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Platform Launch and Scenario Deployment Accelerate Commercialisation
In June 2026, the Company officially launched its enterprise‑grade intelligent agent development platform “VocSageX”. Built on the “Voicecomm Brain” foundation, the platform integrates large language models and knowledge graphs, and embodies a three‑tier architecture of “multimodal perception, multi‑model reasoning, and multi‑agent collaboration”, enabling enterprises to build customised agents with low entry barriers. It natively incorporates compliance mechanisms including data isolation, permission controls, log auditing, and content review, meeting the stringent requirements of sectors such as finance, government affairs, and healthcare.

Based on this platform, a number of benchmark projects have been delivered across key verticals:

Transportation – Revenue from the transportation segment grew 73.6% year‑on‑year. The Company won the bid for the smart port autonomous driving shuttle project at Ezhou Huahu Airport, Asia’s first dedicated cargo hub airport, which was delivered in April 2026. Previously, at the Mianyang National Autonomous Driving Testing Base, the Company had accumulated over 209,000 km of operation with six regular routes. This project marked the successful expansion of its autonomous driving capabilities from urban roads to airport hubs.

Healthcare – The segment achieved breakthrough growth. The Company secured the nearly RMB 300 million “South Sichuan Smart Valley” Silver Economy project in Neijiang, Sichuan – its first city‑level flagship project in the “AI+elderly care” space. Adopting a closed‑loop model combining “online platforms+offline service networks+in‑home terminals”, it aims to build a “15‑minute elderly care service circle”, laying a foundation for nationwide replication.

Government Affairs – Revenue from the government segment rose 25.7% year‑on‑year. Together with Chongqing Telecom, the Company built the “Yuzhenan” integrated earthquake prevention and disaster mitigation platform, aggregating data from 774 seismic stations and 35 categories of cross‑departmental government information. The platform delivers end‑to‑end intelligent services covering second‑level early warnings, minute‑level rapid reporting, rapid disaster assessment, and emergency command support. To date, the Company’s government agent has been deployed in over 130 prefecture‑level cities, serving more than 170 million people.

Finance – Revenue remained broadly flat year‑on‑year, holding steady. The “Financial Services Agent” operates as a 24/7 “digital employee” across channels such as telephone banking, autonomously handling transaction processing, precision marketing, identity verification, customer notifications, and business consultations. It also provides AI‑powered training by simulating real‑world business scenarios, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency for financial institutions.

Telecommunications – Revenue from the telecom segment jumped 124.1% year‑on‑year, driven by continued deepening of cooperation with telecom operators and partners. The “Telecom Services Agent” serves as an intelligent middle platform that empowers operators by autonomously understanding and predicting users’ multi‑scenario communication and management needs, delivering high‑intelligence services at lower deployment and maintenance costs, while jointly exploring new commercial scenarios with operators.

Energy – The Company delivered a user‑side electricity sales decision support system in Qinghai. Leveraging an intelligent algorithm library, it enables multi‑period spot price and load forecasting, supports diversified trading strategy generation, and forms a closed loop covering data collection, market analysis, volume/price forecasting, trading decisions, and settlement management – demonstrating the ability to build end‑to‑end AI decision systems in complex vertical industries.

Technological Innovation and Ecosystem Partnership Strengthen Industry Position
On the technology front, the Company’s joint lab with Shanghai Jiao Tong University saw its ReSON method accepted at ICASSP 2026, a top international conference on speech signal processing; its proprietary product “Zhitu” obtained Huawei Ascend certification; and it received the First Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress from the Shanghai Computer Society, was named among Wuhan’s first batch of leading AI enterprises, and was listed in Forbes China AI Top 50 for the third consecutive year – the only conversational AI company selected.

In terms of ecosystem, the Company signed a strategic partnership with IT Park Dushanbe in Tajikistan in May 2026 to establish a “Digital Talent Innovation Centre”, expanding into Central Asian markets. It also signed a cooperation agreement with Huawei Cloud to jointly advance the development of a trustworthy AI and industry agent ecosystem.

Strategic Outlook: Platform‑Driven, Focusing on Three Core Leaps
Going forward, the Company remains committed to its positioning as a “full‑stack trustworthy AI operator with city‑scale delivery capabilities”. Driven by the”VocSageX”platform as its core engine, it will pursue three major strategic leaps: embed security and compliance into a standardised “trust foundation” on the technology side; accelerate the transformation from project‑based delivery to platform‑based operations on the product side; and rapidly replicate the end‑to‑end capabilities from benchmark projects to similar cities and industries on the market side, while leveraging Central Asia as a springboard to expand into Belt and Road markets. Through the virtuous cycle of technology and commercialisation, the Company will continue to solidify its competitive advantages and create long‑term value for customers, shareholders, and society.

