On May 31, the day before International Children’s Day, the second HKU Shanghai Alumni Association Children’s Day Charity Carnival warmed hearts at Shanghai Qiantan Taikoo Li. As one of the sponsors, CMA Testing & CMA+ had the privilege of participating in this charity event themed “Childlike Hearts Together, Growing as One,” joining many caring organizations, charity groups, alumni families, and volunteers in creating memories filled with love and companionship.

A Heartfelt Setup

Early that day, our team arrived on site to lovingly set up our small charity booth. In addition to Dr.A+ series souvenirs, we specially featured brand-new fragrance products from the “Hope Tree” brand — with their fresh scents and warm packaging, they seemed to whisper our understanding of charity: charity doesn’t have to be grand; it can be a tangible gesture, a comforting fragrance.

When Charity Becomes Tangible and Experiential

The event featured charity exhibitions, a charity bazaar, children’s creative DIY activities, gourmet experiences, live music performances — every segment transformed charity from an abstract concept into concrete action. At that moment, charity was no longer a distant call, but a warmth held in the palm, a smile upon the face.

CMA Testing & CMA+ has always believed that a company’s value lies not only in providing professional services but also in the warmth of giving back to the community. Our sincere thanks to the HKU Shanghai Alumni Association for their thoughtful organization, to the “Hope Tree” brand for their enthusiastic response, and to every child and adult who stopped by our booth. We look forward to seeing you again soon~

On the event day, St. Stephen’s College was transformed into a vibrant green marketplace. Student teams designed and decorated four interactive booths, simulating real retail store environments to promote and sell green, ESG-focused products — such as formaldehyde-removing products from Full of Hope, which were very well received. All transactions were completed instantly using “Carbon Points” — created by Green Matter Hub’s innovative platform and verified by third-party laboratory CMA Testing. 🎉

🌱 CMA Testing’s role: Third-party verification of carbon points + hands-on workshops + training student teams to run their booths

🎪 Event highlights:
Over 300 students and teachers participated, with four student-led booths allowing everyone to redeem various green products using Carbon Points
Diverse workshops spanning tech, wellness, entrepreneurship, and music: running, yoga, tea appreciation, startup sharing, art-tech… Students learned while having fun, enriching their after-school lives!
From booth setup and product presentation to carbon point management, students sharpened practical skills including communication, teamwork, creativity, and event planning

🏆 Through this initiative, St. Stephen’s College continues to create authentic learning opportunities that connect students with social enterprises, making education both interesting and meaningful!
Carbon points don’t just cut emissions — they build a stage for tomorrow’s leaders to dream and do 💚

On May 16th, at The Inlet in Shanghai’s Hongkou district, the weather was sunny.

Over 70 families with dogs and cats gathered on site. Some were taking photos, some were strolling, and the furry little ones were wagging their tails beside their owners. It was lively but not chaotic, warm yet orderly.

But in the eyes of the event organizers, the most important thing about this day was not the liveliness itself, but the arrival of a professional milestone:

The first batch of shopping malls in Shanghai that comply with the “Pet‑Friendly Premises Plan” was officially launched.

Many people ask: isn’t “pet‑friendly” just about allowing pets to enter the premises?

Ms. Cui Xiaoting, General Manager of CMA Testing East China, gave a clear answer:

“True pet‑friendliness is neither a slogan nor just a logo. It needs to answer these questions: Where do pets enter? Which areas can they stay in? How is excrement handled? How should staff respond to complaints? How are the feelings of non‑pet‑owning customers respected? The special significance of this project lies in the fact that it is not a one‑time event planning effort, but a deep integration of Hong Kong’s professional service capabilities with the innovative demands of the mainland market. The Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai and InnoPet Hub, the pet fashion and culture center, have bridged the commercial resources of Shanghai and Hong Kong. The Asia Pet Alliance (APA) has brought the ecological influence of the pet industry, and CMA Testing provides third‑party credibility and professional support. All these elements are indispensable.”

As a professional testing and certification body under the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong, CMA Testing has long been serving the quality and safety of the manufacturing, retail, and service industries. This time, we have systematically applied an internationally recognized service evaluation methodology to the emerging consumption scenario of “human‑pet friendliness.”

A Deep Integration of Hong Kong’s Professional Services with Mainland Commercial Scenarios

Mr. Zhang Guozheng, President of the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, noted in his speech at the event that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the Chamber. He stated that the Chamber will further engage in the new track of the human‑pet economy, sharing and promoting its positive significance for urban consumption upgrading, commercial space innovation, and the enhancement of economic vitality.

