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Industry update

Archetype Malaysia strengthens distillery portfolio with new mandates

Archetype Malaysia has expanded its partnership with HEINEKEN Malaysia, following its appointment as the public relations agency of record for Tiger Beer Malaysia for 2026.

26 Jan 2026 1 min read

Moves

The Ascott Limited Penang promotes marcomms senior manager

Elle Abdul has stepped up to Senior Manager, Marketing Communications at The Ascott Limited.

26 Jan 2026 1 min read

Industry update

Client roster update from DNA Creative Communications

Castrol Malaysia has appointed DNA Creative Communications as its PR agency on a retainer basis, formalising a partnership that began in 2021.

26 Jan 2026 1 min read

Feature

Perspectives: What we learned by sounding more human - and less corporate - on LinkedIn

For some time, we approached LinkedIn the way many companies do: somewhat cautiously, kind of sparingly, and with a concern of oversaying or posting too often. And like many in-house teams, we also believed in …

26 Jan 2026 6 mins read

Industry update

Cato & Clive Partners to wind down operations end of February

Strategic communications advisory firm Cato & Clive Partners has issued a formal statement to clients, confirming that the business will cease operations at the end of February, concluding a seven-year run.

23 Jan 2026 1 min read

Feature

Vox Pop: What does it take for PR agencies to become strategic partners?

Choosing a PR partner in 2026 can no longer be a transaction marketing decision. With media landscapes evolving, AI-powered newsrooms disrupting traditional coverage patterns, and stakeholders demanding authent…

23 Jan 2026 6 mins read

Industry update

Élysée Collective expands luxury travel portfolio

Sydney-based PR agency, Élysée Collective, has added Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Fiji to its client portfolio.

23 Jan 2026 1 min read

Research

Study Highlight: Sandpiper's Reputation Capital Scorecard 2026

Sandpiper has released its latest study, the Reputation Capital Scorecard 2026, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. Building on five years of global reputation capital research, the report wa…

23 Jan 2026 5 mins read

Moves

David Zwirner welcomes Director of Marcomms

Carol Lo has moved in-house to David Zwirner as Director of Marketing and Communications in Hong Kong.

23 Jan 2026 1 min read

Moves

ÉCHO Communication appoints Comms & PR Director, Beauty and Wellness

ÉCHO Communication has welcomed Victoria Parker as Communications and PR Director, Beauty and Wellness. Relocating from London, she brings over 12 years' experience in luxury beauty PR and communications.

23 Jan 2026 1 min read

Moves

PEPR Agency names Media Director

PEPR Agency has appointed Abbey Sands as its new Media Director.

23 Jan 2026 1 min read

Industry update

Folgate Advisors sets up Middle East practice

Folgate Advisors has launched a Middle East practice in Riyadh, providing strategic communications counsel and advising clients on business strategy and international communications.

22 Jan 2026 1 min read

Industry update

Mithras Partners launches multi-market advisory in Dubai

Mithras Partners, a partner-led strategic advisory firm, has officially launched, offering corporate and financial communications support across key markets including Dubai, London, and Frankfurt.

22 Jan 2026 1 min read

Moves

IMI names new CMO

IMI Media Group has appointed Mona Elsaka as Chief Brand, Marketing and Communications Officer. In this role she oversees brand, marketing, communications and creative functions across the Group, which includes…

22 Jan 2026 1 min read

Industry update

H/Advisors enters Hong Kong, names Senior Director

H/Advisors has announced the opening of its Hong Kong office and the appointment of Candise Tang as Senior Director to lead the firm’s business in Hong Kong and the Greater China region. The new office adds to …

21 Jan 2026 3 mins read

Events

Event wrap-up: Telum Talks To: Haymarket Media

Telum Media hosted its latest in-person event in Hong Kong on Tuesday, 20th January 2026, with speakers from financial publications at Haymarket Media. The panel featured Andrew Tjaardstra, Editor of FinanceAsi…

21 Jan 2026 2 mins read

Industry update

FGS Global launches new AI advisory practice, acquires Memetica

FGS Global has announced the launch of its AI Advisory practice. It sits within FGS Global's recently formed AI and Innovation group, led by Aaron Kwittken, Global Head of AI and Innovation.

21 Jan 2026 2 mins read

Moves

54 brings in APAC Account Director

Jonathan Leow has taken on the role of Account Director, Earned Media, APAC at 54, a global sport and entertainment agency.

20 Jan 2026 1 min read

Research

Study Highlight: SEC Newgate 2025 Impact Monitor

SEC Newgate has released its 2025 Impact Monitor, the fifth annual global study which surveyed 20,213 respondents across 20 markets, including Australia, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and the UAE.

20 Jan 2026 3 mins read

Moves

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison names corporate communications lead

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat or IOH) has appointed Ovidia Nomia as Senior Vice President, Head of Corporate Communications.

20 Jan 2026 1 min read