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AMSTERDAM, Sept 5, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - LOLC Advanced Technologies (LOLC AT), a fully owned subsidiary of LOLC Holdings PLC, together with Corsair Group International, headquartered in Amsterdam, has announced a landmark partnership to upgrade and expand LOLC AT's existing waste-to-fuel plant at Kerawalapitiya. This strategic initiative aims to address Sri Lanka's growing plastic and polythene waste challenge. With Sri Lanka generating an estimated 7,000 metric tons of solid waste per day, equating to roughly 2.56 million metric tons per year, a significant portion of which consists of polythene and plastic. Plastic pollution has become one of the nation's most pressing environmental concerns, with much of this waste ends up in overflowing landfills, waterways, and oceans, posing serious threats to ecosystems, public health, and tourism.LOLC AT invested in and commissioned a waste-to-fuel plant in 2023, which it has successfully operated throughout 2024. This facility converts non-recyclable plastics into a reusable fuel, offering a viable alternative to fossil fuels while diverting waste from landfill and incineration. The newly formed partnership with Corsair Group International will build upon this foundation, introducing cutting-edge enhancements to increase processing capacity and improve efficiency. Through proprietary technology developed in-house by Corsair together with its technology partners, the project will focus on producing high-quality, ISCC PLUS-certified Pyrolysis Oil contributing to a fully circular economy where waste is transformed into resources that can be reintegrated into the economy in a sustainable and scalable way.The expanded facility will be able to handle larger volumes of plastic waste and process a broader range of material types, transforming them into high-quality pyrolysis oil that serves as a raw material for petrochemical companies to produce new plastics positioning the facility as a key contributor to the circular plastics value chain. In doing so, it will not only address a critical environmental challenge but also create green jobs, stimulate innovation, and position Sri Lanka as a regional leader in sustainable waste management solutions.Designed with cutting-edge technology, the new facility will have the capacity to process 12 million kilograms of plastic waste annually, converting it into high-quality Pyrolysis Oil. This oil will serve as a sustainable raw material for the petrochemical industry, enabling the production of new, recycled, and environmentally friendly plastic products. By transforming discarded plastic from landfills into valuable raw materials, the facility will not only help clean the environment of pollution but also contribute to a more sustainable and circular economy in Sri Lanka.Construction of the facility is scheduled to commence in 2025, with completion expected within approximately two years. Under the partnership, Corsair Group will bring in its technical expertise and global experience in plastic waste recycling, while LOLC AT will leverage its operational capabilities and commitment to developing projects that deliver lasting socio-economic and financial benefits to Sri Lanka.Sharing his thoughts on the new partnership, Mr. Danesh Abeyrathna, Director/ CEO of LOLC Advanced Technologies stated, "This partnership marks a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering sustainable solutions to some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing Sri Lanka today. By leveraging our operational expertise alongside Corsair's proven waste-to-fuel technology, we aim to not only enhance the efficiency and capacity of our existing facility but also create a tangible, positive impact on the country's plastic and polythene waste problem. Together, we are driving innovation that turns environmental responsibility into practical, measurable action for a greener future".Mr. Jussi Saloranta, CEO of Corsair Group International, added, "We are very excited and honoured to enter into this partnership with LOLC. As one of the most diversified conglomerates in Sri Lanka, LOLC provides an ideal platform for us to collaborate and create meaningful impact. This facility in Colombo represents the first of several planned joint initiatives, and we are fully committed to investing in Sri Lanka's sustainable development. Together, we aim to tackle the plastic waste challenge while building a