Month: 2026-04

HONG KONG, Apr 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 3rd Smart Lighting Expo and the 17th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) open today and will run for four consecutive days from 20 to 23 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wan Chai. Under the theme “Go Smart, Live Green”, the twin lighting fairs introduce a number of new zones this year, including the debut of “Light Lab”, which focuses on lighting solutions that combine innovation and sustainability, unveiling the latest lighting trends for 2026.Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year’s twin lighting fairs bring together some 900 exhibitors, including new exhibitors from the Netherlands and Vietnam. A number of industry leaders are participating, including Absen, whose LED displays were in use at the World Cup and World Expos, and has been ranked first nationally in LED display exports for 16 consecutive years, and Shanghai Sansi, which supplies over 60% of the screens in Times Square, New York. Overall, our exhibitor lineup is strong. As one of the key events of Business of Innovation and Technology Week (BIT Week), the Smart Lighting Expo focuses on cutting edge lighting technologies and applications. This year, the newly launched Smart Commercial Display & Stage Audio-Visual Zone features lighting products and equipment related to cultural tourism and performing arts. As top-tier trade events for lighting products and technologies, the twin lighting fairs not only help promote Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology hub but also support the development of the megaevent economy by fostering cross industry exchange and collaboration.”According to Statista, the global smart lighting market is expected to reach US$44 billion by 2030. An analysis released by the International Energy Agency in March said that a second wave of LED transformation is imminent. In regions including Africa, Latin America and the Asia Pacific (excluding India and Chinese Mainland), LED penetration remains relatively low. In the residential sector alone, around 30% of lighting fixtures worldwide have yet to be upgraded, creating opportunities for high efficiency LED technologies. At the same time, early generation LED products, which account for nearly 15% of global residential lighting fixtures and have an average lifespan of 10 to 15 years, are gradually reaching the end of their service life, creating opportunities for high efficiency and more intelligent lighting systems.Against the backdrop of surging demand for high efficiency and intelligent lighting, this year’s fairs curate multiple highlights that bring advanced lighting technologies into real world application scenarios. The newly introduced “Light Lab” in Hall 3 features three scenario-based designs that present a range of products in an immersive manner, allowing visitors to experience their characteristics in different settings. The Lumin Garden displays garden lighting, smart lamp posts and solar luminaires. Shanghai Sansi LED Lighting presents plant lighting fixtures that use proprietary independent ceramic technology, delivering heat dissipation efficiency superior to metal structures. Combined with precise spectral control and professional optical systems, the solution meets the needs of plants at different growth stages.The Lumin Arena showcases professional grade lighting performance with stadium lights and high bay lights. Foshan Electrical and Lighting, which provides lighting for the China National Youth Football Training Centre, presents its new overseas sports lighting product, the F Series stadium lights, manufactured using full aluminium forging technology. Under the same illuminance level, the lights are 20% to 45% lighter than traditional fixtures and use high thermal conductivity 1060 pure aluminium, effectively reducing LED chip operating temperatures. With a lifespan of up to 100,000 hours, maintenance requirements are significantly reduced. The Lumin Gallery focuses on high-end museum lighting, displaying modular track lights and spotlights that highlight the integration of precise light control and aesthetics. Guangdong ThinkGis presents ultralow glare spotlights that emphasise glare control, reducing eye stimulation through specialised optical design and enhancing operational comfort and safety.As for the group pavilion, the twin lighting fairs receive strong support from Zhongshan City, as a Special Partner City this year, bringing the Zhongshan Guzhen Pavilion and Zhongshan Henglan Pavilion to form the Zhongshan Smart Home Zone, showcasing competitive lighting manufacturing capabilities and innovative solutions. The Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association participates in the Smart Lighting Expo for the third consecutive year, setting up the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area, together with brands including BWEETECH, AIDimming, Darkoo and TYF, presenting the latest developments in smart lighting and IoT solutions. In addition, pavilion from Shenzhen also participate, while the Spring Lighting Fair brings together pavilion from Xiamen, as well as new pavilions from Changzhou Zouqu and Zhejiang, further expanding industry exchange.Four major lighting trends move forward in parallel, showing new directions in smart, low carbon, immersive and human centric lightingAs artificial intelligence technologies continue to mature, lighting products are no longer limited to basic illumination functions. Instead, they integrate design, aesthetics, health, personalised experiences and sustainability, and even become an important part of urban and social infrastructure. Exhibitors