Finance · Energy
BRISBANE, AUS, Oct 1, 2026 - Graphene Manufacturing Group Limited (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") provides a quarterly update with respect to the Company's previously announced "at-the-market" equity program (the "ATM Program") launched on July 11, 2025. The ATM Program allows the Company to issue and sell, from time to time, up to C$20,000,000 of its ordinary shares ("Ordinary Shares") from treasury to the public, at the Company's discretion, pursuant to an equity distribution agreement between the Company and Cantor Fitzgerald Canada Corporation (the "Agent").
During the quarterly period ended September 30, 2026, the Company issued a total of 575,630 Ordinary Shares on the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") at an average price of C$2.374 per share under the ATM Program, providing gross proceeds of C$1,366,396.10. Commissions of C$40,848.53 were paid to the Agent in relation to these distributions, resulting in net proceeds to the Company of C$1,325,547.57.
For further details on the ATM Program, see the Company's news release dated July 11, 2025.
About GMG
GMG is an Australian based clean-technology company which develops, makes and sells energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene manufactured via in house production process. GMG uses its own proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its natural elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.
The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has initially focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy-saving coating) which is now being marketed into other applications including electronic heat sinks, industrial process plants and data centres. Another product GMG has developed is the graphene lubricant additive focused on saving liquid fuels initially for diesel engines.
In the energy storage segment, GMG are working with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene ion batteries. GMG has also developed a graphene additive slurry that is aimed at improving the performance of lithium-ion batteries.
GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:
Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processes
Build Revenue from Energy Savings Products
Develop Next-Generation Battery
Develop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution Capability
For further information please contact:
Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223
Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Sep 30 · 23:29·ACN Newswire
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Sep 29 · 15:05·GlobeNewswire
Finance · AI
HONG KONG, Sept 29, 2026 - On 28 September 2026, the Huatai-PCG HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF (Stock Code: 3569, HKD counter), issued by Huatai-PCG Asset Management Limited (Huatai-PCG), was officially listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.
The fund tracks the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index, the first co-branded index jointly developed by Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) and Korea Exchange (KRX). The index brings together leading semiconductor-related companies listed in Hong Kong, China and South Korea, providing investors with a convenient investment tool to participate in Asia's semiconductor value chain. As one of the first exchange traded funds (ETFs) tracking this cross-market index, the product enables investors to access investment opportunities across two key semiconductor markets—Hong Kong, China and South Korea—through a single trading instrument.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX)
HKEX Chief Executive Officer, Bonnie Y Chan, said: "We are delighted to welcome the first ETFs tracking HKEX’s cross-market index series. Their launch marks an important step in our efforts to connect Hong Kong with international markets by working with exchanges and partners across Asia and beyond to broaden investor choice. By bringing together opportunities across different markets and sectors, these benchmarks respond to investors' growing demand for diversification and reinforce Hong Kong's role as a gateway connecting the Chinese Mainland with the rest of the world."
Huatai-PB Fund Management Co., Ltd. (Huatai-PB)
The General Manager of Huatai-PB and Director of Huatai-PCG, Ms. CUI Chun, said: “The Huatai-PCG HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index ETF links the core supply chain of China’s emerging wafer fabrication players with South Korea’s global memory chip leaders, capturing upside from the AI-driven semiconductor upcycle. Its 60/40 structural allocation lays the groundwork for potential inclusion in the Southbound ETF Connect. A dedicated offering from Huatai-PCG thanks to HKEX and KRX’s great support, it is tailored to meet the asset allocation needs of investors in Hong Kong and Mainland China.”
Investment Highlights
- Cross-market exposure: A single fund spanning leading semiconductor companies across both Hong Kong, China and South Korea, mitigating concentration risk in any one market;
- Aligned with a key sector theme: Focused on the semiconductor industry, consistent with broader global technology and artificial intelligence trends;
- Co-branded index backing: Tracking the flagship co-branded index developed jointly by HKEX and KRX, with a clear and established benchmark methodology.
