, LifeTech Scientific Corporation (Stock Code: 1302.HK) is committed to the R&D, manufacture, and sales of minimally invasive interventional medical devices for cardio-cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular diseases. The Company provides patients with innovative solutions in the treatment of structural heart diseases, peripheral vascular diseases, and bradycardia, and the Company also expands its business scope in respiratory interventional business and neuro interventional business. Moreover, the Company has the world-first innovative iron-based bioabsorbable material technology platform. With the core strategy of innovation and internationalization, the market share of main products of the Company are keeping leading position in the home country, and the Company has established 7 subsidiaries outside mainland China, with network penetration in nearly 120 countries and regions around the world.

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Pierre Fabre Laboratories receives European Commission Approval for BRAFTOVI®(encorafenib) in combination with MEKTOVI® (binimetinib) for the treatment of adult patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with a BRAFV600E mutation

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  • European approval is based on results from the Phase II PHAROS trial, which showed a meaningful clinical benefit to BRAFV600E mutated advanced NSCLC patients with an objective response rate (ORR) of 75% in treatment-naïve patients and 46% in previously treated patients.[1-3] The safety profile is consistent with that observed in the approved metastatic melanoma indication.[1]
  • The approval follows a positive opinion issued on July 25 by the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA)

CASTRES, France, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pierre Fabre Laboratories announced today that the European Commission (EC) has approved BRAFTOVI® (encorafenib) in combination with MEKTOVI® (binimetinib) for the treatment of adult patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with a BRAFV600E mutation. The approval is based on the results from the Phase II PHAROS trial, a global, open-label, multicentre, non-randomised trial to determine the efficacy and safety of BRAFTOVI® + MEKTOVI® in treatment-naïve and previously treated patients with BRAFV600E mutant metastatic NSCLC.[1]

“We are pleased to be able to extend the treatment of BRAFTOVI® (encorafenib) in combination with MEKTOVI® (binimetinib) to adult patients with advanced NSCLC with a BRAFV600E mutation in Europe” said Eric Ducournau, Chief Executive Officer of Pierre Fabre Laboratories. “There are currently limited targeted treatment options for BRAFV600E mutant NSCLC patients, so this approval is a significant milestone as BRAFTOVI® + MEKTOVI® will give patients the option of an additional effective targeted therapy.”

The EC decision, following a positive opinion from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) issued on 25 July, is based on the results from the Phase II PHAROS trial.[1-3] At primary analysis (cut-off date: September 22, 2022), the primary endpoint of the trial (objective response rate [ORR] determined by independent radiology review [IRR]) was met. In the treatment-naïve population (n=59), the ORR was 75% (95% CI: 62, 85), including 15% complete responses (CRs) and 59% partial responses (PRs).[1-3] Updated results with an additional 10-month follow-up showed that 64% of patients maintained a response for at least 12 months, with a median duration of response (mDOR) per IRR of 40 months (95% CI: 23.1, not estimable [NE]).[2,3]*

CONTACT: Laurence MARCHAL, laurence.marchal@pierre-fabre.com

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Jacobio Out-licensed KRAS G12C Inhibitor Glecirasib and SHP2 Inhibitor JAB-3312 to Allist in China

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BEIJING and SHANGHAI and BOSTON, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Jacobio Pharma (1167.HK), a clinical-stage oncology company focusing on undruggable targets, today announced that it has granted the China rights (including mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) of KRAS G12C inhibitor glecirasib and SHP2 inhibitor JAB-3312 to Shanghai Allist Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd (688578.SH).

According to the terms of the agreement, Jacobio shall receive around RMB200 million in the near term, which includes an upfront payment of RMB150 million, and around RMB50 million of compensation for research and development expenses and other payments. Additionally, the potential milestone payments upon achieving certain development, regulatory and commercial milestones are up to RMB700 million. Jacobio is also entitled to receive tiered double-digit royalty payments on net sales of glecirasib and JAB-3312 from Allist, among which the royalty payments on net sales of JAB-3312 is up to 20%. The above amount includes value-added tax. Allist will be responsible for the commercialization of glecirasib and JAB-3312 in China and pay the subsequent clinical development costs in China. This marks that Jacobio has officially entered the commercialization stage, and the research and development of SHP2 has also ushered in a new milestone.