Afterwards, Ms. Chen Baojin, founder of InnoPet Hub – the Pet Fashion and Culture Center, introduced the positioning and resource‑linking function of her platform. She expressed the hope to combine Hong Kong’s advanced practical experience in pet‑friendliness and international good practices with mainland commercial scenarios, in order to promote an implementable, sustainable, and auditable human‑pet friendly system.

Mr. Hu Jun, Secretary General of APA Asia Pet Alliance, also pointed out in his speech: “Pet‑friendliness is not only a value‑added feature for commercial spaces, but also a new reflection of urban civilization and consumption vitality. Through a standardized system, we can help more venues build friendly scenarios for human‑pet coexistence, create better consumption and activity experiences for pet owners, and inject new vitality into the commercial ecosystem.”

Human-Pet Friendliness: A Professional Track in the New Consumption Era

On the surface, pet-friendly places are about whether pets can enter shopping malls, but in essence, they are about how commercial spaces can respond in a more professional way to the new generation of consumers’ needs for emotional value, community belonging, and lifestyle.

Today’s consumers, especially pet owners in cities, want more than just transactional functions when they enter commercial spaces. They hope to be understood and accepted when bringing their pets, and to have a safe and comfortable co‑existence experience. This emotional value lies at the heart of the consumption experience. When commercial spaces consistently provide this value, they are no longer merely places of transaction but become true social spaces and places of belonging. Pet owners will return repeatedly because of shared interests and develop loyalty—that is community belonging. Once commercial spaces successfully navigate this track, they gain not only the favor of pet‑owning consumers, but also new reasons for visits, longer dwell times, new consumption scenarios, and the extremely rare emotional connection in this era of highly fragmented attention. Therefore, pet‑friendliness is not just a public welfare gesture or a commercial label; it is a professional choice for commercial spaces to enhance their competitiveness in the new consumption era, and also the intersection of urban civilization and commercial innovation.

Starting from Shanghai

On the day of the event, over 70 pet families took part in an orderly wellness walk. They had a designated route, proper management, a pleasant experience, and a warm atmosphere.

This is exactly the state that human‑pet friendly commercial spaces most need to present.

For CMA Testing, this day marked an even more important beginning: a set of pet‑friendly standards established by a Hong Kong professional institution was implemented for the first time in Shanghai, and this will serve as the starting point.

We hope that in the future, when you walk into a shopping mall displaying the CMA Testing Pet‑Friendly Place Plan logo, you will not only be able to bring your pet inside, but also truly enjoy a worry‑free, comfortable, and sustainable experience with your pet. That is the meaning of this project, and it is also the original intention behind what we do.

On the afternoon of May 16th, a unique “Spring Human-Pet LoopWalk” kicked off joyfully at Hongkou the Inlet. The event was co-hosted by the Shanghai Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce and InnoPet Hub, while the highly anticipated “Pet-Friendly Premises” was fully created and implemented by CMA Testing. Ms. Cui Xiaoting, General Manager of CMA Testing East China, was present at the event, together with Mr. Zhang Guozheng, President of the Shanghai Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Lyu Jian, Chief Representative of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) East China; Mr. Hu Jun, Secretary General of the Asia Pet Alliance (APA); Ms. Liang Meifen, Senior Managing Director of Chongbang Group; Ms. Chen Baojin, founder of the InnoPet Hub; and 70 pet-loving families, all witnessing this important moment.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Shanghai Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce. As one of the important part of the celebration, the “Pet-Friendly Premises” was officially launched. Developed independently by CMA Testing based on international standards and the practical needs of commercial spaces and pet owners, the initiative has established a comprehensive scientific and quantifiable evaluation system. Covering areas such as environmental hygiene, facility configuration, service processes, and emergency management, CMA Testing has set detailed assessment criteria for pet-friendly scenarios. The aim is to help commercial spaces truly achieve “human-pet dual friendliness” — ensuring that pet owners feel at ease when bringing their pets for consumption, while also safeguarding the comfort of other customers, and creating new drivers of consumption growth for shopping malls, commercial streets, and dining establishments.