cleaner, greener future for communities across the country."About LOLC Advanced TechnologiesLOLC Advanced Technologies (Pvt) Ltd., a fully owned subsidiary of LOLC Holdings PLC, is the research, innovation, and new business development arm of the Group. The company focuses on pioneering ventures that create long-term socio-economic value and financial returns for the country. Current projects span advanced materials such as graphene, high-value spice extraction, and waste-to-value initiatives that address pressing environmental and economic needs.About Corsair Group:Corsair Group International, headquartered in Amsterdam, is one of the fastest-growing companies in plastic waste recycling, focused on producing high-quality pyrolysis oil. With operations and partnerships spanning Asia, Europe, and North America, the company specializes in converting end-of-life plastics-often destined for landfills or oceans-into premium raw material for petrochemical companies to create new plastics, rather than fuels that are burned and lost from circulation. Corsair's further-developed technology and expertise enable scalable, commercially viable solutions that reduce plastic pollution, recover resources, and strengthen the circular plastics economy. Through its international projects, Corsair has already diverted thousands of tons of plastic from the environment, contributing to a more sustainable global future.Contact Infomail: info@corsairnow.comphone: +66 957 613 702SOURCE: Corsair group Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港，2025年9月5日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 年度时尚盛事 CENTRESTAGE（香港国际时尚匯展）首晚（9月3日）举行的大型时装匯演 Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show，呈献四个本地品牌 ANGUS TSUI、ARTY:ACTIVE、IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO 及 selfFab. 的创意系列。今年同时迎来 Fashion Hong Kong海外时装推广系列活动十周年，Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show 特别以 「十年设计：所见？所感？」为主题，回顾香港设计师的创作歷程，探索视觉与情感的交织。四位设计师透过创新作品展现个人故事、文化传承与设计巧思，将「所见」与「所感」交融，为观众带来一场兼具视觉冲击与情感共鸣的时尚体验。匯演获得一众业界人士、艺人和时尚爱好者热烈捧场，出席艺人包括陈凯琳、胡子彤、何启华、陈海宁等。由香港贸易发展局（香港贸发局）主办、香港特别行政区政府「文创产业发展处」贊助的亚太区时装界盛事 CENTRESTAGE（香港国际时尚匯展）正于湾仔香港会议展览中心举行，展期至9月6日。今届CENTRESTAGE 匯聚25个国家及地区逾260个本地及海内外品牌参与，品牌数目创歷史新高。展会一连四天免费开放予业界人士及公众参观，欢迎本地、内地以及海外访客亲临参与。CENTRESTAGE 与香港贸发局香港钟表展及国际名表荟萃同期举行，为与会者带来多元体验的时尚之旅，入场人士可一站式搜罗品牌服饰及各地名表，期间并会举办CENTRESTAGE X Watch & Clock幸运大抽奖。图片下载：http://bit.ly/4604T36出席Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show的艺人陈凯琳（身穿ANGUS TSUI ）胡子彤（身穿IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO）何启华（身穿 selfFab.）陈海宁（身穿 selfFab. ）陈颖妮（身穿ANGUS TSUI ）P1X3L成员叶振弘 (Marco)（身穿IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO）何居倬（身穿ARTY:ACTIVE）张进翘（身穿ANGUS TSUI）许宝恆（身穿ARTY:ACTIVE）ANGUS TSUI（设计师Angus Tsui）10周年系列品牌：ANGUS TSUI；系列：A Decade of Creating Otherworldly Universe in Fashion为庆祝品牌成立十周年，设计师回顾歷季经典设计以崭新手法重新演绎，并以焕然一新的作品为「Xeno」未来太空殖民故事划上休止符，呈现超现实与未来感交织的视觉盛宴。系列同时贯彻品牌的可持续理念，体现 Angus Tsui 对可持续发展与设计创新的坚持。ARTY:ACTIVE（设计师Gary Tsang）2026春夏时装系列品牌：ARTY:ACTIVE；系列：Pulsy Bouncy以近期流行的街头跑步风为灵感，系列《Pulsy Bouncy》以崭新手法将跑步时的流动线条与动感色彩转化为时尚元素，再结合科幻元素及运动所需的户外机能，打造出独具现代感的视觉语言。IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO（设计师Max Tsang）Chapter 06系列品牌：IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO；系列：Relics from a Near Future系列灵感来自电影《A.I.创世者》中的角色 Maya，描绘孤独旅者在废墟与荒野中的探索与生存。系列採用石洗与磨损质感唿应时间侵蚀的痕迹，并以功能性剪裁满足动态所需，呈现破碎未来下的新时尚语言。selfFab.（设计师Menu Tsai）2026春夏时装系列品牌：selfFab.；系列：Hybridized Armour: Cultural Codes Reconstructed系列从军装剪裁、足球球衣及19世纪维多利亚时期的服装轮廓汲取灵感，将制服重构为情感与文化的符码。透过拼贴迷彩布料、球衣材质与弃置徽章，系列以夸张的轮廓塑造现代化「铠甲」，为在破碎身份中探索自我的世代提供崭新表达方式。CENTRESTAGE展览详情：日期：2025年9月3至6日 (星期三至六)地点：香港会议展览中心日期CENTERSTAGE开放时间9月3日至5日 (星期三至五)上午10时至晚上7时免费开放予18 岁或以上的业内人士及公众人士参观9月6日 (星期六)上午10时至下午6时CENTRESTAGE展会网页：www.centrestage.com.hkCENETRESTAGE展会入场预先登记连结：https://bit.ly/3QNzd7MFashion Hong Kong网页：https://www.fashionhongkong.com/tc香港青年时装设计家创作表演赛(YDC)网页：www.fashionally.com/zh-hk/传媒联络Best Crew Public Relations & Marketing邓丽儿 电话：(852) 3594 6443 电邮：diana.tang@bestcrewpr.com郭颖轩 电话：(852) 3594 6443 电邮：reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.com如有需更多资料，请联络香港贸发局传讯及公共事务部：夏妙婷电话：(852) 2584 4575电邮：sharon.mt.ha@hktdc.org黄家欣电话：(852) 2584 4524电邮：katy.ky.wong@hktdc.org香港贸发局新闻中心︰http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tcFashion Hong Kong简介Fashion Hong Kong 是香港贸易发展局推广香港时装设计的活动，锐意带领香港时装设计师及品牌连繫国际市场，向世界展示香港独特而多样的时尚魅力。Fashion Hong Kong自2015年起参与多个重要时装週及活动，足迹遍佈纽约、伦敦、巴黎、米兰、哥本哈根、上海、深圳、东京及首尔。香港贸易发展局简介香港贸易发展局(香港贸发局)是于1966年成立的法定机构，负责促进、协助和发展香港贸易。香港贸发局在世界各地设有超过50个办事处，其中13个设于中国内地，致力推广本港作为双向环球投资及商业枢纽。 