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IJM releases financial results for period ended 30 September 2025
Key highlights: 1H FY2026 Group revenue grew 16.7% y-on-y to RM3.41 billion, driven by Construction and Industry divisions Construction revenue increased 54.1%, reflecting positive momentum from civil, industrial and data centre projects; outstanding order book stands at a record RM14.4 billion Property unbilled sales steady at RM1.59 billion Strong cash reserves and net gearing ratio of 0.40 times provide resilience and capacity to undertake large-scale projects Interim dividend of 2 sen maintained IJM Corporation Berhad (“IJM” or “The Group”) today released its financial results for the first half ended 30 September 2025 (1H FY2026). Group Financial Performance Group revenue for 1H FY2026 increased 16.7% to RM3,407.6 million, mainly from higher contributions from the Construction and Industry divisions. Group profit after tax and minority interest saw a modest increase of 0.2% to RM161.4 million, compared with RM161.1 million in the corresponding period last year, reflecting the stronger performance by the Construction and Industry divisions but lower contributions from the Property Development and Port divisions, as well as unrealised foreign exchange losses during the period. For the period, the Group’s Construction Division recorded revenue of RM1,793.9 million, a 54.1% increase, supported by higher construction activities across ongoing civil engineering and industrial and data centre projects. The improved revenue and a higher share of profit from joint ventures led to an increase in pre-tax profits by 37.4% to RM71.9 million. Property Division reported a decrease in revenue and PBT in the period to RM570.1 million and RM34.3 million respectively, due to lower sales and profit contribution from associates and joint ventures. In 1H FY2026, Industry Division saw an increase in revenue of 16.2% to RM621.7 million, on the back of higher deliveries of piles and ready-mixed concrete. Correspondingly, pre-tax profit improved 16.3% to RM106.8 million. IJM’s Toll Division reported a 6.7% decrease in revenue in 1H FY2026 as a result of the expiry of an overseas toll concession in July 2024. However, profit before tax increased by 127.0% to RM30.6 million arising from higher contributions from local tollways and the Group’s Argentinian associate in the period. The Group’s Port Division recorded a 17.4% decrease in revenue to RM197.8 million in 1H FY2026 mainly due to lower cargo throughput arising from a key customer undertaking major maintenance. As a result, Port pre-tax profits for 1H FY2026 decreased to RM46.2 million. IJM continues to have ample liquidity and a healthy net gearing ratio of 0.40 times, providing the Group with sufficient capacity to undertake complex, large-scale projects. Prospects for the Near Term On the Group’s prospects, Dato’ Lee Chun Fai, Group CEO & Managing Director of IJM, said: “Post the reported period, the Group secured a data-centre contract worth RM2.1 billion, marking its largest data-centre project to-date. This milestone reinforces market confidence in our delivery capability and execution strength. With our established credentials and growing track record with leading hyperscale operators, IJM is well-positioned to capture further opportunities from the robust data centre infrastructure developments in Malaysia.” The Group’s Construction outstanding order book stands at a record high RM14.4 billion, including RM5.3 billion in two newly secured large-scale data centre developments in Pulai, Johor, and Elmina Business Park, Selangor, as well as the New Pantai Expressway Extension (NPE2). The Property Division remains steadfast in sustaining its business through product differentiation to align with evolving buyer expectations and affordability thresholds. The division is expected to maintain a satisfactory performance in the current financial year on the back of its unbilled sales of RM1.59 billion. The Industry Division is expected to maintain its strong performance given its healthy order book position by leveraging on the continued roll-out of new data centres and large-scale infrastructure jobs. Toll operations will contribute recurrent cashflows from its existing mature concessions, while NPE 2 is expected to support the division’s long-term earnings profile. The Port Division anticipates a softer outlook this year amid global trade uncertainties and subdued steel demand, which spurred a key customer to undertake major maintenance of its plant during the financial year. Following the results, IJM declared a single-tier interim dividend of 2.0 sen per share. – end – About IJM Corporation Berhad IJM Corporation Berhad (“IJM”), formed in 1983, today ranks as one of Malaysia’s leading conglomerates with an international footprint forged by its four core businesses: construction, property development, industry (quarrying and the manufacture of building materials) and infrastructure concessions. IJM holds leading positions across all its business divisions. Its growth is the direct result of strong leadership, dedicated employees, financial prudence and commitment to good governance and quality. The Group presently has a market capitalisation of around RM9.01 billion and as of September 2025, the Group employed around 3,500 employees and had total assets of RM22.1 billion. For more information, visit www.ijm.com For media enquiries, please contact: Ms. Mandy Chen, Corporate Communications, at [email protected] or + 60 12 607 6121 Mr. Shane Guha Thakurta, Investor Relations, at [email protected] or + 60 3 7985 8041
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- November 27, 2025Technology
Micro-X to unveil updated Rover Mobile DR X-ray device at RSNA 2025