At the ceremony, CMA Testing, together with the co-organizers, presented the first batch of national evaluation certificates to the two commercial entities that first passed the initiative — Bingang Commercial Center and Jinqiao International Commercial Plaza. This marks that these two venues have met good standards in terms of pet reception protocols, cleaning and disinfection procedures, and emergency facility provisions, officially becoming “standardized” pet-friendly spaces.

After the certificate presentation, all the guests, along with pet-loving families and their furry companions, took a group photo together and joyfully began the walking segment. At the same time, the “Spring Stroll Bingo Market” opened in the North Plaza, bustling with lively crowds and heartwarming human-pet interactions.

In the future, CMA Testing will join hands with the Shanghai Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce, the Pet Fashion Culture Center, and more partners to jointly promote a comprehensive upgrade of the urban ecosystem and new consumption scenarios that embrace human-pet coexistence.

With the development of the green finance market, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has entered the implementation and supervisory phase of its Green and Sustainable Banking framework, marking a structural transition from policy design to enforceable execution. In this phase (Phase 3), authorised institutions are expected to embed climate risk considerations into governance, strategy, risk management and disclosure, in alignment with the Supervisory Policy Manual (GS‑1) and TCFD principles.

A defining shift in Phase 3 is the elevation of data from a reporting element to a regulatory expectation. Institutions are required not only to disclose climate-related information on an annual basis, but also to demonstrate the robustness, consistency and decision-usefulness of underlying data, supported by enhanced use of scenario analysis and stress testing. At the same time, supervisory scrutiny by HKMA is intensifying, reflecting a move towards outcome-based assessment of implementation quality.

This evolution is redefining market discipline. Climate considerations are increasingly embedded in credit allocation and risk pricing, effectively extending regulatory pressure beyond banks to corporates. For listed companies, access to financing is becoming closely linked to the credibility of ESG disclosures and the availability of verifiable carbon data.

Driven by CMA’s mission to promote industry development, CMA Testing actively provides support to corporates through integrated sustainability solutions, including carbon data management, regulatory-aligned reporting, and independent assurance, enabling clients to meet rising expectations from financial institutions and regulators while strengthening transparency and market confidence.

CMA Testing offers comprehensive ESG consulting and reporting services. Welcome to contact us for more details.

Facing increasingly stringent environmental regulations and ESG requirements – is your business ready?

With decades of experience and multiple international accreditations (ISO/IEC 17020 Inspection Body, ISO/IEC 17025 Testing and Calibration Laboratory, mutual recognition arrangements under ILAC and APAC, etc.), CMA Testing provides professional and reliable environmental services covering:

 Sustainable Development

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Whether you are preparing a carbon inventory, applying for green building certification, or need ESG advisory services, CMA Testing offers tailor-made solutions for you.

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Mr. Harris Wan, Technical Manager of Toys and Material Division at CMA Testing, recently spoke at the Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair on the topic: “Design Considerations of a Safe Premium Product.”

Whether in business or daily life, giving gifts is a meaningful way to express goodwill. A well-designed gift not only conveys your intentions but also helps build a positive impression and fosters business relationships. However, poor design choices can pose unexpected safety risks to users.

While international product safety standards provide essential guidelines, they are only the baseline. As product designs evolve rapidly, meeting basic standards alone is not enough to guarantee full safety.

In his seminar, Mr. Wan explored hidden risk factors in product design from multiple perspectives, analysed their causes with a scientific approach, and discussed how to prevent these risks effectively during the design phase. 

CMA Testing offers comprehensive testing services for all types of gifts and materials—helping you ensure safety from the very start.

At the recent “Two Sessions Spirit High-End Sharing Session” for the tech sector, Mr. CY Leung, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and Chairman of the GBA International Information Technology Institute, highlighted key points from the 15th Five-Year Plan:

By 2035, China aims to become a powerhouse in education, technology, and talent – with integrated development rather than siloed efforts.

Breakthroughs in basic research and key sectors must yield major original, landmark, and leading technological achievements.

The Plan also calls for advancing technology services, including R&D, design, IP, technology transfer, inspection, testing, and certification.

Mr. Leung noted that Hong Kong holds unique, irreplaceable strengths in testing and certification under “One Country, Two Systems.” He also warned that “going global” requires careful planning to avoid “involution spillover” that could undermine long-term success.

CMA Testing provides third-party testing services, using objective data to enhance product and service credibility.

Join CMA+ InnoLIFE to connect with potential clients, engage in exchange activities, and accelerate business development. We help you achieve compliance and sustainability goals, build stakeholder trust, and create value as you go global.

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