Nyxoah Announces Commercial Launch of Genio® Innovative Therapy in England

Nyxoah Announces Commercial Launch of Genio® Innovative Therapy in England
First patients implanted with Genio at UCLH, London

Mont–Saint–Guibert, Belgium – December 13, 2024, 8:05am CET / 2:05am ET – Nyxoah SA (Euronext Brussels/Nasdaq: NYXH) (“Nyxoah” or the “Company”), a medical technology company that develops breakthrough treatment alternatives for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) through neuromodulation, today announced the commercial launch of its Genio system in England, marked by the first successful implants performed at University College London Hospitals (UCLH).

Genio is now covered under the NHS Specialised Services Devices Programme (SSDP), enabling access to innovative therapies through specialized centers of excellence.

The first two patients were successfully implanted by Mr. Ryan Chin Taw Cheong, Consultant ENT and Sleep Surgeon at UCLH. Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Cheong said: “We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to offer Genio to our OSA patients. Genio is a groundbreaking, clinically proven therapy that addresses the unmet needs of individuals suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea.”

Olivier Taelman, CEO of Nyxoah, added: “Today represents an important milestone for Nyxoah as we introduce our Genio neurostimulation solution to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea in England. Congratulations to Mr. Cheong and his team on this remarkable achievement. We look forward to expanding our collaboration with UCLH and other leading hospitals in England as we continue our mission to make sleep simple for OSA patients.”

About Nyxoah
Nyxoah is reinventing sleep for the billion people that suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). We are a medical technology company that develops breakthrough treatment alternatives for OSA through neuromodulation. Our first innovation is Genio®, a battery–free hypoglossal neuromodulation device that is inserted through a single incision under the chin and controlled by a wearable. Through our commitment to innovation and clinical evidence, we have shown best–in–class outcomes for reducing OSA burden.

Following the successful completion of the BLAST OSA study, the Genio® system received its European CE Mark in 2019. Nyxoah completed two successful IPOs: on Euronext Brussels in September 2020 and NASDAQ in July 2021. Following the positive outcomes of the BETTER SLEEP study, Nyxoah received CE mark approval for the expansion of its therapeutic indications to Complete Concentric Collapse (CCC) patients, currently contraindicated in competitors’ therapy. Additionally, the Company announced positive outcomes from the DREAM IDE pivotal study for FDA and U.S. commercialization approval.

Caution – CE marked since 2019. Investigational device in the United States. Limited by U.S. federal law to investigational use in the United States.

FORWARD–LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements, beliefs and opinions in this press release are forward–looking, reflecting Nyxoah's current expectations and beliefs regarding the Genio® system; planned and ongoing clinical studies of the Genio® system; the potential advantages of the Genio® system; Nyxoah’s goals with respect to the development, regulatory pathway and potential use of the Genio® system; the utility of clinical data in potentially obtaining FDA approval of the Genio® system; and potential receipt of FDA approval and entrance into the U.S. market. By their nature, forward–looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward–looking statements. These risks, uncertainties, assumptions and factors could adversely affect the outcome and financial effects of the plans and events described herein. Additionally, these risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties set forth in the “Risk Factors” section of Nyxoah’s Annual Report on Form 20–F for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 20, 2024, and subsequent reports that Nyxoah files with the SEC. A multitude of factors including, but not limited to, changes in demand, competition and technology, can cause actual events, performance or results to differ significantly from any anticipated development. Forward looking statements contained in this press release regarding past trends or activities are not guarantees of future performance and should not be taken as a representation that such trends or activities will continue in the future. In addition, even if actual results or developments are consistent with the forward–looking statements contained in this press release, those results or developments may not be indicative of results or developments in future periods. No representations and warranties are made as to the accuracy or fairness of such forward–looking statements. As a result, Nyxoah expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release any updates or revisions to any forward–looking statements in this press release as a result of any change in expectations or any change in events, conditions, assumptions or circumstances on which these forward–looking statements are based, except if specifically required to do so by law or regulation. Neither Nyxoah nor its advisers or representatives nor any of its subsidiary undertakings or any such person's officers or employees guarantees that the assumptions underlying such forward–looking statements are free from errors nor does either accept any responsibility for the future accuracy of the forward–looking statements contained in this press release or the actual occurrence of the forecasted developments. You should not place undue reliance on forward–looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

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Five charts that define the energy transition

LONDON and HOUSTON and SINGAPORE, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the energy landscape rapidly transforms due to decarbonization, electrification, and geopolitical shifts, Wood Mackenzie has released five compelling charts that highlight key trends shaping the sector in the latest Horizons report.

These charts in the report titled ‘Conversation Starters: Five Energy Charts to Get You Talking’ provide valuable insights into the dynamics of energy markets, encompassing everything from the power systems of major economies to the growing adoption of electric vehicles.

“Between the power markets of the U.S. and China, the curious case of the North Sea transition, the towering ambition of CCS and the electrifying rise of EVs, these charts track the wonders of the energy transition in 2025 and beyond,” said author Malcolm Forbes–Cable, Vice President, Upstream and Carbon Management Consulting at Wood Mackenzie.

