Krypton Evening News | GAC Aion Changes Leadership, Ge Xianqing Takes Over as Chairman; Unilever China Changes Leadership; Beijing: Encourage Time - honored Brands to Cooperate with Well - known IPs across Industries to Build the "Fashionable Beijing IP"
Large companies:
Zhitexin Materials: Signed an Overseas Project Contract Worth Approximately 142 Million Yuan
36Kr learned that Zhitexin Materials announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Malaysia Zhite, signed a subcontract for the main infrastructure works of some sections of a commercial project of an owner unit with China State Construction (Southeast Asia) in Malaysia. The company will provide comprehensive service solutions for infrastructure construction for the project. According to the contract quotation, the total contract value is 83.5 million Malaysian Ringgit, approximately equivalent to 142 million Chinese Yuan (including tax), accounting for 5.61% of the company's total operating revenue in 2024.
Guangqi Aion Changes Leadership, Ge Xianqing Takes Over as Chairman
36Kr learned that information from the AiQicha app shows that recently, there have been industrial and commercial changes at Guangqi Aion New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. Feng Xingya has stepped down as the legal representative and chairman, and Ge Xianqing has taken over. It's worth mentioning that previously, Feng Xingya had also stepped down as the legal representative and chairman of Guangqi Trumpchi Automobile Co., Ltd., and Ge Xianqing took over.
Innok Therapeutics Receives Net Purchases of HK$1.125 Billion from Southbound Capital
Southbound capital made small net purchases of HK$717 million. Innok Therapeutics, Meituan-W, and Li Auto-W received net purchases of HK$1.125 billion, HK$1.046 billion, and HK$452 million respectively; Tencent Holdings had the highest net sales amounting to HK$2.141 billion. (Yicai Global)
Nowwa Coffee and China Commercial Lawson Announce Partnership
36Kr learned that on June 9th, Nowwa Coffee and China Commercial Lawson announced a partnership. Nowwa Coffee officially entered Lawson convenience stores, and the first batch of cooperative stores were launched in Hefei. At the same time, Lawson launched a buy-one-get-one-free coffee promotion on Mondays and Thursdays, as well as coffee weekly cards and four coffee package combinations.
Unilever China Changes Leadership
36Kr learned that according to the Aiqicha App, recently, there was an industrial and commercial change in Unilever (China) Co., Ltd. Zhong Zhaomin stepped down as the legal representative and chairman, and was succeeded by ROLAND POLAROID HUTABARAT. The company was established in August 1999 with a registered capital of approximately US$310 million. Its business scope includes the sales of personal hygiene products, the production and sales of hair accessories, the wholesale of cosmetics, the manufacturing and sales of daily chemical products, etc. It is wholly owned by Unilever (China) Investment Co., Ltd.
The First Second - hand Multi - category Circular Warehouse Store "Super Zhuanzhuan" Opens
36Kr learned that on June 9th, "Super Zhuanzhuan", the first second - hand multi - category circular warehouse store under the leading domestic circular economy enterprise, Zhuanzhuan Group, officially opened. Huang Wei, the founder and CEO of Zhuanzhuan Group, Zhu Zhu, the initiator of Zhuanzhuan's circular fashion, Hu Weikun, the COO of Zhuanzhuan Group and the CEO of Hongbulin, and Zhu Jie, the vice president of Wangfujing Group, attended the opening ribbon - cutting ceremony. It is understood that "Super Zhuanzhuan" is located on the third floor of Beijing Friendship Store, covering an area of over 3,000 square meters. It is a multi - category circular warehouse store that includes second - hand bags, shoes and clothing, jewelry and watches, game equipment, photography and video equipment, small household appliances, etc. It is also the first second - hand multi - category circular warehouse store in China.
GEM Co., Ltd.: The work of listing in Hong Kong is progressing in an orderly manner
36Kr learned that GEM Co., Ltd. stated on the interactive platform that the company's work of listing in Hong Kong is progressing in an orderly manner, and the company will strictly comply with relevant laws and regulations and fulfill its information disclosure obligations in a timely manner.
