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MCG giants keen to restoring biodiversity

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Leading FMCG companies including Nestlé, Kellogg Company, Danone, Mars and Unilever have formed a new coalition aimed at protecting and restoring biodiversity within their supply chains and product portfolios. The…

Line launches online fashion customisation platform

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Character brand Line Friends has launched an online fashion customization platform where consumers can purchase personalized fashion items based on their lifestyles. The ‘Line Friends Creator’ app was released globally…

Bubble-tea chain Milksha opened in Australia

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Taiwanese bubble-tea chain Milksha has opened a flagship store in Melbourne, Australia. The store is the Milkshop brand’s first flagship in Australia. It operates 240 locations in several Asian countries.…

CU convenience store chain to open in Vietnam

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

South Korea’s CU convenience store chain will expand its footprint to Vietnam, its second international market after Mongolia. BGF Retail, the operator of CU, signed a master franchise agreement with…

Forever 21 leaves Hong Kong amid bankruptcy predictions

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Once, Forever 21 had one of the largest flagship stores in Hong Kong. Now it has exited the market altogether. The California-headquartered fast-fashion retailer has closed its three-story Mong Kok…

Mana! looks abroad as plant-based, whole-foods business matures

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Fast-casual, plant-based whole-foods retailer Mana! Is eyeing further expansion both within Hong Kong and abroad after refining its format in multiple city locations. Founder Bobsy Gaia says Mana! Starstreet, its…

HSBC Announces Key Senior Appointments

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

HSBC Private Banking has announced the expanded role of Cynthia Lee, appointed as Regional Head of Private Wealth Solutions (PWS), Asia Pacific, and the appointment of Steven Weekes as Head…

Vingroup unit licensed to offer e-wallet services

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Vingroup’s loyalty program VinID has been permitted to operate e-wallet services, furthering the private conglomerate’s foray into cashless payment. VinID acquired local payment firm People Care Jsc in May. It also owns People…

AirAsia celebrates 600 million guests flown with BIG Sale

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Airasia the world’s best low-cost airline for 11 years running, is celebrating 600 million guests flown with a BIG Sale and six million promotional seats. Enjoy promotional all-in AirAsia BIG Member…

Alibaba Acquires One-Third of Ant Financial

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Alibaba Group has bought a 33 percent equity interest in Ant Financial, pulling the financial tech giant closer to mainland China. Following the acquisition, Ant will no longer be required…

How online retail is expanding in Australia

Mei Ling Tan October 8, 2019

Online retail is one of the biggest trends of today. Visiting the actual stores and going shop by shop to find your preferred product is slowly fading away and leaving…

Retailers commit to reduce climate footprint

Mei Ling Tan October 7, 2019

Gen Less, a government sponsored initiative to help New Zealanders and local businesses reduce their climate footprint, launched on Saturday – with several retailers already committing to take part. Some…

Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger about to open first standalone stores in NZ

Mei Ling Tan October 7, 2019

A mixture of international and local fashion and beauty retailers will be opening new stores in Commercial Bay when it opens next year. American clothing brands Calvin Klein and Tommy…

Thinkware dash cams opens flagship store in Singapore

Mei Ling Tan October 7, 2019

Dash cam firm Thinkware is opening a flagship store in Singapore. The Thinkware Singapore store will provide a suite of services including troubleshooting, warranty services, dash cam maintenance and repairs.…

Webjet earnings taking a hit from Thomas Cook bankruptcy

Mei Ling Tan October 7, 2019

Digital travel business Webjet is set to feel the pinch of the collapse of British travel company Thomas Cook. The online company, which manages the hotel bookings for Thomas Cook’s…

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MCG giants keen to restoring biodiversity

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Forever 21 leaves Hong Kong amid bankruptcy predictions

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HSBC Announces Key Senior Appointments

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AirAsia celebrates 600 million guests flown with BIG Sale

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