Micro-X Limited ( ASX:MX1 ), a global leader in miniaturized X-ray technology, will launch its newly updated Rover mobile X-ray system at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting in Chicago this November, marking the international debut of the upgraded platform. The next-generation Rover builds on Micro-X’s proven strengths in lightweight, motor-free mobile imaging, with innovations designed to elevate clinical workflow and imaging performance. Enhancements include the latest Lumen glass-free high-resolution detector, in-bin charging for streamlined readiness, a larger high-definition touchscreen interface, improved serviceability, and more compact stowage for crowded or space-constrained clinical environments. The updated Rover Mobile DR X-ray will debut at RSNA 2025 “The updated Rover reflects our continued commitment to designing mobile imaging systems that make clinicians’ work easier and more efficient,” said Kingsley Hall, Chief Executive Officer of Micro-X. “By combining a next-generation detector, smarter charging, and an expanded user interface with the same ultra-lightweight mobility, we’re redefining what’s possible for bedside and point-of-care X-ray imaging inside hospitals and clinics worldwide.” Using Micro-X’s proprietary Nano Electronic X-ray Technology, the Rover delivers high-quality digital radiography with exceptional maneuverability, gentle navigation across hospital floors and lifts, and minimal maintenance requirements. The new in-bin charging solution removes the need for external cabling and reduces downtime, ensuring the Rover remains ready when clinicians need it most. Showcasing Micro-X Innovation at RSNA 2025 Visitors to Booth 6537 will also experience two breakthrough developments from Micro-X’s expanding medical imaging portfolio: Full-scale model of the portable Full Body CT scanner Developed in partnership with ARPA-H under the PARADIGM program, this next-generation whole-body CT concept demonstrates how miniaturized X-ray sources can unlock new deployment models for trauma, military, sports and remote medical environments. Full-scale model of the Head CT scanner for stroke The compact, point-of-care Head CT scanner aims to transform acute stroke care by enabling immediate imaging wherever the patient presents. The latest CT image sets acquired by the prototype system will be showcased at RSNA, offering the first public look at its rapidly advancing image quality. The scanner is expected to commence Australian human imaging trials imminently, pending final regulatory license to operate. Senior Micro-X executives will be available at the stand throughout RSNA for meetings, technical briefings, and investment or partnership discussions. Book a meeting Advancing a Vision: Bringing Imaging to the Patient Across its portfolio, Micro-X is pioneering a future where imaging is delivered to the patient. Through its unique ability to miniaturize X-ray hardware using proprietary carbon nanotube (CNT) technology, Micro-X is enabling new care pathways for emergency medicine, stroke, rural and remote health, defense, and sports medicine. Media enquiries: Rebecca Puddy [email protected]
- November 27, 2025Business
UEM Edgenta Navigates Transitional Q3 FY2025, Accelerates Cost Optimisation Measures to Counter External Headwinds
UEM Edgenta Berhad (“UEM Edgenta” or “the Company”), a leading Asset Management and Infrastructure Solutions company, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended 30 September 2025 (Q3 FY2025). UEM Edgenta recorded revenue of RM770.8 million, marginally lower than the RM793.2 million reported in the corresponding quarter last year. The Group reported a net loss of RM92.9 million for the quarter, compared to a net profit of RM10.4 million in Q3 FY2024. The reported loss was primarily driven by significant one-off, non-cash impairments of goodwill, non-current assets, and long-outstanding receivables. The impairment of receivables reflects our measured approach to credit risk management, while the impairments of goodwill and non-current assets were triggered by recent confirmation that the current Healthcare Support Services concession terms would remain unchanged with no upward revision in fees for the interim period, leading to a revaluation of the carrying amounts associated with the concession business. Excluding these one-off adjustments, the Company’s underlying operational profit stood at RM11.7 million which is broadly in line with the profitability levels of our normal operating quarters, demonstrating the effectiveness of our cost-savings measures and process optimisation initiatives in mitigating persistent cost pressures including those arising from the regulatory enforcement of the new minimum wage. Our Asset Management segment posted revenue of RM489.1 million for the quarter, slightly below the RM492.9 million recorded in Q3 FY2024. While the segment continued to secure new wins in international markets, the financial results was primarily impacted by the structural rebasing of the Healthcare Solutions division following the transition to an interim concession environment, coupled with margin compression arising from the regulatory enforcement of the new minimum wage order. Consequently, the segment recorded a net loss of RM61.5 million, reflecting the non-cash impairments and the immediate flow-through of these operational cost increases which outpaced current contract cost-pass-through mechanisms. The Infrastructure Solutions segment reported revenue of RM279.4 million for Q3 FY2025, lower than the RM302.4 million recorded in the corresponding quarter last year. The decline was primarily attributable to reduced work orders in the Infrastructure Services division and delays in project commencement within the Asset Consultancy division. This translated into a lower net profit for the segment of RM8.3 million, as margins remained under pressure from escalating operating costs. Overall, for the nine‐month period ended 30 September 2025 (9M FY2025), the Company reported revenue of RM2.15 billion and a net loss of RM99.5 million, compared to RM2.23 billion in revenue and a net profit of RM33.4 million in the corresponding period. The decline reflects the transitional period the Group is navigating, characterised by the lower translated contributions from foreign subsidiaries, and significant margin pressures arising from the increased operating costs across key segments, especially the Healthcare concession business. Commenting on the quarter’s results, Shaiful Subhan, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, UEM Edgenta, shared, “We view this quarter’s performance as a necessary structural reset as we navigate the transition between concession cycles. It is crucial to highlight that despite the reported loss, the impact stems largely from one-off, non-cash balance-sheet adjustments arising from our reassessment of asset carrying values and credit exposures. These adjustments do not affect our operational capacity or liquidity. Our operating cash flow remains positive, enabling us to sustain disciplined cost management supported by technology-driven operational efficiency. Our fundamentals remain robust, supported by our diversified growth in international markets. We are confident that the strategic measures we are executing today will neutralise these headwinds and return the Group to sustainable profitability in the near term.” “Our international business remains a vital pillar of our earnings resilience, particularly in Singapore and Taiwan, where we have