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Hotel Artz Fair Unveils Global Lineup Featuring Basquiat Showcase and ULTRAMAN’s First-Ever Art Collaboration Outside Japan

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 October 2025 – Hotel Artz Fair is proud to announce the artist and program highlights for its much-anticipated second edition, taking place from 21–23 November 2025 at Conrad Hong Kong. This boutique Fair offers a uniquely intimate experience, transforming hotel rooms into warm, homelike art spaces where works by over 40 artists from 12 countries and regions will be showcased. It invites collectors and art lovers to engage directly with artists in a setting designed to foster meaningful conversation and discovery.

Star Ferry at Hong Kong Harbour (detail), Pip Todd-Warmoth, TANYA BAXTER CONTEMPORARY, Rooms 4507 & 4508

“We are thrilled to bring back this immersive and personal art experience to Hong Kong,” said Garth Grierson and Terry Ma, co-founders of Hotel Artz Fair. “This year, we’re proud to present a rare exhibition of four seminal works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, a vibrant curation by Tanya Baxter featuring icons like Warhol and Chagall, and a historic debut collaboration between Japan’s legendary ULTRAMAN and local artist William Kan. These highlights reflect our commitment to pushing boundaries and deepening the dialogue between global and local creative voices.”

A Global Tapestry of Talent
This year’s edition features a compelling mix of emerging and mid-career artists from around the world. British expressionist painter Jesse Grylls brings raw emotional intensity to his canvases, while Australian muralist Jamie Torpey offers bold abstract portraiture. Hong Kong artist William Kan showcases his multidisciplinary approach, blending tradition with contemporary flair.
Mid-career talents include English painter Pip Todd-Warmoth, whose works are part of HRH King Charles’ private collection; Turkish painter and sculptor Coplu, celebrated for his emotionally resonant and colour-rich creations; and Japanese artist Hisahiro Fukasawa, known for his meticulous brushwork and masterful gold-leaf layering.
Curated Icons and Contemporary Voices
Internationally acclaimed art adviser Tanya Baxter, recognized by Spear’s as one of the world’s top 500 art advisers, brings her signature curatorial flair to the Fair. Her showcase will feature a vibrant mix of post-modern, modern British, and contemporary works, including pieces by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Marc Chagall, Tracey Emin, Bridget Riley, and Andy Warhol, presented alongside emerging and mid-career artists such as Rocco Ritchie and Pip Todd-Warmoth.
Special Exhibition – Basquiat: Two Years, Four Moments
In collaboration with a private collector, four pivotal works by Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960–1988), created between 1982 and 1983 will be unveiled. This intimate exhibition invites guests to step into Basquiat’s creative world, offering a deeper understanding of his artistic language and cultural impact. These privately held pieces are rarely seen and carry immense market significance, making this showcase a landmark moment for the region’s art scene.
A Heroic First: ULTRAMAN Meets Hong Kong Art
In a landmark moment, the Fair will host ULTRAMAN’s first-ever artistic collaboration outside Japan, presented by Gabangel. This debut features a newly commissioned work by William Kan, fusing the iconic Japanese superhero’s legacy with local creative energy in a bold, cross-cultural statement.
Beyond the Canvas: Immersive Experiences Await
The Fair goes beyond traditional exhibitions, offering a suite of immersive experiences designed to enrich the visitor journey. Guests can enjoy a playful, art-inspired photoshoot hosted by Venture Studios, leaving with a personalized keepsake that captures the spirit of the Fair. Whisky Cask Specialists will lead a guided tasting experience, inviting guests to explore the nuances of fine whisky in a relaxed and engaging setting. Complementing these moments, a series of thought-provoking seminars will delve into themes across art, culture, and creativity, encouraging deeper reflection and dialogue.