About Huatai-PCG
Huatai-PCG Asset Management Co., Ltd. (“Huatai-PCG”) is registered in Hong Kong, China and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Huatai-PB Fund Management Co., Ltd. (“Huatai-PB”). The business development of Huatai-PCG has gained strong support from both major shareholders of the parent company, Huatai Securities Co., Ltd. and Pacific Century Group. The company obtained approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission on November 29, 2024, and obtained licenses No. 1 (securities trading), No. 4 (providing advice on securities), and No. 9 (providing asset management) issued by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) on September 12, 2025. As one of the first domestic ETF managers, the parent company Huatai-PB Fund has nearly 20 years of experience in ETF businesses, especially in managing the innovative cross-border index product Huatai-PB China Korea Semiconductor ETF (513310). It has accumulated rich investment management experience in cross market investment, index tracking, and product operation, fully empowering Huatai-PCG to provide investors with more diversified investment choices in the era of global asset allocation.
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Sep 29 · 13:18·ACN Newswire
Finance · AI
HONG KONG, Sept 29, 2026 - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will stage flagship fairs for electronics and lighting in October, including the 46th Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 29th electronicAsia, which will be held concurrently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 13 to 16 October; the 11th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, taking place at AsiaWorld-Expo from 26 to 29 October; and the 28th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), to be held at the HKCEC from 27 to 30 October. The four fairs are expected to attract some 6,200 exhibitors from 28 countries and regions, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions spanning consumer electronics, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, future industries, smart lighting and smart city applications. The fairs will highlight the latest achievements in innovation and technology, reflecting global trends in industrial upgrading and digital transformation.
At a press conference held today to introduce the four fairs, HKTDC Associate Executive Director Silas Chu said: “The Hong Kong SAR Government's latest Policy Address and first Five-Year Plan underscore the importance of consolidating and enhancing Hong Kong's status as an international trade centre, expediting the city's development into an international innovation and technology (I&T) centre and advancing the adoption and development of AI. In support of these strategic directions, the HKTDC is introducing several new elements at this year’s October fairs, including a new Future Industries Zone at the Autumn Electronics Fair, expanded showcases and business-matching opportunities for AI and robotics technologies to help companies connect with funding, talent, technology and international markets. A dedicated GoGlobal Connect Zone will also be set up at the venue to provide advisory services for businesses, encouraging more Chinese Mainland enterprises to leverage Hong Kong as a platform for expanding into international markets. The two lighting fairs, meanwhile, will focus on key industry trends related to smart connectivity, healthy living, immersive spatial experiences and sustainability.”
Presenting highlights of the Autumn Electronics Fair, electronicAsia, the Autumn Lighting Fair and the International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo at today's press conference are: DDD (centre), Associate Executive Director of the HKTDC; Steve Chuang (left), Chairman of the HKTDC Electronics/Electrical Appliances Industries Advisory Committee; and Alvin Lee (right), Chairman of the Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies Association
New Future Industries Zone demonstrates synergies in the innovation and tech ecosystem
The Autumn Electronics Fair and electronicAsia kick off in mid-October, bringing together over 3,200 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions. In support of the national strategy to foster future industries, this year's Electronics Fair will introduce the new Future Industries Zone. Supported by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the HKSAR Government, the zone is jointly organised by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA), with participation from some of Hong Kong's leading innovation and technology institutions. The zone will focus on five key themes: Future Computing, Future Manufacturing, Future Marine & Quantum Technologies, Future Microelectronics and Future Wellness. In addition to industry leaders such as Lenovo, AV Concept and GP Energy Tech, more than 100 exhibitors will be showcasing a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions.
In addition, a series of thematic events and forums centred on the five key themes will be held during the fair. The distinguished speaker lineup includes Jeffrey Lam, Member of the Executive Council and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Hung Shui Kiu Industry Park Company Limited; Vincent Ma, Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park Limited; Clara Chan, Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited; and Allen Yeung, President (Hong Kong) of the Greater Bay Area International Information Technology Industry Association.
Another highlight in the Future Industries Zone will be the announcement of the Top 100 Future Industries Pioneer List, which aims to identify innovative products and solutions with strong commercial value. The fair will also feature a start-up pitching competition, as well as thematic forums dedicated to technology talent development and industry application matching, fostering closer collaboration between innovation, talent and business opportunities.
