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Singapore, Jan 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Messe Muenchen's subsidiary for Southeast Asia -- MMI Asia Pte. Ltd. -- has taken over ownership and operation of the Asia Climate Forum (ACF) from former owners Media Generation Ventures Ltd (MGV), including the 2022 edition taking place alongside the CleanEnviro Summit Singapore (CESG) from 18th to 20th April at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre.

Asia Climate Forum is Southeast Asia's leading platform for weather forecasting, meteorological and hydrometeorological equipment, flood prevention and mitigation, and air quality control and management. Through three distinct exhibitions, InterMET, InterFLOOD and InterAIR, Asia Climate Forum has provided a focal point for the industry in Asia since the first edition in 2014.

Michael Wilton, General Manager and Director of MMI Asia Pte. Ltd says, "We are proud to announce the acquisition of the Asia Climate Forum and commit to investing in the show and further the cause of resolving climate issues in the world. We thank the MGV team for the excellent work on the event since its inception, and look forward to working together with them for future editions of ACF."

MMI Asia Group Project Director, Julia Kwan, explains: "MMI Asia is delighted to be working on the Asia Climate Forum. It is addressing some of the most important subjects that the industry, governments and society have to tackle. The event already provides the means for the industry to enhance, develop and deploy world leading solutions, technologies, and best practices in Southeast Asia. We are looking forward to further enhancing ACF and helping to contribute to the advancement of the sector's capabilities."

Kwan continues; "The recent COP26 meetings highlighted a global effort to address this crisis - international collaboration and partnerships are critical to establish plans, and to take action against the consequences of climate change. Not least the Singapore government demonstrating the urgency to tackle Singapore's climate strategy in global warming and rising sea-levels."

The previous organizers MGV will continue to work on the event as consultants to MMI Asia, to ensure a smooth transition and consistency for the show and its stakeholders.

Tony Stephenson of MGV, and former Event Director of ACF, says: "There is clearly a need for a strong regional meteorology, flood and air quality show in Southeast Asia, and it's now time for us to pass the baton to a major organiser such as MMI with the resources to continue developing the event. We're sure that the new ownership will be highly positive for the long-term future of ACF, and we're grateful to all the loyal supporters, sponsors and exhibitors who have been with us for the past eight years; we look forward to continuing to work with them as well as MMI in future."

Asia Climate Forum will add to Messe Muenchen's portfolio of events in the environmental sector globally, including IFAT, the world's leading Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Waste and Raw Materials Management and the IE Expo series in China.

The 2022 edition co-located with the CESG will also run concurrently with the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW).

About MMI Asia Pte. Ltd and Messe Muenchen GMBH

Messe Muenchen GMBH (MMG) is one of the leading exhibition organizers worldwide with more than 50 of its own trade shows for capital goods, consumer goods and new technologies. Every year, a total of over 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors take part in more than 200 events at the exhibition centre in Munich, at the ICM - Internationales Congress Center Munchen and the MOC Veranstaltungscenter Munchen as well as abroad. MMG is the owner and organizer of the world leading transport logistics and air cargo trade fair organized every two years in Munich.

A full subsidiary of Messe Muenchen GMBH (MMG), MMI Asia established in Singapore in 1992, is now embarking on a significant growth and expansion program, bringing some of MMG's world leading brands to the ASEAN market. transport logistic and air cargo Southeast Asian editions are organized by MMI Asia Pte Ltd.

MMI will provide a dedicated platform to ensure that overseas attendees and exhibitors looking to attend the ACF exhibition and conference, receive guidance and support on the entry and exit requirements for Singapore. The concierge service will support participants on their journey from home to exhibition hall and back. Interested parties are advised to contact the organizers and plan their visit early.

Exhibit space and sponsorships at ACF are still available, but limited, and suppliers of equipment, technology and solutions are encouraged to contact the organizer as soon as possible.

For more information, please visit www.asiaclimateforum.com.