香港贸发局通过举办国际展览会、会议及商贸考察团，为企业(尤其是中小企)开拓内地和环球市场的机遇。香港贸发局亦通过研究报告和数码资讯平台，提供最新的市场分析和产品资讯。有关香港贸发局的其他资讯，请浏览www.hktdc.com/aboutus/tc。文创产业发展处简介文创产业发展处于2024年6月成立，前身为「创意香港」，是香港特别行政区政府文化体育及旅游局辖下专责为文化和创意业界提供一站式服务与支援的办公室，致力为香港营造有利的环境，促进艺术、文化及创意业界的产业化发展。现时的策略重点为培育人才及促进初创企业的发展、开拓市场、推动更多跨界别、跨文化艺术领域的合作、推动文化艺术和创意业界产业化发展，以及推动香港成为亚洲创意之都，并在社会营造创意氛围，以落实国家《十四五规划纲要》下香港作为中外文化艺术交流中心的定位。网址：https://www.ccidahk.gov.hk。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SINGAPORE, Sept 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Asia Unicorn Forum (AUF), a future-shaping organisation dedicated to advancing technological innovation and sustainable growth among Asia’s unicorn companies, had published its 2024 Asia Unicorn Development Report in May 2025.The report identifies China, India, and Israel as Asia’s top three nations by unicorn count, with China holding a commanding lead.“While unicorns have long been a focus in investment circles, we now recognise them as a distinct economic phenomenon," said Mr Liu Yanlong (刘彦龙), Executive Chairman of AUF, emphasising the report’s groundbreaking approach and methodology."For the first time, we define unicorns as part of a standalone unicorn economy. Unlike other reports, we analysed 59 metrics across six categories—entrepreneurship, business model innovation, technological edge, capital strength, and more—to uncover the unique drivers of Asian unicorns."We’ve identified a replicable strategic pattern: the Creating Neo-Market Strategy (CNM). Unicorns aren’t just great companies; they pioneer entirely new market categories and become transformative forces."Key Findings1. Landscape for Unicorns- Asia is home to 646 unicorns (startups valued at more than US$1.0 billion) with a combined valuation of US$2.4 trillion (average US$37.0 billion per company), spanning 16 countries and 11 industries.- China dominates with 454 unicorns (70% of Asia’s total), followed by India (12%) and Israel. Only five countries — China, India, Israel, Singapore, and South Korea — have over 10 unicorns each (see Chart 1).2. 2024 Asia Top 100 Unicorns- China claims 75 spots, India 11, and Israel 6, collectively representing 92% of the list.3. Valuation Insights- Total Valuation: China’s unicorns account for US$1.74 trillion (73% of Asia’s total), while India’s total is US$281.8 billion (12%).- Average Valuation: China, Singapore, the UAE, and Vietnam exceed Asia’s average of US$37 billion (see Chart 2).4. Industry Breakdown:- China’s unicorns lead in software, transportation, key and core technology, consumer, fintech, and media/entertainment, each surpassing US$100 billion in total valuation. India’s software sector is its sole industry crossing this threshold.- Israel (software) and Singapore (consumer) show notable valuations (see Chart 3).5. Emerging Unicorns:- 73 new unicorns emerged in 2024, including 10 companies that achieved unicorn status within one year—far outpacing the traditional 10-year trajectory. Eight of these are Chinese companies.6. Business Models:- Platform-based (43%) and technology-driven (42%) models dominate Asia’s unicorn ecosystem.Future Trends - Tech Convergence: IT and biotech will increasingly merge, with growth extending into new energy and advanced materials.- Regionalisation: Amid global fragmentation, Asian unicorns will face intensified regional competition and collaboration.- AI & Energy: Unicorns in these sectors are poised to surge, reshaping Asia’s energy landscape.Report AvailabilityThe 300-page 2024 Asia Unicorn Development Report offers in-depth analysis of success patterns and regional drivers. For details, visit AUF’s official WeChat channel (Asia Unicorn AUF) or email auf@auforum.org.Charts Referenced1. Chart 1: Geographic Distribution of Unicorns in Asia (by Country Count)2. Chart 2: Total and Average Valuation of Asian Unicorns by Country3. Chart 3: Bubble Chart of Total Valuation Distribution by Country and IndustryFor media and any queries, please contact:AUF SecretariatEmail: auf@auforum.org Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