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The Global Head of Financial Services, FinTech and Sustainability at InvestHK, Mr King Leung, said the convergence of three far-reaching global trends has created unprecedented opportunities for Chinese green technology companies to enter international markets.

The first is geopolitical volatility. Conflict in the Middle East disrupted critical oil supply chains and sent energy prices into sharp fluctuation, prompting governments and companies to accelerate the energy transition and diversify supply risk. The second is the AI wave, whose immense computing demands are driving a staggering appetite for electricity and spurring rapid innovation across the entire ecosystem, from data centres and energy storage facilities to clean energy technologies. The third is extreme heat: this summer’s unprecedented heat waves pushed temperatures in parts of Europe above 40°C, prompting Eurostar to announce that its next generation of trains must be equipped with air-conditioning systems capable of operating at 55°C to meet operating demands in the decades ahead.

“Green technology and sustainability carry lower geopolitical sensitivity than many other sectors and remain a blue-ocean field with vast untapped potential,” said Leung. “Against this backdrop, mainland enterprises have built formidable competitive advantages across energy storage, solar power, wind energy, circular economy solutions, electric vehicles and hydrogen technologies — in both technical sophistication and cost competitiveness. This is a window for them to showcase their technology, brands and even Chinese green standards to the world, and Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to help transform these strengths into international growth opportunities.”

Morgan Stanley’s 2026 Sustainable Signals survey shows that 92 percent of individual investors worldwide have an interest in sustainable investing, a figure that continues to reach new highs, underscoring how firmly sustainability has secured its place among the most closely watched investment themes globally.

Leung noted that Hong Kong’s role as a “super-connector” and “super value-adder” has become increasingly vital in helping mainland enterprises navigate international expansion. “Hong Kong provides far more than capital. From identifying untapped markets and matching the right enterprises with the right destinations and strategic partners, to building relationships and providing sustained support, we connect enterprises with the markets, partners, professional services and international networks essential for successful overseas growth,” he said.

In June, InvestHK led its first New Energy and Sustainability Business Mission to the United Kingdom, jointly organised with the UK Department for Business and Trade. The delegation brought together 25 companies spanning battery and energy storage, renewable energy and hydrogen, smart electric vehicle infrastructure, advanced materials and AI. Approximately half of the participating companies were from the Chinese mainland and seeking international expansion opportunities, while the remainder were innovators from Hong Kong and overseas — a composition that in itself reflects Hong Kong’s role as the pivotal hub of a two-way green investment corridor.

The two-week programme across London, Edinburgh and Aberdeen delivered results that exceeded expectations. A post-mission survey found that more than 80 percent of participating companies planned to expand their UK operations within the next two years, with over half already moving to quantify their investment commitments in concrete terms. Beyond the “go-global” dimension, UK companies also expressed keen interest in conducting green technology research and development and establishing intellectual property in Hong Kong while leveraging the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for large-scale production. The Northern Metropolis, too, has caught their attention as an area to watch, further validating Hong Kong’s positioning as a two-way investment platform connecting the nation with international markets.

Leung highlighted Hong Kong’s mature green finance ecosystem as a distinctive advantage in mobilising patient capital at scale. The city’s green and sustainable bond issuances have topped the Asian league table for eight consecutive years; in 2025, approximately US$40 billion in related bonds were arranged in Hong Kong, representing around 40 percent of Asia’s total. As of the first quarter of 2026, Hong Kong was home to 190 environmental, social and governance (ESG) funds recognised by the Securities and Futures Commission, with assets under management reaching US$139.1 billion.

“Hong Kong is not only a capital marketplace; it is also an incubator and accelerator for green technology, where innovations can be commercialised, scaled and introduced to global investors,” Leung said. He noted that one mainland energy storage system solution provider in the UK delegation is, with InvestHK’s support, currently undertaking early-stage international market engagement ahead of a planned listing in Hong Kong.

A further advantage that sets Hong Kong apart is its ability to help internationalise China’s leading green technologies and standards. Backed by an internationally recognised legal framework, a robust intellectual property protection regime and world-class professional services, the city offers a rich variety of internationally credible settings — from fully integrated circular economy models spanning electronics recycling through to retail, to photovoltaic vacuum glass panels on the façades of high-rise buildings, and the refining of waste cooking oil into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

“By leveraging Hong Kong’s international connectivity, IP protection and trusted business environment, we are steadily building a compelling narrative around Chinese green standards and telling the story of Chinese green innovation to the world,” Leung said.

As geopolitical, regulatory and operational uncertainty deepens, safeguarding corporate interests during the go-global journey remains a key concern for enterprises. To support them, InvestHK will organise a series of practical go-global workshops, bringing in professional services providers from the banking, insurance and advisory sectors to share the latest market intelligence and practical guidance from a risk management perspective, helping companies prepare for the range of contingencies they may encounter. In parallel, InvestHK will lead another sustainability-focused business delegation to Canada in September, extending the reach of Hong Kong’s two-way green investment platform even further afield.