GoGlobal Connect Zone helps enterprises expand into global markets
As a core member of the Task Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global, spearheaded by the HKSAR Government, the HKTDC is setting up a dedicated GoGlobal Connect Zone at the Electronics Fair to help Chinese Mainland companies connect with international markets through Hong Kong’s professional services providers. A series of "GoGlobal" themed forums will also be held, including “Scaling Smart Consumer Innovations Worldwide”, featuring representatives from the Hong Kong Export Credit Insurance Corporation (HKECIC), TechNode and Hang Seng Bank. The forum will explore key strategies for overseas expansion, covering topics such as market entry, financing and risk management, smart manufacturing, sustainability, compliance and certification, and brand building.
In addition, representatives from OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) will share insights on the ASEAN manufacturing ecosystem in the “Navigate the Opportunities and Challenges of Overseas Expansion and Next Frontier of Growth” session, helping companies interested in expanding into ASEAN markets gain a deeper understanding of the region’s economic environment, tax policies, business expansion practices and the latest market trends.
Spotlight on highlighted themes: AI and Robotics, Smart Wellness and NEXTEntertainment
The Autumn Electronics Fair will showcase the latest consumer electronics products and innovative technologies, with three highlighted themes: AI & Robotics, Smart Wellness and NEXTEntertainment. Related products will be featured at various thematic zones across the fair. As the convergence of AI and robotics continues to accelerate, this year’s fair will showcase more than 120 robots, primarily in RoboPark, demonstrating applications across four key scenarios: Commercial & Services, Industrial & Logistics, Entertainment & Social, and Healthcare & Rehabilitation.
The impressive lineup includes AgiBot, the world’s leading humanoid robot manufacturer by shipment volume in the first half of 2026[1]; the Shenzhen Honor Smart Technology Development Co., Ltd.’s humanoid robot, winner of the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon; Booster Robotics, champion of the 2026 RoboCup; UBTECH, one of the “Shenzhen Eight Great Guardians of Embodied Intelligence”, which will present the world’s first next-generation full-sized humanoid robot designed for “urban coexistence”; and several prominent technology companies from the “Shenzhen Eight Great Guardians” and “Hangzhou Six Little Dragons”, including AI² Robotics, Digit Robotics, EngineAI, DexForce and Deep Robotics. In addition, VIGX Technology Co., Ltd. will showcase the world’s first “pocket-sized” AI exoskeleton robot, designed to overcome the bulkiness of traditional industrial exoskeletons while being portable and easy to wear.
UBTECH's Walker C1 robot performs a waltz at the press conference, demonstrating its agility, fluid motion and remarkable balance capabilitiesVIGX Technologies Limited presents its latest innovation – the world's first "pocket-sized" AI exoskeleton robot, designed to overcome the bulkiness of traditional industrial exoskeletons while being portable and easy to wearManna Pacific (HK) Limited showcases an AI-powered indoor fitness screen that combines real-time motion tracking and visual guidance to help users improve posture accuracy, body coordination and workout safety.
RoboPark will also feature multiple interactive experiences and showcase zones, including the RoboDog Garden for robot dog demonstrations, a robot football exhibition, the Robot Dance Battle performance, the Coffee & Popcorn Station where robots serve coffee and popcorn, as well as interactive photo spots, allowing visitors to experience firsthand the applications of robotics technology in diverse scenarios.
Another highlighted theme, Smart Wellness, will cover digital health devices, smart wearables, personal care technologies, gerontech and healthy living electronics, reflecting the growing demand for solutions related to technology-enabled health management and improved quality of life. NEXTEntertainment, meanwhile, will feature extended reality (XR) technologies, smart gaming devices, digital content creation tools, AI-powered entertainment solutions and innovative consumer electronics, enhancing entertainment experiences and digital content creation capabilities.
Showcasing renowned brands and start-ups with the Immersive Experience Zone
The Autumn Electronics Fair will feature more than 20 themed zones, including the Hall of Fame, showcasing products from more than 560 renowned electronics brands. First-time exhibitors include companies such as HiFuture, Aoni and ZENS.
The RISE Avenue zone will bring together emerging brands, featuring products ranging from gaming equipment to home entertainment systems. Another spotlight area, Adventure Hub, will include the Immersive Experience Zone, where creative technology companies will present the latest interactive gaming experiences and demonstrate virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. Visitors can try experiences such as brainwave-controlled sensors that enable users to operate games using concentration alone, without any physical controls.