In the Horizons report ‘Top of the Charts: Five Energy Charts to Make You Think’, each chart was evaluated based on its ‘Wow Factor,’ conversational appeal, industry signpost and dissonance, offers a new lens on the energy transition.

Chinese transport: truly electrifying

China continues to lead the energy transition, in a pathway to source 50% of its power from low–carbon energy including hydro, solar, wind, nuclear, and energy storage by 2028, according to Wood Mackenzie. The report also projects that solar and wind capacity will exceed coal–fired power generation by 2037.

“Never has the world witnessed the pace of growth or transformation of an energy system that China is currently achieving,” said Forbes–Cable. “By 2025, China's installed solar and wind capacity will exceed that of both Europe and North America.”

Source: Wood Mackenzie Lens

China’s transport sector is also undergoing a significant transformation. By 2034, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) will dominate passenger vehicle sales, reaching a 66% market share. Combining BEVs and hybrids, EVs will constitute 89% of total sales, according to Wood Mackenzie.

“BEVs are projected to grow by 8% annually through 2030, while sales of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles are expected to decline by 11% each year,” said Forbes–Cable. “Wherever you are, Chinese EVs are coming your way.”

Source: Wood Mackenzie

U.S. power: data’s growing power habit

Meanwhile in the United States, power demand is also set to grow steadily after years of stagnation, largely due to the Fourth Industrial Revolution and increasing electrification. Key areas driving this demand include data centres, clean technology manufacturing, and the production of renewable energy equipment.

“Power demand is expected to grow by up to 1.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2034, highlighting the necessity of accelerating grid modernisation to maintain the U.S.'s competitive edge amid rising global competition, particularly from China,” said Forbes–Cable.

Source: Wood Mackenzie, Energy Information Administration

Carbon capture and storage: the ambitions of youth

Juxtaposing the Carbon capture and storage (CCS) capacity with LNG production creates an interesting illustration of the scale of the ambition for CCS. This chart is not drawing equivalence between the two industries but compares the growth of two large industrial systems handling gas in a cooled liquid state.

“Even in the delayed energy transition scenario, CCS capacity is expected to be three times greater than LNG supply volumes by 2050, while in the base case, it will be four times greater. This will require impressive growth rates!” said Forbes–Cable.

Source: Wood Mackenzie Lens

North Sea energy: the tortoise and the hare

The North Sea, once a significant source of oil and gas, was at the vanguard of the offshore wind sector. This chart plots oil and gas against offshore wind by quantifying the cumulative final energy output. Currently, the offshore wind capacity stands at 36 gigawatts (GW) and is projected to exceed 240 GW by 2050. Even so it will be past the end of the century before offshore winds cumulative energy output surpasses oil and gas.

Forbes–Cable said, “Having spent a number of years on rigs in the North Sea and experienced the awesome nature of the weather I was always curious as to the energy output from above and below the sea.”

North Sea cumulative final energy output of oil and gas versus offshore wind

Source: Wood Mackenzie Lens

Note: Beyond 2050, for the purposes of finding the intersection, it has been assumed that offshore wind power output grows by 2% annually.

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CGTN : la montée en puissance de la diversification économique de Macao atteint de nouveaux sommets

PÉKIN, 12 déc. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hui Ho–Kit, un étudiant de premier cycle qui vient de terminer ses études en Californie, est revenu en Chine dans sa ville natale de la région administrative spéciale (RAS) de Macao avec une nouvelle mission : apporter une technologie robotique de pointe du continent chinois à la ville. En tirant parti des ressources et des opportunités offertes par la région de la Grande Baie de Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao (GBA), il a pu créer son entreprise et exploiter l’écosystème technologique en pleine croissance de la région.

La GBA offre un environnement entrepreneurial unique, a déclaré Hui. « Chaque ville exploite ses propres atouts : Macao dispose de ressources liées au Portugal, Hong Kong excelle dans le domaine financier, et Shenzhen est leader dans le domaine de la fabrication intelligente. (Elles) collaborent ensemble de manière très étroite et pratique. »

Son histoire met en évidence un changement clé actuellement en cours à Macao, où une économie autrefois dépendante du jeu intègre désormais de nouvelles industries.

Depuis sa rétrocession à la Chine en 1999, la ville a connu une transformation spectaculaire. Historiquement connue pour ses casinos et son tourisme, elle s’est progressivement orientée vers la diversification économique. En fournissant à Macao les outils nécessaires pour assurer le développement de secteurs tels que la technologie, la finance et la culture, la GBA a joué un rôle crucial dans cette transformation. Aujourd’hui, grâce à son intégration dans ce cadre régional plus large, Macao n’est plus seulement une plaque tournante du tourisme, mais aussi un centre d’innovation.

En novembre dernier, le gouvernement de la RAS de Macao a publié un plan de développement en faveur de la diversification économique appropriée de la ville sur la période allant de 2024 à 2028. Ce document contient une planification et des dispositions spécifiques visant à assurer le développement de ses industries du tourisme et des loisirs, de la médecine traditionnelle chinoise et de la santé globale, de la finance moderne, des technologies nouvelles et de pointe, des congrès et expositions, de la culture et des sports.