Leung said mainland green technology and sustainability enterprises have made enormous strides in research, innovation and manufacturing and are, in many respects, already ahead of the curve globally. “InvestHK will continue to press forward on investment attraction and promotion, connecting these outstanding enterprises with the right capital, markets and ecosystems,” he said. “With Hong Kong serving as the showcase window, we will help bring the country’s most compelling green growth stories to the global stage, one by one.”

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The event gathered over 350 distinguished guests, including Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the MSAR; Gan Siow Huang, Minister of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Ministry of Trade and Industry; representatives from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Singapore; members of the MSAR Government delegation; delegates from the Macao-Hengqin and Mainland China economic, trade, and tourism delegation; as well as representatives from Singapore’s political, business, cultural, tourism, and trade association sectors.

Sam Hou Fai stated that last June, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong made a successful visit to China. President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Wong jointly charted the course for the stable and healthy development of China-Singapore relations in this new phase. He noted that leading the delegation to Singapore this time is both a concrete action to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of both countries, and a key initiative for Macao to leverage its unique advantages, deepen and expand exchanges and cooperation with Singapore, and inject new momentum into China-Singapore relations.

This year marks the inaugural year of China’s “15th Five-Year Plan,” and to ensure seamless alignment and coordination, the Macao SAR Government recently promulgated the “Third Five-Year Development Plan for the Economic and Social Development of the Macao Special Administrative Region (2026-2030).” The key strategic deployments of the Plan focus on driving diversified economic development on a solid footing, with four major engineering projects and government-guided funds serving as the primary leverage, while deepening Macao-Hengqin integration to advance the high-quality development of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Co-operation Zone in Hengqin. Furthermore, the Plan aims to accelerate urban renewal to build a beautiful and smart Macao, alongside actively participating in the high-quality development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) to position Macao as a vital bridgehead for the nation’s high-level opening-up and an essential window for mutual learning and exchanges between Chinese and Western civilizations. Concurrently, Macao will actively establish a convenient and highly efficient public service system, fostering a world-class, market-oriented, law-based, and internationalized business environment to earnestly protect the legitimate rights and interests of all market entities and investors, thereby offering foreign investors a more attractive and reliable investment climate.

Gan Siow Huang remarked that Macao and Singapore have long maintained close and friendly relations, achieving fruitful cooperation in fields such as economy, trade, tourism, education, and cultural exchanges. Looking ahead, both sides can leverage their complementary strengths to further deepen cooperation in tourism and urban development, working together to seize new opportunities for regional development and economic growth.

Both Singapore and Macao have established internationally renowned tourism industries and destination brands, allowing the two regions to draw on each other’s experiences in crafting premium visitor experiences, developing integrated tourism products, and building vibrant, highly livable cities. Singapore looks forward to sharing practical experiences in tourism industry development with Macao and fostering productive partnerships between their respective business sectors. Furthermore, as enterprises in both regions value their domestic markets while increasingly casting their eyes on broader overseas opportunities, Singapore and Macao can serve as mutually trusted partners to bridge the markets of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Southeast Asia, supporting businesses from both sides in tapping into new opportunities and constructing robust cross-regional networks. At the same time, by pooling corporate strengths, both sides can carve out new avenues of growth in key economic sectors such as digitalization, innovation, sustainable development, and eldercare services.

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The appointment takes effect on 17 September 2026

Scott Price, Group Chief Executive, DFI Retail Group, said, “I want to thank Wee Lee for his leadership and many contributions over the past three years, including his role in scaling our digital ecosystem and building new growth avenues in retail media. We wish him and his family every success. I’m confident that Kshitij’s experience, leadership and passion for innovation will build on these strong foundations and help accelerate our customer, digital and data transformation journey across the Group.”

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• Recognition reflects DHL’s commitment to being an employer of choice in Hong Kong

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – DHL has been ranked number two on the Best Workplaces in Hong Kong 2026 list by the Great Place to Work Institute, marking its 11th consecutive year of being recognized among the city’s leading employers. The achievement reflects DHL’s longstanding commitment to creating a positive, people-first workplace culture that supports employee well-being and development, while celebrating an ‘As One’ spirit that brings employees together across business units.

Andy Chiang, Senior Vice President and Managing Director for Hong Kong and Macau, DHL Express, said: “We are once again honored to be one of Hong Kong’s Best Workplaces. To achieve this for 11 years is by no means an easy feat. For more than 50 years, our success in this city has been built on the passion, dedication, and expertise of our people. This recognition belongs to our employees, who bring our purpose of “Connecting People, Improving Lives” to life every day. We remain committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where our people feel respected and valued, while creating opportunities for our people to learn, grow and build rewarding careers with DHL.”