Dr. Yinxiang Wang (right) and Mr. Jinxiang Du (left) at signing ceremony.
Dr. Yinxiang Wang (right) and Mr. Jinxiang Du (left) at signing ceremony.

Dr. Wang Yinxiang, Chairman and CEO of Jacobio, said: “We are delighted to reach this cooperation with Allist. Allist has strong commercialization capabilities in the field of lung cancer, and the first indication for glecirasib submitted the new drug application is lung cancer. We believe that with the deep fit of the advantages of both parties, this collaboration will demonstrate great clinical and commercial value. In addition to the cooperation with glecirasib, Allist also licensed-in the SHP2 inhibitor JAB-3312, which is the first SHP2 inhibitor entering a registrational trial globally. It is expected to become a first-line therapy in combo with glecirasib, which reflects Allist’s foresight into the future of pipelines. We also look forward to jointly accelerating the development and commercialization of the two products to meet the clinical needs of more patients. “

Jinhao Du, the Chairman and general manger of Allist, said: “we are please to cooperate  with Jacobio, and the cooperation will surely benefit the growth of both companies. For many years, Allist has taken ‘Technology Cares for Life’ as our corporate mission, focusing on scientific exploration and drug development in the field of cancer therapies, and is committed to developing and introducing superior pipelines consisting of best-in-class and first-in-class drugs. While we successfully independently developed and launched furmonertinib, we have built a commercial team that focuses on lung cancer, has professional academic promotion capabilities, and has a wide sales channel coverage. Since its launch, furmonertinib has achieved remarkable sales performance. Jacobio is a very outstanding innovative biotech company that has successfully developed and promoted a number of excellent products with great clinical value, including the KRAS G12C inhibitor glecirasib and the SHP2 inhibitor JAB-3312. We are very optimistic about the clinical advantages and market prospects of these two products. In this cooperation, Allist will give full play to its advantages in clinical development and commercialization capabilities to benefit more Chinese patients and create value for both companies.”

The new drug application for glecirasib monotherapy for second-line non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with KRAS G12C mutation was granted priority review on May 21, 2024. In December 2022, it was granted breakthrough therapy designation (BTD) Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for the second-line and above treatment of patients with advanced or metastatic NSCLC with KRAS G12C mutation. In April 2024, the data of the pivotal Phase II study of glecirasib published by Jacobio in the ASCO Plenary Series showed that in patients with second-line NSCLC, the confirmed objective response rate (cORR) was 47.9% (56/117), including 4 patients achieved a complete response (CR) and 36 patients with tumor reduction exceeding 50%. Disease control rate (DCR) was 86.3%. The median progression-free survival (mPFS) was 8.2 months, and median overall survival (mOS) was 13.6 months.

The first patient dosed in the Phase III clinical trial of KRAS G12C inhibitor glecirasib and SHP2 inhibitor JAB-3312 versus standard care (chemotherapy and anti-PD-1 antibody) in front-line KRAS G12C mutant NSCLC in August 2024. According to the Phase I/IIa data presented at the ASCO Annual Meeting, the optimal dose group was glecirasib at 800mg daily combined with JAB-3312 at 2mg daily one week on and one week off. The cORR of the optimal dose group was 77.4% (24/31), and 54.8% (17/31) of patients achieved a deep response with tumors shrinking by more than 50%. Regarding on the safety data, among the 194 all-dosage patients, the incidence of grade 3 or 4 treatment-related adverse events (TRAE) was 43.8%, and there was no treatment-related death. The overall safety is manageable.

In addition, the pivotal studies of glecirasib monotherapy for second-line or above pancreatic cancer, glecirasib monotherapy and in combination with cetuximab for colorectal cancer with are also undergoing. In terms of pancreatic cancer, in April 2024, glecirasib was granted orphan drug designation from Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for pancreatic cancer indications; in August 2023, it was granted BTD by CDE of NMPA for the treatment of second-line or above pancreatic cancer patients with KRAS G12C mutations. The combination of glecirasib and cetuximab for the treatment of colorectal cancer was approved for registrational phase III clinical trial in China in May 2024.

