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Italian mini crane manufacturer Jekko has expanded its presence in Asia with the appointment of a new dealer, AP Rentals Limited, which will serve Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore markets.

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Based in Hong Kong, AP Rentals operates in construction, E&M engineering, and event and entertainment businesses, providing rental and sales of power and energy, lifting and material handling equipment.

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Founded 45 years ago by Thomas P S Lau and Chan Kit Mui, its parent company AP Rentals Holdings Limited has been listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited since 2016.

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AP Rentals’ rental fleet comprises diesel generators, air compressors, diesel welders, light towers, articulated boom lifts, diesel and electric forklifts, telehandlers and cranes. The company delivers various services, such as project analysis, machine application, project evaluation, training, service and spare parts supply.

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For the Jekko brand, AP Rentals will provide rental, sales, service, parts and technical consulting for the whole range, which includes the SPX mini cranes (2.8-8 t), JF articulated cranes (6.1-21.5 t) and MPK minipickers (0.6-5 t).

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“I am fully confident that the choice of AP Rentals as a partner will take us a fundamental step forward,” said Diego Tomasella, Jekko CEO. “Its strong company structure with a well-trained and motivated team and an in-depth market knowledge offer us key insights on the current market needs an on the upcoming developments.

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“This feedback is a fundamental help for Jekko to tailor its offerings to meet specific regional demands. We are convinced that our user-friendly and technologically advanced cranes will be appreciated by operators since they will easily understand the flexibility of use that is unattainable by other types of cranes.”

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Thomas P S Lau, AP Rentals chairman and CEO, added, “We are happy to start the business with Jekko since we have known this brand for more than eight years. We will establish the application & service support to Jekko machines to offer best highlights and continuous customer support in Hong Kong and Asia Pacific area.”

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The two-day 13th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum (IIICF), co-organised by China International Contractors Association and Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute, successfully concluded in Macao on 29 September.

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According to the organisers, 41 events were held at this year’s IIICF, attracting more than 1,300 leaders and executives from over 600 organisations including governmental agencies, financial institutions, contractors and companies on the industry chain from around the world who participated in the forum onsite, as well as over 500,000 visitors who watched the live video stream of the forum online.

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With the theme ‘Building High-standard, Sustainable and People-centred Infrastructure’, the IIICF discussed the opportunities and challenges facing international infrastructure cooperation in the post-pandemic era. The forum looked to build a broad consensus, and consolidate international cooperation for the facilitation of green infrastructure projects around the world.

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The organisers revealed that some 210 business meetings and matchmaking activities were held during the IIICF, which led to the signing of 19 cooperation agreements on housing and infrastructure projects in Hong Kong, iron ore projects in Kazakhstan, photovoltaic power plants in Argentina, and hydroelectric power plants and supporting transmission and substation projects in Congo, with an aggregate investment value of US$15 billion – an increase of 550% over last year.

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The exhibition area of IIICF was expanded by 20% compared with the previous edition, said the organisers, showcasing new technologies, products and services of the industry and leaders in related industries.

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As one of the forum’s highlights, the Belt and Road Infrastructure Development Index (2022) and the Belt and Road Infrastructure Development Index Report (2022) were launched. They present how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has played an important role in international infrastructure investment and construction projects.

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CHINCA also launched the ‘Mechanism for International Sustainable Infrastructure Promotion’, in association with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), in a joint bid to promote the diversified, inclusive, green, low-carbon and climate-resilient development of sustainable infrastructure.

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In addition, Huawei released the ‘Smart Road Partner Go Global Program’ and the Smart Highway White Paper, detailing the company’s comprehensive solutions to the international community for investment in as well as construction, operation and management of smart highways.

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Fang Qiuchen, chairman of CHINCA, said that “in the post-pandemic era, countries will face unique challenges” and thus stressed “the importance of the international community to come together to invest in infrastructure and construction, in order to fuel economic growth and development, and improve people’s livelihoods.”

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He added that the forum will further “strengthen cooperation among all parties involved and expand the space for international cooperation, both of which are of great significance to the furthering of the Belt and Road initiative, the implementation global development initiatives and the facilitation of the build-out of a community of human destiny.”

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Studio City Phase 2 by Melco Resorts & Entertainment recently topped out, scheduled for completion before the end of 2022. With a total gross floor area of approximately 250,000 sq m, this new development is located in the Cotai area of Macau, featuring two luxury hotel towers with 900 rooms and suites, a retail complex of over 21,000 sq m, and gaming space of over 2,300 sq m.

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Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the US$1.3 billion project further complements the integrated resort’s existing Phase 1. The new entertainment and leisure destination will offer one of Asia’s largest indoor and outdoor water parks, a six-screen Cineplex comprising two regular houses and four VIP suites, as well as a state-of-the-art MICE space.

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“Melco has a strong track record of contributing to Macau’s ongoing development as a world centre of leisure tourism. Studio City Phase 2 reaffirms our ongoing commitment to the city and contributes to reinforcing Macau’s non-gaming proposition in Asia and internationally. We are grateful for the support of the Central and Macau governments during the project construction,” said Lawrence Ho, chairman and CEO of Melco Resorts & Entertainment.

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“Since opening in 2015, Studio City has become a destination landmark in Macau with its unique entertainment theme and experience,” added David Sisk, chief operating officer of Macau Resorts at Melco. “The extension project will complement our existing offering of ‘next-generation’ world-class entertainment and further enhance the distinctive Studio City experience.”

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Studio City Phase 2 has been named winner of the ‘Regional Award, Asia’ at BREEAM Awards 2021 in recognition of its incorporation of sustainable building design, development and management.

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According to Melco, the project is progressing and on track for completion before 27 December 2022.

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Images: Melco Resorts & Entertainment

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