Recall of PNP Farms’ specific brand of beef sausage due to possible presence of glass

August 14, 2025

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries

New Zealand Food Safety is supporting PNP Farms’ Butchery in its recall of its Pure Angus Beef Sausage as the product may contain glass.

PNP Farms’ Butchery brand Pure Angus Beef Sausage (various weights), with a Best Before: 17.08.25 is affected by this recall.

“If you have any affected product, don’t eat it. You can return it to the place of purchase for a refund. If that’s not possible, throw it out.”

The affected products are sold at:

PNP Farms’ Butchery – 84 High Street, Rangiora
PNP Farms’ Butchery – Bush Inn Centre, Christchurch.

The products have been removed from store shelves and have not been exported.

Visit New Zealand Food Safety’s recall page for up-to-date information and photographs of the affected product.

Food recall: PNP Farms’ Butchery brand Pure Angus Beef Sausage

New Zealand Food Safety is aware of one unconfirmed report of associated injury.

“As is our usual practice, New Zealand Food Safety will work with PNP Farms’ Butchery to understand how this happened and prevent its recurrence,” says Mr Arbuckle.

The vast majority of food sold in New Zealand is safe, but sometimes problems can occur. Help keep yourself and your family safe by subscribing to our recall alerts. Information on how to subscribe is on the food recall page.

Recalled food products list

For further information and general enquiries, call MPI on 0800 00 83 33 or email info@mpi.govt.nz

For media enquiries, contact the media team on 029 894 0328

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Funding for Christchurch’s new Pages Road bridge confirmed

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August 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government

Replacement of the earthquake-damaged Pages Road bridge in Christchurch will proceed, with Government funding of $38.5 million approved by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Board, Minister for the South Island and Associate Transport Minister James Meager has confirmed.

“I’m pleased that the NZTA Board have endorsed the business case for the $75.4 million Pages Road bridge renewal project and approved co-funding from the National Land Transport Fund,” Mr Meager says.

“Carrying more than 13,000 vehicles per day, the nearly 100-year-old bridge is approaching the end of its life. As the main point of access between the New Brighton and Southshore communities, and the rest of Christchurch, there has been increasing urgency to replace it.”

The bridge was last strengthened in 2015 to extend its lifespan. As a critical evacuation route, the importance of the Pages Road bridge renewal project was recognised by this Government with its inclusion in the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme. It is currently the highest priority capital improvement project for Christchurch City Council, but until now had no taxpayer funding allocated to it.

“The existing roads either side of the Pages Road bridge are also prone to flooding and erosion. This funding will also allow these roads to be raised and upgraded at the same time as the bridge replacement work,” Mr Meager says.

“With the business case and co-funding now approved, Christchurch City Council expects the project to move into construction once consenting is completed.

“I know how important this project is to the people of New Brighton, Southshore, and greater Christchurch, and I want to thank them for their continued advocacy to get this major infrastructure project across the line.

“It’s promising to see progress being made, and I look forward to seeing shovels in the ground as soon as possible.”

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Fatal shooting, Bryndwr

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August 14, 2025

Source: New Zealand Police

To be attributed to Canterbury District Commander, Superintendent Tony Hill:

A woman has died and a man has a critical injury after being shot by police in Christchurch overnight.

Police were called to a residential address in Clyde Road, Bryndwr about 11pm, after receiving a report of a man armed with a knife, threatening to hurt himself and his partner.

Officers arrived at the address a short time later and a woman ran from the house, followed by a man armed with a knife.

Believing the woman to be at risk of imminent serious harm, police shot the man, critically injuring him.

The woman subsequently picked up the knife and threatened police.

Officers appealed for her to put the weapon down, but she instead moved forward. She was also shot, sustaining critical injuries.

Immediate medical assistance was provided to the woman but tragically she passed away a short time later.

The injured man was transported to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.

Scene guards are in place at the Clyde Road property, and nearby residents can expect to see a continued police presence in the coming days. A portion of the road will be closed.

We have spoken to next of kin, and our thoughts are with the family of those involved at this incredibly difficult time.

This was a distressing incident for the attending officers, and the appropriate support is being provided to them.

A critical incident investigation into the incident is under way and the incident will also be referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA), as is standard for any incident involving a police shooting.