Top Picks at the Fair

(Top) Ethnic Group 7 (detail), Liu Liguo, Room 4510; (Bottom Left) Taytu Betul (detail), Damien Hirst, TANYA BAXTER CONTEMPORARY, Rooms 4507 & 4508; (Bottom Right) Journey of Being Deeply in Love and Side by Side (detail), Coplu, V’Art Space, Room 4512
(Top) Ethnic Group 7 (detail), Liu Liguo, Room 4510; (Bottom Left) Taytu Betul (detail), Damien Hirst, TANYA BAXTER CONTEMPORARY, Rooms 4507 & 4508; (Bottom Right) Journey of Being Deeply in Love and Side by Side (detail), Coplu, V’Art Space, Room 4512


Liu Liguo, China
Liu Liguo (b.1964) is a contemporary Chinese artist known for blending traditional aesthetics with modern media to create visually bold and conceptually rich works. A graduate of the National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts, Liu draws on cultural memory, identity, and social transformation, often using irony and theatrical flair. His signature “classic series” of ceramic sculptures featuring the iconic “butt” motif, combines grey humour with symbolic storytelling. Active since China’s 1990s art movements, Liu continues to explore the intersection of heritage and innovation, with recent works reflecting on ecological concerns and the rhythms of life in a rapidly changing world.

Damien Hirst, United Kingdom
Damien Hirst (b.1965) is one of Britain’s most prominent contemporary artists. A founding figure of the Young British Artists movement, he gained early recognition with Freeze in 1988. Hirst’s fascination with mortality is reflected in works like The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living, featuring a preserved shark. His vibrant series include Spot, Butterfly, and Spin paintings. In 2022, Hirst released The Empresses, a glittering butterfly print series honouring powerful women. Taytu Betul evokes motion and resistance, while Theodora celebrates Byzantine strength through rich crimson tones and symmetrical elegance.

Coplu, Turkey
Coplu is a self-taught Turkish artist whose vibrant, whimsical works celebrate the motto “Life is Beautiful.” Through iconic symbols like hearts, trees, boats, and clouds, he explores human emotions, relationships, and our deep connection to nature. His colourful compositions blend rich textures and joyful imagery to reflect love, freedom, and the beauty of existence. With exhibitions across the globe and public sculptures like “Nature of Love-Warmth” in Singapore’s Changi Airport, Coplu’s art transcends cultural boundaries, inviting viewers into a world of optimism, imagination, and emotional resonance rooted in the harmony between humanity and the natural world.

(Left) Dragonfly Fish, Ho Siu Chong, CHONG HO ART JEWELRY, Room 4518; (Top Right) Landscape (detail), Kim Hoe-won, Gallery ANN, Room 4505; (Bottom Right) Peony and Parrots, Hisahiro Fukasawa, William Chan Design, Room 4521
(Left) Dragonfly Fish, Ho Siu Chong, CHONG HO ART JEWELRY, Room 4518; (Top Right) Landscape (detail), Kim Hoe-won, Gallery ANN, Room 4505; (Bottom Right) Peony and Parrots, Hisahiro Fukasawa, William Chan Design, Room 4521

Ho Siu Chong, Hong Kong
Ho Siu Chong (b.1977) is a Hong Kong-based artisan renowned for transforming traditional craftsmanship into poetic wearable art. Trained in design from a young age, he developed his practice through hands-on exploration of diverse techniques. His creations reflect a deep appreciation for nature, family, and the fleeting beauty of life. Inspired by his children and personal experiences, his sculptural adornments radiate warmth, innocence, and a meticulous sense of proportion. Chong combines enamel, gemstones, titanium, and gold with intricate mechanical structures, crafting pieces that merge emotion, innovation, and elegance – each one a reflection of his philosophy and artistic spirit.

Kim Hoe-won, South Korea
South Korean artist Kim Hoe-won (b.1968) draws deep inspiration from the timeless elegance of the Baekjamoon, or traditional Korean moon jar. He reimagines the jar as a contemplative space, filled with shimmering willow branches that sway in hues of blue, as if moved by an invisible breeze. These delicate forms evoke a sense of motion within stillness, layering memory and perception that bridges Eastern sensibility with contemporary minimalism, inviting viewers into a meditative world where silence speaks and sentiment lingers. Kim continues to explore the emotional resonance of material and form, shaping a unique visual language rooted in Korean aesthetics.