Timothy Cheng, Vice President, Head of South District, DHL Global Forwarding China, said: “As the logistics industry continues to evolve, attracting, developing and retaining talent remains essential to our long-term success. At DHL Global Forwarding, we are committed to providing meaningful career opportunities, continuous learning opportunities, and an environment where our people can grow professionally and personally. Through DHL’s ‘As One’ culture, we foster collaboration across teams and encourage employees to learn and share knowledge with one another and contribute to a common purpose. This achievement reflects the dedication of our teams and affirms our ongoing efforts to cultivate the next generation of logistics talent.”

According to the Great Place to Work assessment, DHL Group achieved an overall “Trust Index” score of 93%, exceeding the 90.1% average among companies recognized on Hong Kong’s Best Workplaces 2026 list. The Group also recorded strong results across the five key dimensions assessed by Great Place to Work: credibility, respect, fairness, pride and camaraderie, demonstrating high levels of trust, collaboration and employee engagement across the organization.

A Culture of Trust and Belonging

DHL prioritizes cultivating a workplace where every employee feels respected, included and empowered. Through its “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging” initiatives, the company embraces diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds, while creating equal opportunities for growth. Central to DHL’s culture is its “‘As One’ spirit, which promotes collaboration across teams and business units, reinforces a shared sense of purpose, and recognizes that collective success is achieved when people work together toward common goals.

Employee feedback is a key component of DHL’s people-first approach. Through the annual Employee Opinion Survey and regular engagement initiatives, the company gathers insights that help drive continuous improvements and strengthen communication across the organization.

Recognizing and celebrating employees is another important aspect of DHL’s culture. Programs such as Employee of the Year honor colleagues who exemplify DHL’s values and consistently go above and beyond. Through these initiatives, DHL recognizes employees’ dedication and contributions while fostering teamwork and a strong sense of belonging. Meanwhile, Global Volunteer Day provides opportunities for employees to give back to their communities, extending DHL’s purpose of “Connecting People, Improving Lives” beyond the workplace.

Investing in people through Strategy 2030

Being an “Employer of Choice” is one of the four bottom lines of DHL. It reflects the company’s belief that its people are fundamental to sustainable growth and outstanding customer service.

Across its business divisions in Hong Kong, DHL invests in learning and development programs that help employees build future-ready skills, strengthen leadership capabilities and unlock their potential. This includes certified training, digital and AI upskilling, leadership development, and career growth opportunities that empower employees to thrive in a rapidly evolving workplace.

As DHL continues its journey under Strategy 2030, it remains focused on fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace, strengthening leadership capabilities and creating opportunities for employees to learn, grow and build rewarding careers. Through these efforts, DHL remains committed to being an employer of choice and a workplace where employees can thrive and feel a genuine sense of belonging.

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DHL – The logistics company for the world

KK Chiu, Chief Executive, Greater China, Cushman & Wakefield, said, “Congratulations to our teams on this terrific achievement. This recognition reflects our continued dedication to client-focused service excellence and market-leading positions across Greater China. Ahead, we will continue to strive to set the benchmark for excellence and to shape the future of the real estate industry across Greater China.”

Winner Awards

• Professional Consultancy Service Team of the Year — Real Estate (Valuation & Advisory Services Team, Cushman & Wakefield)
• Industrial Real Estate Project of the Year (Site Selection and Industrial Plot Acquisition Negotiation for a Fortune 500 Biopharmaceutical Firm’s New Factory)
• Best Real Estate Financing Innovation Achievement of the Year (CR Consumption REIT)
• Property Professional of the Year (Shaun Brodie, FRICS MCR MCIOB, Head of Greater China Research Content and Business Development Services, East China, Cushman & Wakefield)

Highly Commended Awards

• Professional Consultancy Service Team of the Year — Real Estate (Consulting Team, Cushman & Wakefield)
• Research Team of the Year (Research Team, Cushman & Wakefield)
• Industrial Real Estate Project of the Year (Fortune 500 Firm’s Demolition Project)
• Best Deal of the Year — Transaction (Project Sine Logistics Portfolio Acquisition in East China)
• Sustainability Achievement of the Year (China Central Place, Beijing)
• Property Professional of the Year (Chris Yang, MRICS, Head of Valuation & Advisory Services, Beijing, Head of REITs Practice Group, Cushman & Wakefield)

Finalists

• Commercial Property Project of the Year (COFCO Qianhai Innovation Center Shenzhen)
• Commercial Property Project of the Year (Chongqingdong Railway Station)
• Urban Regeneration Project of the Year (Beijing Empress Xiao’s River Waterfront Industry Planning and Implementation Plan)
• Urban Regeneration Project of the Year (Comprehensive Development Planning Scheme for the Shiwuli River (Middle Section) Area, Hefei City, Anhui Province)
• Sustainability Achievement of the Year (Ingka Centers Sustainability Project)
• Property Professional of the Year (Jonathan Wei, President, Project & Occupier Services, China, Cushman & Wakefield)

As one of the highest accolades bestowed in global built environments, the RICS Awards have become increasingly influential in China since their inauguration in 2016. The number and quality of entries have grown over the past few years, and submissions have also come from more diverse geographic locations and industry sectors. The RICS China Awards creates a unique platform to showcase innovations and achievements in China’s built environment, as well as encourage development and advancements within the industry.