ENDS

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Investment Funds – Revealed: Huge increase in weapons in your KiwiSaver fund

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August 14, 2025

Source: Mindful Money

Over $900 million of the savings of New Zealand investors is invested in weapons companies, including those supplying the conflict in Gaza:

New research shows KiwiSaver Investment in weapons companies has surged by 40.9% to $392.4 million
Managed fund investments also grew to reach $509.2 million by March 2025.

There is increasing New Zealand investment in companies supplying the Gaza conflict:

$71.9 million of KiwiSaver and retail funds invested in weapons companies
$179.9 million invested in two other non-weapons companies.

Annual survey data shows that 80% of Kiwis want to avoid investing in weapons

Comprehensive new analysis by charity Mindful Money reveals New Zealand KiwiSaver funds have dramatically increased their investment in weapons companies, with total weapons investments reaching $392.4 million – a staggering 40.9% increase from the previous year.

The research exposes how KiwiSaver providers are seeking short term profits from war. A contributor to the increase was a surge in sales of military weapons used in the bombardment of Gaza. New Zealand investment in the production of weapons used in Gaza, through KiwiSaver and retail investment funds, totalled $71.9 million a rise of 18.9% over the year to end March 2025.

The latest annual survey revealed that 80% of New Zealand investors want to avoid investing in weapons. But the surge in weapons investment by KiwiSaver and investment funds shows the growing misalignment with the values of KiwiSaver investors during some of the world’s deadliest conflicts since World War II.

Barry Coates, Mindful Money Founder and CEO commented: “There has been a huge rise in weapons investment by New Zealanders. The chase for higher returns means that Kiwis’ hard-earned savings are being used to invest in companies whose weapons have resulted in the devastation of Gaza.”

Gaza Conflict Connections Raise Ethical Concerns

Few New Zealanders realise there is a direct connection between their savings and companies supplying weapons to the Gaza conflict. In addition to New Zealand’s retail investment in weapons companies, there has been a major increase in New Zealand investment in non-weapons companies supporting operations in Gaza, such as Caterpillar and Amphenol. Investment in those two companies alone totalled $189 million, up 39% over the year to end March 2025.

Few KiwiSaver fund providers tell their customers that their hard-earned savings are being invested in companies complicit in a brutal conflict that has led to mass killing and starvation of Gaza’s people. So far the conflict has resulted in the deaths of 2,000 Israelis and 63,000 Palestinians according to official figures, although this does not include many others missing under rubble or those who have died from starvation.

Barry Coates said: “We can all see evidence of Palestinians being killed trying to get food for their starving children. The companies supporting the weapons, ammunition, bulldozers and technology need to be held to account for their actions. They should not be benefiting from our investment.”

Global Weapons Industry Boom Drives Investment Returns

The surge in New Zealand weapons investments reflects a broader global boom in the defence industry driven by multiple major conflicts. The S&P Aerospace & Defence Industry has seen extraordinary growth with a 16.5% increase in the past year alone and a staggering 307% growth over the past decade.

This growth has been accelerated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, as well as internal conflicts within countries and regional tensions worldwide. Weapons companies have recorded higher short term profits, leading to huge investment increases from KiwiSaver and investment providers chasing higher returns.

The Values Gap: 80% Opposition vs Growing Investment

The findings reveal a stark disconnect between New Zealanders’ stated values and where their retirement savings are actually invested. Research shows that 80% of New Zealanders want to avoid investing in weapons companies through their KiwiSaver or investment funds. Yet investments in this sector continue to surge.

This gap highlights a fundamental challenge in the KiwiSaver system. Many New Zealanders may be unknowingly funding companies involved in conflicts, through their retirement savings, even though they personally oppose that use of their funds. Few if any KiwiSaver providers have asked their customers if they agree to more of their savings being used for investments linked to civilian deaths and human rights violations on a massive scale.

Barry Coates explained: “When Kiwis go online to see Mindful Money’s free disclosure of their investments, many are shocked to find they are invested in issues such as weapons. A typical reaction is “I didn’t sign up for this.” They can and should challenge their fund providers. Or, if they are not satisfied, they can use the Mindful Money website to find a fund that does not invest in weapons.”

Managed Funds Show Similar Patterns

The weapons investment surge isn’t limited to KiwiSaver funds. The analysis reveals that managed fund investments in weapons grew to $509.2 million by March 2025. Firearms companies increased by 64%, while military weapons investments in managed funds grew by 24% over the previous year. This shows the trend toward increasing weapons investments spans across New Zealand’s broader investment landscape.