Over 120 emerging enterprises and start-ups will participate in the fair, primarily in the "Startup Zone”, with both the Internet of Things Hong Kong Association (IOTHK) and JimHang Academy leading groups of start-ups to showcase technologies and solutions that address real business challenges. And the Tech Hall will spotlight professional AI-driven data and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions across various industries, including intelligent monitoring systems for transportation applications.
Concurrent electronicAsia to drive industry upgrading
Jointly organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd and held concurrently with the Electronics Fair, electronicAsia (eAsia) will bring together exhibitors engaged in semiconductors, sensors, electronic components and manufacturing technologies. The exhibition will demonstrate how the electronics supply chain is adapting to the growing demands of AI development and digital transformation, helping enterprises seize opportunities arising from the next wave of industrial upgrading. Exhibitors including Easttop Display and Microtech Technology will unveil their latest products at the fair.
Symposium on Innovation and Technology to spotlight AI and smart infrastructure
A series of forums, seminars and networking events will be held during the Autumn Electronics Fair. Among the highlights is the annual Symposium on Innovation and Technology, jointly organised by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Electronics and Technologies Association (HKETA) under the theme "AI-Driven Security & The Next-Gen Infrastructure". Distinguished speakers include Alexander Gerfer, Chief Technology Officer of Würth Elektronik Group, who will discuss how electronics technologies are powering the future of AI and intelligent systems; Dr Charles Cheung, Adjunct Associate Professor of the Department of Mathematics at Hong Kong Baptist University, who will explore how businesses can translate AI capabilities into operational excellence, innovation and business growth; and Silvia Lam Ihensekhien, Chief Security Advisor Microsoft, who will share insights into building resilient infrastructure to support AI-driven enterprises and enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness.
The Hong Kong Electronics Forum, jointly organised by the HKTDC, MMI Asia Pte Ltd and the HKEIA and co-organised by Hong Kong Institute of Engineers, will explore how AI, sustainability and technological innovation are shaping the future of the electronics industry. The exhibition will also feature a series of start-up-focused activities, including enterprise-investor matching sessions, the Hong Kong Value Creation for Technology: Pitching Competition, and mentorship programmes, providing start-ups with valuable opportunities to showcase innovative ideas, expand investor networks and secure funding support to strengthen their competitiveness.
Top-tier lighting technologies and global industry leaders converge at twin lighting fairs
As premier annual events for the global lighting and lighting products industry, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo are expected to bring together some 3,000 exhibitors from more than 20 countries and regions. Under the theme “Beyond Illumination”, the twin lighting fairs will showcase the integration of smart technologies, sustainability, design aesthetics and lighting applications through a diverse range of thematic zones and activities. The fairs will highlight emerging industry trends and further reinforce their position as flagship platforms for the lighting industry in Asia and around the world.
Leading global smart lighting and IoT industry alliances will participate in the Autumn Lighting Fair, including the Connectivity Standards Alliance, the DALI Alliance, the SILA-EMN Alliance, the Zhaga Consortium and, making its debut at the fair, KNX, the global standard for smart building and home automation.
KNX, together with GVS Smart, will showcase the award-winning KNX Smart Touch S7 control panel, recipient of leading industry honours including the Red Dot Award, A’ Design Award and BDA Product Design Award. This product enables centralised control of lighting, curtains, air-conditioning systems and multiple smart home scenarios, allowing users to create personalised lighting environments and enjoy a seamless smart living experience.
Hong Kong exhibitor Dimon Technology will showcase its advanced theatre lighting technologies deployed at the WestK Performing Arts Centre. The company has also provided intelligent lighting solutions for the International Gateway Centre (IGC), designed by internationally renowned architectural firm Zaha Hadid Architects, demonstrating the capability of Hong Kong lighting enterprises in delivering premium lighting technologies for landmark development projects.
Hall of Connected Lighting returns with immersive lighting experiences
A highlight of the Autumn Lighting Fair, the Hall of Connected Lighting will feature more than 60 leading brands, including local brand Dimon and Viliya; TUYA and Inventronics from the Chinese Mainland; Viso Systems from Denmark; Casambi from Finland; and Signify from the Netherlands. The zone will feature immersive lighting installations and application-based displays, enabling visitors to explore the latest smart lighting products and solutions through interactive light-and-shadow experiences.
