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L’Occitane en Provence Marks 50 Years of Crafting Life Ties, Unveils Global Reinvention and Celebrates in Malaysia with “Maison Surprise”
From Haute‑Provence to the World, a New Chapter Where Beauty Connects People, Communities and Nature
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 June 2026 – L’Occitane en Provence celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking a major milestone in its journey from the fields of Haute‑Provence to becoming a globally recognised beauty Maison. Entering this new chapter, L’Occitane unveils a global reinvention of its brand, product collections, and customer experience, while bringing its purpose of “Crafting Life Ties” to life through meaningful local activations, including the “Maison Surprise” campaign in Malaysia.
From Provençal Soil to a Global Beauty Maison
“The day L’Occitane en Provence was born, there was an alembic, a fire, some rosemary, and many doubts… I did not create a company – I made a gesture.” — Olivier Baussan, Founder
Founded in 1976 by Olivier Baussan, L’Occitane began with the simple distillation of rosemary essential oil, sold at markets in Haute‑Provence. What started as a humble, instinctive gesture rooted in respect for nature has grown into a global beauty brand present in over 90 countries, with more than 3,000 points of sale and 8,500 employees worldwide.
For five decades, L’Occitane has built its identity on meaningful ties – between plants and people, craftsmanship and science, Provence and the world. From Lavender and Shea Butter to Almond and Immortelle, the Maison continues to transform natural ingredients into sensorial, effective, and responsible beauty experiences.
2026: A Pivotal Year of Reinvention
As it celebrates 50 years, L’Occitane enters a new era defined by creative renewal, product transformation, and cultural expression.
“Half a century ago, L’Occitane was born from a simple gesture… Today, we look ahead with pride and excitement for what we will continue to build.” — Adrien Geiger, CEO, L’Occitane en Provence
Reimagining the Brand and Creative Vision
Rooted in the dual heritage of nature and culture, L’Occitane reinterprets its Provençal identity through:
- A renewed creative direction across campaigns and retail
- A deeper dialogue with art and cultural expression
- The launch of initiatives such as the Prix Cultures, supporting emerging creative talents linked to Provence
In parallel, Founder Olivier Baussan unveils a new book, sharing a poetic reflection on the human and sensory journey behind the Maison’s origins.
A Complete Product Reinvention (2025–2027)
L’Occitane is undertaking a full redesign of its product portfolio, enhancing sensoriality, performance, and design.
Key Transformations
- Fragrance Relaunch: Flora Orchestra introduces a new olfactory identity
- Body Care Icons Reimagined:
- Karité Confort (Shea Butter)
- Amande Sublime (Almond)
- Home Collection Redesign: Apothecary-inspired soaps and diffusers
- Future Innovation (from 2027):
- Divine Cream
- Reset Serum
- Repairing Shampoo
This transformation reflects L’Occitane’s continued commitment to combining botanical expertise, advanced science, and elevated sensorial experiences.
A Renewed Identity and Experience
Beyond products, L’Occitane is reimagining:
- Store and spa concepts
- Digital and campaign identity
- Global retail experiences, including Provençal-inspired pop-ups
These initiatives bring to life the sensory richness and art de vivre of Haute-Provence in a more immersive and contemporary way.
A Stronger Commitment: Crafting Life Ties
At the heart of this reinvention is L’Occitane’s reaffirmed purpose: Crafting Life Ties.
This commitment focuses on strengthening:
- The relationship between people and communities
- The connection between humans and nature
- A more responsible and regenerative approach to beauty
Backed by decades of action from fair-trade sourcing and biodiversity preservation to circular packaging and B Corp™ certification – the Maison continues to drive positive impact globally.
2026 also marks:
- 20 years of the L’Occitane Foundation
- 25 years of L’Occitane Spas
Celebrating 50 Years in Malaysia: Maison Surprise by L’Occitane
In Malaysia, this global milestone comes to life through “Maison Surprise“, a nationwide celebration designed to thank and engage the L’Occitane community.
Activation Highlights
- 20,000 complimentary gifts distributed to members
- Available to new and existing members, no purchase required
- Activated across 6 key locations:
- 1 Utama
- Sunway Pyramid
- IOI City Mall
- The Gardens Mall
- AEON Tebrau City
- Gurney Plaza
At the heart of the campaign are interactive vending machines, transforming everyday retail moments into unexpected, joyful experiences.