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Awarded first pilot area in the Northern Metropolis, demonstrating the Group’s confidence in Hong Kong’s prospects

Summary of 2025/2026Annual Results

• The Group’s revenue for the year ended 30 June 2026 (“Financial Year”) was HK$9,273 million (2024/25: HK$8,183 million), representing an increase of 13.3% year-on-year. The Group’s net profit attributable to shareholders was HK$4,589 million (2024/25: HK$4,019 million).
• Stable final dividend at HK43 cents per share (2024/25: HK43 cents per share). Together with the interim dividend of HK15 cents per share, the total dividend for the Financial Year is HK58 cents per share.
• Attributable segment profit from property sales for the Financial Year, including share from associates and joint ventures, was HK$1,103 million (2024/25: HK$1,021 million), representing an increase of 8.0% year-on-year.
• Total contracted sales in Hong Kong, including projects managed by our joint venture partners, exceeded 3,500 units during the Financial Year, generating HK$12.1 billion in attributable sales proceeds. The recent positive sales momentum was driven by the well-received launches of Grand Mayfair III, ONE PARK PLACE and La Mirabelle I.
• During the Financial Year, the Group acquired three sites in Jordan Valley, Tuen Mun, and Kam Sheung Road Station, demonstrating our confidence in Hong Kong’s long-term prospects and our disciplined and strategic approach to land bank replenishment.
• Subsequent to the Financial Year, the Group, together with its cross-sector joint venture partners, was awarded the development project for the first pilot area within the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area (the ‘HSK Pilot Area’) in the North Metropolis. This demonstrates our confidence in Hong Kong and aligns with the strategic directions of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, which states the accelerated development of the Northern Metropolis as a key priority of Hong Kong’s future growth engine. It is believed that the cross-sector collaboration will bring together diverse expertise and contribute to the region’s innovation and technology development.

Results and Business Highlights

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – Sino Land Company Limited (Stock Code: 83) today announced its annual results for the year ended 30 June 2026 (“Financial Year”). The Group’s underlying profit attributable to shareholders, excluding the effect of fair-value changes on investment properties for the Financial Year, was HK$4,789 million (2024/25: HK$5,118 million). Underlying earnings per share was HK$0.51 (2024/25: HK$0.58).

After taking into account the revaluation loss (net of deferred taxation) on investment properties of HK$192 million (2024/25: revaluation loss of HK$1,084 million), which is a non-cash item, the Group reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of HK$4,589 million for the Financial Year (2024/25: HK$4,019 million). Earnings per share for the Financial Year was HK$0.49 (2024/25: HK$0.45).

Property Sales –Robust sales momentum drives strong segment growth

Attributable segment profit from property sales for the Financial Year, including share from associates and joint ventures, was HK$1,103 million (2024/25: HK$1,021 million), representing an increase of 8.0% year-on-year. Market sentiment gained further traction in the first half of 2026, buoyed by supportive policies, an active financial market, and sustained inflows of talent and overseas students, collectively underpinning housing demand.

The Group won three land tenders during the Financial Year, namely New Kowloon Inland Lot No. 6674 in Jordan Valley, Tuen Mun Town Lot No. 569 in Tuen Mun, and the Kam Sheung Road Station Phase Two Property Development in Yuen Long. The Kam Sheung Road Station Phase Two project represents a major milestone in expanding our footprint in the Northern Metropolis. These strategic investments reflect our disciplined, selective approach to land acquisition, prioritising projects that offer good development value and sustainable returns while maintaining financial prudence.

As at 30 June 2026, the Group had over HK$6.6 billion in attributable contracted sales from projects already launched and sold but not recognised. Subsequent to the Financial Year, the Group launched selected units of La Mirabelle II in Tseung Kwan O, which received an encouraging market response. Together with La Mirabelle I, the two projects have recorded sales of over 1,060 units, reflecting healthy end-user demand and demonstrating market confidence in the quality and appeal of the Group’s residential developments.

Looking ahead, the Group has one new residential project scheduled for launch, namely the Wing Kwong Street/Sung On Street Development project. The launch timetable will be subject to the receipt of the relevant pre-sale consent and prevailing market conditions.