Among the highlights, Signify will collaborate with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team to present a racing simulator experience that extends the excitement of motorsport beyond the screen into a physical environment through innovative lighting technologies. Two professional racing simulators will allow visitors to experience the thrill of high-speed driving and sharp cornering in a highly immersive setting.
Premium decorative lighting brand Viliya will create Mirrorverse, an immersive mirrored art installation featuring its popular Starburst crystal chandeliers and sophisticated table lamps. The installation will demonstrate how decorative lighting can shape ambience, elevate interior design and create distinctive spatial experiences.
Sunpu-Opto (HK) Limited displays its 360° Round Tube RGB Table Lamp with a high-performance RGB LED module, creating an immersive atmosphere with dynamic colour-changing light
Meanwhile, Casambi, the world's leading wireless smart lighting control platform, will once again host its Artisan Café concept space at the fair. Together with renowned international lighting brand Formalighting and 12 partners from Europe, the United States and the Asia-Pacific region, Casambi will showcase its open and interconnected smart lighting ecosystem through technical presentations and application sharing.
New LED Display Solution Zone creates a commercial display ecosystem
Expanding the event’s product scope, the Autumn Lighting Fair will launch the new LED Display Solution Zone to foster the development of a commercial LED display ecosystem. The zone will feature LED video walls, commercial displays, transparent and flexible LED panels, immersive audio-visual systems and integrated display solutions, covering applications ranging from retail environments and corporate presentations to exhibitions, virtual production and major commercial projects.
First-time exhibitor Ledman Hong Kong will present the QS Series IceScreen LED Display, which was deployed at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Featuring large-scale 8K display technology, the solution delivers highly realistic and impactful visual experiences. The company will also introduce the LEDHUB Smart Conference Solution, which integrates large-format display, video conferencing and collaboration functions into a single platform. Winner of the 2025 TITAN Innovation Awards Gold Award, the solution has been adopted by leading institutions including The University of Hong Kong, the University of Warwick and Fudan University.
Another signature zone, the Hall of Aurora, will feature some 500 renowned brands offering high-quality lighting products. Exhibitors include Hong Kong industry pioneers Prosperity Lamps & Components and Profiled Group, mainland brands Eaglerise, FSL and Leedarson, and international brands such as Finland's Lival, Germany's Cupower and Italy's Beghelli. Other featured zones include Commercial Lighting, Residential Lighting and LED Essentials.
Prosperity Lamps & Components' SYMPL FUSION seamlessly integrates intelligent control and dynamic lighting, supporting multiple protocols including DALI, KNX and DMX to combine smart management with creative lighting applicationsFirst-time exhibitor Ledman Hong Kong showcases its LEDHUB Smart Conference Solution, an all-in-one platform that integrates large-format display, video conferencing and collaboration functions
Outdoor and Tech Light Expo focuses on emerging smart city lighting trends
The Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will showcase a wide range of outdoor, commercial and industrial lighting products and solutions across three major zones: Smart Pole and Solution; Outdoor, Industrial and Technical Lighting; and Landscape and Architectural Lighting. The expo will present newly introduced photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions to help cities enhance energy efficiency, alongside lighting applications for smart city development, industrial environments, professional settings, landscape projects and architectural illumination.
Expo exhibitor Fonda Technology will showcase intelligent lighting solutions based on its FondaCity AIoT Cloud Platform within the Smart Pole and Solution zone, incorporating solar energy, motion sensing and various communication technologies. Approximately 70,000 smart streetlight control devices have already been deployed under Hong Kong's New Territories West smart lighting project. In addition to enabling precision lighting control, the system allows city managers to monitor operational conditions in real time via an AIoT platform, significantly enhancing urban management efficiency.
Zhejiang Fonda Technology Co., Ltd. presents its multifunctional smart pole solution, which has been deployed in a project in Hong Kong’s New Territories West. Supported by approximately 70,000 smart streetlight controllers and an AIoT cloud platform, the solution enhances lighting management efficiency
At the Outdoor, Industrial and Technical Lighting zone, exhibitor Zhejiang Ouruijie Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. will showcase its L10A Starship Flood Luminaire, winner of the Aladdin Lighting Award 2026 – National Best Lighting Product Award. Inspired by aircraft carrier design, the product combines a distinctive appearance with innovative lighting technology.
The Landscape and Architectural Lighting zone will showcase how lighting can create unique urban atmospheres while enhancing the safety, functionality and aesthetics of public spaces.
