BEIJING, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 7, 2025, the 3^rd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) initiated its 100-day countdown, heralding a global gathering under the theme Connecting the World for a Shared Future. Amid unprecedented supply chain volatility and shifting trade dynamics, the Expo will take place in Beijing from July 16^th to 20^th, doubling down on its mission to drive international cooperation and build crisis-resilient supply chains.

Centering on industry chain integration as its cornerstone, the Expo spotlights value generated through supply chain interconnectivity while integrating stakeholder-driven innovations. The event amplifies international collaboration by showcasing China’s expertise in overseas market adaptation, supply chain scalability, and transformative cross-border business models. Attendees will explore cutting-edge, end-to-end supply chain solutions honed by Chinese enterprises, reflecting years of strategic growth.

A highlight includes the inaugural Innovation Chain Zone, part of the Advanced Manufacturing Chain pavilion, which aims to accelerate the commercialization of patented technologies and breakthrough inventions. This dedicated space underscores the Expo’s mission to bridge conceptual advancements with real-world industrial applications, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for global supply chain evolution.

“Through supply chains, we’re connecting the world’s businesses, products, and services, building bridges for industrial integration, innovation, and market access,” said Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT). “The platform has become an open driver of mutual growth and win-win cooperation between China and the world.”

The Expo is expanding networking opportunities through pre-event, on-site, and post-event engagements while strengthening its exhibitor alliance to foster deeper business connections.

In a significant development, the event moves to summer for the first time, ensuring optimal comfort for global attendees. Early registrations indicate strong cross-sector participation, with industry leaders from automotive, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and finance—both returning exhibitors and new entrants—gearing up to converge in July and shape the future of global supply chains.

CISCE, held in China and recognized as the world’s first national-level event focused on supply chains, has rapidly emerged as a critical hub for global industrial collaboration and innovation, and a premier gateway for international firms accessing the Chinese market.

At the last CISCE, the event’s second edition, exhibitors signed over 210 cooperation agreements and letters of intent, totaling well over 152 billion yuan (approx. USD 20.8 billion). The Expo also serves as a global hub for tech innovation and environmentally responsible collaboration.

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LONDON, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — H.I.G. Bayside Capital Europe (“Bayside”), the European alternative credit affiliate of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”), a leading global alternative investment firm with $68 billion of capital under management, is pleased to announce its financing of Riviera Travel (“Riviera” or the “Company”), an award-winning global travel brand specialising in guided tours, cruises, and solo holidays backed by Silverfleet Capital (“Silverfleet”). The new five-year, £125m unitranche term loan is being provided by Bayside and Triton Debt Opportunities (“Triton”).

Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Riviera has been curating travel experiences for over 40 years. The Company focuses on the over-60s market and has built an excellent reputation for quality, value for money, and exceptional customer service. Riviera offers approximately 170 unique itineraries for tours and cruises, spanning over 45 countries globally.

The new five-year facility refinances the existing term loan, and provides a solid platform for Riviera’s management team, led by Chief Executive Officer Phil Hullah, to build upon the impressive growth achieved since the Company’s acquisition by Silverfleet.

David Whatley, Chief Financial Officer at Riviera, commented: “We are delighted to partner with Bayside and Triton for this exciting next phase of growth. This partnership will enable us to continue investing in our business to enhance the customer experience, develop and improve our itineraries, and execute our strategic growth plans.”

Mathilde Malezieux, Managing Director at Bayside, commented: “Riviera has been an impressive success story resulting in high, sustainable growth in an attractive market segment. Bayside’s capital solutions loan refinances Riviera’s existing debt and provides the flexible capital structure to support the continued growth of the business. We are looking forward to working with the team at Riviera on the next phase of its growth journey.”

About Bayside Capital

Bayside Capital is the special situations affiliate of H.I.G. Capital. Focused on middle market companies, Bayside invests across several segments of the primary and secondary debt capital markets with an emphasis on long term returns. With eight offices throughout the U.S. and Europe and over 500 investment professionals to draw upon, Bayside has the experience, resources, and flexibility required to generate superior risk-adjusted returns. For more information, please refer to the Bayside website at bayside.com.