Le plan coïncide avec une tendance croissante qui a mis en évidence le rôle que joue la ville dans la promotion de l’innovation technologique. Ces dernières années, les revenus issus de la collaboration industrie–université–recherche ont continué d’augmenter, de même que le nombre de projets de brevets élaborés dans les établissements d’enseignement supérieur de Macao. L’année dernière, les revenus issus de la collaboration industrie–université–recherche ont atteint environ 475 millions de patacas (environ 59,2 millions de dollars). Entre 2019 et septembre 2024, plus de 340 brevets ont ainsi été obtenus. Comme en témoigne le lancement en mai dernier de son premier satellite de sciences spatiales au centre de lancement de satellites de Jiuquan, Macao s’efforce également de s’aligner davantage sur les ambitions plus larges de la Chine continentale en matière d’exploration spatiale.

La stratégie de diversification de Macao comprend un autre élément clé qui consiste à promouvoir des événements à grande échelle comme le concours international de feux d’artifice, le festival international de musique et le Grand Prix. En attirant des millions de touristes chaque année, ces événements contribuent à insuffler une nouvelle énergie à l’économie de Macao et à réduire sa dépendance à l’égard des grands secteurs traditionnels telles que le jeu, ce qui renforce sa réputation de destination touristique internationale.

Le développement des infrastructures constitue un autre moteur de l’économie en pleine évolution de Macao. Dans le sud de la Chine, la création de la zone de coopération approfondie Guangdong–Macao à Hengqin, un district de la ville de Zhuhai, a considérablement amélioré la connectivité entre Macao et les villes voisines, comme Zhuhai. Le port de Gongbei, qui est le plus fréquenté des passages frontaliers entre Zhuhai et Macao, a enregistré de janvier à octobre plus de 90 millions de passages, soit en moyenne plus de 300 000 passages par jour. Cette circulation fluide des personnes, des biens et des services renforce le rôle de Macao en tant que plaque tournante régionale, avec des retombées positives pour le commerce, le tourisme et les collaborations transfrontalières.

En mettant l’accent sur une utilisation plus efficace des terres et sur le développement durable, l’urbanisme de la ville a également évolué. Près de 30 % des nouveaux projets d’aménagement du territoire de Macao se situent désormais dans la zone de coopération, ce qui favorise la collaboration transfrontalière et l’optimisation de l’espace. Associé à des infrastructures améliorées, cet aménagement stratégique du territoire renforce la durabilité globale de Macao et son intégration au sein de la GBA, garantissant ainsi à la ville un développement équilibré et durable à l’avenir.

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CGTN: الصعود يتواصل: طفرة جديدة في التنويع الاقتصادي في ماكاو

بكين, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

عاد Hui Ho–Kit، وهو طالب جامعي أنهى للتو دراسته في كاليفورنيا، إلى مسقط رأسه في منطقة ماكاو الإدارية الخاصة في الصين عازمًا على إنجاز مهمة جديدة تتمثل في جلب أحدث تقنيات الروبوتات من بر الصين الرئيسي إلى المدينة. وقد تَمَكَّن من تأسيس شركته والاستفادة من النظام البيئي التكنولوجي المتنامي في المنطقة، وذلك بالاستفادة من الموارد والفرص التي توفرها منطقة خليج غوانغدونغ وهونغ كونغ وماكاو الكبرى.

وأشار Hui إلى إن بيئة ريادة الأعمال في منطقة خليج غوانغدونغ وهونغ كونغ وماكاو الكبرى فريدة من نوعها. إذ قال: “تستفيد كل مدينة من نقاط القوة الخاصة بها – ماكاو لديها موارد مرتبطة بالبرتغال، وهونغ كونغ قوية في مجال التمويل، كما أن شنتشن رائدة في مجال التصنيع الذكي. وتتعاون هذه المدن معًا بشكل وثيق ومريح للغاية.”

تُبرز قصته تحولًا رئيسيًا جاريًا في ماكاو، حيث أن الاقتصاد الذي اعتاد الاعتماد على الألعاب يتبنى صناعات جديدة في الوقت الحالي.

لقد تغيرت المدينة تغيرًا كبيرًا منذ عودتها إلى الصين في عام 1999. وقد اشتهرت تاريخيًا بالكازينوهات والسياحة، إلا أنها تحولت باطراد نحو التنويع الاقتصادي. وقد اضطلعت منطقة خليج غوانغدونغ وهونغ كونغ وماكاو الكبرى بدور مهم في هذا التحول، حيث زودت ماكاو بالأدوات اللازمة لتطوير قطاعات مثل التكنولوجيا والتمويل والثقافة. واليوم، ومع اندماجها في هذا الإطار الإقليمي الأوسع، لم تَعُد ماكاو مركزًا للسياحة فحسب، بل أصبحت مركزًا للابتكار.