Barry Coates pointed out: “Many Kiwis recognise that weapons are necessary for defence, but they don’t want their savings supporting weapons companies that indiscriminately sell their weapons to whoever will pay. All too often weapons from major NATO suppliers end up being used in conflicts where human rights are violated.”

Walmart Leads Firearms Investment Surge

KiwiSaver investment in companies producing and selling firearms has more than doubled, with a 110% increase. This is despite heightened awareness amongst the New Zealand public about the dangers of weapons proliferation in the wake of the Christchurch Mosque shootings.

The most dramatic individual company increase involves Walmart, where New Zealand KiwiSaver investment reached $115.8 million – representing a massive 144% increase over the year and 40% growth in just six months. While primarily a general merchandise retailer, Walmart sells shotguns, rifles, ammunition, and firearm components like scopes at stores across the United States.

Walmart has made progress in the wake of widespread concern over mass shootings in the US. They have raised the minimum age for firearm purchases to 21, stopped selling handguns and certain rifles like the AR-15, and no longer offer ammunition for military-style weapons. However, they continue to sell other weapons alongside food, clothing and hardware items.

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Despite the concerning tr

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Education – Blind Ignorance: Ministry decision on At the Marae – QPEC

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August 13, 2025

Source: QPEC

QPEC totally condemns the decision to sabotage At the Marae. In its explanation, the Ministry actually acknowledges “these words reflect everyday language used in classrooms and communities.”

Then in the same sentence, in an embarrassing display of pedagogical rigidity, the Ministry claims “the higher number [six words] presented decoding challenges within the phonics sequence used in the series.”

The evidence worldwide suggests the opposite.

From the 1960s onwards, projects like the Bilingual Education Project at the Ontario Institute of Education in Toronto have established quite categorically that young children have a natural ability to absorb several languages at the same time, without damage to other functioning like learning to read.

Indeed, acquiring more than one language leads to greater verbal ability in general.

In Aotearoa NZ, te reo Māori has the added advantage of a close fit between print and sound — closer than there is between English language print and sound.

So one irony of the Ministry decision is that censoring Māori words will actually limit both the development of reading abilities and the advantages of bilingualism.

And another is the ludicrous decision to delete Māori words from a book that focuses on the Marae, the central location of Māori culture.

We should bear in mind that the decision may have less to do with the Ministry and much to do with the prejudices of the Coalition Government.

As Waatea reports, Bruce Jepsen, president of Te Akatea, the Māori Principals’ Association, says the decision not to reprint “At the Marae” was racist and white supremacist. We agree.

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Federated Farmers – Carbon forestry rules still wide open

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August 13, 2025

Source: Federated Farmers

Federated Farmers says a report back to Parliament on the so-called ‘ban on carbon forestry’ doesn’t go far enough to stop the march of pines across New Zealand’s productive farmland.

“This is an incredibly disappointing result and many farmers will be feeling a total sense of betrayal,” Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson Richard Dawkins says.

“Despite widespread feedback during consultation, and clear cross-party support for action, massive loopholes remain in the Environment Select Committee’s recommendations.

“Their report s

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DHL Express and Cathay Group sign new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) deal to drive production and uptake in Asia

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August 13, 2025

Source: Media Outreach

DHL Express purchases 2,400 metric tons of SAF from Cathay Group to be used on flights operated by Air Hong Kong, an express all-cargo carrier and wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay.
The SAF will be used on Air Hong Kong flights departing from Seoul Incheon, Tokyo Narita and Singapore Changi airports.
The new agreement underscores both parties’ commitment to lower-carbon air logistics and driving the production and use of SAF for the air cargo sector.

HONG KONG SAR/SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2025 – DHL Express and the Cathay Group have entered into a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) partnership that reinforces their shared commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the air cargo industry. Under the agreement, Cathay will supply DHL Express with 2,400 metric tons of SAF for international flights departing from three airports in Asia namely Seoul Incheon International Airport, Tokyo Narita International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. These flights are operated by Air Hong Kong, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Cathay Group, which principally operates express cargo services for DHL Express.

Continuing through 2025, the partnership is expected to reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 7,190 metric tons —equivalent to the emissions of over 100 flights from Hong Kong to Singapore with an Airbus 330 freighter.