high contract renewals and new wins continue to affirm our market leadership. In the Middle East, we are accelerating our expansion through strategic partnerships, such as our recent collaboration with Land Sterling in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which opens new opportunities in large-scale facility management. Leveraging this geographical diversification, we are intensifying our technology deployment through our proprietary Asseto system and other IoT-driven solutions. These digital offerings are critical not just for service differentiation, but for enabling the predictive maintenance and real-time performance visibility necessary to drive the cost optimisation and operational efficiency we need in this current climate.” he added. Across Malaysia, the Company continues to prioritise margin protection and efficiency improvements through disciplined execution of local contracts. The Company expects growth momentum in Infrastructure Solutions to be further supported by contracts secured in early 2025, including traffic management planning and control services on the Kuala Lumpur–Karak Highway. We also expanded our Property and Facility Solutions in domestic portfolios with nationwide mobilisation efforts underway after the recent signing of the IFM contract in the oil & gas and manufacturing sectors. These wins mark a strategic broadening of our footprint beyond commercial assets into more complex, multi-site industrial and corporate environments. Through disciplined execution, strengthened capabilities, and a diversified regional footprint, the Company is confident in navigating our organisation’s future and positioning UEM Edgenta for long-term, sustainable value creation for all stakeholders.
- November 27, 2025Business
JINGDONG Property And MODON Announce Partnership Agreement – MoU Signed to Develop 2 Million Sqm of Industrial and Logistics Assets across Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON) and JINGDONG Property, JD.com’s infrastructure investment and management platform, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the UNIDO General Conference (UNIDO GC21) in Riyadh to partner in developing and operating two million square meters of industrial and logistics projects across MODON’s industrial cities. The new partnership is an important step in JD.com’s investment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the company builds out its businesses in the Region. The signing ceremony was attended by H.E. Mr. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Eng. Majed Rafed Al-Argoubi, CEO of MODON, and Mr. Feng Guo, General Manager of JD.com Middle East, underscoring the strategic importance of the collaboration. JINGDONG Property will bring its strong expertise in developing, operating, and managing industrial and logistics assets, as well as attracting institutional capital for large-scale real estate programs. This partnership demonstrates the company’s ability to deliver high-quality projects and strengthen the Kingdom’s industrial and logistics investment environment. JINGDONG Property and MODON will focus on developing and managing logistics and industrial assets across key locations in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. The partnership between JINGDONG Property and MODON supports Saudi Arabia’s global competitiveness by acheiving targets outlined in the National Industrial Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030. These targets include raising the sector’s GDP contribution, enhacing local content, boosting exports, and increasing private-sector participation in infrastructure and superstructure development projects. The first pilot will land in Jeddah Industrial City with an area of exceeding 40,000 sqm and will be followed by additional developments in the Riyadh region. Marking JINGDONG Property’s first Greenfield Project in Saudi Arabia, the Jeddah project will be developed into modern Grade-A speculative warehousing facilities certified with BREEAM Excellence, delivering sustainable spaces through smart automation and built-to-suit (BTS) solutions. It is designed to meet the rising demand for high quality, efficient storage and logistics space in the Western Region, especially in the industries of FMCG, e-commerce, automotive, food and pharmaceuticals. JINGDONG Property and MODON both emphasized that this strategic partnership marks an important step in strengthening the Kingdom’s industrial and logistics ecosystem and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as a global hub. About MODON Since its establishment in 2001, Modon has been undertaking the development and supervision of industrial lands and integrated infrastructure. Today, it oversees 39 existing and under development industrial cities across the Kingdom, in addition to private industrial cities and complexes. Modon succeeded in raising the area of developed industrial lands until now nearly 220 million m² . These cities manage 8000 industrial and investment contracts and more than 4000 factories between producer, existing and under construction and establishment. About JINGDONG Property, Inc. JINGDONG Property, Inc., also known as JD Property, is a leading and rapidly growing modern infrastructure investment and asset management platform of JD.com, Inc. Its business includes investment, development and asset management of logistics parks, business parks, data centers and others. As the cornerstone of JD.com’s supply chain ecosystem, JINGDONG Property is equipped with deep insights into merchandise and logistics flows and has a unique ability to integrate business resources. Leveraging our core competencies across infrastructure assets, development expertise, service capabilities and actionable insights, we provide bespoke, holistic and intelligent infrastructure. As of September 30, JINGDONG Property manages more than 270 infrastructure projects in China and worldwide. ( [email protected] )
- November 27, 2025Business
Delta Electronics (Thailand) Achieves “Excellent” (5-Star) CGR Award for 10th Consecutive Year, Cementing Leadership in Governance
Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL., has been recognized with an “Excellent” (5-Star) grade in the Corporate Governance Report (CGR) assessment for Thai Listed Companies for the year 2025 from the Thai Institute of Directors (IOD). This achievement marks the 10th consecutive year the company has maintained the highest possible rating. The 2025 IOD CGR survey assessed 844 Thai listed companies, placing Delta among the top tier for its robust governance practices. This decade-long streak of excellence strongly confirms the company’s unwavering commitment to ethical business operations, transparency, and consistent responsibility toward all stakeholders. Delta’s continued top CGR rating is directly linked to its sustained commitment to global sustainability standards. The company’s governance excellence has been well recognized, including its recent inclusion in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 and its ranking among the top ten companies globally in the ITC Electronic Equipment industry segment. This highlights Delta’s strategic integration of governance into its core business, particularly concerning environmental and social risk oversight. Delta actively manages climate risk through initiatives such as its Internal Carbon Pricing (ICP) program, which drives investment in energy conservation and renewable energy. The company remains focused on its ambitious goals to achieve Net-Zero emissions by 2050, reflecting a proactive and responsible approach to long-term value creation. The CGR study, supported by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), assesses listed companies based on internationally aligned criteria, emphasizing the role of the Board, transparency in disclosure, and the equitable treatment of shareholders. Delta's consistent performance across all categories showcases its dedication to building investor confidence and ensuring sustainable, long-term growth for the Thai capital market. Delta Electronics (Thailand) will continue to lead by example, leveraging strong corporate governance as the foundation for ethical practices and sustainable value creation for all its stakeholders.
- November 26, 2025Business
SIA ENGINEERING COMPANY AND SAFRAN AIRCRAFT ENGINES SIGN LETTER OF INTENT TO EXPAND CFM LEAP ENGINE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Mainboard-listed SIA Engineering Company Limited (“SIAEC” or the “Company”) and Safran Aircraft Engines (“SAE”) have signed a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to broaden their partnership in CFM LEAP (“LEAP”) engine maintenance in Singapore. Under this LOI, the parties will jointly explore options to expand the existing scope of services in their commercial agreement, including the potential formation of a Joint Venture in LEAP engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (“MRO”) in Singapore. SIAEC currently performs LEAP engine Quick Turn maintenance for SAE at its Aircraft Engine Services facility in Changi North. Mr Wong Yue Jeen, Chief Commercial Officer of SIAEC, said: “We are delighted to deepen our partnership with SAE in support of its efforts to meet the growing global demand for LEAP engine maintenance. This collaboration builds upon SIAEC’s longstanding relationship with the Safran Group, and would potentially enable us to enhance our contribution to SAE’s LEAP maintenance network through the development of additional engine maintenance capabilities and capacity. With our strategic location in Singapore and proven technical expertise, we are well-positioned to add value and resilience to the LEAP maintenance network.” This LOI underscores our commitment to expanding our global MRO network and supporting the strong ramp-up of LEAP engine maintenance services”, said Mr Nicolas Potier, Executive Vice President Support & Services for SAE. “By combining SIAEC’s recognised expertise in LEAP engine maintenance with our own capabilities, we aim to deliver excellence and innovation in MRO, ensuring that our airline customers benefit from world-class standards and enhanced operational efficiency.” As at the date of this announcement, no definitive or binding agreements have been entered into or reached by SIAEC and SAE in respect of the matters contemplated by the LOI, and there is no assurance or certainty that such agreements will be entered into or reached or that such matters will be proceeded with. The Company will make the necessary announcement(s) in relation to the potential expansion of the collaboration between the parties as and when there are any material developments on the matter, including the signing of any definitive agreements. None of the Directors and controlling shareholders of SIAEC nor SAE has any interest, direct or indirect, in the LOI, other than through their shareholdings (if any) in SIAEC. * * * * * About SIA Engineering Company (Company Registration No. 198201025C) www.siaec.com.sg SIA Engineering Company (SIAEC) is a major provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services in Asia-Pacific. SIAEC has a client base of more than 80 international carriers and aerospace equipment manufacturers. It provides line maintenance services at more than 30 airports in 9 countries, as well as airframe, engine and component services on some of the most advanced and widely used commercial aircraft in the world. The 25 subsidiaries and joint ventures with original equipment manufacturers and strategic partners in Singapore, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, the United States of America and Vietnam increase the depth and breadth of the Company’s service offerings. SIAEC has approvals from 27 national aviation regulatory authorities to provide MRO services for aircraft registered in the United States of America, Europe, China and other countries. About Safran Aircraft Engines Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of €27.3 billion in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or European leadership positions in its core markets. Safran Aircraft Engines designs, produces and sells, alone or in partnership, commercial and military aircraft engines offering world-class performance, reliability and environmental compliance. Through CFM International*, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of engines for single-aisle mainline commercial jets. * CFM International is a 50/50 joint venture between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE Aerospace. For more information, please contact: Tan May Lyn Manager Corporate SIA Engineering Company Limited Tel: +65 6548 1157 E-mail: [email protected]
- November 26, 2025Charity
Indorama Ventures partners with YoungHappy to launch the 21-Day Digital Recycling Challenge, empowering over 200 seniors to learn sustainable recycling practices
Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical company, represented by Ms. Naweensuda Krabuanrat, Global Head of CSR (left), has partnered with YoungHappy, Thailand’s leading senior lifestyle and digital engagement platform, led by Ms. Varissara Klipbua, CEO & Co-Founder (right), to officially launch a 21-day online challenge designed to empower more than 200 seniors nationwide through digital recycling education program while strengthening awareness of proper PET bottle recycling and plastic waste management. The challenge features daily online activities adapted from Indorama Ventures’ Waste Hero Education Program, offering simple and practical guidance that seniors can easily apply in their daily routines. The initiative aims for at least 20% of participants to demonstrate measurable improvement in their recycling knowledge and behavior. Recognizing the important role the elderly population plays in shaping household habits, the program integrates digital engagement with hands-on recycling knowledge to make sustainability more accessible. This collaboration brings environmental education to seniors in an interactive and motivating format that encourages continuous participation — reinforcing the belief that seniors can be powerful agents of positive change. Insights from this pilot program will support the development of an expanded initiative in 2026, including efforts to increase PET bottle return rates and explore opportunities to scale the model across additional Asian markets.
- November 26, 2025Lifestyle
7NEWS is Australia’s #1 news in 2025
The Seven Network’s 7NEWS has re-enforced its position as Australia’s most-watched news, with the 6.00pm bulletin ranking as the #1 news program nationally for the 20th year in a row and recording strong audience growth across broadcast, streaming and digital. Across 2025, the 7NEWS 6.00pm bulletins recorded an average national total TV audience of 1.3 million viewers each night across Seven and 7plus , up 3% year-on-year. While on 7plus, the audience surged 70% year-on-year. More than 5.37 million Australians tune in to 7NEWS ’ 19 capital city and regional 6.00pm bulletins each week, with all of 7NEWS ’ bulletins combined reaching 7.1 million weekly. 7NEWS has recorded consistent growth across the capital cities in 2025, including Melbourne (up 10%), Adelaide (up 4%), Perth (up 4%), Sydney (up 2%) and five capital cities (up 4%). 7NEWS has maintained its strong lead across regional Australia and is also up year-on-year. Other 7NEWS programming also continues to grow, with 7NEWS Spotlight ’s average total TV audience up 13% year-on-year and streaming up 61% on 7plus, further cementing Seven as the home of Australia's most compelling long-form, public interest journalism. Seven continues to dominate morning television in 2025, maintaining the #1 spot across Sunrise , Weekend Sunrise and The Morning Show every single week this year. Sunrise ’s national total TV audience increased 6% this year, while Weekend Sunrise is up 5% and The Morning Show is up 7%. Audiences on 7plus are up 56%, 63% and 56% respectively. The success of 7NEWS reaches far beyond the television screen, with a combined 28 million followers across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Videos across these platforms have generated 8.9 billion views in 2025, with 25% viewer growth year-on-year , while 7NEWS Australia is now the most followed Australian news organisation on TikTok, with two million followers and counting. 7NEWS.com.au has a unique audience of more than eight million readers every month and remains one of Australia’s most-visited news sites for breaking news, sport, entertainment and lifestyle content, with continued investment in digital capability and content innovation. Seven’s Director of News and Current Affairs, Ray Kuka, said: “Every week, more Australians connect to 7NEWS than any other news service. That choice is built on trust. Our news teams right across the country work tirelessly to earn that trust, and to deliver the news reliably, consistently and accurately. “Viewers know 7NEWS will be there first, will stay the course on the stories and issues that matter most, and will deliver comprehensive coverage across every platform – at a time when credible, balanced journalism has never been more critical. “ Our exclusive reporting and campaign-led journalism has helped expose the nation’s hospital crisis, held governments to account on cost of living and demanded better protection for domestic violence victims, among a long list of stories giving a voice to our viewers. “To win the ratings year again and to grow audiences across national total TV, streaming and digital speaks to the extraordinary commitment of our journalists, producers, camera operators and production teams nationwide. The strength and depth of experience in our newsrooms is unmatched and the reason 7NEWS remains Australia’s #1 news. “We're incredibly grateful to the millions of Australians who welcome 7NEWS into their homes each night. It’s a privilege we never take for granted,” he said. This year, 7NEWS further strengthened its presence across regional Australia, with the addition of Southern Cross Media’s regional TV licences in Tasmania, Darwin, Spencer Gulf, Broken Hill, Mount Isa, and Remote, Central and Eastern Australia, ensuring viewers in every corner of the country can access essential and reliable news. Last week, 7NEWS news and weather updates launched in Broken Hill (NSW) and Spencer Gulf (SA), and local 7NEWS updates are now being shown in Darwin. For more information, please contact: Kaycie Bradford Communications Director, Corporate M: 0400 002 664 E: [email protected] Brittany Stack Head of Communications, News and Current Affairs, Partnerships and Community M: 0410 724 424 E: [email protected] About the Seven Network The Seven Network is part of Seven West Media (ASX: SWM), one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across broadcast television, publishing and digital. The Seven Network alone reaches 17.5 million people a month. Seven West Media owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses and platforms, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; The West Australian ; The Sunday Times ; PerthNow; The Nightly ; and Streamer . The Seven Network is home to Australia’s most loved news, sport and entertainment programming, including 7NEWS , 7NEWS Spotlight , Sunrise , The Morning Show , The Voice , Home and Away , Australian Idol , My Kitchen Rules , Farmer Wants A Wife , The Chase Australia , Better Homes and Gardens , The 1% Club , The Front Bar and the TV WEEK Logie Awards . The Seven Network is also the broadcast partner of the AFL, Cricket Australia, Supercars, the 2026 Rugby League World Cup and the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games . Source: VOZ 5.0 National Total TV Average Audience, Average Weekly Reach, Consolidated 7. Last 7 Days Overnight. cpm News Hours and Seven News Spotlight vs equivalent timeslots in previous years. Pre 2022 data is National (OzTAM + RegTAM) broadcast only for the cpm hour.