About Glecirasib
Glecirasib is a KRAS G12C inhibitor developed by Jacobio. A number of clinical trials of glecirasib are currently ongoing in China, the United States and Europe for patients with advanced solid tumors harboring KRAS G12C mutation. These include combination therapy trials with SHP2 inhibitor JAB-3312 in NSCLC and with cetuximab in colorectal cancer. The pancreatic cancer indication has obtained orphan drug designation in the United States and breakthrough therapy designation in China.

About JAB-3312
JAB-3312 is a highly selective SHP2 allosteric inhibitor with best-in-class potential. Jacobio is currently conducting clinical trials of JAB-3312 in monotherapy and combination therapies with glecirasib and other agents in China, the United States and Europe. The phase III study in combination with KRAS G12C inhibitor glecirasib has been approved by China CDE in Feb 2024.

About Jacobio
Jacobio Pharma (1167.HK) is committed to developing and providing new and innovative products and solutions. Our pipeline revolves around novel molecular targets on six major signalling pathways: KRAS, immune checkpoints, tumor metabolism, P53, RB and MYC. We aim for our key projects to be among the top three in the world. Our vision is to become a global leader recognized for our impact in drug R&D together with our partners. Jacobio has R&D centers in Beijing, Shanghai and Boston with our Induced Allosteric Drug Discovery Platform (IADDP) and our iADC Platform.

About Allist
Shanghai Allist Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd, founded in March, 2004, is an innovative pharmaceutical company with a fully integrated system for research and development, manufacturing, and commercialization of novel oncology drugs with a purpose to meet with medical needs across the globe. In accordance with its development concept “Advancing Long Life with Innovation of Science and Technology”, Allist is dedicated to self-develop First-in-class and Best-in-class drug candidates. After 20 years of endeavor, Allist has successfully developed and received approvals of two innovative drugs by its own. On December 2nd, 2020, Shanghai Allist Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. was officially listed on the Science and Technology Innovation Board of the Shanghai Stock Exchange (stock number: 688578).

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Where are low-cost airlines cutting back now? New planes

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JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines airplanes proceed to gates after landing at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, New Jersey on May 30, 2024.

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Airlines that spent years clamoring for new jets are changing their tune.

Cash-strapped, low-cost and deep discounter airlines are putting off spending billions of dollars on new aircraft to save money as they try to return to steady profitability and face the impact of engine repairs.

Airlines flooded the U.S. with flights this year, driving down fares particularly in the domestic market, where low-cost carriers concentrate, and weighing on carriers’ revenue while costs have gone up. Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways and Frontier Airlines last posted annual profits in 2019, while larger carriers have returned to profitability.

Lower prices on plane tickets are noticeable: Fare-tracker Hopper estimates “good deal” airfare in September is going for $240 for roundtrip U.S. domestic flights, down 8% from last year.

Now, some of those same airlines are dialing back their growth plans and deferring deliveries of new aircraft. The bulk of the price of an airplane is paid upon delivery.

“You have too much supply, so it’s natural for us as an industry to reduce the supply,” Frontier CEO Barry Biffle said. Frontier earlier this month said it is is deferring 54 Airbus aircraft to at least 2029.

Part of the problem is that years of aircraft delivery delays mean carriers don’t want to add too many planes too quickly, Biffle said.

“Because they delayed a bunch, [the order] got piled up,” he said. “So we had to smooth that out”

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Frontier’s revenue rose 1% from last year in the second quarter despite carrying 17% more passengers, with average fare revenue falling 16% to just shy of $40.

JetBlue Airways is estimating it will save about $3 billion by deferring 44 Airbus A321 airplanes through 2029, opting to extend some aircraft leases. The New York carrier posted a surprise profit in the second quarter but is scrambling to reduce its costs through the deferrals and steps like exiting unprofitable routes — and it wants to do that quickly.

The airline and others are also grappling with grounded jets from a Pratt & Whitney engine recall.

Deferring so many aircraft even while the carrier is short on planes because of the engine recall is a “double-edged sword,” JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty said in a note to employees on Aug. 19.

“We need planes to grow, but taking delivery of aircraft that end up sitting on the ground after we’ve paid for them significantly worsens the problem,” she said. “In addition, given our growing debt, we just can’t afford to buy so many planes.”