(L to R): Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations and Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express; Tom Owen, Director Cargo, Cathay Group

“Sustainable aviation fuel currently accounts for less than 1% of the total global jet fuel consumption, yet air transport is one of our biggest sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Our decision to expand our SAF usage in Asia with Cathay is another important step that we have taken to drive momentum in SAF production and demand,” said Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations and Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express. “DHL Express is at the forefront of SAF adoption, and we look forward to seeing more partners and customers join us on this journey to build a more robust SAF ecosystem in Asia. Our continued investment in this area aligns with DHL Group’s Strategy 2030, which recognizes ‘green logistics of choice’ as one of the four bottom lines.”

This SAF deal builds on the long-standing partnership between DHL Express and the Cathay Group, including through Air Hong Kong. For more than two decades, Air Hong Kong has played a vital role in DHL Express’s Asia Pacific network. This latest collaboration builds on that strong foundation and paves the way for deeper cooperation in advancing SAF.

(L to R): Samuel Lee, General Manager for Central Asia Hub, DHL Express; Wai Kheong Loh, Vice President of Commercial – Hong Kong & Macau, DHL Express; Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations and Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express; Tom Owen, Director Cargo, Cathay Group; Clarence Tai, Chief Operating Officer, Air Hong Kong; Grace Cheung, General Manager, Sustainability, Cathay Group

“This partnership marks the first SAF uplift on Air Hong Kong flights, a key milestone for Cathay as we continue to expand the SAF usage across our global network. SAF remains a core pillar of our strategy to address our carbon emissions, and collaboration is essential to scaling its use. We are excited to be working with like-minded partners like DHL Express to make SAF more accessible and scalable, particularly in Asia,” said Tom Owen, Director Cargo, Cathay.

This collaboration makes DHL Express the latest strategic partner of Cathay’s Corporate SAF Program, an initiative launched in 2022 to support corporate partners in addressing greenhouse gas emissions from business travel and airfreight through the use of SAF. In 2024, the Corporate SAF Program enabled the use of over 6,000 metric tons of SAF, with a record 16 partners participating, including HSBC, AIA and Standard Chartered.

Cathay has been steadily expanding its SAF efforts across the region. Earlier in 2025, the Group entered into an agreement with Sinopec to uplift SAF produced in the Chinese Mainland at Hong Kong International Airport, marking the first such export by Sinopec to Hong Kong. Additionally, Cathay has partnered with SK Energy to secure SAF supply in South Korea from 2025 to 2027. Apart from working closely with suppliers, the Group also co-initiated the Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition (HKSAFC) to collectively drive policy development and adoption of SAF locally. These initiatives reflect Cathay’s mission to expand the use of SAF within its network and foster a regional SAF ecosystem.

Investments in SAF are therefore critical to ensuring its availability on a long-term and predictable basis. DHL Express has also been a frontrunner in scaling SAF uptake globally, securing long-term SAF agreements with multiple partners, including Neste, bp, and World Energy. Earlier this year, DHL Express also partnered with Cosmo Oil Marketing to use SAF produced in Japan for flights departing the country. Most recently, DHL Express completed an agreement with Neste that comprises 7,400 metric tons of SAF for international flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport, further demonstrating the company’s proactive approach to driving SAF demand and supply across the region.

These efforts will also enhance DHL’s understanding of how to transport these alternative fuels, as it is a segment under its Strategy 2030’s key growth sector, “New Energy.” DHL Group is developing end-to-end logistics solutions for eight segments: wind, solar, electric vehicle (EV) and batteries, battery and energy storage systems, EV charging, grid, alternative fuel and hydrogen.

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EdgeProp’s Roundtable Round Two: From Listings to Legacy

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August 13, 2025

Source: Media Outreach

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2025 – Top performers in the real estate industry from Singapore and Malaysia gathered once again for the annual Realtors Round Table on Aug 12 at Pan Pacific Singapore. This exclusive evening honoured individuals who demonstrated exemplary performance, unwavering consistency, and the embodiment of high ethical standards within the real estate profession. The evening was a night of celebration and commendation, from valuable networking opportunities to comedic entertainment.

Winners at the Realtors’ Roundtable 2025

The introduction of the trophy this year was no mere formality. It symbolises the effort of each individual who worked tirelessly with dedication and drive to uphold their integrity in the real estate industry. It is a reminder of the role each realtor plays in shaping the community through their success.

While personal production was a key measurement of a realtor’s achievement in last year’s awards, overriding commission has been added as another indicator of success in this year’s Realtors’ Roundtable. Overriding commission quantifies the effort a realtor has put into building their team, an essential measure in maintaining the competency of the real estate industry in Singapore.