كانت حكومة منطقة ماكاو الإدارية الخاصة قد أصدرت في نوفمبر الماضي خطة تنمية للتنويع الاقتصادي المناسب للمدينة في الفترة من 2024 إلى 2028. وتوضح الوثيقة التخطيط والترتيبات الخاصة بتطوير صناعاتها في مجالات السياحة والترفيه، والطب الصيني التقليدي والصحة الشاملة، والتمويل الحديث، والتقنيات الجديدة والمتقدمة، والمؤتمرات والمعارض، والثقافة والرياضة.

تتزامن هذه الخطة مع اتجاه متزايد يسلط الضوء على دور المدينة في دفع عجلة الابتكار التكنولوجي. وعلى مدار السنوات الأخيرة، استمر ارتفاع عائدات التعاون بين الصناعة والجامعات والبحوث وعدد من المشاريع الحاصلة على براءات اختراع في مؤسسات التعليم العالي في ماكاو. وقد بلغت الإيرادات من التعاون بين الصناعة والجامعات والبحوث العام الماضي حوالي 475 مليون باتاكا (حوالي 59.2 مليون دولار). كما تم الحصول على أكثر من 340 براءة اختراع في الفترة ما بين 2019 وسبتمبر 2024. أصبحت ماكاو أيضًا أكثر نشاطًا في المواءمة مع طموحات استكشاف الفضاء الأوسع نطاقًا في البر الرئيسي؛ إذ أطلقت أول قمر صناعي لعلوم الفضاء في مركز جيوغوان لإطلاق الأقمار الصناعية في مايو الماضي.

كما ينطوي جزء رئيسي آخر من استراتيجية التنويع في ماكاو على الترويج للفعاليات الكبرى مثل المسابقة الدولية لعرض الألعاب النارية والمهرجان الدولي للموسيقى والجائزة الكبرى للفورمولا وان. وتساهم هذه الفعاليات، التي تجذب ملايين السائحين كل عام، في ضخ طاقة جديدة في اقتصاد ماكاو وتقليل اعتمادها على الصناعات التقليدية الأساسية مثل الألعاب، الأمر الذي يعزز سمعتها كوجهة سياحية دولية.

يُعَد تطوير البنية التحتية قوة دافعة أخرى وراء تطور اقتصاد ماكاو. وقد أدى إنشاء منطقة التعاون العميق بين غوانغدونغ وماكاو في هينغكون، وهي منطقة في مدينة زوهاي بجنوب الصين، إلى تحسين الاتصال بين ماكاو والمدن المجاورة، مثل زوهاي. شَهِد ميناء غونغبي، وهو أكثر المعابر الحدودية ازدحامًا بين زوهاي وماكاو، في الفترة من يناير إلى أكتوبر أكثر من 90 مليون عملية عبور، بمتوسط أكثر من 300,000 عملية عبور يوميًا. يعزز هذا التدفق السلس للأشخاص والسلع والخدمات دور ماكاو كمركز إقليمي، ما يعود بالنفع على التجارة والسياحة والتعاون عبر الحدود.

تطور التخطيط الحضري أيضًا بالتركيز على استخدام الأراضي بكفاءة أكبر والتنمية المستدامة. ويجري حاليًا تطوير حوالي 30 في المائة من الأراضي الجديدة في ماكاو في منطقة التعاون، ما يعزز التعاون عبر الحدود وتحقيق الاستفادة المُثلى من المساحات. يعزز هذا التطوير الاستراتيجي للأراضي المقترن بتحسين البنية التحتية من استدامة ماكاو واندماجها بشكل عام داخل منطقة خليج غوانغدونغ وهونغ كونغ وماكاو الكبرى، ما يضمن استمرار نمو المدينة بطريقة متوازنة ومستدامة.

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CGTN: Gezeitenanstieg: Ein neuer Höhepunkt in der wirtschaftlichen Diversifizierung Macaus

PEKING, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hui Ho–Kit, ein Bachelorstudent, der gerade sein Studium in Kalifornien abgeschlossen hat, ist in seine Heimatstadt in der Sonderverwaltungszone (Special Administrative Region, SAR) Macau in China zurückgekehrt, mit dem neuen Ziel, modernste Robotertechnologie vom chinesischen Festland in die Stadt zu bringen. Durch die Nutzung der Ressourcen und Möglichkeiten, die die Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) bietet, konnte er sein Unternehmen gründen und das wachsende Technologie–Ökosystem der Region nutzen.

Das unternehmerische Umfeld in der GBA ist einzigartig, so Hui. „Jede Stadt nutzt ihre eigenen Stärken – Macau hat Ressourcen im Zusammenhang mit Portugal, Hongkong ist stark im Finanzwesen und Shenzhen ist führend in der intelligenten Fertigung. Die Zusammenarbeit ist sehr eng und praktisch.“

Seine Geschichte verdeutlicht einen wichtigen Wandel in Macau, wo eine einst vom Glücksspiel abhängige Wirtschaft nun neue Branchen erschließt.

