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Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

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NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited (“Hong Kong Pharma” or the “Company”), a leading provider of OTC pharmaceutical cross-border e-commerce supply chain services in Hong Kong, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of an aggregate of 1,403,685 ordinary shares of par value $0.001 per share (the “Ordinary Shares”), at a public offering price of US$4.00 per share, of which 1,000,000 Ordinary Shares are offered by Hong Kong Pharma and 403,685 Ordinary Shares are offered by the selling shareholders of the Company. The Company expects to receive aggregate gross proceeds of US$4 million from the Offering, before deducting underwriting discounts and other related expenses. The Company will not receive any proceeds from any sale of Ordinary Shares by the selling shareholders. In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option (the “Over-Allotment Option”) to purchase up to 150,000 Ordinary Shares to cover over-allotments at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts. The Company’s Ordinary Shares are expected to begin trading on January 15, 2025, U.S. Eastern time, on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “HKPD”. The Offering is expected to close on January 16, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

The Company expects to receive net proceeds from the Offering of approximately US$2.9 million, or approximately US$3.5 million if the Over-Allotment Option is exercised in full, after deducting underwriting discounts and the estimated offering expenses payable by us. The Company intends to use the net proceeds for the development and upgrade of its supply chain enterprise resource planning systems; to fund the procurement of warehouse equipment to improve efficiency; to fund the expansion of its sales and marketing team to accelerate the growth of its business; and to fund general working capital and for other general corporate purposes.

The Offering is being conducted on a firm commitment basis. Bancroft Capital, LLC is acting as the lead underwriter, with Eddid Securities USA Inc. acting as a co-underwriter for the Offering. Bevilacqua PLLC is acting as U.S. securities counsel to the Company, and Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP is acting as U.S. securities counsel to the lead underwriter in connection with the Offering.

A registration statement on Form F-1 (File No. 333-282876) relating to the Offering, as amended, has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and was declared effective by the SEC on December 20, 2024. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus, copies of which may be obtained, when available, from: Bancroft Capital, LLC, by standard mail to 501 Office Center Drive, Suite 130, Fort Washington, PA 19034, by email at InvestmentBanking@bancroft4vets.com, or by telephone at (+1) 484-546-8000; or Eddid Securities USA Inc., by standard mail to 40 Wall Street, Suite 1606, New York, NY 10005, by email at ecm@eddidusa.com, or by telephone at (+1) 212-363-6888. Copies of the registration statement can be accessed via the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited

Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited offers two main categories of services: (i) OTC pharmaceutical cross-border e-commerce supply chain services through its Hong Kong subsidiary, Joint Cross Border Logistics Company Limited (“Joint Cross Border”), and (ii) OTC pharmaceutical cross-border procurement and distribution through its Hong Kong subsidiary, V-Alliance Technology Supplies Limited.

Through its engagement with OTC pharmaceutical suppliers, logistics companies, and merchants on Chinese e-commerce platforms, Joint Cross Border provides a convenient one-stop solution for Mainland Chinese customers seeking access to OTC pharmaceutical products outside Mainland China.

Joint Cross Border’s comprehensive service offerings include pre-consultation, product information review, procuring overseas OTC pharmaceutical products, enlisting products with the Hong Kong Department of Health, obtaining import and export permits, storing products, packaging, and arranging logistics and end-to-end delivery services for customers. For more information, please visit the Company’s website: www.9zt.hk.

Forward-Looking Statements

All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, in this release are based only on information currently available to us and speak only as of the date on which they are made. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions in this release. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement for the Offering filed with the SEC. 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 registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

Hong Kong Pharma Digital Technology Holdings Limited

Media Contact: pr@9zt.hk, hevintam@anpa.com.hk 

Investor Relations: ir@9zt.hk

Standard mailRoom B1, 5/F., Well Town Industrial Building, 13 Ko Fai Road, Yau Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Telephone: +852 2618-9289

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Emeren Group Sells 65 MWp Solar Project Portfolio in Germany to Trina Solar

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NORWALK, Conn., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Emeren Group Ltd (“Emeren” or the “Company”) (www.emeren.com) (NYSE: SOL), a leading global solar project developer, owner, and operator, today announced the sale of a 65 MWp solar project portfolio to Trina Solar International System Business Unit (“ISBU”). Trina Solar ISBU (“Trina”) is the downstream project development arm of Trina Solar Co., Ltd. (SHA: 688599), specializing in development, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), operations and maintenance (O&M), and asset management of solar and battery storage utility-scale projects worldwide.