L'Oréal Group Acquires Majority Stake in British Skincare Brand Medik8
On June 9th, European private equity firm Inflexion announced that L'Oréal Group has agreed to acquire a majority stake in British high - end skincare brand Medik8. Inflexion stated that this collaboration with L'Oréal will enable Medik8 to further deepen its market influence and expand its global business. Inflexion will retain a minority stake in Medik8. (Jiemian)
Mei Tao of Zhixiang Future: The Team Explores the Combination of 3D and 2D to Break Through the "Replication Dilemma"
36Kr learned that recently, at the 7th Beijing AI Open-Source Innovation Conference, Dr. Mei Tao, the founder and CEO of Zhixiang Future, stated that the video generation technology still needs to make breakthroughs in three aspects - narrativity, stability, and controllability before reaching maturity, and the industry is waiting for the "ChatGPT Moment". In addition, the team is exploring the combination of 3D and 2D to break through the "replication dilemma" and building a business ecosystem through the value closed-loop of "model - content - effect". Meanwhile, Mei Tao said that Zhixiang Future believes that it is more important to provide a one-stop solution at present rather than let users piece together tools.
Ganfeng Lithium Invests in Establishing a New Energy Storage Technology Company in Chongqing
36Kr learned that according to the Aiqicha App, recently, Yichu Juyuan Energy Storage Technology (Chongqing) Co., Ltd. was established. The legal representative is Shi Lei, and the registered capital is 5 million yuan. Its business scope includes power generation, power transmission, power supply (distribution) services, manufacturing of new energy prime movers, sales of new energy prime movers, manufacturing of photovoltaic equipment and components, battery sales, and sales of battery accessories. The equity penetration chart shows that the company is wholly owned by Shenzhen Yichu Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., Ltd.
JD.com has registered multiple "JD Travel" trademarks
36Kr learned that according to media reports on June 8th, JD.com has launched hotel and travel-related businesses and is "recruiting talents" in the industry. There are even rumors in the industry that JD.com is "poaching employees" from platforms such as Fliggy, Tongcheng, and Ctrip with a three - fold salary increase. JD.com's determination to enter the hotel and travel industry is not only reflected in this. In terms of sales, JD.com promotes the selling point of "no bundling" for air tickets and also provides official subsidies to many hotels, hoping to achieve new growth points by using high - frequency business to drive low - frequency business. The AiQicha App shows that Beijing Jingdong Sanbailiushidu E - commerce Co., Ltd. has registered multiple "JD Travel" trademarks, and the international classifications involve advertising and sales, social services, communication services, etc.
Taobao Live to Issue Another 2 Billion Yuan in Deposit Red Envelopes during 618: Each Person Can Receive Up to 600 Yuan per Day
Starting from now, Taobao Live will add an additional 2 billion yuan in deposit red envelopes during the 618 event. It is understood that these red envelopes will cover multiple live - streaming rooms such as Bee Surprise Club, Lie'er Baby, Chen Jie Kiki, Hu Ke, Mushroom Coming, Jiaogefriends, Lin Yilun, Bee Wish Club, Chao Ran, and Ji Jie. The deposit red envelopes this time adopt a "high - frequency + inclusive" approach. Search for "Live to Grab Red Envelopes" on Taobao and enter the live - streaming rooms to receive them. From now until 10:30 p.m. on June 12th, there will be a round every 5 minutes. Each person can receive up to 600 yuan in deposit red envelopes per day in a single live - streaming room.
Investment and Financing:
Hangzhou CP Food Power Technology Co., Ltd. Completes Angel Round of Financing
36Kr learned that Hangzhou CP Food Power Technology Co., Ltd. announced the completion of an angel round of financing, led by Tsinghua Capital with multiple industrial capitals participating. The funds from this round of financing will be used to jointly improve the supply chain system of AI intelligent food machines with CP Foods.