Die Stadt hat sich seit ihrer Rückgabe an China im Jahr 1999 stark verändert. Während Macau früher für Casinos und Tourismus bekannt war, hat sich die Stadt seitdem stetig in Richtung einer wirtschaftlichen Diversifizierung entwickelt. Die GBA hat bei dieser Umgestaltung eine entscheidende Rolle gespielt, indem sie Macau die Instrumente zur Entwicklung von Sektoren wie Technologie, Finanzen und Kultur an die Hand gegeben hat. Heute, mit seiner Integration in diesen breiteren regionalen Rahmen, ist Macau nicht nur ein Zentrum für Tourismus, sondern auch ein Zentrum für Innovation.

Im vergangenen November veröffentlichte die Regierung der Sonderverwaltungszone Macau einen Entwicklungsplan für die angemessene wirtschaftliche Diversifizierung der Stadt von 2024 bis 2028. Das Dokument beschreibt spezifische Planungen und Vorkehrungen für die Entwicklung der Branchen Tourismus und Freizeit, traditionelle chinesische Medizin und Big Health, moderne Finanzen, neue und Hochtechnologien, Kongresse und Ausstellungen sowie Kultur und Sport.

Der Plan deckt sich mit einem wachsenden Trend, der die Rolle der Stadt als Motor für technologische Innovationen unterstreicht. In den letzten Jahren sind die Einnahmen aus der Zusammenarbeit zwischen Industrie und Universitäten sowie die Anzahl der Patentprojekte an den Hochschuleinrichtungen in Macau weiter gestiegen. Im vergangenen Jahr beliefen sich die Einnahmen aus der Zusammenarbeit zwischen Industrie, Universitäten und Forschung auf etwa 475 Mio. Patacas (etwa 59,2 Mio. USD). Zwischen 2019 und September 2024 wurden über 340 Patente angemeldet. Macau beteiligt sich auch immer aktiver an den umfassenderen Ambitionen des Festlandes im Bereich der Weltraumforschung und hat im vergangenen Mai seinen ersten weltraumwissenschaftlichen Satelliten vom Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center aus gestartet.

Ein weiterer wichtiger Bestandteil der Diversifizierungsstrategie Macaus ist die Förderung von Großveranstaltungen wie dem Internationalen Feuerwerkswettbewerb, dem Internationalen Musikfestival und dem Grand Prix. Diese Veranstaltungen, die jedes Jahr Millionen von Touristen anziehen, tragen dazu bei, der Wirtschaft Macaus neue Impulse zu verleihen und die Abhängigkeit von traditionellen tragenden Wirtschaftszweigen wie dem Glücksspiel zu verringern, wodurch der Ruf Macaus als internationales Reiseziel gestärkt wird.

Die Entwicklung der Infrastruktur ist eine weitere treibende Kraft hinter der sich entwickelnden Wirtschaft Macaus. Die Einrichtung der Guangdong–Macao Deep Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, einem Bezirk in der südchinesischen Stadt Zhuhai, hat die Verkehrsanbindung zwischen Macau und benachbarten Städten wie Zhuhai erheblich verbessert. Von Januar bis Oktober wurden am Gongbei–Hafen, dem verkehrsreichsten Grenzübergang zwischen Zhuhai und Macau, über 90 Millionen Grenzübertritte verzeichnet, was einem Durchschnitt von mehr als 300.000 pro Tag entspricht. Dieser reibungslose Fluss von Menschen, Waren und Dienstleistungen stärkt die Rolle von Macau als regionales Drehkreuz und kommt dem Handel, dem Tourismus und der grenzüberschreitenden Zusammenarbeit zugute.

Auch die Stadtplanung hat sich weiterentwickelt, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf einer effizienteren Landnutzung und einer nachhaltigen Entwicklung liegt. Rund 30 Prozent der neuen Landerschließung in Macau findet jetzt in der Kooperationszone statt, wodurch die grenzüberschreitende Zusammenarbeit gefördert und der Raum optimiert wird. Diese strategische Landentwicklung, gepaart mit einer verbesserten Infrastruktur, verbessert die Nachhaltigkeit und Integration Macaus in die GBA und stellt so sicher, dass die Stadt weiterhin auf ausgewogene und nachhaltige Weise wächst.

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CGTN: Os ventos estão a favor: Novo patamar na diversificação econômica de Macau

PEQUIM, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hui Ho–Kit, um estudante que acabou de terminar seus estudos na Califórnia, retornou à sua cidade natal na Região Administrativa Especial (RAE) de Macau da China com uma nova missão de levar tecnologia robótica de ponta do continente chinês para a cidade. Com o uso dos recursos e das oportunidades proporcionadas pela Grande Área da Baía de Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macau (GBA) ele conseguiu estabelecer sua empresa e se beneficiar do crescente ecossistema tecnológico.

O ambiente empreendedor na GBA é único, disse Hui. “Cada cidade aproveita seus próprios pontos fortes – Macau tem recursos relacionados a Portugal, Hong Kong é forte em finanças e Shenzhen lidera na fabricação inteligente. O trabalho conjunto deles é muito próximo e conveniente.”