at the Smart Lighting Expo and Spring Lighting Fair fully demonstrate the four major lighting trends currently taking shape in the market.Smart lighting: enhancing flexibility and scenario experience through technologyMany exhibitors focus on intelligent control and scenario-based applications to enhance the flexibility and user experience of lighting systems. BWEETECH (Booth: 1B-E18) showcases its Bwee Smart Control Knob, which has won the MUSE Design Award and iF Design Award. The product supports the Zigbee protocol and integration with platforms such as Apple Home, offering stepless dimming from 1% to 100% and millisecond level response, enabling easy whole home smart control. KC Lighting (Booth: 1E-A02) presents its M7 Micro 48V Track System, which supports Casambi and DALI smart control. With its ultra slim and flexible design, the system meets the needs of precise lighting layout and scenario management in residential and high-end commercial spaces.In addition, Xiamen PVTECH (Booth: 1E-B02) introduces its off grid intelligent lighting control panel, featuring multiple preset office and meeting room scenarios and one touch human-centric lighting (HCL) switching, demonstrating the practical application potential of smart lighting in workplace environments.Green lighting: driving low carbon transformation and sustainable developmentMany products on display cleave to the trend of green lighting, which helps the industry advance low carbon transformation. Absen (Booth: 1BB01) showcases its A25 Series low carbon energy saving LED display, which consumes less than one kilowatt hour of electricity per square metre per day and delivers over 50% energy savings compared to traditional solutions. Guangdong Zhongqian New Energy (Booth: 1B-E02) presents solar street lights powered by renewable energy, equipped with sleep mode and long-lasting battery life, suitable for smart city and public lighting applications.Meanwhile, Ningbo Yadu Lighting (Booth: 1D-E18) introduces solar garden lights that combine solar power with USBC charging, providing long duration illumination for residential and outdoor environments.Entertainment lighting: creating immersive light and shadow and interactive experiencesA wide range of lighting products emphasise interactive lighting effects and immersive experiences, injecting new elements into performances, gaming and cultural settings. Zhongyuan Innovation (Booth: 1B-D11) presents its Ambit 3 + Spot GREENTEK dynamic backlight, supporting 16 million colours and synchronised audiovisual lighting effects, designed specifically for gaming and entertainment environments. Zhongshan Walton Lighting (Booth: 1BC05) showcases its Gobo Projection Light that supports DMX512 control and multiple dynamic animation effects, widely used in stages, events and tourist attractions. Ledmy (Booth: 3E-B02) introduces its 360-degree neon lighting series, featuring uniform omnidirectional illumination and high design flexibility, commonly applied in stadiums, cultural projects and landmark developments.Human centric lighting: enhancing visual comfort and quality of lifeThe fairs also feature products that leverage visual comfort for physical and mental wellbeing. Shenzhen Norming Lighting (Booth: 1E-C24) presents dim-to-warm track lights with colour temperature that changes naturally with brightness, high colour rendering and flicker free design, enhancing comfort in dining and living spaces. In addition, Mascuge (Booth: 3E-A03) introduces an aroma diffuser humidifying lamp that integrates soft lighting with aromatherapy and humidification, creating a relaxing lighting environment for homes and leisure spaces.Two Major Forums Examine Market Hot TopicsIn addition to exhibition displays, the twin lighting fairs host a series of events to foster industry exchange. A highlight of the Spring Lighting Fair, the Asian Lighting Forum, will be held on 20–21 April, under the themes “Luminous Spectacle: Immersive Entertainment Lighting Experience” and “LightScape Aesthetics: LuminArt in Landscape and Public Space Design”. Award-winning lighting designers, including concert lighting expert from ANH Design Company (Taiwan) and the Bund’s landscape lighting designer from Tungsten (Shanghai), will share the latest trends in immersive entertainment lighting and outdoor lighting.Meanwhile, the Smart Lighting Solution Forum at the Smart Lighting Expo will be held on 21 April under the theme “Illuminating Smart Living: Infinite Possibility of Light”. Industry experts will discuss smart home lighting, human-centric entertainment lighting, and the development of the lighting supply chain ecosystem, helping the industry grasp future application directions.Exhibitor Opple Lighting, as the official partner of the buyers’ VIP lounge at the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), is showcasing its SDL smart spectral lighting technology, and will also participate in on‑site product promotions and launch events.Photo download:https://bit.ly/3QbJEr1The 3rd Smart Lighting Expo and the 17th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) are being held from today for four consecutive days, from 20 to 23 April.The newly introduced “Light Lab” in Hall 3 features three scenario-based designs that present a range of lighting products in an immersive manner, allowing visitors to experience the characteristics of lighting fixtures in different settings. The Lumin Garden showcases garden lighting, smart lamp posts and solar luminaires. Zhongshan Faner Lighting (Booth: 1C-B02) presents its solar ground stake lights.The Lumin Arena showcases professional grade lighting performance with stadium lights and high bay lights. Foshan