HK-Listed Macau Firm Asia Pioneer Entertainment (8400.HK) H1 Profit Surges 90-Fold Targets Overseas Expansion for Future Growth

HONG KONG and MACAU, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited ("APE" or the "Company"; Stock Code: 8400.HK), a leading Macau-based Electronic Gaming Equipment (EGE) supplier listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, announced its publishing of 2026 interim report and unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2026 ("the Period") on September 2, 2026. Driven by surging demand for equipment replacement and technical upgrades across integrated resorts (IRs) in Macau and Southeast Asia, the Company achieved significant growth in both revenue and profitability.

Financial & Operational Highlights

• Revenue Growth: Total revenue reached HK$33.9 million (H1 2025: HK$23 million), representing a sharp year-on-year increase of 47.3%.
• Net Profit: Net profit surged 90-fold year-on-year to approximately HK$2.3 million (H1 2025: HK$24,959), with basic earnings per share of 0.23 HK cents.
• Core Segment: EGE sales and technical support services generated HK$33 million, accounting for 97.3% of total revenue and remaining the primary growth engine.
• Strategic Evolution: Partnered with world-renowned playing card brand BEE® to establish Macau's first playing card factory, alongside introducing smart cash-handling tech solutions to solidify APE's position as a premier one-stop provider for IRs.

Mr. Huie, Allen Tat Yan, Chairman and Executive Director of APE, stated: "We are very pleased with our financial performance in the first half of 2026. As Asia's gaming and entertainment sector shifts rapidly toward high-tech experiences and non-gaming initiatives, demand from integrated resorts for next-generation EGE continues to climb. Our 47.3% revenue growth reflects not only our market leadership in Macau but also our strategic product expansion. We remain highly confident in our growth momentum for H2 and the long-term outlook across the region."

H2 Outlook: Solidifying Macau, Scaling Globally

• Core Macau Market: Ongoing procurement and replacement orders from casino operators continue to reinforce APE's market footprint and financial foundation.
• Overseas Expansion:
  • UAE: Submitted a licensed supplier application with regulatory feedback expected in H2 to supply upcoming casino developments.
  • Singapore: Collaborating closely with manufacturing partners on product licensing, positioning APE for large-scale equipment sales upon approval.
  • Japan: Initiated supplier license applications to capture early-mover advantage for upcoming Integrated Resort (IR) projects.
• Product Diversification: Expanding beyond traditional EGE into broader casino operations and floor management solutions to scale operations and broaden geographic reach.

• UAE: Submitted a licensed supplier application with regulatory feedback expected in H2 to supply upcoming casino developments.
• Singapore: Collaborating closely with manufacturing partners on product licensing, positioning APE for large-scale equipment sales upon approval.
• Japan: Initiated supplier license applications to capture early-mover advantage for upcoming Integrated Resort (IR) projects.

APE (8400.HK) 2026 Interim Report, Interim Results Announcement and Photos 
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qCyeloxKetgPh21maDV81JyVP_meLEju?usp=sharing

About Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 8400.HK)
Established in 2006, Asia Pioneer Entertainment Holdings Limited (APE) is a prominent Macau-based Electronic Gaming Equipment (EGE) supplier listed on the GEM market of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. Serving as an exclusive distributor for major international equipment manufacturers, APE delivers technical solutions, equipment, and localized services to integrated resorts across Macau and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Official Website: www.apemacau.com

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HK-Listed Macau Firm Asia Pioneer Entertainment (8400.HK) H1 Profit Surges 90-Fold Targets Overseas Expansion for Future Growth

HONG KONG, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CNN has successfully concluded the inaugural edition of CNN Academy in Japan, delivering an intensive, skills-focused journalism training experience designed to empower the next generation of multimedia storytellers.

The program featured a hybrid curriculum centered on digital storytelling in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Participants first completed virtual coursework on CNN's dedicated e-learning platform, covering storytelling ethics and AI integration in newsrooms, before gathering for an immersive, hands-on workshop week in Tokyo.

Hosted at Sophia University in Tokyo, the five-day in-person workshop was led by CNN award-winning international correspondent Hanako Montgomery, CNN award-winning producer Junko Ogura, leading mobile storytelling expert Glen Mulcahy, and seasoned media executive David Ford. Together, they guided and instructed participants on storytelling for the AI era, equipping them with the fundamentals to produce impactful and high-quality stories ethically and efficiently. The week concluded with participants executing polished multiplatform projects that put their new skills into practice.

The five-day training week was the core of the program, simulating a realistic digital-first news environment with interactive workshops and masterclasses on mobile journalism, script writing, and AI-enabled workflows. The week concluded with participants executing polished multiplatform projects that showcased their new skills in practice.

Since launching in 2020, CNN Academy has partnered with creative, educational and media partners to combine CNN's renowned global journalism expertise with academic excellence. The program continues to expand worldwide, offering dynamic learning experiences through a wealth of resources, in-person exercises, digital courses and expert-led workshops.

Alireza Hajihosseini, Director of CNN Academy and Deputy Bureau Chief of CNN's Abu Dhabi production hub, said, "CNN Academy Tokyo reflects CNN's ongoing commitment to equipping and empowering tomorrow's journalists. Through virtual training and an in-person workshop in Tokyo, the program tapped into our experienced storytellers to prepare the next generation for multi-platform reporting in the age of AI. The participants were exceptional throughout the week, demonstrating the essential skills needed to connect with audiences everywhere."

Natsumi Sasaki, Senior Director of Content Sales and Strategic Partnerships in Japan, CNN International Commercial, added, "Beyond extending CNN's mission to bring exceptional journalism to the world, CNN Academy offers an innovative way for collaborating with academic and creative partners. With the great support of Sophia University, bringing this initiative to Tokyo marks an exciting step forward in nurturing emerging talent and strengthening CNN's legacy of global reporting in one of the world's most dynamic media capitals."

For more information, please see academy.cnn.com

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CNN Academy expands to Japan to empower future multimedia storytellers