Throughout the fair period, the two lighting fairs will join hands with leading international lighting organisations to present a series of seminars, product launches and networking events.
The Innovative Lighting Design Forum will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 27 October under the theme “Treasures of Light: Artistic Brilliance Beyond Exhibitions”. Three renowned lighting designers behind internationally acclaimed landmark projects will share the latest trends and insights, including Dr Yan Liu, Design Director, China of AT Design & Consulting Co Ltd, whose portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Louvre Museum in Paris and the Palace Museum in Beijing; Adam Meredith, Lighting Designer at MEGS Lighting from Australia, who has led lighting design projects for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and M+ in Hong Kong; and Omar Elkerm, Lighting Design Manager (Africa) at Signify, who led the lighting design for several major pyramid illumination projects in Egypt.
On the same day, the fair will collaborate with the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) to launch a brand-new event, “Award-winning Illumination: Highlights from the IES Illumination Awards”. Winners of the prestigious IES Illumination Awards will share insights into the artistic and technical evolution of lighting design across different sectors. Featured speakers include Hiroyasu Shoji, Representative and Lighting Designer of Lightdesign Inc., who led the lighting design for the Grand Ring at Expo 2025 Osaka, and Kelly Jones, Co-Chief Executive Officer and President of Lighting Design Alliance, whose portfolio includes numerous projects for Disney and Universal Studios.
The fair will also partner with Women in Lighting (WIL) for the first time to present “Circularity in Lighting Design” on 28 October. Leading female designers from around the world will discuss sustainable lighting design and the application of circular economy principles in the industry. Speakers include Yah Li Toh, Founder and Principal of Light Collab, who designed the lighting for the Singapore Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, and Pavlina Akritas, Founder of Akritas Lighting Design, known for her work on lighting projects for some of the world's most prestigious luxury brands.
Another key event, the Connected Lighting Forum, will once again be co-organised with the Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association (SILA). Under the theme “Healing Light for the Future: Illuminating Emotional Well-being”, the forum will explore developments in intelligent and human-centric lighting technologies and their role in supporting emotional wellness, featuring case studies on the therapeutic applications of light.
At AsiaWorld-Expo, a series of exhibitor and buyer activities will be held. Among the highlights, a seminar titled “Smart Tech Integration in Outdoor Lighting” on 27 October will bring together experts from the Alliance of Smart Pole Industry and another industry organisation to examine how AI is driving the next generation of smart pole applications.
To facilitate sourcing and business networking across the fairs, a complimentary shuttle bus service will be provided for exhibitors and buyers between the HKCEC and AsiaWorld-Expo throughout the exhibition period.
The four exhibitions will continue to adopt the HKTDC's EXHIBITION+ hybrid exhibition model, combining physical and online participation. In addition to attending the fairs in person, exhibitors and buyers can utilise the Click2Match smart business matching platform to connect, source and conduct business discussions online.
The online exhibition period for the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia will run from 6 to 23 October, while the online exhibitions for the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be available from 19 October to 6 November, enabling businesses to extend their sourcing and networking activities beyond the physical fair dates.
[1] Source: Counterpoint Research: Global Humanoid Robot Shipment Report for H1 2026, published on 20 August 2026.
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The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
Sep 29 · 12:19·ACN Newswire
Finance · AI
Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Sept 29, 2026 - Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) ("Atlas Critical Minerals" or the "Company"), a diversified critical minerals exploration company, today announced the maiden Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") for its 100%-owned Malacacheta Graphite Project (the "Project") in Minas Gerais state, Brazil. The MRE is contained in the Technical Report Summary ("TRS") filed as Exhibit 96.1 to the Company's Report on Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") today.
The TRS, including the MRE, was prepared independently by SGS Canada Inc. ("SGS"), a well-respected mineral evaluation company with a global footprint, in accordance with Subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K ("S-K 1300"). The MRE covers only one of the Project's three contiguous mineral tenements and is reported at a 2.0% graphitic carbon ("Cg") cut-off grade:
Indicated: 17.2 million tonnes ("Mt") grading 5.73% Cg, containing approximately 986,000 tonnes of graphite.
Inferred: 7.0 Mt grading 5.40% Cg, containing approximately 378,000 tonnes of graphite.