Eligibility for the club is determined based on the performance metrics calculated in the local currency of the individual’s primary market for 2024.

Method of production	Member	Rising Star Member	Millionaire Member
Received commission*	$200,000 – $499,999	$500,000 – $999,999	≥ $1,000,000
*Based on production and overriding commissions between Jan 1, 2024, and Dec 31, 2024, expressed in local currency. Production is defined as commission income received. Production excludes basic income, team overriding commissions, and deductibles (agency cuts & taxes).

“Member numbers are up 34% compared to last year. That’s not just a bigger number; it’s a sign that more of you are participating, more of you are raising your game, and more of you see the importance of celebrating the hard work you put in.” Bernard Tong, CEO of EdgeProp Singapore, says.

During the application process, realtors submit their commission and overriding amount received for assessment, and the data is verified with either their respective registered agencies or their official income statements. The results go through a second verification round with our Official Knowledge Partner, KPMG Singapore.

“Being a realtor in Singapore is not easy, to be honest. Every weekend, you spend tons of money on flyers, stand under the hot sun to hand them out and then compete with thousands of other agents to fight to close deals at a showflat through a ballot system, essentially a lottery. And then, just when you think you’ve got a deal, cooling measures kick in, interest rates change, or the seller suddenly decides to ‘wait for a better offer’,” says Tong.

“Yet, here you are — still closing, still growing, still finding a way. That’s what makes this industry special. It’s full of people who don’t just wait for the perfect market; you create opportunities in whatever market you’re given, and this is particularly true for this group here today. And that’s something to be proud of,” Tong adds.

Of the 266 members who qualified this year, 51 repeated their achievement from last year. This is a testament to their sustained excellence and commitment to their craft. Achieving eligibility once is challenging; doing so for consecutive years is truly commendable. Members who qualify for three consecutive years earn Milestone status, while those who reach five consecutive years achieve the prestigious Landmark status.

Please refer to the complete list of 2025 members below:

MILLIONAIRE MEMBER
Singapore		Malaysia
Business Name	CEA licence no.	Business Name	licence no.	Business Name	licence no.
Daniel Chong	R030342B	Andy Teoh	E (3) 2136	Karen Ng Soh Huei	REN 14461
Eric Goh	R024237G	Angel Tan	REN 02922	Mabel Mak	PEA 0985
Jeremy Lim	R017809A	Angela Lee	REN 04297	Norman	REN 56573
Loyalle Chin	R047968G	Edward Yeoh	REN 65415	Paul Lim	REN 26419
Lynn Er	R024060I	Edwin Ong	REN 07942	Phoebe Foo Jie Chyi	REN 39209
Nizam Adli	R009461J	Eken Ng	REN 09700	Rachel Loo	PEA 2035
Rambo Kor	R031725C	Elainne Phang	REN 09625	Rita Jiang	REN 31575
Stella Thio	R030286H	Ernest Ong Swee Gim	REN 40148	Sean Liew	REN 30734
Vincent Lim	R026632B	Eugene Tan	REN 10087	Sean Tiew	REN 37388
		George Ng	REN 17400	Simon Lim	REN 12367
		Ivan Wong Khai Mun	REN 09162	Victor Lim Wee Tat	REN 09135
		Jason Teo	REN 25138	YC Wong	REN 56571