About Asia Climate Forum

Asia Climate Forum is the dedicated climate change and environmental services event for Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands. The event is the meeting place for suppliers, buyers and users of technology, equipment and services in the climate management and resilience sector. It comprises three complementary events the seventh edition of InterMET Asia, the third InterFlood Asia and InterAIR Asia. The 2022 edition of Asia Climate Forum will be part of the CleanEnviro Summit Singapore and the Singapore International Water Week.

About IFAT

A world leader in the truest sense of the word, IFAT--the World's Leading Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Waste and Raw Materials Management--is active across the globe offering innovations, resources, and solutions, specifically to tackle those challenges present across various markets. In addition to the event in Munich, IFAT also hosts individual trade fairs in China, India, South Africa, and Turkey as part of a global network for decision-makers in businesses operating in the environmental technology sector.

Contact:
Lloyd Tan
Project Manager MMI Asia Pte Ltd
[email protected]

Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.comMesse Muenchen's subsidiary for Southeast Asia -- MMI Asia Pte. Ltd. -- has taken over ownership and operation of the Asia Climate Forum (ACF) from former owners Media Generation Ventures Ltd (MGV), including the 2022 edition taking place alongside the CleanEnviro Summit Singapore (CESG) from 18th to 20th April at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre.

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- The acquisition bolsters HMI Group's offering of complete one-stop healthcare services and capabilities to patients in Singapore and the region - The partnership strengthens HMI Group and EEC's market position in Southeast Asia, and positions HMI Group for continued growth, synergies, and expansion