Based on a review by the Company of publicly available technical disclosures for graphite projects in South America, Atlas Critical Minerals believes that the Project is the largest graphite resource in South America reported under a globally recognized mineral reporting code (S-K 1300, NI 43-101 or JORC), as measured by contained graphite, and that it has the highest Cg grade among such resources. The Project's Indicated grade of 5.73% Cg is also approximately 25% higher than the 4.6% Cg Measured and Indicated grade reported for Graphite Creek in Alaska - described by the U.S. Geological Survey as the largest known flake graphite deposit in the United States - at the same 2.0% Cg cut-off grade. The Project's Indicated grade is also nearly double the 2.91% Cg Inferred grade at the Kilbourne Graphite Project in New York, which is reported under NI 43-101 at a lower 1.5% Cg cut-off.
Key Highlights
Maiden Resource of Scale and Grade:
17.2 Mt Indicated at 5.73% Cg and 7.0 Mt Inferred at 5.40% Cg, for approximately 1.36 million tonnes of contained in-situ graphite across both categories from only one of three contiguous mineral rights.
The large initial Indicated resource for the Project provides a robust foundation for the planned Preliminary Economic Assessment.
100% Drill Success with Wide, Consistent Intercepts:
All 21 diamond core holes (2,393.90 meters) returned significant graphite intercepts.
Highlights include 43.10 meters at 6.20% Cg, 17.30 meters at 10.62% Cg, and 14.20 meters at 9.30% Cg starting from surface.
Near-Surface Mineralization Amenable to Open-Pit Mining:
SGS considers the deposit amenable to open-pit extraction.
More than half of the drill holes (11 of 21) intersected significant graphite within the first ~10 meters down-hole, including 26.20 meters at 7.51% Cg from 8.50 meters and 24.25 meters at 6.61% Cg from 8.80 meters.
Only ~2.5 km of an ~11-km Graphite Corridor Drilled:
The resource was defined along approximately 2.5 kilometers of strike.
Approximately 8.5 kilometers of potential mineralization remains along the trend, including on the Project's two other tenements.
SGS reports that the deposit remains open along strike and at depth.
Premium Product Credentials:
Concentrate obtained from Project samples along the ~11-km graphite corridor was previously sent to a well-respected laboratory in the United States that specializes in graphite for product specification studies.
As disclosed in a prior technical report summary filed with the SEC on November 12, 2025, the laboratory was able to qualify the concentrate for use not only in electric vehicle batteries but also in nuclear reactors, a qualification that requires meeting the industry's most stringent purity standard.
Maiden Mineral Resource Estimate
Cut-Off Grade (% Cg)CategoryTonnage (Mt)Average Grade (% Cg)Contained Cg (tonnes)*
2.0Indicated17.25.73~986,000
2.0Inferred7.05.40~378,000
Table 1 - Combined Malacacheta Mineral Resource Estimate at 2.0% Cg cut-off (effective September 14, 2026). Source: TRS, Table 11-8.
Figure 1 - SGS Combined Malacacheta Mineral Resource Estimate at 2.0% Cg cut-off, with the constrained open-pit block model showing graphitic carbon grades at the Project's first tenement.
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*Contained graphitic carbon is calculated by the Company as tonnage multiplied by grade. It is in-situ, rounded, and does not account for mining dilution, mining losses or processing recoveries.
Drilling Confirms Continuity, Width and Grade
The MRE is supported by a diamond drilling program of 21 HQ core holes totaling approximately 2,394 meters, completed in 2026.
The program was designed from geological mapping and an induced polarization (IP) survey.
Every drillhole returned significant graphite intercepts.
The results show consistent mineralized widths and grades, supporting the geological interpretation and the Company's understanding of the deposit.
Graphite mineralization shows continuity over approximately 2.5 kilometers along strike, and the system remains open for further expansion.
Hole IDDepth From (m)Depth To (m)Length (m)Assay (% Cg)
MPDDH-001243.0086.1043.106.20
MPDDH-000826.2466.0039.765.62
MPDDH-000923.2257.0033.787.97
MPDDH-00188.5034.7026.207.51
MPDDH-00108.8033.0524.256.61
Table 2 - Longest graphite intercepts.