ELITE MEMBER
Singapore		Malaysia
Business Name	CEA licence no.	Business Name	licence no.
Alex Goh	R024505H	Adzura Mohd Zamedin	REN 04287
Alex Ng	R009772E	Albert Hoo	REN 65544
Ann Lee	R007611F	Amin Mahat	REN 70847
Anthony Chua	R020000C	Andy Lau Pik Kwong	REN 32839
Ashlyn Peh	R059953D	Beelee Ku	REN 48501
Catherine Lee	R009414I	Celestine Ting	REN 42028
Chris Choo	R016290Z	Connie Soh Moi Chuan	REN 60618
Clarence Foo	R052281G	Daniel Yong Hong Fatt	REN 14043
Clarie Lim	R059246G	HuiHui Kok	REN 60129
Donavan Tan	R066799J	Hycintha Sii Ping Sieng	PEA 2252
Elaine Goh	R042676A	Jack Yap	REN 20653
Faith Quek	R005493G	Jacq Sim	REN 07430
Hakim Halim	R063000H	Jannah Ali	REN 33302
Ivan Seah	R045857D	Jason Kok	REN 39793
Jasmine Lau	R013868E	Jeffrey Kiong	REN 27719
Jim Leong	R056779I	Jess Chong	REN 48007
Joy Toh	R045565F	Johannes Loo	REN 34083
Justin Kwek	R041348A	Johnathan Teo	REN 39045
Lim Li Yuen	R060059A	Judy Tan	REN 01785
Lincoln Choo K B	R024093E	Kevin Goh	PEA 2729
Lynn Tiang	R008601D	Kevin Lim	REN 43473
Maggie Yang	R051087H	Kho Chng Guan	REN 08689
Martin Goh	R001839F	Liny Ong	REN 59112
Mary Tan	R007295A	Lucas Liew	REN 29489
Nick Tan	R040814C	Mason Sia	REN 00792
Phoebe Ang	R027574G	Michael Lam	REN 26181
Ray Teo	R010198F	Philip Chan	REN 34066
Raycher Lim	R044853F	Robert Kong Chin Siong	REN 45492
Raymond Ler	R003417J	Ryan Tan Chuan Wee	REN 39046
Richard Jany	R000383F	Tan Kai Lun	REN 21991
Ron Lim	R018220Z	TH Lee	REN 05664
Ryan Lee K K	R055105A	Victor Lim Yu Chee	REN 36613
Shawn Thayalan	R014220H	Vincent Chong Jin Yu	REN 53247
Shen Jiaming	R021292C	Zoey Lee	REN 56789
Val Lin	R063241H
Vincent Tay	R001840Z