About H.I.G. Capital

H.I.G. is a leading global alternative investment firm with $68 billion of capital under management.* Based in Miami, and with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco in the United States, as well as international affiliate offices in Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, Paris, Bogotá, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Dubai, and Hong Kong, H.I.G. specializes in providing both debt and equity capital to mid-sized companies, utilizing a flexible and operationally focused/value-added approach:

• H.I.G.’s equity funds invest in management buyouts, recapitalizations, and corporate carve-outs of both profitable as well as underperforming manufacturing and service businesses.
• H.I.G.’s debt funds invest in senior, unitranche, and junior debt financing to companies across the size spectrum, both on a primary (direct origination) basis, as well as in the secondary markets. H.I.G. also manages a publicly traded BDC, WhiteHorse Finance.
• H.I.G.’s real estate funds invest in value-added properties, which can benefit from improved asset management practices.
• H.I.G. Infrastructure focuses on making value-add and core plus investments in the infrastructure sector.

Since its founding in 1993, H.I.G. has invested in and managed more than 400 companies worldwide. The Firm’s current portfolio includes more than 100 companies with combined sales in excess of $53 billion. For more information, please refer to the H.I.G. website at hig.com.

*Based on total capital raised by H.I.G. Capital and affiliates.

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Duncan Priston
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Andrew Scotland
Co-Head of Bayside Europe
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H.I.G. Capital
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VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, announced the launch of MEXC Alpha on its decentralized trading platform, MEXC DEX+. This innovative product focuses on early-stage, high-potential crypto projects, aiming to help over 34 million users worldwide get ahead of market trends and seize the next big opportunity in the crypto space.

MEXC DEX+ now fully supports the Solana ecosystem, integrating popular liquidity pools like pump.fun, PumpSwap, and Raydium, offering a wide selection of over 10,000 on-chain assets. DEX+ has also integrated top DEXs from the BSC ecosystem, including PancakeSwap, covering more than 5,000 popular tokens, ranging from DeFi projects to memecoins.

The crypto market evolves rapidly and unpredictably. For everyday users to stay ahead of the curve and spot promising projects early requires deep industry knowledge combined with significant investments of both time and effort. MEXC DEX+ continues to roll out new features to help users invest with greater precision, which is exactly what MEXC Alpha is designed to do.

MEXC Alpha highlights early-stage, high-potential projects across multi-chain ecosystems like Solana and BSC, keeping pace with trends in DeFi innovation, memecoin surges, and emerging trends. Backed by expert industry insights and real-time market data, Alpha provides trustworthy investment references. MEXC Alpha is a direct response to user needs: it leverages expert curation and robust technology to lower investment barriers, enabling every user to easily and efficiently select promising targets, invest in early-stage projects, and seize opportunities ahead of the market.

MEXC Alpha features three core principles: Security, Efficiency, and Simplicity.

Security: Backed by MEXC’s team of professionals, Alpha leverages industry insights and market data to carefully select and showcase high-potential projects from over 10,000 trending tokens. This helps users quickly identify promising opportunities and boost investment impact.

Efficiency: Designed to secure the best trading prices and streamline the trading process, Alpha is available on both MEXC’s App and Web platforms, allowing users to monitor markets and seize opportunities anytime, anywhere.

Simplicity: There’s no need to create a Web3 wallet or manage private keys. Users only need to create an MEXC account and activate the DEX+ wallet. By depositing SOL or BNB, they can start trading on-chain instantly, significantly lowering the entry barrier for everyday users.

As the crypto market rapidly evolves and trends become increasingly fragmented, everyday users face greater challenges when it comes to research and decision-making. MEXC Alpha, powered by the insights of a professional team and a data-driven selection strategy, provides a simple and efficient trading experience to help users get ahead and discover the next potential 100x gem.

Alpha is more than just a tool for uncovering valuable investments: it offers listed on-chain projects the opportunity to be featured on MEXC’s Spot or Futures markets. This mechanism shortens the complex path from on-chain discovery to exchange listing, enhancing both project visibility and trading efficiency, while giving early participants a unique edge.

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About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto”. Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries and regions, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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