- November 26, 2025Business
GPT Group builds momentum with three new tenants at 51 Flinders Ln
The GPT Group (GPT) has secured three additional major tenant commitments at its premium $555 million development, 51 Flinders Ln, signalling strong demand for premium office space in Melbourne’s highly sought after east end precinct. AirTrunk, FM and Koda Capital will move into more than 4,500sqm across the South Tower of the asset in late 2026, joining WPP as part of the emerging tenant community at the 51 Flinders Ln precinct. Leading hyperscale data centre specialist, AirTrunk, will open its first Melbourne office at 51 Flinders Ln, occupying the top three floors comprising 1,945sqm, including an exclusive 80sqm terrace. The elevated space delivers views across Melbourne’s sporting precinct, the bay and the ranges with a premium fit-out and equal access to high-quality workspace for all staff. To support its transition to the new workspace at 51 Flinders Ln, AirTrunk will occupy short-term accommodation in 8 Exhibition St, GPT's neighbouring workplace. Carly Wishart, Managing Director - Corporate & International at AirTrunk, who is based in Melbourne said: “We are looking forward to establishing our new Melbourne headquarters at 51 Flinders Ln. With demand for cloud and AI accelerating, our business is scaling quickly, and we’re looking to bring in some of Melbourne’s top talent to help drive this growth. Spanning the top floors of 51 Flinders Ln, our new office will be a drawcard destination, bringing our team together to connect, create, and innovate, and generating the momentum we need to continue to enable the region’s digital future.” Adding to the momentum, commercial property insurer, FM will relocate from Bourke Street to a new 2,025sqm office space spanning three floors at 51 Flinders Ln. The elevated, prime position was a key driver in the company’s move, providing staff with city views and an enhanced workplace experience. Completing the latest tenancies is leading wealth management firm Koda Capital, which will occupy over 600 sqm of premium fitted space as part of GPT’s Fitted Suites offering. Drawn by the building’s central location, exceptional construction quality, and distinctive character, Koda Capital will take an entire floor—creating an environment that reflects the firm’s commitment to clients and provides an enhanced experience for employees. Matthew Brown, Head of Office at The GPT Group, said the strong leasing activity reflects the calibre of this office development and ongoing demand for premium workspaces. “These three new tenant commitments highlight the positive leasing momentum we are experiencing at 51 Flinders Ln, each inspired by this landmark, next-generation development that reimagines the workplace.” “The precinct continues to attract leading global companies and growing local firms that value quality workplace design to foster collaboration, and access to the best of Melbourne’s culture and amenity in equal measure.” 51 Flinders Ln will comprise two distinct towers, including a 14-level North Tower and a 39-level South Tower, to offer approximately 27,500sqm of A-Grade commercial office space alongside 1,000sqm of retail amenities, all set within the distinctive character of Flinders Lane. Construction of the development is underway and anticipated to be completed by mid-2026 with the building recently topping out. Upon completion, 8 Exhibition St will seamlessly integrate with 51 Flinders Ln, forming an expansive commercial precinct with enhanced accessibility, movement and visibility across both sites. It will also deliver 6,000sqm of fitted spaces across both towers, offering turnkey solutions for boutique and smaller enterprises, who are seeking flexibility and immediate occupancy, without compromising on quality. 51 Flinders Ln represents the next generation of sustainable design – fully electrified and embodied carbon neutral from construction through to operation. The building is targeting a 6 Star Green Star Design rating, 5 Star NABERS Energy rating, Platinum WELL rating and Wiredscore Platinum certification, setting a new benchmark for digitally connected, best-in-class workplaces. Future tenants of either tower will have the best of Melbourne at their fingertips, including panoramic views from every floor while surrounded by the city’s top culinary institutions and iconic sporting precincts. For more information visit: www.51flindersln.com.au
- November 26, 2025Business
Flight Centre Travel Group Launches World360 Rewards Loyalty Program