KualaLumpur, Sep 5, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – CBL International Limited (NASDAQ: BANL) (the “Company” or “CBL”), the listing vehicle of the Banle Group (“Banle” or “the Group”), a leading marine fuel logistics company in the Asia-Pacific region, has announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 on September 2, 2025.1H 2025 Financial and Operational Highlights- Revenue of $265.17 million, reflecting resilient performance in a volatile macro environment.- Sales volume increased by 9.8%, driven by network expansion, new customer acquisitions, and expansion toward the non-container liner and biofuel segments.- Gross profit margin increased to 1.02% in 1H2025, reflecting the Company's strategic approach to maintaining profitability while growing market share in a competitive environment.- Net loss narrowed by 38.8% year-on-year to $992,000, demonstrating improved cost control and operating efficiency.- Biofuel sales surged 154.7%, driven by accelerating adoption of sustainable marine fuels under IMO 2023 and EU FuelEU Maritime regulations.- Global network expanded to 65 ports, strengthening CBL’s role as a global one-stop marine fuel logistics platform.- Cash balance of $5.43 million and $50 million committed banking facilities provide strong financial flexibility to support growth and shareholder value.Financial Performance OverviewThe Company reported consolidated revenue of $265.17 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, representing a 4.4% decrease from $277.23 million in the same period of 2024. The decrease was mainly attributable to the decrease in the marine fuel price which was partially offset by the increase in the sales volume. The increase in sales volume was mainly driven by network expansion, new customer acquisitions, and expansion toward the non-container liner and biofuel segments. Furthermore, the Group’s network demonstrated the Group’s resilience to geopolitical impacts on the marine industry.Gross profit remained stable at $2.71 million with an increase in sales volume to cope with the challenging competition in the market, while gross profit margin increased from 0.98% in 1H2024 to 1.02% in 1H2025. This margin expansion reflects the Company's strategic approach to maintaining profitability while growing market share in a competitive environment.The Company reported a net loss of $992,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, representing a significant 38.8% improvement compared to a net loss of $1.62 million in the same period of 2024, primarily driven by disciplined cost management and operational efficiency initiatives that reduced operating expenses by 17% to $3.42 million from $4.12 million in 1H 2024.Cash and cash equivalents stood at $5.43 million as of June 30, 2025, supported by improved working capital management and expanded banking facilities of $50.0 million, providing enhanced financial flexibility for growth initiatives.Strategic Expansion and Operational ExcellenceCBL's operational expansion continued to be a key growth driver, with the Company's global service network reaching 65 ports by June 30, 2025, strategically positioned across Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, and Central America. This expansion enabled CBL to effectively navigate geopolitical disruptions, particularly in the Red Sea region and the Middle East, along with the changes in global trade patterns due to the impact of U.S. tariffs policy, by capturing increased demand along alternative intra-Asia and Euro-Asia trade routes.Customer diversification reached a significant milestone, with non-container liner sales accounting for 36.9% of revenue, while sales concentration among the top five customers declined to 60.4% from 66.7% in 1H 2024. The Company continues to service nine of the world's top 12 container shipping lines, which contributed nearly 60% of global container fleet capacity.Additionally, biofuel sales demand was fueled by stricter environmental regulations, including IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator and the EU’s FuelEU Maritime, and surged 154.7% year-on-year in 1H2025, with volumes up 189.5%, reinforcing CBL’s forerunning position in sustainable marine fuels. The Company stayed ahead of this trend with the successful rollout of its B24 biofuel in China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, followed by a 2025 launch in Singapore. The B24 blend, comprising 76% conventional fuel and 24% UCOME, delivers a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional marine fuels.Stricter Environmental Regulations and Industry ReshapingDespite the unpredictability of U.S. trade policy, oil prices, and geopolitical risks, CBL remains cautiously optimistic about the outlook as further uncertainties could impact our results of operations for a particular period. Regarding the ongoing instability in the Red Sea, where vessels were rerouted via the Cape of Good