Sua história destaca uma mudança fundamental em curso em Macau, onde a economia outrora dependente do jogo agora está a abraçar novas indústrias.

A cidade se transformou dramaticamente desde seu retorno à China em 1999. Historicamente conhecida por seus cassinos e turismo, ela vem mudando constantemente para a diversificação econômica. A GBA teve um papel crucial nesta transformação, proporcionando à Macau as ferramentas para o desenvolvimento de setores como tecnologia, finanças e cultura. Com a sua integração neste quadro regional mais amplo, Macau hoje em dia, além de ser um centro de turismo é também um centro de inovação.

Em novembro passado, o governo da RAE de Macau divulgou um plano de desenvolvimento para a diversificação econômica adequada da cidade de 2024 a 2028. O documento descreve o planejamento e os arranjos específicos para o desenvolvimento de suas indústrias de turismo e lazer, medicina tradicional chinesa e saúde em geral, finanças modernas, novas e altas tecnologias, convenções e exposições, cultura e esportes.

O plano coincide com uma tendência crescente que destaca o papel da cidade em impulsionar a inovação tecnológica. Nos últimos anos, a receita da colaboração indústria–universidade–pesquisa e o número de projetos de patentes das instituições de ensino superior de Macau continuaram a aumentar. No ano passado, a receita da colaboração indústria–universidade–pesquisa atingiu aproximadamente 475 milhões de patacas (cerca de US $ 59,2 milhões). Mais de 340 patentes foram obtidas entre 2019 e setembro de 2024. Macau também está tornando–se mais ativa no alinhamento com as ambições mais amplas de exploração espacial do continente, tendo lançado o seu primeiro satélite de ciência espacial no Centro de Lançamento de Satélites de Jiuquan em maio passado.

Outra parte fundamental da estratégia de diversificação de Macau envolve a promoção de eventos de grande escala, como o Concurso Internacional de Fogos de Artifício, o Festival Internacional de Música e o Grand Prix. Estes eventos que atraem milhões de turistas todos os anos, estão ajudando a injetar nova energia na economia de Macau e a reduzir a sua dependência de indústrias tradicionais como o jogo, fortalecendo a sua reputação como destino turístico internacional.

O desenvolvimento de infraestruturas é outra força motriz por trás da evolução da economia de Macau. O estabelecimento da Zona de Cooperação Profunda Guangdong–Macau em Hengqin, um distrito na cidade de Zhuhai, no sul da China, melhorou muito a conectividade entre Macau e as cidades vizinhas, como Zhuhai. De janeiro a outubro, o Porto de Gongbei, a fronteira mais movimentada entre Zhuhai e Macau, registou mais de 90 milhões de travessias, com uma média de mais de 300 000 por dia. Este fluxo contínuo de pessoas, bens e serviços fortalece o papel de Macau como centro regional que beneficia o comércio, o turismo e as colaborações transfronteiriças.

O planejamento urbano também evoluiu, com foco no uso mais eficiente da terra e no desenvolvimento sustentável. Cerca de 30% do novo desenvolvimento territorial de Macau agora está ocorrendo na Zona de Cooperação com a promoção da colaboração transfronteiriça e a otimização do espaço. Este desenvolvimento estratégico da terra, em conjunto com a melhoria da infraestrutura, está aumentando a sustentabilidade geral e a integração de Macau na GBA, garantindo assim o crescimento contínuo de forma equilibrada e sustentável.

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CGTN: Tide rising: A new height in Macao's economic diversification

BEIJING, Dec. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hui Ho–Kit, an undergraduate who just finished his studies in California, returned to his hometown in China's Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) with a new mission to bring cutting–edge robotics technology from the Chinese mainland to the city. Leveraging the resources and opportunities provided by the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), he was able to establish his business and tap into the region's growing tech ecosystem.

The entrepreneurial environment in the GBA is unique, Hui said. “Each city leverages its own strengths – Macao has resources related to Portugal, Hong Kong is strong in finance, and Shenzhen leads in smart manufacturing. (Them) working together is very close and convenient.”

His story highlights a key shift underway in Macao, where a once gaming–dependent economy is now embracing new industries.

The city has transformed dramatically since its return to China in 1999. Historically known for its casinos and tourism, it has steadily shifted towards economic diversification. The GBA has played a crucial role in this transformation, providing Macao with the tools to develop sectors such as technology, finance, and culture. Today, with its integration into this broader regional framework, Macao is not just a hub for tourism but a center for innovation.

Last November, the Macao SAR government released a development plan for the city's appropriate economic diversification from 2024 to 2028. The document outlines specific planning and arrangements for developing its industries of tourism and leisure, traditional Chinese medicine and big health, modern finance, new and high technologies, conventions and exhibitions, and culture and sports.

The plan coincides with a growing trend that has highlighted the city's role in driving tech innovation. In recent years, the revenue from industry–university–research collaboration and the number of patent projects in Macao's higher education institutions have continued to rise. Last year, the revenue from industry–university–research collaboration reached approximately 475 million patacas (about $59.2 million). Over 340 patents were obtained between 2019 and September 2024. Macao is also becoming more active in aligning with the mainland's broader space exploration ambitions, having launched its first space science satellite at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center last May.