Flight Centre Travel Group today unveiled World360 Rewards, an Australian loyalty program designed to make travel more rewarding and accessible. Built entirely around the travel experience, the new program enables members to earn faster, redeem easier, and travel more often. World360 Rewards covers the entire holiday journey – from flights and hotels to cruises, tours, and everyday essentials – through one of the largest travel partner networks in the country. Members can earn World360 Rewards points across: – 500+ airlines – 900,000 hotels worldwide – 40+ cruise lines – 300,000+ tours; and – 300+ retail and lifestyle partners “Travel is literally the point of this game-changing new program,” James Kavanagh, FLT’s global leisure CEO, said. “With World360 Rewards, members earn points on every flight, every fare class, and every part of their holiday booking. Plus, they can stack rewards or triple dip – earning World360 points alongside airline points and credit card points. “This creates one of the fastest paths to travel rewards in the Australian market. “Rather than competing with airline programs, World360 Rewards complements them, giving travellers more choice and flexibility without sacrificing loyalty to their preferred carriers. Members can also redeem their points on any travel products that our participating brands sell – if the product is available, you can use your points to book it.” “From a company perspective, this is an exciting opportunity that will create new engines of growth – rewarding customers, increasing basket-size, unlocking supplier value and driving personalisation.” Launch Incentives Include Opportunity to Earn Triple Points To celebrate the program’s launch, members can earn triple points with selected partners, including Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas, Viking Cruises, and leading tour operators such as Trafalgar and Contiki. “These accelerated earning opportunities – on top of the triple dip opportunities – mean families booking holidays with participating partners can significantly reduce the cost of future travel,” Mr Kavanagh said. World360 Rewards Store Members can redeem points as full or partial payment for holidays or access exclusive points-only travel deals through a custom-built Rewards Store. From single-day tours to complete holiday packages, the store offers flexibility and opens up more accessible travel possibilities. How to Join World360 Rewards is free to join and available now via the Flight Centre, Travel Associates, and Cruiseabout brands. Customers can download the app from the iOS App Store or Google Play and start earning instantly. For those seeking premium benefits, the Member Plus tier ($249/year) includes: • 15,000 bonus sign-up points Flight Centre Travel Group Limited ABN 25 003 377 188 275 Grey Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA • Airport lounge access • Delay protection • A global esim; and • Additional bonus benefits Investor enquiries to [email protected], +61 418 750 454
- November 25, 2025Event Announcement
Grid My Business Launches Black Friday Discount on All Local SEO Plans
Grid My Business, a comprehensive local rank tracker tool , announces its annual Black Friday sale with 30% off all monthly and annual plans using code GMBBLACK25. The limited-time offer runs through the end of November, providing businesses and agencies their only opportunity this year to access the platform's advanced local ranking tools at a discounted rate. The platform addresses a critical challenge in local search: 9 out of 10 customers choose businesses from Google's local 3-pack, with only around 8% scrolling past it. Grid My Business provides accurate ranking data and optimization insights that help businesses understand their position and improve their visibility. “Local businesses and agencies need reliable data and efficient tools to compete in local search,” said Mark Gan, Community Manager at Grid My Business. “This Black Friday offer makes our most accurate rank tracking and AI automation tools accessible to businesses that need them most, without the premium price tag.” The platform stands out from competitors by removing location limits entirely. While most local SEO tools cap users at 1 to 15 Google Business Profiles, Grid My Business allows 2 to unlimited connections, making it practical for growing agencies and multi-location businesses. Key features available with discounted plans: Local rank tracking achieving 98.7% accuracy with flexible grid positioning Competitor tracking to monitor rival rankings and replicate successful GBP strategies AI Review Agent that automatically responds to customer reviews 24/7 in a customized tone AI Ranking Optimizer providing clear steps to improve local search visibility Citation Manager tracking across 1,000+ directories with NAP distribution to 500+ high-authority sites Service Area Business (SAB) support for plumbers, landscapers, cleaners, and similar businesses White-label reports and team collaboration tools for agencies And more. The discount code GMBBLACK25 applies to both monthly and annual billing options at checkout. Annual plans give the highest overall savings when the Black Friday rate is applied. The offer ends at the close of November 2025 and will not return again this year. To claim the discount, visit https://gridmybusiness.com and enter code GMBBLACK25 at checkout.