Hope, CBL targeted the increased demand from rerouted vessels, ensuring that our strategic supply chain could meet these demands, allowing us to maintain the stability of our offerings and capitalize on the opportunities created by these disruptions.The adoption of biofuels and other sustainable marine fuels is accelerating as stricter environmental regulations reshape the shipping industry. Consultant agency Exactitude Consultancy is projecting a 50.4% CAGR for the green marine fuel market from 2023 to 2030, as demand for biofuels is expected to climb sharply. Leveraging its early move into sustainable fuels, CBL is expanding its biofuel supply chain and exploring LNG and methanol, positioning itself to capture growth while helping customers meet tightening decarbonization targets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and other key markets.Management Commentary and Future OutlookDr. Teck Lim Chia, Chairman and CEO of CBL International Limited, stated, “Our first half results highlight significant strategic progress. Despite a challenging macro backdrop, we successfully expanded our global network, accelerated our biofuel transition with triple-digit growth, and narrowed our net loss by nearly 40%. These achievements underscore our resilience, operational discipline, and confidence in long-term growth.As regulations tighten and customer demand for sustainable marine fuels accelerates, CBL is uniquely positioned as an early mover with the ISCC certifications and supply partnerships to lead the market transition. We remain focused on executing our strategy to deliver profitable growth and long-term shareholder value.”Outlook Looking ahead, CBL expects to:- Further scale its biofuel supply chain and explore LNG and methanol, leveraging regulatory support and customer adoption.- Continue expanding port coverage to enhance global connectivity.- Maintain disciplined cost management and capitalize on financial flexibility to invest in sustainable fuels and potential shareholder return initiatives.Webcast DetailsCBL International Limited (Nasdaq: BANL) cordially invites you to participate in a webcast to discuss its financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025.Event:2025 Interim Results WebcastDate and Time:10:00 pm – 11:00 pm US EST on September 15, 2025 (Monday) 10:00 am – 11:00 am MST/HKT on September 16, 2025 (Tuesday)Access:The webinar can be accessed live through the website provided below.Webcast Link: https://webcast.roadshowchina.cn/k8WDrnAbout the Banle GroupCBL International Limited (Nasdaq: BANL) is the listing vehicle of Banle Group, a reputable marine fuel logistics company based in the Asia Pacific region that was established in 2015. We are committed to providing customers with a one-stop solution for vessel refueling, which is referred to as bunkering facilitator in the bunkering industry. We facilitate vessel refueling mainly through local physical suppliers in 65 major ports covering Belgium, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mauritius, Panama, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam. The Group actively promotes the use of sustainable fuels and has been awarded the ISCC EU and ISCC Plus certifications.For more information about our Company, please visit our website at: https://www.banle-intl.com.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this announcement are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “could,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “future,” “outlook,” “potential,” “project” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding estimates and forecasts of other performance metrics and projections of market opportunity. They involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release and on current expectations of BANL’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of BANL. Some important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in any forward-looking statements could include changes in domestic and foreign business, fuel prices and tariffs, market, financial, political and legal conditions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's filings with the SEC.CBL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liabilities)For more information, please contact:CBL International LimitedEmail: investors@banle-intl.comStrategic Financial Relations LimitedShelly Cheng Tel: (852) 2864 4857 Iris Au Yeung Tel: (852) 2114 4913 Email: sprg_cbl@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com