Electrical and Lighting (Booth: 3E-D19), which provides lighting for the China National Youth Football Training Centre, presents its F Series stadium lights, manufactured using full aluminium forging technology.The Lumin Gallery focuses on high end museum lighting, displaying modular track lights and spotlights that highlight the integration of precise light control and aesthetics. Shanghai Sansi (Booth: 1C-F23) demonstrates the hill spotlight series, which create soft edged light with natural transitions, seamlessly integrating into museum aesthetics.The newly launched Smart Commercial Display & Stage Audio-Visual Zone features lighting products and equipment related to cultural tourism and performing arts.The twin lighting fairs receive strong support from Zhongshan City, which partners as a special collaborative city this year, bringing the Zhongshan Guzhen Pavilion and Zhongshan Henglan Pavilion to showcase competitive lighting manufacturing capabilities and innovative solutions.In addition to exhibition displays, the twin lighting fairs host a series of information rich key events. A highlight of the Spring Lighting Fair, the Asian Lighting Forum, will be held on 20–21 April, inviting lighting design experts from across Asia to share the latest trends in landscape, outdoor and immersive entertainment lighting.WebsitesHong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition): hklightingfairse.hktdc.com/Smart Lighting Expo: smartlightingexpo.hktdc.com/Exhibition Event: https://www.hktdc.com/event/smartlightingexpo/tc/programmeHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Stanley SoTel: (852) 2584 4049Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgNavin LawTel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

MIAMI, FL, Apr 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), recently grabbed the spotlight in Miami with the grand opening of its Bayside Miami Global Flagship Store marked by a high-energy waterfront celebration attended by professional polo players, Olympic athletes, notable personalities, influencers, and invited guests from the worlds of sport, fashion, and culture, reflecting Miami's role as one of the world's most influential global style and culture hubs.U.S. Polo Assn. Bayside Miami Global Flagship Grand OpeningU.S. Polo Assn. executives and honored guests cut the ribbon at the new Bayside Miami Global FlagshipProfessional Polo Player and U.S. Polo Assn. Global Ambassador Lucas Escobar posing with models in front of the iconic U.S. Polo Assn. polo shirt wallFlorida International University Swimming and Diving Team posing with polo balls (L to R) Lutnya Bogdanova, Olympian Nicole Frank Rodriguez, Olympian Oumy Diop, and Diana SantamariaModels posing with U.S. Polo Assn.'s polo shirt activation at Bayside Miami Global FlagshipParty in full swing at the U.S. Polo Assn. Bayside Miami Global Flagship Grand OpeningSet against the iconic Miami skyline, the event celebrated the brand's relocation from its former Bayside location into a newly expanded 3,000‑square‑foot Global Flagship, an elevated destination designed to showcase the heritage of the sport while placing U.S. Polo Assn. at the center of one of the city's most dynamic retail and lifestyle hubs. With 1,200 stores around the world, and thousands of other points of distribution across 190 countries, this U.S. Polo Assn. Bayside Flagship Store is contributing to the evolution of one of the fastest-growing brands in the world.Hundreds of guests danced the night away along Bayside's waterfront as they experienced U.S. Polo Assn.'s sport‑inspired lifestyle firsthand while also exploring the store's expanded men's, women's, and kids' collections in the Flagship's modern and immersive retail environment. The celebration featured a live mobile DJ, curated interactive brand moments, including athlete meet-and-greets, custom-embroidered polo shirts, swag bag giveaways, and complimentary bites and cocktails, including the limited-edition U.S. Polo Assn. Rosé and the brand's signature Divot Stomp Cocktail. A massive inflatable U.S. Polo Assn. polo shirt was also activated for fans to take photos with and post.Throughout the evening, U.S. Polo Assn. created a youthful and dynamic atmosphere that successfully reflected the brand's authentic connection to sport and style. Among the notable attendees was professional polo player and U.S. Polo Assn. Global Ambassador Lucas Escobar, who joined the party for a meet‑and‑greet and signed polo balls for guests, highlighting the brand's deep roots in the sport. The evening also welcomed the following Olympians -Uruguayan swimmer and two‑time Olympian Nicole Frank Rodriguez (@niky_frankk), French‑Senegalese Olympic swimmer Oumy Diop Oly (@oumy_dxop), and two‑time Italian Olympic diver Chiara Pellacani (@chiarapellacanii) - reinforcing U.S. Polo Assn.'s longstanding association with elite athleticism and international sport culture."Situated in Bayside Marketplace, one of the busiest and most important international retail destinations in Miami, our U.S. Polo Assn. Bayside Miami Global Flagship truly reflects the scale, energy, and heritage of our multi‑billion‑dollar sports brand," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to welcome global consumers to a location that represents the brand's youthful and inspirational style, shares the story of our authentic connection to the sport of polo, and supports the brand's continued global growth in one of the world's most dynamic markets."Located at 401 Biscayne Boulevard, the new Bayside Miami Global Flagship has been designed for efficiency and accessibility, with deep inventory, streamlined customer flow, and large LED screens that