The portfolio, which strengthens Emeren’s position in Germany’s prominent renewable energy market, comprises three projects: One in Saarland, western Germany; the second an innovative Agri-PV project in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, northern Germany; and finally, another Agri-PV initiative located in Lower Saxony, northern Germany. These projects are expected to close in mid-to-late 2025 and may offer potential for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) integration, further enhancing operational efficiency and long-term value.

Yumin Liu, CEO of Emeren Group, commented, “This sale builds on the success of our previous collaboration with Trina Solar in France several months ago, further advancing our renewable energy footprint in Europe. Germany, as one of the most dynamic markets for solar energy, is a key focus for us. The development and sale of this high-quality portfolio highlight the expertise of our team and our commitment to delivering impactful projects. Partnering with Trina Solar once again enables us to achieve our shared vision of driving innovation and sustainability in some of the world’s most competitive renewable energy markets.”

Leonardo Lotti, Head of EMEA for Trina, added, “This portfolio marks the beginning of Trina Solar ISBU’s activities in the German renewable energy market, anticipated to be a key European market for our downstream PV and BESS project development efforts. We have recently formed a diverse and ambitious team in Germany, which is expected to grow alongside our business. Germany’s ambitious renewable energy goals make it a crucial market for solar energy development, and we are pleased to collaborate with Emeren Group on this portfolio. Their expertise in market execution and commitment to high standards have been crucial in advancing these projects. We are confident in the successful delivery of these projects and look forward to strengthening our partnership with Emeren as we contribute to Europe’s transition to a sustainable energy future.”

About Emeren Group Ltd

Emeren Group Ltd (NYSE: SOL), a renewable energy leader, showcases a comprehensive portfolio of solar projects and Independent Power Producer (IPP) assets, complemented by a significant global Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity. Specializing in the entire solar project lifecycle — from development through construction to financing — we excel by leveraging local talent in each market, ensuring our sustainable energy solutions are at the forefront of efficiency and impact. Our commitment to enhancing solar power and energy storage underlines our dedication to innovation, excellence, and environmental responsibility. For more information, go to www.emeren.com.

About Trina Solar ISBU Europe

Trina Solar ISBU, a business unit of Trina Solar, is an innovative solutions utility-scale global solar power and battery storage solutions developer for international markets. With more than 15 years of professional experience and track records in project development, financing, EPC, and O&M, Trina Solar ISBU is committed to being a global leader in the development and management of smart renewable energy solutions and creating value for local stakeholders and international investors. We are active in more than 20 countries and regions, including but not limited to the USA, UK, Italy, France, Greece, Spain, Japan, Colombia, Mexico, Chile, Peru, Australia, South Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Cambodia, Brazil, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Croatia.In Europe, it is currently active in 9 countries and – to date – it has constructed over 2.5GW of grid-connected energy projects.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Emeren Group Ltd – Investor Relations
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MIT Sloan CIO Symposium Announces 2025 CIO Leadership Award Nominations

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium seeks nominations for the 18th Annual MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award. The Award honors Chief Information Officers (CIOs) who lead their organizations to deliver exemplary levels of business value through innovative use of IT.

Nominees must hold the title of Chief Information Officer (CIO) or equivalent and must be the highest-level IT leader in the organization. Applicants, including self-nominations, are welcome from for-profit and not-for-profit organizations and will be assessed on a common set of criteria. The Award judges include CIOs, industry thought leaders and MIT Sloan-affiliated professionals.

The Award attracts applicants from a wide diversity of industries and backgrounds. All Award finalists are great leaders of IT, and most have significant roles in leading digital transformation in their enterprises. They are seen by their peers as business executive colleagues, not just technology experts.

Past Award winners and their companies have received significant attention and recognition as a result of the Award. Recent Award winners include:

Chris Bedi, Chief Digital Information Officer, ServiceNow (2024)Tom Peck, EVP, Chief Information and Digital Officer of Sysco (2023)Wafaa Mamilli, EVP and Chief Information and Digital Officer of Zoetis (2022)

Judging Criteria

Key characteristics of MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award winners include:

Exceptional Communicator – Articulates a vision for strategic business value from IT and works across the organization to build partnership around this vision. Focuses communications on value and innovation, not technology. Helps all IT staff to understand the business and speak the language of business leaders.

Recognized IT Leader – Clearly demonstrates value-for-money in the management of core IT services – providing the right services at the right price and the right level of quality. Recognized among peers as an effective leader of the IT unit.

Driver of Business Value – Understands the business and needs of the CEO, CFO, Line-of-Business heads and other senior executives. Ensures clear focus on potential and realized value in all IT initiatives. Incorporates IT into business decision-making by participating in key strategic conversations, suggesting innovative uses of IT, and for managing risk.