MEMBER
Singapore				Malaysia
Business Name	CEA licence no.	Business Name	CEA licence no.	Business Name	licence no.
Adelyn Chan	R002209A	Jeremy Quah	R063595F	Aaron Lam	REN 06036
Aileen Yeo	R015747G	Jimmy Lye	R014198H	Abby Chew	E 3082
Aiman Roza	R064095D	Joe Ong	R049112A	Almes H’ng	REN 46378
Albert Tan	R045222C	Jolyn Lim	R062253F	Anders Ong	PEA 2708
Amy Lim	R016002H	Joshua Tan	R067053H	Andrew Kan	REN 30355
Andrew Phee	R024642I	Julianto Cahyadi	R060528C	Annie Bong Jing Xian	PEA 3793
Andrew Wong	R063296E	June Bala	R014013B	Annie Hee	REN 46494
Andy Lim Junchen	R050816D	June Leng	R012861B	Bill Khong Weng Kai	REN 19750
Annie Heng	R043835B	Kenneth Loh	R051340J	Bryant Liow	REN 29368
Asyraff Khan	R051755D	Kenny Lee	R048309I	Camie Tang	PEA 1794
Audrey Wong	R028383I	Kesang Yanki Labattu	R047826E	Connie Lee	REN 24050
Augustine Wee	R028262Z	Lara Lam	R065692Z	Dexter Lim	REN 64805
Ben Huang	R051182C	Laven Loo	R060597F	Dicson Loh Wen Jiun	REN 27609
Brian Wong	R064364D	Lindy Lee	R049099J	Eila Muhamad	REN 49490
Bruce Ang	R019087C	Liong Phang Fei	R057131A	Elvis Eng	REN 78550
Carrie Zhang	R044936B	Lisa Seow	R057486H	Elyas Sulaiman	PEA 1616
Caryn Wong	R069458E	Louis Tey	R052354F	Etto Chee	REN 18144
Chew Hock Ngee	R041715J	Mandy Gracie Tan	R006354E	Farah Najwa (Kak Yong)	REN 42349
Ching Chia	R067066F	Mark Tan	R068292A	Felix Cheng	REN 25339
Chris Chua	R030867Z	Mervyn Ong	R068299B	Ferlim Lim	REN 41426
Chua Rui Song Alvin	R051901H	Mohd Ameen	R024674G	Fiona Chin	REN 00140
Clinton Yew	R009287A	Nancy Tan	R041725H	Ghaz Ibrahim	REN 38372
Colin Choo	R045976G	Neo Chee Seng	R010137D	Henrick Tan	REN 16279
David Hwang	R010782H	Ng Yun Jian (Javier)	R000194B	Hilal Alias	PEA 1607
Don Kah	R068060G	Nick R.L	R002622D	Ho Maggie	REN 23792
Don Lim	R053988D	Nigel Lee	R063275B	Hui Jun Hoe	REN 63478
Doris Tan	R010121H	Perry Siow	R006056B	Jacelyn Ng	REN 08753
Douglas Chew	R045080H	Peter Loh	R028064C	Jacky Liew	PEA 2026
Dylan Poh	R043788G	Png Wei Guang Don	R043330Z	Jazz Lim Tong Huooi	REN 43278
Eddy Ong	R044677J	Rachel Yeen	R045908B	Jeffrey Ng	REN 19236
Edith Tay	R002319E	Raymond Tung	R027394I	Jovine Ng	REN 19766
Edmund Goh	R030777J	Sean Yin	R006541F	Kenneth Kwok	REN 00632
Edwin Kheng	R005738C	Sharolyn Chun	R007773B	Kent Fatt	REN 15215
Eileen Leong	R026443E	Shirley Fong	R064755G	Koh Wee Min	REN 46982
Fendy Lee	R018080J	Soh Shu Hui	R066982D	Lau Yong Sern	REN 47890
Gary Koh	R029187D	Swan	R066500G	Loh Beng Piau	REN 00751
Gavan Lee	R055759I	Sylvia Wandly	R019365A	Lucas Fong Er Hao	REN 53849
Goh Pei Chang Ethan	R064895H	Tan Jia Da	R064766J	Max Ong	REN 09693
Goh Zong Han	R061881D	Tan Xiuqing Natalie	R018409A	Michael Chng	REN 51668
Imelda Quek	R064322D	Tasso Chan	R028756G	Michael Kong Kang Wei	REN 41775
Irene Joan Sim	R024277F	Tay Chai Heng	R062360E	Mohammad Fareed	REN 20636
Ivy Yeo	R045707A	Tracy Teo	R023837Z	Mohd Fitri MF	REN 55084
Izaac Fong	R064008I	Veann Lee	R050685D	Mohd Hafidz Hanif	REN 59077
James Sim	R051809G	Wanni Chan	R048908I	Mohd Haris	REN 18502
Jamie Yoeng	R006717F	William Tan	R061781H	Muhammad Azizirrahim	REN 35533
Janice Lee	R064268H	Yumei Ng	R059711F	Nas	E 2615
Jasmine Tan	R005745F	Zola Tan	R029291I	Neou Wee Ping	REN 35861
Jenna Tong	R026756F			Nor Syatilla	REN 24819
Jeremiah Chua	R046635F			Nuzulhakimi Ayob	REN 55942
Jeremy Pher	R003742J			Raymond Khoo	REN 46969
				Rinna Khoo	PEA 2458
				Rosmawati Mustapha	REN 42406
				Sam Cheng	REN 34574
				Sam Khoo	REN 40540
				Shamnee Cheng	REN 40800
				Simon Yang	REN 22909
				Sr Khairulnawawi	E 3145
				Sue Hartanah	REN 49007
				Thomas Wong	E 2649
				William Wong	REN 15548
				Wilson Lim Wei Sern	REN 29646
				Wilson Ng	REN 33305
				Wilson Ong	REN 57695
				Wong Kok Leong	REN 57545
				Yad Zahari	REN 54620
				YC Liow	REN 24042

The Realtors’ Roundtable will also be held in Malaysia on September 19, 2025, at M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

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XTransfer Attends Brazil’s Largest E-Commerce Summit

MIL OSI

August 13, 2025

Source: Media Outreach

XTransfer, the world-leading and China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is dedicated to providing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with secure, compliant, fast, convenient and low-cost foreign trade payment and fund collection solutions, significantly reducing the cost of global expansion and enhancing global competitiveness. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Shanghai and has branches in Hong Kong SAR, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, the UAE, and Nigeria. XTransfer has obtained local payment licences in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, and Australia. To date, XTransfer serves over 700,000 enterprise clients worldwide.

Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Shanghai and has branches in Hong Kong SAR, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, the UAE, and Nigeria. XTransfer has obtained local payment licences in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, and Australia.

By cooperating with well-known multinational banks and financial institutions, XTransfer has built a unified global multi-currency clearing network and a data-based, automated, internet-based and intelligent anti-money laundering risk control infrastructure centred on SMEs. XTransfer uses technology as a bridge to link large financial institutions and SMEs around the world, allowing SMEs to enjoy the same level of cross-border financial services as large multinational corporations.