enhance navigation across collections while reinforcing the brand's global identity and sport‑inspired heritage. Guests are greeted by colorful polo shirts, symbolic of U.S. Polo Assn., and friendly staff to assist with their every need. Situated in one of Miami's most visited open‑air waterfront destinations, the store is well-positioned to serve both local consumers and the millions of international tourists and cruise travelers who pass through Bayside annually."U.S. Polo Assn. continues to build its massive market presence throughout the United States, and the new Bayside, Miami Global Flagship location is a significant addition to our global brand's domestic strategy," said Cliff Lelonek, President of JRA, U.S. Polo Assn.'s licensing partner in the United States. "As one of the brand's most visible U.S. retail locations, the Bayside Flagship represents a strategic milestone in our continued expansion and commitment to delivering a modern, sport‑inspired retail experience in internationally connected cities."The opening also aligns with U.S. Polo Assn.'s newest global campaign, "The Polo Shirt: An Icon Born from the Game," honoring the evolution of the polo shirt from the field of play to a modern style essential. Launched globally across 190 countries in Spring 2026, An Icon Born from the Game has come to life through a global, coordinated, multi-channel presence designed to make the U.S. Polo Assn. polo shirt unmistakably visible wherever consumers engage with the sport-inspired brand.With strong early consumer response and constant foot traffic, the Bayside Miami Global Flagship is set to become a key driver of brand growth in South Florida and across the country, reinforcing U.S. Polo Assn.'s position as one of the world's leading international sports lifestyle brands.B-Roll: https://f.io/V6MKXhfaAbout U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, http://www.globalpolo.com. Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Additional Information, Contact:Stacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.954.673.1331 E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comKaela Drake - Senior PR and Communications SpecialistPhone +001.561.530.5300 E-mail: kdrake@uspagl.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SAN DIEGO, Apr 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has conducted a series of flight tests aimed at certifying the MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI). The flight tests began last year, and all planned testing was successfully completed in early April from GA-ASI's Flight Test & Training Center (FTTC) near Grand Forks, North Dakota, using a company-owned MQ-9B.The FIKI flights build on earlier successful flight tests to evaluate flight characteristics with simulated ice shapes adhered to the aircraft as well as the aircraft's successful Cold Weather Validation and flights in the Arctic. FIKI certification will expand MQ-9B's abilities to provide all-weather surveillance capabilities for the many nations that have purchased the system for their military and civil support missions.The tests were flown using GA-ASI Internal Research and Development funding."We've approached these flight tests with great rigor," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. "GA-ASI became the first RPA developer to receive a Military Type Certificate for MQ-9B (RAF Protector) last year, and now we're taking steps toward certifying the platform for FIKI. It's taking the resolve of GA-ASI to get this done for our user base."GA-ASI customers are looking for MQ-9B to operate in a full range of environmental conditions, from very hot to very cold, as well as icy conditions. One such customer is the Government of Canada, which has ordered 11 MQ-9B SkyGuardians®. The Canadian Directorate of Technical Airworthiness and Engineering Support, Canada's national military certification authority, was on site for portions of the flight test period and will use artifacts from the flights to certify MQ-9B to operate in FIKI conditions.The MQ-9B SkyGuardian and its maritime variant, SeaGuardian®, are multi-mission, multi-domain RPA that can operate in cold weather conditions. MQ-9B aircraft are being flown by the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force, Belgian Defence, and the Japan Coast Guard. In addition to Canada, MQ-9B has been selected by Denmark, Poland, Germany, Taiwan, India, and the U.S. Air Force in support of the Special Operations Command. MQ-9B has also been featured in various U.S. Navy exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, RIMPAC, and Group Sail.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.GA-ASI Media RelationsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.ASI-MediaRelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Apr 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Henry Tang said today at the inaugural Asia-Pacific Symposium organised by The Legion d’Honneur Club that rising geopolitical tensions and protectionism reinforce the need to build a community with a shared future for mankind—a call made by the Chinese Mainland in which Hong Kong has an important role to play.The Legion d’Honneur Club is the Hong Kong chapter of the Society of Members of the Legion d’Honneur (the Hong Kong Chapter). The Legion d’Honneur is the highest and most prestigious civilian and military honour of France, instituted by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802 and conferred by the President of France to recognise outstanding service or acts of bravery.The inaugural Asia-Pacific Symposium, titled Regional Exchange and Institutional Cohesion, was held today. Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR Government, Admiral Alain Coldefy, President of the Society of Members of the Legion d’Honneur, and Christile Drulhe, Consul General of France in Hong Kong and Macau, officiated at the event. In addition, Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR Government, shared with participants, including representatives from Australia, France, the Philippines, and Thailand, the development of Hong Kong as an international financial centre. (Photo 1, 2 & 3)In the welcome remarks, Henry Tang said that Hong Kong’s strength lies in international exchange and cooperation. Hong Kong has long been a staunch advocate of multilateralism as well as open and free economy. The city’s legal and financial infrastructure aligns with international standards. Under the principle of “One Country, Two Systems”, Hong Kong stands as an international financial centre and a global hub for business and culture, championing diversity, openness, and inclusion.He added that Hong Kong’s future brings vast opportunities. The National 15th Five-Year Plan clearly mandates that Hong Kong maintains its status as an international financial centre while developing an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange and an international I&T hub. Strategically located at the southeastern tip of China and serving as a pivotal gateway between China and the rest of the world, Hong Kong will certainly benefit from the development of our motherland.The Hong Kong Chapter will continue to deepen cooperation with its French counterparts—especially the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau—to pursue joint efforts in education, science, and culture, said Henry Tang, to enrich public life.He concluded that the true legacy of the Legion d’Honneur is not the medals they wear, but the trust they build. The Hong Kong Chapter will continue to serve as a dynamic global stage where that trust is translated into tangible action and meaningful impact.20 April 2026Photo 1: (From left to right) Gerard Millet, Vice president of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter); Admiral Alain Coldefy, President of the Society of Members of the Legion d’Honneur; Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR Government; Henry Tang, President of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter), and Christile Drulhe, Consul General of France in Hong Kong and Macau.Photo 2: The Legion d’Honneur Club holds its first Asia-Pacific Symposium today, attended by Henry Tang, President of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter) (second right); Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the HKSAR Government (fourth right); Christile Drulhe, Consul General of France in Hong Kong and Macau (first right); Gerard Millet, Vice president of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter) (first left); Councillors of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter): David Li (third right); Michael Kadoorie (third left), and Christopher Cheng (second left).Photo 3: (From left to right) Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR Government, and Henry Tang, President of the Legion d’Honneur Club (the Hong Kong Chapter).About The Legion d’Honneur ClubThe Legion d’Honneur Club is the Hong Kong chapter of The Society of Members of the Legion d’Honneur (the Hong Kong Chapter). It was established in 2002. The Club fosters connections and creates opportunities for cross-cultural exchange, promoting French culture, language, and the arts between the HKSAR of China and France. It provides a unique forum for members who have excelled in business, the arts, philanthropy, and public service. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - April 20, 2026) - Radisson Mining Resources Inc. (TSXV: RDS) (OTCQX: RMRDF) ("Radisson" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of M. Michel Leclerc as a member of Radisson's Board of Directors, effective immediately.Michel Leclerc P.Eng. is a mining engineer with more than 35 years of experience in the mining industry, including nearly 20 years with Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. ("Agnico-Eagle") where he notably served as Vice President, Project Evaluation from 2012 to 2020. In this role, he led multidisciplinary teams responsible for the evaluation and acquisition of exploration and mining projects, covering all technical, financial, environmental, social and operational aspects. Previously, he held several increasingly senior management roles at Agnico-Eagle in operations and engineering, including Mine Manager of the LaRonde mining complex and General Manager, Abitibi. His career is marked by extensive experience in feasibility studies, construction, commissioning and optimization of mining projects, both in Canada and internationally. He graduated from the Polytechnique Montréal and is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (retired status). M. Leclerc is a resident of Rouyn-Noranda, Québec.Pierre Beaudoin, Radisson's chairperson, commented: "We are very happy to welcome Michel to Radisson's board. He brings to Radisson extensive Québec and international experience in underground mine development and operations, including for the nearby Lapa and LaRonde mining complexes of Agnico-Eagle. These are mining projects with direct relevance to Radisson's O'Brien Project. Radisson's board is comprised of seasoned mining professionals with experience in the development of multiple successful mines, including several of the most important new mines of the last 20 years in Ontario and Quebec. This reflects the quality of O'Brien asset, the rapid growth of its mineral resources, and its prospects for future