Spirit Airlines — which had planned to get acquired by JetBlue until a judge blocked the deal in January — has also deferred aircraft as it fights to turn the company’s deep losses around.

Spirit earlier this month reported an 11% drop in revenue and a $192 million loss, compared with a roughly $2 million loss a year earlier, and said it would furlough some 240 pilots in the coming weeks. The airline has been especially hard hit by the Pratt & Whitney engine recall.

The airline said it was deferring all the Airbus planes it has on order from the second quarter of next year through the end of 2026 until at least 2030.

Aircraft leasing firm AerCap said earlier this month that it will assume 36 of Spirit’s Airbus A320neo family aircraft from the carrier’s order book. CEO Gus Kelly called it a “win-win” transaction for the airline and AerCap.

Airbus, Boeing jets still hot items

Even with the moves from low-cost carriers, most of the global airline industry is still in a scarcity mindset, with new fuel-efficient planes in short supply.

Lease rates for new Airbus A320s and the larger A321s hit fresh average records in July of $385,000 a month, and $430,000 a month, respectively, according to Eddy Pieniazek, head of advisory at aviation consulting firm Ishka. Meanwhile, leases for new Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft, the most common model, are near a record at $375,000 a month, Pieniazek said.

Airlines can buy aircraft directly from suppliers or lease them from companies like Air Lease or AerCap, paying monthly rent. Some airlines, like Frontier, have been active in sale-leasebacks, in which they sell planes to generate cash and lease them back.

The first U.S.-made Airbus jetliner moves down the assembly line at the company’s factory in Mobile, Alabama, U.S. on September 13, 2015. Picture taken on September 13, 2015.

Alwyn Scott | Reuters

Boeing and Airbus, the world’s two main suppliers of commercial aircraft, are struggling to increase output as a post-Covid hangover lingers in the form of skilled worker shortages and supply shortfalls. Airbus recently cut its delivery target for the year, while Boeing is limited from ramping up output as it tries to work through a safety crisis.

Despite the deferrals from budget airlines, an Airbus spokeswoman said the company isn’t seeing any slowdown in demand for airplanes in the A320 family, for which it has more than 7,000 unfilled orders. Boeing has nearly 4,200 orders for its competing 737 Max planes.

“We offer a full range of aircraft to meet our customers’ needs and maximize their flexibility with fleet decisions,” the Airbus spokeswoman said in a statement.

But airlines are feeling the strain. Executives have said delayed deliveries of new planes have forced them to slow, if not halt, hiring and other growth plans.

“We are urgently and deliberately pursuing opportunities to mitigate cost pressures, including the drag from overstaffing related to previously reported Boeing delivery delays,” Southwest Airlines CFO Tammy Romo said on an earnings call last month. The all-Boeing 737 airline has offered some staff voluntary leave programs.

When asked about Southwest’s fleet plans, Romo said the airline has “a lot of flexibility with our order book from Boeing. Boeing didn’t comment for this article.

“We’re not ready yet to lay out all of our plans,” Romo said, adding that the company would provide more details at a Sept. 26 investor day. “But we have ample flexibility to reflow the order book to ultimately meet our needs.”

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Yili Maintains Its Spot as Asia’s Top Dairy Company and Global Top Five Player

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AMSTERDAM, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — After earning the title of the world’s most valuable dairy brand, according to a new report released by Brand Finance on August 20, Yili has once again secured its spot among the global top five on Rabobank’s annual Global Dairy Top 20 list, which was released on August 26. It also marks the 11th consecutive year that Yili has maintained its dominance as Asia’s leading dairy company. Yili remains the sole Asian dairy brand to break into the global top five.

Yili maintains its spot as Asia’s top dairy company and a global top five player
Yili maintains its spot as Asia’s top dairy company and a global top five player

Rabobank’s annual Global Dairy Top 20 list ranks the world’s leading dairy companies based on their sales and financial performance. It’s one of the most influential rankings within the dairy industry. This year, competition has intensified, leading to significant changes in the rankings. Less than half of the companies have maintained their previous positions, and seven have slipped in the rankings. One dairy company has even fallen out of the top 20 altogether.