Another key part of Macao's diversification strategy involves promoting large–scale events like the International Fireworks Display Contest, the International Music Festival, and the Grand Prix. These events, which attract millions of tourists each year, are helping to inject fresh energy into Macao's economy and reduce its dependency on traditional pillar industries such as gaming, all strengthening its reputation as an international tourism destination.

Infrastructure development is another driving force behind Macao's evolving economy. The establishment of the Guangdong–Macao Deep Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, a district in south China's Zhuhai City, has greatly improved connectivity between Macao and neighboring cities, such as Zhuhai. From January to October, Gongbei Port, the busiest border crossing between Zhuhai and Macao, saw over 90 million crossings, averaging more than 300,000 per day. This seamless flow of people, goods, and services strengthens Macao's role as a regional hub, benefiting trade, tourism, and cross–border collaborations.

Urban planning has also evolved, with focus on more efficient land use and sustainable development. Around 30 percent of Macao's new land development is now taking place in the Cooperation Zone, fostering cross–border collaboration and optimizing space. This strategic land development, paired with improved infrastructure, is enhancing Macao's overall sustainability and integration within the GBA, thus ensuring the city to continue to grow in a balanced, sustainable way.

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Jetex and Joby partner to advance Sustainable Air Mobility

Dubai, Dec. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jetex, a global leader in executive aviation, and Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY), a developer of electric air taxis for commercial passenger transport, announce a strategic partnership to redefine seamless connectivity for Jetex customers.

The two companies will focus initially on Jetex locations across the Middle East, where Joby plans to install its Global Electric Aviation Charging System (GEACS), to support Joby operations that will connect Jetex passengers to a network of vertiports, offering efficient and sustainable travel across the region and between Emirates.

“At Jetex, sustainability is a key focus of our strategy, and our partnership with Joby represents an important step forward in achieving our vision of greener skies,” says Adel Mardini, Founder & CEO of Jetex. “We are committed to driving innovation that reduces our industry’s environmental impact, and integrating Joby’s electric air taxis into our network allows us to deliver cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable travel experiences, starting in the UAE.”

Jetex’s VIP Terminals, including flagship locations at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai and Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, provide seamless access to key financial, tourist, and entertainment destinations within the UAE. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Jetex integrates renewable energy solutions and innovative practices to reduce its carbon footprint. The partnership with Joby highlights Jetex’s ongoing efforts to drive eco–conscious advancements in private aviation. 

“Jetex’s exceptional operational standards and commitment to sustainability make them an ideal partner as we work to redefine urban air mobility,” says JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation. “With their strategically positioned terminals and focus on delivering unparalleled customer experiences, this collaboration is a significant milestone in advancing sustainable air travel in the region.” 

Joby’s planned service in Dubai is part of a definitive agreement with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority, granting Joby the exclusive right to operate air taxis in Dubai for six years. Joby recently announced that Skyports, Joby’s launch infrastructure partner in Dubai, has begun construction of the first vertiport in Joby’s planned Dubai air taxi network, located at Dubai International Airport. 

In Abu Dhabi, Joby has signed a multilateral agreement with the Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi (DMT), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Depart of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) that lays the groundwork for Joby to establish and scale air taxi services in the Emirate and unlocks the potential for inter–emirate services. 

Joby recently announced it has applied to become the first certificated air taxi operator in the United Arab Emirates. As part of the process to attain an Air Operator Certificate from the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority, Joby will demonstrate the readiness of its aircraft as well as its training, maintenance, operations and safety programs for commercial air transport. 

Joby’s aircraft is designed to transport a pilot and up to four passengers at speeds of up to 200 mph (321 km/h), offering high–speed mobility with a fraction of the noise produced by helicopters and zero operating emissions.

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About Jetex 
An award–winning global leader in private aviation, Jetex is recognized for delivering flexible, best–in–class solutions to customers worldwide. Jetex provides exceptional private terminals (FBOs), lifestyle concierge and aircraft charter services, as well as fuelling, ground handling and global trip planning. The company caters to both owners and operators of business jets for corporate, commercial and personal air travel.

Press Enquiries:
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About Joby
Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) is a California–based transportation company developing an all–electric, vertical take–off and landing air taxi which it intends to operate as part of a fast, quiet, and convenient service in cities around the world. To learn more, visit www.jobyaviation.com.

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Jetex announced as the exclusive operator of Red Sea International Airport's Private Jet Terminal

Riyadh, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has celebrated a landmark aviation agreement. The new partnership will see Jetex operate the private aviation terminal at Red Sea International Airport (RSI).

The collaboration was formalized through an agreement between Jetex and daa International (daai), the operator of RSI, marking a new chapter in exceptional luxury aviation experience on Saudi Arabia’s western coast.