successful development. Michel will be a valued addition to this team."Concurrent with these appointments, the Company announces the grant of 400,000 stock options. Pursuant to the terms of the stock option plan each option grants the holder thereof the right to purchase one class A share at a price of $0.90 until April 20, 2031.About Radisson MiningRadisson is a gold exploration company focused on its 100% owned O'Brien Gold Project, located in the Bousquet-Cadillac mining camp along the world-renowned Larder-Lake-Cadillac Break in Abitibi, Québec. A July 2025 PEA described a low cost and high value project with an 11-year mine life and significant upside potential based on the use of existing regional infrastructure. Indicated Mineral Resources are estimated at 0.63 Moz (3.49 Mt at 5.59 g/t Au), with additional Inferred Mineral Resources estimated at 1.69 Moz (10.37 Mt at 5.08 g/t Au). Please see the NI 43-101 "O'Brien Gold Project Technical Report and Preliminary Economic Assessment, Québec, Canada" effective June 27, 2025, and other filings made with Canadian securities regulatory authorities available at www.sedarplus.ca for further details and assumptions relating to the O'Brien Gold Project. For more information on Radisson, visit our website at www.radissonmining.com or contact:Matt MansonPresident and CEO416.618.5885mmanson@radissonmining.comKristina PillonManager, Investor Relations 604.908.1695kpillon@radissonmining.comForward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation that is based on expectations, estimates, projections, and interpretations as at the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements including, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the ability to execute the Company's plans relating to the O'Brien Gold Project as set out in the Preliminary Economic Assessment; the Company's ability to complete its planned exploration and development programs; the absence of adverse conditions at the O'Brien Gold Project; the absence of unforeseen operational delays; the absence of material delays in obtaining necessary permits; the price of gold remaining at levels that render the O'Brien Gold Project profitable; the Company's ability to continue raising necessary capital to finance its operations; the ability to realize on the mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; assumptions regarding present and future business strategies; local and global geopolitical and economic conditions and the environment in which the Company operates and will operate in the future; planned and ongoing drilling; the significance of drill results; the ability to continue drilling; the impact of drilling on the definition of any resource; and the ability to incorporate new drilling in an updated technical report and resource modelling; the Company's ability to grow the O'Brien Gold Project; and the ability to convert inferred mineral resources to indicated mineral resources.Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, interpretations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "interpreted", "management's view", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information and are intended to identify forward-looking information. Except for statements of historical fact relating to the Company, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements Forward-looking information is based on estimates of management of the Company, at the time it was made, involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the companies to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others; the risk that the O'Brien Gold Project will never reach the production stage (including due to a lack of financing); the Company's capital requirements and access to funding; changes in legislation, regulations and accounting standards to which the Company is subject, including environmental, health and safety standards, and the impact of such legislation, regulations and standards on the Company's activities; price volatility and availability of commodities; instability in the global financial system; the effects of high inflation, such as higher commodity prices; the risk of any future litigation against the Company; changes in project parameters and/or economic assessments as plans continue to be refined; the risk that actual costs may exceed estimated costs; geological, mining and exploration technical problems; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing; risks relating to the drill results at O'Brien; the significance of drill results; and the ability of drill results to accurately predict mineralization. Although the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based upon what management believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the parties cannot assure shareholders and prospective purchasers of securities that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any such forward-looking information. The Company believes that this forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this press release should not be unduly relied upon. The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by law. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release.Please refer to the "Risks and Uncertainties Related to Exploration" and the "Risks Related to Financing and Development" sections of the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated April 29, 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated November 26, 2025 for the three month period ended September 30, 2025, all of which are available electronically on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. 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