Each interaction offers:
- Complimentary L’Occitane products
- Exclusive vouchers for continued discovery
A Celebration of Community, Generosity and Connection
More than an activation, Maison Surprise reflects the values that have defined L’Occitane for 50 years:
- Generosity
- Human connection
- Community engagement
It celebrates the Malaysian community that has been part of the brand’s journey while reinforcing its purpose of bringing people closer to one another and to nature.
Looking Ahead: The Next 50 Years
As L’Occitane enters its next chapter, it does so with a renewed ambition: to create beauty that is not only sensorial and effective, but also a force for connection, empowerment, and positive change. From Provence to Malaysia and beyond, L’Occitane continues to build a world where beauty becomes a bridge between people, cultures, and the natural world.
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L’Occitane en Provence
L’Occitane en Provence is a premium beauty brand founded in 1976 in Haute-Provence, France. Inspired by the region’s rich biodiversity and culture, the brand creates skincare, fragrance, body care, and home products using high-quality botanical ingredients.
- 3,000+ boutiques worldwide
- 100 spas
- 2,500 partner hotels
- Le Couvent des Minimes, its flagship hotel and spa
Through DaaS, enterprise customers can access drone equipment, trained personnel, mission execution, data collection and project deliverables without purchasing and maintaining a complete in-house drone system. The model extends ZenaTech’s business beyond equipment sales and enables the company to generate recurring service revenue from customers’ operational requirements.
ZenaTech reported revenue of CAD 8.4 million for the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 640% from CAD 1.13 million in the same period of 2025. DaaS contributed approximately CAD 7.8 million, accounting for around 93% of quarterly revenue.
In 2025, the company generated annual revenue of CAD 12.9 million, up 558% from approximately CAD 2 million in 2024. DaaS contributed approximately CAD 10.1 million during its first full year of operations, representing around 78% of total annual revenue.
Acquisitions Support Service Network Expansion
ZenaTech has expanded its DaaS operations through a combination of internal technology development and acquisitions. The acquired businesses bring existing customers, professional teams and local operating capabilities, while ZenaTech gradually introduces drones, automated data collection and AI-supported analytics into selected workflows.
In 2025, the company completed 20 acquisitions, including 19 businesses providing engineering data, facility inspection and related professional services, as well as one enterprise software company.
By June 2026, ZenaTech had completed its 24th DaaS-related acquisition and expanded its services into property cleaning, facility inspection and maintenance.
Through its ZenaDrone subsidiary, ZenaTech has also developed drone products for indoor and outdoor operations. The IQ Quad supports site data collection, engineering imagery and 3D modelling, while the IQ Nano uses barcode and RFID scanning to support inventory records, shelf inspections and indoor data collection.
The company’s reported revenue growth, acquisition activity and DaaS contribution provide investors following the AI and drone sectors with measurable indicators of how its technologies are being integrated into commercial operations and converted into service revenue.
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About ZenaTech
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) is a technology company specialising in AI-powered drones, Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS solutions and related technologies. Through its ZenaDrone subsidiary, the company develops drone products and software for commercial applications including engineering data collection, agriculture, warehouse management, facility inspection and property maintenance. ZenaTech combines its technology capabilities with a growing professional service network to support the adoption of drone-based solutions across a range of operational environments.
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A Defining Milestone for Gene Solutions: SPOT-MAS Multi-Cancer Screening Test Receives U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation
The proposed indications for use describe SPOT-MAS 10 as a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test performed on plasma derived from a single direct-draw venous whole blood specimen. The test analyzes circulating cell-free DNA methylation and fragmentomic signatures using a machine-learning-based algorithm to detect a cancer-associated signal. It is intended for use as an adjunctive screening test in asymptomatic adults aged 40 years and older to assist in detecting cancers within the scope of the assay. These include five common cancers — breast, lung, liver, colorectal and gastric cancers — and five aggressive, less common cancers that currently lack standard screening methods — ovarian, pancreatic, esophageal, endometrial and head & neck cancers.