- November 25, 2025Business
Yamaha Motor Launches New Variations in Its Robonity Series - Three New Types Added: Long-Stroke, Timing Belt Drive, and Low-Profile, Bringing the Lineup to 54 Models
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) today announced the expansion of its Robonity* series of single-axis robots and motorless single-axis actuators with the addition of a long-stroke type, a timing belt drive type, and a low-profile type with reduced overall height. The new models will be launched on December 3, 2025. The long-stroke type features a maximum stroke of 3,000 mm, a maximum payload of 200 kg, and a repeatability of ±0.01 mm, delivering both high-precision long-stroke capability and high payloads. Equipped with our proprietary Optimal Support Mechanism(patented), it suppresses speed reduction caused by critical-speed and enables operation at a maximum speed of 2,400 mm/sec. The timing belt drive type achieves a maximum stroke of 4,000 mm and a maximum speed of 3,750 mm/sec, representing the highest speed in Yamaha's history, enabling high-speed, long-distance transfer between production processes. The low-profile type contributes to overall equipment downsizing by reducing total height, while its slimmer design still maintains high rigidity and ensures excellent accuracy. All models are equipped as standard with shutters that cover the guides, ball screws, and belts to prevent grease dispersion and foreign-matter contamination, allowing use in today's manufacturing environments requiring high cleanliness and dry conditions, such as semiconductor and EV battery production. The new long-stroke, timing belt drive, and low-profile types will also be exhibited at the 2025 International Robot Exhibition, one of the world's largest robotics trade shows, to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 3 (Wed) to December 6 (Sat). * "Robonity" is a coined term combining "robot" and "infinity," expressing the concept of a series offering an extensive variety of models. Long-Stroke Type Timing Belt Drive Type Low-Profile Type Market Background and Product Outline With products becoming increasingly compact, high-density, multifunctional, and diverse, product life cycles are also shortening at a rapid pace. In response, manufacturing sites are facing greater demand for multi-variety, variable-volume production, along with the need for higher equipment efficiency and shorter delivery times. In particular, the global increase in automotive battery production has led to a growing need for transfer systems that can handle copper material restrictions, low dew-point (dry) environments, low dust generation, and anti-rust performance. To meet these evolving needs, Yamaha Motor launched the Robonity series in May 2019 - a versatile lineup that allows users to choose between motorless single-axis actuators and single-axis robots, suitable for a wide range of applications from positioning to material transfer. Since its launch, Yamaha has continuously expanded the lineup, and the series is now widely used in the automotive components, electrical and electronic, and consumer goods industries, among others. The newly added long-stroke, timing belt drive, and low-profile types are all compatible with clean manufacturing environments with high air purity. With these additions, the Robonity series now offers 54 models, enabling customers to select the most optimal specifications from an extensive lineup. Leveraging its strength in providing a comprehensive range of automation solutions - from single-axis robots to collaborative robots and linear conveyor modules - Yamaha Motor continues to pursue greater efficiency and quality improvements to meet the increasingly complex and diversified needs of modern manufacturing. Main Features of the Robonity Long-Stroke Type 1) Equipped with the Optimal Support Mechanism, enabling full-stroke operation at speeds up to 2,400 mm/sec It is equipped with Yamaha's proprietary Optimal Support Mechanism (patented), which uses multiple support components to suppress vibration of the ball screw. In general, when a long ball screw operates at high speed, its center tends to deflect, causing resonance and shaft misalignment that lead to reduced accuracy - a phenomenon commonly known as the "jump-rope effect." For this reason, conventional systems must be operated at reduced speeds, but the Robonity long-stroke type suppresses speed drop-off thanks to the Optimal Support Mechanism, enabling operation at up to 2,400 mm/sec across a wide stroke range. This is approximately twice as fast as the previous model (FLIP-X Series GF Type), which had a maximum speed of 1,200 mm/sec. 2) High Rigidity and Precision Its integrated guide-rail and frame structure provides high moment rigidity in a compact form, enabling a horizontal payload of 200 kg and a vertical payload of 100 kg (with a 750 W motor). In addition, the adoption of a high-efficiency, precision-ground ball screw provides a repeatability of ±0.01 mm, ensuring both excellent accuracy and durability. Main Features of the Robonity Timing Belt Drive Type 1) Achieves the Highest Transfer Speed in Yamaha's History - 3,750 mm/sec By increasing motor output and adopting a high-lead design, the model achieves a maximum speed of 3,750 mm/s. With a 400 W motor, it can transport payloads of up to 60 kg at this speed. 2) Compatible with Long Strokes It achieves a maximum stroke of 4,000 mm, approximately 1.23 times that of the previous model (FLIP-X Series B14H). This allows long-distance transfer between stages in a wide variety of production equipment. Main Features of the Robonity Low-Profile Type 1) Enables Equipment Downsizing With its outer-rail design that integrates a low-profile aluminum frame and guide rails, the height has been reduced by approximately 20-46% compared to the previous model. The reduced overall height also contributes to making the entire system more compact. 2) Improved Static Moment Capacity Despite its slimmer design, rigidity has been improved to approximately twice that of the previous model in pitching, yawing, and rolling directions. It achieves a repeatability of ±0.005 mm and a running accuracy of ±0.02 mm per 800 mm, providing exceptional precision. Common Features of the Long-Stroke, Timing Belt Drive, and Low-Profile Types 1) Standard Environment-Resistant Design All models are equipped with protective shutters covering the guide, ball screw, and belt, preventing grease dispersion and foreign-matter intrusion. This enables use in clean manufacturing environments such as semiconductor and EV-battery production lines. 2) Wide Range of Configurations to Suit Any Application A broad selection of lead lengths, stroke variations, and mounting orientations (vertical, wall-mount, etc.) is available, allowing users to choose the optimal specification for their needs.
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