A diversified and balanced investment property portfolioreinforces long-term resilience

For the Financial Year, the Group’s attributable gross rental revenue, including share from associates and joint ventures, was HK$3,432 million (2024/25: HK$3,486 million), representing a 1.5% year-on-year decline. This decrease was primarily attributable to the continued challenging operating environment in the retail and industrial sectors, partly offset by increased contributions from the residential portfolio and improved office occupancy. Overall occupancy of the Group’s investment property portfolio improved to 90.0% during the Financial Year (2024/2025: 89.6%), representing an increase of 0.4 percentage point compared with last year, reflecting improved business sentiment and stronger tenant confidence.

Hong Kong remains well positioned to benefit from the Central Government’s ongoing support for deeper economic integration, the continued development of the Greater Bay Area and new growth drivers associated with the Northern Metropolis. To strengthen tenant sales and foot traffic, the Group continues to roll out targeted marketing and promotional campaigns while leveraging the growing Sports Economy to attract customers and enhance retail experience. These initiatives have delivered positive results, with the Group’s major flagship malls recording year-on-year growth in visitor traffic. The office sector is also showing encouraging signs of stabilisation supported by robust financial market activity and supportive government measures.

As at 30 June 2026, the Group has approximately 13.6 million square feet of attributable floor area of investment properties and hotels in the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Singapore and Sydney.

Hotel Operations – Continuousimprovement in occupancy rates

For the Financial Year, the Group’s hotel revenue, including attributable share from associates and joint ventures, was HK$1,565 million compared to HK$1,506 million in the last year, and the corresponding operating profit was HK$519 million (2024/25: HK$475 million).

Tourist arrivals to Hong Kong continued to recover steadily in the first half of 2026, supported by the HKSAR Government’s ongoing efforts to promote integrated culture, sports and tourism initiatives. With a strong pipeline of mega-events and the opening of the new Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport, the Group remains positive in the outlook for Hong Kong’s tourism sector.

With solid fundamentals and a strong balance sheet, the Group is well–positioned to capitalise on opportunities

“Hong Kong’s economy demonstrated encouraging momentum in the first half of 2026, supported by vibrant capital market activity, resilient external trade and continued growth in visitor arrivals. Real GDP expanded by 5.1% year-on-year, marking the strongest half-year growth in nearly five years, while IPO fundraising reached a five-year high in the first half of the year. The improving macroeconomic environment supported steady performance across key sectors of the economy.

The HKSAR Government is formulating Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan, which is expected to provide a strategic roadmap for the city’s long-term development, strengthen its competitive advantages and create new growth opportunities, with particular emphasis on the Northern Metropolis. In line with the National 15th Five-Year Plan, which states the accelerated development of the Northern Metropolis as a key priority of Hong Kong’s future growth engine, the Group, together with our distinguished corporate partners, was honoured to be awarded the HSK Pilot Area project. We have full confidence in Hong Kong’s prospects and hope that, through cross-sector collaboration, we can help bring together diverse expertise to contribute to the region’s innovation and technology development. In the HKSAR Government’s first Five-Year Plan, the Chief Executive also highlighted the pivotal role of the Northern Metropolis in enriching the housing ladder and creating more opportunities and space for home ownership. We are committed to bringing high-value industries and a quality living community to the Northern Metropolis, providing more housing and employment opportunities while enhancing connectivity between Hong Kong and cities across the Greater Bay Area.

Looking ahead, Hong Kong remains well positioned for continued growth, underpinned by vibrant financial market activity, successful talent attraction policies, growing international student enrolment, rising visitor arrivals and ongoing enhancements to cross-boundary transport infrastructure. The Group will continue to uphold prudent financial management and enhance operational efficiency. Supported by a solid financial position and forward-looking strategies, we are well positioned to navigate market fluctuations, capture growth opportunities, and create long-term value for our stakeholders,” said Mr. Daryl Ng Win Kong, Chairman of Sino Land.

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SCX Logistics Reports More Than 240% Revenue Growth in the First Half, Reflecting Demand for Next-Generation Industrial Infrastructure Sets Roadmap to Expand Its Logistics Portfolio Beyond 1,000,000 sq.m. and Further Strengthen Its Presence in Bangna and the EEC

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – SCX Corporation, SC Group’s recurring-income business platform, is advancing sustainable growth through the strategic expansion of SCX Logistics. The company has set a roadmap to expand its logistics portfolio to more than 1,000,000 sq.m. by 2029, following strong demand from customers across diverse industries. SCX Logistics reported revenue growth of more than 240% in the first half of 2026, compared with the same period last year.

The company also highlights the completion of SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20, an 80,000 sq.m. logistics development that embodies SC’s three promises: Quality, Care, and Responsibility. Combining a strategic location, total cost efficiency, flexibility, and future readiness, SCX Logistics is designed to meet the increasingly complex needs of the industrial sector. The company plans to expand across the strategic Bangna and EEC corridors by a further 200,000 sq.m. by 2027.

