Asia Pioneer Entertainment (APE, 8400.HK) Announces Official Launch of Bee Macau, the First Playing Card Factory in Macau

MACAU, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (APE, HKEX: 8400), together with Belgium's Cartamundi Group—one of the world's largest playing card manufacturers—announced the joint establishment of BEE MANUFACTURING AND TECHNOLOGY MACAU COMPANY LIMITED. Its flagship Bee Macau factory has now officially commenced full operations, marking the debut of Macau's first casino-grade playing card production facility.

The factory successfully completed test production earlier and has already exported to Asian markets. This milestone signals Macau's transformation from a consumer of gaming products into a high‑tech producer on the global stage, opening a new chapter in the city's economic diversification.

With a project budget of HKD 500 million, the factory produces the legendary Bee® casino‑grade playing cards—long recognized as the industry's gold standard—100% locally, positioned to serve Macau's six major gaming operators as well as casino operators worldwide. The facility is equipped with advanced automation systems, artificial intelligence technologies, and robotics, supported by a team of local professionals.

Herman Ng, Executive Director and CEO of APE, emphasized the significance of the launch: "With Bee Macau, the market finally gains a local choice in playing card manufacturing, opening the door to true greater diversity. As a Macau-based company, we are proud that Cartamundi has entrusted us with world-class technology and training, bringing global expertise to Macau."

Over 130 Years of Innovation in Every Deck 

Combining customizable designs with uncompromising quality, Bee® is the trusted playing card of choice for gaming operators worldwide.

The first Bee® deck was printed in 1892, and its logo has since become synonymous with quality and reliability. In 2019, Bee® was acquired by Cartamundi, a company with over 200 years of card‑making expertise. Today, through its partnership with APE, Bee Macau brings this international brand to Macau, creating a new era of "Made in Macau."

Aligned with Macau's Green Vision and Global role

This milestone builds on a strategic cooperation agreement signed between Cartamundi and APE at the Macau International Environmental Cooperation Forum & Exhibition (MIECF) on March 27, 2026, witnessed by senior officials from the Macau SAR Government and the Central People's Government Liaison Office. It reflects Macau's vision for green innovation and economic diversification, while reinforcing its role as a global connector, bringing foreign investment and international technology into the city.

Mr. Alan Ho, President of The Macau Portuguese and Spanish-Speaking Countries Entrepreneurs Association, stated: "By serving as a bridge through Macau, the Bee Macau new factory will foster global connections and jointly open up the vast markets of Portuguese‑ and Spanish‑speaking countries."

Showcasing at G2E Macau (A922)

Bee Macau will showcase at G2E Asia, taking place May 12–14, at The Venetian Macao, booth A922, where visitors can experience the first "Made in Macau" casino‑grade playing cards.

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About Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 8400.HK)

Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (APE), founded in 2006 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 8400.HK), is a leading supplier of electronic gaming equipment, including slot machines and electronic table games, to casinos in Macau and across Asia. Beyond its core business, APE is actively expanding into operational solutions for casino table operations, delivering innovation and enhanced efficiency to casinos in Macau and other gaming jurisdictions across Asia.

Website: apemacau.com

About Bee Macau

Bee Macau is a joint venture between Cartamundi Group– one of the world's largest playing card manufacturers - and Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Ltd (APE, HKEX: 8400). By uniting 200 years of Belgian manufacturing excellence with deep local market expertise, the partnership delivers premium products that are 100% Made in Macau. Operating directly from Macau, the venture serves as a high-tech manufacturing hub for the local market and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Website: bee-macau.com

About Cartamundi

Cartamundi Asia Pacific is part of the Cartamundi Group, a seventh-generation family-owned company headquartered in Belgium. With a global network of 12 close-to-market manufacturing facilities, design centers, and sales offices across four continents, Cartamundi partners with leading integrated resorts worldwide to deliver premium gaming solutions. Its strategy focuses on sustainable, profitable growth, ensuring the company preserves both our planet and its legacy for generations to come.

Website: cartamundi.com

 

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Asia Pioneer Entertainment (APE, 8400.HK) Announces Official Launch of Bee Macau, the First Playing Card Factory in Macau

Angelalign Has Already Replaced Torque Ridges with Upgraded "Pressure Points" in Europe

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Angelalign Technology Inc. (6699.HK) ("Angel") http://www.angelaligner.com, a company driven by innovation in orthodontic clear aligner technology, said today that a ruling by the Paris Local Division of the Unified Patent Court concerning its Torque Ridges feature does not affect the availability of its offering in Europe, which already incorporates the next generation of torque-control technology. 

Angel already has discontinued Torque Ridges in Europe and has replaced it with an upgraded feature called Pressure Points. Pressure Points, which launched in the European market in September, was designed to improve torque control and reflects Angel's continued commitment to innovation focused on solving orthodontists' clinical challenges. Angel customers in Spain, the UK and outside of Europe, including the Americas and Asia, are not affected by this ruling. Angel is constantly developing new solutions to continue to serve its customers well.

The court today ruled that the Torque Ridges feature infringes a patent held by Align Technology Inc. (ALGN) for repositioning a patient's teeth according to an orthodontic treatment plan. Angel respectfully disagrees with the decision and is reviewing it closely while it evaluates its options. Angel will comply with the court's ruling, including the return of any products. Because Torque Ridges is no longer offered in Europe, orthodontists using Angel products and services can continue treating their patients with access to Pressure Points and Angel's ongoing clinical and technical support.

"Our priority is to ensure that orthodontists can continue delivering excellent care to their patients," said Xavier Cherbavaz, General Manager and Vice President, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, Angelalign Technology Inc. "Torque Ridges has already been retired in Europe and replaced with Pressure Points, an approach intended to support controlled force application and tooth contact. We remain focused on giving orthodontists innovative clinical solutions and a dependable customer experience."

"Angel takes intellectual property rights seriously and is careful not to infringe on valid patents," added Richard Hirschland, Angel's Chief Commercial Officer and SVP. "We are reviewing the court's reasoning carefully and will consider all available options. Angel will continue to innovate and improve its products to benefit its providers and their patients despite litigation by a competitor. Continuous innovation means anticipating challenges and preparing solutions to protect the customer experience. Our transition to Pressure Points reflects that commitment. We are determined to continue developing innovative solutions so that orthodontists can rely on Angel over the long term."

To learn more, visit angelaligner.com/eu and www.angelaligner.com.

About Angelalign Technology Inc.

Founded in 2003 and publicly listed since 2021, Angelalign Technology Inc. provides clear aligner solutions to clinically focused professionals and patients in over 60 countries. Having surpassed two million cumulative cases and with about a US$2 billion market capitalization, the company focuses on clinical innovation and professional support to help experts achieve extraordinary outcomes. Its established global operations and continued investment in innovation support its long-term commitment to orthodontists and their patients. Learn more at angelaligner.com.

Media Contact:

Sue Kolb
Angelalign Technology Inc.
sue.kolb@angelaligner.com

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Paris Court Ruling on Discontinued Feature Will Have Minimal Impact on Angelalign Customers