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SYDNEY, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Infor, the Industry Cloud Complete company, today announced the appointment of Geoff Thomas as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) to strengthen Infor's commitment to delivering exceptional value and tailored solutions to customers across the region. Based in Sydney, Thomas will focus on enhancing customer experiences and driving innovation in key markets including Japan, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), Southeast & North Asia (SENA), and India. Under his leadership to accelerate growth, Infor will focus on deepening local expertise, expanding its trusted partner network, and providing customers with world-class support and industry-specific cloud technologies designed to help their businesses thrive.
Thomas has decades of experience building high-performance teams across Asia Pacific and helping customers drive breakthrough business outcomes. Prior to joining Infor, he spent six years growing Qlik's business in APJ. Thomas also held senior leadership positions at Microsoft, Juniper Networks, Polycom and OneLogin.
"The APJ market is instrumental to Infor's overall strategy and home to many dynamic businesses driving technological innovation and growth. We are dedicated to investing in our customers for long-term growth and will continue to invest in top talents, ecosystem and innovative cloud solutions that empower our customers to accelerate digital transformation and achieve long-term success in this fast-evolving region," said Wolfgang Kobek, Executive Vice President and General Manager, International Business, Infor. "Geoff is an exceptional leader with deep experience in the APJ market, and the ideal person to help our customers in the region thrive. His customer-first approach, coupled with his extensive grasp of the APJ business and ecosystem, will help Infor deliver superior value to organisations quickly, and improve customer outcomes."
Thomas is off to a fast start, and has made two new appointments in his leadership team -- naming Sydney-based Aidan Brecknell to lead the charge for ANZ as Vice President and Managing Director. Victor Ng takes on an expanded scope as Vice President and Managing Director for SENA, a region that includes ASEAN, Greater China and Korea. Victor is based in Singapore.
"Infor's dynamic and fast-growing customers rely on our solutions to make their business more resilient, efficient and innovative," Thomas said. "I am passionate about the APJ market as it represents a huge opportunity to help organisations in the region achieve their strategic goals and unlock real business value through industry-specific innovation. I am confident we have the right team and resources in place to help our customers succeed."
Infor has customers in 200 countries: these include 10 of the top 10 F&B manufacturers, 8 of the top 10 automotive manufacturers, 11 of the top 15 industrial manufacturers, and 15 of the top 23 supply chain leaders. APJ customers include Sealord, Riverina Water, NCC Limited, My Food Bag, CJD Equipment, Vallen Asia and Spykar Lifestyles, amongst others.
About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software, specialised by industry. We develop complete solutions for our focus industries. Infor's mission-critical enterprise applications and services are designed to deliver sustainable operational advantages with security and faster time to value. Over 60,000 organisations in more than 175 countries rely on Infor's 17,000 employees to help achieve their business goals. As a Koch company, our financial strength, ownership structure, and long-term view empower us to foster enduring, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. Visit www.infor.com.
Media contact:
Phyllis Tan
Infor Asia Pacific & Japan
Phyllis.tan@infor.com
+65 9799 9133
SYDNEY, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Infor, the Industry Cloud Complete company, today announced the appointment of Geoff Thomas as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) to strengthen Infor's commitment to delivering exceptional value and tailored solutions to customers across the region. Based in Sydney, Thomas will focus on enhancing customer experiences and driving innovation in key markets including Japan, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), Southeast & North Asia (SENA), and India. Under his leadership to accelerate growth, Infor will focus on deepening local expertise, expanding its trusted partner network, and providing customers with world-class support and industry-specific cloud technologies designed to help their businesses thrive.
Thomas has decades of experience building high-performance teams across Asia Pacific and helping customers drive breakthrough business outcomes. Prior to joining Infor, he spent six years growing Qlik's business in APJ. Thomas also held senior leadership positions at Microsoft, Juniper Networks, Polycom and OneLogin.
"The APJ market is instrumental to Infor's overall strategy and home to many dynamic businesses driving technological innovation and growth. We are dedicated to investing in our customers for long-term growth and will continue to invest in top talents, ecosystem and innovative cloud solutions that empower our customers to accelerate digital transformation and achieve long-term success in this fast-evolving region," said Wolfgang Kobek, Executive Vice President and General Manager, International Business, Infor. "Geoff is an exceptional leader with deep experience in the APJ market, and the ideal person to help our customers in the region thrive. His customer-first approach, coupled with his extensive grasp of the APJ business and ecosystem, will help Infor deliver superior value to organisations quickly, and improve customer outcomes."
Thomas is off to a fast start, and has made two new appointments in his leadership team -- naming Sydney-based Aidan Brecknell to lead the charge for ANZ as Vice President and Managing Director. Victor Ng takes on an expanded scope as Vice President and Managing Director for SENA, a region that includes ASEAN, Greater China and Korea. Victor is based in Singapore.
"Infor's dynamic and fast-growing customers rely on our solutions to make their business more resilient, efficient and innovative," Thomas said. "I am passionate about the APJ market as it represents a huge opportunity to help organisations in the region achieve their strategic goals and unlock real business value through industry-specific innovation. I am confident we have the right team and resources in place to help our customers succeed."