“With RSI, we were determined to create an airport that seamlessly blends beautiful design, exceptional experiences and a commitment to honoring nature. Soon, every passenger transiting through our airport will experience this firsthand. With Jetex onboard, guests using our private aviation terminal will also experience elevated levels of service that reflects the very best of The Red Sea destination,” said John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global

RSI’s main terminal, set to open fully next year, is designed with five independent ‘mini terminals’ arranged as a series of pods. One of these ‘mini terminals’, is reserved for private aviation and will be operated exclusively by Jetex. 

Dubai–based Jetex was selected as the fixed base operator of RSI following a competitive tender process. This is Jetex’s first significant venture into the Saudi market and the agreement will see Jetex first fit–out the private aviation terminal. Jetex’s service offering will cover all aspects of private jet handling including managing the private terminal, aircraft turnarounds, concierge services and luxury electric airport transfers in line with the destination’s sustainability priorities.

Adel Mardini, Founder & CEO of Jetex, said: “Jetex is excited to embark on its first major venture in Saudi Arabia through the innovative Red Sea International Airport, a pioneering project in sustainable tourism. In collaboration with both daa International and Red Sea Global, we aim to transform the airport into a top–tier destination that resonates with the most discerning international and domestic travelers.”

With a global reputation for excellence in executive aviation, Jetex brings unparalleled expertise in private terminal operations, aircraft fueling, and ground handling to The Red Sea destination.

Michael White, Chief Commercial Officer of RSI, said: “By partnering with Jetex, we reaffirm our service promise to the world. Together, we will pioneer new global standards in private aviation, consistent with the unparalleled service quality of The Red Sea destination. We look forward to welcoming guests to the private aviation terminal and showcasing its unique design and service.”

Last year, The Red Sea welcomed its first guests, with four of its hotels now open and Desert Rock expecting its first guests later this month. RSI has been receiving a regular schedule of domestic flights since September 2023 and international flights began in April 2024, with a twice–weekly route between The Red Sea and Dubai International. The airport is strategically located, situated within three hours flying time of 250 million people and eight hours flying time for 85% of the world’s population.

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About Red Sea Global
Red Sea Global (RSG) is a vertically integrated real estate developer with a diverse portfolio across tourism, residential, experiences, infrastructure, transport, healthcare, and services. This includes the luxury regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea, which began welcoming guests in 2023, and AMAALA, which remains on track to welcome first guests in 2025.

A third destination, Thuwal Private Retreat, will open this year, and RSG has also been entrusted with refurbishment works at Al Wajh Airport, focused on upgrading the existing terminal and infrastructure, and building a new international terminal.

RSG is a PIF company and a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s ambition to diversify its economy. Across its growing portfolio of destinations, subsidiaries and businesses, RSG seeks to lead the world towards a more sustainable future, showing how responsible development can uplift communities, drive economies, and enhance the environment.
www.redseaglobal.com

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For more information please contact: 
Jack Williams: Public Relations Director jack.williams@redseaglobal.com

About Jetex 
An award–winning global leader in private aviation, Jetex is recognized for delivering flexible, best–in–class solutions to customers worldwide. Jetex provides exceptional private terminals (FBOs), lifestyle concierge and aircraft charter services, as well as fuelling, ground handling and global trip planning. The company caters to both owners and operators of business jets for corporate, commercial and personal air travel.

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Pacific Green expands Australia footprint into New South Wales with strategic land acquisition

Sydney, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pacific Green, a global battery energy storage company, has secured a parcel of land in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, where it proposes to establish its next Australian energy park. 

The land is strategically co–located near TransGrid’s existing Wagga 330 kV substation and 16 km from the town of Wagga Wagga. A future grid connected battery energy park in this location will strengthen and support the region’s renewable energy portfolio of assets by storing excess renewable energy and discharging it during peak demand, stabilising the grid and lowering energy prices.

Wagga Wagga is an area of strategic importance to the national grid as it hosts a concentration of renewable energy projects and HumeLink – one of Australia’s largest energy transmission line projects, which when built will connect renewable energy sources to the grid and put downward pressure on Australian energy prices.

Today’s announcement marks Pacific Green’s entry into the New South Wales market and further progresses the company’s objective to build a 10GWh development pipeline of battery energy parks throughout Australia.

Leveraging its significant experience building battery energy parks in the UK and Europe, the company is aiming to be one of Australia’s leading developers, and to help accelerate the country’s transition to renewables by building a multi–gigawatt platform nationwide.

Joel Alexander, Managing Director & CEO, Pacific Green Australia commented: “Today’s announcement represents a milestone for Pacific Green. From our entry into Australia, we set out to diversify our regional presence, which now includes a pipeline of projects in South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales. A greater diversity of storage locations across the country will support the strengthening, reliability and security of our national energy system.

Our entry into the New South Wales market follows the development of Limestone Coast North Energy Park (250MW / 500MWh) and Limestone Coast West Energy Park (250MW / 1,000MWh) in South Australia, and recent development application lodgment for our proposed combined 1GW / 2.5GWh Portland energy parks in Victoria. We are well on our way to meeting our 10GWh target.

The team looks forward to working with stakeholders in and around Wagga Wagga in these early stages of project design to ensure we shape an energy park best suited to the specific needs and opportunities of the region”


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