Mr. Rachod Nantakwang, Chief Executive Officer of SCX Corporation Co., Ltd., said that SCX continues to advance SC Group’s recurring-income businesses to build a stronger and more sustainable foundation for long-term growth. SCX Logistics is a key part of this strategy, and the company remains committed to its 2029 roadmap to expand its logistics portfolio from 200,000 sq.m. at the end of 2025 to more than 1,000,000 sq.m. in strategic logistics locations nationwide. The objective is to create greater value for customers while developing infrastructure that genuinely meets business needs.

“The warehouse market continues to experience strong demand. However, customer requirements today are markedly different from the past. Customers no longer assess warehouses solely on rental rates per square metre. They consider the entire production and logistics ecosystem: locations that reduce transportation time, flexible functionality that can adapt to future change, clean-energy solutions that support business sustainability, and, critically, a warehouse partner that can work alongside them to solve their business challenges.

We understand these evolving needs. This understanding has earned us the trust of customers across a wide range of industries and contributed to SCX Logistics achieving revenue growth of more than 240% in the first half of 2026, compared with the same period last year,” Mr. Rachod said.

SCX has consistently upheld SC’s three promises: Quality, Care, and Responsibility. The company also applies SC’s strengths in Design, Function, and Trust to its logistics developments, placing a strong emphasis on understanding each customer’s operations from the outset. This enables SCX Logistics to design spaces around actual business requirements, from building layouts and transportation flows to loading and unloading areas, as well as future energy and technology needs.

This approach is reflected in SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20, which has recently been completed across the full 80,000 sq.m. development. The project demonstrates SCX’s customer-centric approach to warehouse development, beginning with an understanding of customer requirements rather than a building concept. The project is currently fully occupied, with an occupancy rate of 100%.

SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20 is located on Bangna-Trad Road at Km.20 in Samut Prakan, on a site of more than 90 rai. It is a strategic location for logistics and transportation, serving warehouses, distribution centres, and industrial facilities across a range of sectors. The development offers both ready-built buildings and built-to-suit solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.

The project serves international customers from Asia and Europe across industries including logistics, manufacturing, data centres, and digital infrastructure.

Mr. Rachod added that SCX Logistics’ expansion plans for 2026 and 2027 will focus on strategic locations that play an important role in Thailand’s logistics network. Under the concept “Corridor, Not Just Land,” SCX selects investment locations based on the role each area plays in the supply chain and its ability to connect businesses with regional markets, rather than simply on the size of the land plot.

The company plans to add approximately 200,000 sq.m. of logistics space across key locations, including Bangna, Laem Chabang, Amata Chonburi, and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). This expansion is expected to bring SCX Logistics’ total warehouse portfolio to approximately 400,000 sq.m. by the end of 2027.

“Each location plays a distinct role in supporting our customers’ businesses. Bangna is a key connection between Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport, and the EEC. Laem Chabang is an important gateway for international trade, while Amata and the EEC are among the country’s major manufacturing bases.

We therefore do not see ourselves simply as a warehouse developer and operator. We aim to be an infrastructure partner that can deliver solutions tailored to the needs of customers across industries, while contributing to the development of Thailand’s infrastructure and supporting investment that drives national economic growth,” Mr. Rachod said.

SCX Logistics will continue to be a new and recurring source of income for SC Group over the long term. The company expects SCX Logistics’ full-year revenue to grow by approximately 280% from the previous year.

SCX Corporation operates under the vision “The Prospering Expedition” and the mission “The Way Forward,” with a focus on exploring new business opportunities that generate consistent recurring income over the long term.

Its portfolio includes SCX Logistics, which operates the warehouse business and has developed five projects totalling more than 200,000 sq.m. in strategic locations; SCX Hospitality, which operates hotels in Bangkok and other key destinations, including KROMO Bangkok, Curio Collection by Hilton, The Standard Pattaya Na Jomtien, and YANH Ratchawat; and SCX Working Solutions, which operates more than 120,000 sq.m. of office space, including Shinawatra Tower 3.

SCX’s growth is supported by a diverse and capable team, strong strategic partnerships, and a corporate culture that places customers and the environment at the heart of business development.

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Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi

Public servants across the country will strike from 1pm on 9 September, sending a clear message to their employers and the Government that they won’t back down in their bargaining for better pay and service delivery.

Almost 10,000 public service workers will go on strike over bargaining for their respective collective agreements, including those working at the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA), the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), and the Ministry for Ethnic Communities (MEC); the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE); and the Ministry of Social Development (MSD).

“These public servants are facing pay offers well below inflation while working amid the devastating consequences of the Government’s public service cuts,” said Duane Leo, National Secretary of the Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi.

Pickets and rallies will be held around the country. The PSA will make details availaible on its website once they’re confirmed.

The DIA, NEMA, and MEC strike finishes at 6pm, the MBIE strike finishes at 5.30pm, and the MSD strike finishes at 3pm. Public servants at DIA, NEMA, and MEC went previously went on strike on 6 July. Public servants at MBIE held a stop-work meeting on 21 July, while public servants at MSD held one on 10 August.