Hefei An'an Information Technology Co., Ltd. Completes 10 Million Yuan Angel Round Financing
36Kr learned that recently, Hefei An'an Information Technology Co., Ltd. announced the successful completion of a 10 million yuan angel round financing, which was led by a well - known investment institution. The funds from this financing will be mainly used for technology R & D and team expansion to further enhance the company's innovation ability in the information technology field and expand its business territory.
New Products:
Xiaoyuan Learning and Practice Machine Takes the Lead in Formulating the First Industry Eye-Protection Standard
36Kr learned that recently, the China Video Industry Association announced that the group standard "Technical Specifications for Visual Health of Learning and Practice Machines" has officially passed the project approval review and will be formulated under the leadership of Xiaoyuan Learning and Practice Machine, the pioneer of the learning and practice machine category. As the first industry technical standard in China focusing on the eye-protection performance of learning and practice machines, the formulation of this standard marks that the field of learning and practice machines will officially enter a stage of standardized and scientific development.
Today's Views:
Beijing: Encourage time - honored brands to conduct cross - border cooperation with well - known IPs and build the "Fashion Beijing IP"
36Kr learned that four departments including the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Commerce have issued the "Special Action Plan for Expanding Fashion Consumption in Beijing". It is mentioned that the vitality of Chinese fashion brands should be stimulated. Time - honored brands are encouraged to conduct cross - border cooperation with well - known IPs to launch new stores of established brands that meet market demands. An online aggregation platform for "Direct Sales by Beijing Enterprises" will be built to provide one - stop services such as promotion, display and sales. Chinese fashion brands are encouraged to develop in a high - quality, green and intelligent manner. Support will be provided for well - known domestic new products of excellent quality and trendy domestic goods to enter duty - free shops for sale. The evaluation and recognition methods for "Beijing Gifts" will be optimized, product categories such as fashionable beauty products and new technological products will be enriched, the construction of theme stores and specialty stores will be strengthened, and efforts will be made to promote their entry into transportation hubs, commercial areas and scenic spots.
Yao Shangkun: Optimistic about the fields of artificial intelligence and interstellar exploration, will focus on the layout of AI scenario-based applications
36Kr learned that Yao Shangkun, the chairman of Guoxiong Capital Co., Ltd., publicly stated that the Chinese life science field already has top global technological reserves, but scientists need to break through the limitations of traditional financial investment when starting a business. He advocates a full-process empowerment model from "-1 to 1", that is, to intervene in patent layout from the paper stage and provide full-chain support such as drug development and commercialization to make up for the shortcomings of scientists in experience and resources.
The General Offices of the CPC Central Committee and the State Council: Increase the supply of affordable housing and guide and support social forces to operate long - term rental housing
The General Offices of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the State Council have issued the "Opinions on Further Ensuring and Improving People's Livelihood and Focusing on Solving the Urgent and Difficult Problems of the Masses". It proposes to implement the provision of basic public services by the place of permanent residence. Through methods such as direct provision by the place of permanent residence, cross - regional collaborative handling, and improvement of transfer and connection, gradually adjust the provision of basic public services to be provided by the place of permanent residence. Promote cities with a large influx of population to formulate implementation measures for the provision of basic public services by the place of permanent residence in a "one - city, one - policy" manner, and ensure that eligible rural migrants enjoy the same rights as the local household - registered population. Steadily promote the participation of flexible employees in the housing provident fund system. Support localities to coordinate funding channels, increase the supply of affordable housing, and guide and support social forces to operate long - term rental housing. (Xinhua News Agency)
Other news worthy of attention:
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru: Rising interest rates will push up debt financing costs and affect the government's spending plans
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru said on Monday that Japan must be aware that rising interest rates will push up the government's debt financing costs and affect its spending plans. "Japan is entering a stage where rising interest rates are becoming a trend," Ishiba Shigeru told the Japanese parliament. "Japan has a high debt-to-GDP ratio. When interest rates rise, the cost of financing government debt increases. This may put pressure on spending," Ishiba Shigeru said. He called on the government to maintain public and market confidence in its fiscal situation. (Sina Finance)