Yili has continued to strengthen its leading edge by expanding its global value chains. The company has achieved 31 consecutive years of steady revenue growth, cementing its position as one of the world’s top five dairy companies and maintaining its undisputed leadership in the Asian dairy market. In 2023, the company reported a total revenue of 126.179 billion yuan and a net profit of 10.429 billion yuan, surpassing previous records. This growth was driven by the company’s commitment to quality, innovation, digitalization, and operational efficiency, as well as strategic adjustments to its product portfolio and sales model. Yili’s performance in overseas markets has been very impressive. Its sub-brands Cremo and Joyday have gained popularity in Southeast Asia, and the company has made inroads into the African market. Overall, Yili’s international revenue increased by a substantial 10.08% year-over-year, with products sold in over 60 countries and regions. This growth is a testament to the increasing consumer demand for Yili’s products worldwide. In the first quarter of 2024, Yili reported a total revenue of 32.577 billion yuan and a net profit of 5.923 billion yuan.

Rabobank’s report points out that the global dairy market has remained on an upward trajectory, and dairy companies are adjusting their strategies to maintain growth momentum. As one of the world’s top five dairy companies and Asia’s largest, Yili is at the forefront of driving high-quality development within the industry. Its commitment to high-quality development has not only contributed to its steady growth but has also propelled it closer to its vision of becoming a globally trusted provider of healthy food.

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Brand Finance Confirms Yili’s Position as World’s Most Valuable Dairy Brand for Fifth Consecutive Year

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HOHHOT, China, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Yili has been recognized as the world’s most valuable dairy brand for the fifth consecutive year, according to Brand Finance’s 2024 rankings released on August 20.

Brand Finance Confirms Yili’s Position as World’s Most Valuable Dairy Brand for Fifth Consecutive Year
Brand Finance Confirms Yili’s Position as World’s Most Valuable Dairy Brand for Fifth Consecutive Year

The rankings are based on a comprehensive evaluation of corporate financials, customer sentiment, and future prospects. Widely recognized for objectivity and professionalism, Brand Finance’s rankings are a global benchmark for brand valuation. Yili has held the top spot on Brand Finance’s list of the world’s top 10 most valuable dairy brands since 2019. Its robust financial performance and commitment to innovation and sustainability have been key factors in its continued dominance. Yili has once again secured its top position in the 2024 rankings.

As we all know, commercial success is the cornerstone of building a strong corporate brand. In today’s rapidly changing global landscape, Yili has maintained its position as a market leader and achieve consistent growth in total revenue for 31 consecutive years by leveraging its competitive advantages across the entire value chain. According to its latest financial report, Yili set a new record in 2023 with a total revenue of 126.179 billion yuan. International expansion is rapidly becoming a key driver of Yili’s growth, with overseas revenue increasing by 10.08% year-over-year in 2023.

Leveraging its cutting-edge technology and industry-leading innovation capabilities, Yili continues to introduce groundbreaking products that cater to consumers’ growing demand for high-quality, nutritious, and functional foods. Recent examples include AMBPOMIAL Active Probiotic Yogurt, Satine Active Lactoferrin Organic Pure Milk, SHUHUA AnTangJian Sugar Control Lactose-Free Milk, XinHuo and QingMu flavored dietary formula milk powder, Jinlingguan New Generation Infant Formula Milk Powder, Xujinhuan Low GI Ice Cream, and Ausnutria Dairy’s nutritional and health products. These innovative offerings have been popular with consumers.

Yili is accelerating the digitalization of its entire supply chain. At partner ranches, the Yili Smart Ranch big data platform provides real-time data on productivity, activity levels, and sleep patterns of cows. Production facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art automation systems, including robots, driverless vehicles, and robotic arms, enabling fully automated operations from raw milk to warehousing of finished products. In the consumer market, digitalization is guiding product distribution and marketing strategies, enhancing the overall customer experience. Through years of innovation, Yili has evolved from a traditional manufacturer into a leader in smart manufacturing, with digitalization continuously boosting its brand vitality.

As noted in the Brand Finance report, Yili’s robust financial performance and its dual-engine strategy of innovation and digitization have ensured the continued growth of its brand value.