Singapore, Jan 24, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Health Management International Pte Ltd (HMI Group), a growing regional private healthcare provider with presence in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, has acquired a majority stake in Eagle Eye Centre Pte Ltd (EEC), the largest private ophthalmology chain in Singapore. "With our investment, we will partner with EEC and work closely with the EEC doctors to grow the business locally and in the region," said Ms Chin Wei Jia, Group Chief Executive Officer of HMI Group. "This is a significant step in expanding HMI Group's portfolio into the specialist medical services as we strive to provide one-stop healthcare services both within and outside of hospitals." Founded in 2006, EEC started out as a one-stop specialist eye care facility, and was amongst the first to offer comprehensive ophthalmic care with services in all eye subspecialties under one roof. Today, EEC operates a chain of seven ophthalmology centres in Singapore together with 17 resident eye specialists. EEC offers a full suite of ophthalmic subspecialties including Cornea and Anterior Segment; Ocular Immunology and Uveitis; Cataract; Refractive Surgery; Glaucoma; Medical and surgical Retina; Neuro-Ophthalmology; Paediatrics and Strabismus; and Oculoplastic. Delivering convenience and value The EEC acquisition complements the Group's Singapore strategy, which focuses on providing quality and patient-centred healthcare services outside of hospitals that are convenient and delivers value. Furthermore, it will accelerate HMI Group's journey to capture the growing global trend of day surgery procedures, especially in developed markets, as medical skills and technology continue to advance. In Singapore, about 50% of surgical procedures can be performed in day surgery setting. "With HMI Group's expertise and reach in the region, we will continue to enhance access to high quality healthcare services for the people we serve. Through our investments in non-hospital settings, we are better prepared to deliver care in the future of health. HMI Group has a unique opportunity to use the momentum for change created by the COVID-19 crisis to accelerate the transformation of outpatient care," Ms Chin said. "We will also have the collective experience and extensive track record of Dr Julian Theng, Dr Lim Wee Kiak, and EEC's team of highly skilled sub-specialised ophthalmologists, to provide comprehensive optometric and ophthalmic care. We look forward to supporting EEC's growth ambitions and are excited to welcome the team into the HMI family." Expanding into specialist eye centres also enhances HMI Group's portfolio of primary care clinics and ambulatory care centres in Singapore. EEC recently built operating theatres and day procedure suites in King Albert Park and Royal Square Novena to perform common day surgery procedures such as Cataract and LASIK procedures outside of a hospital setting. The EEC acquisition is HMI Group's second in 2021. In September, HMI Group acquired a majority stake in OneCare Medical, a chain of 25 primary care clinics in Singapore. Through organic growth and the 2 new acquisitions, HMI Group's EBITDA has grown about 70% since HMI Group de-listed in December 2019 in a management buy-out together with EQT, a global investment firm, to now become one of the largest privately held healthcare providers in Southeast Asia. "Joining HMI Group presents a strategic opportunity for us to extend our ophthalmic services not just locally but regionally. We are thrilled to have found a purpose-driven, like-minded partner in HMI Group. With a common heart in a patient-centric approach to healthcare, while trusting us to continue leading in the ophthalmic medical management of EEC, our collective aim is to make a positive impact in our communities as we grow together," said Dr Julian Theng, Group Chairman and Medical Director of EEC. "We are optimistic about the further development of our business while tapping on synergies across the Group to better serve our patients." About Health Management International Pte Ltd Health Management International Pte Ltd ("HMI" or the "Group") is a growing regional private healthcare provider with presence in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. The Group owns and operates two tertiary hospitals in Malaysia. In Singapore, the Group owns and operates a healthcare training centre, a primary care clinic chain with 25 locations, and Singapore's first private one-stop ambulatory care centre. The Group also has a network of representative offices in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. Established in 1994, Mahkota Medical Centre ("Mahkota") is HMI Group's flagship hospital located in the heart of Malacca and is the first JCI-accredited hospital in Malacca. The 340-bed hospital is the largest private tertiary hospital in South Malaysia, and is the first and only hospital in Malacca to offer nuclear medicine and kidney transplant services. Mahkota sees close to 100,000 international patients per year and was named the "Malaysia Medical Tourism Hospital of the Year" by Frost & Sullivan in 2015 and 2016. The Group's second hospital, Regency Specialist Hospital ("Regency") was launched in 2009 and is one of the fastest growing private tertiary hospitals in Malaysia located in the state of Johor. The 218-bed Regency is the only private hospital in Malaysia with a 24-hour Emergency & Trauma Centre, providing round the clock specialist attention and medical care to both local and international patients. Regency is in the midst of building a major hospital extension block to increase capacity up to 500 beds. The Group holds a majority stake in StarMed Specialist Centre ("StarMed"), a one-stop day-surgery and multidisciplinary medical centre that offers quality clinical services at competitive private sector prices. The Group also holds a majority stake in OneCare Medical, a fast-growing primary care clinic chain with 25 clinics across Singapore. HMI Group's healthcare training centre, the HMI Institute of Health Sciences, is the Group's Social Enterprise arm and a SkillsFuture Singapore accredited Continuing Education and Training Centre for the healthcare support sector. For more information, please refer to www.hmi.com.sg. About Eagle Eye Centre Pte Ltd Established in 2006, Eagle Eye Centre Pte Ltd ("EEC") is the largest private ophthalmology chain in Singapore. EEC operates a chain of 7 ophthalmology centres in Singapore together with 17 resident eye specialists. EEC offers a full suite of ophthalmic subspecialties including Cornea & Anterior Segment, Ocular Immunology & Uveitis, Cataract, Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma, Retina, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Paediatrics & Strabismus and Oculoplastics. EEC is committed to deliver quality eye care treatment at affordable prices that can best serve the mass community and constantly invests in technology to keep up with its pace. EEC was recognised as the Ophthalmology Service Provider of the Year by Global Health Awards for the past 5 consecutive years. For more information, please refer to www.eagleeyecentre.com.sg. Contact: Chi-an Chang, Director, Financial PR [email protected]

Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.comHealth Management International Pte Ltd (HMI Group), a growing regional private healthcare provider with presence in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, has acquired a majority stake in Eagle Eye Centre Pte Ltd (EEC), the largest private ophthalmology chain in Singapore.

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