Trusted Partner – Exercises authority beyond IT itself. Considered a trusted member of the senior executive team, not just a technology leader. Suggests innovative uses of IT to transform the business – and successfully executes the changes. May receive additional non-IT responsibilities such as Chief Operating Officer or VP of Strategy, or strategic temporary roles such as Head of M&A integration.

These criteria are adapted from the award-winning book The Real Business of IT: How CIOs Create and Communicate Value, which draws extensively upon research conducted at MIT Sloan.

“As we begin 2025, we look forward to hosting the 22nd annual MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, and we are pleased to once again invite nominations for the CIO Leadership Award,” announced Dr. George Westerman, Co-Chair of the Award Program. “As we navigate the AI-driven era—one filled with both extraordinary opportunities and complex challenges–we are eager to engage with, and be inspired by, these exceptional leaders. Celebrating their accomplishments and impacts on their organizations is a highlight of the Symposium each year.”

Award finalists will be formally recognized at an exclusive dinner on May 19, 2025, where the winner will be announced. All finalists will also have opportunities to share their insights in panels on the day of the Symposium. 

A panel of CIOs, industry thought leaders and MIT Sloan-affiliated professionals will act as judges. To be considered, applicants should complete part one of the initial application immediately to indicate their interest. Applicants who wish to move forward in the process must finalize part two by the deadline of February 25, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The online application can be found at https://mitcio.info/award. Please contact award@mitcio.com with any questions about the application process.

About the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium

The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium is the premier global conference for CIOs and digital business executives to become more effective leaders. CIOs and senior IT executives explore enterprise technology innovations, business practices and receive actionable information that enables them to meet the challenges of today and the future. The Symposium offers a unique learning environment by bringing together the academic thought leadership of MIT with the in-the-trenches experience of leading global CIOs and industry experts. The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium is organized and developed by the MIT Sloan Boston Alumni Association. For more information and to register for this year’s Symposium, visit www.mitcio.com.

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Journalists interested in a press credential should contact Kim Schaefer (kim@warnerpr.com or 702-326-6750), Warner Communications.

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Beat the Looming Deadline by Getting Required W2 To Employees Before January 31

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New 2025 ezPaycheck payroll software allows tax service professionals to optimize the workload for multiple clients both in-house and remotely which will eliminate immense outsourcing costs. 

REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Newest EzPaycheck payroll software from  Halfpricesoft.com offers a less expensive solution for clients to process W-2 and W-3 forms to beat the January 31, 2025 deadline. Print forms for employees, in-house on plain white paper with this application and get an abundance of additional features for only $169.00 for a calendar year.

 

Dr. Ge stated, “The in-house payroll processing software, ezPaycheck 2025, includes W-2, W-3, 941, 943 and 940 forms for customer convenience and efficiency.”

Potential and seasoned clients are invited to visit halfpricesoft.com to download ezPaycheck for up to 30 days with no cost or obligation. The download includes the full version of the paycheck software along with a sample database. The sample database allows new customers to try all of ezPaycheck software’s exciting features, including the intuitive graphical interface, without wasting time entering data. (Please note: TRIAL appears on checks and forms until the purchased license key is entered).

A wide variety of features for ezPaycheck payroll software include, but are not limited to:

PDF feature available at no additional costSupports multiple differential – pay rates such as: hourly, salary, night shift, by piece, by load, or by mileage rates for employeesSupports multiple accounts at no additional chargeSupports network access for 2-10 users (additional cost)Supports daily, weekly, biweekly, semimonthly and monthly payroll periods. Features report functions, print functions, and pay stub functionsPrints miscellaneous checks as well as payroll calculation checksPrints payroll checks on blank computer checks or preprinted checksAutomatically calculates federal withholding tax, social security, Medicare tax and employer unemployment taxesIncludes built-in tax tables for all 50 states and the District of ColumbiaCreates and maintains payroll for multiple companies, and does it simultaneouslyPrints Tax Forms 940, 941, 943, W2 and W3 (Copy A preprinted form required)NEW e941 Feature add on (additional cost.)

ezPaycheck payroll software is compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8, 7 and other Windows systems. We also sell a MAC version separately.

Priced at $169 .00 per calendar year for a single installation, ezPaycheck payroll software is affordable and flexible for any size business. To download and test drive,visit Halfpricesoft.com at no cost or obligation for up to 30 days. Please note: Trial appears on checks and forms until the license key is purchased and entered into the demo version.

Halfpricesoft.com is a leading provider of small to mid-size business software, including online and desktop payroll software, online employee attendance tracking software, accounting software, in-house business and personal check printing software, W2, software, 1099 software,1095 form software and ezACH direct deposit software. Software from halfpricesoft.com is trusted by customers for over 20 years and will allow US business owners to simplify payroll processing and streamline business management.

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