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Hilton Saigon Unveils Elevated Dining Experiences with Residence Eleven Restaurant and Song Bar

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Perched on the top floors of Hilton Saigon, these venues offer stunning river views, exquisite cuisines and a chic atmosphere that redefines dining in the city

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hilton Saigon today unveils its highly anticipated Chinese restaurant, Residence Eleven restaurant and rooftop bar, Song Bar. Offering panoramic views of the Saigon River and the vibrant cityscape, Residence Eleven and Song Bar are poised to become iconic dining destinations in the city. Boasting modern, luxurious design, guests can enjoy refined Chinese cuisine and innovative cocktails in a sophisticated ambience.

Song Bar - A Symphony of Elegance from the Rooftop
Song Bar – A Symphony of Elegance from the Rooftop

“The introduction of Residence Eleven and Song Bar reflects our commitment to elevating and enriching the experience for our guests,” said Andrew Nisbet, General Manager of Hilton Saigon. “I am confident that these new additions will become standout features, attracting not only international visitors but also local residents. Residence Eleven will offer modern Chinese cuisine in a luxurious setting, while Song Bar is a perfect place for gathering and enjoy city’s panoramic views. We invite everyone to join us in discovering these remarkable new experiences on the 39th and 40th floors of Hilton Saigon.”

Residence Eleven – A Masterpiece of Contemporary Chinese Art and Cuisine

Nestled on the 39th floor of the Hilton Saigon, Residence Eleven Restaurant is a sanctuary of culinary artistry. The restaurant’s design draws inspiration from classic Beijing heritage houses and contemporary Chinese aesthetics, and features lacquer and watercolor artwork, as well as bold Chinese carvings in its décor.

At the heart of the restaurant is its signature wood fired oven, a culinary centerpiece that promises to elevate the art of roasting to new heights. Guests can expect perfectly roasted meats with a smoky depth of flavor and texture that can only be achieved with wood-fired cooking. Residence Eleven’s menu also comprises classic Chinese dishes, such as Peking duck and dim sum, as well as creative fusion dishes, including Bird’s Nest and Crab Soup, stir-fried Australian lobster prepared Hong Kong style, and steamed Leopard Coral Grouper. Each dish is a celebration of the traditional and the contemporary, embodying the essence of Southern Chinese culinary heritage.

Oenophiles can also delight in the restaurant’s meticulously curated wine collection, which features a library of complex and storied Old-World wines and bolder selections from the New World.

Residence Eleven opens for dinner from 17:30 to 22:00 daily. Hilton Honors members can enjoy up to 25% discount on meals and drinks. For reservations, contact https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/residenceeleven

Song Bar  A Symphony of Elegance from the Rooftop

Located on the highest floor of Hilton Saigon, Song Bar encompasses wraparound views of the city skyline through its floor-to-ceiling windows, offering spectacular sunset views for its guests. The bar’s interior is a blend of oriental and contemporary design with rich wood panelling, plush velvet seating and striking statement lights.

The menu showcases a sophisticated collection of fine wines and innovative cocktails, with each concoction carefully crafted with local ingredients to reflect a sense of place. These include East Meet West, which is a harmonious blend of flavours that seamlessly bridges the culinary traditions of the East and the West. Or guests can enjoy the Tequila-infused Saigon Opera House cocktail, inspired by the iconic Saigon Opera House. This creation infuses the vibrant spirit of Saigon with a twist of tequila, offering a unique and unforgettable taste experience.

Guests can also enjoy DJ performance every Thursday to Saturday, from 21:00 to midnight as well as a refined menu of bar bites.

Song Bar opens from 16:00 to midnight daily. Hilton Honors members can enjoy up to 25% discount on meals and drinks. For booking, contact +84 (28) 38237979, email SGNHI_Songbar@hilton.com, or visit our website for more information https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sgnhihi-hilton-saigon/dining/ 

Hilton Saigon is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 22 distinct hotel brands. Members who book directly on the hotel’s website will have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount, free standard Wi-Fi and the Hilton Honors app.

For hi-res images of Residence Eleven Restaurant, please click HERE

For hi-res images of Song Bar, please click HERE

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Song Bar hosted HoSkar Night HCMC, brought by WeHub in middle of July 2024, in partnership with Savills Hotels. Recognized as the premier networking platform in the region, HoSkar Night is designed for professionals in the hospitality and real estate sectors to connect with real estate developers, hotel owners, designers, hotel general managers, senior industry leaders, technology specialists, culinary innovators, and forward-thinking business entrepreneurs. HoSkar Night includes two sessions. HoSkar Talk, where key industry leaders will share market information and discuss trends, is only open to real estate developers and hotel owners. The HoSkar networking session, the largest networking event in Asia.