XTransfer completed its Series D financing in September 2021 and achieved unicorn status. The company has a diverse composition of international investors, including D1 Capital Partners LP, Telstra Ventures, China Merchants Venture, eWTP Capital, Yunqi Capital, Gaorong Capital, 01VC, MindWorks and Lavender Hill Capital Partners.

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Agridence Transitions to Founder-Led Governance, Secures Global Investment to Accelerate Multi-Commodity Compliance Platform

MIL OSI

August 13, 2025

Source: Media Outreach

Additional funding allows Agridence to better deliver its traceability modules and ESG solutions across agri-commodity sectors globally.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2025 – Agridence Pte. Ltd. (“Agridence”), a Singapore-based technology leader in digital agri-commodity supply chains, today announced a funding round led by Cercano Management and supported by returning strategic investors EXEO Innovation Fund and Provident. This will empower Agridence to rapidly scale its multi-commodity compliance platform to help its customers by tackling industry-wide challenges such as supply chain opacity, sustainability risks, and fragmented smallholder networks.

CEO Gerald Tan, who led Agridence’s development since its inception in 2018, has invested additional capital to solidify his position as founder and the single largest individual shareholder of the company. This transition from a corporate venture-built startup to a founder owned and led enterprise underscores Tan’s commitment to delivering value to Agridence’s customers.

“This funding marks a pivotal new chapter for Agridence. We are immensely grateful for the foundational support from our early corporate shareholders; their backing was instrumental during our startup phase and crucial in building the robust platform we have today. Now, as we mature, embracing a founder-led model is key to unlocking greater agility and neutrality. That’s why this shift isn’t just about capital; it’s fundamentally about ownership alignment and direct accountability,” said Gerald Tan, CEO and Founder of Agridence. “The modular traceability infrastructure we built for natural rubber is now powering compliance for palm oil, cocoa, and beyond, proving these challenges are universal across agri-commodities, and we are now better positioned than ever to solve them.”

Why This Matters: Neutrality Meets Regulatory Urgency

The shift to an independent, founder-led model provides better alignment and allows Agridence to address a critical industry need for a truly neutral technology platform that serves all stakeholders without corporate bias.

“Southeast Asia is a key source and integral region in the global agri-commodities supply chain. A platform like Agridence that applies technology while working with local stakeholders for a more transparent, sustainable, and responsible sourcing is imperative for the industry. With this additional capital and new model, we see immense potential in Agridence, especially so being independently led by a local founder who has an operating track record within the rubber sector and has a team with deep sector know-how and local knowledge,” said Yu Minjie, Managing Director at Cercano Management.

From Niche to Multi-Commodity Expansion

Agridence has evolved from its roots in digitizing physical natural rubber trades to delivering a comprehensive, multi-commodity platform for global MNCs and industry associations. Recent milestones include:

Natural Rubber: The Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR), whose members represent about 50% of the global market, uses Agridence’s reporting platform for annual sustainability data submissions.
Palm Oil: Agridence powers the RSPO Certification, Trade and Traceability System (prisma), supporting RSPO Certified Palm Oil trades and Sustainable Palm Oil Credits. This initiative went live in February 2025, with nearly 20,000 users expected on the system.
Coconut: As the technology partner for the Sustainable Coconut Partnership’s SCP Links platform, Agridence is simplifying sustainability reporting, digitizing audits, and increasing transparency.
Cocoa: The company is driving smallholder inclusion through mapping programs across Africa.

Interest is also growing in coffee, cashew, sugarcane, and other sectors. The new funding will accelerate Agridence’s go-to-market strategy, supporting entry into new commodity verticals and geographic markets through strategic partnerships and acquisitions.

“Our biggest differentiator is our team’s deep and diverse agri-commodity background,” Gerald Tan added. “Trust is everything in this business. By leveraging our relationships, domain expertise, and technology innovations, we deliver proven regulatory and risk frameworks that solve our customers’ real pain points. We know the challenges because we’ve lived them and our partners trust us to solve them.”

“Agridence has proven its capability to scale across multiple commodities and has earned the trust of global corporates, MNCs and industry associations. With momentum building in new commodities and geographies, the company is poised for exciting growth. We are proud to back the Agridence team as they enter this next chapter and deliver measurable impact across global supply chains,” said Lim Swee Yong, CEO of EXEO Innovation Fund Management.

https://agridence.com
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