Hole IDDepth From (m)Depth To (m)Length (m)Assay (% Cg)
MPDDH-001744.7062.0017.3010.62
MPDDH-00110.0014.2014.209.30
MPDDH-001571.5581.309.758.83
MPDDH-000755.7578.4122.668.27
MPDDH-0014117.33138.0020.678.26
Table 3 - Selected high-grade graphite intercepts.
Source: TRS, Table 7-3. Intervals are down-hole lengths. All holes were drilled at a -60° dip toward azimuth 180°.
Figure 2 - Drill core from hole MPDDH-0017 showing a high-grade graphite schist interval. MPDDH-0017 returned 17.30 meters at 10.62% Cg, the highest-grade significant intercept of the program.
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Substantial Room to Grow
The MRE covers only one tenement (approximately 997 hectares) of three contiguous tenements totaling ~2,822 hectares.
The reported drilling covers only approximately 2.5 km of strike - less than one-quarter of the Project's ~11 km graphite corridor - leaving ~8.5 km untested along the same mineralized trend.
SGS has recommended continued drilling to extend the limits of the deposit and to upgrade its resource classification.
"This maiden resource is a defining milestone for Atlas Critical Minerals and, we believe, for graphite supply in the Americas," said Marc Fogassa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Critical Minerals.
"Our maiden graphite report already points to a quality asset: our Indicated grade exceeds that of the largest known graphite deposit in the United States by approximately 25%. Beyond an already sizable initial resource, , we have drilled only about 2.5 kilometers of an 11-kilometer corridor, on just one of our three contiguous tenements. Importantly, samples from our Project have been processed, tested, and qualified by a well-regarded graphite laboratory in the U.S. for use in electric vehicle batteries and in nuclear reactors, two of the highest-value markets."
Next Steps
The Company will now focus on advancing the Project through additional exploration, metallurgical testwork and technical studies. It will continue to evaluate opportunities to expand and improve the Mineral Resource at the first tenement and across the Project's two other contiguous tenements. Planned work includes:
Resource Expansion Drilling:
Drill-test the remaining ~8.5 kilometers of the graphite corridor, including on the Project's two other tenements.
Step-out and depth drilling at the first tenement, where the deposit remains open.
Resource Upgrading: Infill drilling to convert Inferred Mineral Resources to the Indicated category, as recommended by SGS.
Metallurgical Testwork: Flotation optimization, flake-size distribution and variability testing on the graphitic schist, as recommended by SGS.
Economic Evaluation: Advance engineering and economic studies, including a Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") targeted for Q2 2027.
Graphite: A Critical Mineral
Graphite is the dominant anode material in lithium-ion batteries, which are essential for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. High-purity graphite is also used in nuclear reactors and advanced industrial applications. Several governments, including the U.S., recognize graphite as a critical mineral. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the United States had no domestic natural graphite production in 2025 and remained 100% reliant on imports.
According to MarketsandMarkets, a commodity research firm, the global graphite market is projected to reach USD 36.4 billion by 2030, growing at a 15.1% CAGR.
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a battery supply chain research firm, estimates that 97 new graphite mines will be needed by 2035 to meet global demand.
Atlas believes the Project's combination of scale, grade, near-surface mineralization and demonstrated purification performance positions it well to help address the growing supply gap. Furthermore, Brazil is a safer and more established mineral jurisdiction than many other countries where graphite is found. Additionally, the Project's location in Brazil allows for lower-cost, year-round mining potential, a significant advantage over deposits located in harsher climates.
Qualified Person and Technical Report Summary
The Company's exploration activities at the Project are conducted in accordance with S-K 1300, the U.S. standard for mineral property disclosure.
The MRE was prepared by Marc-Antoine Laporte, P.Geo., M.Sc., of SGS Geological Services. Mr. Laporte is a recognized critical minerals geologist and an independent Qualified Person for graphite under S-K 1300.
The TRS has an effective date of September 14, 2026 and a report date of September 23, 2026. The MRE is part of the TRS.
The TRS was filed as Exhibit 96.1 to the Report on Form 6-K filed by the Company with the SEC on September 29, 2026.
About Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation
Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) is an exploration and development company focused on critical minerals, including rare earths, graphite, and uranium. The Company's focus is to build a diversified global supply chain for the strategic minerals essential for the artificial intelligence revolution, energy transformation, and defense uses. More information is available at www.atlascriticalminerals.com and in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Safe Harbor Statement
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Sep 29 · 11:59·ACN Newswire