WeHub is one of the most vibrant hospitality and real estate communities in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. WeHub was founded with the vision to connect businesses, people and ideas. The platform offers the latest trends and insights while facilitating business connections within the real estate and hospitality industries through various activities, including Meet The Experts conferences (MTE), HoSkar Night networking events, SIF Masterclasses, and WeTalk private meetings for lead generation.

About Hilton Saigon

Hilton Saigon joins a portfolio of 14 trading and pipeline Hilton hotels in Vietnam. Hilton Saigon brings a fresh, inviting and sophisticated encounter where guests can find true relaxation and pursue meaningful work and connections, all while basking in the energy of the local people, culture, cityscape and experience. The spirit for local is embraced through a profound love and insider’s knowledge on the city’s best gems. It is a prime destination that also has the discerning guests in mind, curating an environment that remarkably balances a calming, yet lively and lighthearted aura, with thoughtfully designed restaurants, bars, meeting venues and accommodations that present a panoramic river and dynamic city view. 

Hilton Saigon is located at 11 Me Linh Square, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. For more information, travelers may visit www.hiltonsaigon.com.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,800 properties and more than 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 195 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts 

For over a century, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests’ evolving needs. With more than 600 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Experience a positive stay at Hilton Hotels & Resorts by booking at hiltonhotels.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Hilton Hotels & Resorts at stories.hilton.com/hhr, and follow the brand on Facebook, X and Instagram.

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Pudu Robotics to Unveil New Product at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2024 in Australia

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SYDNEY, Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pudu Robotics, a global leader in service robotics sector, is excited to make a return appearance at the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2024 in Australia. This prestigious annual cleaning and hygiene exhibition will take place from September 11 to 12, 2024, at the International Convention Centre Sydney. Pudu Robotics will be showcasing its latest innovations at Booth 246, Hall 6.

Pudu Robotics to Unveil New Product at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2024 in Australia
Pudu Robotics to Unveil New Product at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2024 in Australia

This marks Pudu Robotics’ second appearance at the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo, following a previously successful exhibition that received widespread praise for the company’s innovative products and solutions. At the 2024 expo, Pudu Robotics will once again present a range of highly efficient and intelligent cleaning robot products, including the award-winning PUDU CC1 and the newly upgraded PUDU SH1. Additionally, attendees will be the first to witness the debut of an exciting new product, highlighting the company’s advanced technological prowess and promising to be a major highlight of the event.

Pudu Robotics warmly invites all attendees to visit Booth 246, Hall 6, to experience firsthand the latest and most intelligent cleaning products. Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with the robots, observe their streamlined and efficient cleaning capabilities in action, and engage directly with Pudu Robotics’ expert team to gain in-depth insights into product performance and application scenarios.

A highlight of this year’s event will be the unveiling of Pudu Robotics’ new product, scheduled for September 11 at 11:00 am at the booth. During this session, Pudu Robotics’ technical experts will showcase the innovative features and unique benefits of this highly anticipated addition to the product lineup, demonstrating its potential to set new standards in the industry.

Committed to enhancing human productivity and living standards through advanced robot technology, Pudu Robotics is excited to share its latest achievements with customers, partners, and industry leaders at the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2024. The event will also serve as a platform to explore future trends in the cleaning industry.

Mark your calendars for September 11-12 at the International Convention Centre Sydney, Hall 6 Booth 246. Pudu Robotics is excited to welcome you!

About Pudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics, a global leader in the service robotics sector, is dedicated to enhancing human productivity and living standards through innovative robot technology. With a focus on R&D, manufacturing, and sales of service robots, Pudu Robotics holds nearly a thousand authorized patents worldwide, encompassing a wide range of core technologies. The company’s robots have been widely adopted in various industries, including dining, retail, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, education and manufacturing. To date, Pudu Robotics has successfully shipped nearly 80,000 units to a variety of markets, with a presence in more than 60 countries and regions worldwide. For more information on business developments and updates, follow PUDU on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram.

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