“Despite months of bargaining for their respective collective agreements, these employers and the Government still refuse to hear concerns about the state of public services,” said Leo.

“These pay offers would send public servants backwards. And these public servants are telling us that their agencies’ ability to deliver is getting worse. We need to see commitments to fair pay and proper resourcing.”

“Tension has been building for months, and now it’s at breaking point: public servants are fed up with a government that overworks and undervalues them.”

Previous industrial action leading up to these strikes

MSD stop-work meeting: Over 5,000 public servants at MSD the latest to hold stop-work meetings amid bargaining for better pay and service delivery

MBIE stop-work meeting: Thousands of MBIE workers hold stop-work meetings over pay dispute

DIA, NEMA, & MEC strike: PSA members at Department of Internal Affairs vote to strike as pay lags behind cost of living

The Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest trade union, representing and supporting more than 95,000 workers across central government, state-owned enterprises, local councils, health boards and community groups.

Celebrating Togetherness. Embracing Heritage. Enjoying Chinatown Singapore.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – This Mid-Autumn Festival, Chinatown Singapore comes alive with the warmth of tradition, community and celebration as Chinatown Business Association (CBA), together with Singapore Poon Yue Association and Kong Chow Wui Koon, jointly present a vibrant afternoon of cultural experiences and heritage performances on the 19th September 2026.

Held at Smith Street, Chinatown Singapore, the celebration invites international visitors and Singaporeans to discover the rich traditions behind one of the most cherished Chinese festivals, while enjoying an afternoon filled with music, performances, traditional crafts and interactive activities.

A Celebration of Traditional Arts and Performances

The festivities at the main stage on Smith Street, Chinatown Singapore will begin at 2pm on 19 September 2026, with the official opening kicking off with an energetic lion dance and Wushu performance by Kong Chow Wui Koon. The dynamic showcase will highlight the strength, discipline and artistry of traditional Chinese martial arts.

Visitors can also discover the stories and traditions behind the Mid-Autumn Festival through a traditional lantern-making talk, offering fascinating insights into the craftsmanship, symbolism and cultural significance of lanterns.

As the afternoon unfolds, music and community spirit will take centre stage, with lively ukulele performances and community singing at 3pm and 4.45pm. Audiences are invited to join in, sing along and celebrate the spirit of togetherness that lies at the heart of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Fun, Games and Prizes for the Community

The Celebration will also feature a series of interactive games designed to bring local visitors international visitors together. At 3.30pm, put your knowledge to the test with “Make a Guess”, where participants can take part in a fun guessing game with 30 F&B vouchers up for grabs.

Heritage enthusiasts can then challenge themselves with the “Where Am I?” Heritage Game at 4pm and 5pm. Participants will be invited to identify heritage locations and clues around Chinatown Singapore, with 30 F&B vouchers to be won by participants who successfully answer the challenge.

Get Creative with Traditional Crafts

Children and families can immerse themselves in hands-on cultural activities throughout the day. The “Lantern Painting Competition” invites young international visitors and Singaporeans (aged 7 to 12 years) to let their creativity shine by decorating the provided lanterns. Participants need to register online at www.chinatown.sg before 9 September 2026. The competition begins at 9.30am, with participants taking part according to their assigned time slots. “Lantern Painting Competition” participants will receive a complimentary F B voucher worth $10 each.

Visitors can also experience a range of traditional arts and crafts presented by Singapore Poon Yue Association, from Paper Cutting, Handmade Crafts, Calligraphy and Fan Dyeing. These activities offer an opportunity for younger generations to experience traditional Chinese arts first-hand, while encouraging families to learn, create and celebrate together.

Keeping Culture and Heritage Alive

More than a festive gathering, the Mid-Autumn Festival at Smith Street, Chinatown Singapore is an opportunity to keep traditional culture alive by bringing meaningful heritage experiences into the heart of the community.

Through traditional performances, crafts, music, storytelling and games, visitors of all ages can discover the customs, stories and traditions that have been passed down through generations. The festivities bring international tourists and local visitors together in the shared spirit of reunion, harmony and togetherness – values that remain at the heart of the Mid-Autumn Festival today.

Join us at Smith Street, Chinatown Singapore this Mid-Autumn Festival and discover the traditions, culture and community spirit that make Chinatown Singapore a vibrant precinct for living heritage for international tourists and Singaporeans alike.

More information can be found at Chinatown.sg.

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About Chinatown Business Association

Chinatown Business Association (CBA) was set up by a group of passionate Chinatown stakeholders drawn from a cross-section of business leaders, grassroots leaders, Chinese clan associations, hoteliers, hawkers, retailers, and more. CBA is a non-profit organisation serving and promoting the business and community interest of stakeholders in Chinatown. For more information, visit chinatown.sg.