Savills New Zealand has appointed One Plus One Communications as its strategic PR partner, effective immediately, following a competitive pitch.The appointment comes as the commercial property advisory firm looks to strengthen its influence and credibility across New Zealand.Ryan Geddes, Managing Director, Savills New Zealand, said One Plus One brings a strong combination of brand storytelling, commercial understanding, energy and enthusiasm.“We have an ambitious growth strategy and a clear vision for the future, and we’re confident One Plus One is the right partner to help us deliver on it,” he said.“Making sure that local and international investors understand how our market insights and expertise can add value to their portfolios is important. That’s why this communications partnership is such a key step for us.”Kelly Bennett, Founder and Managing Director, One Plus One Communications, said Savills is now a well-established player in New Zealand’s commercial property sector, with a significant opportunity to leverage its market analysis and expertise.“It’s always exciting to partner with a team that so strongly shares our belief in compelling communications to drive business impact, and we look forward to building an effective, results-driven relationship,” she said.

Uber has named Ogilvy as its public relations agency of record for Hong Kong and Macau, following a competitive multi-agency pitch.Ogilvy will support Uber’s in-house corporate communications team on corporate reputation, media relations, issues preparedness and thought leadership across both markets.In Hong Kong, the remit will focus on strengthening Uber’s corporate brand reputation and stakeholder engagement. In Macau, the agency will focus on building visibility, consumer affinity and stakeholder engagement for Uber Taxi services.Clara Shek, President, Hong Kong, Ogilvy Public Relations & Influence, said urban mobility in the region is evolving rapidly, making it a pivotal chapter for the transportation ecosystem.“Navigating this space requires an agile communications engine that delivers across earned, owned and social channels. We are thrilled to partner with Uber to articulate their role in shaping the future of urban movement across both Hong Kong and Macau,” she said.

Lifestyle communications agency SBCo has been appointed by premier sauna and wellness enterprise SDS Australia to spearhead its comprehensive public relations, events, ambassador strategy, and brand storytelling initiatives.Under the partnership, SBCo will manage SDS Australia's media relations, corporate communications, and high-profile events. The agency's strategic approach will center on the dynamic intersection of health, physical recovery, human performance, property development, architecture, design, and luxury lifestyle sectors.Reflecting on the new account win, SBCo Founder and Director Sally Burleigh noted that the collaboration aligns seamlessly with the agency’s established expertise. Burleigh highlighted that the partnership represents a natural fit given SBCo's robust portfolio spanning luxury, architectural design, health, beauty, hospitality, and broader lifestyle domains.(Source: telummedia)