SPOT-MAS has been developed through years of rigorous scientific research and clinical development. In March 2025, SPOT-MAS became the first multi-cancer screening blood test in Asia to complete a large prospective cohort validation, with the K-DETEK study evaluating more than 9,000 asymptomatic participants and demonstrating strong performance, including high specificity and the ability to identify cancer-associated signals across multiple cancer types.
Since then, SPOT-MAS has been used in more than 100,000 individuals in real-world practice, with consistent performance observed beyond controlled study settings. Real-world data were presented at ESMO Asia 2025 and were featured at ASCO Breakthrough 2026 in Singapore.
The platform is built on a multi-omic approach— integrating genetics, epigenetics, and fragmentomics — together with AI-driven analysis, large-scale prospective validation, growing real-world evidence and focus on cancer types with high clinical relevance in the regions where the test is deployed.
For the United States, Breakthrough Device Designation provides Gene Solutions with a prioritized channel of engagement with the FDA as the company advances its U.S. development and validation plans.
Looking ahead, Gene Solutions will continue to collaborate with academic, clinical, laboratory, commercial and strategic partners to support responsible adoption of SPOT-MAS in accordance with local regulations, clinical guidelines and best practices.
Important Regulatory Notice: SPOT-MAS 10 has received U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Breakthrough Device Designation is not FDA approval, clearance or marketing authorization. The device remains subject to applicable FDA regulatory review requirements, and the designation does not guarantee future FDA approval, clearance or authorization.
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St Francis Methodist School International Shares 2023–2024 WACE Outcomes and Student Journeys
Overview of the WACE Curriculum at SFMS
SFMS International is among a small number of institutions in Singapore offering the WACE curriculum and has delivered this programme for over 23 years. The WACE is a recognised senior secondary qualification awarded by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Western Australia. It prepares students for university admission both locally and internationally.
SFMS is also currently the only school in Singapore offering a Senior High Preparatory Pathway (WACE) for students in Years 9–10. This introduces students to the structure and expectations of the curriculum earlier, building familiarity with subject content and assessment formats before progressing to the senior years. Additionally, subject selection in Years 11A and 12A is structured to meet university entry requirements and reflect students’ academic interests.
Academic Outcomes and University Placements
In 2023, 8 out of 12 WACE graduates from SFMS International achieved ATAR scores above 90, meeting the eligibility criteria for universities such as the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The cohort’s top scorer, Wang Dawei, recorded an ATAR of 96.15 and enrolled at NTU to study Business and International Trading. In addition to local placements, graduates were admitted to international universities such as the University of Melbourne and Fudan University in China.
In 2024, 2 out of 8 graduates also attained ATAR scores above 90. The highest scorer, Youn Chae-Won, achieved an ATAR of 95.3. Her university placement is currently pending.
Student Journeys and Holistic Development
Students in the WACE programme at SFMS International engage in both academic and co-curricular activities as part of their overall learning experience. Recent graduates have taken part in service learning, subject specialisation, and personal reflection throughout their time in the pre-university programme.
Youn Chae-Won, the 2024 valedictorian, joined SFMS International from Korea in 2021. Over time, she adjusted to a new academic environment and explored subjects such as accounting, which influenced her interest in finance-related pathways. She also took part in various aspects of school life, including a service learning trip to Bintan in 2023, where students supported local sanitation efforts. Her involvement in both academic and co-curricular settings marked a broad engagement with school life during her time at SFMS.
Andrew Zhuang, who enrolled in SFMS International in 2019, pursued subjects such as Business Management, Accounting, and English as an Additional Language (EALD). Beyond academics, he was involved in community fundraising and joined the same Bintan service trip. He also attended weekly chapel sessions and received support from peers and teachers during a period of health-related absence.
These outcomes reflect the ongoing role of the WACE programme at SFMS International in supporting students through both academic pathways and broader educational experiences. Under the leadership of Principal Mr Lee Hak Boon, the school continues to emphasise academic planning, subject selection, and student wellbeing as part of its overall approach to pre-university education.
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About St Francis Methodist School International
Established in 1960, St Francis Methodist School International (SFMS) is an educational institution in Singapore that offers primary, secondary, and pre-university programmes. The school provides several academic pathways, including the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSE, and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), preparing students for further studies in local and overseas institutions.