Hisahiro Fukasawa, Japan
Hisahiro Fukasawa (b.1976) is a Japanese visual creator whose work reimagines classical kachōga (flower-and-bird painting) through a contemporary lens. Blending gold-leaf craftsmanship with modern design aesthetics, he pioneers a neo-traditional style that bridges East and West. His birds, often adorned with floral crowns and intricate patterns, evoke both celebration and introspection. Fukasawa’s acclaimed series Golden Whispers explores harmony between nature and the human spirit. With solo exhibitions across Asia and Europe and works held by the Mucha Foundation, his art invites viewers into a meditative yet dazzling visual symphony, where tradition meets innovation in a transcultural dialogue.

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Hotel Artz Fair

Founded by Garth Grierson and Terry Ma in 2024, Hotel Artz Fair presents an intimate and engaging art experience that differentiate itself with other players. Now in its second edition, the Fair continues to nurture the local art scene while promoting accessibility of art of emerging, mid-career and established artists from around the world.

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AECOM supports CEDD and AFCD of HKSAR Government in launching Hong Kong’s first comprehensive nature-based solutions guidelines to advance sustainable urban development

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, supported the release of the Hong Kong Nature-based Solutions Design Guidelines (HKNbSDG), a first-of-its-kind guidelines developed for the Civil Engineering Development Department (CEDD) and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) of the HKSAR Government. The HKNbSDG helps government agencies, designers, planners and built environment professionals in integrating nature-based solutions (NbS) into urban development projects across Hong Kong.

Developed through multidisciplinary expertise in ecology, landscape architecture, engineering, climate resilience and urban planning, the HKNbSDG provides a practical blueprint for designing, implementing, sustainably managing, and evaluating NbS across diverse environmental contexts — from rivers and wetlands to coastlines and high-density urban districts.

Factoring in the characteristics of Hong Kong’s natural ecology and urban development, the HKNbSDG is built on three core principles that outline a holistic approach to promoting ecosystem diversity at multiple scales, embracing human-nature coexistence for mutual benefits, and improving resilience through NbS. It also includes a performance evaluation framework to support evidence-based decision-making and features local case studies, including Long Valley Nature Park and Tung Chung East Eco-shoreline.

“The HKNbSDG reflects our commitment to advancing nature‑positive design and supporting Hong Kong’s journey toward climate resilience and sustainable growth,” said Dr. Johnny Cheuk, senior vice president and Hong Kong executive leader at AECOM. “By integrating ecological science into design practice, we aim to empower practitioners to harness nature’s potential in building climate-resilient infrastructure.”

The HKNbSDG was officially launched at the Promulgation Ceremony held on March 3, 2026, at Long Valley Nature Park. The event was officiated by Miss. Diane Wong Shuk-han, JP, Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology; Mr. David Lam Chi-man, JP, Under Secretary for Development; Mr. Charles Karangwa, Global Head of Nature-based Solutions Centre of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN); Ir Michael Fong Hok-shing, JP, Director of Civil Engineering and Development; and Mr. Mickey Lai Kin-ming, JP, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation.

The ceremony featured an introduction to the HKNbSDG by Stephen Suen, director of landscape architecture at AECOM, followed by a panel discussion on building cross-sector partnerships to reverse nature and biodiversity loss through NbS.

Panelists included:

  • Mr. Charles Karangwa, Global Head, Nature-based Solutions Centre, IUCN
  • Ir. Michael Fong Hok‑shing, JP, Director of Civil Engineering and Development
  • Mr. Mickey Lai Kin Ming, JP, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation
  • Ms. Frances Chen, Director, Sustainability & Climate Change, North Asia, HSBC
  • Mr. Benny Au, Senior Manager, Sustainable Development, Swire Properties Limited

The release of the HKNbSDG supports Hong Kong’s key policy commitments, including the Climate Action Plan 2050 and its biodiversity conservation targets, by providing a practical roadmap for enhancing urban resilience and expanding green infrastructure. This publication equips practitioners with essential tools — from integrating ecology into early planning to designing for multifunctional benefits — grounded in Hong Kong-specific experience. It also serves as a central resource for advancing the Northern Metropolis development strategy, where NbS is helping to drive urban-rural integration and foster the co-existence of urban development and ecological conservation.