Infor has customers in 200 countries: these include 10 of the top 10 F&B manufacturers, 8 of the top 10 automotive manufacturers, 11 of the top 15 industrial manufacturers, and 15 of the top 23 supply chain leaders. APJ customers include Sealord, Riverina Water, NCC Limited, My Food Bag, CJD Equipment, Vallen Asia and Spykar Lifestyles, amongst others.
About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software, specialised by industry. We develop complete solutions for our focus industries. Infor's mission-critical enterprise applications and services are designed to deliver sustainable operational advantages with security and faster time to value. Over 60,000 organisations in more than 175 countries rely on Infor's 17,000 employees to help achieve their business goals. As a Koch company, our financial strength, ownership structure, and long-term view empower us to foster enduring, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers. Visit www.infor.com.
Media contact:
Phyllis Tan
Infor Asia Pacific & Japan
Phyllis.tan@infor.com
+65 9799 9133
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Infor appoints Geoff Thomas to lead Asia Pacific and Japan
Infor appoints Geoff Thomas to lead Asia Pacific and Japan
Infor appoints Geoff Thomas to lead Asia Pacific and Japan
World-Class CSI5* Speed Stake Finals at AsiaWorld-Expo
180,000 sq ft Lifestyle Shopping Village Celebrates the Year of the Horse
HONG KONG, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show 2026 concluded in resounding success at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE). Bringing together the world's top riders and elite horses, the event delivered thrilling international-level competition alongside festive Lunar New Year celebrations, star-studded entertainment and a vibrant lifestyle marketplace. The Show attracted spectators from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and overseas, underscoring Hong Kong's appeal as the premier hub for mega events and AWE's proven capability as a world-class venue for mega events.
One of the event's highlights, the "The AsiaWorld-Expo Speed Stakes - 5* International Showjumping Competition," was staged as one of the grand finales on 1 February. Classified at the highest level by Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), the CSI5* event is on par with Olympic-level competition. Riders were challenged to navigate a demanding course featuring obstacles up to 1.5 metres high, where speed, precision and horse-rider harmony were decisive. After an intense contest, Richard Vogel, rider from Germany claimed the championship with an outstanding time of 45.82 seconds, receiving the trophy from Ms Irene Chan, Chief Executive Officer of AsiaWorld-Expo.
Equestrian Sport Meets Lunar New Year Festivities
In celebration of the approaching Lunar New Year, AsiaWorld-Expo curated the festive interactive zone, seamlessly blending equestrian sport with traditional cultural elements. A striking flower-themed art installation, festive photo spots and New Year activities created a joyful atmosphere throughout the venue. Visitors could enjoy fortune-drawing, wish-making activities and exclusive Year-of-the-Horse decorations, including limited-edition festive couplets co-created by local artists and AWE Bear. The experience proved especially popular with families, young audiences and international visitors, offering a unique opportunity to experience Hong Kong's New Year traditions alongside world-class sport.
A Lifestyle-Driven, Cross-Generational Spectacle
Breaking away from the traditional sporting event format, this year's Show embraced a sports-meets-entertainment-meets-lifestyle concept to broaden audience appeal. In addition to elite competitions such as the Shetland Pony Grand National and the Hong Kong Jockey Club Asian Youth Challenge, the event introduced the crowd-favourite "Airport Authority Hong Kong presents: Hong Kong Dog Agility Competition", adding a playful and interactive dimension.
The 180,000 sq ft Lifestyle Shopping Village featured over 50 local and international brands, complemented by diverse dining options ranging from light bites to chef-curated menus. Highlights included Dog Fashion Show, Hobby Horse Competition, live DJ performances and, on the final evening, a special live performance by Hong Kong pop star Ian Chan (MIRROR), which brought the atmosphere to an electrifying peak.
Transforming Exhibition Space into a World-Class Indoor Equestrian Arena
Behind the spectacle was a remarkable feat of venue transformation. Leveraging its extensive experience in hosting international sports and entertainment events, AsiaWorld-Expo combined six column-free halls, converting over 360,000 sq ft of event space into a fully FEI-compliant indoor equestrian arena within an exceptionally short timeframe. A dedicated hall was purpose-built to serve as stables accommodating more than 70 international competition horses, with meticulous planning for ventilation, temperature, humidity, sound insulation, and odour control to ensure an optimal environment. The venue also featured two international-standard sand arenas for competition and warm-up, a scale and configuration rarely seen in indoor equestrian events across Asia.
Beyond the competition facilities, AWE elevated the overall spectator journey with all-day entertainment, curated lifestyle offerings, and premium hospitality. VIP Dining Tables and Suites, hosted by AWE's executive chefs, delivered refined dining experiences, redefining the traditional equestrian event as a fully immersive celebration of sport, culture, gastronomy, and entertainment. This integrated approach not only broadened the sport's appeal but also aligned with Hong Kong's Tourism Blueprint 2.0, creating a win-win for equestrian development and experiential tourism.
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Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show 2026 Returns