The HKNbSDG forms part of AECOM’s broader mission to help cities adapt to climate risks while enhancing quality of life. By bringing together global best practices and local ecological insights, AECOM aims to strengthen industry-wide capability in implementing NbS at scale.

Learn more about the Hong Kong Nature-based Solutions Design Guidelines here.

Download high-resolution images here.

Hashtag: #AECOM #NatureBasedSolutions #NaturePositive #ClimateResilience #Biodiversity

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About AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of US$16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at .

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Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026: A Global Hub for Technology Industry Collaboration

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN –

Since its launch in 2022, the exhibition has been jointly organized by AsianNet and TradeAsia (www.e-tradeasia.com). The event has supported numerous companies in expanding into overseas markets and has earned strong industry recognition for high-quality buyers, efficient matchmaking, and measurable order results.

In 2026, ACI 2026 will expand in scale and be held concurrently with leading international technology trade shows, including Embedded World, Display Week (SID), COMPUTEX TAIPEI, and ISC High Performance. By aligning with major global exhibitions, the event creates a strong time-synergy effect, enabling international buyers to efficiently compare products, evaluate suppliers, and complete procurement decisions within a concentrated timeframe. This strategic alignment enhances purchasing efficiency and maximizes cross-exhibition business opportunities.

ACI 2026 features a robust lineup of respected Taiwanese manufacturers, including industry leaders such as HIGHGRADE TECH, OKAYO ELECTRONICS, BIPOLAR ELECTRONIC, YNG WEI, YNG YUH ELECTRONIC, ESMT, GOOD OPPORTUNITY ELECTRONIC, MSTRONIC, SUN RISE EXACT, AIRWAVE TECHNOLOGIES, KING DESGIN INDUSTRIAL, CLEVER INTELLIGENCE UNITY, YO-TRONICS TECHNOLOGY, DORIS INDUSTRIAL, REUEX INDUSTRIAL, ARIOSE ELECTRONICS, UNITEX NUNG LAI BUTTON and many more. These companies will present thousands of the latest computer industry products and technologies, covering a wide array of sectors crucial to modern manufacturing and production.

Comprehensive Coverage Across the Entire Industry Chain

The Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026 brings together dozens of premium suppliers from the global computer manufacturing and electronic components sectors, showcasing over a thousand innovative products and forward-looking technologies. The exhibits are strategically structured around the core value of the industry supply chain, comprehensively covering key system-level products such as desktop computers, laptops and accessories, tablets and accessories, industrial computers and embedded systems, gaming and e-sports equipment, as well as computer software, IT, and internet services.

The ACI 2026 also highlights critical communications infrastructure, including networking equipment, wireless communication devices, telecommunications and fiber access equipment, landline and VoIP systems, and antennas. In terms of key components and supply chain solutions, the showcased products include computer components, storage and memory devices, active components, power supply units, connectors and terminals, cables and cable assemblies, wiring accessories, transformers, batteries, and charging equipment.

In addition, the ACI 2026 features monitors, computer accessories and peripherals, input devices, point-of-sale (POS) systems, printers, plotters and scanners, printer consumables and parts, as well as broadcast and professional AV equipment, audio and video components, consumer electronics accessories and components, and electronic materials and supplies.

Together, these comprehensive categories fully demonstrate the complete ecosystem of the computer industry, spanning system integration, communications infrastructure, core components, and end-use applications. Combining technological depth with product breadth, the exhibition stands as a premier international trade event for efficient business matchmaking and global market expansion among professional buyers and industry stakeholders worldwide.

ACI 2026 Online Exhibition:
https://www.etradeasia.com/online-show/43/Asian-Computer-Industry-Online-Exhibition-2026.html

Innovative Online Exhibition Model

The Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026 features dedicated online showrooms, digital catalogs, and virtual exhibition halls fully integrated with the TradeAsia platform. Buyers worldwide can browse exhibitor information, submit quotation requests, and conduct procurement evaluations in real time, thereby facilitating efficient, cost-effective, and results-driven global business connections.

Hashtag: #TradeAsia

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About TradeAsia

TradeAsia () is a well-established global B2B trade platform with millions of members and over 600,000 suppliers worldwide. The platform facilitates efficient matchmaking between buyers and sellers and maintains strategic partnerships with hundreds of trade organizations and exhibition entities globally. Through cross-platform marketing and integrated exposure, TradeAsia provides suppliers with expanded international visibility and multi-channel promotion opportunities. For ACI 2026, the organizers will implement a comprehensive global marketing campaign to support exhibitors in expanding overseas markets, enhancing brand presence, and maximizing business opportunities.

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ABP Securite Announces Strategic Partnership With Rapid7 to Enhance Cybersecurity in Asia Pacific

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – ABP Securite Pte Ltd, a global Value-Added Distributor (VAD) specialising in cybersecurity and network performance solutions, today announced a new strategic partnership with global cybersecurity company Rapid7, Inc. to accelerate the adoption of intelligence-led exposure management and modern threat detection solutions across Singapore and Malaysia.

The collaboration marks an important step in enabling enterprises to strengthen their security posture amid the region’s rapidly expanding digital landscape. With evolving hybrid infrastructures, accelerated cloud transformation, and increasing threat complexity, organisations across Asia Pacific are seeking more comprehensive ways to gain visibility, prioritise risk, and streamline response.

Under this partnership, ABP Securite will distribute and support Rapid7’s cybersecurity portfolio across Asia Pacific— including the Rapid7 Command Platform covering exposure management, SIEM and XDR, cloud security, application security, automation, and external threat intelligence.

Closing the Cyber Visibility Gap

“As the cybersecurity threat surface in Asia Pacific continues to grow, visibility and control have become mission critical,” said Joyce Ng, Chief Executive Officer of ABP Securite. “At ABP Securite, our role is to help customers turn complexity into clarity. Partnering with Rapid7 brings a best-in-class platform that empowers security teams to quantify and reduce risk more effectively. Together, we can help organisations operationalise cyber resilience and protect their most valuable assets.”

Jason Heng, Regional Sales Director, ASEAN at Rapid7, added, “ABP Securite has built a strong reputation for enabling regional partners and customers with advanced cybersecurity technologies. Through this collaboration, Rapid7 gains a powerful ally to extend our reach and help organisations in Asia Pacific gain real-time insight into their exposure, simplify operations, and respond faster to emerging threats.”

Hashtag: #ABPSecurite

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About ABP Securite Pte Ltd

Pte Ltd is a leading cybersecurity and network-performance Value-Added Distributor (VAD), incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, with regional offices across Asia Pacific. The company delivers a comprehensive portfolio of advanced security technologies and professional services — including architecture advisory, solution integration, after-sales support, and cloud-managed services. ABP Securite collaborates with a broad ecosystem of partners to help organisations strengthen cyber resilience, secure infrastructure, and protect critical assets across cloud, network, and data environments.
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About Rapid7

, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD) is a global leader in AI-powered managed cybersecurity operations, trusted to advance organizations’ cyber resilience. Open and extensible, the Rapid7 Command Platform integrates security data, enriching it with AI, threat intelligence, and 25 years of expertise and innovation to reduce risk and disrupt attackers. As a recognized leader in preemptive managed detection and response (MDR), Rapid7 unifies exposure and detection to transform the cybersecurity operations of more than 11,500 customers worldwide. For more information, visit our , check out our , or follow us on or .

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